Southwest Drycleaners Association

10/14/2026

🔥 The Power of Community in Action!
When Ian Acousta Tip Top Cleaners & Tuxedos in New Braunfels, TX, experienced a fire at his plant, the support of fellow DLI/SDA members helped him keep his business running while repairs are underway.

Hear how Ian went from questioning the value of DLI/SDA membership to becoming an active advocate for the drycleaning community.

His story is proof that we’re stronger together! 💙

09/30/2026

From our Allied Vendor Kleerwite Chemical.

Drycleaning & Laundry Institute (DLI) NCA-National Cleaners Association Southwest Drycleaners Association South Eastern Fabricare Association

09/23/2026

💥 Join us in Salt Lake City October 23-24 for Plant Tours & Panel Discussion!
🎤 PANEL DISCUSSION: Less Labor – More Profit
Hear from:
🔹 Mike Marshall of Legacy Cleaners & Laundry in OKC
🔹 Jose Abuawad of Lavaseco Universal — the largest dry cleaning conglomerate in San Antonio

They’ll share practical strategies for improving efficiency, reducing labor and increasing profits through equipment and automation.

Here’s what’s waiting for you in Salt Lake City:
✅ Exclusive tours of Red Hanger Cleaners and Faye’s Laundry & Dry Cleaning
✅ See the latest automation and production innovations in action
✅ Happy Hour & optional group dinner with industry friends
✅ Fresh ideas and practical takeaways you can put to work in your business right away

FREE for SDA Drycleaner Members & Allied Trade Members!

09/23/2026

Register now for the October 2026 In-Person Intro and Advanced Drycleaning Courses at DLI's School in Laurel, MD. Classes start October 5. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19huNYgB6d/

08/28/2026

🚨 2 Boiler Maintenance Tasks that Make the BIGGEST Difference - by Allan Cripe of Valet Cleaners, in Temple, TX 🔧🔥

Repair guys are hard to come by. Regular boiler maintenance can help prevent many of the problems that lead to costly breakdowns.

If you’re looking for more practical education like this, DLI/SDA members get valuable webinars and resources designed specifically for drycleaners. Join today! (www.dlionline.org)

08/25/2026

Why drycleaners should pay attention to opportunities brought on by the Resale Market.

Online resale platform ThredUp has published their 14th annual Resale Report. Find out what consumer and retailer trends are driving secondhand market growth.

08/24/2026

DLI's response to this misleading article SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT to better represent our industry. Read the full response here: tinyurl.com/NYP-Dryclean
DLI is monitoring this situation. We'll keep you informed as it develops.