Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 22nd May 2025 Issue no. 1163
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  International News
Products Harrisons launches The Industrial Range of High Performance Nonwoven Wipes
Pudu Robotics' PUDU MT1 wins 2025 Red Dot Award for Product Design
Ulrika Kolsrud new president and CEO of Essity
Gloves do not replace hand hygiene - reminder from WHO
Battery-operated cleaning items addressed in proposed standard
Survey reveals widening gender gap in handwashing habits
Genesis+HOCl’s indoor air quality expertise showcased
New Jersey custodian wins 2025 Cintas Custodian of the Year contest
Offices are key to reinforcing culture and belonging (and thus need cleaning): a global study
Xclusive Services recognised as Avendra International approved janitorial provider
Samsic broadens service offering in Ireland through Ailesbury Services’ acquisition
Already active in Ireland since 1977, primarily through cleaning services, Samsic is now accelerating its development in the country by integrating Ailesbury Services, a leading provider of cleaning, security and support services in Ireland. LG launches commercial robotic vacuum cleaner for hotels
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I didn't expect to come up with an idea for a Leader whilst carrying out babysitting duties for my toddler granddaughter, but taking over from her father and about to switch off the TV, (since I'm not a fan of children’s TV when there’s so much else to discover and enjoy!) I noticed that the presenter was in a washroom which housed an Ophardt soap dispenser and Phs warm air hand dryer. Thinking that this was an unusual - and somewhat weird, choice of programme to use as a distraction strategy to stop the wriggles during nappy changing, I looked more closely and saw the BBC’S CBeebies logo. As the channel's aimed at children aged-6 and under, you might imagine why I became more puzzled! It turned out to be an educational piece about some of the things we use when we visit a washroom. Presenter Maddie, first visiting a factory to see how hand dryers work, showed how infrared light is used to switch on the dryer, while slow-motion filming showed water droplets blasted off her hands. Next, she talked viewers through the production process as she walked around a toilet tissue manufacturing factory.
Filmed in 2018, the piece lasted about 15 minutes and, I felt, was really interesting – not only for the aged-6 and unders but for their parents/carers too. In looking for the link to include here, I discovered that this isn’t the only piece involving our industry that’s been covered. Think ‘Toilet flush & toilets’, (how a flush works, why it gurgles, toilet manufacturing facility tour), ‘Bin lorry & newspaper’ (recycling, from how a bin lorry works externally and internally, recycling plant visit to see how rubbish is sorted, then on to a paper mill), ‘Handwash & vacuum’ (handwash manufacturing facility followed by appliance testing centre visits to see how a vacuum cleaner works), ‘Metal recycling centre & road sign’ (how metal’s recycled and reused, involving a scrapped vehicle recycling centre and road sign factory visit), ‘Window Cleaning Cradle’ (brave Maddie up in the cradle with the window cleaning team).
I haven’t watched the other episodes but plan to, since I’m formulating ideas on how this type of content might not only help teach our little ones while they’re still highly impressionable, about the importance of cleaning, hygiene, waste disposal and the need to take great care of our environment, but perhaps - if aimed at older children and teenagers, encourage those still undecided about their careers, (and those between jobs!) to consider a role in this great industry which is crying out for good people. Inspired and full of ideas? Please do get in touch!
    This Week's News
Finalists announced for 'Product of the Year ISSA Pulire 2025' Award
They are: WFBSC celebrates resounding success of 2025 Global Executive Congress in Auckland
The Congress delivered two days of compelling content and meaningful networking, set against the incredible backdrop of Auckland's state-of-the-art venue at the Grand Millennium Hotel and Conference Centre and rich local culture.  Greyland launches new Bar and Cellar Range to elevate industry standards
This powerful new line includes four innovative products designed to meet the rigorous needs of modern pubs, bars, and cellar environments. HKBU develops new catalytic membrane that boosts efficiency of cleaning wastewater using oxygen
 Zvoove acquires Dutch ERP provider Nocore
This strengthens Zvoove's market position in two key areas: digital software solutions for cleaning services providers and for temporary staffing agencies, tailored to the complex needs of migrant labour in the Dutch market. Needle indicates growth and even greater success for Tennant UK and its customers
Emma brings a wealth of experience and leadership to this new role, having previously led commercial excellence and customer-focused initiatives within Tennant for the past 17 years; her promotion marks a significant step in the company's continued commitment to delivering innovative cleaning solutions to businesses across the UK.  Sanitation Foundation launches ‘Don't Do New York City Dirty’ anti-littering campaign
New research conducted by the Foundation revealed that while 83% of New Yorkers express pride in their city, nearly 40% admit to littering - a gap the campaign seeks to close by empowering everyone to keep their city clean. AHCP to mark 50th year with anniversary conference and party
Free of charge for past and current AHCP members, the event will start at 13:00 and finish at midnight. During the day there will be a small conference, branch portals and mini exhibition. The evening celebrations will start at 19:00 with hot food, followed by the Association’s ‘Anniversary Awards’, fun packed entertainment and DJ. Bright Chem celebrates six-month anniversary of WoolSafe Certification
This milestone marks a significant achievement for the brand, which has rapidly grown in the market thanks partly to the trust and credibility established through the WoolSafe Certification Mark. The Cleanzine Archive Search We keep an extensive archive of news stories and product information that have featured in past issues of The Cleanzine. If you would like to run a search of the The Cleanzine web site using the search tool below please just go ahead by entering in the name of the person, product or company or any other key words that you are looking for. How to contact us at The Cleanzine:
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