Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 23rd November 2023 Issue no. 1090
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Microban launches Refresh: a patent-pending odour capture technology that is completely metal free
Microban is a global leader in antimicrobial and odour control technology, and has developed Refresh as part of its ongoing dedication to sustainable textiles manufacturing. This patent-pending formula is designed to address the needs of both manufacturers and users, by providing an effective solution to tackle permastink without relying on traditional heavy metal chemistries. F "Our goal is to improve lives through groundbreaking technology and make a difference in patient care by preventing healthcare-associated infections," explains Marek Jaluvka, chief business development and new partnerships officer at Adyton. "As one of the leading infection prevention solutions, EvaClean is the perfect partner to help us achieve this goal." Ecoray can help with infection control during Covid-19 and beyond
Using UV Technology to destroy micro-organisms on a cellular level, the Ecoray system can destroy up to 97% of bacteria, mould or viruses without the use of a chemical. NYU Langone health study confirms efficacy of EvaClean PurTabs NaDCC disinfectant
Over the course of an 18-month period, Dr Phillips, along with environmental services and building services teams, worked closely with EvaClean, the infection prevention division of EarthSafe Chemical Alternatives, to implement the study at two NYUL hospitals with a total of 1082 beds. Georgia Tech saved $700,000 with GenEon
UMF names Lisa Gross National Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award recipient
An Aramark Healthcare+ employee who has served Methodist Dallas Medical Center for more than five years, Lisa was nominated by Aramark Healthcare+ senior human resources manager Blake Jaren for her commitment to cleanliness and safety, alongside her ability to connect with patients. Colop’s continued partnership with Microban International helps stamp out bacteria
Growing consumer demand for smarter products that are protected against bacterial growth spurred Colop into creating an entirely new kind of stamp more than 10 years ago. The proven antimicrobial formulation from Microban is integrated into products at the stage of manufacture, and lasts for the stamp's expected lifetime. Gothenburg gets world's first hospital linen optical waste sorting system
It is the first time that optical sorting technology has been used to manage soiled linen in a hospital environment. Its inclusion, which follows Envac's successful procurement bid, will significantly reduce time spent manually sorting soiled linen at the hospital's off-site laundry. Time and cost savings made by reducing manual sorting is expected to be reinvested in other front-line services.
One of the most successful developments in recent years has been the Bio-Guard Coating range which creates more hygienic surfaces with the use of Polygiene Biomaster. Additionally, the range incorporates Polygiene Verimaster security technology to verify the presence of the antimicrobial technology. Proven during pandemic, pioneering technology now expanding
Now the Danish company is in the process of implementing and testing the robot at one of the biggest hospitals in the United Arab Emirates.
The highly absorbent cleaning cloth especially suits demanding mechanical cleaning tasks in hygienically-sensitive areas due to its proven ability in removing bacteria and viruses by 99.99% on all surfaces. Hospital floors may pose a larger health risk than previously thought
Because items in the patient's room may touch the floor, pathogens on hospital floors can rapidly move to the hands and high-touch surfaces throughout a hospital room. Needlesmart clinical waste boxes to save NHS more than £120 million in government plastic tax
NeedleSmart is collaborating with the NHS, facilitated through the NHS Supply Chain innovation route, to drive a campaign forward to minimise single-use plastics and associated packaging. As of 1st April, and as part of the Government's recycling policies, all plastic packaging must contain 30% recycled material or be subject to a levy of £200 per tonne. Healthcare Cleaning Forum: Healthcare environmental hygiene turning towards the future
Visitors to this year's conference can look forward to interesting keynote speeches and breakout sessions relating to themes such as the impact of Covid, cleaning and disinfection, (international) guidelines, sustainability, the importance of evidence-based interventions and new, innovative technology. Rawlins secures exclusive rights for FogPod
The devices use micro-fogging technology to disperse micro water particles, in the form of fog. These tiny particles are capable of penetrating surfaces deeper and more effectively than traditional sprays. With the correct chemistry, this process destroys 99.999% of all known germs, bacteria, pathogens and viruses. ISSA & PPE Fraud Coalition pen letter to Congress calling for PPE fraud action
A joint letter from the two bodies describes how demand for PPE during the pandemic created opportunities for deceptive contracts between US businesses and foreign PPE suppliers that were either abandoned without fulfilment or which delivered counterfeit, substandard, or even soiled products. Bupa and NHS choose virus-killing air purifiers that can be used in occupied spaces
The units are offered in five different versions, with the size of the machine dictated by the volume of air purification required. The concept remains the same across all models, whereby polluted air is drawn into the rear of the unit, where it is filtered and cleaned using a combination of negative Ion particles. Vitalacy adds SmartBadge to hand hygiene monitoring portfolio
The latest addition to the Vitalacy Patient Safety Platform, this entry-level device enables healthcare systems to meet the Leapfrog Group's hand hygiene standards at a competitive price point. The SmartBadge provides a cost-efficient, yet accurate and effective way of improving hand hygiene compliance, which research studies have linked to lower healthcare-acquired infections. Healthcare, hospitality and other cleaning staff facing 'burnout' due to severe staff shortages
The extra procedures and protocols put in place during the pandemic to protect people's health along with the current severe staff shortages in the sector, compounded by staff absences due to winter illnesses and the disease itself and increasing numbers of personnel leaving the industry, have created a dangerous cocktail which has raised concerns for the health of staff. |
Chlorine disinfectant is no more effective than water at killing off superbug, says new study
Research by the University of Plymouth has showed spores of Clostridioides difficile, commonly known as C. diff, are completely unaffected despite being treated with the high concentrations of bleach used in many hospitals. In fact, the chlorine chemicals are no more effective at damaging the spores when used as a surface disinfectant than using water with no additives. SRFC Bio's breakthrough infection control technology, Protecta Clean, launches in UK
The product cleans surfaces, disinfects bacteria and viruses at application, and keeps killing 99.9% of bacteria for up to 48 hours after it dries without leaving any visible or sticky residue. The technology was successfully launched in the US in October 2022 and will now be made available internationally. Taking infection prevention from the clinics to the casinos
The Steri-Write device, now in use in both healthcare settings and public offices, disinfects pens to reduce the spread of infections transferred on our hands. Its UV disinfection removes 99.9% of pathogens to enhance safety. Expert training helps achieve optimum cleaning while working safely
"The machine is only as good as the person using it," says Mike. "To get the best results out of your investment you have to ensure that all staff have been trained correctly - and, most importantly - are using the equipment safely. Gojo recognised as a key partner to the NHS
Widely used in the NHS, Purell is a trusted brand in healthcare facilities around the world. As a market leader of hand hygiene within the UK's health service, it has been instrumental in helping core NHS metrics to be achieved, such as reductions in the number of healthcare associated infections (HCAIs). New UVpro FMT Air and Surface Treatment boosts hygiene standards across industries
The UVpro FMT is specifically engineered to be installed in storage tanks, where its flange-mounted lamps effectively eliminate germs in the air and on inner tank walls. Using advanced UVC technology, Nuvonic's solution provides a highly efficient disinfection process, safeguarding the integrity of stored products and maintaining optimal hygiene standards. CHSA's Glossary helps buyers navigate spurious claims relating to cleaning chemicals
All members of the CHSA adhere to the requirements of the relevant Accreditation and have signed the Association's rigorous Code of Practice. It means CHSA members: NHS SBS launches £1.7bn decontamination procurement framework with end-to-end management offer
NHS SBS's procurement framework, Decontamination Services & Solutions, offers end-to-end decontamination solutions. It comes at a time that sees the building and roll-out of surgical hubs being scaled up across the country to increase capacity and ease the pressure on elective surgery. Sodexo extends 15-year partnership with Queen's Hospital, Romford for a further five years
Sodexo has delivered the soft FM services at the hospital since 2006 as part of the PFI contract with ProjectCo and Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust. How DAM Healthcare reduced waiting room germs with SteraSpace air sanitisation units
The company, which provides a range of healthcare options including gut health, menopause and fertility testing, carried out an independent trial at one of its Covid-19 test centres, where the units were positioned in the practice waiting room. Keeping test centres clean was at the top of the agenda during the pandemic and plays an ongoing role post pandemic in ensuring both the support of staff and patient safety. Introducing MicroGuard: Microban’s antimicrobial technology for PU, EVA and PVC
MicroGuard technology provides high antifungal efficacy and 24/7 built-in protection, preventing microbial degradation to extend the useful product lifetime. CDVI’s new accessible toilet lock system features MicroGuard anti-microbial coating
Five ways to slow surging spread of Norovirus Norovirus is in full swing in the US this Winter. While the number of cases hit historic lows during the pandemic, now it's behind us, experts believe 2023 may be a record year for cases. Likewise flu in the UK and other parts of the world. Norovirus is a family of viruses typically spread when an infected person vomits. A typical year sees about 20 million cases, around 800 deaths, and nearly 100,000 hospitalisations. UK manufacture of hand sanitiser products: current arrangements for Article 95 compliance to end
One, was adopting a pragmatic and proportionate approach to the requirement for all biocidal products supplied in the UK to contain active substances sourced from suppliers on the Article 95 list. This is now to end. Expert explains how evidence-based cleaning will help reduce HCAI deaths
Bobrick launches B-9100 PureDri sanitising hand dryer
“PureDri represents a true breakthrough in hygiene, health and wellness,” says the company. “The key to its efficacy is dual waveband UV-C technology that neutralises common airborne pathogens, proven to eliminate over 99% of bacteria, viruses, mould and fungi.” BESA event speaker warns that NHS waiting lists won't fall unless we fix ventilation
World Health Organisation child health advocate Rosamund Adoo Kissi-Debrah told an event organised by the Building Engineering Services Association that children will continue to die unless governments and the ventilation industry work together to address poor indoor air quality. B-Sure Installations launches B-Spoke Hygiene Board service
B-Spoke Hygiene Boards are designed specifically to meet all a customer's hygiene needs in one and are pre-treated to be completely anti-microbial. Tork launches innovative hygiene trainings for staff in long term care homes
With cleaning & hygiene protocols more stringent than ever, 58% of cleaning staff have said they find it challenging to follow all the steps and tasks in cleaning guidelines and 68% of care staff would like to receive better and more interesting/interactive training in hand hygiene. Oxonox reveals game changing performance of its lift and escalator sterilisation solutions
Designed to restore the public's confidence in post-pandemic hygiene and drive footfall, Oxonox’s two controlled plasma sterilisation solutions have demonstrated that they provide round-the-clock protection against viruses and bacteria, reducing the microbiological load continually by 90% on average, both in the air and on surfaces, outside of laboratory conditions.
This statistic is key as it demonstrates the products' effectiveness in real world environments, as opposed to sterile laboratory settings. New frontline workwear uniforms inhibit bacterial growth
The new workwear, marketed under the Workwear Group logo, incorporates Polygiene's innovative StayFresh technology. StayFresh specifically works to inhibit the growth of odour-causing bacteria in fabric. Polygiene's principle of 'Wear more. Wash less' means that treated garments can be washed less frequently, saving time, water, and energy. Researchers develop plastic film that can kill viruses using room lights
The self-sterilising film is said to be the first of its kind - it is low cost to produce, can be readily scaled and could be used for disposable aprons, tablecloths and curtains in hospitals. It is coated with a thin layer of particles that absorb UV light and produce reactive oxygen species - ROS. These kill viruses, including SARS2. |
SoftBank publishes a study on the effects of air quality through the deployment of cobotics
Partnering with Infogrid - the smart building expert - utilising its air monitoring sensors, over 400,000 data points were taken in several sites, monitoring airborne particulates under normal activity and subsequently following the deployment of automated cobots. ACI and Trades unveil new factsheet on role of enzymes in detergent products
"The aim of this factsheet is to explain the role of these important ingredients, their environmental benefits and specific applications in a straightforward way, suitable for all audiences, both technical and non-technical," explains Dr Francis Kruszewski, ACI senior director, human health & safety. Chloe the robot joins Sodexo cleaning team at Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Chloe the robot will be helping the team who keep Stoke Mandeville hospital a clean and safe space for all by ensuring the floors of communal areas, corridors, entrances and the children's wards are kept spotless, whilst her human colleagues concentrate on sanitising touch points around the hospital which is crucial to preventing the spread of infections such as Covid-19.
222Protect is a safe Far-UVC light fixture which can be installed in overhead lighting and air handling units to destroy Covid-19 found in exhaled microdroplets in indoor environments. Mitie secures new £92.5m contract to support the John Radcliffe Hospital
The appointment follows a value testing exercise carried out between The Hospital Company Limited (THC) and Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) NHS Foundation Trust, as part of the existing John Radcliffe PFI arrangement. Microban International announces a new range of antiviral technologies
Microban has long been a trusted partner in a wide range of sectors - from consumer and healthcare to industrial and construction - and this announcement adds to the versatility of the company's technology portfolio.
CounterAct fixtures are designed for use in occupied indoor spaces, from cinemas, theme parks, museums and sports complexes, to retail facilities and restaurants, as well as transit hubs at airports, train and subway stations. 21st Birthday celebrations for Zybax
The company is continuing to develop new products providing sustainable and environmentally-friendly solutions and will shortly be launching a range of super concentrates with reduced packaging and clever dosing options. Hospital-grade microfibre said to eliminate risk of recontamination
Leading manufacturers are using these high-performance microfibre yarns to develop a new standard for materials targeting infection prevention in hospitals, hotels, cruise lines, long term care, and many other industries.
Room Shield has signed a joint venture agreement with a North Staffordshire manufacturer to bring its HOCL (hypochlorous acid) products to the commercial marketplace. ISS strengthens leadership position in the healthcare segment in Turkey
As a result, ISS will provide facilities management services, including cleaning, security, food, pest control, landscaping, reception, patient transport, laundry services and waste management, in a Public-Private-Partnership at four newly built hospitals (Adana, Elazı, Bursa and Yozgat) in Turkey until 2045. Vapourtec's easy-HC10 delivers significant cost savings
A significantly important year for the NHS and the world, the packed conference programme discusses Covid-19 epidemiology, Hospital Acquired SARS-CoV-2 infection, the dangers of measles re-emergence, other infections during a pandemic, what we can learn from other countries and other viruses, and much, much more.
This is the 45th peer-reviewed and published study validating Xenex Disinfection Services' patented pulsed xenon UV room disinfection technology, and the third published study verifying LightStrike's efficacy against VRE, a deadly pathogen that can live on hospital surfaces for days to weeks. Confidence in NHS grade UV-C light robots boosts care home infection prevention & control
Infection prevention control (IPC) is the cornerstone and needs to be thorough, fast and safe. A traditional deep clean is time consuming, uses chemicals, and rooms and facilities are not always returned immediately, as often the space will need more time to clear. What if there were to be an outbreak and there was an easier and more efficient way to deal with it? ISS launches ‘science of cleaning’ research project
ISS worked closely with NHS England and NHS Improvement in the development of the recently published National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2021. Global Hygiene Summit to take place in Singapore in 2022
However, despite hygiene being the preventive component of the global fight against infectious diseases, it has languished as a minority scientific and political interest for decades.
The XLERATORsync dryer is the latest innovative deployment of Excel Dryer's cutting-edge technology. Beneath its modern exterior, the dryer houses technology developed with NASA rocket scientists to ensure optimal hand drying performance. |
