ALSCO Case Study - Kemco Systems

Client Overview

ALSCO Uniforms®, a leader in the commercial laundry services industry, continuously seeks innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. By integrating Kemco’s Ceramic Membrane Filtration System, ALSCO has streamlined their water filtration and recycling capabilities, assisting the company’s Los Angeles location to process more than 320,000 pounds of laundry per week, with potential capacities of up to 400,000 pounds. Sustainability and innovation are key drivers for the company as it aims to minimize environmental impact while maximizing output. The Kemco Ceramic Membrane Filtration System’s quality of recycled water, advanced automation and ease of maintenance has helped the location meet its sustainability goals and improve operational efficiency.

Challenge

To support its high-output operations, ALSCO faced the challenge of balancing rigorous production demands with sustainable water reuse and reduced chemical usage. Previous systems fell short in efficiency, requiring frequent wastewater technician intervention and limiting overall water reuse capabilities. This hindered productivity, creating additional pressure to find a dependable system that could integrate seamlessly with existing plant equipment and daily water capacities.

Solution

ALSCO adopted the Kemco Ceramic Membrane Filtration System; a cutting-edge water filtration and chemical management solution designed for industrial applications.

Kemco’s ceramic membrane process is based on high-velocity crossflow filtration with wastewater being filtered through ceramic ultrafiltration elements. The result is a filtrate free of oils, greases, suspended solids, viruses, bacteria and microplastics.

This system allows ALSCO to return the highest quality water to their wash aisle, reducing chemical usage and ultimately delivering softer goods and whiter whites. ALSCO team members highlight three advantages of the Ceramic Membrane Filtration System.

Advanced Automation – The Kemco Ceramic Membrane Filtration System operates with minimal manual input. A simple button press initiates its automated processes, requiring only weekly chemical replenishment.
Filtration and Reuse Technology – With three filters in rotation, the system consistently cleans and produces quality water for reuse, optimizing resource efficiency. Real-time data displays ensure seamless monitoring and management of water quality.
Proactive Maintenance and Support – ALSCO has access to an extensive inventory of spare parts, a dedicated field service team and 24/7 technical support, ensuring uninterrupted operations.

The Kemco Ceramic Membrane Filtration System has positioned ALSCO at the forefront of operational efficiency and sustainability. Its ability to balance high-volume processing demands with sustainable water treatment reflects a deep alignment with evolving industry priorities of energy conservation and water reuse to meet environmental and regulatory demands.

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