Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 24th October 2019 Issue no. 891
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Products Northwell now using PurpleSun UV technology to disinfect operating rooms
PW-Aroma introduces Scentaura fragrance diffuser range
Polaris Introduces new range of EuCertPlast refuse sacks
Bio security: Cleaning ATM machines and internal surfaces
Kimberly-Clark recognised for sustainability leadership by EPA SmartWay and Ethical Corporation
Anago Cleaning Systems officially opens new headquarters
Rosemor shares escalator/travellator cleaning expertise
Hoppecke converts lead-acid trucks and equipment to lithium-ion with ease
Carl Software develops useful prototype for maintenance
IICRC announces 2020 Board of Directors
Tennant Coatings launches Eco-MVR 100 moisture mitigation flooring system
New equipment is powered by van on tick-over
Industrial cleaning market worldwide is projected to grow by US$15BN
CMS Berlin 2019: Cleaning summit - a polished performance
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Recent Facebook posts in groups local to me about the growing menace of overnight thefts from work vans took on more importance thanks to a press release I received for use in Cleanzine's sister publication, Kbzine. The release concerned a campaign aimed at stamping out tool theft from vans and the statistics left me aghast: 37% of us say we've fallen victim to this type of theft, while 65% know someone who has. It occurred to me that it's not just tradespeople who'll be affected, since cleaners won't be emptying their vans of equipment and chemicals overnight, will they? I wondered how much is lost to our already tightly-run contracting teams through theft; not only thanks to missing equipment - which has to be replaced - and the resulting higher insurance premiums if claims are made, but also the inability to provide the contracted service because there's no equipment available to use. Small business insurer, Simply Business, which protects over half a million clients, is calling on the Government to implement greater fines for those convicted of theft from work vans, as well as tighter regulations on the selling of second-hand tools and equipment. It's launched a petition with the aim of attracting 100,000 signatures for the measures to be debated in Parliament: www.petition.parliament.uk Some 60% of those surveyed believe there need to be greater sentences for thieves, while 55% believe there should be greater fines for those convicted; 28% reckon the sentence should be five years in prison and 5% believe a £10,000 fine should be imposed. Half of us also believe there should be greater funding for police and police presence on the streets, 32% want to see greater restrictions on the selling of second-hand tools, and a further 30% believe there should be more CCTV in place. In addition, 20% want to see more street lights installed to deter thieves. Simply Business suggests that to thwart thieves, you and any employees try and park in busy, well-lit areas, preferably in view of a CCTV camera, with sliding or rear doors against a wall or sturdy fence so it's difficult for them to be opened. And if you do become a victim, a record of the serial numbers of your equipment - which should be permanently and visibly marked with your company name and contact details, could well hamper a potential black market sale. It will also help dealings with your insurer and possibly even reunite you with your stolen goods.
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          This Week's News
Lorcan Mekitarian sets out his agenda as Chairman of the CHSA
"The CHSA Accreditation Schemes guarantee standards in the cleaning and hygiene sector," he said. Cintas crowns Nashville Zoo 'America's Best Restroom'
As this year's winner, Nashville Zoo will get to properly crown its golden thrones with prizes from Cintas. International partnership will bring new scrubber dryer technology to the UK
Distributors wanted for newly enhanced SlipStop - the shopping centre safety essential
Now, UK-based SlipStop manufacturer IIC Products has rolled out an added innovation that enhances the safety levels of the product even further - liners with an integrated absorbent pad which soaks up as much as 2.5-litres of liquid. New cleaning system with lifetime warranty on vacuum motor conserves water, chemicals and labour
Built for cleaning and degreasing floors in commercial kitchens and restrooms, the machine can also be used to clean floors in warehouses, fitness gyms or even for flood and salt pick-up. New waste & recycling webinar series starts soon
Webinars will range from bite-size 20 minute sessions, to more in-depth, one hour-long discussions. Pollution damages health of street cleaning crews and other outdoor workers
The research shows that hospital admittances related to cardiac arrests, strokes and severe asthma attacks increase during key periods when pollution is at its greatest. Phs wins contract to supply every school and college in England with free period products
The Government is funding the initiative which will provide free products for young people across secondary schools, primary schools and colleges in England. Glasgow Science Centre chooses Veltia Quiet Mark accredited V fusion hand dryer
Attracting over 420,00 participants each year, Glasgow Science Centre, located on the south bank of the River Clyde in Glasgow, is a great family attraction that presents science and technology in unique and inspiring ways. It has lots of activities to keep visitors of all ages entertained for hours. There are two acres of interactive exhibits, workshops, science shows, activities, a planetarium, Glasgow Tower and an IMAX cinema. IWFM partners with tech giant to explore opportunities from smart workplaces
A new programme themed around connected and smart workplaces will see the two organisations collaborate on new research that could influence workplace performance. From green to pink in aid of charity
From the production team to the board room, workers at the Victoria Road firm threw themselves behind the cause and raised more than £100 from their efforts. 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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Announcing the CSSA's 2020 Innovation Showcase
Taking place every two years, the Innovation Showcase is again backed by the Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association which is sponsoring the event. Coming clean: The dirty truth behind UK offices
Ladder Association responds to recent HSE prosecution
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The Showcase & Exhibition commenced in the morning with a lighter and brighter approach, which included a series of insightful Keynotes and members of 'Team BICSc' delivering 'Great at 58', a look back through the decades of the Institute. New advice helps protect safety and health of window cleaners who use water-fed poles
The leaflet, entitled 'Window cleaning poles: how to do it and look after your body', is the result of a research initiative and could greatly improve the safety and wellbeing of workers who use water-fed poles when cleaning high windows. 2019 Loo of the Year Awards sponsors announced
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