Standard Textile Co., Inc., a global leader in healthcare and hospitality textiles, has proudly announced its exceptional performance at the 2024 Nightingale Awards, held at the Healthcare Design Conference + Expo in Indianapolis. The company earned a remarkable four awards, including the highest recognition for both sustainability and innovation: AMY™ Privacy Curtain was awarded ‘Best of Sustainability,’ and Newton® Wand Chain-Free Solar Shade earned ‘Best of Innovation.’
In addition to the ‘Best of Sustainability’ award, AMY™ also received Gold in the ‘Architectural Products: Non-Clinical’ category. AMY™ is the industry’s first all-fabric privacy curtain designed to streamline curtain management in healthcare settings. Its unique one-piece design eliminates metal hooks and plastic carriers, making curtain changes up to five times faster, significantly reducing time and labor for Environmental Services (EVS) teams. Moreover, AMY™ dramatically reduces noise during curtain operation, creating a quieter healing environment for patients. Its commitment to sustainability extends beyond materials, offering a comprehensive solution that enhances efficiency, minimizes disruptions, and promotes long-term well-being for both patients and healthcare staff.
Recognized for its ‘Best of Innovation’ award, Newton® Wand also earned Gold in the ‘Window Shading & Treatments’ category. Its ADA-compliant, chain-free design prioritizes safety, durability, and accessibility. This innovative solar shade simplifies operation with an intuitive wand control requiring less than 5 pounds of force, ensuring ease of use for all. Certified as ‘Best for Kids’ by the Window Covering Manufacturers Association (WCMA), Newton® meets industry safety standards, providing a safer and more elegant solution for healthcare environments.
“These four awards, particularly the top honors for sustainability and innovation, are a testament to our relentless pursuit of human-centric, transformative solutions in healthcare design,” said Todd Steele, Vice President of Interiors Group Sales and Business Development at Standard Textile. “We are proud to be recognized for delivering products that not only improve operational efficiency but also contribute to better patient care and environmental responsibility.”
Founded in 1940, Standard Textile has fostered a culture of innovation, quality, and service. With over 150 patents issued, its products are engineered to deliver durability, longevity, and value. A vertically integrated company, Standard Textile is a leading global provider of total solutions in the institutional textiles and apparel markets. Leveraging textile design, manufacturing, and laundry expertise, and its global infrastructure, the company serves customers in the healthcare, hospitality, interiors, workwear, and consumer markets worldwide. For more information, visit standardtextile.com.
