Safeway Supply is excited to announce that we have acquired J-Co Janitorial Supply!

March 4th, 2024

J-Co Janitorial Supply was based in San Marcos, TX and has serviced the territory since 1990. This recent acquisition underscores our dedication to regional expansion and ensuring increased product availability to better cater to the needs of our valued customers.
Contact us today if you have any questions or require immediate assistance with your facility needs! J-Co Supply contact info remains the same. Please call us at (512) 392-7765 or email sales@safewaysupply.com.
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Pro-Tec Fire Services Case Study: Enhancing Fire Station Operations

January 8th, 2025

Client Overview:
Pro-Tec Fire Services, based at Boeing South Station 13, is a fire station dedicated to providing emergency services and ensuring the safety of the community. The station's team of firefighters requires top-quality, reliable products to maintain operational readiness. A key aspect of their preparedness involves maintaining a clean and safe environment, which requires high-performance janitorial supplies. The fire station also needs tools that are effective in high-traffic and high-use areas, where hygiene and safety are paramount.

Challenge:
Fire stations like Pro-Tec Fire Services operate in high-pressure environments where the safety and efficiency of the team are always at stake. To ensure a safe and productive environment, the station requires top-tier janitorial supplies that can withstand the demands of daily use. However, choosing the right cleaning products that meet both safety and durability standards is a challenge. Pro-Tec Fire Services needed a way to assess the effectiveness of janitorial products before committing to bulk purchases.

The Opportunity:
Safeway Supply approached Pro-Tec Fire Services with an offer to provide product demos and samples. This opportunity allowed the fire station to test a range of cleaning and janitorial supplies before making purchasing decisions. By using these products in real-world conditions, Pro-Tec Fire Services could evaluate their performance and ensure they met the specific needs of the fire station.
Jonathan J. Phillips, Lieutenant at Pro-Tec Fire Services, recognized the value of this offer, noting that having access to product samples and demos would help the station make informed decisions. The ability to test the janitorial supplies before placing regular orders would help ensure that the products were reliable, effective, and well-suited to the fire station’s unique needs.

The Solution:
Safeway Supply provided a selection of their janitorial products to Pro-Tec Fire Services for testing purposes. These products included cleaning solutions, disinfectants, floor care items, and specialized equipment designed for high-traffic, high-need environments like fire stations.
During the testing phase, the products were used across various areas within the fire station, including kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, and equipment storage spaces. The goal was to ensure the products were effective in maintaining a clean and safe environment while also being easy to use, durable, and cost-effective.
The ability to try these products firsthand allowed Pro-Tec Fire Services to assess their suitability for long-term use, ensuring that they would not only meet the station's cleaning needs but also maintain a high standard of safety for the staff and visitors.

Results:
The demo and sample program offered by Safeway Supply helped Pro-Tec Fire Services make informed decisions about their janitorial supplies. By testing products in real-life conditions, the fire station was able to select the most effective and reliable cleaning solutions. This testing process also facilitated a deeper understanding of how different products could impact the station’s operations, allowing the team to prioritize both quality and efficiency in their purchasing decisions.
Jonathan Phillips expressed appreciation for the initiative and support shown by Safeway Supply, noting that the partnership allowed the fire station to select janitorial products that best met their unique operational needs. The fire station now had access to high-quality supplies that would help maintain cleanliness and safety, ensuring the team’s effectiveness in responding to emergencies.

Conclusion:
The collaboration between Pro-Tec Fire Services and Safeway Supply highlights the importance of supplier relationships in ensuring operational efficiency. By offering product demos and samples, Safeway Supply enabled Pro-Tec Fire Services to test and evaluate janitorial supplies before making a long-term investment. This thoughtful approach to customer service not only strengthened the fire station’s ability to maintain a clean and safe environment but also built trust between the two organizations.
Looking forward, both parties are excited to continue working together, ensuring that Pro-Tec Fire Services remains well-equipped with reliable cleaning products that support their mission to serve and protect the community.