History PERC Dry Clean
Traditional Wet Clean
The traditional Dry Clean process has served the industry well for many years but not without its share of challenges and difficulties. The industry realizes the challenges created with the PERC method of cleaning and are looking for solutions that address the following concerns: • Extensive use of toxic solvents • Unacceptable odor in fabric • Toxic environment for employees and patrons • Hazardous Material transportation requirements, expenses and business liabilities • Waste disposal • Extensive pre-spotting requirements
• Water based cleaning solutions
• Health associated risks for workers, customers and adjoining business habitants • Waste residues with toxic sludge, fitter unit and tint • Operational liabilities with toxic solvent leakage; leakage of ozone-damaging refrigeration gases • Production of cleaning equipment requires 2-3 times more steel • Maintenance requirements and cost product down time, revenue reduction • Minimal Fire/Smoke Restoration in-house cleaning capabilities.
• Odour-free fabric cleaning • Environmentally safe business practices • Brand your business as a Green organization • No oil stain removal • Increased risk of shrinkage • Substantial wrinkling • Gradual fading of colours • Hang dry requirements • Extensive, labour-intensive finishing time • 24 hour processing time
Health and Environmental Aspects
Wet Cleaning
Solvent Consumption
Extensive use of toxic solvents
None
Water Consumption
Similar consumption levels
Detergent Consumption
Similar consumption levels
Energy Consumption
42% Less
Waste Residues Toxic sludge and filter unit, lint
None; No toxic residue, bio-degradable detergents, release of used water into drain
Operational Risks
Leakage of toxic solvents: ozone-damaging refrigeration gases
None
Production/Disposal of Equip.
Approx.2-3 times more material used: hazardous disposal
No-hazardous disposal
Transportation
Solvents, waste disposal
N/A
Productivity Imagine a cleaning solution that: • Limits pre-spotting • Removes most stains • Forming similar to solvent based process • Machine dries all fibres • Limits finishing with four minutes for a structured garment Some people see business problems. We see opportunities. Bee Green approaches your business with an open mind and a clean sheet. We ask the right questions. We watch the information flow in and out of your organization. We listen to the business operators, the workers, and the marketing and sales managers. We listen for the sound of frustration, because that is usually where we find opportunities for improvement.
Bee Green Aaua GreenClean Benefits • All-in-one patented cleaning solution • No PERC liabilities • No dry clean solution odour in fabrics - improved customer satisfaction • Improved employee work environment related to health issues associated with PERC and Hydro Carbon • No EPA regulations that impact your profit & productivity • Speed and productivity of traditional PERC and hydro Carbon process • Dry to dry cleaning system • Minimizes final finishing concerns • Minimal training requirements • Ability to handle smaller loads sorted by fabric type • Market your business as an Eco-Friendly business With the peace of giving back to your environment, you can also be rest assured that Bee Green Aqua GreenClean systems will reduce your bottom line in these areas as well: • Chemical cost reduction by as much as 10% • GreenClean products footprint install where your old machine now stands • Patented fire restoration soaps and spotting agents help restore garments to their natural state • Provides significant space savings • Energy expenditures reduced by as much as 42% • No more toxic chemical disposal- eliminates this EPA concern • Capitol Cost reduced by 50% • Potential government incentives • Significantly reduced service & maintenance
Productivity Comparison
Dry Cleaning Machine 30lbs.
Aqua GreenClean System
Cleaning Cycle
1 cleaning cycle, 1 clean cycle = 18mins including drying- 1 hour (3 cycles hourly)
Capacity Per Cycle
301bs.
15 Ibs (45 Ibs hourly)
Operating Hours/Day
7 hours
7 hours
Production Potential/Day
301bs.x7hours=210tbs.
45 Ibs/hr @ 7hrs = 315 Ibs/daily
Revenue Potential
US$1,050
US$1,538.00
Eco Friendly The foundation of our environmental program has been a waste-free product life cycle
Sustainability is smart business. This is not science fiction. It is something we do every day, it is what happens when you have research scientists around the world spending every day finding new ways to work smarter and more effectively. Since 1950, our commitment to the environment has traditionally been an important part of Bee Green’s ethos, perhaps because our factories have always had nature on their doorstep. The foundation of our environmental program has been a waste-free product life cycle. This encompasses design and build, customer use, and end-of-life management. The governing principles are efficient use of energy and materials. Through our Green program, we are able to keep harmful agents from being release back into our precious environment. With our patented Concord Aqua GreenClean system, we bring that passion for the environment to you in the form of products and solutions that help you use less energy, promote use of green technologies, reduce impact of toxins and produce less waste. This commitment and investment has proudly earned our company the highest award for environmental practices; ISO 14001. “We replaced two of our conventional dry cleaning machines with a 100% Dedicated Concord Professional Wet Cleaning System. No chemicals, no solvent, just water with specially formulated detergent that are biodegradable. This process allowed us to save on electricity and consume less water.” Robert Talucci Club Value Cleaners, Mississauga, Ont. Canada According to the Environmental protection agency (EPA),Wet Cleaning is the safest professional method of dry cleaning. It does not use hazardous chemicals; it does not generate hazardous waste, nor air pollution, water or soil contamination. It uses the universal solvent-water-along with special computer controlled machines. The specialized deterrents and conditioner used in the Wet Clean process are milder than home laundry products. All the Products are disposed of down the drain and easily handled by the local water treatment facility.
Bee Green Aqua GreenClean System • Innovative: Dry-to-dry cleaning system • Easy cleaning and low finishing requirement • Economical: approx. 50% less capital expenditure, approx. 42% less energy and approx. 10% less operating overall costs than comparable dry cleaning operations • Safe for the environment: no toxic solvents, no air or water pollutiononly use of water; biodegradable detergents and alcohol • Safe for humans: no adverse heath affects on operators and customers • Safe for most garments and leathers: ability to clean almost any garment that is typically dry cleaned-wool, silk, rayon linen, cashmere, angora, leather • Garments restored to their natural beauty in touch and appearance • High-tech cleaning and finishing equipment • Brand your business as the Eco-friendly choice for the communities you serve
Superior Cleaning Superior Cleaning The shortest path to the right answer starts with the right question. We believe that no matter what size, every business is unique and every business drives toward improving results. What is right for one business might not be right for you. Trying to grow revenue? Focused on cutting costs? Interested in creating an Eco-friendly brand image? Want to create an increase in your customer satisfaction? Or; simply need a better way to get work done? Our approach provides Superior Cleaning Results • Superior fabric care • Smaller, faster loads for maximum productivity • Optimised mechanical cleaning action • Optimum spin extraction • Colour Restoration • Texture restoration • Excellent oil stain removal in the machine • Suitable for 100% of dry clean fabrics “Starting from a traditional dry cleaning operation and going to a traditional wet cleaning one, then finally switching to Concord’s Wet Cleaning System, I am able to truly see the benefits of the new system. I found Concord’s Wet Cleaning System to be on easy transition from traditional dry cleaning. The results are phenomena and it allows me to deliver a superior product in a timely manner to my customers. I believe I have an edge over my competition because it is a truly nontoxic product for my customers” Alex Tran Avalon Custom Garment Care, Toronto, Ontario
Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration Fire creates two types of smoke damage-the visible soot and the invisible odour. The Bee Green Fire Restoration system, Lana Care Sensitive FR, removes both. This product removes smoke odour in a simple fire restoration cycle almost entirely. It contains no masking agents and is biodegradable, eliminating the use of Ozone and an Ozone room. No other product in the market has this capability. Bee Green Fire Restoration System • Removes visible soot as well as invisible odour • UV light test reveals no residue in the majority of garments after cleaning • No detectable smock odour • Does not require “ozone treatments” or an “ozone room” • Contains no masking agent • Restores appearance • Biodegradable
Trust Have Faith in Bee Green Cleaning Systems At Bee Green, we believe that this break through, AQUA GREENCLEAN system, is 3 moneymaking opportunity for those who understand the power of 21st Century garment care solutions. When you collaborate with us, you get more than the right technology. You get workflow solutions tailored to your business that connect you to your customers, reduce costs and enable new applications. In addition, you get the business development help you need-access to our vast experience and expertise helping thousands of customers build successful garment cleaning businesses around the world. Our portfolio is one of the broadest and deepest in the garment care arena. Our strategic alliances and business partners complement our expertise and our technology, adding even more value to the solutions and services we offer.
After Sales Support National toll-free support • Product • Parts & Service • Fabric care • Installation • Use and care • Dedicated technical support We are ready to listen and to Partnership begins with listening - really listening - to your needs, your challenges, and your aspirations. At Bee Green, we’re ready with open minds, proven experience, a world- class portfolio of technology and services, and the right questions. To learn more, share an insight or ask a question of your own, or for more information, visit us at www.beegreen.ie or call 800 898 1879, Option 3 (Commercial Safes). “Ever since we’ve been using your products, wet cleaning has become simplified, from spotting to cleaning our quality has reached a whole new level, and to be able to clean, dry, press all in the same day , we can also do same day service which is almost unheard of in wet cleaning. Your products save time, money, and space. no more clean and hang. Your products are the future of the wet cleaning industry.” David O’Connor Plant Manager, Greener Cleaners, Chicago, Illinois. “We have always found Bee Green products, both fire and commercial, dependable and easy to use. In addition, we instantly see how great our clients garments look and feel… Bee Green has become our friend, one that we can depend upon to help us meet our clients’ needs and enhance our business.” Joseph M. Greenfeld President, Art’s Drive in Cleaners, Middletown, New York.
Introducing Innovation Aqua GreenClean™ • Water based cleaning solutions • Odour-free fabric cleaning • Environmentally safe business practices • Brand your business as a Green organization • Patented (AII-ln-One) cleaning formula - 4th generation • Superior oil stain removal at room temperature • Minimal risk of shrinkage similar to solvent-based dry clean process • Minimal wrinkling • Fire restoration cleaning capabilities - increased revenue • Restores and preserves original colours • Dry to dry cleaning system • Finishing time comparable to PERC and Hydro Carbon dry clean process • Total garment processing time aligns with PERC and Hydro Carbon dry clean process • Increased customer retention and overall satisfaction
Aqua GreenClean vs. Traditional Wet Cleaning
Traditional Wet Clean
Aqua GreenClean
Oil Stain Removal
No oil stain removal
Oil removal at room temperature
Shrinkage Increased risk of shrinkage Wrinkling
Substantial
Minimal risk of shrinkage similar to dry cleaning Minimal
Restoration Gradual fading
Restores and preserves original colours
Drying Time
Hanged to dry
Dry-to-dry
Finishing Time
Extensive, labour-intensive Comparable to dry cleaning
Processing Time
24 hours
Comparable to dry cleaning
Most people want to make a contribution to spare our environment, but many of us don’t know how. We need to be much kinder to our environment and adopt smarter methods. Having water energy and detergent consumption in mind when choosing a new cleaning system is a good way to start. That’s why we are proud to say that commitment to the environment has traditionally been an important part of Bee Green’s ethos, perhaps because the factories have always had nature on their doorstep. We are pleased to announce our strategic alliance with Concord. The 20-plus years of experience in professional textile care towards the design and manufacturing of professional cleaning and finishing equipment makes them an excellent choice for an environmentally friendly alternative. The textile care products and accessories developed at Concord have served thousands of textile care operations worldwide. Concord’s Aqua GreenClean system was invented to meet the increasing demands of our or eco-friendly consumers.
Recommended System Components
Concord Solution Highlights
• Bee Green Commercial Washer • Bee Green Commercial Dryers (2) • Pedestal • Solution stand • Concord finishing equipment - Tapper - Form finisher - Blouse machine - Ironing board - Spotting board
- Ultra concentrated
GreenClean System Highlights
- Excellent oil stain removal
• All In One - Excellent oil stain removal - Powerful cleaning and stain removal - Hypo-allergenic - Excellent oil stain removal - Excellent anti wrinkle, static, shrinkage and discolouration capability
• Lana Care Sensitive - Retexturing and pH buffering
• Up to 2000 R.P.M. spin extraction • No lint • Safe removal of perspiration • Silk ties with no colour toss • Easy access recirculation pump cleaning • No double-crease on pants • Space saver • Shorter cycles • One stop shopping • Utilized for traditional laundry as well
- Excellent anti shrinkage and discolouration capability - Powerful cleaning and stain removal - Excellent anti wrinkle and anti-static capability
• Lana Care Conditioner - REDUCES finishing time by over 50% - Restores body and handle of textures - Excellent fiber protection during dry cycle - Powerful anti wrinkle capability - Excellent anti static capacity
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