West Dayton to benefit from new jobs, $20M investment

A local company plans to invest about $20 million in West Dayton to build a new state-of-the-art laundry facility that is expected to create about 70 new jobs.

Economy Linen and Towel Service says it will construct a 78,000-square-foot facility on vacant land at 2100 McCall St. that will “streamline” its operations and expand its ability to provide health care laundry and linen services.

The project was codenamed “Project Nemo” as development officials worked to obtain funding support and incentives and get a deal done.

The fourth-generation, family-owned company launched in Dayton in 1931. Today, it employs about 270 workers and has locations in Cincinnati, Columbus, Zanesville and Indianapolis.

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Economy Linen says it is a leading linen rental and service provider that serves hospitals, medical facilities, restaurants and hospitality businesses.

“As we enter our 90th year in business, Economy Linen continues to make thoughtful investments to better serve our customers and community,” said Bruce Feldman, the company’s president. “We are ready to grow, create new jobs and help Dayton recover and thrive in the post-pandemic world.”