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Roscoe Presents Textile Service Webinar with TRSA
TRSA recently hosted the webinar “Leadership and Coaching for Textile Services Managers and Staff Members.” The webinar was led by our production team leader, Miriam Avila, and our service team leader, Wesley Rowe. Miriam and Wes discussed their duties, tools and training programs we’ve implemented in our day-to-day operations to empower our team members. Miriam … Read more
Local & Family Owned vs. National Chains
The Roscoe Company: Local & Family Owned Since 1921 America is increasingly heading back to its roots, embracing local, independent companies with rich histories. Family-owned businesses provide countless benefits for the economy and the local community, accounting for over 50% of the gross domestic product. This rings true for textile rental companies, like Roscoe – … Read more
Thanks, Giving!
Dear Customers, Vendor Partners and Team Members, We have so much to be thankful for at Roscoe in spite of losing Donald W. Buik, son of the founder and industry giant, a few months ago. Our customer satisfaction, as measured by an independent research organization, is at an all time high, growth has exceeded expectations … Read more
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
