Sohn Linen Service

What Sohn Linen Service does

Sohn Linen Service is a fourth-generation, family-owned industrial linen rental and laundering company headquartered in Lansing, Michigan, founded in 1933 by brothers Joe P. and Al J. Sohn as Sohn Bros. Laundry. The company provides recurring rental, laundering, and delivery programs for table linens, napkins, chef wear, kitchen and bar towels, floor mats, mops, and restroom supplies to restaurants, bars, banquet halls, country clubs, and other food and beverage operators across most of Michigan. A parallel healthcare linen program serves surgical centers, rehab facilities, doctor's and dental offices, nursing homes, and veterinary practices with hygienically clean scrubs, lab coats, patient and barrier gowns, medical towels, sheets, blankets, and microfiber mops. A smaller wedding and special event rental business and a 2020-launched PPE and cleaning supplies line round out the product set.

Operations run from two Lansing facilities totaling roughly 100,000+ square feet: the original Grand River plant handling soil sort processing and washing, and a 72,000-square-foot Wood Street facility (built in 2000) housing administrative offices, sales and service teams, garment sorting, product staging, and clean linen storage. Core processing technology includes Milnor CBW Continuous Batch Washers with Pulse flow technology (capable of laundering 1,400 lbs in under 30 minutes), automated garment sortation, smart dryers, ironers, and folders, supported by an individually tagged and micro-chipped garment tracking system. Sohn holds TRSA Hygienically Clean Healthcare certification, which requires ongoing third-party microbiological testing against seven pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Staphylococcus aureus.

Revenue is generated primarily through subscription-based rental programs billed monthly based on actual usage, with delivery and pickup managed by an owned fleet across 12+ Michigan service areas including Detroit, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Flint, Ann Arbor, Bay City, Saginaw, Muskegon, Jackson, Mt. Pleasant, and Ludington. Pricing is quote-based and customized per account, with usage monitoring by dedicated sales representatives who adjust delivery cadence. The go-to-market is sales-led B2B with inside-sales quote capture via the website and phone, supplemented by active participation in Michigan industry associations (MRLA, MASA, MGCOA) and community sponsorships.

Name

Sohn Linen Service

Legal name

Sohn Linen Service, Inc.

Website

https://sohnlinen.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1933

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Sohn Linen Service is a fourth-generation, family-owned industrial linen rental and laundering company founded in 1933 and based in Lansing, Michigan. It provides recurring rental, laundering, and delivery programs for table linens, uniforms, and medical textiles to restaurants and healthcare facilities across Michigan.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Linen Rental and Laundering Services

NAICS

Linen Supply (812331), Industrial Launderers (812332), Linen and Uniform Supply (81233)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHSAJAMAE

Uniform & Linen Cleaning, Sanitization & Processing (Service-Included)

Home & Personal Services/Laundry, Dry Cleaning & Garment Care/Uniform, Linen & Towel Rental / Service (Residential & Small Business)

SECONDARYHSAJAMAG

Kitchen & Dining Linen Service (Tablecloths, Napkins, Aprons)

Home & Personal Services/Laundry, Dry Cleaning & Garment Care/Uniform, Linen & Towel Rental / Service (Residential & Small Business)

SECONDARYHSAJAEAA

Healthcare & Hospital Linen Laundry

Home & Personal Services/Laundry, Dry Cleaning & Garment Care/Laundry Services (Commercial/Institutional)

SECONDARYHSAJAMAF

Uniform Programs for Small Businesses (Branded/Apparel Management)

Home & Personal Services/Laundry, Dry Cleaning & Garment Care/Uniform, Linen & Towel Rental / Service (Residential & Small Business)

SECONDARYHSAJAMAL

Facility Mat & Mop Rental/Service (Complementary Textile Programs)

Home & Personal Services/Laundry, Dry Cleaning & Garment Care/Uniform, Linen & Towel Rental / Service (Residential & Small Business)

SECONDARYHSAJAMAN

Seasonal/Occasional Linen Rental (Events, Parties, Holidays)

Home & Personal Services/Laundry, Dry Cleaning & Garment Care/Uniform, Linen & Towel Rental / Service (Residential & Small Business)

Keywords

• Commercial linen rental
• Restaurant linen service
• Medical linen service
• Uniform rental programs
• Industrial laundry services

Headquarters

HQ city

Lansing

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Linen and Uniform Rental Services: Recurring rental and laundering services for table linens, napkins, chef wear, medical linens, scrubs, lab coats, patient gowns, towels, floor mats, and mops. Revenue is generated through regular delivery schedules with customers billed based on usage/consumption of processed items.
2. Wedding and Special Event Linen Rentals: One-time or short-term rental of tablecloths, napkins, and other linens for special events including weddings, baby showers, graduations, and retirements. Weekend rental model with pickup Thursday/Friday and return Monday. Deposits required.
3. PPE and Cleaning Supplies: Sale of personal protective equipment and cleaning supplies including face masks, disposable gloves, sanitizers, soaps, dispensers, paper products, and microfiber towels.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Sohn Linen Service rents, launders, and delivers commercial linens, uniforms, and related supplies to restaurants and healthcare facilities across Michigan. Their offerings include tablecloths, napkins, chef wear, kitchen towels, bar towels, floor mats, mops, and restroom supplies for restaurants, plus scrubs, lab coats, patient gowns, barrier gowns, medical towels, healthcare floor mats, and microfiber mops for medical facilities. All items are provided on a subscription rental basis with regular pickup, professional laundering, and scheduled delivery; they also rent linens for weddings and special events on a one-time basis.

Product overview

Sohn Linen Service is a family-owned linen rental service company operating since 1933, offering two primary service categories: Restaurant Linen Services and Healthcare Linens. The restaurant division provides tablecloths, napkins, chef wear, kitchen uniforms, kitchen and bar towels, floor mats, mops, and restroom supplies. The healthcare division offers a comprehensive medical linen program including scrubs, lab coats, patient gowns, barrier gowns, medical towels, floor mats, and microfiber mops. Both divisions also offer Direct Linen Rentals for weddings and special events. The company operates as a single unified service with products rented on a subscription basis with regular delivery schedules, with all items laundered and maintained by the company.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tablecloths and Napkins Rental Restaurant table linens available in various colors and sizes, offered as part of the recurring tablecloth rental program with laundering, maintenance, and scheduled delivery included for Michigan restaurants and food and beverage operators.
• Chef Wear and Kitchen Uniforms Rental Chef coats, pants, and aprons designed for comfort and safety in fast-paced kitchen environments, including customizable options with logos, rented and laundered on a subscription basis for restaurant back-of-house staff.
• Kitchen and Bar Towel Service Recurring cloth towel rental for restaurant kitchens and bars including dish towels, bar towels, microfiber towels, rental rags, and glass towels, delivered on a regular route.
• Direct Linen Rentals (Wedding and Special Event) One-time or weekend rental of tablecloths, napkins, and table skirting in various colors for weddings, baby showers, graduations, retirements, and other special events, with Thursday/Friday pickup and Monday return and deposit required.
• Restaurant Floor Mats Rental Recurring rental of standard floor mats, logo mats, and anti-fatigue mats in various sizes and colors for restaurants and commercial kitchens.
• Restaurant Mop Rental Service Recurring rental of dust mops, wet mops, mop handles, and frames with weekly or bi-weekly exchange service for restaurant kitchens.
• Restroom Supplies Janitorial and restroom supplies including toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, air fresheners, dispensers, and other hygiene solutions for restaurant and commercial facilities.
• Medical Linen Program Comprehensive healthcare linen rental program including sheets, blankets, pillow slips, scrubs, lab coats, patient gowns, towels, floor mats, and mops for medical offices, surgical centers, rehab facilities, doctor's offices, dental practices, nursing homes, and veterinary offices.
• Lab Coat Rentals Recurring rental of hygienically clean lab coats in men's and women's styles and various sizes for healthcare professionals.
• Patient and Barrier Gown Rentals Rental of soft, breathable patient gowns and reusable barrier gowns providing cross-contamination protection for healthcare professionals, laundered to hygienic clean standards.
• Medical Scrubs Rental Recurring rental program providing hygienically clean scrubs in various colors and sizes for healthcare staff including veterinary offices, nursing homes, and surgical centers.
• Healthcare Floor Mats Rental Rental of standard mats, anti-fatigue mats, scraper mats, welcome mats, logo mats, and kitchen mats in various sizes for healthcare facilities.
• Healthcare Microfiber Mop Rental Recurring rental of regularly cleaned, disinfected, and laundered microfiber mops for healthcare facilities, delivered on a regular schedule.
• Medical Towel Service Rental of cotton towels, microfiber towels, and surgical huck towels designed for high absorbency and healthcare hygiene standards.
• PPE and Cleaning Supplies Direct sale of personal protective equipment and cleaning supplies including face masks, disposable gloves, sanitizers, soaps, dispensers, hand paper, toilet paper, microfiber towels, and wet mops.

Quantifiable outcome

• Linens guaranteed free from Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Candida albicans, Bile Tolerant Gram Negative Bacteria, and Clostridium sporogenes through Hygienically Clean certification
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TRSA (Textile Rental Services Association)coreOthersMembership and certification partnership. Sohn Linen holds Hygienically Clean certification through TRSA, the leading trade association for the textile services industry. The certification requires ongoing third-party testing to ensure compliance with industry cleanliness standards.
• Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA)coreOthersIndustry association membership supporting the restaurant and hospitality sector in Michigan. Sohn Linen participates in MRLA events including the annual Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Show.
• Michigan Ambulatory Surgery Association (MASA)coreOthersIndustry association for ambulatory surgery centers in Michigan. Sohn Linen participates in MASA Education Day events and serves healthcare facilities in this sector.
• Lansing Regional Chamber of CommerceminorOthersLocal chamber of commerce membership supporting the Lansing business community.
• Michigan Chamber of CommerceminorOthersStatewide chamber of commerce membership representing Michigan businesses.
• Michigan Golf Course Owners Association (MGCOA)minorOthersIndustry association for golf courses in Michigan. Sohn Linen has received awards from MGCOA and participates in their golf outing events.
• Michigan Cleaners AssociationminorOthersIndustry association for cleaning and laundry services in Michigan.
• CSC NetworkminorOthersBusiness network or association membership.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Vestis: National uniform and linen rental provider spun off from Aramark in 2023, serving restaurants, healthcare, and industrial customers via direct delivery routes. Closely comparable business model and customer verticals to Sohn, with national route density.
• Alsco: Family-owned uniform and linen rental company operating across North America with route-based delivery to restaurants, healthcare, and industrial customers. Closely comparable recurring-rental model and customer verticals to Sohn, with broader geographic reach.
• UniFirst: Publicly traded North American uniform and linen service company with a route-based direct delivery model serving restaurants, healthcare, and industrial customers. Operates the same core rental-plus-laundering model as Sohn at national scale.
• Cintas: Largest North American uniform rental and linen service provider, offering restaurant and healthcare linen programs via a national direct-sales and route-based delivery model. Directly comparable to Sohn in product mix, GTM motion, and recurring rental economics, but with vastly greater geographic reach and scale.
• Prudential Overall Supply: Family-owned uniform rental and linen service company serving restaurants, healthcare, and industrial customers across multiple U.S. regions. Highly comparable operating model and customer verticals to Sohn, with broader geographic footprint.
• Angelica: Healthcare linen and laundry services provider serving hospitals and medical facilities across multiple U.S. regions. Directly comparable to Sohn's healthcare linen program in customer base, infection-control standards, and route-based delivery.
• ImageFIRST: Healthcare-focused linen rental provider offering scrubs, patient gowns, lab coats, and bed linens to medical facilities. Directly comparable to Sohn's healthcare linen program in customer base, product mix, and infection-control positioning, though at multi-regional scale.
• Mission Linen Supply: Regional industrial linen and uniform rental company serving restaurants, healthcare, and hospitality customers across the western U.S. Comparable family-influenced operating model and recurring-rental GTM motion to Sohn, though operating in a different region.

Broad incumbents

• Medline: Largest privately held medical supplies manufacturer and distributor in the U.S., with healthcare textile and linen offerings as part of a much broader portfolio. Comparable in healthcare customer base and scale, but linen is not its primary focus.
• Aramark: Global food services, uniform, and linen provider serving healthcare, hospitality, and education customers. Overlaps with Sohn's restaurant and healthcare verticals but operates as a broad incumbent across many service categories rather than a linen specialist.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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