White Conveyors announced the September 09, 2018 passing of Bernard S. Speckhart, the company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Bernard (known as Bernie) was a true leader and innovative inventor in garment and linen material handling solutions. His patented conveyor designs revolutionized the industry. Under Bernie’s direction, over 100,000 conveyors have been installed […]
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Zengeler Cleaners “20-Year Club” Surpasses 1,000 Years of Service
A record 33 employees combine for 1,018 years at historic cleaner Each year, Zengeler Cleaners celebrates longevity among its employees by recognizing those with 20 or more years of service. For the first time in the history of the Midwest’s oldest and largest drycleaner, the “20 Year Club” now exceeds 1,000 years of service to […]
William L. (Bill) North, 1928 – 2018
William L. (Bill) North, longtime President and General Manager of Forenta, passed away on September 19, 2018. From humble beginnings in Pueblo, Colorado, Bill received an academic scholarship to Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. He graduated with honors and a BS in Civil Engineering in 1948. He began his textile care career as chief […]