Nilfisk TrackClean simplifies management of cleaning fleet

How do you track performance when you have multiple cleaning machines in different locations? What systems can you put in place to monitor the equipment, optimise performance and minimise cost? Fortunately, technology is available; it is tried, tested and will provide the transparency you need 24/7 to lower the total cost of cleaning and improve profitability. Here, John Brill, sales director for Nilfisk, tells us how he sees the TrackClean fleet management system working in practice...
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Newly launched pH neutral spray takes the heat out of oven cleaning

Say goodbye to greasy grills and odorous ovens with the help of Bio Productions' new Neutral Oven Cleaner, which offers a non-corrosive and non-caustic solution to even the most stubborn grime and comes without the usual nasty odours one might expect when using a hard-hitting oven degreaser.
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Ecoray UV technology helps Grande Brio 35 achieve ultra-hygienic finish

Available in both mains and battery versions, the TSM Grande Brio 35 walk-behind compact scrubber dryer has the option of being fitted with the innovative, autonomous Ecoray system, which uses ultraviolet energy to tackle any microorganisms left behind after cleaning.
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ISS and Vattenfall sign seven-year partnership

ISS and Vattenfall have entered into one of Sweden's and the Nordic countries' largest agreements for facilities management services, a flexible outcome-based partnership designed to deliver on the parties' mutually developed vision and objectives.
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Exeter businessman scoops Ecocleen's Franchisee of the Year Award

Exeter-based entrepreneur Jim Humphrey has been crowned Franchisee of the Year by commercial contract cleaning provider Ecocleen. He received the Mike Tewnion Award at the company's recent Franchise Network Event having generated significant business growth within the South West region during the past 12 months and securing Ecocleen's largest ever single-site cleaning contract.
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Understanding effective cleaning: methods... measurement... management...

The Cleaning Industry Research Institute tells us that the theme of its 2019 Science Symposium, 'Understanding Effective Cleaning', was adopted as the topic last month at a combined meeting of CIRI executive committee and Science Advisory Council members.
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New nanoseptic self-cleaning surfaces address travellers' hygiene issues

With a flurry of news reports about germs in airports and hotels, travellers are more concerned about cleanliness than ever so it follows that businesses need to become more aware of their responsibilities too.
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HealthSpace and Visionstate to target audit segment of facilities management

HealthSpace Data Systems and Visionstate have agreed to utilise HealthSpace's current suite of mobile audit applications and extend them for use within the facilities management space.

Visionstate's product suite includes Internet of Things devices that help track cleaning, maintenance and supply utilisation. Its WANDA device is installed in both public and private facilities such as hospitals, airports, shopping centres, arenas and office buildings.
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ISS focus on key accounts in fewer markets will lead to 100,000 job losses

ISS has revealed plans to cut 50% of its customers and some 100,000 jobs - representing a fifth of its global workforce - as it concentrates on key accounts and core services and leaves 13 countries that were among its least profitable markets: Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei, Brazil, Chile, Israel, Estonia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, Slovenia and Romania. These represent just 12% of ISS's group revenue and 8% of operating profits.
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Major new development in the fight against fatbergs

The fight against fatbergs received a major boost this weerk with the publication of a new official standard identifying which wet wipes can be flushed down toilets safely. Manufacturers of wipes will be able to feature an official water industry 'Fine to Flush' symbol on their packaging if they pass strict scientific tests.

This symbol will let potential buyers know that the products don't contain plastic and will break down in the sewer system instead of clogging up sewers and contributing to fatbergs which cause blockages and sewage overflows.
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Who assesses how effective you are?

Many readers of this publication will be aware from attending the prestigious 2018 Awards Event, or reading the 2018 Loo of the Year Awards Results Brochure, that there were National and UK/Republic of Ireland winners from all market sectors. These included first time and single-entry entrants and providers from small camping and caravan sites to town councils and cafes to major national companies and large local authorities.

Many small, national and international cleaning and facilities management companies enter each year and receive an independent assessment of their washroom provision and recognition for the high standard of their washroom provision. These opportunities continue in 2019.
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Christeyns Food Hygiene launches unique hygiene verification product

It goes without saying that food manufacturers and processors at all levels need to ensure the protection of the products they make from contamination. To do this, regular monitoring needs to be carried out to check for food spoilage microorganisms and food poisoning pathogens.

Christeyns Food Hygiene, a specialist in food and beverage hygiene, has recently entered a sole distribution partnership for a brand new and unique hygiene verification tool - FreshCheck.
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Principle celebrates 30th birthday

Principle Cleaning Services, the London-centric corporate cleaning specialist, which provides its services to some of the most famous landmark buildings in the Capital, is celebrating its 30th birthday.

Founded in January 1989 by Douglas Cooke, the company's executive chairman, Principle remains an independent family-owned business. Today, the company has a turnover of £54m and employs over 2,200 people. Its core values of people, quality and innovation are still at the heart of the business.
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Still 10 months until Hygienalia+Pulire yet 80% of space already booked

The fifth edition of the Hygienalia+Pulire tradeshow is still 10 months away yet more than 80% of the total exhibition space has been already booked. With a theme of 'Get moving', the event will take place at the Casa de Campo exhibition centre, in Madrid, Spain, from 12th through 14th November 2019.

The big rendezvous for the cleaning, professional hygiene and laundry sector of the Iberian Peninsula, Hygienalia+Pulire is expanding this year with an increased covered exhibition area and more exhibitors than ever.
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AirPHX technology confirmed in reducing HAI and GCBR

Effective on both airborne and surface pathogens, airPHX technology provides continuous infection control for the healthcare industry and is said to offer a cost-effective alternative to existing infection control protocols. Using a proprietary application of atmospheric cold plasma, airPHX is both scalable and affordable, and has been proven effective on 30 common HAI pathogens including bacteria, viruses and protozoa.

The manufacturer has confirmed successful results from deployment of its patented non-thermal plasma technology in two live hospital environments.
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Camfil welcomes Clean Air Strategy's focus on IAQ

Following the launch of the Government's Clean Air Strategy (14th January), Camfil welcomes its recognition of the effect of Indoor Air Quality on people's health.

The document outlines a range of recommendations that focus on reducing exposure to particulate matter (PM), the very smallest of which cause the most damage.
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Faster cleaning for major new pool complex

One of the UK's largest public swimming pools is to be cleaned using Prochem-supplied scrubber dryer technology. The opening of a new leisure centre in Morden Park, Surrey, sees in a major upgrading of wet area floor management geared to improving cleaning outcome with decreased user downtime.
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UK's The Cleaning Show announces the first ever 'Window Cleaning World Cup'

Terry 'Turbo' Burrows (pictured), still officially the world's fastest window cleaner after over 20 years, is officially challenging window cleaners from across the globe to try and take his crown at the UK's Cleaning Show expo in London in March.
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CHSA'S 2018 inspection results prove exceptional conformance to Accreditation Schemes

The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association's analysis of the 2018 performance of its Accreditation Schemes shows exceptional conformance in all areas. The results make it clear; if buyers of cleaning & hygiene products want to be certain that 'what's on the box is what's in the box', they need to look for the CHSA Accreditation Scheme marque.
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Manchester wipes manufacturer Techtex buys out competitors

Manchester-based supplier of healthcare and industrial fabrics, Technical Textile Services, which trades as Techtex, has announced the acquisition of two competitors, Whitminster International and Klenzeen, to strengthen its presence in healthcare and industrial wipes sector.
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Genesis Biosciences appoints Admiral Cleaning Supplies as sole UK distributor

Global microbial and anti-microbial product developer, Genesis Biosciences, has appointed Admiral Cleaning Supplies as the sole UK distributor for its professional probiotic cleaning range, Evogen Professional.
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Warm welcome for new products provides perfect 50th birthday boost for Arrow Solutions

One of the UK's leading manufacturers of professional cleaning and maintenance chemicals is celebrating its 50th birthday in style, after securing substantial business from the aerospace industry for its new impregnated wipe products.
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Don't let clogged gutters lead to bigger problems

Gutters that are filled with leaves, grass and other debris quickly become blocked and lead to internal building damp and mould problems - or even worse, irreparable damage to the property and stock which in turn could lead to higher insurance premiums.
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UKATA calls for greater asbestos awareness in the public sector

A leading authority for asbestos training provision in the UK, the UK Asbestos Training Association (UKATA), is urging all public sector employees to be asbestos-aware in order to better manage the 'ticking time-bomb' in thousands of public buildings.
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New waste and resources toolkit for local authorities

WRAP (Waste Action Resources Programme) has produced a new toolkit to help local authorities navigate the complexities of waste and recycling service design.

'Waste and Recycling Resources for Local Authorities' categorises WRAP's most popular resources under key themes such as contamination and food waste collections.
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Ecocleen wins contract to clean worker campus development at Hinkley Point C nuclear power station

HOST 2 has awarded an eight-year contract to Ecocleen's South West franchise, AHG Facilities Management, for the provision of cleaning services at one of the largest worker campus developments in Europe.
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Clean India Technology Week 2019
13-15th February 2019
Bangalore
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The Cleaning Show
19-21st March 2019
London
United Kingdom
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Clean Buildings Expo
26-27th March 2019
Baltimore
Maryland
USA
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IWFM Conference
24th April 2019
London
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Pulire Verona
21-23rd May 2019
Verona, Italy
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ISSA Cleantex Africa
4-6th June 2019
Johannesburg, South Africa
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ISSA Expo Limpieza 2019
5-7th June 2019
Mexico City
Mexico
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CMS Berlin
24-27th September 2019
Paired with:
CMS World Summit 2019
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CMS World Summit 2019
24-26th September 2019
Paired with:
CMS Cleaning Management Services

Hygienalia+Pulire
12-14th November 2019
Madrid, Spain
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ISSA North America
18-21st November 2019
Las Vegas
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