OUR 105th YEAR! 1-800-328-5689 • www.minnesotachemical.com December 2020 / January 2021 • Issue #667

Our Customers Arden Hills, MNTravel in style at SpringHill Suites Arden Hills by Marriott, the all-suite hotel that seamlessly blends design and functionality offering the modern amenities you need to stay refreshed and focused - all at an affordable price. Located conveniently off of Interstate 694 the hotel is less than 15 minutes from Downtown Minneapolis or downtown St Paul. Not only is the hotel close to several business headquarters, but it’s also near the Rosedale Center, the Minnesota State Fairgrounds and the National Sports Center. The spacious suites include over 350 square feet of space, high speed internet, ergonomic work stations, luxury linens, flat screen televisions, microwaves and fridges. The vibrant lobby offers flexible spaces perfect for working, meeting, relaxing or enjoying your complimentary hot breakfast. Take the stress out of travel with free Wi-Fi, relaxing pool, fitness center and our market, which is open 24/7 for snacks and necessities. Quite simply, from business trips to leisurely journeys, SpringHill Suites Arden Hills is a breath of fresh air.

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Equipment Department Manager: Mike BakerEquipment Coordinator: Christine EvensonEquipment Sales: Daniel Baker, James Baker, Tony Crain, James RiopelService Manager: Ed Jensen

Purchasing/Accounts Payable/ Supply Department Manager: Chris SchiefelbeinAccounts Receivable/Credit: Lori KahleCFO: Kwen JohnsonCity Desk: Chris SchiefelbeinFront Desk: Kailin Wilber

Service Engineers: Dan Elstad, Andy Putnam, Lewis Harris

Supply Sales: John Sullivan, Chris Schiefelbein, James Riopel

Parts Manager: Barbara Swanson

Warehouse: Bruce Edwards, Ron Russell, Jr.Parts Direct Line: 651-288-4849 • Service Direct Line: 651-288-4857 • Parts & Service Fax: 651-646-7206

Huebsch laundromat equipment is the best! Made in Ripon, WI. Huebsch has the features you need for your hotel guest laundry, laundromat new store or to upgrade your laundromat. Huebsch Command™ gives you total control of your laundromat from anywhere! New softmount washers from 20# to 70# mean almost any building works for a new laundromat. Call Dan Baker, James Riopel or Tony Crain for your Huebsch needs.

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Sylwia Oak, General Manager, in the Milnor® washer/dryer equipped commercial laundry. (..114637)

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Supply Deals by ChrisOrtho Tuff Skin MatsOrtho Tuff Skin mats are great to relieve the stress of a long day of standing at your work station! Customers place Tuff Skin mats at laundry and dry cleaning presses, sorting stations, folding tables, in front of ironers and automated folders and at counter point of sale registers. They truly make a hard surface a soft surface. John Sullivan gets very positive feed back on every sale he makes of the Ortho Tuff Skin mat. He recommends the 3/4” thick mat for most locations for comfort and durability. Tuff Skin comes in a variety of sizes – talk to John Sullivan or Chris Schiefelbein to get sizes and pricing. Most Tuff Skin mats ship in less than two weeks.

John Sullivan, Supply Sales, holds a Tuff Skin sample while standing on a Tuff Skin mat in front of a Chicago Dryer ironer.

Water Conservation for On-Premise LaundriesMilnor’s 60 lb. capacity washer-extractors feature RinSave® water conservation technology standardCurrent economic conditions have forced healthcare facilities to focus on operating costs, particularly back-of-the-house operations – including the on-premise laundry, according to healthcare operators.

This innovative process called RinSave® eliminates up to two high level rinses (.33 gallons per pound processed) and up to 10 minutes in the wash formula. It saves labor, water, sewer and electricity which are the largest direct operating expenses in the laundry. RinSave® conserves water, further substantiates your facility’s green program and is infinitely sustainable, without further investment.

The finest in automated laundry feeders, ironers, folders and small piece folders

are made in and by CHICAGO

NEW 2020 WASHER AND DRYER PRICES WERE NOT AVAILABLE AT PRESS TIME – Please budget 2-3% additional for Milnor and Huebsch in 2021.

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Service Tips By EdLaundromat - Dryer/Washer Preventive Maintenance DRYERS Weekly: Check the vents on the motors to assure they aren’t clogged with lint – vacuum well to keep motor clean and prevent premature motor failure. Do not use canned compressed air as this may drive lint deep into motor windings.Check lint filters for holes and tight fit. Replace as needed. When checking the

lint filter on stack dryers, fully remove filter and check the drum roller wheels for wear and tear. If the basket is not turning smoothly or is noisy, replace the full set of wheels.Monthly: Vacuum lint from the outside of the dryer and from the burner area. Use canned compressed air to spray lint off electronic boards. Inspect for any loose burned wires. Replace as needed. Check the dryer for proper heating. Make sure doors close securely; tighten “acorn nut” closure as needed.Yearly: Have exhaust vents to roof or through side wall professionally cleaned. Inspect to assure there are no external screens that will capture lint and increase drying times. If you do not keep your exhaust vents clean, the air flow safety switch will not close properly and your dryer may fail to heat. Check burner tubes for lint or carbon build up. To clean, remove tubes and clean under warm water – dry thoroughly before replacing. Check to assure that make up air vents in dryer enclosure are unobstructed and operate properly. Lack of make up air will cause air flow switch problems.WASHERSWeekly: Clean soap chutes and area under chutes. Check drain valves to assure they fully close and are not leaking during cycle. When washers are not in use, check for water running out drain valve – if you see or hear water, you have a water valve that is not closing fully. It has debris in it or needs to be replaced.Monthly: Inspect and replace worn belts. Check washers for noise in main bearings, motors. Debris caught between drum and shell can also cause noise. Inspect the anchor bolts and grout.Yearly: Have main drains professionally cleaned to prevent them from backing up or causing odor by standing water in troughs. Check the screens in the fill hoses. Clean them or replace them. Dirty screens mean slow fills.A little preventive maintenance for your washers and dryers will make your laundry run more efficiently and reduce break downs.

New Milnor Washer/Extractors at List Price– 30015T6X, 40#, EP Express Micro, RinSave, 4 Speed,

208/240/60/3 ............................................................................................$13,575

– 30015VRJ, 40#, EP Plus Micro, Temp Control, RinSave 7 Speed, 208/240/60/3 ............................................................................................ $15,125

– 30015V8Z, 40#, MilTouch Programmer, Temp Control, RinSave, 7 Speed, 208/240/60/3 .............................................................................$16,705

– 30022T6X, 60#, EP Express Micro, RinSave, 4 Speed, 208/240/60/3 ............................................................................................$14,495

– 30022VRJ, 60#, EP Plus Micro, Temp Control, RinSave 7 Speed, 208/240/60/3 ...........................................................................................$15,625

– 30022V8Z, 60#, MilTouch Programmer, Temp Control, RinSave, 7 Speed, 208/240/60/3 ............................................................................. $17,195

– 36021V5Z, 80#, MilTouch Programmer, Temp Control, RinSave, 7 Speed, 208/240/60/3 ............................................................................ $23,225

– 36021V7Z, 80#, MilTouch Programmer, Temp Control, RinSave, 7 Speed, 208/240/60/3 .............................................................................$27,025

– 36026V5Z, 100#, MilTouch Programmer, Temp Control, RinSave, 7 Speed, 208/240/60/3 ............................................................................ $25,965

– 36026V7Z, 100#, MilTouch Programmer, Temp Control, RinSave, 7 Speed, 208/240/60/3 .............................................................................$30,195

– 42026V6Z, 140#, MilTouch Programmer, Temp Control, RinSave,

7 Speed, 208/240/60/3 ............................................................................ $33,885

– 42030V6Z, 160#, MilTouch Programmer, Temp Control, RinSave, 7 Speed, 208/240/60/3 ............................................................................ $36,995

Rinsave saves water and formula time by special speeds and saving 1 or 2 rinses.

Miltouch is touchscreen programmer with laptop programmability – transfer formulas by USB stick.

New Dryers at List Price– Huebsch HT050FN, Gas, 50#, Dual Digital Timers, various

voltages ...................................................................................................... $4,868

– Huebsch HT055FN, Gas, 50#, Dual Digital Timers, Slimline passes through 34.5” doorway, various voltages ......................................$5,143

50# and 55# dryers are available in reversing and with Galaxy Micro Control and OPT True Moisture Sensing Drying

– Huebsch HT075FN, Gas, 75#, Dual Digital Timers, various voltages ...................................................................................................... $5,385

– Huebsch HT075FN, Gas, 75#, Dual Digital Timers, reversing, various voltages ......................................................................................... $6,423

– Huebsch HT075NN, Gas, 75#, Galaxy Micro Control, reversing, OPT True Moisture Sensing Drying various voltages ................................. $7,155

All Huebsch dryers (except electric heat) have available in the basket CARE fire suppression including remote connect for cold enclosures.

Other Huebsch dryers in sizes from 25# to 200#. And ask about stainless steel cylinder and panels. Ask about ADC and CLM dryers in large capacities.

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Parts Ideas from BarbTumble Dryer Trunnion ReplacementYou don’t need Paul Bunyan to fix your trunnion. Even though he has the strength of ten men, in just a short time our technicians can. If you can lift up your dryer drum more than an inch, stop running the dryer now, before you’re in a pinch. The clunking and clanking noises are key. Act now to avoid this tragedy. With New Years Eve’s clock ticking fast, “tick tock”. We have the bearings, flange and pillow block. Purchase parts before your dryers are on the fritz. We stock all the latest trunnion and bearing kits. I’ll package the trunnion and put it in a big box. If the snow gets too deep, I’ll call Babe the blue ox. Good tidings I wish you with holiday cheer. Merry Christmas all and a joyful New Year.

LAUNDROMAT CARD SYSTEMSWe have several great choices: New stores can choose Huebsch Command™. Existing or new stores can find solutions with CCI FasCard by Laundry Concepts and SpyderWash by Setomatic

Huebsch Tumble Dryer trunnion & bearings

Hand Soaps, Sanitizers And LotionsEcolab offers an array of liquid and foaming hand soaps, sanitizers, and lotions that help keep your staff and guests safe and healthy. We’ve developed a hand hygiene system that combines bacteria-killing chemistry with technology and training - making your hand cleaning habits safe, simple and efficient. With Ecolab’s Hand Hygiene System, you get efficiency, innovation and sustainability in one sleek dispenser.