The commercial laundry, dry cleaning, and pressing machine industry encompasses companies primarily engaged in manufacturing nonresidential laundry equipment.
SIC 3582 applies to COMMERCIAL LAUNDRY EQUIPMENT.
In 2000, the industry had $626 million in shipments, compared to $636 million in 1999.
During the first decade of twenty first century, the laundry equipment manufacturing industry was up and down. But by the middle of the decade, the situation has started to change. And I too think the largest product in this industry are the washers and extractors. Dryers and presses account for 16 and 11 percent of sales respectively. And nowadays all these laundry equipments are available via online shops such as NRI parts (based in in Brampton).
The largest U.S. company primarily engaged in the production of commercial laundry equipment in the late 1990s was Pellerin Milnor Corp. of Kenner Louisiana, with sales of $91 million and employed 900 workers.
The number of employees fell from 4,204 in 1999 to 3,781 in 2000. Production workers in 2000 numbered 2,735, and they earned an average hourly wage of $14.29.
Speed Queen is located in Ripon, Wisconsin and is a laundry machine manufacturer. They are considered the largest manufacturer of commercial laundry equipment.
Whirlpool Corporation, General Electric Appliances, and Maytag Corporation led the industry in 2000
Laundry equipment usually refers to clothes washers and dryers.
The two types of laundry operations are commercial laundry and residential laundry. Commercial laundry involves large-scale operations that serve businesses, such as hotels, hospitals, and laundromats, focusing on high efficiency and volume. Residential laundry, on the other hand, caters to individual households and typically involves smaller loads processed at home or in local laundromats. Each type has distinct equipment and processes tailored to its specific needs.
Laundry equipment refers to machines and tools used for washing, drying, and finishing clothing and textiles. This includes washing machines, dryers, and spin dryers, as well as auxiliary equipment like ironing machines, folding tables, and garment steamers. These devices help streamline the laundry process, making it more efficient and effective for both household and commercial use. Additionally, laundry equipment can include specialized machines for delicate fabrics or high-capacity washers for industrial applications.
Nearly 80 percent of all household laundry equipment is purchased by individuals for home use. An additional 6 percent of industry output is consumed by laundromats, dry cleaners, and other services
Most laundry equipment has a life span of 10 to 12 years