Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 22nd February 2018 Issue no. 810
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Products Safety at height with Foot The Ladder
They have a new design with classic blue features and many technical innovations that improve the performance of both machines:
Getting down and dirty: Matrix machines take the graft out of industrial cleaning
SC Johnson Professional partners with National Service Alliance SC Johnson Professional has announced a new strategic partnership with the National Service Alliance (NSA), the industry-leading group purchasing organisation for building service contractors and related businesses in the US.
Riwal completes integration of AFI GmbH in Germany and appoints new Country Manager
Riwal, the aerial work platform and telehandler rental and sales specialist, has completed the integration of AFI GmbH, which was acquired in May 2017, into its organisation. ACI unveils 'Exploration Clean': Teaching the chemistry behind cleaning
This is the first step in creating a platform containing educational modules for children describing the science and engineering that goes into cleaning products, and extends ACI's efforts to promote STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education, which originated with 2016's 'The Science of Soap' exhibit and online education materials. Record breaking visitors at Asia's largest expo on cleaning technology
Attendees were able to experience the latest technologies and solutions for cleaning, waste, laundry and car care from across the world, while learning more about the potential of the Indian market and establishing connections that will enhance manufacturing, marketing, distribution and sales. Regina Henrich joins ISSA as European manager
Joining ISSA as European Manager is Regina Henrich, whose most recent role as a strategic management consultant is just part of the extensive corporate and marketing experience she brings to her new position.
Prochem Europe boosts cleaning technology offer for 2018
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Welcome to the
Cleanzine - the original Cleaning & Hygiene industry e-news Read by industry professionals in 163 countries worldwide! I was delighted to receive several phone calls, emails and comments on Cleanzine’s Facebook page in response to last week’s leader, which focused on Channel Four’s undercover report on poor cleaning practices – even if not everyone agreed with my sentiments! The Cleaning & Support Service’s/Principle Cleaning Services’ Doug Cooke, wrote: “Cleaning 20+ rooms a day is a totally unreasonable target, I know I’ve tried it! Hence shortcuts are taken but can you call them ‘rogue’ cleaners in order to get through their workload?” It’s good to see an industry leader who’s aware of what goes on ‘at the coal front’ and thus can make decisions on sound knowledge of what’s physically possible. I wish more CEO’s did the same! Undercover reporters don’t always provide a balanced view and I feel the industry will suffer because of the programme – and the Carillion collapse - as it did when then Prime Minister Gordon Brown organised the hospital deep-cleans. The finger was pointed at the cleaners (not having done a good job) rather than questions being asked about how hospital budgets were being spent (too much on admin, too much time - & thus money – spent on red tape & ridiculous purchasing decisions and not enough spent on cleaning). We all want to stay in hygienically clean hotels, but are we prepared to break the budget to ensure that this is the case – something that will only happen when contractors are paid what the job’s worth? We want medication to be freely available to cure whatever illnesses we face. Do we sacrifice hospital cleaning so more can be spent on meds, but then find that once our cancer (for example) has disappeared we’re left fighting MRSA? I agree with Heritage Tiling & Restoration Company’s Steve Sinnott who said some companies are more interested in profits than they are in doing a good job and paying decent wages. However, I’d argue that others do their darnedest to deliver the necessary service with the funds made available to them. Our industry boasts an enormous workforce and although reputable contractors will ensure that each employee is trained and properly equipped, they can’t be sure that procedures will be followed to the letter and that a cleaner who’s done well in training hasn’t found what he or she considers to be a better way of doing things (hence the use of the word ‘rogue’)? You can put all the measures in place, but have no real control over what happens in reality… Please get in touch either by emailing me or posting a comment on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/Cleanzine
Yours,
          This Week's News
Worldwide floorcare machines market to reach US$ 4,600mn by 2025
Despite lagging behind in terms of growth rate during the forecast period, scrubbers will remain the dominant machine type, holding approximately a one-third revenue share of the market. Burnishers are expected to lead the global market with the highest growth rate of over 3.8% during the forecast period. Bringing the cleaning world together - with TVH in Waregem (BE)
Enjoy a glass of wine with industry peers in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. Plus, hear useful tips for effective logistics management as well as insights into the future of AI and robotics in the workplace. Equipment for simultaneous translation will be provided by TVH. Kärcher teams up with AFC club programme as tournament official sponsor
Its cooperation with the AFC will include premium stadium signage at more than 190 matches, including matches at the group and knock-out stages, to be played this year. With this sponsorship, the global cleaning technology expert expects to boost its brand recognition throughout Asia. Avidbots signs distributor agreement with Macnica to help address Japan labour shortage
Ecoppia robotic solar panel cleaning systems provide water-free solution at massive plant
New business development manager for Duplex
Second ISSA UK/IE Networking & Education Event
Tony Wall appointed Airdri Group CEO
Cole & Wilson strengthens its position in Christeyns UK group
Headquartered in Slaithwaite, West Yorkshire, Cole & Wilson manufactures specialist laundry chemicals for use in high street dry cleaners and launderers, producing products that are kinder to the environment as well as gentler on delicate fabrics. Jangro enhances floorcare education
Available to download from the Jangro website, the guide is designed to help choose the correct pad for the floor type and the required job - whether that is stripping, cleaning or polishing - and includes a handy colour-coding system for easy identification. Bunzl Canada partners with IoT developer Visionstate on latest technology product
Dishing the dirt - the numbers behind cleaning South Western Railway trains
Now SWR has committed to deep-cleaning trains every 30 days, on top of the routine daily tidy. Former CEO Ernie Rosenberg receives ACI Chairman's Award
Ernie Rosenberg, who served as the American Cleaning Institute's president & CEO for 17 years, is the recipient of the special ACI Chairman's Award, recognising his outstanding leadership of the Association for the cleaning product supply chain. He was honoured during the 2018 ACI Annual Meeting & Industry Convention. Longtime Sasol executive Tom O'Brien receives ACI Distinguished Service Award
Tom O'Brien, a leader with more than three decades of experience in the chemical and cleaning product supply chains - including many years with Sasol - is the 2018 recipient of the ACI Elva Walker Spillane Distinguished Service Award. New bin makes waste disposal fun
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CMA investigates Rentokil Initial / Cannon Hygiene merger The Competition & Markets Authority is investigating the completed acquisition on New Year's Day of Cannon Hygiene by Rentokil Initial. An initial enforcement order has been issued to Rentokil Initial under section 72(2) of the Enterprise Act 2002, which covers the consequences of mergers in terms of the potential, substantial lessening of competition within the UK market for goods or services. Manchester Cleaning Show to focus on future of cleaning and wider FM issues The full programme for the second Manchester Cleaning Show, the northern edition of The Cleaning Show which now alternates annually with Excel in London, has been announced. New recycling service leads to impressive improvements
If you do one thing this year...
With 100 exhibitors offering demonstrations, discounts and advice, the thousands of visitors expected to attend will also be able to enjoy event highlights including a fantastic line-up of speakers giving advice on future-proofing your business, recruitment, health & safety and creating business growth. WAMITAB new role of training & assessment manager
App launch aims to improve industry standards
HSG UK in Derby, has developed the Cleen App which is free to download and enables customers and visitors to log reviews of washrooms in any type of venue from restaurants and shopping centres to sports stadia and airports. 2018 Loo of the Year Awards launched Many businesses pride themselves on the cleaning standards of the buildings they occupy or that they are responsible for cleaning. The washroom is the most frequent place visited by most building users and first impressions count. High standards must be achieved consistently if the organisation's and/or the associated cleaning or facilities management company's reputation is to be maintained. So how do service providers know how to compare their results with their competitors and how do they gain recognition? Entry into the annual Loo of the Year Awards offers a way of receiving an independent assessment of 'away from home' toilet provision and recognition of the standards achieved based on 'the washroom standard' for the UK. Home Office: Investigation into the Disclosure and Barring Service An investigation is being held into the progress made by an initiative designed to modernise the Disclosure & Barring Service, which provides services that help employers check people's backgrounds against police databases such as criminal records and government lists of those considered unsuitable to work with or in the vicinity of children vulnerable adults. This service is widely used by organisations in the public, private and voluntary sector, such as schools and care homes, to check prospective employees, volunteers and those involved in cleaning the buildings. New appointment as Cromwell Polythene continues to grow business
Sanitaryware Supplies Company secures exclusive UK distribution of Grate Seal range
In recognition of his extraordinary contribution to the Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association, founder and former chairman of Polaris Plastics, David Garcia, has been elected vice president of the CHSA. David has been an active member of the CHSA for many years. He is currently serving as treasurer of the Association and has previously served as chairman. Newly formed APPG launches inquiry into workplace falls from height The newly formed All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Working at Height, sponsored by PASMA (Prefabricated Access Suppliers' and Manufacturers Association) and chaired by Glasgow Central MP, Alison Thewlis, has launched its first inquiry into the numbers of serious injuries and fatalities which occur because of a fall from height and falling objects. The inquiry is open for evidence submissions from interested stakeholders until 2nd March 2018. The APPG has two days in Parliament to consider evidence and will then develop a report to make recommendations on how the frequency of serious injuries and fatalities can be reduced. Lynx eyes national growth through Alex Reid Partnership
Set up in 2005, Lynx Dry Cleaning Supplies offer a comprehensive range of dry cleaning and laundry items, from leading international brands such as DOW, Cole & Wilson, Avery Dennison and Dylon. SmartTask celebrates record year with significant growth in cleaning sector
In particular, there was 81% increase in the number of field service businesses using the system, which now includes 40 cleaning service providers. It was launched in this sector during 2017. Two cleaning contract wins for Enfield Norse
Confined space entry cleaning - it's routine for some!
Ricky Smith takes on new role at ICE
Big Belly bins ravenous for Romford's rubbish
The Big Belly bins are solar powered and have a special compacting mechanism which crushes litter. They hold up to eight times more rubbish than a normal bin. |
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