ATLANTA, Jan. 9, 2025
/PRNewswire/ -- Southeastern Laundry Equipment Sales (SLES), a
leading provider of commercial laundry solutions, today announced
its completion of a strategic partnership with two distinguished
companies in the commercial laundry sector: Universal Laundry
Machinery (ULM), Michigan's
largest and oldest distributor of commercial laundry equipment, and
Michigan Laundry Machinery Service Inc. (MLM), a trusted
provider of commercial and industrial laundry services for over 30
years.
This partnership underscores SLES's commitment to scaling its
industry-leading service-based programs. By combining ULM's
legacy of over one hundred years of experience in commercial
laundry equipment distribution with MLM's three decades of service
excellence, the merged separate entity will provide customers a
fully integrated distribution experience comprised of best in class
technical expertise, product solutions, and comprehensive machine
service. Ryan Hubbard, owner of Universal Laundry Machinery
and Steve Hantz, owner of Michigan
Laundry Machinery Service Inc. will continue to lead the combined
organization.
Ryan Hubbard, "Partnering
with SLES is a monumental step forward for Universal Laundry
Machinery and Michigan Laundry Machinery," said Hubbard. "The
shared commitment to customer service, innovation, and technical
expertise creates incredible opportunities for growth and for
continuing the trusted relationships we've built over the past
century."
Steve Hantz, echoed this
sentiment: "Unifying ULM and MLM by joining with SLES allows us to
continue our unparalleled service experience with combined
resources and expertise while enhancing the level of service and
support we can offer to our customers."
T. Chase Brown, CEO of
SLES, commented on the transaction: "Bringing Universal Laundry
Machinery and Michigan Laundry Machinery Service together under one
business unit allows us to harness their collective expertise while
providing a more streamlined and integrated experience for all
stakeholders in Michigan. This
merger represents a pivotal step in scaling SLES's service-based
programs and reinforces our commitment to being the premier
provider and partner of commercial laundry solutions in
North America."
About Southeastern Laundry Equipment Sales
Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Marietta, GA, Southeastern Laundry
Equipment Sales has been a trusted name in the commercial
laundry industry for nearly 50 years. SLES serves clients across
Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, North
Carolina, South Carolina,
and Kentucky offering
comprehensive services including distribution, maintenance,
leasing, and chemical solutions.
About Universal Laundry Machinery
With over a century of experience, Universal Laundry
Machinery is Michigan's
largest and oldest distributor of commercial and industrial laundry
equipment. A second-generation, family-owned business, Universal
Laundry Machinery is known for its equipment expertise, innovative
solutions, and unwavering customer service, ULM has been a
cornerstone of the commercial laundry industry in Michigan.
About Michigan Laundry Machinery Service Inc.
Established in 1991, Michigan Laundry Machinery Service Inc.
has over 30 years of experience providing installation,
maintenance, and repair services for commercial and industrial
laundry equipment. MLM's certified technicians and customer-focused
approach have made it a trusted name in the Michigan laundry sector.
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