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It has been shown that facility appearance ratings can drop by as much as 75 percent if floor shine makes a bad first impression.
Venezuelan officals are trying to meet a toilet paper shortage head on by importing 50 million rolls to meet the demand and to "avoid getting caught with their pants down."
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As cleaning’s importance and impact on health evolved, the professional JanSan industry elevated in status. With this attention and investment in interest now being paid to a once thought of mature industry — when thought of at all — a rejuvenation occurred.
World Environment Day is just around the corner.
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School plants tree to honor custodian
Duncan Middle School custodian Tam Pham left a lasting impression on those he worked with, and the school is returning the favor.
The Rainbow Of Sustainability
We are now seeing a new use for color-coding systems, this time as an efficient way to help facilities become more sustainable, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, curb energy and water use and cut operating costs
Floor care basics: How to clean to protect your bottom line
It has been shown that facility appearance ratings can drop by as much as 75 percent if floor shine makes a bad first impression.
SARS-like virus spreads to healthcare workers
Health officials have reported that a deadly new respiratory virus related to SARS has apparently spread from patients to healthcare workers in eastern Saudi Arabia.
The Case For Requiring Employee Photo ID Cards
The photo ID card is an easy, visible way to communicate a company’s training and standards while promoting its brand.
Cintas cleans restrooms to prep for National Get Outdoors Day
As the nation gears up for National Get Outdoors Day on June 9, Cintas Corporation is offering complimentary restroom cleanings for public parks nationwide.
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Kaivac Inc. is the inventor of the No-Touch Cleaning machine that combines pressure washing, wet vacuuming and chemical proportioning to solve the number one building maintenance complaint: Dirty, smelly restrooms.
Famous for soil removal, sanitization and odor control in restrooms, the No-Touch Cleaning machine is also useful in commercial kitchens and elsewhere around a facility.
Now, in addition to the proven capability of the No-Touch Cleaning machine, comes the incredibly affordable OmniFlex crossover cleaning system that incorporates spray-and-vacuum technology with the power of an autoscrubber and the maneuverability of a trolley bucket — all at a low cost.
Some of Kaivac's other offerings include hospital-grade cleaning and disinfecting chemicals, adenosine triphosphate (ATP) meters, disposable wipes, microfiber cleaning systems and myriad attachments and add-on upgrades that further increase productivity and versatility.
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Windsor is unique in our customer-centric approach to deliver real value to the floor care industry . Our goal is to provide the latest innovations with easy-to-use floor care technology that improves cleanliness and productivity. More
ProTeam®, the Vacuum Company innovated the backpack vacuum in 1987, and has continued to revolutionize the cleaning and maintenance industry with products and programs that help workers get the deepest, most efficient and productive clean. Today, ProTeam has 20 high-performance vacuums to serve the varying needs of all commercial cleaners, aimed at dramatically improving indoor air quality (IAQ), enabling better user ergonomics, and increasing sustainability and productivity. More
CleanBid® Janitorial Bidding Made Easy® Thousands of commercial and residential cleaning companies have used Clean Guru LLC’s online and now mobile bidding program to create over 90,000 cleaning proposals - making CleanBid today’s most popular janitorial bidding software.
Janitorial businesses and maid services can get a competitive price and professional proposal for any cleaning job they’re bidding on – guaranteed to impress prospects!
CleanBid® can be used to create bid proposals for office, medical and retail buildings as well as banks, churches and schools just to name a few.
Visit www.CleanBid.net to watch free demo videos and, if you're a new member, sign up to receive a 30-day trial of our janitorial software absolutely FREE.
XLERATOR hand dryers dry hands completely in 10 to 15 seconds and use 80 percent less energy than conventional dryers. XLERATOR represents a 95% cost savings versus paper towels and eliminates their maintenance while improving restroom hygiene. XLERATOR is the only hand dryer that is Made In USA Certified, the first to be GreenSpec® Listed and helps qualify for several LEED® Credits. More
Stefco Industries is a fully intergrated paper company.Our line of products includes jumbo tissue, bathroom tissue, center pull towels, kitchen roll towels, hardwound roll towels, folded towels, center pull towel, facial tissue, and our innovative dispensing systems More
EATOILS(TM) ECOLOGO CERTIFIED GREEN products solve tough problems including: degreasing floors, tile, grout; eliminating organic materials and odors from carpet, fabric, upholstery, washroom surfaces and odors; oil and grease stains on concrete, asphalt; drain opening; grease trap and septic treatment. We also have graffiti removal and silica-free absorbent products. Conveniently located warehouses in Canada & US can readily serve your needs. More
For over 40 years U S Chemical/Beta Technology, Inc., a division of Diversey Inc. has been a leading manufacturer of private label sanitation chemicals including warewash, laundry, housekeeping, skincare, and floor care products. Our portfolio of products offer the value added advantages of product/equipment training, regulatory compliance, customized marketing materials, and sales support. More
Dedicated to making the most of your day, Square Scrub offers over 30 different pads, plates, screens and brushes.
We know that time is money — from vinyl composition tile (VCT) to gymnasium floors and marble to concrete — and we are committed to helping you work more efficiently so that you can fit more jobs into your day.
At Square Scrub, we build high-quality, rock solid equipment for the cleaning industry.
Our machines are designed to provide value and long-term durability.
When you invest in a Square Scrub product, you not only gain a sturdy work partner to help you get the job done faster and easier; you benefit from hundreds of hours of testing, a passion for continued progress and a commitment to strive for solutions to both existing and future floor care needs.
We are committed to finding the best solution for every job, and we share what we find with you.
Our website is full of helpful videos and job checklists to help you get started and maximize the potential of your machine.
Please visit the "Videos" and "Literature" pages on our site for more information.
Or, feel free to contact us at (800) 557-6822 to request a demonstration of one of our EBG series surface preparation machines.
Our representatives always welcome an opportunity to share the beneficial features that make Square Scrub the best tool for any surface preparation project.
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The Cleaning Management Institute (CMI) is a professional society dedicated to education, training and career improvement for the facility maintenance industry.
CMI was established in 1964 for the education and professional development of cleaning and maintenance professionals, managers, supervisors and executives. As the foremost provider of learning solutions for cleaning and maintenance professionals, CMI is committed to serving your educational and professional needs in the broadest possible range of subject areas, formats and media. With over 40 years in the cleaning and maintenance industry, CMI offers you our expertise, knowledge and years of experience providing education and training for industry professionals.
In the workplace and in the classroom, CMI's educational offerings are used by hundreds of cleaning and maintenance professionals across the country and throughout the world. Our products are written for industry professionals by industry professionals who have years of experience doing what you do.
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I never pondered this prior to the 2013 NCAA Tournament, but I am witnessing a phenomenon on the hardwoods that was not present during the regular season: Players running, jumping and jooking out of their shoes.
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I came to a funny realization when a surprise delivery of cleaning supplies came to our office: I have become so immersed in the cleaning industry that my borderline obsession with office supplies has morphed to now encompass cleaning supplies as well.
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