RIPON, WIS.—UniMac, a leading provider of on-premises laundry equipment, has unveiled its redesigned UW 85-160-pound hardmount washer-extractors. “Our renowned UW45 and 65 hardmount washer-extractors design has now been extended to complete our UW series and meet the demand for larger capacities,” said Bill Brooks, National Sales Manager for UniMac. “Our 85- and 160-pound machines are equipped with cutting-edge technologies that competitors simply cannot deliver, maximizing throughput and saving more on utility costs than ever before.”The UniLinc Control System is available on all larger capacity models within the UW series, which helps laundry operators stay in control of their business...

STAMFORD, CONN.—Westin Hotels & Resorts unveiled the next stage of its year-long Westin Well-Being Movement with the announcement of two new nutrition-focused partnerships with SuperChefs and The Juicery and the newest member of the brand’s Well-Being Council, dietician Ashley Koff RD.As an advocate for wellness and healthy eating, Westin teamed up with SuperChefs, a group of doctors, dentists, dieticians, chefs and other experts dedicated to educating kids on the importance and the fun of eating smart, to create The Westin Eat Well Menu for Kids. The extensive new menu, which has rolled out to properties worldwide, includes eight signature...

RIPON, WIS.—UniMac, a leading provider of on-premises laundry equipment, announced Super Laundry as its 2013 Distributor of the Year award recipient. For more than 40 years, UniMac has presented one of its distributors with this award.“When determining our top distributor each year, we not only look for a company with impressive sales growth, but one that shows proven dedication to its customers and providing the best in quality service,” says Bill Brooks, UniMac National Sales Manager. “With its expanding geographical footprint and exceptional customer service, Super Laundry has made its mark as both a valued member of UniMac’s distributor...

CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corp. announced a global initiative to increase procurement of responsibly sourced seafood at Hyatt hotels, starting with an initial goal of responsibly sourcing more than 50 percent of their inventory by 2018. As a part of this effort, Hyatt will also work toward purchasing more than 15 percent of its seafood supply from fisheries or farms that have been certified by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) or the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC). This is the first phase of a long-term seafood sustainability strategy in partnership with World Wildlife Fund (WWF), a leading global conservation organization, to build...

BEACON FALLS, CONN.—Lanier Bone has been named the new Project and Sales Support Engineer for Lavatec Laundry Technology. Bone, who has 17 years of industrial laundry services experience as a sales engineer and general manager, will be based at the corporate office in Beacon Falls, Conn. and reports to LLT President Mark Thrasher.After serving as a general manager for companies since 2007, Bone is returning to his original roots. He began his laundry career as a sales engineer for Gartner Systems USA, and later at Jensen USA before moving into the GM position with Crothall Laundry Services.  Bone next...

BEACON FALLS, CONN.—Tapping into 27 years of successful laundry operations, development and consulting experience that began at one of the largest and automated laundry facilities in the United States—the Walt Disney Company in Orlando—Lavatec Laundry Technology (LLT) has hired Keith Ware as Vice President of Sales.Having operated large industrial and multi-plant operations, Ware has an astute working knowledge of every facet within laundry operations that will help him in his new position at LLT. A former V.P. for ThermalRecycle and Regional Sales Manager for AquaRecycle, he helped grow market share and develop relationships with large commercial laundries.Prior stints included...

NEW YORK—The Nyman Group of Scottsdale, Ariz. and Las Vegas, and Robert Rippe & Associates of Minnetonka, Minn., have been selected as the winners of the International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show’s 2014 Foodservice Pioneering Concept. The foodservice consulting groups’ “BOWLS—Food That’s Good For You!” concept will be built to a scaled working model on the exhibit floor during the IHMRS, November 9 to 11, and will host demonstrations throughout the Show.“IHMRS attendees are not only looking for innovative products and equipment, but also for edgy concepts and engaging ideas to wow customers,” said Phil Robinson, IHMRS Show Director....

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The National Restaurant Association has issued a new report focused on sustainability best practices for the foodservice industry. Created by the NRA’s Conserve sustainability program, the report, “Spotlight on Sustainability: Expert Tips from NRA Show 2014,” features tips, trends and real-world advice from industry experts who appeared at the National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show in Chicago. “As restaurateurs grapple with implementing sustainable best practices at their operations, we want to ensure they have the best possible information that will help them save money and resources,” said Scott DeFife, NRA’s Executive Vice President of Policy and Government Affairs. “Practicing...

MANCHESTER, N.H.—Xeros, the innovator of an ultra-low water laundry system, announced its rollout plan to the hospitality industry is on track and the majority of Xeros ecologically-sustainable laundry systems have been sold into the top five hotel groups in North America. According to MKG Group’s annual rankings reported by Skift, HOTELS’ 325 2013 report named IHG, Hilton Hotels, Marriott International, Wyndham Hotel Group and Choice International as the top five hotel groups in the world.In the United States, hotels use approximately 2.3 billion gallons of water per month to launder linens. The Xeros Laundry System can reduce water usage...

Advanced controls. Remote monitoring. Automatic warning e-mails and maintenance reminders. Innovations including spray rinse and over-dry prevention. Welcome to the future of on-premises laundries (OPLs) in the digital age. The advancements in technology, and the way in which on-premises laundry facilities operate, have changed significantly during the last 20 years, even the past year. With these technology innovations and advancements, the laundry industry has responded to a more sophisticated OPL and tech-savvy laundry manager. In return, managers are experiencing reduced costs, increased efficiencies and throughput and extended linen life. Advanced Controls Today’s OPL manager is looking for unprecedented control of his or...