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Alliance Laundry Systems Expands Through Metropolitan Acquisition

In a strategic move to enhance its market presence, Alliance Laundry Systems, the global leader in commercial laundry solutions, has finalized the acquisition of Metropolitan Laundry Machinery Sales. This takeover, announced on August 1, 2025, integrates Metropolitan's distribution assets and reinforces Alliance's commitment to delivering exceptional laundry services in the Northeast United States.

A Legacy of Excellence

Metropolitan Laundry Machinery Sales, based in South Richmond Hill, NY, has been a cornerstone in the laundry industry for over five decades. Founded in 1968 by Howard Katzman, the company quickly established itself as a premier distributor of laundry equipment catering to laundromats, on-premises laundries, and multi-housing customers in the greater New York area. The family-owned company has thrived under the leadership of Howard's son, Marc Katzman, who emphasized the importance of quality customer service and company integrity.

Marc shared, “Excellence, pride, integrity, exceptional customer service – these are the hallmarks that our family business is founded on. I am proud that Alliance shares our principles and will further build on the legacy my father, myself, and the entire Metropolitan team have created throughout the years.” Under Alliance's ownership, the Metropolitan location will retain its operations, undergoing a rebranding to Alliance Laundry Systems Distribution-New York Metro Office.

Commitment to Customers

The acquisition comes as Alliance Laundry Systems aims to expand its operational reach and solidify customer relationships across the commercial laundry industry. Mike Hand, Vice President of North America Commercial Central and East at Alliance Laundry Systems, remarked on the significant reputation that Metropolitan has maintained and the honor it presents for Alliance to now serve those customers. He stated, “As a family-owned business from its start in 1968, Metropolitan has not wavered in its commitment to always doing the right thing for the customer.”

In the coming months, Alliance intends to leverage Metropolitan's established customer base and operational expertise to enhance its service offerings and product distribution. With a broad network of distributors supported by a workforce exceeding 3,500 people, Alliance is poised for growth.

A Vision for the Future

As the largest provider of laundry solutions globally, Alliance Laundry Systems stands at the forefront of innovation in the laundry equipment sector, offering premium brands such as Speed Queen, UniMac, and Huebsch. The company is determined to maintain its leading position by continually adapting to market demands and investing in research and development. With the integration of Metropolitan’s robust distribution network, Alliance aims to deliver higher performance and operational efficiency for its customers.

This acquisition underscores Alliance Laundry Systems' stated mission to enhance the lives of customers by providing reliable, high-quality laundry solutions while fostering a corporate culture deeply rooted in integrity and service excellence.

For additional information about the new Alliance Laundry Systems Distribution, visit distribution.alliancelaundry.com. For broader company insights, please check alliancelaundry.com. With this acquisition, Alliance Laundry continues to pave the way for future advancements in the commercial laundry industry.