Why Hospitality Businesses Should Upgrade Their Laundry Equipment During A Crisis

There’s no doubt that the hospitality industry was hit hard by COVID-19 as events, gatherings, and travel were limited for an extended period, not so long ago. During that time, as hospitality property managers were looking for ways to keep going strong amidst unprecedented ongoing challenges, your laundry operation probably wasn't at the top of your list. But maybe it should have been. The right equipment can help keep hospitality businesses moving forward with improved cleanliness and efficiency.

Cleaner Hotel Laundry

If it has been a while since you invested in commercial laundry equipment, now is the perfect time to upgrade. Cleanliness and sanitation will remain critical elements of hotel laundry, as they were during the recent global health crisis. Normal clean isn’t enough. Hotel guests are more skeptical of cleanliness than ever before, so you need modern commercial laundry equipment that is up to the task. 

Today’s laundry equipment from top brands, like Milnor are literally designed for a better clean, which means a cleaner laundry and a safer environment for patrons and employees. 

In general, you can expect hotter water, which is noted to kill more germs and bacteria, and more wash options and customization — including temperature control and extra rinse cycles. 

Use these features as part of your ongoing marketing efforts to help give guests (and employees) peace of mind that you’re doing absolutely everything you can to keep them safe while they’re patronizing your business. 

Increased Operational Efficiency

In the aftermath of the pandemic, hotels have been grappling with widespread staffing shortages which means laundry operations efficiency is more important than ever. The good news is that modern commercial laundry machines are optimized for efficiency: 

• Faster extraction speeds help get clothes dry faster, which cuts the time per load and reduces electricity costs. 
• Advanced technology helps you better manage water levels, water temperatures, and even detects leaks and other issues that raise your utility costs. 
• The machines are designed to maximize cleaning power while reducing water use. 
• They're easy to use and monitor, which reduces training and improves employee productivity. 

Overall, you’ll see a noticeable decrease in your ongoing utility expenses and can better track and manage employees who are handling the laundry for increased performance. 

Work with Martin-Ray Laundry Systems

Whatever laundry challenges your hospitality property is facing, Martin Ray is here to help. We’re a leading authorized commercial laundry equipment distributor throughout Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming, west Texas, and western Nebraska. On top of that, we provide related services, including installation, training, repairs, and ongoing maintenance, along with laundry supplies and critical replacement parts to keep your laundry operations running smoothly.