Metro Laundry Service Presses Forward With Energy-efficient Equipment Upgrades
Metro Laundry Service in Capitol Heights, Maryland, specializes in cleaning linens for hotels. To meet its growing demand, the company recognized the need to upgrade its natural gas equipment. While exploring their options, Metro Laundry Service’s decision-makers discovered Washington Gas Business Energy Solutions. The program’s incentives made energy-efficient equipment upgrades a smart choice.
THE UPGRADES
The installation of a state-of-the-art thermal ironer system streamlined operations by automating the spreading, pressing, and folding of bed linens. Although Metro Laundry Service’s upgrades took just a few weeks, the impact was immediate.
"Our employees love the new equipment as it makes their job easier. And customer satisfaction has been improved through enhanced product results and quality control."
—Steven Young, Chief Operating Officer
The system’s technology increased production efficiency and reduced natural gas consumption. It also reduced dependency on outdated steam boilers, further optimizing energy use.
The Incentives
Metro Laundry Service received $100,000 in incentives toward the installation of a state-of-the-art thermal ironer system. “The program coordinators are very helpful, responsive and informative, says Steven Young, Chef Operating Officer, "the incentive has allowed us to invest in even more equipment and upgrades.”
The Future
Encouraged by these results, Metro Laundry Service has already submitted applications for additional energy efficiency upgrades. They include another ironer system and a high-efficiency laundry press that extracts more water from linens to reduce drying time. With energy savings, improved production capacity and continued investments in efficiency, Metro Laundry Service is proving that smart energy choices can help businesses clean up with more profitable business practices.