FREE webinar with technology highlights – Nor Tekstil, Oslo, Norway (Virtual tour)
In this free one-hour webinar hosted by TRSA supply member, JENSEN, we consider the challenges in automating laundry operations especially when it comes to identifying specific textile pieces, sorting, bundle breaking and so on. We will see how a Norwegian laundry is raising the bar for the rest of the industry through a virtual tour of the technology. Serving the hotel industry at scale, Nor Tekstil’s Berger plant, near Oslo, combines automation, environmental stewardship, and a people-centered design to achieve more efficiencies than ever before.
Join us and add this event to your calendar by clicking on the ‘register’ button.
The 7,000-square-meter (75,000 square feet) laundry facility processes 50 tons (110,00 pounds) in an 8-hour shift. Guided by equipment/technology providers JENSEN Group and Inwatec, you’ll view its highlights including:
Robotic soil sorting eliminates manual sorting, reduces labour costs, and mitigates injuries from repetitive lifting. X-ray and AI-powered scanners, along with 3D-camera robotics, handle up to 99% of incoming laundry, delivering consistent quality and throughput.
Buffer and call‑off for stacked linen saves manual handling time and reduces space and labor costs by optimized automation of the ‘last mile’ between folding and packaging . Buffering capacity adapts to production peaks and troughs, enabling continuous plant operation without constant manual intervention. Monitoring and calibration maintain ergonomic and steady manual handling at pack-out.
Bundle breaking for wrapped item separation reduces labor and processing delays by delivering individual items directly to packing, ensuring smoother packing flow. Bundled/wrapped linens are automatically separated upon arrival, eliminating manual unwrapping work and boosting end-of-line efficiency.
Commissioned around 2018, the plant consolidated hotel production in the company’s Oslo service area thanks to high throughput workflows. Designed with sustainability in mind, the facility has one of the lowest environmental footprints per kilo of laundry globally, with water and energy recycling and retained process chemistry in recycled water.
Speakers
Simon Omme, speaking on the range and application of automation solutions offered by Inwatec
Simon Omme joined Inwatec in June 2023 and is responsible for the North American, UK, and Polish market for Inwatec sales. He holds a Master’s degree in International Business and Management from the University of Southern Denmark, and he worked as a consultant in the Agricultural Sector before joining Inwatec.
Lars Borg, speaking on the laundry history and laundry design of Nor Tekstil
Lars Borg, General Manager at JENSEN Norway. Lars has been working for and with JENSEN since 1994, first as a distributor until 2016 and since then as sales manager and project designer for the northern European countries. Lars lives in Oslo with his family and enjoys sports, such as skiing in winter and running or cycling in summer.
Justin Bennett, your tour guide during the virtual tour
Justin Bennett is the Automation Product Specialist at JENSEN USA, leading the advancement of automation in the North American market by helping customers understand their full range of automation options. He earned his degree in Electrical Engineering from Michigan State University and has a long career in engineering sales. He is passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies—including robotics, artificial intelligence, and 3D imaging—to enhance operational efficiency and profitability for commercial laundries.
Patrick Gittard, the host of the webinar and introducing the sponsors
Patrick Gittard oversees marketing for JENSEN USA. With 7 years of industry experience, he started his laundry career in 2018 in JENSEN’s Chinese factory and returned to his home country, the USA, since 2023. He has a master’s degree in Linguistics from the University of Chicago.
Sponsorship Options
Virtual Code of Conduct
TRSA is committed to providing a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all meeting participants and TRSA staff. Please review and abide by this Virtual Meetings Code of Conduct.
Cancellation Policy
This TRSA webinar is not eligible for refunds. Please contact TRSA for assistance.
