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On paper, uniform and linen programs seem straightforward. Clean items in. Soiled items out. In real healthcare settings, it is rarely that simple. Small issues can quietly turn into operational problems. Missing scrubs delay shift changes. Inconsistent handling creates compliance concerns. Home laundering adds risk that is hard to see until something goes wrong. At…

A Smarter, Safer Uniform Program for Wisconsin Healthcare Teams In healthcare, what your team wears matters. The right uniforms support infection prevention, protect staff, and help keep patient care running without interruption. And when shifts move fast, your garment program has to keep up. At Gunderson, we help Wisconsin facilities build wardrobes that are compliant,…

How a Local Linen Partner Improves Your Day-to-Day in Healthcare In healthcare, every second counts. When patients rely on you to act fast, your linen and uniform provider should do the same—not keep you waiting days for a response. At Gunderson, we believe operational decisions should move as fast as your day does. That’s why…

Running a healthcare facility means balancing a thousand moving parts—caring for patients, supporting staff, and maintaining strict safety standards. Every process, every surface, and every linen must work together to protect people from harm. That’s why “clean” can’t just look clean. When linens come into contact with patients, true cleanliness is measured at the microbial…

Running a hotel means balancing a thousand details—welcoming guests, managing staff, keeping operations smooth. Fresh, spotless linens are a non-negotiable part of that experience. But looking clean isn’t enough. Guests expect linens that are truly clean, down to the microscopic level. That’s where our TRSA Hygienically Clean Hospitality Certification comes in. It’s more than a…

Running your own laundry might seem like a smart way to maintain control. After all, you know exactly what’s going in and coming out of your linen operation…right? But have you ever stopped to think about what it’s really costing you? Many hospitality businesses don’t realize that the true cost of in-house laundry goes far…

Running a hotel takes more than great service and comfortable beds. Behind the scenes, there’s a long list of operational tasks that keep everything running smoothly – linen management being one of the biggest.  That’s why more Wisconsin hotels are choosing to outsource their linen services, and choosing to stay local with Gunderson. Here’s why…

At Gunderson, safety is part of our everyday culture. In April 2025, we celebrated a major milestone: three full years without a lost time injury. That kind of achievement doesn’t happen by accident. It takes clear processes, team accountability, and a company-wide commitment to doing things the right way. It also puts us in the…

From the moment guests walk through the door, they’re forming impressions based on more than just the food. The atmosphere, cleanliness, and overall presentation all contribute to their dining experience, and table linens can play a bigger role than you might think. Here are five reasons why using table linens is a smart choice for…

When choosing a partner for your business’s uniform and linen needs, it’s easy to be tempted by big national providers promising scale and speed. But for many organizations, the smarter, more sustainable choice is a local one. Locally owned and operated companies, like ours, offer more than just service. They offer connection, community investment, and…