Established in 2018, Oxwash has rapidly emerged as the leading sustainable laundry service provider primarily serving 4 and 5-star hotels. Their comprehensive approach to sustainability transforms every aspect of the traditional laundry process, creating a service that dramatically reduces environmental impact while maintaining premium quality.
Sustainable Transportation
Oxwash operates a low-emissions fleet consisting exclusively of 100% electric vehicles or vans running on recycled cooking oil, eliminating the carbon footprint typically associated with laundry collection and delivery.
Revolutionary Water Management
At the heart of Oxwash’s innovation is their proprietary hydro system—essentially a mini sewage treatment plant incorporating advanced processes like reverse osmosis. This system:
- Reclaims an impressive 90% of water used in operations
- Supplements water needs with harvested rainwater
- Produces completely clean water for every wash
This water efficiency stands in stark contrast to industry standards, which collectively use the equivalent of Lake Windermere’s entire volume every 2.5 months.
Microplastic Elimination
Oxwash has pioneered a unique three-level filtration system that achieves 100% microplastic removal—an industry first. This technology prevents the tiny polyester fragments typically shed during washing from entering waterways and contributing to water pollution.
Energy-Efficient Operations
Unlike conventional laundry facilities that rely on fossil fuel boilers, Oxwash utilizes:
- Heat pumps throughout their facilities
- An innovative heat recovery system that captures energy from initial washing and redirects it to tumble dryers and irons
- 100% renewable energy for all power needs
- Patented ultrasonic wave technology that vibrates water from fabrics rather than using high-heat conventional ironing
Extending Linen Lifespan
Oxwash takes ownership of the linen they service, creating a vested interest in maximizing product longevity. Their approach includes:
- Lower-temperature washing processes
- Elimination of harsh chemicals
- Careful handling procedures
These practices extend linen life by up to 5 times the industry standard, reducing replacement costs and resource consumption.
Smart Inventory Management
To minimize waste, Oxwash stocks a single high-quality specification provided to all clients. Their advanced technology includes:
- Microchipped tracking for every linen item
- Proprietary technology providing clients with real-time visibility of their inventory
- Enhanced stock control capabilities through their in-house tech team
End-of-Life Management
When linens eventually wear out, Oxwash implements a tiered approach:
- Advanced stain removal attempts
- Third-party restoration partnerships
- Recycling programs that redirect materials to homeless services or specialty manufacturers who create new products like pajamas
Cost Effectiveness
Despite their premium sustainability features, Oxwash’s model proves more cost-effective in the long run due to reduced replacement costs, improved inventory management, and operational efficiencies.
We are proud to feature Oxwash in our Green Directory of sustainable businesses. See their profile here: https://www.greengage.solutions/green-directory/oxwash-ltd/
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