Alsco Uniforms acquires California’s Advanced Linen Service

Alsco Uniforms, a Salt Lake City-based family-owned uniform and linen laundry services company touted as the nation’s largest, has acquired Advanced Linen, a uniform and linen provider serving California’s Bay Area, Central Valley and Monterey Bay. 

“This acquisition aligns with a long-standing approach to growth for Alsco Uniforms — partnering with respected local companies and continuing the customer relationships they have carefully built over decades,” Alsco said in a release announcing the buyout. “Those relationships are the foundation of the business and will remain a top priority throughout the transition and beyond.”

Gordon Hickman, president and co-owner of Advanced Linen, said in a statement that he and his partners carefully chose Alsco Uniforms as the company they trust to take care of their customers moving forward. “This decision reflects a shared commitment to service, integrity and customer support,” he said.

In a joint statement, the companies said that throughout the acquisition process, Advanced Linen’s customers can expect a seamless transition with no disruptions to linen services.

“Our focus is simple,” said Bob Steiner, CEO of Alsco Uniforms. “We are committed to continuing the great customer partnerships Advanced Linen has built and ensuring every customer feels confident about who is serving them today and into the future. Since 1889, we have delivered hygienically clean linens and uniforms to businesses in communities around the world, along with our many other services.”

Alsco Uniforms is a fifth-generation company founded in 1889. Alsco provides laundry services and other products to all market segments, including health care, automotive, industrial and hospitality. With more than 200 locations and 16,000 employees, Alsco serves 350,000 customers in 13 countries.