/company/news_media/ Press Releases en-US Wednesday, 25 August 2010 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Expands-First-Aid-Safety-Division.aspx Cintas has launched new comprehensive Safety Training & Compliance product group, completing the existing Cintas product offerings that provide: van-delivered first aid supplies, safety products, ReviveRTM AEDs, and CPR/AED/first aid training. The new online safety training and compliance programs are designed to improve productivity through worker safety and reduce workers compensation costs. Press Releases Wed 25 Aug 2010 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Issues-Fall-Fashion-Trends-Forecast.aspx In preparation for the autumn season, Cintas Corporation (CTAS) today issued its 2010 Fall Fashion Trends Forecast. Now is the perfect time for hoteliers to review their apparel programs and consider seasonal changes. While functionality is important, runway-inspired apparel registers well with guests and takes a brand to a higher level. Press Releases Wed 28 Jul 2010 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Introduces-New-Tile-and-Carpet-Deep-Cleaning-Services.aspx Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) today launched its new tile and carpet deep cleaning service in 44 major markets across North America. Developed for commercial facilities, Cintas’ service uses a patent-pending high-pressure steam system to remove dirt and deep clean a variety of carpeted and hard-surface floor coverings. Cintas helps businesses extend the life of their floors with a regular maintenance program that assists in restoring floors to their original condition while also reducing costs associated with specialized in-house cleaning services. Press Releases Thu 22 Jul 2010 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2010_4thQRevenue.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today reported its results for the quarter ended May 31, 2010. Revenues were $909 million, a 3.5% increase from last year’s fourth quarter. Earnings per diluted share were $0.36 compared to $0.03 last year. This year’s fourth quarter earnings were positively impacted by a $2 million after tax change in estimate to last year’s restructuring charge, or $0.01 per diluted share, and last year’s fourth quarter earnings were negatively impacted by various one-time charges amounting to $54 million after tax, or $0.35 per diluted share. Press Releases Tue 20 Jul 2010 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2010-Q4-webcast.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today announced that it will release fourth quarter fiscal year 2010 results on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 after the market closes. Press Releases Tue 13 Jul 2010 22:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Top-5-Things-Infection-Preventionists-Should-Know.aspx In conjunction with APIC 2010, Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) today announced five important questions infection preventionists should ask their Environmental Services Director about their microfiber cleaning program. By asking these questions, infection prevention professionals will better understand the role of microfiber in the hospital’s floor and surface cleaning program, and can help develop optimal cleaning protocols that reflect the need for proper infection prevention. Press Releases Tue 13 Jul 2010 20:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Issues-Checklist-for-Summer-Cleaning-in-Healthcare.aspx As bed turn rates decline, the summer months give environmental service departments time to recharge and prepare for the next flu season. To assist environmental services (ES) directors in developing their summer maintenance strategy, Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) today issued a checklist of best practices for cleaning healthcare facilities in the summer Press Releases Wed 30 Jun 2010 20:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/2010-Excellence-in-Healthcare-Information-Management-Award-Nominations-open.aspx Cintas Corporation, the leader in secure document management, today announced that nominations for its 2010 Excellence in Healthcare Information Management Award (TM) are now open. The award will recognize one leading healthcare facility that has gone above and beyond to implement secure document strategies to protect its patients' private information and remain compliant with government standards. Submissions can be made at www.cintas.com/healthcareaward. Press Releases Thu 24 Jun 2010 20:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Ranked-2nd-Among-Companies-Wall-St-Can-Trust-The-Most.aspx Cintas Corporation (NAS: CTAS) announced today that is has been ranked among the top in a list of "Companies That Wall St. Can Trust The Most," according to Audit Integrity, a leading independent research firm that rates more than 12,000 public companies in North American and Europe based on their corporate integrity. Press Releases Tue 22 Jun 2010 20:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Tips-to-Reduce-Risk-and-Liability-Using-Electronic-Medical-Records.aspx According to the 2010 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Analytics Report: Security of Patient Data, the number of healthcare organizations that reported a breach in data security increased by 6 percent in 2010, totaling 19 percent. As more healthcare organizations migrate to electronic medical records (EMRs), it's important to take the proper steps to reduce risk and prevent medical liability suits. In conjunction with Healthcare Risk Management Week taking place June 14-18, Cintas today issued top tips to help healthcare organizations protect the privacy and security of health information while remaining compliant with government standards using EMRs. Press Releases Tue 15 Jun 2010 20:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/New-Bundled-Solutions-from-Cintas.aspx In conjunction with the National Restaurant Association (NRA) Show, Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) today announced it will be offering new bundled solutions to help its customers maximize resources and improve the efficiency of their foodservice operations. From consolidated invoicing options to streamlined inventory management services, Cintas’ bundled solutions enable restaurateurs to limit the amount of time spent managing vendors so they can focus on their core business. Press Releases Wed 26 May 2010 20:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Earth-Day-Shredding-Events.aspx As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability, Cintas Corporation today announced it exceeded its goal of shredding 400 tons of paper in April by +55% percent, shredding a total of 618 tons of material through sponsored community shred events. Through these Cintas-powered events, the total amount of recycled material saved 10,506 trees, 1,854 cubic yards of landfill space, 2,427,000 kilowatts of energy, 1,236 barrels of oil and 4,326,000 gallons of water. Press Releases Wed 13 May 2010 11:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Are-You-Carhartt-Tough-Contest-Finalists-and-Quarterly-winner.aspx Carhartt and Cintas have launched its search for North America’s toughest workers. The "Are You Carhartt Tough?" Contest is being conducted in conjunction with the roll-out of a new line of Carhartt Workwear offered for the first time in a Uniform Rental Program. Press Releases Wed 13 May 2010 11:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Are-You-Carhartt-Tough-Contest-Finalists-California-Firefighter.aspx Carhartt and Cintas have launched its search for North America’s toughest workers. The Are You Carhartt Tough? Contest is being conducted in conjunction with the roll-out of a new line of Carhartt Workwear offered for the first time in a Uniform Rental Program. Press Releases Wed 13 May 2010 11:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Are-You-Carhartt-Tough-Contest-Finalists-Pennsylvania-Farmer.aspx Carhartt and Cintas have launched its search for North America’s toughest workers. The Are You Carhartt Tough? Contest is being conducted in conjunction with the roll-out of a new line of Carhartt Workwear offered for the first time in a Uniform Rental Program. Press Releases Wed 13 May 2010 11:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Are-You-Carhartt-Tough-Contest-Finalists-Virginia-Lineman.aspx Carhartt and Cintas have launched its search for North America’s toughest workers. The Are You Carhartt Tough? Contest is being conducted in conjunction with the roll-out of a new line of Carhartt Workwear offered for the first time in a Uniform Rental Program. Press Releases Wed 13 May 2010 11:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Announces-Winner-of-the-Wear-the-Care-Contest.aspx Cintas Corporation (CTAS) today announced Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tenn. as the winner of its 2nd annual Wear the Care Contest. The contest recognizes the positive impact of a professional image on patient satisfaction and awards the winner with a complimentary Image Apparel Makeover worth $10,000. In addition, the winning entrant receives a $1,000 donation in their name to the hospital's foundation. Press Releases Thu 29 Apr 2010 20:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Honors-Earth-Day-40th-Anniversary.aspx Cintas Corporation plans to recycle more than 400 tons of confidential documents in honor of Earth Day through a series of free community shred events. Throughout the month of April, Cintas will co-host events with participating organizations across the nation, offering community members and local businesses a means to discard of their confidential documents in a safe and sustainable manner. For every ton of paper recycled, participants will help save 17 trees, 380 gallons of oil, three cubic yards of landfill space, 4000 kilowatts of energy and 7000 gallons of water. Press Releases Thu 01 Apr 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Expands-Chicago-Document-Management-Operations.aspx Cintas Corporation today announced the opening of its newest document storage and imaging facility in Chicago. Equipped with the latest document storage and imaging technology, the facility provides solutions to help customers securely store, and maintain easy access to, sensitive business information and data. The new location complements its current document shredding facility in the Chicagoland area, fulfilling Cintas’ full range of document management capabilities to serve the needs of businesses throughout northern Illinois. Press Releases Thu 01 Apr 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Honored-with-Sustainability-All-Star-Award.aspx Cintas Corporation today announced that its eco-friendly clothing concepts were awarded Apparel magazine’s second annual Sustainability All-Star Award at the Apparel Tech Conference West in Irvine, Calif. To qualify for the award, applicants had to show a commitment to making their businesses more sustainable along with their plan for evolving that commitment. Press Releases Thu 01 Apr 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2010_3rdQRevenue.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today reported results for the third quarter of its fiscal year 2010, which ended on February 28, 2010. Revenues for the third quarter were $861.8 million and earnings per share were $0.32. Both third quarter revenues and earnings per share slightly exceeded the top end of the Company’s previously released guidance issued on February 16, 2010. The third quarter of fiscal year 2010 had one fewer workday than both last year’s fiscal third quarter and the second quarter of this fiscal year. When adjusting for the one fewer workday in this year’s third quarter, revenues were 3.7% less than last year’s third quarter, an improvement from the 10.2% decline experienced in our second quarter ending November 30, 2009, versus the prior year’s second quarter. Revenues were comparable to the first two quarters of this fiscal year when adjusting for workday differences. Press Releases Thu, 18 Mar 2010 20:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2010-Q3-webcast.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today announced that it will release third quarter fiscal year 2010 results on Thursday, March 18, 2010 after the market closes. Press Releases Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Announces-New-Womens-Size-Apparel-Line.aspx Cintas Corporation today introduced true women’s sized professional apparel designed for sizes 16W to 32W. As the first and only uniform company to offer true women's sizing across all product lines, Cintas' new line is designed with unique proportions, different from misses, to provide a better fit. Press Releases Mon, 01 Mar 2010 18:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-2010-Second-Half-Guidance.aspx Cintas Corporation today announced its estimate of revenues and earnings for its third and fourth quarters of fiscal 2010. Press Releases Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Are-You-Carhartt-Tough.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS), North America's largest uniform supplier, has partnered with Carhartt, a global manufacturer of premium workwear, to offer Carhartt garments for the first time in a Uniform Rental Program. Press Releases Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Best-Employer-Canada-2010.aspx Cintas Corporation announced that it has been named among the 50 Best Employers in Canada in 2010, according to Hewitt Associates, a global human resources consulting and outsourcing company. Press Releases Mon, 29 Jan 2010 17:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Supports-Restart-of-Suppliers-Operations-in-Haiti.aspx Two weeks after a devastating magnitude-7.0 earthquake struck the island of Haiti, Cintas Corporation applauded today the restart of operations at one of its clothing suppliers, Island Apparel, S.A. in Port Au Prince, allowing 1,000 employees to resume employment as the country continues to rebuild. Press Releases Mon, 29 Jan 2010 16:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Dividend-Increase-2009.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) announced that at its meeting today, the Company’s Board of Directors approved a 48 cents per share annual dividend, an increase over last year’s annual dividend of 47 cents per share. The dividend is payable on March 10, 2010, to shareholders of record as of February 10, 2010. Press Releases Mon, 27 Jan 2010 15:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Expands-Document-Management-Operations-in-Chicago.aspx Cintas Corporation today announced the opening of its newest document storage and imaging facility in Chicago. Equipped with the latest document storage and imaging technology, the facility provides solutions to help customers securely store, and maintain easy access to, sensitive business information and data. The new location complements its current document shredding facility in the Chicagoland area, fulfilling Cintas’ full range of document management capabilities to serve the needs of businesses throughout northern Illinois. Press Releases Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Aid-to-Haitian-Earthquake-Victims.aspx Cintas Corporation has partnered with Cincinnati-based Matthew 25: Ministries to provide essential humanitarian aid to the victims of the recent earthquake in Haiti. On Friday, January 15th, Matthew 25: Ministries picked up the first of over 43,000 garments, nearly half of which are medical scrubs. The total value of the donation exceeds $330,000. Press Releases Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2010_2ndQRevenue.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today reported results for the second quarter of its fiscal year 2010, which ended on November 30, 2009. Revenue for the quarter was $884.5 million, a 1% decrease as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2010, which ended on August 31, 2009. However, when adjusted for a comparable number of workdays, revenue increased 1% compared to the first quarter. Press Releases Fri, 22 Dec 2009 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2010-Q2-webcast.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today announced that it will release second quarter fiscal year 2010 results on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 after the market closes. Press Releases Fri, 11 Dec 2009 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Dress-For-Success-Worldwide-Partners-With-Cintas-Corporation.aspx Dress for Success Worldwide, an international non-profit organization that helps disadvantaged women achieve self-sufficiency, announced its national partnership today with Cintas, the leader in corporate identity uniform industry. Niki Leondakis, COO of Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants and Chair of the Dress for Success Worldwide Board of Directors and Bill Goetz, President and COO of Global Accounts and Strategic Markets for Cintas, made the announcement during Dress for Success Cincinnati’s corporate guild breakfast held at Xavier University’s Cintas Center. Cintas will be donating $250,000 worth of apparel to 11 Dress for Success affiliates around the U.S. Press Releases Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Revolutionary-ReviveR-VIEW-AED.aspx Defibtech and Cintas Corporation introduced the new ReviveR™ View automated external defibrillator (AED) today at the National Safety Council 2009 Congress & Expo. Designed and manufactured by Defibtech, the ReviveR View will be sold and distributed exclusively through Cintas. Press Releases Thu, 10 Dec 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Richard-Farmer-Retires-as-Chairman-of-the-board.aspx The Board of Directors of Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) announced today that company founder Richard T. Farmer has retired as Chairman, assuming the role of Chairman Emeritus, and will remain on the Board of Directors. The decision was approved during a Board meeting that immediately followed the company’s Annual Shareholders’ Meeting at Cintas’ Corporate Headquarters. Press Releases Thu, 21 Oct 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas_Expands_Sustainable_Solutions_Apparel_Collection.aspx Cintas Corporation today announced the addition of its popular Momentum™ Washable Suiting Collection to the "Sustainable Solutions" workplace apparel line. As Cintas’ number one selling tailored collection, the Momentum™ collection has been reinvented as an eco-friendly alternative, maintaining its classic style but modernized to reduce its environmental impact. The stretch, wrinkle-resistant fabric is made using a 54/42/4 blend of recycled polyester, wool and Lycra®. The recycled polyester is comprised of 13 recycled plastic water bottles, reducing energy used in the manufacturing process by up to 33 percent. Press Releases Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/John_Hart_Senior_VP_Eastern_Territory.aspx Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) announced today the promotion of John D. Hart to Senior Vice President – Eastern Territory. In his new role, Hart will oversee the growth and profit of over 65 Cintas facilities in the newly aligned rental division. Press Releases Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Dan_Braun_VP_of_Value_Improvement_Initiatives_Operations.aspx Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) announced today the promotion of Dan Braun to Senior Vice President, Value Improvement Initiatives – Operations. In his new role, Braun will oversee safety, engineering solutions and fleet management company-wide. He will also be responsible for the company’s Rental Division Six Sigma, Quality and Productivity initiatives. Press Releases Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2010_1stQRevenue.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today reported results for the first quarter of its fiscal year 2010. Revenue for the quarter, which ended August 31, 2009, was $892 million and represents a 1.5% revenue increase as compared to the fourth quarter of fiscal 2009, which ended on May 31, 2009. Press Releases Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2010-Q1-webcast.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today announced that it will release first quarter fiscal year 2010 results on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 after the market closes. The Company will conduct a conference call to address the financial results. A live webcast of the call will be available to individual investors and the public beginning at 5:00 p.m., Eastern Time, on Wednesday, September 23, 2009. Press Releases Wed, 15 Sep 2009 19:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Advanced-Processing-and-Imaging-Collaborates-With-Cintas.aspx Advanced Processing & Imaging (API), developers of innovative electronic document and content management software solutions, announced today they have signed an agreement with Cintas, provider of physical document management services, to provide a complete document lifecycle management solution. Press Releases Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2009-4thQRevenue.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today reported revenue for its fiscal year ended May 31, 2009, of $3.8 billion, a 4 percent decrease from the prior fiscal year. Net income for the year was $226 million and earnings per diluted share were $1.48. For the fourth quarter ended May 31, 2009, revenue was $879 million, a 13 percent decrease from prior year fourth quarter revenue. Fourth quarter net income was $4 million and earnings per diluted share were $0.03. Press Releases Tue, 07 Jul 2009 18:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2009-Q4-webcast.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today announced that it will release fourth quarter fiscal year 2009 results on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 after the market closes. The Company will conduct a conference call to address the financial results. A live webcast of the call will be available to individual investors and the public beginning at 5:00 p.m., Eastern Time, on Wednesday, July 15, 2009. Press Releases Tue, 07 Jul 2009 18:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Document-Management-NAID-Certification.aspx Cintas Corporation's (Nasdaq: CTAS) Document Management Division announced today it has become the first and only company in document destruction to become North American AAA certified by the National Association of Information Destruction (NAID), the international trade association for companies providing information destruction services. Press Releases Thu, 18 Jun 2009 22:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Q4-2009-Guidance.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) today is providing an estimate of its expected financial results for the quarter ending May 31, 2009. These results will include a restructuring charge to be recognized in the quarter due to the declining economic conditions which continue to impact the North American economy and Cintas’ businesses. Press Releases Fri, 29 May 2009 20:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Announces-VA-Mobile-Health-Unit.aspx Cintas Corporation today unveiled a 40-foot mobile health unit that will serve Tri-State military veterans. The mobile health unit will be operated by the Cincinnati VA Medical Center, and it was built through the generosity of Cintas founder Richard T. Farmer and the Farmer Family Foundation. Press Releases Tue, 26 May 2009 20:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-AED-Grant-Winners.aspx Cintas Corporation today announced the 100 winners of its Scholastic AED Program. Each winning school will receive a complimentary ReviveR™ automatic external defibrillator (AED) from Cintas. Press Releases Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Serranoavalos-press-release.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) announced today a significant victory in two class action employment discrimination lawsuits, Mirna E. Serrano vs. Cintas Corporation (Case No. 04-CV-40132) and Blanca Avalos vs. Cintas Corporation (Case No. 06-CV-12311). Press Releases Wed, 08 Apr 2009 20:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Scotus-privacy-lawsuit.aspx The U.S. Supreme Court has let stand a lower court’s judgment against UNITE HERE, finding the labor union violated the privacy of thousands of Cintas employees under the federal Driver’s Privacy Protection Act. Press Releases Wed, 08 Apr 2009 20:30:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/JamesJohnsonBoardOfDirectors0325.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) today announced that James J. Johnson has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors. Mr. Johnson’s appointment brings the number of independent directors to seven, and increases the number of board members to ten. Press Releases Wed, 25 Mar 2009 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2009_3rdQRevenue.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) today reported results for its third quarter of fiscal 2009, which ended on February 28, 2009. Revenue for the third quarter was $909 million, a 7% decrease from fiscal 2008 third quarter revenue of $976 million. Net income of $72 million decreased 12% from the prior year third quarter while diluted earnings per share were $0.47, an 11% decrease as compared to the third quarter of last fiscal year. Press Releases Wed, 18 Mar 2009 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fortune-award-2009.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) announced it has been named among FORTUNE magazine's "Most Admired Companies" for the ninth consecutive year. Cintas has been listed among the top five most admired organizations in its industry sector every year since 2001 and has topped the list four times. Press Releases Thu, 05 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Dividend-Increase-2008.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) announced today that its Board of Directors approved a 47 cents per share annual dividend, an increase over last year’s annual dividend of 46 cents per share. The dividend was approved at the Company’s Board of Directors meeting held today. The dividend is payable on March 11, 2009, to shareholders of record as of February 4, 2009. Press Releases Tue, 10 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Scholastic-Grant-Program.aspx To assist in deploying life-saving technology and drive community education, Cintas today introduced the Cintas Scholastic Grant Program. From now until the end of National Heart Month in February, any public school-affiliated group nationwide can apply to receive one of 100 complimentary automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) from Cintas Corporation. In addition, Cintas is offering AED units at a significant discount to all public schools through September 30, 2009. Press Releases Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Web-Site-Celebrates-Community-Service-Tradition.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) announced today the launch of a new Web site dedicated to celebrating the philanthropic contributions made by Cintas and its employee-partners. Press Releases Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Trailblazer-Award-2008.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) has been recognized by the South Central Ohio Minority Supplier Development Council (SCOMSDC) with the 2008 Trailblazer Award. The award is bestowed on companies that have demonstrated substantial change in their Supplier Development program including the mentoring and development of Minority Business Enterprises. Press Releases Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2009-Q2-webcast.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) today announced that it will release second quarter fiscal year 2009 results on Friday, December 19, 2008, before the market opens. The company will conduct a conference call to address the financial results. A live webcast of the call will be available to individual investors and the public beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, December 19, 2008. Press Releases Tue, 09 Dec 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2009_2ndQRevenue.aspx Cintas Corporation today reported earning results for its second quarter of fiscal 2009, which ended on November 30, 2008. Press Releases Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/DOC-and-AMELIA-Collection.aspx Introducing the DOC & AMELIA™ collection, by Cintas Corporation, a new brand dedicated to Cintas’ uniform apparel designs. Inspired by the company’s founders, Doc and Amelia Farmer, the new line embodies Cintas’ timeless commitment to style, quality and craftsmanship. Press Releases Tue, 11 Nov 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2009-Q1-webcast.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) today announced that it will release first quarter fiscal year 2009 results on Thursday, September 18, 2008 after the market closes. The Company will conduct a conference call to address the financial results. A live webcast of the call will be available to individual investors and the public beginning at 5:00 p.m., Eastern Time, on Thursday, September 18, 2008. Press Releases Wed, 10 Sep 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Partners-plan-2008.aspx Cintas Corporation’s (Nasdaq: CTAS) employee-partners have received an additional boost to their company retirement saving plans. Press Releases Mon, 21 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/NAID-press-release.aspx Cintas announced today it has become the first and only company in document destruction to become nationally AAA certified by the National Association of Information Destruction (NAID). Press Releases Mon, 11 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Transitions-to-NPE-Free-Detergents.aspx Cintas has become the first major industrial launderer to transition company-wide from a Nonylphenol Ethoxylate (NPE)-based laundry detergent to a new, more environmentally friendly detergent. Press Releases Fri, 01 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-T-Shirts-United-Way.aspx Cintas donated 1,000 T-shirts to the United Way of Greater Cincinnati's Live United campaign. Cintas has raised more than $1 million for the United Way in the past five years. Press Releases Fri, 01 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2008_4thQRevenue.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today reported revenue for its fiscal year ended May 31, 2008, of $3.9 billion, a 6 percent increase over the previous fiscal year. Net income for the year was $335 million and earnings per diluted share were $2.15. Press Releases Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2008-Q4-webcast.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today announced that it will release fourth quarter and fiscal year end 2008 results on Tuesday, July 15, after the market closes. The Company will conduct a conference call to address the financial results. A live webcast of the call will be available to individual investors and the public beginning at 5:00 p.m., Eastern Time, on Tuesday, July 15, 2008. Press Releases Mon, 7 Jul 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Cintas-Soap-Drive.aspx A Cintas semi-truck loaded with soap, shampoo, shave kits, lotion and other hygiene essentials arrived at Matthew 25: Ministries to combat illness and disease in impoverished countries. Press Releases Mon, 19 Jun 2008 4:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Restroom-Cleanliness-Study.aspx In one of the first studies of its kind, Cintas today released the results of an independent study designed to learn how people judge restroom cleanliness. Through an independent research firm, Cintas surveyed 1,500 restroom users, owners and cleaning professionals to assess each group’s perception of a clean restroom. The research reveals surprising insight into how people actually define clean. Press Releases Mon, 19 May 2008 20:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/Ultraclean-Kitchen-Cleaning.aspx Cintas today introduced the Sanis UltraClean system for kitchen cleaning at the National Restaurant Association (NRA) Show 2008. Sanis UltraClean is a weekly super cleaning service that has traditionally been used by restaurants for cleaning and sanitizing restrooms. Due to increased demand from foodservice organizations, Cintas has expanded its broad range of business-to-business services to now include kitchen cleaning. Press Releases Fri, 16 May 2008 21:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fortune_award08.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) today announced it has been named among FORTUNE magazine's "Most Admired Companies" for the eighth consecutive year. Cintas has been ranked among the top five Most Admired organizations in its industry sector since 2001 and has topped the list four times. Press Releases Mon, 1 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/naumd-2008.aspx NYLO Hotels, Planet Hollywood Casino, Centra Care-Florida Hospital Urgent Care and Silversea apparel programs stand out for fashion and function. Press Releases Mon, 7 Apr 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2008_3rdQRevenue.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today reported revenue for the third quarter of fiscal 2008 of $976.0 million, a 7.8% increase from the previous year’s third quarter revenue of $905.4 million. Net income increased 6.6% to $81.8 million as compared to $76.7 million in last year’s third quarter. Earnings per diluted share were $0.53, a 10.4% increase over the $0.48 per diluted share achieved in last year’s third quarter. Press Releases Wed, 19 Mar 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/fy2008-Q3-webcast.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today announced that it will release third-quarter fiscal year 2008 results on Wednesday, March 19, after the market closes. The Company will conduct a conference call to address the financial results. A live webcast of the call will be available to individual investors and the public beginning at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, March 19, 2008. Press Releases Tue, 11 Mar 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/union_rico.aspx Cintas Corporation filed today a lawsuit under the federal and state Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Statutes (RICO) against the labor unions UNITE HERE, International Brotherhood of Teamsters and Change to Win, alleging extortion related to the unions’ continued attacks that are part of a nationwide organizing drive that is now entering its sixth year. The lawsuit was filed in the U.S District Court for the Southern District of New York, and consolidates a related defamation lawsuit that Cintas filed in 2004 and which was proceeding in an Ohio state court. Press Releases Wed, 5 Mar 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/best_employer_indiana_2008.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) has been ranked among the best places to work in Indiana by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. The program honors the top companies in the state, as determined through employer reports and comprehensive employee surveys. Press Releases Mon, 3 Mar 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/cintas-partners-with-bagir.aspx Complementing each others’ apparel design expertise, Cintas and Bagir Ltd. have partnered in creating a collection of elegant, easy-care career apparel that will be available to Cintas’ customers in the hospitality industry. Wearers include hotel management, front desk staff, doormen, bellmen and housekeeping supervisors for reputable hotels such as Marriott Fairfield Inn and Suites and Holiday Inn. Press Releases Fri, 22 Feb 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/50th_aed_save.aspx On Dec. 7, 2007, a suburban Kansas City, MO truck driver became the 50th person whose life was saved by a Cintas ReviveR™ automatic electronic defibrillator (AED). Press Releases Tue, 19 Feb 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/best_employer_canada_2008.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) was recently ranked among the best employers in Canada by Report on Business Magazine, a monthly publication in Canada's Globe and Mail news. The recognition marks the company's fourth consecutive appearance on the magazine's "50 Best Employers List." Press Releases Tue, 29 Jan 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/tysoe-board-of-directors.aspx Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) today announced that Ron Tysoe has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors. Press Releases Fri, 18 Jan 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/tysoe-board-of-directors.aspx Scott D. Farmer, Chief Executive Officer of Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS), announced today the promotion of J. Phillip Holloman to President and Chief Operating Officer of Cintas. Press Releases Fri, 18 Jan 2008 12:00:00 GMT http://www.cintas.com/company/news_media/press_releases/dividend_Jan2008.aspx Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) announced today that its board of directors approved an 18 percent increase in the company's annual dividend to 46 cents per share from 39 cents per share. The dividend was approved at the company's board of directors meeting held yesterday, January 15, 2008. The dividend is payable on March 12, 2008, to shareholders of record as of February 6, 2008. Press Releases Wed, 16 Jan 2008 12:00:00 GMT