Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 4th October 2018 Issue no. 840
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Products IEHA launches healthcare initiative at ISSA Show North America 2018
Tennant to improve coverage in China with acquisition of Gaomei Cleaning Equipment
Goodway's new industrial descaling system boasts large capacity for high performance
Bullen announces new Spray N Roll and Spray N Go products
IICRC acquires ICRA's Certification and Assessment Programs The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning & Restoration Certification has announced that it has acquired the performance assessment and certification programs of the International Cleaning & Restoration Association as of August 31, 2018. Idexx Pseudalert Test accepted as Global ISO Standard
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Cleanzine - the original Cleaning & Hygiene industry e-news Read by industry professionals in 163 countries worldwide! My daughters and I were attending a function a couple of weeks back & thanks to a miscommunication ended up in the wrong location. Upon realising our error, we decided that a visit to the loo might be a good idea before moving on and as we couldn't find a facility in the Staines central multi-storey car park where we'd stupidly paid to park for most of the day, we decided to call in at the library next door. And while I liked that it had a mini-museum, free wi-fi, newspapers and computers, I wasn't at all impressed that it didn't have a loo! Luckily the shopping centre did, but our lengthy trek made me wonder what on earth people do when the mall is shut? And a library without a public toilet? I really can't get my head around that one! I know I'm always banging on about toilets and how many are closing down all over the UK, causing those with weak bladders, bowel/stomach issues, pregnant women etc to stay away from the areas that don't provide these essential facilities, but I wonder at the thinking behind the closures. Yes, I know washrooms cost money to maintain, that disposables use up budget and cleaners need to be paid... then there are issues of potential vandalism and drug-taking... but time and time again, savvy local authorities have proved that good 'away from home' toilets attract the public who'll shop, eat, drink, take part in activities and pay for entertainment and with it, parking. As well as bringing money into the area, they help it thrive - as the judges of the soon-to-be-announced Loo of the Year Awards will attest (and if you haven't yet secured your ticket to this fun event, there's a link further down the page but do be quick, as there aren't many tickets left). It crossed my mind during our hasty exit from the Staines library that whereas free wi-fi used to attract custom to a facility that offered it, so many establishments are starting to do so that soon it will become less of a draw than the possibility of being able to use the loo. Crazy, isn't it? In today's news we report that worldwide, some 4.5 billion people are still without access to a proper toilet. And while I grumble about the UK's public toilet closures, I do realise how lucky I am not to be one of those without any facilities whatsoever. Please get in touch either by emailing me or posting a comment on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/Cleanzine
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          This Week's News
Brightwell Dispensers appoints Rachel Halliday as business development manager
Changes at the top for Diversey
Carlos Sagasta, chief financial officer, and Gaetano Redaelli, global president, Professional Division, have become joint deputy CEOs and in addition to their current roles, will be responsible for running the company until a successor to Dr Kadri is identified. Cleaners in the spotlight: Thank Your Cleaner Day 2018
Every day tens of thousands of skilled, hardworking cleaning staff are onsite to ensure premises, working and living environments are kept clean, safe and hygienic ensuring they are 'ready to go' for the next business day. 10th Anniversary of World MRSA Day - A call to action
In the US, 85% of all MRSA infections are acquired in healthcare facilities and campaigners are calling for immediate action from the US Congress and the production of public awareness programs implemented like there were for HIV/AIDS. WHO calls for increased investment to reach the goal of a toilet for all
Cleaning products industry has $59 billion direct impact on US economy
The report, prepared for ACI by the Manufacturing Institute's Center for Manufacturing Research in partnership with Inforum, examines economic data from 2016, the most recent year where full data is available. New deal delivers 80% of waste to energy
This material, which would previously have gone to landfill, will be treated at Viridor's new Energy Recovery Facility in Dunbar, where it is converted into energy. ISS divesting Netherlands non-core cleaning portfolio to Dutch contractor CSU
Mitie Pest Control sold to Rentokil Initial for £40 million in cash
Industry giants partner to offer premium smart washroom management system
This industry-first partnership offers facilities managers the Kimberly-Clark Professional Onvation 'Smart Restroom' management system which features Scott towel and bath tissue, and Purell hand soap. Another year of washroom judging completed
Early analysis of entry grading indicates some exceptional washrooms will be competing for the large range of awards available. Mitie secures two-year extension with Vodafone Mitie has been awarded a two-year extension to its existing facilities management contract with Vodafone UK. This extension, which begins on 1st April 2020, follows an initial six-year contract and involves such services as cleaning, waste, security, catering, energy management, project work, and planned & reactive mechanical and electrical maintenance across c. 1,250 properties across the UK, including data centres, corporate buildings and retail stores. The initial contract period achieved substantial savings for Vodafone, reducing cost by over 15% of the contract value by changing the service design. Mitie will deploy its connected workplace technology to further increase efficiencies. New Clorox Disinfecting Bio Stain & Odour Remover safely deals with body fluids
To help facilities address these tough messes, the manufacturer has developed Clorox Disinfecting Bio Stain & Odour Remover, an innovative one-step product that cleans, disinfects and deodorises surfaces and can be used for accidents involving the toughest bio soils such as blood, faeces, vomit and urine on both hard and soft surfaces.
In a sector blighted by myths and misconceptions, 'Get a Grip' on ladder safety is a new campaign that aims to put ladder training at the top of the height safety agenda. When it's right to use a ladder, use the right ladder and get trained to use it safely, says the Association. Essity and Fotografiska launch 'Hand to Hand' exhibition with Paul Hansen
Adam GmbH is a rental specialist of aerial work platforms, telehandlers and forklifts, founded in 1990 by current managing director Markus Adam. The company is based in Hanau, near Frankfurt, has 20 employees, two locations and operates a fleet of 110 machines, including scissor lifts, boom lifts and truck-mounted platforms. 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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