Green Property Puts UniMac "Hercules" to Work

July 14th, 2009

The Holiday Inn Lakewood Denver has ramped up efforts to lower its impact on the environment. Energy Star appliances, recycling programs, linen re-use programs and low-flow shower heads and toilets are just a few of the measures undertaken.

In the laundry, green activities continued with the addition of a UniMac UW150 washer-extractor, equipped with the UniLinc control. Staff has even nicknamed the 150-pound capacity machine "Hercules" for its ability to spin so much water out of loads with a 300 G-force extract cycle. In its Environmental Policy, the property cites the washer's strengths and positive impact:

"The UWTV uses less water than conventional bath-style rinses and requires significantly shorter drying time (without the additional steel, parts and materials) than any comparable machine on the market. Reduced water consumption translates into less hot water and lower gas consumption; fast cycle times equals less electricity. Also uses recycled materials."

To learn more about Holiday Inn Lakewood Denver's commitment to operating a green property, read its Environmental Policy.

UniMac Sales Manager Featured as Guest Columnist on Green Lodging Web Site

July 10th, 2009

Green Lodging News, lodging's leading environmental news source, recently featured a column written by UniMac North American Sales Manager Kim Shady.

In his column, titled "A Greener Laundry Starts With Clear Goals" Shady discusses the value of tackling green projects with a well-defined game plan. He cites the vision and goals set by the management of Cavallo Point-The Lodge at Golden Gate as a prime example.

This property fully committed to reducing its impact on the environment and consumption of utilities and water, even employing a water re-use system in the on-premises laundry.

Green Lodging News is the premiere source of news, suggestions, the latest product information and more related to operating a lodging facility in a more environmentally friendly way.

Shady has more than 20 years of laundry equipment experience and has been quoted in a variety of publications serving a diverse collection of markets, including hospitality, long-term care and the fire industry.