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Two New Roscoe 20-Year Club Inductees
This year, The Roscoe Company will recognize two employees that have been with us for 20 years: Russell Burt and Andrew Nutall. Both are route service representatives (RSRs) and we interviewed them to learn about their Roscoe experience and why they’re still with us after two decades. Russell Burt Russell’s first experience with The Roscoe … Read more
Roscoe Floor Mat Systems Improve Safety & Reduce Maintenance Costs
In addition to work uniforms, Roscoe provides floor mat rental systems that stop dust, dirt, water, and debris more effectively than store bought (disposable) mats or using a single type of mat. Our mat system includes the following: Scraper Mats are a rubber product, often placed outside of entrances that scrape debris off boots and … Read more
Longtime Plant Expert Mike Alesia Passes On
Michael J. Alesia, an executive with The Roscoe Co., who retired in 2010 after 31 years of service with the company and the industry as an active member of UTSA, passed away on October 31. Alesia worked as a dock supervisor for F.W. Means in Chicago before joining Roscoe in 1979. He rose through the … Read more
New Website & The Road to Our 95th Anniversary
We take pride in announcing the launch of our new website, which you are now viewing. We wanted to give visitors a better experience in terms of substance – with educational web pages and blog posts – as well as visually on their desktop, tablet and smartphone with the website’s new responsive design. As the … Read more
Donald W. Buik: Industrial Pioneer Passes On
Donald W. Buik, 88, a former president of the Institute of Industrial Launderers (IIL) and of The Roscoe Co., Chicago, passed away peacefully at home on Sept. 2 “His passions were his family and his family’s business,” said his son and current company President Jim Buik in a brief statement. Visitation is slated for 9:30-10:30 … Read more
The Chicago Work Uniform Company Pays Tribute to an Industry Icon: Donald W. Buik
Donald W. Buik had a remarkable career in the work uniforms & textile rental industry – just as his father, George C. Buik, he had a disproportional degree of influence because he rolled up his sleeves, got involved and shared what he learned with the industry. My dad is 88 years old and has good … Read more
Chicago Work Uniform Company Annual Company Picnic: Roaring with Pride
The Chicago uniform company hosts a family picnic every year in an effort to recognize the dedication of our team members and get to know their families better. The 19th annual company picnic was held on June 6th, 2015, featuring great food, a face painting clown, games, kids, and adult raffles and a beautiful sunny … Read more
The Chicago Work Uniform Company Readies Their “Bench”: Succession Planning Series
Your leadership team is one of your most important resources and it is vital to the long term health of your organization to maintain a strong “bench.” A bench in a sports related context is used to describe the players who are not starters, but fill important gaps in your line up – they may … Read more
The Uniform Services Company Offers Corporate Apparel for Direct Purchase
While the Chicago uniform company’s main business is rental, there are other facets of our business to include garments and products available for leasing and purchasing. With the rental option Roscoe purchases garments which means your business does not have to make any initial investments. You can focus on your business because the uniform rental … Read more
