Cleanzine: your weekly cleaning and hygiene industry newsletter 15th August 2024 Issue no. 1127
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 International News
Products ISSA Hygieia Network opens nominations for Annual Awards
Berry’s new closed Politainer system offers several important benefits
 Kontakt.io launches new hand hygiene solution to reimagine hospital compliance and staff engagement
Prochem takes new Steemeasy compact to the next level
Savortex’s new connected washroom solution enhances hygiene, efficiency and sustainability
This launch cements Savortex's position as a pioneer in the smart washroom solutions market, providing integrated IoT-enabled systems that enhance overall facilities management. BSCAI announces new Affinity Partnership with Service First Processing
Fresh produce and good hygiene habits are key to serving great food this Summer
School's out - how to keep families safe this Summer
Vinci Facilities partners with BPD Zenith for Maximo Application Suite deployment
Sofidel to acquire Clearwater's North American tissue business
Battery innovation company secures £22 million funding deal for its industry-first technology
Take control of washroom costs, time and waste
Healthcare Surfaces Institute merges with ISSA
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Welcome to the Cleanzine
John Austen and I are taking what I’ve always referred to as our Summer break, which isn’t really a break as such but a time during which we carry out essential maintenance while many readers are away on holiday. Our next issue of Cleanzine will wing its way to you on 5th September. And as I spend much of the year on here grumbling about stuff, I thought I’d say ‘ciao’ with a story that warmed the cockles of my heart, (a term often used in my neck of the woods).
I will allow myself a little grumble though… the BBC’s headline: “Cleaner 'wins' trip after bosses ban fundraiser cash” manipulated readers into thinking that the cleaner worked for unfeeling managers when this isn’t the case at all as is revealed further down the report. Why do they – and other mainstream media – do it?
The story describes how the Bromley, South-east London community served by 63-year-old street cleaner Paul Spiers, had raised £3,000 through GoFundMe to pay for a holiday he wanted to take in Portugal this year. He’d told Beckenham estate agent Lisa Knight, (friends through a mutual love of Elvis Presley whose music Paul often played from his dustcart!) that he’d only ever been abroad once previously so she decided to bulk up his holiday savings pot with the fundraiser.
Paul worked for contractor Veolia whose contract with the Council meant that the fundraiser money couldn’t legally be accepted, so instead, a local travel agent launched a competition on X (formerly Twitter) with the prize being a £3,000 holiday to Portugal, which Paul couldn’t help but win as the terms & conditions stated that applicants needed to "love Elvis Presley, be a street cleaner in Beckenham aged between 62 and 64, be loved by the local community and have the surname Spiers"!
Although it hadn’t been able to allow the fundraiser idea to come to fruition because of its contract with Bromley Council, Veolia fully supports his competition win. It has several recognition schemes across the UK which reward employees for exceptional services to the community and Paul will receive Bromley's Employee of the Quarter - a financial reward to recognise his hard work and dedication. He must be delighted! Recognition and a financial bonus from his employer, the appreciation of his local community, a free holiday and the chance to donate the proceeds from the fundraiser to his charity of choice, Cancer Research UK… Now that’s more in line with what a good cleaner deserves!
Do please keep sending me your news during our break so we can share anything urgent via X and our Facebook page and prepare for our next broadcast well in advance.
This Week's News
Cleanology appoints first ever ESG Director
The talented marketeer will now play a pivotal role spearheading Cleanology's drive to maintain its position as a market leading business with outstanding sustainability and social impact credentials.  Bionetix introduces ECL1200: a bio-catalyst for efficiency and sustainability
 Hydro releases EvoDose NXT chemical dispenser
Backed by 30 years of experience and success in the chemical-dispensing market, the Hydro EvoDose NXT is a next-generation chemical dilution system that introduces new design features with industry-leading ease of use and efficiency. It incorporates a new valve design for easier maintenance and a user-friendly, bi-stationary push button with punch protection for enhanced operational simplicity. Tennant Company UK appoints Stephen Downey to lead dedicated Hospitality Division
Taking on the new role as national account manager for Hospitality, Stephen has previously held successful sales accounts roles in B2C consumer electronics and roles within a cleaning machine manufacturing company on a national level.   Nviro goes live with Elementsuite HR & workforce management software
The Elementsuite modules selected include Recruit, HR, Engage, Perform, Work, Time, and Pay, with the following key benefits: SOAPBOX: Update on water terminology… what exactly is water efficiency?
“The distinction between 'water efficiency' and 'water conservation' often gets blurred. Principle's vertical division wins RoSPA award
The company's window cleaning team was recognised with a Bronze Award in the Industry category, demonstrating its dedication to ensuring its clients and staff get home safely at the end of each working day. A corner not worth cutting: Don't risk it all with cheap waste equipment
Waste management equipment, like balers and compactors, are the most popular solutions for segregating waste and managing business waste streams. They reduce the volume and costs associated with waste and they can even bring in revenue through recycling rebates - but, without the right machine, it may be money wasted.  E-waste firm urges people to learn about proper battery disposal
Lithium-ion batteries are commonly used in many ite. But with more and more disposable items now containing lithium batteries and "not enough" education around disposal, the fire risks are increasing. Cleaning sector teams raise £14,500 for The Royal Marsden at Pearroc's Annual Golf Day
The popular Summer event attracted more cleaning manufacturers and suppliers than ever before, with 85 guests also joining the post-event awards dinner and charity auction at Croham Hurst Golf Club in South Croydon in July, it has been said that fun was par for the course. 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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