Celebrates 70 Years of Service in the Central New York
Market
WILMINGTON, Mass., Oct. 7, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF), a North
American leader in providing customized business uniform programs,
facility service products and first aid and safety
services, proudly announces the grand opening of its advanced
uniform service and processing facility in Liverpool, New York. This investment
highlights UniFirst's ongoing commitment to serving the
Syracuse market, where it has been
a trusted partner for 70 years.
Driven by remarkable growth, the newly built 65,000-square-foot
facility replaces the previous smaller structure on the same site,
completing a seamless three-year transition without interrupting
service for its more than 2,000 local customers throughout the
central New York region. The
facility, located at 103 Luther Avenue Liverpool, NY, offers a comprehensive range of
services, including uniform rental and facility services, hygienic
laundering, maintenance, and pickup and delivery.
UniFirst's Syracuse location is
designed with sustainability in mind. Utilizing less than 1.5
gallons of water per pound of product, the facility processes
220,000 pounds of textiles weekly. An advanced Dissolved Air
Flotation (DAF) system ensures wastewater is treated to exceed
municipal standards, while the eco-friendly design incorporates
high-efficiency systems, LED lighting, and a white membrane roof to
reduce energy consumption.
Environmental consciousness extends to operations, with the use
of eco-friendly cleaning detergents and a Heater Reclaimer system
that significantly recovers heat. The facility is poised to expand
its capacity to align with future growth, ensuring UniFirst can
continue delivering quality products and services for years to
come.
"We're thrilled to introduce the latest uniform service
technology to Central New York,
enhancing our service offerings while supporting local job
creation," said Jason Drummey,
UniFirst General Manager. "This facility underscores our dedication
to innovation and excellence."
Steven Sintros, UniFirst
President and CEO, added, "We're excited to celebrate the opening
of our new facility in Syracuse.
It enhances our service offerings and allows us to meet the growing
needs of our customers with unparalleled efficiency. This
state-of-the-art facility exemplifies our dedication to continuous
improvement and our promise to always deliver exceptional service
to the communities we serve."
Employing 91 local residents, the plant contributes to
Syracuse's economic development.
UniFirst plans to expand its workforce as the business grows,
further supporting the local community. UniFirst is dedicated to
the Syracuse community through
philanthropy, volunteer work, and local partnerships, reinforcing
its commitment to its customers, employee Team Partners, and their
families.
The grand opening event on October
9 will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by special
guests, including local customers, Team Partners, and UniFirst
executives. The event will conclude with a facility tour and lunch
reception.
About UniFirst
Headquartered in Wilmington, Mass., UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:
UNF) is a North American leader in the supply and servicing of
uniform and workwear programs, facility service products, as well
as first aid and safety supplies and services. Together with
its subsidiaries, the company also manages specialized garment
programs for the cleanroom and nuclear industries. In addition to
partnering with leading brands, UniFirst manufactures its own
branded workwear, protective clothing, and floorcare products at
its three company-owned ISO-9001-certified manufacturing
facilities. With more than 270 service locations, over 300,000
customer locations, and 16,000-plus employee Team Partners, the
company outfits more than 2 million workers every day. For
additional information, contact UniFirst at 888.296.2740 or visit
UniFirst.com. Follow UniFirst on Social
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