Aramark Announces Two Strategic And Transformative Acquisitions — Avendra And AmeriPride Services

PHILADELPHIA — October 16, 2017 — Aramark announced today that it entered into definitive agreements to acquire two companies that will deliver growth and strengthen the company’s competitive position across its portfolio of food, facilities and uniforms businesses.

“Today is an historic day at Aramark as we announce we will join forces with two leading companies that will significantly improve how we service our customers, while expanding our capabilities and scope in critical areas of our business,” said Eric J. Foss, Aramark’s chairman, president and CEO. “We have been executing successfully against our clear and focused strategy and have substantially elevated our operating performance and financial flexibility. These strategic and financially compelling transactions represent the next step in our commitment to drive sustainable shareholder value.”

Avendra: Hospitality Procurement Services Company

Aramark and Avendra LLC have entered into a definitive agreement under which Aramark will acquire Avendra for a purchase price of $1.35 billion, or a net purchase price of $1.05 billion after adjusting for the value of the anticipated tax benefits. Avendra is the leading hospitality procurement services provider in North America, managing nearly $5 billion in annual purchasing spend for over 650 companies at more than 8,500 locations, including over half of the Top 30 hotel chains. Avendra was founded in 2001 by five hospitality leaders: Marriott, Hyatt, Fairmont Hotels, ClubCorp and IHG.

“Combining Avendra’s powerful procurement capability with Aramark’s leading supply chain management expertise will bring increased buying scale and improved service levels to both Avendra’s and Aramark’s customers, while strengthening our industry reach and competitive positioning,” Foss said. “I am excited about the proven talents and deep experience the Avendra team brings to our company and look forward to welcoming them to the Aramark family.”

The merger also creates opportunities for Aramark and Avendra to grow their customer base outside of their traditional industries. Additionally, Aramark anticipates annual procurement cost synergies of approximately $40 million, which it expects will be fully realized by the third fiscal year after closing.

AmeriPride: Uniform, Linen Rental And Supply Company

Aramark and AmeriPride Services Inc. also announced today that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Aramark will acquire AmeriPride for a purchase price of $1 billion, or a net purchase price of $850 million after adjusting for the value of the anticipated tax benefits. AmeriPride is a leading uniform and linen rental and supply company in the U.S. and Canada, with annual revenue of approximately $600 million.

“AmeriPride is a highly-respected company with a tremendous legacy that will extend and complement Aramark’s uniforms business,” Foss said. “This merger will enable us to enhance our customer service experience, unlock improved efficiencies, develop new career opportunities for employees and deliver value for our shareholders. Our companies share a commitment to world-class service, and I look forward to welcoming AmeriPride to the Aramark family.”

The combination of these two uniform services companies will create a leading uniform services provider with enhanced scale and capabilities, serving nearly 500,000 customers. The transaction will bolster Aramark’s competitive position in the U.S., and immediately establish a strong position in Canada.

Additionally, Aramark anticipates annual cost synergies of approximately $70 million, which it expects will be fully realized by the fourth fiscal year after closing.

Transaction Details

The Board of Directors of Aramark has unanimously approved both transactions, which were also unanimously approved by the Board of Managers of Avendra and Board of Directors of AmeriPride, respectively. The transactions are expected to close by the end of calendar year 2017, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

Aramark will finance the transactions through the issuance of new debt, and has received fully committed financing.

For the Avendra transaction, J.P. Morgan acted as lead financial adviser to Aramark, while Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP acted as legal counsel. For the AmeriPride transaction, Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC acted as lead financial advisers and Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP acted as legal counsel. Credit Suisse acted as the financial adviser to AmeriPride, while Dorsey & Whitney LLP acted as legal counsel. Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC acted as financial adviser and Latham & Watkins LLP provided legal counsel to Avendra, LLC.

Posted October 16, 2017

Source: Aramark

An In-House Show Will Be Held To Mark KARL MAYER’s 80th Anniversary In Changzhou, China, In November

OBERTSHAUSEN, Germany — October 16, 2017 — The global market leader and trendsetter in the production of warp knitting and warp preparation machines, KARL MAYER, is celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2017, and is marking this milestone by holding a series of special events with in-house shows held at its different subsidiaries.

An event in this demonstration of progress to mark the company’s anniversary is an in-house show to be held at Karl Mayer (China) in Changzhou from November 23-25. During this technical presentation, the new TMJ 4/1-T terry warp knitting machine in a gauge of E 24 will be showing its features whilst producing patterned towels. Alongside this machine, an RDJ 5/1 double-bar raschel machine with piezo jacquard technology, also in a gauge of E 24, will be producing a spacer textile with an innovative multicolored design for use as a shoe fabric. A brightly colored ground surface is combined with a discreetly colored cover face with a mesh pattern to produce this striking look. The colored spots showing through create a butterfly-like pattern. All the main pattern elements of the final shoe are incorporated in the mirror images of the two halves of the design. The unveiling of a new machine will also be celebrated at the in-house show in Changzhou — the successful LACE.EXPRESS family is being extended by a new family member.

In the field of warp preparation for warp knitting the DS OPTO will be introduced as a flexible direct warping machine for rigid filament yarns for production from short and sample warp beams to standard block color warp beams.

For those visitors involved in weaving preparation, Karl Mayer will be showing the ISOSIZE as a conventional sizing machine based on a modular design, which can cater for every market demand. Also available to view will be the beaming machine, the size box, and the drying unit as important components of the line. Karl Mayer will also be demonstrating efficient, high-precision technology for the denim sector in the shape of its LONG CHAIN BEAMER. This tried-and-tested machine is used in rope dyeing for converting ropes to yarn sheets of exceptionally high quality.

Posted October 16, 2017

Source: Karl Mayer

North Texas Healthcare Laundry Recertified Hygienically Clean 

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — October 16, 2017 — North Texas Healthcare Laundry of Grand Prairie has again achieved Hygienically Clean (HC) Healthcare certification, reflecting its commitment to best management practices (BMPs) in laundering as verified by on-site inspection and its capability to produce hygienically clean textiles as quantified by ongoing microbial testing.

North Texas Healthcare Laundry was first certified in 2014. Recertification confirms the organization’s continuing dedication to infection prevention, compliance with recognized industry standards and processing healthcare textiles using BMPs as described in its quality assurance documentation, a focal point for Hygienically Clean inspectors’ evaluation. The independent, third-party inspection must also confirm essential evidence that:

  • Employees are properly trained and protected;
  • Managers understand regulatory requirements;
  • OSHA-compliant; and
  • Physical plant operates effectively.

To achieve certification initially, laundries pass three rounds of outcome-based microbial testing, indicating that their processes are producing Hygienically Clean Healthcare textiles and zero presence of yeast, mold and harmful bacteria. They also must pass a facility inspection. To maintain their certification, they must pass quarterly testing to ensure that as laundry conditions change, such as water quality, textile fabric composition and wash chemistry, laundered product quality is consistently maintained. Re-inspection occurs every two to three years.

This process eliminates subjectivity by focusing on outcomes and results that verify textiles cleaned in these facilities meet appropriate hygienically clean standards and BMPs for hospitals, surgery centers, medical offices, nursing homes and other medical facilities.

Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification acknowledges laundries’ effectiveness in protecting healthcare operations by verifying quality control procedures in linen, uniform and facility services operations related to the handling of textiles containing blood and other potentially infectious materials.

Certified laundries use processes, chemicals and BMPs acknowledged by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation, American National Standards Institute and others. Introduced in 2012, Hygienically Clean Healthcare brought to North America the international cleanliness standards for healthcare linens and garments used worldwide by the Certification Association for Professional Textile Services and the European Committee for Standardization.

Objective experts in epidemiology, infection control, nursing and other healthcare professions work with Hygienically Clean launderers to ensure the certification continues to enforce the highest standards for producing clean healthcare textiles.

“Congratulations to North Texas Healthcare Laundry on their recertification,” said Joseph Ricci, TRSA president and CEO. “This achievement proves their ongoing commitment to infection prevention and that laundry takes every step possible to prevent human illness.”

Posted October 16, 2017

Source: TRSA

Rockline Industries Donates 11,000 Cases Of Personal Care Products To Hurricane Relief Efforts

SHEBOYGAN, Wis. — October 16, 2017 — Rockline Industries — a manufacturer of coffee filters and consumer, health care, industrial and institutional wet wipes — has donated more than 11,000 cases of personal care wet wipes to Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria relief efforts. The products were offered to help provide comfort and make personal cleanliness and household cleanup easier for the millions of people affected by three hurricanes that hit Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico.

The company facilitated donations through three nonprofit charities who are leading recovery efforts and providing relief to hurricane victims — Good360, International Aid and Sheep Dog Impact Assistance. Rockline’s contribution included a variety of wet wipes such as disposable baby wipes, facial and body care wipes, household cleaning wipes and moist tissues.  Personal cleansing products are not something that families think to pack up and bring in large quantities when they are evacuating and often these comfort items run out quickly. In particular, items like baby wipes and personal cleansing wipes are in high demand.

“On behalf of all Rockline employees, I want to extend our heartfelt thoughts to all the people who have suffered tremendous loss as a result of these catastrophic hurricanes,” said company President Randy Rudolph. “It’s important for us to offer support to these victims as they face the long recovery ahead.”

Posted October 16, 2017

Source: Rockline Industries

Cutting-edge CORDURA® Fabrics Voted Into Material ConneXion’s Library Of Innovative Materials

WICHITA, Kan. — October 16, 2017 — Marking another milestone in the CORDURA® brand’s “50 for 50” Anniversary campaign, Material ConneXion voted in two new categories of high performance Cordura fabrics to its global innovation library. Durable technical Cordura Denims from the brand’s ‘X. Venture’ collaboration with Artistic Milliners, Schoeller Technologies, and Lenzing Tencel®, as well as fabrics from its latest ‘Performance Naturals’ collaboration with Cotton Incorporated (Cordura STORM COTTON™ French Terry and TransDRY™ Twill) will be showcased through both online and physical Material ConneXion libraries in Bangkok, Bilbao, Daegu, Milan, Skövde, Tokyo and New York City.

“We are honored that our fabrics have been selected for inclusion in such a leading innovative, materials driven global platform,” said Cindy McNaull, global Cordura brand and marketing director. “Between Material ConneXion’s extensive showrooms all around the world and the easy accessibility of its online directory, designers will have quick and convenient insight into our latest Live Durable™ fabric technologies.”

New materials are carefully evaluated based on their unique technical offerings, cutting-edge innovation and outstanding performance. Cordura Denims from the brand’s ‘X. Venture Collexion,’ a retro-futuristic line of garments created through a collaborative effort with designer Michele Rose and in concert with Artistic Milliners, the brand’s longest running authorized Cordura Denim mill, were selected and voted in after the materials caught the attention of Material ConneXion’s research team.

These innovative denims are now on display in Material ConneXion’s multiple global showrooms, as well as included in the company’s comprehensive online database:

  • Designed to help regulate body temperature, Cordura Denim with Schoeller® PCM Technology is a durable Cordura fabric created to stand up to extreme environments that features a special coating with active temperature equalization and dynamic climate control.
  • A high-performance protective fabric, Cordura Denim with Schoeller ceraspace™ Technology offers enhanced abrasion-resistant properties for environments where maximum-protection is needed.
  • Nylon, cotton and wool seamlessly blend in Cordura Combat Wool™ Denim. Offering enhanced abrasion-resistance, this fabric combines the look and feel of denim with the natural comfort properties of wool.

The Material ConneXion review committee also selected fabrics from the latest Cordura + Cotton Incorporated ‘Performance Naturals’ collection – Storm Cotton French Terry and TransDRY Twill fabrics based on intimate blend Cordura NYCO fabric technology. These state-of-art, quick-dry fabrics offer the tried and true, long-lasting durable performance of Cordura fiber, combined with specialist product technologies, Storm Cotton and TransDry, by Cotton Incorporated.

“Our fabric categories are scientific in nature, but tailored to suit the design community,” said Gayatri Keskar, senior material scientist, Advanced Materials. “Including the Cordura brand allows us to expand our portfolio and offer a wider variety of durable, cross-functional fabrics to our audience.”

Material ConneXion is built on the belief that Every Idea has a Material Solution. It is a trusted partner of Fortune 500 corporations and forward-thinking companies seeking a sustainable or competitive edge.

Posted October 16, 2017

Source: Cordura

Filtration 2017 Demonstrates Strength Of Industry Segment Delivers Powerful Connections At Conference And Exposition

CARY, N.C. — October 16, 2017 — INDA’s Filtration 2017 International Conference & Exposition reinforced the strength and importance of this vibrant market segment as more than 1,400 participated at the recently concluded 26th annual event, October 10-12, at Chicago’s Navy Pier.

Professionals came to Filtration 2017 seeking the latest industry knowledge during the robust conference program and the 160-plus attendees filling the conference room to hear from leading expert presenters were not disappointed.

The luncheon keynote address on “Why the Filter Industry is Suddenly So Attractive – A Look at What’s Driving Recent M&A Activity,” by Philip Whitaker, president and CEO of AAF Flanders, provided particularly valuable insights on megatrends impacting filter media usage and this industry’s lag in implementing IIoT.

“The keynote presentation offered an overall picture of the potential future of the filtration industry and was a great reminder of why we’re part of this industry,” said Russ Johnson, head of New Business Development and Strategic Marketing at Freudenberg.

The debate was lively during the panel discussion on ISO 16890: Is This Good or Bad for the U.S. Industry? Moderated by Robert Burkhead, president of Blue Heaven Technologies, the panelists discussed all aspects of this new ISO standard, adopted in Europe and now under consideration in the US to replace the ASHRAE standard for classifying the efficiency of indoor air filters.

Among other conference highlights were a panel on the Industrial Internet of Things on how interconnected smart systems can improve filter change times, increase operational efficiency, and capture new growth.

The event kicked off with the well-attended and highly acclaimed 1.5-day Nonwoven Filter Media Training Course prior to the exposition October 11-12.

Booth Traffic Strong

Filtration 2017 attracted engineers, product developers, and business managers from up and down the filter supply chain to see the latest technologies from the 140-plus exhibitors. Among the innovations in air and liquid filtration launched at the exposition were:  filter pockets that help lower energy consumption, multi-layer filters from new synthetic materials, filter assembly systems engineered for extreme duty performance, and new intelligent equipment that makes pleats in heavy-duty materials.

“We are really pleased with the traffic and participation at Filtration 17, which has been the best for most of us in recent years,” said George Joncas, sales director, Americas, Indorama.

Richard Moscardelli, president, PFP LLC reported seeing most of their customers over two days at Filtration 17, making it a worthwhile event for reinforcing relationships and making valuable business connections.

Dave Rousse, INDA President, commented: “We are pleased that our attendees and exhibitors again received strong value from this event. The Conference speakers were outstanding and the show floor buzz was strong. We are delighted that this event continues to pull together in one place the key elements of this important industry.”

INDA announced next year’s edition will return to Philadelphia and again be held in early fall, taking place October 2-4 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

Posted October 16, 2017

Source: INDA

Itema Group Launches ItemaCampus Lahore — Brand-New, State-of-the-Art Training Center In Pakistan

LAHORE, Pakistan — October 2017 — Itema opened the doors of its brand-new, state-of-the-art training center — ItemaCampus — in Lahore, Pakistan, on October 4, 2017.

During the Grand Opening ceremony at which more than 100 representatives of the elite of the Pakistan textile industry attended, along with high-level dignitaries, Itema in close collaboration with Noon International — the sole and exclusive sales and after-sales agent for Itema’s advanced weaving machinery in Pakistan — unveiled the ItemaCampus, along with the innovative air-jet and rapier technology installed on the premises for the benefit of the growing base of Customers, as well as students and interested stakeholders.

In the presence of chief guests Aamir Fayyaz Sheikh, chairman of the All-Pakistan Textile Mills Association and CEO of Kohinoor Mills and His Excellency the Italian Ambassador to Pakistan; Stefano Pontecorvo; Itema Group HQ delegates including the group sales & marketing director, Christian Straubhaar and Franco Brambilla, the head of Sales responsible for Pakistan; together with the team of Itema and Noon sales, after-sales and marketing personnel, presented the latest market trends, the innovative and unique features of Itema technology, as well as the actual looms which were the real stars of the opening ceremony, sparking great curiosity among mill owners and management in attendance.

“We are celebrating a new milestone for our Company in Pakistan, one of the most strategically important markets for Itema and a country with a strong potential for continued growth,” Straubhaar said. “The concept of the Campus is to bring Itema to Pakistan because we believe that a physical presence in a country is essential in order to create a dynamic and positive environment for business. We want to bring Itema closer to our Customers and the ItemaCampus training center is our strong commitment to the Pakistani textile industry, which we are ready to serve with our best-in-class, innovative weaving machinery to enable Pakistani Mills to produce highest quality fabrics and achieve maximum success on the worldwide market.”

“We are very proud to launch our new training center, following in the footsteps of the original ItemaCampus in Italy, inaugurated in 2015,” added Straubhaar. “We want all our Customers to feel welcome and to experience first-hand the prowess and technological superiority of Itema weaving machinery range in an open and modern space with a “campus” feel.”

Closer to Customers

“No matter how easy to use and intuitive the latest-generation weaving equipment from Itema, training remains a key element when it comes to getting the most out of your looms,” continued Straubhaar. “This is why Itema strongly encourages Customers to take full advantage of this facility and schedule dedicated training courses for key weaving personnel at our new, fully-functional and ergonomic ItemaCampus facilities.

Hands-on training for the latest Itema Rapier R9500 and Airjet A9500 series looms, as well as the Projectile P7300HP V8 and the R9500terry looms currently takes place at various Itema locations around the world, including the original ItemaCampus at the Corporate Headquarters in Colzate, Italy, as well as in a number of training centers globally, including the following locations:

  • Wollerau, Switzerland;
  • Shanghai, China;
  • Coimbatore, India;
  • Ibaraki, Japan; and
  • Spartanburg, S.C.

With the opening of the first ItemaCampus in Lahore, Pakistan, select training courses will now be offered locally, based on Customer interest.  Last, but not least, in addition to training at the above locations, Itema offers professional training courses for operators and maintenance personnel directly at Customer Mills for maximum convenience and efficiency.

Posted October 2017

Source: Itema Group

Foss Floors Orders Dilo Line

EBERBACH, Germany — September 27, 2017 — Dilo has received an order from Foss Floors, Rome, Ga., to supply a complete DILO needlepunch line. This order demonstrates once more the strong partnership between Foss and Dilo.

The line is suitable for the production of floor covering felts, and includes a state of the art DiloTemafa opening and blending line, DiloSpinnbau MC 3-5 carding machine 3 meter wide, DiloMachines crosslapper DLBS 30/50 with CV1 system, 2 needlelooms DI-LOOM series together with an integrated process control system DILO-PCS.

Foss Floors operates several other DILO production lines including high speed patterning DI-LOOP units and is a well-known leader and pioneer in nonwoven needlepunch floor coverings and specialty flooring products.

DiloGroup is the leading supplier for complete needling lines for any type of staple fiber covering a wide range of applications. Currently more than 330 complete lines have been supplied worldwide.

Posted October 13, 2017

Source: DiloGroup

Motion Industries Names Stacy Lenard To Vice President/General Manager – Dallas Division

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — October 12, 2017 — Motion Industries Inc. has named Stacy Lenard vice president/general manager of the company’s Dallas Division effective October 1.

A native of West Monroe, Louisiana, Lenard started his career with Motion Industries in 1989. He has since moved into various positions including Sales Trainee, Outside Sales, Specialist, Branch Manager, and his most recent role as Corporate Accounts Manager. In his new position, Lenard will leverage his experience to oversee the sales and operations of 15 branches in the Dallas area, focusing on sales growth and strategic management.

Richard Burmester, senior vice president group executive Southwest, said: “Stacy comes to this position with a wide range of diverse experience both in corporate accounts and branch operations. He will certainly be able to utilize his knowledge to maximize our customer service level and continue to improve our branch operations. We are pleased to have Stacy in this new role.”

Posted October 12, 2017

Source: Motion Industries, Inc.

Gerber Technology’s YuniquePLM® Cloud Chosen To Help Alsico Embrace Digital Transformation

TOLLAND, Conn. — October 12, 2017 — Optimization of workflows, greater efficiency and insight into processes are essential ingredients to drive the speed, quality and agility needed for success in the clothing industry. For Alsico, this means outfitting the workforce with clothing that is functional, comfortable and safe, with the right fit and at the right price. They recently added YuniquePLM Cloud to their host of Gerber’s Digital Solutions enabling them to pass data between systems and move from concept to production with greater efficiency.

Alsico is a specialist in work wear with more than 80 years experience producing quality clothing with anexcellent finish in an environmentally conscious manner, enforcing sustainability and basic corporate responsibility. Alsico styles and creates the clothing design as well as produces it in their production workshops. They focus on customer service and quality and is ISO 9001 certified. In addition to work wear, they also produce high technology reusable cleanroom and clean area garments. The Alsico group has 7,000 employees and has a consolidated turnover of +200 million Euro.

“We chose YuniquePLM Cloud to help reduce complexity and enhance the digitization of our workflow,” said Vincent Siau, Alsico Northern Europe CEO. “We recognized the expertise Gerber and their team could bring in digitizing our processes to meet the needs of our customers. This will help us to enhance our quality, reduce errors, and reduce our environmental impact, which eventually will contribute to perfecting our performance based approach and circular solutions.”

Alsico is also utilizing Gerber’s automation systems including the GERBERcutter® and GERBERspreader™ to further optimize their production.

“Alsico realizes our leadership in the work wear segment of the market with the digitally integrated solutions we provide,” stated Bill Brewster, vice president and general manager, enterprise software solutions at Gerber. “Our goal is to be a trusted guide for our customers as they go through their digital transformation by making our products easy to try, easy to buy and easy to consume.”

The YuniquePLM product lifecycle management software serves as a central repository of critical data, and eliminates problems companies often face when using multiple excel spreadsheets, email or tracking documents to communicate throughout the stages of product development and management. YuniquePLM creates a single version of the truth, connecting a company’s creative process with their supply chain and production processes.

Posted October 12, 2017

Source: Gerber Technology

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