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Come Tour the Chicago Work Uniform Company’s Facility

August 1, 2014

We’ve talked a lot about our people, systems, processes and equipment at Roscoe, but we would like to show you that we do what we say. Therefore, we are extending an invitation to everyone who would be interested in getting a behind-the-scenes experience of an industrial launderer. Many of our current customers found a tour … Read more

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The Chicago Work Uniform Company Offers Uniforms for Rental, Lease or Purchase

July 25, 2014

One of the Roscoe uniform rental company’s first slogans in its long history was “Why Buy, We Supply.” That still certainly rings true today. With a uniform rental service, Roscoe purchases garments which means your business does not have to make any initial investments. The uniform company offers traditional, premium workwear, casual and executive, flame-resistant, … Read more

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Roscoe Celebrates 20 Years Alongside the Chicago Family Business Council

July 18, 2014

Roscoe, the “Chicago Uniform Company” prides itself on being a third-generation family owned business since its inception in 1921. For 93 years, Roscoe has supplied and maintained quality uniforms, floor mats, industrial towels, mops, linens and restroom hygiene products. It has been able to do so because it was built on innovation, experimentation, strong leadership, … Read more

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Chicago Work Uniform Company Takes Pride in the Cleanliness & Condition of Your Garments

July 11, 2014

Roscoe, Chicago’s favorite uniform rental company, has addressed common industry issues over the last couple months to include shortages, repairs, replacements, response, and billing. With cleanliness and condition this series comes to an end. This means, how do your garments and laundered products look when they arrive to your location? Due to our mission statement … Read more

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Roscoe Hosts Another Successful Picnic

July 3, 2014

Every year, Roscoe the “Chicago Uniform Company” hosts a picnic for all our Team Members and their families at National Grove South. On Saturday, June 28th we had our 17th annual picnic filled with food, a clown, games, and a raffle where about 200 of our Team Members along with their family and friends came … Read more

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Renting Work Uniforms from a Local Independent Firm Versus a National Chain

June 27, 2014

Your favorite burger in Chicago is probably from a locally owned business as opposed to a national chain. Besides fresher ingredients, personalized service and a more unique flavor, supporting local businesses has countless other benefits for the economy and your community. Just as this is true for restaurants, the same can be said for many … Read more

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Nonylphenol Ethoxylates to be Phased Out in Wash Chemistry

June 19, 2014

Since June is National Safety Month, the Chicago uniform company wanted to draw attention to an initiative the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Textile Rental Services Association (TRSA) are currently closing in on. Back in 2010, TRSA told the EPA that the association would lead an industrywide phase-out of Nonylphenol Ethoxylates (NPEs) from all … Read more

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Power Equipment Leasing Confirms the Chicago Mat Company is World Class

June 13, 2014

As we’ve mentioned before the Chicago mat company is dedicated to complete customer satisfaction. We recently posted the results of our annual customer satisfaction survey where current customers review our products and services on different industry specific criteria. Some of the topics have been discussed in the uniform rental company’s blog, including: completeness of delivery, … Read more

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Business Executives Association Teams Up with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation

June 6, 2014

In our last post, the Roscoe Uniform Company discussed the importance of collaboration with a varied network as a way to learn about and implement best practices, have access to additional resources, introduce new products and programs, and most importantly, start a conversation within Roscoe’s industry. A group the Roscoe Company and owner, Jim Buik, … Read more

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