Cleaning
Canadian companies earn CIMS certification
CIMS is the first consensus-based management standard that outlines the primary characteristics of a successful, quality cleaning organization.
Preparing for another pandemic
As we look ahead to our future, cleaning companies must be prepared and ready to respond when the next pandemic emerges.
Survey finds significant drop in handwashing hygiene
The annual Healthy Handwashing Survey from Bradley Corp. has found that general pandemic fastidiousness has declined.
Antimicrobial testing available for new ISO ceramic tile standards
Testing using new ISO standards is now available from the Tile Council of North America testing lab.
Promoting hygiene through traffic-based cleaning
Butlr Technologies' people-sensing platform uses thermal wireless sensors and AI to detect human presence indoors.
The new commercial office takes shape
Facility managers and BSCs are reassessing how they maintain safe office environments. Keeping best practices in mind is vital.
GBAC publishes IAQ infection prevention strategy paper
The paper addresses several strategies for improving indoor air quality in facilities such as schools, restaurants, convention centres & gyms.
Carpet cleaning in high-traffic facilities
Conducting the best commercial-grade carpet cleaning is vital to keep your business's high-traffic areas in good shape.
Public opinion getting tougher on carpet cleaning
Nearly half of respondents to a poll said commercial facilities should undertake daily carpet cleaning, and 80% said at least weekly.
The need-to-know about using ice melt
While it's a common winter solution, there are several things that ice melt users need to be aware of.
Cleaning performance must be objectively measured
Due to the pandemic, we need much more objective, scientific surface testing, says Steve Ashkin.
COVID-19’s impact on hygiene is lingering
A Cascades PRO consumer poll offers valuable end-user insights for the cleaning and maintenance industry moving forward.
COVID-19 cleaning lessons: In with the new, stick with the old
Old and proven lessons must be adhered to more strictly than before.
OSHA updates guidance on robotic tech
The cleaning and janitorial industry has come to increasingly rely on robotic tech, and this requires updated stringent standards.
Understanding and identifying fire and smoke damage
Just as threatening as the immediate damage of the fire are the residual effects of the smoke, the heat, and the corrosive substances produced.
How to manage winter cleaning in your facility
Winter can be a messy time for facilities, and it’s critical that facilities focus extra attention on cleaning for both appearance and health.
Assessing likely cleaning industry trends for 2022
The cleaning industry has changed significantly during the pandemic, and technology is set to lead the way in 2022.
