Posted by Brandy Bell on Fri, Nov 22, 2013 @ 12:46 PM
5. Barcodes & RFID Chips – Each of your garments are barcoded or chipped with and RFID chip. These barcodes give us lots of information to be able to help you locate missing pieces or when repairs and mends have to be made to your garment. From these barcodes and RFID chips, we can tell exactly what garments are assigned to you, how many times those garments have been washed, when the last time you turned in each individual garment was, and what pieces are scheduled for your next delivery. This helps us locate items when something is missing and helps us to better serve you.
4. Your rental uniforms are counted 4 times per delivery cycle - To ensure reduced shortages, each and every single garment is counted 4 times during each delivery cycle. This allows us to provide you with valuable information on the status of each of your garment and to make sure you get back what you turn in. Your garments are counted at customer pick up, after they are laundered and finished, before loading for delivery, and at customer delivery. Each and every time your garments are counted at this 4 point process and then the cycle begins all over again.
3. Repairs done right and before you have to ask – many repairs are made before you even have to ask. We ensure your garments are in tip top shape with the 10 point collar to cuff weekly inspection. This inspection covers 10 points on your shirts and pants. Shirts are inspected for overall cleanliness, identification tags, shoulder panel, collar, emblems and pockets, sleeve, button and front button panel, underarm & side seams, cuffs, and the back panel. Pants are reviewed for overall cleanliness, buttons & fasteners, pockets, side seams & inseams, hems, rear seam, under seam, zipper, waist band & belt loops, and the identification tags. Making sure every inch of your uniforms are reviewed for mending needs.
2. Uniforms Build Trust – Consumer surveys continue to show that the public prefers your employees be in uniforms. Uniformed employees are seen as more professional, more credible, more service oriented, more capable, and make the work place feel safer. Consumers know who your employees are before they ever verbally identify themselves. Customers have also voiced that they are more likely to do business with a company whose employees are in uniforms over a business whose employees are not.
1. Uniforms stretch your marketing dollars – Who knew uniforms could be effective marketing tools? When questioning several different industries, we have found that 70-90% of most industries agree uniforms help to stretch their marketing dollar. 90% of passenger transit companies & wholesalers, 80% of building general contractors & food manufacturers, and 70% of automotive repair services agree. Having your name and logo in more locations can only help to stretch that dollar even more!
Posted by Brandy Bell on Fri, Nov 15, 2013 @ 03:50 PM
In today’s business world there are lots of products and services every business needs in order to operate their own business. Many people use some kind of accounting software, lead generation assistance, a cleaning service, someone that delivers office supplies, etc. That list could go on and on.
However, have you ever considered uniforms as a necessity for your company? Some of you may be sitting there thinking “I couldn’t afford it,” “I don’t have a large enough business,” “My industry requires certain stipulation on my employee’s clothing,” and more and more reasons why you wouldn’t or couldn’t use a uniform company.
Having uniforms doesn’t have to break the bank and odds are we carry whatever clothing is required in your industry. For those “naysayers” who think a uniform program isn’t for them. Consider this…
Fact is that uniforms are affordable! Whether you are looking to rent clothing and have us process and clean it each week, or would rather purchase custom apparel for your employees, we have a program to fit your budget.
Fact is that uniforms are mutually beneficial to the company and the employee! The company gains community exposure, promotes safety, and provides an added benefit to being an employee at your company. The employee gets standardized clothing to wear to work, they save time not having to pick out clothes each morning, and they save money not having to go shopping for work clothes.
Fact is that uniforms are free advertising! Imagine having a billboard advertisement all over town. One at the grocery store, one at the gas station, and one anywhere else imaginable. That is what you get when your employees are outfitted in a proper uniform program. You company name and logo are seen everywhere they travel throughout the day. Think about all that extra exposure your business will receive by just having your employees in a top quality uniform program.
Fact is that uniforms and custom apparel are beneficial for both large and small businesses! Whether you are a Fortune 500 company or a small 2 man shop the right uniform program and custom apparel can help show the world that you are organized and care about your image. A unified look shows your customers that you are proud of your company.
Fact is we carry a range of uniforms for a variety of industries! No matter what type of uniform you need, we’ve got you covered! We carry enhanced and hi-visibility for construction and road crews. Flame resistant garments to provide safer working conditions against electrical ARC flash burns. Your shop mechanics can proudly display your dealership brand, or your chefs will look professional in front of your guest with our available chef apparel.
No matter what kind of business you are, there is a uniform program out there to fit your needs, style, and budget!
Posted by Brandy Bell on Fri, Aug 10, 2012 @ 12:26 PM
5) Save Time – E-statement are available quicker than a paper statement.
Imagine the time you will save with not having to go to the post office to check your Post Office Box, drive back to the office, and open all of your mail. Your statement will be there in your inbox as soon as you arrive at work in the morning!
4) Ensure Security – Online access is secure and you eliminate the risk of lost information or losing a statement in the mail. Also, you will save time not having to call to report it lost or stolen and requesting another one be sent. You can securely log-in to your account and re-print the information yourself!or stolen mail. Avoid someone stealing your account
3) More Convenient – E-Statements are accessible any time, day or night, from any computer with internet access. Imagine having to leave work early because one of the kids got sick at school. Now you can just log-in from home, any mobile tablet, or from your laptop waiting at the doctors!
2) Options Are Endless – E-Statements can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. You want a printed copy or need to save a copy to your computer at work? 1-2-3 and it’s done! Log in, open the file you need, and save or print it!
1) Once our SITEX Customers sign up, they will be automatically entered into a drawing to win one of two new Kindle Fires! What is better than free stuff? SITEX Customers will be entered to win a Kindle Fire when they sign up for e-statements. All customers already receiving e-statements will automatically entered to win. Save the environment and get free stuff, now that’s a win-win!!!
Register for e-statements today!
Posted by Brandy Bell on Tue, Feb 14, 2012 @ 09:49 AM
We all wear clothes to work, so why not simplify your employee’s lives and increase your company’s exposure all at the same time? SITEX is here to help you with all of your uniform needs. Uniforms are available in all sorts of variations including 100% cotton rental uniforms to Flame Resistant Garments.
Have you ever had someone come to your house to perform routine maintenance and they did not have any identifying marks on their clothing? Did you wonder if they really were who they said they were? A uniform with your company logo would have eliminated those questions for the customer and they would have known exactly what company your employee was with before they even opened the door.
Additionally, your employees will be walking billboards for your company as they go through their work day. Not to mention they would have looked more professional and knowledgeable than your fellow competition.
Now consider your employee’s perspective… Instead of your employees spending upwards of $500 to $1000 a year on work clothes they are provided with an employee uniform by SITEX. Not only are you putting green back into their pockets, but you are also saving them valuable time.
Now, there is no need to worry about picking out an outfit each morning. They already know what they are going to wear each day! And don’t forget about the valuable time they will be saving by not having to go shopping, do laundry, and pick out clothes each morning. That extra 15 minutes of sleep they will gain could help increase their daily productivity.
Higher recognition of your company, savings of both TIME & MONEY – what are you waiting for? Outfitting your team in a SITEX uniform could be the best decision you make all year – for your company and your employees! To learn more about why your business needs a uniform company, check out our 12 Reasons Your Business Needs A Uniform Company Guide.
Posted by Tara Smith on Thu, May 19, 2011 @ 01:50 PM
Things do not pass for what they are, but for what they seem. Most things are judged by their jackets. - Baltasar Gracian
It's often said that we shouldn't judge a book by its cover. Although an excellent idea, studies have shown that most people calculate a first impression of someone within the first 30 seconds to two minutes of meeting them, if not instantly. Think about it...have you ever "judged a book by its cover" without even thinking about what you're doing?
What do you think people see in the first 30 seconds of viewing your custom uniforms or apparel?
Sloppy or unplanned attire may lead your customers to think:
- Disorganized
- Unprofessional
- Unconcerned
- Lacks importance of details
On the other hand, well put together custom apparel tells a completely different story. This look may lead customers to think:
- Organized
- Professional
- Takes pride in self and company
- Notices importance of details
At SITEX, we are strong believers of the concept, "What You Wear Tells Who You Are." For this reason, we encourage you to explore the extensive line of clothing options we carry to meet a variety of customer needs. From farming work wear to corporate clothing we are here to help you and your employees find the appropriate employee uniforms or custom apparel to project a professional, business-like image while experiencing the comfort and advantages of more casual and relaxed clothing.
Posted by Lori Riffe on Tue, Mar 01, 2011 @ 10:31 AM
SITEX, a uniform and linen rental company, made a video dedicated to the Sights family and all SITEX Team Members commemorating 50 years of service.
Posted by Lori Riffe on Thu, Feb 10, 2011 @ 08:30 AM
When James and Gladys Sights founded SITEX back in 1961 (then known as Industrial Uniform Services, Inc.), they set out with no business, a shallow line of credit, some very used laundry equipment and one delivery truck to establish a customer base in uniform rental service within a twenty-five mile radius of its plant.
By using our founding principles:
- Take care of our customers
- Take care of our team members
- Take care of the communities that we do business in
SITEX has now grown into 5 market areas: Jasper, Indiana; Nashville, Tennessee; Louisville, Kentucky; Paducah, Kentucky; and Henderson, Kentucky.
The company has grown from just a small uniform rental company to your one-stop shop for all your company needs: uniforms, linens, facility services, restroom & hygiene services, and custom apparel.
Please view our 30 second spot featuring our President, Wes Sights, talking about SITEX's founding principles.
Posted by Lori Riffe on Mon, Oct 11, 2010 @ 09:46 AM
There are many things you need to know about flame resistant garments but here are the top 5:
1. How do normal fabrics react to ignition?
Normal fabrics and garments will burn away from the point of ignition with an increasing rate of flame spread and continue to burn after removal of the ignition source. Normal fabrics will continue to burn until are extinguished or all flammable material is consumed.
2. How do flame-resistant garments react to ignition?
Flame-resistant (FR) fabrics and garments are intended to resist ignition, prevent the spread of flames away from the immediate area of high heat impingement, and to self-extinguish almost immediately upon removal of the ignition source.
3. Do FR garments prevent burn injury?
FR garments will not provide significant protection from burn injury in the immediate area of contact with the ignition source. However, flame-resistant garments do provide protection against clothing ignition and sustained flame spread.
4. Are FR garments still effective if contaminated with flammable substances?
Flammable substances on FR garments will ignite and continue to burn on the surface of the FR garment. Flame-resistant garments should be immediately removed and replaced with clean FR apparel if they become fouled with flammable material. If laundering cannot remove flammable contaminants, the contaminated garments should be removed from service.
5. Is 100% cotton fabric "flame-resistant"?
There is a common perception that untreated 100% cotton fabric is somehow "flame-resistant". This is simply NOT true. While heavyweight untreated 100% cotton fabrics may be more difficult to ignite, they can and will ignite and continue to burn if exposed to an ignition source.
Posted by Lori Riffe on Thu, Oct 07, 2010 @ 11:15 AM
There are many professionals out there that work in hazardous environments, sometimes even life threatening environments. Even though these people are trained on worst case scenarios and safety procedures, there is still the risk of WHAT IF...
Just recently, OSHA set a new policy in place requiring certain industries to wear flame resistant garments (FRC garments). Under paragraph 5a1, the General Duty clause of the federal OSHA Act, it is the employer's responsibility to identify risks and hazards in the workplace and seek out appropriate protective garments and equipment for the protection of workers.
In making this hazard assessment, the employer must consider the risks present and the most appropriate means of addressing those risks. Where ignition risks are present, flame-resistant protective garments can become a prudent part of an action plan to address these concerns.
You might ask the questions: How do I choose the correct Flame-Resistant Garments?
Any flame and thermal protective fabric must provide the wearer with the expected degree of protection for the useful life of the garment. Garments are specified based on the employer's evaluation of workplace hazards. Protective garments, which function as wearing apparel for normal work activities, must be comfortable and durable while achieving appearance that is acceptable to both the employer and the wearer. In addition to these general considerations, there may be other hazards present such as chemical or molten substance exposure. Finally, these multi-use garments must be able to withstand laundering to remove soils and flammable contaminants and be returned to service without excessive color loss, fuzzing/pilling (surface appearance change) or excessive shrinkage.
There have been numerous cases recently where OSHA has fined companies for not assessing their work environment and employees are not wearing FR garments. These fines aren't for small amounts either...
So the big questions is...Do you take the risk of getting sued or pay the extra money to protect your employees?
For more information on the OSHA policy:
http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=INTERPRETATIONS&p_id=27296
Posted by Lori Riffe on Mon, Oct 04, 2010 @ 03:30 PM
Many spouses or significant others love to hear the following phrase, "I don't have any laundry that needs to be done." This is a goal of a uniform rental company...to provide crisp, image-making uniforms to our customers.
We relieve the everyday stress of laundry, and we make sure your work uniforms are ready for the hard day ahead. Did you know that a family of four spends an average of 12 hours a week doing laundry? That's a lot of time especially if you work at least 8 hours a day plus all your children's activities. Your work uniforms should be the last thing on your mind! This doesn't even take in to account the money saved by not using your washer and dryer, detergent, and water.
If this hasn't convinced you already, here are some more reasons why you should use a uniform rental company:
- We provide proper uniform care to extend the life of your garments.
- We do regular fit sessions (for those of you that need bigger uniforms for the holidays...OR the ones that actually stick to your New Years resolution!)
- We use specific wash formulas for all the different types of jobs out there..whether its automotive or executive management.
So if I have piqued your interest even a little bit..check us out at www.sitex-corp.com!