Equipment & Tools
Going digital with diagnostics
Technology is constantly evolving and while infrared thermography is not a brand-new tool, maintenance and facility managers may be unaware of its full potential for
Storing your summer maintenance equipment
When the summer season officially comes to an end, cleaning, repairing, and storing your outdoor equipment effectively should be part of your fall maintenance strategy.
Your fall maintenance checklist
As the kids get ready to go back to school, we look (not too far) ahead to fall’s arrival. With the cooler temperatures and winter
How smart buildings affect commercial cleaners
With technology constantly improving building operations, how have these changes affected commercial cleaners and their work? Smart buildings use technology to gain valuable data, helping
Switching your grounds equipment from gas to electric
Maintenance and facility managers are always looking to improve their operations and simplify their processes, so you may be looking at switching your equipment from
The role of VR in building maintenance
In the world of smart technology, have we advanced to the point where VR has a role in building maintenance? Virtual reality has been around
UV disinfection market expected to expand quickly
UV disinfection has increasingly been recognized as an effective method of infection prevention.
Smart washrooms can help reduce germ transmission in healthcare facilities
Be smarter and cleaner when it comes to washroom hygiene.
Where do BSCs and PMs go from here?
A building service contractor and property management discussion on the present and the future was a cornerstone of the 2022 ISSA Show Canada program.
Safely using UV-C light to disinfect indoor spaces
Historically, there have been two strategies to address the safety concerns with using UV-C light to disinfect air in occupied spaces.
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.
How to tell it’s time to upgrade cleaning supplies
There are a few telltale signs that a cleaning tool may no longer suit the requirements of cleaning staff.
Hidden dangers of antimicrobial building products
Little evidence exists that building products containing antimicrobials actually prevent disease transmission and lead to healthier populations.
Numerous companies, individuals honoured at ISSA Show North America
Awards handed out included Innovation of the Year and Innovation Nominees, Rising Star Award, and ISSA Hygieia Network Awards.
6 ways to prepare for increased foot traffic
Businesses can prepare for greater foot traffic by implementing strong protocols.
Deodorizing smoke- or fire-damaged wood
It's impossible to remove every smoke particle or fire byproduct, but smoke and fire-damaged wood can be cleaned to a point where any odour is undetectable.
Key approvals for dispensing equipment
Hydro Systems' new white paper provides a closer look at industry standards on dispensing equipment.