WELL ORGANISED: Pictured above are members of the Clean Show Partner Associations and the Messe Frankfurt team. From l-r, Luci Ward, executive director TCATA; Mack Magnus of M & B Hanger and TCATA president; Sarah Brobeck, president and CEO of ALM; Mary Scalco executive director DLI; Brian Wallace president and CEO of CLA; Toran Brown ,Board president of DLI; Elgar Straub, managing director VDMA,; Randy Bartsch Board chair TRSA; Joe Ricci, president and CEO TRSA; Julie Nickel show manager, and; Kristi Meade, vice president of Messe Frankfurt

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For the Textile Care Allied Trades Association (TCATA), The Clean Show 2025 was a tremendous success, bringing together as it did thousands of professionals from across the textile care and laundry industries. With more 380 exhibitors from 18 countries and strong attendance, the show floor was buzzing with energy, innovation, and opportunities to reconnect, said TCATA in its recap of the event.

The event was organised by Messe Frankfurt in Orlando, Florida, as part of its Texcare global brand in collaboration with TCATA, the North America linen rental trade association (TRSA) and three other industry-leading associations – the Association of Linen Management (ALM); Coin Laundry Association (CLA), and; the Dry Cleaning and Laundry Institute (DLI). 

TCATA reported: “Over 11,000 attendees explored cutting-edge technologies, live demonstrations, and the launch of the brand-new Innovation Awards programme recognising the industry’s most forward-thinking products. The educational sessions were standing room only, covering everything from digital transformation and sustainability to workforce challenges and consumer trends.

“One of the most talked-about events was the TCATA-DLI Member Reception on the Saturday evening at the Rosen Centre Hotel. More than 500 members, sponsors, and guests gathered to network, celebrate, and enjoy spending time together outside of the busy show floor.

“The reception provided a warm and welcoming atmosphere where industry leaders shared insights, reconnected with longtime colleagues, and met new members. Thanks to the support of more than 35 generous sponsors, the event was a highlight of the show.

“During the show, TCATA president Mack Magnus of M&B Hangers and executive director Luci Ward proudly honoured Fulton Boiler Company and G A Braun with 75-year membership anniversary awards, celebrating their remarkable legacy and long-standing commitment to the Association.

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LONG-TERM COMMITMENT: Representing Fulton Boiler and accepting their award for 75 years of TCATA membership (l–r) were Bram Palm, owner; Mike McLean, national sales manager, and; Fred Riano, retired national sales manager. Photo credit: TCATA
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ANIVERSARY AWARD: Accepting the 75-year membership anniversary award on behalf of G A Braun was Traci Anelli, the company’s director of marketing. Photo credit: TCATA

“The Clean Show once again proved to be more than a trade show. It was a gathering of our industry’s best minds, strongest innovators, and most dedicated partners. TCATA is proud to have played a role in making Clean 2025 a success,” concluded TCATA.

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