Founded in 1929, Cintas traces its origins to the Farmer family’s business of cleaning and reselling used rags to manufacturing plants in Ohio. Through a combination of organic growth and acquisitions, the company has evolved into a one-stop outsourcing partner for businesses. Cintas designs, manufactures, collects, and launders employee uniforms for a modest weekly fee, while assuming the upfront capital investment itself. During the same service visit, the company can also replenish or replace mats, mops, trash liners, towels, first aid supplies, fire extinguishers, and cleaning products. Businesses value Cintas for helping streamline operations and entrusting noncore, highly regulated tasks to experienced professionals.