Addition shines light on the value of hygienic laundering by
qualified service providers
WILMINGTON, Mass., Dec. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- UniFirst
Corporation (NYSE: UNF), a North American leader in providing
customized work uniform programs, corporate attire, and facility
service products for businesses, is proud to introduce the addition
of a ground-breaking line of healthcare garments to its core
uniform service offerings: WonderWink INDY™ scrubs. Provided in
partnership with Fashion Seal Healthcare®, a division of
Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC),this
fashion-forward workwear solution combines the top features and
benefits of the popular WonderWink® retail line of
scrubs with innovative fabrics engineered to withstand the
demanding hygienic laundering process utilized with UniFirst
healthcare uniform service programs.
Referred to as "the Cadillac of all scrubs" by one Amazon
reviewer, WonderWink® is a household name with medical
workers nationwide. Lauded for seemingly tailored fits, a soft
feel, and maximum breathability and mobility, these modern-day
scrubs are available in a range of popular colors and styles in two
fits: a roomy and relaxed unisex fit that's perfect for men and
women of all body shapes and a more contoured, flattering women's
fit. Both fits are designed with specific consideration for medical
workers, incorporating helpful and convenient features like badge
loops, multiple pockets, and tool/pen holders.
With the addition of the WonderWink INDYTM line to
UniFirst's managed uniform service programs, healthcare workers now
have access to everything they love about WonderWink's retail scrub
apparel plus the added benefits of weekly hygienic laundering and
convenient pick-up, maintenance, and delivery services.
"All of us at UniFirst are really excited about providing these
innovative scrubs to the healthcare market through our uniform
rental programs," said Adam Soreff,
UniFirst director of marketing and communications. "In fact," he
added, "we've received glowing reviews from tenured healthcare
workers who have test worn the new INDY line, and overwhelmingly,
they couldn't believe that scrubs that were this comfortable were
durable enough for industrial laundering."
The excitement surrounding this new product addition is echoed
by Fashion Seal Healthcare Vice President, Dan Schwartz. "We're thrilled to be partnering
with UniFirst," Schwartz said. "This impressive, first-of-its-kind
addition to their core product offering combines 100 years of
healthcare apparel experience and the popular
WonderWink® retail scrub brand that millions of
healthcare professionals choose to wear to work every day."
Though the style, comfort, and on-the-job performance of the
WonderWink INDYTM line are certainly high priorities for
wearers, of particular interest from an industry standpoint is the
manufacturing that allows these scrubs to withstand the rigors of
professional hygienic laundering. This attribute has become
especially important today, as frontline healthcare workers
continue to battle the challenges presented by the COVID-19
pandemic. It is because of these advancements that UniFirst is now
able to offer the WonderWink® brand name in its managed
uniform service programs.
This healthcare workwear addition could not have come at a
better time, as recent safety recommendations issued by the
American Dental Association (ADA) suggested that medical practices
consider "contracting with a laundry service [for the cleaning of
soiled scrubs and worn medical apparel]." Occupational Health and
Safety (OSHA) guidelines also back this suggestion, stating
that "healthcare professionals should change from scrubs to
personal clothing before returning home after working to help
prevent infection," and that "scrubs should be washed on-site at
the office or laundered by a service of their choosing."
To further drive the point home, a study published in the
American Journal of Infection Control states that, "significantly
higher bacteria counts were isolated from home-laundered scrubs and
unwashed scrubs than from new, hospital [industrially]-laundered,
and disposable scrubs."
UniFirst's high-temperature, hygienic laundering processes help
to minimize potential contaminants that could otherwise be carried
on textiles, making healthcare environments safer not only for the
wearers, but for coworkers and patients, as well. The pick-up,
delivery, and hygienic laundering services included in UniFirst's
rental programs eliminate the need for home laundering and workwear
maintenance and help prevent potential cross-contamination that may
occur between the workplace and the household.
Visit UniFirst.com today for a look at the new WonderWink
INDYTM scrubs line, and easily request a quote to
see how they can be incorporated into a uniform rental service
program.
About UniFirst
Headquartered in Wilmington,
Mass., UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) is a North American
leader in the supply and servicing of uniform and workwear
programs, as well as the delivery of facility service programs.
Together with its subsidiaries, the company also provides first aid
and safety products, and manages specialized garment programs for
the cleanroom and nuclear industries. UniFirst manufactures its own
branded workwear, protective clothing, and floorcare products; and
with 260 service locations, over 300,000 customer locations, and
14,000 employee Team Partners, the company outfits more than 2
million workers each business day. For more information, contact
UniFirst at 800.455.7654 or visit UniFirst.com.
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