Colmac Industries recently updated their Colmac Hangering System (CHS2). This updated system is a labor saving and production enhancer. The CHS2 reduces the labor costs associated with loading a tunnel finisher. The hanger loading rod accommodates over six feet of hangers. Hangers are automatically positioned directly in front of the operator. All that is required from the operator is to dress the hanger and wave their hand in front of the activation switch. The operator never handles the hanger or worries about the spacing of the garments on the conveyor.

Typical production increases are between 30 to 40 percent! The ergonomic design and small footprint saves valuable production space and operator fatigue. Operators love the increase in numbers with decrease in effort. Increased productivity and ergonomic advantages comes standard with the economically priced CHS2.

Colmac Industries, Inc. introduces several new features and upgrades to their popular AccuCounter® soiled linen counting system. Their patented Variable-On-Demand Vacuum System saves energy and maintenance costs, and provides longer motor life. The vacuum motor operates with controlled acceleration and deceleration and runs only when the operator is counting, not while sitting idle. The mechanical blast gate damper for controlling the vacuum is eliminated and there is no “dead head” effect by the vacuum motor. The system, therefore, uses less energy and moving parts, reduces maintenance, and decreases noise. With Colmac’s bulk classifier system, the fan motor also runs at various speeds depending on the need for vacuum demand from the workstations, which also saves energy.

Colmac has redesigned the AccuCounter® software with an updated operator interface screen. The user screen displays diagnostic information, photos of inventory items, and symbols to help the operator more efficiently control and monitor the system. Additional operator productivity averages are displayed, as well as a list of complaint reasons to choose from for alerting management of excess debris or hazardous items contained within a soiled linen bag. The operator is asked for the reason he is logging off the system, which is reported on the Operator Productivity Report.

The new AccuCounter® system uses Dell™ computers and other high quality, industry standard components offering greater reliability. A 15-inch industrial grade LCD touch screen monitor is also standard.

The AccuCounter’s® proprietary PLC logic has been redesigned to accurately count only one piece while the sensor is blocked. This becomes critical with wet bar mops and large tablecloths when vacuum decreases due to excess paper trash clogging the system.

Rounding out the system are galvanized metal vacuum transport tubes with quick-release clamps. Compared to traditional PVC pipe, these tubes offer a smoother inner surface, are not prone to air leaks, are easier to install, and allow for convenient access to jams.

Colmac is pleased to announce the promotion of W.C. ‘Cam’ Buffington as President and Chief Operating Officer of Colmac Industries, Inc. He replaces Scott McMillan, who will remain as CEO and Chairman, a position he has held since the retirement of his father, Roger McMillan in 2005. Buffington will be the first president of Colmac Industries other than a McMillan since Jerry McMillan founded the company in 1959.

Buffington worked for Colmac Coil Manufacturing for over 15 years and held the position of Vice President since 1996.

Buffington received a B.A. in Business Administration from Eastern Washington University. He is Past President/Chairman of the Board of Directors for EWU Alumni Association, and Past President of the Board of Advisors for EWU College of Business.

Colmac Industries has announced a new sales rep for the continental Europe. Gerard Sayag was formerly with the Steiner Corporation and has over 30 years experience selling laundry and industrial equipment. He will represent Colmac parts and equipment sales in the continental Europe. He can be reached at:

E-mail: gerard.sayag@orange.fr