ISSA Hygieia Network opens nominations for Annual Awards

ISSA Hygieia Network, an ISSA Charities signature program dedicated to the advancement and retention of women in the cleaning and facility solutions industry, is seeking nominations for its annual awards recognising individuals and companies that embody Hygieia's mission and vision. ISSA Hygieia Network is now accepting award nominations through 4th October, 2024.
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Berry’s new closed Politainer system offers several important benefits

Berry Global has introduced a range of special closures and couplings which can be used with its popular Politainer combi pack. This provides a closed system that facilitates the safe and easy dispensing of sensitive liquids whilst preventing oxygen ingress.
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Kontakt.io launches new hand hygiene solution to reimagine hospital compliance and staff engagement

Healthcare real-time location systems and digital transformation specialist, Kontakt.io, has released a new cloud-based hand hygiene solution. Delivered as a managed service, it goes beyond Joint Commission compliance.
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Prochem takes new Steemeasy compact to the next level

The latest introduction to Prochem Europe's carpet & upholstery extraction cleaning range brings added power and capacity in a compact solution that can tackle first floor cleaning without relocating the unit.
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Savortex’s new connected washroom solution enhances hygiene, efficiency and sustainability

Savortex has unveiled its comprehensive smart washroom solutions, designed to enhance hygiene, efficiency and sustainability in commercial spaces.

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.
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BSCAI announces new Affinity Partnership with Service First Processing

Building Service Contractors Association International (BSCAI) has announced its new Affinity Partnership with Service First Processing to reduce members' credit card processing costs.
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Fresh produce and good hygiene habits are key to serving great food this Summer

Chef Willem Amery trained at the renowned Hotelschool Ter Duinen in Koksijde, Belgium, and has worked in private catering in Roeselare for over 15 years. He recently shared his top tips on kitchen hygiene during the Summer months with ETS, the European Tissue Symposium…
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School's out - how to keep families safe this Summer

It's been a hectic Summer already with thousands gathering for major sports events and concerts. But now that children are out for the Summer holidays, Kimberly-Clark Professional explains how our facilities managers and cleaning teams can keep families safe and healthy this Summer…
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Vinci Facilities partners with BPD Zenith for Maximo Application Suite deployment

Vinci Facilities, part of the UK division of Vinci Construction, has appointed Enterprise Asset Management solutions specialist BPD Zenith, to implement and deploy a new Maximo Application Suite system, with mobile solution and associated services.
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Sofidel to acquire Clearwater's North American tissue business

Tissue manufacturer Sofidel - headquartered in Tuscany, Italy - and known particularly in Italy and Europe for its Papernet and Regina brands, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Clearwater Paper Corporation's Tissue Business, (CLW Tissue).
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Battery innovation company secures £22 million funding deal for its industry-first technology

Solus Power, an innovator of portable electric vehicle charging solutions, has revealed a £22 million (US$28 million) funding deal received from Dubai-based Petra Equity Partners, helping the UK company accelerate the development of its battery technology.
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Take control of washroom costs, time and waste

Kimberly-Clark Professional offers a new Cost & Sustainability Audit to help customers drive change using controlled washroom dispensing systems that bring savings in cost, time and waste and control over hygiene and resources.
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Healthcare Surfaces Institute merges with ISSA

The Healthcare Surfaces Institute has merged with the ISSA. HSI will now be known as the Healthcare Surfaces Institute, a Division of ISSA, and the HSI community can become members of ISSA immediately.
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Cleanology appoints first ever ESG Director

Multi award winning UK commercial and office cleaning company Cleanology has promoted Kate Lovell to take on an influential new director level role. Kate, who joined Cleanology as head of marketing two years ago, and who was recently promoted to marketing director, has been appointed as Cleanology's first ever ESG Director (Environmental, Social and Governance).

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.
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Bionetix introduces ECL1200: a bio-catalyst for efficiency and sustainability

Enzymes are important bio-catalysts for industrial processes, opening doors to greater efficiency and sustainability. Although used for eons, enzymes are part of a growing trend that puts nature's technology to good use for everyday cleaning and manufacturing.
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Hydro releases EvoDose NXT chemical dispenser

Hydro has launched its new EvoDose NXT chemical dispenser. Available for use in the EMEA facilities cleaning, kitchen and healthcare markets, the dispenser is designed to deliver highly accurate dilution of concentrated chemicals to sinks, buckets, bottles and other containers.

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.
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Tennant Company UK appoints Stephen Downey to lead dedicated Hospitality Division

Tennant Company - an established leader in the manufacture and supply of professional and industrial cleaning machines to the UK marketplace within logistics, warehousing, industry, building service contracting and facilities management, and has now established a division dedicated to supply cleaning equipment to the hospitality sector, headed up by Stephen Downey.

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.
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Nviro goes live with Elementsuite HR & workforce management software

Nviro has chosen Elementsuite HR and workforce management software as its HR and Workforce Management platform. With over 1,300 colleagues working across its cleaning and support teams, Nviro wanted to consolidate all its people processes into one solution to ensure that the right people are in the right place at the right time and to ensure that they have the right information to deliver a great job.

The Elementsuite modules selected include Recruit, HR, Engage, Perform, Work, Time, and Pay, with the following key benefits:
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SOAPBOX: Update on water terminology… what exactly is water efficiency?

Klaus Reichardt, president and CEO of Waterless Co., the company behind no-water urinals, aims to define the difference between 'water efficiency' and 'water conservation' and explain their practical implementation.

“The distinction between 'water efficiency' and 'water conservation' often gets blurred.
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Principle's vertical division wins RoSPA award

Principle Cleaning Services' Vertical Division, has won a RoSPA award, demonstrating its commitment to health & safety excellence.

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.
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A corner not worth cutting: Don't risk it all with cheap waste equipment

Improving sustainability and recycling rates at your business is no longer a luxury, it is a necessity to comply with regulation, reduce costs and meet customer demands. However, many businesses are falling into the trap of buying the wrong equipment for the job and it is costing them, in more ways than one.

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.
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E-waste firm urges people to learn about proper battery disposal

With several instances of fires breaking out, both commercially and domestically, due to lithium batteries, an e-waste firm is urging businesses and individuals to learn the dangers and proper disposal of their batteries.

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.
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Cleaning sector teams raise £14,500 for The Royal Marsden at Pearroc's Annual Golf Day

The cleaning industry has teamed up to raise a record amount of £14,500 for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity at the Pearroc Golf Day 2024. Some 68 golfers from across the sector swung into action at the golf fundraising event organised annually by the janitorial and washroom supply company, smashing last year's £10,000 total.

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.
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New CHSA campaign tells cleaning chemicals’ buyers: “Know the facts”

The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association has launched a campaign designed to spread the word about the importance of regulations – and knowing them - when buying cleaning & hygiene chemicals.

Compliance with formal UK Government, European Union and industry-standard regulations is essential if buyers are to be certain product claims are legitimate and proven.
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Temperatures have topped 30 degrees C this week, but is it too hot to work?

Will Walsh, a partner in the employment team at law firm DMH Stallard, explains what the law is for people in the workplace along with those working from home…
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Mitie celebrates three years as a Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer

Mitie has been recognised as a Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer for the third consecutive year, reflecting its comprehensive apprenticeship offering and commitment to building sustainable careers for its colleagues.
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London office air quality under scrutiny

In late 2023, the UK Parliament published a briefing document regarding indoor air quality* which has sparked a discussion in the boardrooms of many companies across the country.

The document explains some of the pollutant sources that can cause issues, from building materials to heating appliances.
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Atlas conquers Yorkshire Three Peaks for charity

Atlas has raised almost £3,000 for the charities Action for Children and PDSA. A total of 16 employees from across the Atlas group worked together to conquer the Yorkshire Three Peaks on last Friday.
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