Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 2nd March 2017 Issue no. 761
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International News
Products Cleaning services market to reach $74,299 million, globally, by 2022
Keeping food clean and safe to eat
Meet Moptimus Prime, the latest recruit to Mitie's cleaning team!
Kleen-Tex acquires a leading UK residential mat brand
"With Turtle Mats, we are gaining a strong retail brand for our company portfolio, especially in the UK market," explains Jürgen Teubenbacher, managing director of Kleen-Tex in Europa GmbH. "For both companies, there are very positive synergies - on sales, marketing, and distribution." Reconfigurable work platform combines the flexibility and strength
MEPs to vote this week on regulation of robots
Sodexo reveals trends shaping the global workplace in 2017
Growing healthcare sector to boost global industrial cleaning market through to 2021
In this market research report, Technavio covers the market outlook and growth prospects of the global industrial cleaning market for 2017-2021. The market is further categorised into five segments based on the chemicals used, including surfactants, enzymes, builders, fragrances and processing aids. Older workers are not only wiser - they're more productive
Vectair Systems' in-house sales support team can service EMEA customers in nine languages
Henkel reported to be in talks to buy Sealed Air's Diversey professional cleaning business
The talks are said to have been revealed by two sources, but have yet to be confirmed by either company, according to the publication. Creating a facilities management programme: 'Do's' and 'Don'ts'
Fight Norovirus and keep schools open
Clorox Professional introduces new portfolio of odour control products
Teens wow officials with train coach cleaning system Eight students in Mumbai have developed a novel vacuum cleaning system for train coaches, in a project said to have impressed cleaning officials even attracted the attention of railway minister Suresh Prabhu. The students - five of whom are US citizens and all aged 12-14 - visited Vadodara and Mumbai stations to study the rubbish disposal in train coaches before devising the cleaning system. Top Danish law firm picks ISS Denmark as its facility services partner
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Cleanzine - the original Cleaning & Hygiene industry e-news Read by industry professionals in 163 countries worldwide! I write this to the sound of drilling and hammering from the next room. I've finally given up on trying to deal with limescale at home and have succumbed to the lure of the water softener - it's currently being fitted. Over the 25 years I've been part of this industry (now that's a scary thought... I'm getting older!) I've received dozens of press releases and spoken with many representatives at exhibitions about limescale problems, seen loads of 'before & after' pictures and watched demonstrations proving how good individual products are at dealing with limescale, but sadly, everything I've tried at home hasn't quite done the trick. And it's not just the cleaning aspect either. The stuff eats through a kettle every 18 months or so. What's it doing to my insides, I wonder... Perhaps my limescale issues are worse than normal, with my water supply fed by the rains falling on the North Downs? Who knows? Anyway, I'm looking forward to a gleaming sink, drainer, taps and kettle, streak-free windows and shower screen and a scum-free bath - oh - and drinking tea that doesn't have dark patches floating on it, which stick to the side of the cup as it slowly empties. I gather I'll also be spending less on cleaning products, which need to be used in higher concentrates when mixed with hard water - something I'll no longer have. I'll let you know how it goes... In getting the area ready for the fitters this morning, I noticed things that could have been cleaned better, which I tend not to normally be aware of, but when looking at it through what would be the fitters' eyes, had me running for the vacuum cleaner and reaching for my cleaning cloths. It made me wonder whether this type of thinking is what separates a good cleaner from a bad one - the ability to look at the finished job, from the point of view of a building user... Less of a: "I've done that so it must be clean" and more of a "How does it actually look, when viewed with a 'fresh' eye?" I mentioned exhibitions earlier and of course it's only a couple of weeks until the UK's own Cleaning Show opens its doors at London's ExCel and we'll be examining new solutions to old cleaning problems. Have you emailed me your press release yet? Please get in touch either by emailing me or posting a comment on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/Cleanzine You can also follow us on Twitter @cleanzine Yours, This Week's News
Tennant Company announces agreement with Ambienta to acquire IPC Group Tennant Company has announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with private equity fund Ambienta to acquire Italy's IPC Group, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $350 million (€330 million). In 2016, IPC Group generated annual sales of approximately $203 million (€192 million). When finalized, this will be the largest acquisition in Tennant Company history. "Acquiring IPC Group is a strategic move that aligns with our growth aspirations," said Chris Killingstad, Tennant Company president and chief executive officer. "IPC Group significantly increases our presence and market share in Europe, and more than doubles Tennant's current EMEA business. BCC Industry Trends Report 2017 published The cleaning industry contributes almost £25 billion to the UK economy according to the latest figures released by the British Cleaning Council. The report complied for the BCC by market research company, Firedog Research, shows that in addition to being a huge net contributor to the UK economy, the cleaning industry is also one of its biggest employers, with over 700,000 people. Grow your business at the Cleaning Show with free advice from the experts With the UK economy still struggling to rise out of recession, uncertainty around Brexit and growing business pressures with new legislation on minimum wage and pensions, The Cleaning Show is offering free seminar sessions from a wide range of industry experts to help you grow your business. On Wednesday 15th March the afternoon programme will be aimed at SMEs and medium sized businesses with the aim of 'Growing Your Business'. The presentations will start at 13.30 with Luke Elliott and Roberta Donzelli from Amazon Business, Industrial & Scientific Supplies explaining 'How to hack the online market: Insider tips on finding growth'. European Cleaning Days 2017 - Let's unite to promote professional cleaning in Europe EUnited Cleaning, with the support of the European Federation of Cleaning Industries and the International Association for Soaps, Detergents & Maintenance Products, is relaunching its 'European Cleaning Days' campaign. Aimed at promoting and highlighting the importance and benefits of professional cleaning in places such as offices, hospitals, airports, train stations, etc. the campaign is scheduled to run throughout May 2017. Industrial & Institutional Cleaning Products - Global Strategic Business Report 2016, published Research & Markets has announced the addition of the 'Industrial & Institutional Cleaning Products - Global Strategic Business Report' to its offering. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2015 through 2022. Also, a six-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. New Washroom Cleaner of the Year Awards introduced New for 2017 - the Washroom Cleaner of the Year Awards have replaced the previous Attendant of the Year Awards, provided by Loo of the Year Awards and relate specifically to the dedicated cleaning staff that look after the facilities, rather than the washrooms themselves. Greyland are bringing some light entertainment to the Cleaning Show once again It's not hook a duck.. it's Hook a Dook! You've seen him all over the trade media, now you can hook one for yourself! Offering visitors the chance to have some fun, Greyland are hosting their variation of a fairground classic. Rentokil and PCI partner up to consolidate leading role in Indian pest control market Rentokil Initial announced yesterday that it has entered into an agreement to form a joint venture with Pest Control India and to acquire a 57% stake in the new joint venture. As a part of the transaction, the company will merge its Indian business into the joint venture. The combined entity will be the largest provider of pest control services and products in India with combined annual revenues of INR 450 crores (c. £50m); it will operate from 250 locations and employ c.6,900 people. How to monitor urine in pools - by testing sweetness Even though Olympic swimmers have admitted doing it, urinating in the pool is not a condoned practice. Urine contributes to the formation of compounds in pool water that can be harmful to people's health. Now scientists are tackling a new way to monitor water quality: by measuring how sweet it is. Their report appears in ACS' journal Environmental Science & Technology Letters. Recent studies have shown that nitrogenous compounds (e.g., urea) in urine and sweat react with chlorine to form disinfection byproducts (DBPs), including trichloramine, that can cause eye irritation and respiratory problems. CHSA Accreditation Scheme members deliver near perfect compliance in 2016 Buying from CHSA Accreditation Scheme members is the only way to be certain 'what's on the box is in the box'. Analysis of the auditing results for the CHSA's Accreditation Schemes for Soft Tissue, Plastic Sacks and Cotton Mops in 2016, has shown scheme members have achieved near perfect compliance. Every scheme member was inspected by Martin Yates, the CHSA's Independent Inspector, who made at least two visits to every member company. CMS Berlin 2017: Top keynotes at the opening of the WFBSC Congress Two outstanding keynote speeches will be delivered at the start of the Congress of the World Federation of Building Service Contractors (WFBSC, 18th - 20th September) in Berlin. On 18th September EU Commissioner Günther Oettinger and the IT specialist Daniel Domscheit-Berg will be addressing the world's leading conference for the building services sector on the subject of 'Cleaning in a digital world - Processes, people, technology'. This year for the first time the WFBSC Congress is being held concurrently with the international cleaning trade fair CMS Berlin 2017 - Cleaning. Management.Services. (19th - 22nd September) in Hall 7 on the Berlin Exhibition Grounds, Berlin ExpoCenter City. Riwal expands in the Netherlands Riwal, the aerial work platform and telehandler rental specialist, has opened a new depot in the port of Rotterdam.
Opening the new depot in an area of the port known as Maasvlakte 2, is in line with Riwal's strategy of providing broad market coverage and strengthening Riwal's local presence. 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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Health & safety 'top of agenda' at Cleaning Show
Seventh consecutive Norovirus-free year in Merton schools thanks to meticulous cleaning
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Hunt for CHSA's 2017 undergraduate scholars begins: up to three bursaries available
65% of SME businesses not ready for tax digitalisation
Company fined after young worker suffers 'life changing' injuries A waste management company has been prosecuted after a worker was left with life changing injuries. Chippenham Magistrates Court heard how the 19-year-old worker and his colleagues had cleared a blockage from the waste picking line, when his gloved hand got caught in the conveyor belt. The roller fractured his right hand, dislocated his wrist and radius and he had to spend two weeks in hospital following the incident. Selden Research acquires Premiere Products The Directors of Selden Research are delighted to announce the acquisition of the brand, assets and goodwill of Premiere Products from James Briggs (Hygiene), saying:
Sikafloor provides durable, high-gloss surface fit for a Ferrari
GV Health wins contract with Compass Medirest and Bunzl to supply over 30 UK hospitals
Slips and Trips / Falls Prevention course being held in London 9th March 2017
ISS to provide FM at new Ocado HQ
CHSA: Driving up standards for 20 years
For 20 years, the Association has been active in driving up standards, making sure that what's in the box is on the box. Today the marque of the Soft Tissue, Plastic Refuse Sack and Industrial Cotton Mop Accreditation Schemes means buyers can be certain they get what they pay for. Greyland awarded new Environmental and Quality Standards
BPI Recycled Products announces new name, RPC bpi recycled products Following the acquisition of BPI Recycled Products by RPC Group, the new name for the business has been formally announced as RPC bpi recycled products. The company was part of British Polythene Industries until it was purchased by RPC Group in August 2016. Julius Rutherfoord designs bespoke cleaning solution
Welsh cleaning company nears final stage of school project A Welsh cleaning services company has recently completed the third of a four-phase project for Afon Taf High School in Merthyr Tydfil. Clean Sweep has been contracted by Interserve, the international construction and support services group; conducting a live renovation of the high school; to complete cleaning services on each phase of the ongoing project. |