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32 Howard’s Way


An insult to drycleaners turns into a history lesson


www.laundryandcleaningnews.com 3 Material Solutions


The laundry of the future and what laundry managers can expect


28


What Went Wrong Recognising and resolving machine problems


31 Trade Secrets Understanding greying


FEATURES


10 Cover Story


Trumps tariffs are unsettling the industry and uncertainty reigns


12 Spotlight


The Middle East market is full of promise for growth


18 Washer extractors


The is plenty of innovation in the latest, eco friendly and efficient models


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