Miss a story in last month’s Series? They’re still available at the bottom of this page.

We’ll be talking about making Social Media part off your business, instead of letting it run wild. There will be reviews of POS systems that make it easy for you, success stories, and more!

If you have a story to tell, send it to becca@fabricarecanada.com today.


POS System Review: XPLOR SPOT

SERIES: Let’s Get Social!

Continuing our exploration of POS systems available to dry cleaners and launderers that include a Social Media component, this week we look at Xplor Spot. The company describes itself this way:

“Xplor Spot is the pinnacle of dry cleaning and laundry software. Created by dry cleaners for dry cleaners. Our robust, reliable and comprehensive solution is designed to empower businesses, driving efficiency and facilitating superior customer experiences.”

READ IT HERE…


It’s Going to be a Great Show!

Clean Shows are always big. This week, Messe Frankfurt announced it is expanding the Show floor to accommodate more booths. So the BIG just got BIGGER.

If you haven’t made your plans yet, now is the time to think about it. Housing will open in March. Booth space opened a few months ago. Get out your calendar, mark out August 23-26, and start planning your visit to Orlando. This is a no-brainer.

Visit the website and let the excitement begin!


We’ll be talking about making Social Media part off your business, instead of letting it run wild. There will be reviews of POS systems that make it easy for you, success stories, and more!

If you have a story to tell, send it to becca@fabricarecanada.com today.


Like it or loathe it, Social Media is here to stay. Successful companies have found ways to utilize the technology to convey their messages to customers and potential customers. The really good ones have some fun with it, as well.

Which camp do you fall into — the ones who shrug it off and try to avoid Social Media, or the ones who recognize a valuable avenue to reach your audience? How can you move from Group 1 to Group 2? What tools might you already have at your fingertips that you are overlooking?

This month we’ll examine the issues and opportunities surrounding Social Media. To kick it off, we have a thorough description of Computer Systems International’s “CleanTie” POS system and the tools that can help you. Let’s get Social!


POS System Review: CLEANTIE

SERIES: Let’s Get Social!

You have a POS system, but have you explored it completely?

Cleantie cloud-based POS is the latest product from Computer Systems Int’l (CSI). Cleantie is a powerful, all-in-one platform designed to streamline pickup and delivery services, enhance customer experience, and boost operational efficiency.

READ IT HERE…


POS System Review: XPLOR SPOT

SERIES: Let’s Get Social!

Continuing our exploration of POS systems available to dry cleaners and launderers that include a Social Media component, this week we look at Xplor Spot. The company describes itself this way:

“Xplor Spot is the pinnacle of dry cleaning and laundry software. Created by dry cleaners for dry cleaners. Our robust, reliable and comprehensive solution is designed to empower businesses, driving efficiency and facilitating superior customer experiences.”

READ IT HERE…


January SeriesHappy New TECH!

Happy New TECH!

Every industry publication devotes January to new technology. Why? Because technology is a moving target. What was incredibly revolutionary yesterday is taken for granted tomorrow. Time marches on, and so does technology. Let’s take a look at where we’ve been, what’s due to be “old hat” soon, and what we can anticipate in the years ahead.

READ IT HERE…


2025 Tech Spotlight: JENSEN

If you’ve been to a Clean Show or followed the industry trade news, you know Jensen is investing a lot of its efforts in the future of robotics to streamline laundry efficiency. (We will have a special interview with the team working in this area in an upcoming article.)

READ IT HERE…


The Robots are Coming

Robotics applications in the laundry sector are increasing as Artificial Intelligence and robotic technology improves. We asked two experts from Jensen, which has been a leader in the move to robotics, to give us insight into where this side of the industry is headed.

READ IT HERE...


2025 Tech Spotlight: ENERGENICS

UV to the Rescue

Energenics offers a variety of products from filtration to infection control. For this feature we will focus on the amazing use of UV technology to disinfect commercial laundry equipment. Systems can range from a single unit to an entire room fitted to the purpose.

READ IT HERE…


2025 Tech Spotlight: G.A. BRAUN

From washers to dryers to folders, there’s always new innovation at Braun. Check out the latest as part of our January series on New Tech.

READ IT HERE…


2025 Tech Spotlight: WASCOMAT

LaundryLux, North America’s exclusive distributor of Wascomat commercial laundry equipment is thrilled to announce a game-changing expansion in its Wascomat Vended washer product line.

Check out the new 200G line with front facing Touch Screen technology.

READ IT HERE…


2025 Tech Spotlight: GREENEARTH

SERIES: Happy New TECH!

In this final installment in our series, we look at the other side of new tech: proper training. GreenEarth’s Expanded Support program is designed to take the mystery out of new tech in your plant.

A second tweak to already high-performing technology is GreenEarth’s patented Virus Protection Process, which achieves 98% virus elimination of viruses like the Covid virus.

READ IT HERE…


JANUARY COLUMNS

Let’s Talk Hydrocarbon Vacuum Stills

Kevin Marois

Several months back I did an article about perc stills. Now I would like to talk about alternative solvent stills. Because these solvents are combustible, the still has to operate under vacuum. Whether it is Hydrocarbon, Intense, SolvonK4 or any of the other alternative solvents, the distillation process is the same.

READ IT HERE…


Innovations You Never Saw Coming

Linley McConnell

This month, we’re diving into tech trends, not just futuristic ideas, but ones that are (surprisingly) close to reality. The heart of most innovation is imagination paired with problem solving. Technology, as of 2025, is moving in exciting, sometimes unexpected, directions. Let’s review a few fun tech trends shaping the future of fabricare.

READ IT HERE…


Unlock Premium Pricing

Francis Flair

Every small-business owner dreams of charging premium prices for their products and services. But here’s the catch: customers must experience your competitive advantage to justify those prices. Here are the three practical strategies to help you stand out, attract more customers, and confidently charge those premium prices.

READ IT HERE…