A significant portion of the planet is in the grip of a manufacturing revolution, a hungry giant of a boom with a ravenous appetite for industrial commodities. This trend has fueled a result that’s instantly recognizable to anyone familiar with basic economics. As demand has surged, supply has dwindled, pushing prices ever higher. Petroleum costs are at an all-time high, as are many of the metals used in manufacturing, including copper and—especially—stainless steel. This is having an impact on the commercial laundry business as greater material costs lead to higher prices for washroom equipment. 
 
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