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Cintas-UniFirst Acquisition: What Does This Mean For Service?
LOCAL SERVICE MATTERS MORE THAN EVER Following the proposed Cintas / UniFirst merger, many companies are re-evaluating their current provider. The uniform, facility services, and first aid industry is evolving in a major way. In March 2026, Cintas announced plans to acquire UniFirst in a deal valued at approximately $5.5 billion. Once finalized, the merger … Read more
Meet Our RSR of the Year
MEET OUR RSR OF THE YEAR How Nick Sets the Standard for Service Excellence At Lechner, service isn’t just what we do – it’s who we are. And no one embodies that more than our 2025 RSR of the Year, Nick Garcia. For nearly 18 years, Nick has been the familiar face, trusted partner, and … Read more
Switching Uniform Providers? Here Are Some Key Things to Consider.
SWITCHING UNIFORM RENTAL PROVIDERS? Here are some key things to consider. Switching business vendors can be a daunting task, especially when your current vendor hasn’t been meeting expectations. If your current uniform rental provider has fallen short, don’t let it taint your perception of other uniform rental services… not all are created equal! By knowing … Read more
Floor Mats: A Winter Necessity
FLOOR MAT RENTAL PROGRAM: A WINTER NECESSITY Protecting Your Business, Your People, and Your Bottom Line When winter arrives, so do the challenges: snow, ice, slush, salt, and moisture are tracked into your building on every pair of shoes that walks through the door. For businesses, this creates more than just a mess – it’s … Read more
5 Steps You Can Take to Prevent Slips, Trips & Falls
PREVENTING SLIPS, TRIPS & FALLS 5 Steps You Can Take to Increase Workplace Safety Every year, thousands of workers suffer injuries from slips, trips, and falls – many of which are preventable. As we recognize Safe + Sound Week, a nationwide event held by OSHA to celebrate workplace safety programs, it’s the perfect time to … Read more
Renting vs. Purchasing Employee Uniforms
RENTING VS. PURCHASING EMPLOYEE UNIFORMS What’s right for your business? Work uniforms do more than create a cohesive look – they protect employees, build trust with customers, and reinforce your brand identity. But when it comes to sourcing uniforms, one key question always arises: should you rent or buy? Both options have merit, and the … Read more
Did You Know You Could be Eligible for Tax Exemption?
DID YOU KNOW YOU COULD BE ELIGIBLE FOR TAX EXEMPTION? The ST-587 Exemption Certificate May Help You Avoid Sales Tax on Certain Essential Items. Are you an Illinois business in manufacturing, production agriculture, or coal and aggregate mining? Did you know that the uniforms, protective gear, and even other supplies you use could potentially qualify … Read more
What Are Your Facility Goals In 2024?
What Are Your Facility Goals in 2024? If your goal is to enhance your facility’s image (while saving time and money), a managed facility services program is your solution. Strengthen Your Brand Presence With Logo Mats Branding is important for many reasons. It inspires employee pride, builds customer trust, and creates brand loyalty – and … Read more
Overcome The Challenges of Winter in The Workplace
Overcome The Challenges of Winter in the Workplace Winter can sneak up on you without giving you the chance to prepare (happens to the best of us!) From having proper matting in place, to providing your employees with the outerwear needed to stay warm, we can help take some of that winter prepping off your … Read more
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