Bruce Beggs

Chicago

Editorial Director at American Coin-Op

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A Fire Prevention Primer (Conclusion)

1 week ago | americancoinop.com | Bruce Beggs

CHICAGO — In self-service laundries, efficiency and convenience drive customer satisfaction — but safety is what keeps the doors open. One of the most significant, yet often overlooked, hazards in laundromats is the risk of fire. Dryers run for hours. Lint collects in hidden spaces. A variety of customer-handled items enters machines daily. It’s clear that laundromats face a unique set of fire-related vulnerabilities.
A Fire Prevention Primer (Part 1)

2 weeks ago | americancoinop.com | Bruce Beggs

CHICAGO — In self-service laundries, efficiency and convenience drive customer satisfaction — but safety is what keeps the doors open. One of the most significant, yet often overlooked, hazards in laundromats is the risk of fire. Dryers run for hours. Lint collects in hidden spaces. A variety of customer-handled items enters machines daily. It’s clear that laundromats face a unique set of fire-related vulnerabilities.
Frerichs Acquires Majority Ownership of American Trade Magazines

3 weeks ago | americandrycleaner.com | Bruce Beggs

Thompson retires as publisher of American Drycleaner, two others serving textile care industry CHICAGO — Effective June 1, Nathan Frerichs has acquired majority ownership in American Trade Magazines LLC (ATM) — publishers of American Drycleaner, American Coin-Op and American Laundry News magazines — and become its president/publisher.
The State of Insuring Laundromats & Laundry Services (Conclusion)

4 weeks ago | americancoinop.com | Bruce Beggs

CHICAGO — As our industry continues to evolve through technological advancements and amid changing customer expectations, it’s never been more important to secure comprehensive insurance coverage for your laundromat or laundry service. From water damage and equipment breakdowns to customer liability and employee safety, operators face a wide range of risks that demand careful attention and proactive management.
The State of Insuring Laundromats & Laundry Services (Part 3)

4 weeks ago | americancoinop.com | Bruce Beggs

CHICAGO — As our industry continues to evolve through technological advancements and amid changing customer expectations, it’s never been more important to secure comprehensive insurance coverage for your laundromat or laundry service. From water damage and equipment breakdowns to customer liability and employee safety, operators face a wide range of risks that demand careful attention and proactive management.
The State of Insuring Laundromats & Laundry Services (Part 2)

4 weeks ago | americancoinop.com | Bruce Beggs

CHICAGO — As our industry continues to evolve through technological advancements and amid changing customer expectations, it’s never been more important to secure comprehensive insurance coverage for your laundromat or laundry service. From water damage and equipment breakdowns to customer liability and employee safety, operators face a wide range of risks that demand careful attention and proactive management.
The State of Insuring Laundromats & Laundry Services (Part 1)

4 weeks ago | americancoinop.com | Bruce Beggs

CHICAGO — As our industry continues to evolve through technological advancements and amid changing customer expectations, it’s never been more important to secure comprehensive insurance coverage for your laundromat or laundry service. From water damage and equipment breakdowns to customer liability and employee safety, operators face a wide range of risks that demand careful attention and proactive management.
Making the Most of Today’s Staff Training Tools (Conclusion)

1 month ago | americancoinop.com | Bruce Beggs

CHICAGO — Training new employees is an important yet time-consuming part of running a small business. For laundromat owners, where daily tasks must be done quickly, safely, and consistently, having the right training systems in place can save time, reduce mistakes, and keep customers happy. Thankfully, there are plenty of easy-to-use tools designed to help small-business owners create efficient, repeatable training processes without needing a human relations team.
Making the Most of Today’s Staff Training Tools (Part 1)

1 month ago | americancoinop.com | Bruce Beggs

CHICAGO — Training new employees is an important yet time-consuming part of running a small business. For laundromat owners, where daily tasks must be done quickly, safely, and consistently, having the right training systems in place can save time, reduce mistakes, and keep customers happy. Thankfully, there are plenty of easy-to-use online tools designed to help small-business owners create efficient, repeatable training processes without needing a human relations team.
The Next Generation of Laundry Owners (Conclusion)

1 month ago | americancoinop.com | Bruce Beggs

CINCINNATI — Often seen as a quiet, traditional small business, the laundromat industry is attracting ambitious young investors who see untapped potential in innovation, customer experience, and efficiency. American Coin-Op interviewed a trio of dynamic entrepreneurs, each with his or her own approach to reshaping the future of self-service laundry. With unique ideas, tech-savvy strategies, and a commitment to community, they are proving that laundromats are more than just a place to wash clothes.

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