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BSCAI MEMBER NEWS November 2024
Where Sustainability and Data Meet = Where BSCs Succeed

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS November 2024
Betting on Our Industry: A Look Back at Contracting Success 2024

RISING TO THE TOP November 2024
Guy Mingo Shares Future Industry Insights

RISING TO THE TOP November 2024
Prioritizing Team Growth for Company Success

RISING TO THE TOP November 2024
Strategies for Success at Marsden Services

INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Olon Hyde Stands Out as Emerging Leader Among Peers

INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Berger Facility Solutions Makes a Splash as New BSCAI Member

INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Prestige Maintenance Recognized for Community Involvement

INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Sally Schopmeyer Sets Award-winning Standard for Mentorship

INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Cesar Chapiama Named as Building Service Employee of the Year

INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
BSCAI Announces Nathalie Doobin Receives Leadership Award

INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Celebrating the 2024 CLEAN Award Winners

THE FUTURE OF IAQ MANAGEMENT November 2024
IAQ Pilot Program Provides Insight into School Air Quality

MORE THAN A TREND November 2024
Selling Customers on Robotic Floor Equipment

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE November 2024
Shuntina Burton-Evans: 4M Building Services

SOFTWARE MAKES FOR SMARTER ANALYSIS November 2024
The Right Software Makes All the Difference

FREETIME: TAKING TO THE TRAIL, SEARCHING FOR BIGFOOT November 2024
Midlab, ISSA President Hits the Trail in Search of Bigfoot

HOTEL TRENDS IMPACTING HOSPITALITY TEAMS November 2024
Redefine Hospitality by Recognizing Housekeepers

HOTEL TRENDS IMPACTING HOSPITALITY TEAMS November 2024
Innovating Hotel Housekeeping

SOFTWARE MAKES FOR SMARTER ANALYSIS November 2024
Quick Tips for Using Software to Maximize Business Potential

HOTEL TRENDS IMPACTING HOSPITALITY TEAMS November 2024
Hawaii Hotel Praises Culture for Staff Retention

HOTEL TRENDS IMPACTING HOSPITALITY TEAMS November 2024
Hotel Facility Execs Praise Talent and Sustainability

PROVING YOUR WORTH November 2024
Impact of Succession Planning, Consolidation on Customer Retention

PROVING YOUR WORTH November 2024
Cleaning Distributors Share Customer Retention Strategies

PLANNING AND PREPARATION November 2024
Choosing and Using the Right Chemicals

PLANNING AND PREPARATION November 2024
How Cleaning Teams Prepare for the Next Infectious Outbreak

SEARCHING FOR SOLUTIONS November 2024
How Software Helps Support the Staff

SEARCHING FOR SOLUTIONS November 2024
Software Helps Cleaning Managers Do More with Less

ENCOURAGING ERGONOMICS November 2024
Promoting Ergonomic Restroom Tools in Facilities

ENCOURAGING ERGONOMICS November 2024
Bottom-Line Benefits of Ergonomic Restroom Equipment

NAVIGATING M&A November 2024
Factors for Distributors to Consider When Selling Their Business

NAVIGATING M&A November 2024
What Cleaning Distributors Should Know About M&A

CARPET CARE THEN-AND-NOW November 2024
How to Know When Less is More in Carpet Care

12/3/2024
Ladder Safety Resources for Facility Professionals

CARPET CARE THEN-AND-NOW November 2024
Updating Carpet Care Strategies for Current Cleaning Expectations

12/3/2024
WFBSC Announces Global Executive Congress 2025

12/3/2024
Clorox Among Top Scorers in 7th Chemical Footprint Project Report

12/2/2024
ACI Provides Comments to FDA on Topical Antiseptics Program

12/2/2024
Ecolab Acquires Barclay Water Management

FROM THE EDITOR November 2024
What the Return-to-Office Trend Means for BSCs

11/27/2024
Overtime Exemptions Rule Struck Down by Federal Court

11/27/2024
Voting Open For Rock Star Custodian Contest

11/27/2024
Network Distribution Names VP of Customer Operations

THE NUMBERS DON'T LIE October 2024
Investing in Cleaning Offices, Food Service Areas, and Preventing Slips and Falls

THE NUMBERS DON'T LIE October 2024
Stats That Support Cleaning in Healthcare, Education and Hospitality Facilities

11/26/2024
Motion Announces Executive Promotion to Senior Vice President

THE STRATEGIC SELL: A HIGH-PERFORMING SALES PROCESS BLUEPRINT November 2024
5 Factors of a Differentiated Sales Process

11/26/2024
UNX-Christenys Appoints VP of Commercial Laundry

11/25/2024
ACD Announces 2025 Board of Directors

11/25/2024
Brain Corp’s Autonomous Robot Fleet Reaches 250 Billion Square Feet Milestone

FROM THE EDITOR November 2024
Managing Multi-Generational Teams

ALL IN THE FAMILY October 2024
Janitronics Prepares for the Third Generation

11/22/2024
Case Study: Trojan Lithium Battery Powers Golf Cart to Top of Pikes Peak

11/22/2024
PuroClean Expands in Connecticut

THE NUMBERS DON'T LIE October 2024
Stats Support Cleaning Initiatives

11/22/2024
ACD Announces 2024 Award Recipients

THE PUSH FOR PERIOD PRODUCTS October 2024
Facilities Embrace the Period Poverty Challenge

11/21/2024
Top Cleaning Industry Headlines from October 2024

11/21/2024
Sodexo Expands Foodservice Presence in Northeast

FROM THE EDITOR: LEADERSHIP LESSONS LEARNED November 2024
How Strong Leaders Can Continue to Improve

11/15/2024
Imperial Dade Expands Rochester Presence

11/15/2024
BELFOR Franchise Group Launches Claims Partnership Program

LEADERSHIP: CONNECTING TEAMS WITH CONCEPTUALIZATION November 2024
Strengthen Departments by Conceptualizing Goals

ALL IN THE FAMILY October 2024
Janitronics Welcomes Third Generation of Leaders

11/14/2024
AI a Key Factor in Growing Vacuum Cleaner Market

11/14/2024
Johnson Controls Expands Digital Service Portfolio

11/14/2024
Rainbow Restoration Names New CFO

FREETIME: THE DEVOTED HORSE DAD October 2024
Jan/San Distributor Embraces Daughter’s Passion for Horseback Riding

11/13/2024
How AI Tools Impact Water Efficiency

11/13/2024
In Memory of Jay Greenland

FLOOR CARE FORECAST October 2024
Technology Steps In

11/13/2024
Office Pride Ranked Among Top Franchises for Veterans

11/12/2024
EPA Updates Ventilation Guidance to Prevent Spread of Respiratory Viruses

11/12/2024
ACI Social Media Challenge ‘Our Future is Clean’ Benefits DigDeep

11/12/2024
LocalRestorePro Launches Expert Restoration Services in New York City

THE STRATEGIC SELL: THE AI REVOLUTION IN SALES October 2024
How to Leverage AI in Distributor Sales

11/11/2024
ACI Releases Statement on 2024 Election Result

11/11/2024
iRobot Announces Personnel Moves

FLOOR CARE FORECAST October 2024
Cleaning Solutions for Evolving Flooring Types

11/8/2024
Keys to Sustainability Success in Companies

11/8/2024
Essendant Wins New Expanded Contract with PACE

11/8/2024
CEO Named for Tranzonic Companies, Hospeco

THE CLEANING CART EVOLUTION October 2024
Selecting Cleaning Carts Based on Facility Type

11/7/2024
Imperial Dade Expands San Jose Presence

11/7/2024
NewDay USA Honors Vietnam Heroes by Hand-Washing Veterans Memorial

SHOW PREVIEW October 2024
A BSC's Guide to ISSA Show North America 2024

THE CLEANING CART EVOLUTION October 2024
Innovation Drives Cleaning Cart Sales

THE PUSH FOR PERIOD PRODUCTS October 2024
Lawmakers Prioritize Menstrual Hygiene

11/6/2024
4M Expands in Nashville

11/6/2024
Sofidel Acquires Tissue Division of Clearwater Paper Corporation

STRATEGIZING GROWTH AND EFFICIENCY October 2024
Strategic Approach for BSC Growth and Efficiency

11/5/2024
Top Young Scientist Contest Winner Features AI Handheld Pesticide Detector

11/5/2024
Hospeco Names Chief Revenue Officer

11/5/2024
EvaClean, Microsplitting Announce Disinfection Partnership

BACK IN SIN CITY   October 2024
What to Expect at ISSA Show North America 2024 

11/4/2024
Study Shows Facility Impact of Effective Hygiene Measures

11/4/2024
ISSA Announces 2024 Achievement Awards Honorees

11/4/2024
Stepan Company Names New CEO

COST OF CLEAN October 2024
Cleaning Budgets Plagued by Pricing Increases

11/1/2024
Motion to Purchase Hydraulics Manufacturer

11/1/2024
Stellar Service Brands Names New CEO

DIRTY PLACES, SMELLY SPACES October 2024
Identifying and Eliminating Odor Sources

BSCAI SHOW PREVIEW October 2024
BSCAI Reunites for Contracting Success at Mandalay Bay

10/31/2024
EPA Strengthens Standards for Lead Paint Dust Exposure

10/31/2024
3M Recognized with Sustainability Validation

10/31/2024
Roto-Rooter Jingle Turns 70

DIRTY PLACES, SMELLY SPACES October 2024
Preventing Facility Odors During Winter

10/30/2024
Pneumococcal Vaccination Recommendation Age Lowered from 65 to 50

10/30/2024
Ecolab Joins NPMA Key Partners Program

10/30/2024
GJK Facility Services Launches Giving Back Program

FROM THE EDITOR October 2024
A Family Legacy Lives On

10/29/2024
Employee Turnover Could Increase in 2025

10/29/2024
Tennant Announces Habitat for Humanity Sponsorship

10/29/2024
Cleanster Adds to Advisory Board

PASSING THE TORCH October 2024
Trust-Building Tips for New Salespeople On Long-Term Accounts

10/28/2024
Big-Name Brands Taking Promising Steps Toward Water Conservation

10/28/2024
Speakers Announced for ACI Convention Leadership Panel

10/28/2024
PURE Bioscience, Madison Chemical Announce Distribution Agreement

PASSING THE TORCH October 2024
Distributors Prepare the Next Generation of Salespeople

10/25/2024
Why Microfiber Demand Continues to Rise in Cleaning Industry

10/25/2024
Germfree Announces Acquisition of Acroplast

10/25/2024
H.I.G. Capital Acquires Rainham

AI TACKLES HAIS October 2024
How AI Impacts Cleaning Programs

10/24/2024
Rattiest City Features 10-Time Defending Champion

10/24/2024
Team Engine Enhances Latino Workforce Communication With WhatsApp Integration

10/24/2024
Lowe’s Pledges $10 Million to Hurricane Relief

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE October 2024
Faces of the Frontline Honors Kimberly Miller McKenzie, Lucas Building Maintenance

10/23/2024
Benefits of PVC-Upholstered Furniture in Healthcare Facilities

AI TACKLES HAIS October 2024
Study Shows How AI Supports HAI Prevention

10/23/2024
Hospeco Group EVP Announces Retirement

10/23/2024
Dyson Launches Demo Store in West Delhi

10/22/2024
Safety Checklist for Hurricane Milton Recovery

10/22/2024
Study Spotlights Infection Rate Risks for Understaffed Hospitals

10/22/2024
Stratus Building Solutions Expands in Wisconsin

10/22/2024
IICRC Announces 2025 Board of Directors

10/21/2024
Winner Announced in America’s Best Restroom Contest

10/21/2024
ACI Announces CEO Departure

10/21/2024
ISS Hires 2 Senior Leaders in North America

SMALL BUT MIGHTY October 2024
Advantages of Compact Floor Care Equipment

10/18/2024
The Impact of 'Greenhushing' on Commercial Cleaning

10/18/2024
PuroClean Launches PuroVet Discount Program

10/18/2024
Palmer Fixture Merges with LaCrosse Brush

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS October 2024
How Commercial Contract Cleaners Can Diversify Their Client Base

10/17/2024
EPA Reaches Settlement Over Unregistered Disinfectants

10/17/2024
Sellars Executives Honored with Industry Awards

10/17/2024
Office Pride Named to Franchise Times Top 400

FREETIME: CAMARADERIE AND COMPETITION COME TOGETHER FOR CHARITY September 2024
Jan/San Distributors Hitting the Links for a Good Cause

LEADERSHIP: UNDERSTANDING THE PILLARS OF PERSUASION October 2024
Techniques to Improve Persuasion Skills as a Leader

10/16/2024
Celebrate Frontline Staff on 'Thank Your Cleaner Day'

10/16/2024
Program Released for Interclean Shanghai 2024

10/16/2024
Moreno & Associates Joins NSA

10/15/2024
Survey Spotlights Insightful Hand Hygiene Habits

10/15/2024
Celebrating National Infection Control Week

10/15/2024
The Home Depot Foundation Pledges $3 Million to Hurricane Relief Efforts

FROM THE EDITOR October 2024
Nurturing Your Network

10/14/2024
The Dangers of Water and Mold Damage Post-Fire

10/14/2024
Aspire Expands Business Management Software

10/14/2024
Aramark Recognized for Inclusion Efforts

FOLLOW THE RULES September 2024
Reinforcing Chemical Safety Importance

10/11/2024
EPA Updates Safer Chemical Ingredients List

10/11/2024
New Bird Flu Cases Confirmed in California

10/11/2024
Convoy of Hope Serving Survivors of Hurricane Helene

10/11/2024
Fish Window Cleaning Earns Franchise Times Top 400 Distinction

10/10/2024
Key Hazards to Avoid Amid Hurricane Recovery

10/10/2024
Sellars Adds Avision Sales Group

10/10/2024
AHF Products Appoints VP of Marketing

FROM THE EDITOR: MANAGING WORKPLACE STRESS October 2024
Contributing to a Healthy Workplace Atmosphere

10/9/2024
Top Reasons Customers Change BSCs

10/9/2024
Facilities Prepare Ahead of Hurricane Milton

10/9/2024
Bissell Announces Initiative to Save Homeless Pets

10/9/2024
Southeastern Laundry Equipment Acquires Cochrane Repair

10/8/2024
Safety Reminders for Hurricane Helene Recovery

10/8/2024
Workplace Air Quality Survey Highlights Alarming Trends

10/8/2024
Smart Source Donates PPE for Storm Relief

10/8/2024
3M Launches Sustainability Docuseries

10/7/2024
Top Cleaning News from September

10/7/2024
Children’s Health Month Highlights Pollutant Exposure Risks

10/7/2024
Anago Cleaning Systems Named Among Nation’s Biggest Brands

10/7/2024
Green Seal Unveils New Brand Identity

10/4/2024
Teaching the Next Generation About Water Efficiency

10/4/2024
Key Drivers of Growing Bar Soap Market

10/4/2024
Sellars “I Spy” Manufacturing Month Challenge Kicks Off

10/4/2024
Network Distribution Appoints First Chief Commercial Officer

10/3/2024
Database Shares Accommodation Ideas for Disabled Workers

10/3/2024
Network Distribution Announces Member Awards

10/3/2024
Rust-Oleum Earns 2024 EPA Safer Choice Partner of the Year

THE STRATEGIC SELL: ESSENTIAL PIPELINE METRICS September 2024
5 Strategies to Improve Distributor Sales Pipelines

10/2/2024
Campaign Launched for RSV Awareness, Vaccinations

10/2/2024
The Home Depot Foundation Pledges up to $2 Million for Hurricane Helene Relief

10/2/2024
Jelmar Named Safer Choice Partner for 10th Straight Year

BATTERY BENEFITS  September 2024
Essential Safety Tips for Lithium Batteries

10/1/2024
Inclusive Hiring Concerns Surrounding AI-Powered Recruitment Tools

10/1/2024
IICRC S410 Standard Open for Public Review

10/1/2024
Spartan Chemical Appoints New Regional Manager

BATTERY BENEFITS September 2024
Distributors Discuss Key Benefits of Lithium-Ion Batteries

9/30/2024
Green Jobs Soaring in Otherwise Difficult Hiring Market

9/30/2024
RJ Schinner Named Among Wisconsin’s Top Companies

9/30/2024
ACI Recognized as Safer Choice Partner of the Year

EDITOR'S NOTE September 2024
4 Keys to a Strong Culture 

9/27/2024
2024 EPA Safer Choice Winners Announced

9/27/2024
Key Drivers Behind Booming Hospital Cleaning Chemicals Market

9/27/2024
Registration Open for Clean Buildings Conference 2025

9/27/2024
Waste Eliminator Acquires Unlimited Disposal

9/26/2024
How Automation is Becoming Pivotal for Facility Management

9/26/2024
Tahoe Supply Company Honored as Top Supply Partner

9/26/2024
Diversey Partners with Synexis LLC

MONEY IN THE BAG September 2024
Survey Outlines Distributor Staffing, Sales Compensation

9/25/2024
Students Fundraise $20K, Surprise Beloved Custodian With Dream Car

9/25/2024
Sodexo Re-Affirms Efforts Toward Workplace Inclusion

9/25/2024
Honeywell Names CFO Succession

9/24/2024
How Visual Cues Boost Hospital Cleanliness by 70 Percent

9/24/2024
3M Launches Docuseries Celebrating Climate Change Efforts

9/24/2024
Aramark Announces Expansion of Supply Chain Capabilities

THE SECRET TO SUCCESS August 2024
Facilities Maximize ROI with Help from Buying Groups

9/23/2024
The New Terminal One at JFK Airport Seeking New Janitorial Contract

9/23/2024
AI Takes Center Stage at DCKAP Round-Up 2024

THE SECRET TO SUCCESS August 2024
How Buying Groups Can Supercharge Educational Sales for Distributors

9/20/2024
BSCAI Announces New Members

9/20/2024
UniFirst Opens New Processing Facility

9/19/2024
How Much Would it Cost to Clean the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?

9/19/2024
PuroClean Recognized Among Most Valuable Franchises

9/19/2024
ISSA Elects 2025 Board Members

FREETIME: DOING THE FROGMAN SWIM August 2024
How the Frogman Swim Brings the Community Together

9/18/2024
Report Cites Infection Prevention Concerns in For-Profit Nursing Homes

9/18/2024
Updates Proposed to Improve Sustainable Product Purchasing

9/18/2024
4M Training Program Elevates Career Opportunities

9/18/2024
iRobot Announces Inducement Grants

9/17/2024
Online Tool Tracks Key Workforce Injury Trends

9/17/2024
Stratus Building Solutions Expands South Florida Operations

9/17/2024
Former Golden Star Executive VP, Air Force Vet Passes Away at 80

9/16/2024
DOL Expands Access to Mental Health, Substance Abuse Disorder Benefits

9/16/2024
Office Pride Opens The Woodlands-Conroe Location

9/16/2024
WorkWave Appoints New CFO

PROMOTING CLEAN, GREEN CARPETS August 2024
How Distributors Can Provide Carpet Care Expertise

9/13/2024
Rubbermaid to Host Annual Campaign Honoring Cleaning Professionals

9/13/2024
Oracle Announces Expansion of Warehouse Analytics Tool

PROMOTING CLEAN, GREEN CARPETS August 2024
Understanding the Pitfalls of Uncleaned Carpets

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE August 2024
Faces of the Frontline Honors Roxana Escobar

9/12/2024
Xplor Technologies Appoints Chief Commercial Officer

9/12/2024
BELFOR Franchise Group Unveils 35,000 Square Foot Development Facility

9/12/2024
It's International Housekeeper's Week

9/11/2024
NAW Opposes Executive Order Prioritizing Unions

9/11/2024
Menlo Marketing Updates Online Presence

9/11/2024
Service Management Systems Joins NSA

LEADERSHIP: IMPROVING MORALE THROUGH SELF-AWARENESS August 2024
Techniques Managers Can Use to Practice and Improve Self-Awareness

9/10/2024
Nominations Open for 2025 Green Chemistry Awards

9/10/2024
Jengo Facilities LLC Recognized for Positive Industry Impact

WEATHERING THE STORM August 2024
Selecting the Right Ice Melt Products

9/10/2024
Second Review of IICRC S400 Available

9/9/2024
Online Hygiene Education Program Supports Thousands of Students

9/9/2024
RJ Schinner Recognized for Company Growth

9/9/2024
Cleaning Industry Mourns Don Aslett

WEATHERING THE STORM August 2024
Simple Strategies for Stocking and Storing Ice Melt

9/6/2024
Top Cleaning News From August

9/6/2024
Aramsco Names Chief Commercial Officer

9/6/2024
Anago Cleaning Systems Recognized For Employee Satisfaction

9/5/2024
Registration Opens for National Dispenser Design Contest

9/5/2024
Highlands Announces Sales Partnership with Riley

9/5/2024
Key Cleaning Services Joins NSA

EMBRACING EFFECTIVE IAQ August 2024
Effective Equipment to Maintain Air Quality

9/4/2024
Annual Report Highlights Key Air Quality Trends

9/4/2024
BSCAI Partners With Menlo Marketing

9/4/2024
ASHRAE Announces Recipients of Society Scholarship

THE ROAD AHEAD August 2024
International Roadmap to Jan/San Innovation

9/3/2024
How BSCs Can Compete Against Low Bidders

9/3/2024
Sodexo Recognized for Inclusion Efforts

9/3/2024
Rochester Midland Corporation Appoints New CEO

EMBRACING EFFECTIVE IAQ August 2024
Identify and Prevent Poor IAQ Pitfalls

8/30/2024
EPA Strengthens Safer Choice Standard for Commercial Cleaning Products

8/30/2024
Sellars Announces 'I Spy' Challenge for Manufacturing Month

8/30/2024
Clean Team, Inc. Acquires Duncan & Sons’ Building Maintenance

AN EYE ON INNOVATION August 2024
Top Industry Products Used in Facilities

8/29/2024
FTC’s Noncompete Ban Blocked by Federal Judge

8/29/2024
Imperial Dade Expands Nevada Presence

8/29/2024
Brenner Facility Services Joins NSA

FROM THE EDITOR: FINE TUNING YOUR SALES TECHNIQUES August 2024
Why Upselling Can Be Pivotal for Distributors

8/28/2024
Mpox Playbook Released to Assist Infection Prevention in Facilities

8/28/2024
The Facilities Group Adds to National Advisory Board

8/28/2024
4M Announces Sales and Marketing Promotions

LITHIUM FOR THE LONG HAUL August 2024
Switching to Lithium Batteries Can Save on Labor

8/27/2024
Tips on Emergency Eyewash and Shower Selection for Facility Managers

8/27/2024
Greenlion Cleaning and Maintenance Earns DBE Certification

8/27/2024
iRobot Adds to Board of Directors

8/26/2024
How Much Water is Required for Manufactured Goods?

8/26/2024
Ameripolish Products Achieve Green Guard Certification

8/26/2024
Sodexo Announces Decade-Long Partnership with Hamline University

LITHIUM FOR THE LONG HAUL August 2024
Why Lithium-Ion Batteries are Making Waves in Cleaning

8/23/2024
IICRC Seeking Revisions for Multiple Standards

8/23/2024
TDC Joins National Service Alliance

KEEPING PACE? August 2024
How Facility Cleaning Managers Handle Staffing Struggles

8/22/2024
High School Students Share Handwashing Habits, Restroom Concerns

8/22/2024
ASHRAE Student Competition Winners Showcase Sustainable Building Design Practices

8/22/2024
CCS Services Names Co-Chief Operating Officer

KEEPING PACE? August 2024
Top Purchasing Considerations for Facility Cleaning Managers

8/21/2024
Study Offers Insight into Work Flexibility Importance

8/21/2024
Sodexo, Union Adventist University Announce Partnership

8/21/2024
Window Hero Launches New Drone-Powered Cleaning Service

KEEPING PACE? August 2024
Survey Dissects Facility Cleaning Budgets

8/20/2024
The Value of LEED Certification for Facilities

8/20/2024
Washie Toilet Seats to Feature Across RaceTrac Travel Centers Across South

8/20/2024
ISSA End Period Poverty Campaign Honored by American Society of Association Executives

KEEPING PACE? August 2024
Facility Cleaning Managers Share Top Management Priorities

8/19/2024
Nexstep Names Sales Reporting Specialist

8/19/2024
ISSA Joins Oracle NetSuite Associations and Buying Groups Program

KEEPING PACE? August 2024
Annual Survey Highlights Hot Topics for Facility Cleaning Managers

8/16/2024
5 Reasons Why BSCs and Distributors Will Embrace Sustainability

8/16/2024
Capital Sanitary Names Vendor Representative of the Year

8/16/2024
Wildman Business Group Acquires Advantage Linen Supply

THE STRATEGIC SELL: UNLOCKING CRM POTENTIAL   August 2024
5 Traits of Successful CRMs 

8/15/2024
Last Call to Vote in America’s Best Restroom Contest

8/15/2024
Kutol Announces New President and Executive VP

8/15/2024
Office Pride Franchise Has New Bloomington-Martinsville Owners

PRODUCTS MAKING AN IMPACT July 2024
Products Impacting the Cleaning Industry 

8/14/2024
DuPont Honored with 2 Sustainability Awards

8/14/2024
CleanCo Joins NSA

DIGGING DEEP ON FOREVER CHEMICALS August 2024
Forever Chemicals and How to Tackle Them

8/13/2024
Study: Annual Bird Death Toll from Building Collisions Could Surpass 1 Billion in U.S.

8/13/2024
PuroClean Eyes Florida for Continued Franchise Development

8/13/2024
Kemco Deploys Robotic Floor Scrubber at Top U.S. Hospital

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS July 2024
Knowing the Numbers Inside and Out

8/12/2024
Why Gen Z is Being Pushed Away from Cleaning Careers

8/12/2024
Spartan Chemical Named Top Nassco Manufacturer

8/12/2024
Sodexo Announces Zero-Waste Partnership with Cox Enterprises

TIMELY TRENDS July 2024
BSCs Discuss Hiring, Inflation, and Market Competition

8/9/2024
Ban Proposed for Cancer-Causing Workplace Chemical

8/9/2024
LACOSTA Facility Support Services Joins NSA

8/9/2024
Jelmar Announces New Leadership Hires

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS July 2024
The Acquisition Process, From Start to Finish

8/8/2024
Hospital Ward Evacuated After Cleaning Robot Catches Fire

8/8/2024
3M Announces New CFO

8/8/2024
Diamond Chemical Names New England Regional Manager

8/7/2024
CleanLink's Top News Stories from July

8/7/2024
Survey Offers Insights on Ballpark Restroom Conditions

8/7/2024
Morcon Tissue Partners with the Tunnel to Towers Foundation

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS July 2024
How Building Service Contractors Can Find the 'Paths to Profit'

8/6/2024
The Difference Between Water Efficiency and Conservation

8/6/2024
J. J. Keller, Juno Jones Announce Safety Footwear Partnership

8/6/2024
4M Expands in Wisconsin

FROM THE EDITOR: THE ELEVATOR PITCH August 2024
What's Your Elevator Pitch?

8/5/2024
Betco Awarded by BradyPLUS for Supplier Growth

8/5/2024
Kimberly-Clark Recognized by Hygieia Network as Diamond-Level Sponsor

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE July 2024
Faces of the Frontline: Irene Gonzalez, Heritage Building Maintenance

8/2/2024
Employees Likely to Stay at Jobs Through End of Year, Data Finds

8/2/2024
Marsden Services Acquires Feldkamp Enterprises

IN THE FIELD: REVOLUTION IN THE RESTROOM July 2024
How Preventative Restroom Maintenance Pays Dividends

8/2/2024
Diamond Chemical Company Announces New Territory Manager

8/1/2024
Santa Fe Custodian Recognized for Community Center Cleaning Efforts

8/1/2024
Robotic Window Cleaners Seeing Increased Demand

8/1/2024
Paramount Property Maintenance Joins NSA

8/1/2024
ISSA Awarded for End Period Poverty Campaign

7/31/2024
Paris Olympics Wins a Gold Medal for Sustainability

7/31/2024
$2M Granted for Texas Storm Cleanup Efforts

7/31/2024
ISSA Revamps Website

7/31/2024
CFS Brands Acquires Araven Hospitality-Foodservice

7/30/2024
Study Highlights AI Capabilities in Facilities

7/30/2024
Marsden Services Acquires HUB Enterprises

7/30/2024
Hospeco Acquires the Assets of Safety Zone and Impact Products Brands

IN THE FIELD: REVOLUTION IN THE RESTROOM July 2024
Tips and Tools for Sprucing Up Restroom Routines

7/29/2024
EPA Designates 5 Toxic Chemicals for Risk Evaluation

7/29/2024
BSCAI Announces New Affinity Partnership with Service First Processing

7/29/2024
TOMI Environmental Solutions Secures $1.2 Million Contract with Enviro-Mist Inc. 

FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY July 2024
How BSCs Can Build Trust With Customers

7/26/2024
Imperial Dade Adds Scale in Florida

7/26/2024
ABM Named Among 60 Best Companies to Sell For

7/25/2024
Dissecting the Cleaning Habits of College Students

7/25/2024
Study Details Improved Method to C. diff Testing

7/25/2024
Hi Gene’s Janitorial Joins NSA

7/25/2024
Industry Celebrates the Life of Ian Greig

7/24/2024
How Small Cleaning Businesses Can Avoid Failure

7/24/2024
Betco Names New Sales Director

7/24/2024
Microban, Cintas Announce Restrooms Partnership

FINDING THE IDEAL JANITORIAL TEAM PLAYER July 2024
Identify Top Candidates with 5 Effective Interview Questions

7/23/2024
BSCAI Shares Educational Opportunities

7/23/2024
Voting Opens for America’s Best Restroom Contest

7/23/2024
ISS Re-signs Armed Forces Covenant

7/23/2024
Kimberly Clark Names New Chief Research and Development Officer

7/22/2024
CCS Facility Services Announces Promotion

7/22/2024
Spartan Names Additional Regional Manager

7/22/2024
Training Seminars Focus on Stone, Carpet and Safety

FROM THE EDITOR July 2024
Proposed Laws Impacting Janitorial Work

7/19/2024
FTC Issues Warning to Franchisors Over Deceptive Practices

7/19/2024
Survey Highlights Public Restroom Concerns

7/19/2024
PuroClean Joins Forces to Launch "Partnership for a Resilient America" Initiative

7/19/2024
Spartan Announces Regional Manager Promotion

7/18/2024
More Cases of H5 Bird Flu Confirmed in Colorado

7/18/2024
Eagle Cleaning Corporation Joins NSA

7/18/2024
Betco Announces Sales VP Promotion

AN EDUCATION IN ODOR CONTROL June 2024
Learning Odor Control Lessons Through Trial-and-Error

7/17/2024
Next Major Steps for LEED v5

7/17/2024
Solenis Announces Rebranding

7/17/2024
BSCAI Welcomes New Members

AN EDUCATION IN ODOR CONTROL June 2024
Making Sense of Hidden Scents

7/16/2024
What’s Next for Service Robotics?

7/16/2024
Spartan Chemical Honored as Top Facilities Supplier

7/16/2024
Guardian Saints Commercial Cleaning Finalizes Contract with Covenant Christian Academy

BUFFING THE BUDGETS June 2024
Floor Equipment Choice Makes All the Difference

7/15/2024
Culver City Hospital Reaches 1,000-Day Infection-Free Milestone

7/15/2024
SERVPRO Recognized for Customer Service

7/15/2024
Allied Universal Appoints VP of Enterprise Accounts

BUFFING THE BUDGETS June 2024
How Burnishing Puts Some Shine on the Bottom Line

7/12/2024
World-Record Window Cleaner Follows in Father’s Footsteps

7/12/2024
Over $12M Available in Safety Training Grants

7/12/2024
BSCAI Announces Remaining 2024 Events

7/12/2024
Betco Announces Sales Promotions

7/11/2024
4th Case of Highly-Contagious Bird Flu Reported in U.S.

7/11/2024
Key Trends Impacting Surface Disinfectants

7/11/2024
Sodexo Announces Partnership with UVD Robots

7/11/2024
IFMA Announces Global Board for 2024-2025

7/10/2024
Extended Overtime Protection Rule Now in Place

7/10/2024
Michigan DNR Implementing Beach Cleaning Robots

7/10/2024
NAW Praises Decision to Block FTC's Ban on Non-Compete Agreements

7/10/2024
AmerCareRoyal Unveils Rebrand into ACR

7/9/2024
Rule Proposed to Protect Workers from Extreme Heat

7/9/2024
GP Facility Honored for Sustainability Efforts

7/9/2024
Network Distribution Named Among Best Companies to Work For

MAKING YOUR MARK June 2024
Distributor Tips for Launching and Sustaining a Private Label Program

7/8/2024
Top Cleaning News from 2024 So Far

7/8/2024
Chemical Industry Hosts Successful STEM Fundraiser

7/8/2024
BSCs Gathered in Amsterdam for 2024 Global Executive Summit

LEADERSHIP: WHY HEALING IS ESSENTIAL FOR RESOLVING WORKPLACE TENSION June 2024
How Personal Healing Improves Leadership Abilities

7/5/2024
CleanLink's Top Headlines from June

7/5/2024
Companies View Sustainability as Profit Driver, Study Finds

7/5/2024
4M Expands in Michigan

7/5/2024
Imperial Dade Adds Scale in Canada

7/3/2024
10 Questions BSCs Should Ask Their Customers

7/3/2024
Tips for Avoiding Smoke and Air Pollution During Wildfires

7/3/2024
PuroClean Franchise Owner Honored for Community Service Efforts

7/3/2024
SelecTech Names Director of Sales

7/2/2024
Green Cleaning a Key Factor in Waste Management Evolution

7/2/2024
Sodexo Recognized for Foodservice Quality

7/2/2024
Celebrate Excellence Through Industry Recognition

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS May 2024
Lift as You Climb: How Three Women are Leading in the BSC Industry

7/1/2024
Top Factors Behind Widespread Employee Burnout

7/1/2024
Safety Express Acquires Sycorp

7/1/2024
Hospeco Acquires Nuance Solutions

HOW MATURITY MODELS ENABLE TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE June 2024
Why Maturity Models Make Sense for Educational Settings

6/28/2024
Survey Highlights Why Clean Restrooms are Good for Business

6/28/2024
IICRC S400 Standard Available for Public Review

6/28/2024
Indoor Health Council Seeks Cleaning Managers for Focus Groups

HOW MATURITY MODELS ENABLE TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE June 2024
Making Health and Sustainability a Priority

6/27/2024
What to Know About the Updated Displaced Janitors Bill Proposal

6/27/2024
WOW! Building Maintenance Solutions Recognized for Local Service Quality

6/27/2024
Georgia Pacific Honored for Efforts to Prevent Domestic Violence

6/26/2024
Why Too Much Competition Can Be Good for BSCs

6/26/2024
Medline Announces Expansion of Illinois Testing Lab

6/26/2024
ABM Acquires Quality Uptime Services

FREETIME: BREAKING BREAD AND FORMING BONDS June 2024
Food and Wine Combine to Build Community Bonds

6/25/2024
Exploring the Innovative Trends of Toilet Seats

6/25/2024
ABM Announces Partnership With Autosports Team

6/25/2024
New Guidance Available for Enzyme-Based Cleaning Products

6/24/2024
Recognizing Top EVS Technicians

6/24/2024
CClean Inducted into Westchester County Business Hall of Fame

FROM THE EDITOR: GLOBAL FOOTPRINTS June 2024
Europe’s Influence on U.S. Sustainability

6/21/2024
Potential Implications of California’s Office Cleaning Restriction Bill

6/21/2024
Office Pride Opens Southeast Dallas Location

6/21/2024
Kimberly Clark Awards 47 Students with Scholarships

TAKING THE NEXT STEP June 2024
Cleaning Managers Discuss Green, IAQ and Infection Prevention in Educational Facilities

6/20/2024
Sinks Identified as Disease Outbreak Hotspot in Hospitals, Study Finds

6/20/2024
Essendant Announces Interim CEO

6/20/2024
Leading Cleaning Product Suppliers Advocate on Capitol Hill

FROM THE EDITOR: INNOVATION OBSERVATIONS June 2024
Interclean Amsterdam Showcases Continuous Industry Progression

6/19/2024
How to Handle Overheating Lithium-Ion Batteries

6/19/2024
Solenis Expands in Norway

TAKING THE NEXT STEP June 2024
Scheduling and Training on Cleaning Standards in Schools

6/18/2024
How Distributors Can Leverage Data Against Larger Scale Competitors

6/18/2024
ABM Partners With Phoenix Airports

6/18/2024
Starco Chemical Announces Return of Sales VP

FACILITATE IMPROVED HANDWASHING June 2024
Factors to Consider When Bundling Cleaning Products

6/17/2024
The Rising Role of Disinfection Robots in Commercial Cleaning

6/17/2024
Tork Partners with Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia

6/17/2024
ACI Continues Advocacy for Equitable Cleaning Product Legislation

FACILITATE IMPROVED HANDWASHING June 2024
Improving Hand Hygiene with Product Bundling

6/14/2024
Career Advancement Guide Released for Infection Preventionists

6/14/2024
Solenis Acquires Aqua ChemPacs

6/14/2024
Cintas Ranked in Fortune 500 for 7th Consecutive Year

DISTRIBUTORS NAME TOP PRODUCTS June 2024
Celebrating the 2024 Distributor Choice Award Winners

6/13/2024
Program to Provide Small Businesses with Additional Funding

6/13/2024
Registration Open HGSC 2024 Summer Summit

6/13/2024
Office Pride Opens Missoula-Bitterroot Location

6/12/2024
Key Factors Behind Growing Floor Scrubber Battery Market

6/12/2024
Kimberly Clark Shares Sustainability Goals

6/12/2024
TOMI Environmental Solutions Secures Purchase Agreements with Pharmaceutical Companies

THE STRATEGIC SELL: KNOWING WHEN TO WALK AWAY June 2024
Applying Gambling Tactics to Distributor Sales Success 

6/11/2024
10 Strategies to Help Cleaning Workers Manage Mental Workload

TAKING THE NEXT STEP June 2024
Challenges to Involving Building Occupants in Cleaning Programs

6/11/2024
SC Johnson, R-Zero Announce Technology Partnership

6/11/2024
Aramark Teams Up With Pringle Robotics

6/10/2024
EPA Proposes Restrictions on Common Cleaning Chemical Solvent

6/10/2024
Charlotte Products Names VP of Sales and Marketing

6/10/2024
JLL Announces AI-Powered Facility Management App

TAKING THE NEXT STEP June 2024
Cleaning Managers Tackle Departmental Challenges

6/7/2024
Steps to Prevent Spread of Legionnaire’s Disease in Facilities

6/7/2024
Moblico, Continuum Announce Wholesale Distribution Partnership

6/7/2024
Babco Building Services Joins NSA

6/6/2024
Projecting the Next 5 Years of Facilities Management

6/6/2024
Kimberly-Clark to End Operations in Nigeria

6/6/2024
Sodexo Announces Group Purchasing Agreement with Premier, Inc.

6/5/2024
Houston Custodians Secure New Contract

6/5/2024
National Photo Contest Promotes Heat Safety Awareness

6/5/2024
Imperial Dade Continues New York Expansion

6/5/2024
ABM Expands EV Infrastructure Capabilities to Service Fleets

6/4/2024
Top Cleaning Stories from the Past Month

6/4/2024
Advantive Names New CEO

6/4/2024
ABM Named Among Top Companies for Sustainability

IN THE FIELD: QUATS: THE DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD May 2024
How Quats Can Be Applied Responsibly

6/3/2024
Second Case H5 Bird Flu Confirmed in Michigan

6/3/2024
Banana Products Ends Exclusive Distribution Agreement with Impact Products

6/3/2024
Guardian Saint Commercial Cleaning Launches in Dallas-Forth Worth

IN THE FIELD: QUATS: THE DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD May 2024
Tips and Tricks for Using Quat-based Cleaners Safely

5/31/2024
How Distributors Can Ensure Worker Safety

5/31/2024
LESSEAU a Double-Winner at Interclean Amsterdam 2024

5/31/2024
Marsden Appoints Chief HR Officer

IN THE FIELD: QUATS: THE DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD May 2024
Advantages and Alternatives to Quat-based Cleaning

5/30/2024
Key Factors Behind Booming Smart Restrooms Market

5/30/2024
How Climate Change Impacts Disease Detection

5/30/2024
Midwest Janitorial Service Joins NSA

5/30/2024
Bona Adds Managers to Team

5/29/2024
Associated Builders and Contractors To Fight DOL’s New Overtime Rule

5/29/2024
Indoor Health Council Launches Clean Hands Certification Program

5/29/2024
ABM CEO Earns Top Spot on 2024 Role Model List

BENEFITS OF IMPROVED CLEANING CARTS FOR FRONTLINE STAFF May 2024
How Fine-tuning Cart Organization Pays Dividends

5/28/2024
Actions to Take Before Using AI for Business

5/28/2024
Hospeco Brands Group Purchases Assets of Supply Source Enterprises

5/28/2024
DEMA Adds to Customer Support Team

BENEFITS OF IMPROVED CLEANING CARTS FOR FRONTLINE STAFF May 2024
Cleaning Cart Improvement Tips for BSCs

5/27/2024
Closed For Memorial Day

5/24/2024
Experts Call for Overhaul on Medical Instrument Cleaning Instructions

5/24/2024
Imperial Dade Expands Services in Canada

5/24/2024
All Pro Cleaning Services Joins NSA

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE May 2024
Faces of the Frontline Honors Karina Moreno Colmenares

5/23/2024
How OSHA’s Rulemaking on Hazard Communications Standard Impacts Chemical Distributors

5/23/2024
Interclean Amsterdam Reflects on 2024 Show

5/23/2024
Office Pride Honors Top Franchise Owners at 2024 Retreat

RE-EVALUATING CUSTOMER COMMUNICATIONS May 2024
Win New Customers Through Improved Communications

5/22/2024
ABM Named Among Top Healthcare Workplaces

5/22/2024
Tennant Appoints New Board Member

5/22/2024
Runners-Up Announced in National Custodian Contest

5/21/2024
Keeping Historical Buildings Clean Requires Special Attention

5/21/2024
ACD Announces Inaugural ChemPolicy Champion Award Winner

5/21/2024
Aramark Honored for Community Involvement

KEEPING A STEADY PACE May 2024
Contract Cleaning Market Study Reveals Industry Momentum

5/20/2024
Remembering Industry Icon F. Quinn Stepan

5/20/2024
ANSI/IICRC S520 Standard for Professional Mold Remediation Published

FROM THE EDITOR: UNDERSTANDING LABOR LAWS May 2024
How Labor Laws Put Strain on Contractors

5/17/2024
Case Study: School District Utilizes Versatile Floor Cleaners

5/17/2024
Winner Announced in 5th Annual Custodians Are Key Program

5/17/2024
PathoSans Honors Eden Green Technology for CSR Initiatives

5/17/2024
Imperial Dade Expands New York Presence

5/16/2024
BSC Fined for Child Labor Violations

5/16/2024
Interclean Amsterdam Innovation Award Winners Announced

5/16/2024
LCS Janitorial Service & Supply Joins NSA

5/15/2024
Betco Launches Elite Cleaning Professional Certification Program

5/15/2024
Aramark Hosts International Innovation Summit in Chile

5/14/2024
Report Reveals Latest Office Occupancy Trends

5/14/2024
Key Factors Behind the Rise of Hospital Cleaning Chemicals

5/14/2024
ABM Affiliate Expands in Canada

5/14/2024
ACI to Host Mid-Year Meeting in June

5/13/2024
New Forecast Tool Available to Combat Heat Risk

5/13/2024
PuroClean Donating Supplies for Upcoming School Year

5/13/2024
Betco Announces Recent Sales Team Promotions

SHEDDING LIGHT ON DISINFECTING TECHNOLOGY April 2024
Using UVC to Supplement Infection Prevention in Healthcare

5/10/2024
6 Business Leaders Share Life Lessons Learned from their Mothers

5/10/2024
CASE STUDY: Floor Machine Saves Miami University Huge Productivity Hours

5/10/2024
3M Expands Nebraska Manufacturing Plant

5/10/2024
Office Pride Commercial Cleaning in Central Indiana Named Top Workplace

5/9/2024
How Cleaning Business Can Boost Marketing Through Tip Sheets

5/9/2024
Indoor Health Council Earns Praise from Leading Cognitive Psychologists

5/9/2024
Sodexo Agrees to Contract with University of Cincinnati

MAINTAINING HANDWASHING MOMENTUM April 2024
Overlooked Areas for Soap and Sanitizer Dispensers

5/8/2024
How ‘Cleaning Matters’ Became an Industry Catchphrase

5/8/2024
Imperial Dade Expands in Illinois

5/8/2024
Grupo EULEN Appoints New VP

MAINTAINING HANDWASHING MOMENTUM April 2024
How to Improve Hand Hygiene Programs

5/7/2024
SEIU Janitors Contract Ratified Impacting Over 500 Members Across Cleveland 

5/7/2024
Kimberly-Clark Announces ‘Greenovation’ Award Winners

5/7/2024
Corvus Janitorial Systems Recognized as Leading Franchise Opportunity in 2024

THE STRATEGIC SELL: THE SECRET TO UNLOCKING SALES SUCCESS April 2024
The Difference Between Leading and Lagging Sales Indicators

5/6/2024
5 Ways Handwashing Changed Since the Pandemic

5/6/2024
New ACI Board Officers Elected

5/6/2024
USGBC Announces 2024 LEED for Cities Leadership Program Cohort

5/6/2024
Putting Your Tax Refund Into Action

BREAKING THROUGH THE BACKACHE April 2024
The Cost of Going Green

5/3/2024
CleanLink's Top News from April

5/3/2024
Imperial Dade Expands Ontario Presence

5/3/2024
4M Acquires SG360

FREETIME: FINDING JOY ON THE FARM April 2024
Improving the Land is a Community Affair, and Not Just the People

5/2/2024
Study Shares Opinions on Controversial Restroom Behaviors

5/2/2024
Kimberly-Clark Announces Sustainability Partnership with NBA Team

5/2/2024
JLL Receive Certifications for Health and Safety

TAKING THE GREEN PLUNGE April 2024
How to Have the Conversation About Sustainability

5/1/2024
Network Distribution Recognizes Spartan Twice Over

5/1/2024
Office Pride Announces New CEO

LEADING THE PACK April 2024
Sustainability Perks of Pre-Portioned Chemicals

4/30/2024
Preparation Tips for Summer Heat Waves

4/30/2024
Clean Buildings Conference Draws Cleaning Pros to Baltimore

4/30/2024
Chem-Dry Earns ECOLOGO Certification

LEADING THE PACK April 2024
Bottom-Line Benefits of Pre-portioned Chemicals

4/29/2024
FTC Announces Rule Banning Noncompetes

4/29/2024
Sellars Adds VP of National Accounts

4/29/2024
Grainger Elect New Directors to Board

BREAKING THROUGH THE BACKACHE April 2024
Technology Spearheads Industry Innovation

4/26/2024
Compensation Thresholds Increased for Overtime Eligibility

4/26/2024
PuroClean Named Among Top Low-Cost Franchises

4/26/2024
P&G Appoints Senior VP of Australia and New Zealand

SETTING THE STANDARDS April 2024
Green Certifications Ensure Cleaning Products Are Safe and Effective

4/25/2024
Terminology Updated for Notable Air Pathogens

4/25/2024
Record Attendance Anticipated at Interclean Amsterdam 2024

4/25/2024
Green Seal Releases 2024 Impact Report

BREAKING THROUGH THE BACKACHE April 2024
Evaluating the Evolution of Ergonomic Equipment

4/24/2024
5 Key Trends Defining the Distribution Industry

4/24/2024
LionsBot, RobotLAB Announce Partnership

4/24/2024
Essity Joins Unstereotype Alliance

MARKETING MATTING PROGRAMS April 2024
Promoting Facility Matting Plans in Facilities

4/23/2024
Envoy Releases Guide for Return-to-Office Support

4/23/2024
ABM Recognized for Veteran Support

April 2024
How Mats Improve Occupant Safety, Facility Wellness

4/22/2024
4 Ways Facilities Can Support the Planet on Earth Day

4/22/2024
Winner Named in Annual Hygiene Specialist Competition

4/22/2024
Aunt Flow Announces Product Partnership with Houston Airports

UNDERSTANDING A SCOPE OF SERVICES April 2024
Developing Comprehensive Service Strategies for Facility Cleaning Programs

4/19/2024
Upcoming Seminar to Discuss LEED 5 Implications

4/19/2024
Program Announced for Interclean Healthcare Forum

STANDING OUT April 2024
How to Maintain a Quality Customer Service Program

4/19/2024
Distributors Identify Top Jan/San Products

4/18/2024
Why Proposed LEED V5 May Set the Cleaning Industry Back

4/18/2024
PuroClean Franchise Co-Owners Earn ‘MVP’ Distinction

4/18/2024
Wildman Commits 605 Service Hours to Community Partners

STANDING OUT  April 2024
Tips for Distributors to Improve Customer Service 

4/17/2024
CDC Shares Improved Response Plan to Public Health Threats

4/17/2024
NAW's Growth Continues with New Senior Staff Hires

4/17/2024
Georgia-Pacific Commits $150 Million for Paper Machine Rebuild

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS March 2024
BSCAI Executive Insight Profile: Matt Urmanski

4/16/2024
Labor Agencies Emphasize Fair Use of AI in Workplace

4/16/2024
Imperial Dade Expands Foodservice Presence in Northeast

4/16/2024
ABM Announces Energy Performance Contracting Program

FROM THE EDITOR: SERVICE WITH A SMILE April 2024
Why Strong Customer Service is Essential

4/15/2024
Up to $67 Million Awarded for Disabled Youth Employment Opportunities

4/15/2024
Office Pride Ranked Among Top Low-Cost Franchises

4/15/2024
Janicon Conference Debuts in Nashville

HYGIENIC ADVANTAGES OF CLOSED CARTRIDGE SOAP DISPENSERS March 2024
Closed Cartridge Soap Dispensers Provide Tamper and Germ-Free Setup

4/12/2024
Government Custodial Contractors Required to Cut PFAs from Contracts

4/12/2024
Remembering Donald Mullett, Former Bradley CEO

4/12/2024
ACI Announces Personnel Moves

LEADERSHIP: HOW EMPATHY IS PIVOTAL FOR MORALE April 2024
Empathy is Key to Employee Trust and Retention

4/11/2024
Warehouse Workers Embrace ‘Gamification’ of Job, Study Finds

4/11/2024
PuroClean Share Nationwide Expansion Plan

HYGIENIC ADVANTAGES OF CLOSED CARTRIDGE SOAP DISPENSERS March 2024
Pros and Cons of Bulk Soap Dispensers vs. Closed Cartridges

4/11/2024
ACD Applauds Resolution to Roll Back EPA’s Changes to the Risk Management Program

FROM THE EDITOR: LIVE AND IN-PERSON April 2024
Benefits of Networking in the Cleaning Industry

4/10/2024
Nominations Open for America's Best Restroom Contest

4/10/2024
Genuine Parts Company Announces Officer Promotion

4/10/2024
Sodexo Expands Foodservice Presence in China

4/9/2024
New EPA Website Launched for Permit Transparency

4/9/2024
Forecasting 5 Years of the Flooring Market

4/9/2024
4M Expands Leadership Team

4/9/2024
Contest Announced for Best Custodian Cleaning Hacks

ELITE BSC March 2024
Winning Customer Loyalty in the Janitorial Services Business

4/8/2024
Employee Representation Rule Finalized for OSHA Inspections

4/8/2024
5 Days Left to Vote in National Top Custodian Contest

4/8/2024
BradyPLUS Expands in Northeast with EcoIndustrial Acquisition

4/8/2024
Latest Round of CIMS Advanced by GBAC Certifications Announced

4/5/2024
Why Distributors Should Utilize Confirmation Emails

4/5/2024
Highly Infectious Avian Flu Strain Detected in US

4/5/2024
Sellars CEO Recognized For Industry Impact

4/5/2024
USGBC Releases LEED v5 for Public Comment

IAQ STARTS UNDERFOOT March 2024
Thinking Beyond the Vacuum

4/4/2024
Cinemas Harbor Alarming Amounts of Bacteria, Study Finds

4/4/2024
Green Ambassadors Competition Showcases Recycling Innovation Initiatives

4/4/2024
S.P. Richards Recognizes Top Suppliers

4/4/2024
Nominations Now Accepted for IICRC Board of Directors

4/3/2024
Winners Announced in Nationwide Dispenser Design Contest

4/3/2024
Empower Brands Recognizes Top Franchises

4/3/2024
3M Healthcare Spinoff Officially Launched

IAQ STARTS UNDERFOOT March 2024
How Carpets Contribute to Facility Air Quality

4/2/2024
Key Barriers to Hygiene Inclusivity in Restrooms

4/2/2024
Network Distribution Announces 2024 Supplier Award Winners

4/2/2024
4M Expands in Connecticut

4/1/2024
CleanLink's Top News from March 2024

4/1/2024
Key Factors Behind a Booming Floor Machine Market

4/1/2024
Solenis Earns 3rd Consecutive Platinum EcoVadis Recognition

4/1/2024
Anago Shares Expansion Progress, Future Goals

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE March 2024
Faces of the Frontline Honors TJ Knapp

3/28/2024
Poll Results: Where Does Your Department Stand on Budgets?

3/28/2024
Campaign Announced to Address Healthcare Worker Burnout

3/28/2024
KBS Shares Recapitalization Plans

3/28/2024
Clorox Announces Divestment in Multiple South American Countries

3/27/2024
School Custodian Makes Nearly 300 Birdhouses for Art Project

3/27/2024
Owner of Janitorial, Hospitality Businesses Sentenced for Tax and Immigration Charges

3/27/2024
First Class Cleaning Joins NSA

3/27/2024
IFMA Announces CEO Resignation Plans

MAKING THE RIGHT MOVES March 2024
Seeking Balance Between Cleaning Work and a Personal Life

3/26/2024
Why Microbial-Based Cleaning Products Are On the Rise

3/26/2024
Restroom Care Tips for International Cleaning Week

3/26/2024
PathoSans Announces Sustainability Partnership with THE HOTEL at Black Oak Casino Resort

MAKING THE RIGHT MOVES March 2024
Leading Women Share Their Journeys in the Cleaning World

3/26/2024
Industry Product Award Leaders Change as Voting Continues

3/25/2024
Staff Appreciation Tips for International Cleaning Week

3/25/2024
How AI Tools Can Help Detect HAIs

3/25/2024
Cintas Acquires Paris Uniform Services

3/25/2024
TASKI Expands Production to U.S.

FROM THE EDITOR: TACKLING TURNOVER March 2024
Report Evaluates Industry Turnover

3/22/2024
Financial Transparency: How BSCs Can Build Trust with Customers

3/22/2024
Why Understanding Neurodiversity is Critical in the Workplace

3/22/2024
ABM Named Among 25 Best Companies for Latinos to Work

3/22/2024
SEIU Local 1 Janitors, Northeast Ohio Worker Center to Host Forum Discussion

3/21/2024
Poll: Where Does Your Department Stand on Budgets?

3/21/2024
What’s Next for Occupancy Sensing Technology in Facilities?

3/21/2024
ABCO Teams Up with Composting Facility to Minimize Food Waste 

3/21/2024
TruArc Partners Acquires Meyer Laboratory

3/20/2024
Registration Open for Interclean Amsterdam 2024

3/20/2024
Proposal Announced for Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standards

3/20/2024
3M Announces New CEO

3/20/2024
7 Ameripolish Products Earn Green Certification

3/19/2024
5 Things Customers Look for in Distributors Today

3/19/2024
How AI-Equipped Robots Can Combat Labor Shortages

3/19/2024
CFS Brands Names New Sales Team

3/18/2024
Finalists Revealed for Annual Custodian of the Year Contest

3/18/2024
Sodexo Appoints Chief Commercial Officer

3/18/2024
ABCO Shares 4 Sustainability Resolutions for 2024 

3/15/2024
Stronger Standards Finalized for Protection from Chemical Accidents

3/15/2024
Berk International President and Founding Partner Announces Retirement

3/15/2024
Essity Recognized for Supplier Management

FROM THE EDITOR March 2024
Keeping on Top of Product Innovation 

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS March 2024
Exploring the Use of AI in the Contract Cleaning Industry

3/14/2024
Minnesota Union Custodians Secure New Tentative Contract After Strike

3/14/2024
Survey Reveals Increase in Spring Cleaning Participants

3/14/2024
ABM Announces Energy Performance Contract Program

3/14/2024
Veritiv Names Senior VP of Business Development

3/13/2024
Report Highlights Recommendations for Improved Infection Control in Nursing Homes

3/13/2024
Coastal Building Maintenance Joins NSA

3/13/2024
Imperial Dade Expands Presence in New York City

3/12/2024
How New SEC Rules Impact Professional Cleaning Industry

3/12/2024
Anago Ranked Top Franchise for Under $50K and $25K

3/12/2024
ACD Releases Statement on State of the Union Address

SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS January 2024
Ten Tips for Making Small Business Finances Work For You

3/11/2024
Did You Know? When Trash Cans Took a New Step

3/11/2024
Tennant Acquires Austrian-Based Distributor

3/11/2024
Cintas Announces Headquarters Expansion

3/8/2024
Projecting the Next Decade of Surface Cleaning Products

3/8/2024
KBS Appoints Chief Commercial Officer

3/8/2024
Acme Paper to Host Innovation Showcase 

3/8/2024
Sanitary Maintenance Names Early Award Frontrunners

SETTING THE STANDARD February 2024
Sales Leaders 2024: Glen Huizenga Utilizes Former Custodial Expertise

3/7/2024
Standardization and Efficiency: The Name of the Cost Savings Game

3/7/2024
CDC Releases Updated COVID-19 Guidance

3/7/2024
UMF, APIC Continue Strategic Partnership

3/7/2024
Spruce Industries Featured in New Episode of Driven by DCKAP Podcast

SETTING THE STANDARD February 2024
Sales Leaders 2024: Rob Novak Personifies a Team-First Approach

3/6/2024
Essential Ladder Safety Tips for Frontline Workers

3/6/2024
Top Job Services Joins NSA

3/6/2024
Imperial Dade Expands in Houston

SETTING THE STANDARD February 2024
Sales Leaders 2024: Ian Quan Prioritizes Mentorship

3/6/2024
Honoring Women in Cleaning

3/5/2024
Janitorial Contract Campaign Launched in Cleveland

3/5/2024
Key Factors Behind a Booming Infection Control Market

3/5/2024
Nominations Announced for Amsterdam Innovation Award 2024

3/5/2024
ABM Announces Changes to Leadership Team

SETTING THE STANDARD February 2024
Sales Leaders 2024: Brent Geis Embraces Industry Trends

3/4/2024
Top CleanLink News from February 2024

3/4/2024
5 Tell-Tale Signs of Termite Infestations in Facilities

3/4/2024
Interclean Announces Healthcare Cleaning Forum

3/4/2024
Chem-Dry Announces Expansion Plans

SETTING THE STANDARD February 2024
Sanitary Maintenance Names 2024 Sales Leaders

3/1/2024
4M Hires Head of M&A

3/1/2024
CloroxPro Releases Office Wellness Toolkit for Infection Prevention

FACILITY EXECS FLOCK TO BALTIMORE  February 2024
Facility Managers Prioritize Clean Buildings Conference  

FREETIME: HOW TO HUNT AN ALLIGATOR February 2024
Why Hunting and Selling Alligators is Surprisingly Practical

2/29/2024
Study Reveals Prevalence of Germs on Backpacks

2/29/2024
Janitronics Continues Family Legacy with New Marketing Coordinator

2/29/2024
Harvard Maintenance CFO Honored by Exceptional Women Alliance

2/28/2024
Prototypes Awarded for Clean Indoor Air Innovation During Wildfires

2/28/2024
Newell Brands Make Changes to Board of Directors

2/28/2024
New Textbook Fosters Ecological Stewardship in Property Management

TOWEL & TISSUE TRENDS February 2024
Selling Sustainability of Towel and Tissue

2/27/2024
A 5-Year Forecast into the Contract Cleaning Market

2/27/2024
Tennant Company and Brain Corp Sign Exclusive Technology Agreement

2/27/2024
Colgate Expands Board of Directors

TOWEL & TISSUE TRENDS February 2024
Paper Trends that Meet Industry Demand
Thoughts from a recent round table of industry leaders

2/26/2024
Survey: Americans Want More Privacy in Public Restrooms

2/26/2024
Janitorial Services Provider Reported for Child Labor Practices

2/26/2024
Sodexo, AstraZeneca Agree to Extension

2/26/2024
3M Announces Plans for Healthcare Spin-Off

FROM THE EDITOR: REVERSING SALES SLUMPS February 2024
Qualities of Successful Sales Reps

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE February 2024
Faces of the Frontline Honors Ingrid Martinez, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

2/23/2024
CDC Considering COVID-19 Spring Booster Recommendation

2/23/2024
Key Drivers Behind a Booming Cleaning Chemicals Market

2/23/2024
Sellars Honored with Top Impact Award  

2/23/2024
Training Opportunities Ahead of National Ladder Safety Month

SETTING THE STANDARD February 2024
Protocols Pivotal to Successful Infection Control

2/22/2024
How the Professional Cleaning Industry Can Prepare for Earth Day

2/22/2024
Updated Action Plan Released for Employee Equity

2/22/2024
Cintas Acquires Kentucky-Based Facility Services Provider

2/22/2024
GP PRO Names Senior VP of Sales

RENEWING THE FOCUS February 2024
How Distributors Can Assist with Infection Control Programs

HEALTHY SCHOOLS: ALL TOGETHER NOW February 2024
Lessons Learned from Developing an Integrated IAQ Strategy in Schools

2/21/2024
$83 Million Pledged to Improve Community Air Quality Monitoring

2/21/2024
ServiceMaster Expands Scope to Lake County

2/21/2024
Genesis Biosciences Joins Consortium Against Antimicrobial Resistance

RISE OF THE TITANS  February 2024
Latest Distribution Merger Promises to Move the Industry Forward 

2/20/2024
Chicago Public Schools Proposes Return to In-House Custodial Management

2/20/2024
How Moral Leadership Impacts Loyalty, Performance of Employees

2/20/2024
GP Appoints Chief Customer Officer

2/20/2024
ProScan Media Products Joins AFFLINK as Preferred Supplier

2/19/2024
Happy President's Day

2/16/2024
The Latest Flu Activity Across the U.S.

2/16/2024
How Laundry Services are Evolving

2/16/2024
Georgia-Pacific Recognized for Community Involvement

2/16/2024
PuroClean Named to Franchise 500 List

SPOTLIGHTING SURFACTANTS February 2024
How Details Make a Difference When Choosing Surfactants

2/15/2024
Best Cleaning Practices for Preventing a ‘Tripledemic’

2/15/2024
Finalists Announced in Annual Custodians Are Key Competition

2/15/2024
Revolent Capital Solutions Announces New CFO

2/15/2024
Bird-X Celebrates 60 Years of Service

SPOTLIGHTING SURFACTANTS February 2024
Why Bio-Based Chemicals are Gaining a Following

2/14/2024
Adherence to Infection Control Protocols Depends on Job, Study Finds

2/14/2024
Manufacturer Fined Following Amputation Incident, Insufficient Training Cited

2/14/2024
The Facilities Group Names New CFO

2/14/2024
Diversey, Slimstones B.V. Partner To Further Develop Plastics-Free Hand Care

THE STRATEGIC SELL: UNLEASHING SALES SUCCESS IN 2024   February 2024
How to Address the 3 Most Common Sales Challenges 

2/13/2024
Understanding Climate Grief and How to Deal With It

2/13/2024
Essity Recognized for Conservation Practices

2/13/2024
Bobrick Acquires Sylvester & Associates

COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE February 2024
How to Preserve Carpet Quality in Facilities

2/12/2024
Top 10 Finalists in Happy Hands Dispenser Contest

2/12/2024
Report Details Benefits of California Clean Air Policies

2/12/2024
Genesis Biosciences Names Laboratory Manager

2/12/2024
Office Pride Announces New COO

COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE February 2024
Pivotal Tools for Optimized Carpet Care

2/9/2024
Drone Training Program Leads to Commercial Cleaning Job Opportunities

2/9/2024
Study Highlights Key Reasons Employees Consider Switching Jobs

2/9/2024
I Supply Company Celebrates 80 Years of Business

2/9/2024
WM Celebrates 15th Year as Title Sponsor of the WM Phoenix Open

TRAIN AND RETAIN  February 2024
Embracing a New Approach to Facility Management  

2/8/2024
New Hampshire Investigating PFAs from Commercial Cleaning Wastewater

2/8/2024
Tips to Improve Networking Skills

2/8/2024
ACI Board Adds Four New Directors

2/8/2024
Sodexo’s InReach Purchases Five Star Food Services

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS January 2024
BSCAI Announces Recipient of 2023 Stephen H. Swigart Scholarship

2/7/2024
Office Foot Traffic Levels Still Down Despite Rise in Mandates

2/7/2024
New Steps Announced to Protect Communities from PFAs

2/7/2024
Imperial Dade Expands in Quebec

2/7/2024
Brightwell Expands US Marketing Team

LEADERSHIP: SERVING A LESSON IN LISTENING February 2024
The Benefits to Leaders Who Listen

2/6/2024
Mayo Clinic Frontline Workers Picket for Higher Wages

2/6/2024
How Outsourcing Will Impact Facilities Management Growth

2/6/2024
ACI Shares Top Association Priorities for 2024

2/6/2024
Grainger Announces Plans for New Distribution Center Near Houston

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS January 2024
How to Treat Your Business Like an Investment

2/5/2024
Survey Reveals Promising Handwashing Trends

2/5/2024
Mississippi Awarded $800K in Disaster Cleanup Aid

2/5/2024
Imperial Dade Canada Acquires Superior SANY Solutions

2/5/2024
Zenex Adds to Aerosol Technical Team

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS January 2024
BSCAI Conference a Big Winner in Vegas 

2/2/2024
Report: Poor Business Review Processes Causing Supplier Revenue Losses

2/2/2024
The Latest Trends Surrounding Biosurfactants

2/2/2024
Ecolab, Ford Announce Sustainability Partnership

2/2/2024
Kimberly Clark Names Senior VP

FROM THE EDITOR: February 2024
Discussing Key Traits of Successful Leaders

2/1/2024
CleanLink's Best from January 2024

2/1/2024
Study Analyzes Impact of Toilet Lids on Spread of Pathogens

2/1/2024
Anago Cleaning Systems Recognized by Entrepreneur Franchise 500

2/1/2024
Former GOJO Leader Posthumously Honored by ACI

PROTECTION FROM ACCIDENTS, LIABILITY   January 2024
Floor Liability Protection Tips for BSCs

1/31/2024
Retired Custodian Invents Ergonomically-Friendly Snow Shovel

1/31/2024
Tips to Prevent Frozen Pipes in Extreme Cold

1/31/2024
AFFLINK Hosts Annual Golf Fundraiser for Cancer Center

1/31/2024
IICRC S520 Standard Available for Public Review

1/30/2024
Grants Announced for Wildfire Smoke Protection

1/30/2024
Cintas Expands Board of Directors

1/30/2024
Sofidel Recognized for Sustainability Efforts

1/30/2024
How to Improve Onboarding Processes

1/29/2024
Study Highlights Business Security Risks of AI

1/29/2024
Brain Corp Adds Chief Revenue Officer

1/29/2024
Office Pride Opens Las Vegas Franchise

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE   January 2024
Faces of the Frontline Honors Corina Garcia, Accurate Building Maintenance

1/26/2024
50 Worst Bed Bug Cities from 2023 Revealed

1/26/2024
ACI Urges Senate Committee to Ensure EPA Follows TSCA Obligations  

1/26/2024
Tranzonic Names Chief Corporate Development Officer

1/26/2024
NAW Acquires Modern Distribution Management

1/25/2024
Top 10 States for LEED in 2023

1/25/2024
Report: Pandemic-Related Infection Prevention Practices Reduced HAIs

1/25/2024
Tahoe Supply Company Receives WBENC Certification

1/25/2024
Marsden Bldg. Maintenance Announces Rebrand

BRINGING THE INDUSTRY TOGETHER January 2024
Clean Buildings Conference Welcomes BSCs to Baltimore

1/24/2024
Predicting the Next Decade of Infection Prevention

1/24/2024
Lawson Products Acquires Emergent Safety Supply

1/24/2024
Sellars CEO Honored with Titan 100 Award

1/23/2024
Agenda Announced for Clean Buildings Conference 2024

1/23/2024
New Guide Released to Prevent Infections In Crowded Shelters

1/23/2024
Jelmar Names New President and COO

1/23/2024
3M Receives $34M in Infection Control Funding

A JOURNEY THROUGH GENERATIONS January 2024
How Bee-Clean Acquired Heritage Building Maintenance

1/22/2024
Potential Measles Exposure Announced from Virginia Airport

1/22/2024
Safety Program Launched for Exterior Maintenance Workers

1/22/2024
Diversey Offers APIC Scholarships

1/22/2024
ACI Supports, Seeks Modifications to EPA Safer Choice Program

A JOURNEY THROUGH GENERATIONS January 2024
BSCAI President Reflects on Career in Cleaning

1/19/2024
BradyIFS + Envoy Solutions Announce New Company Name

1/19/2024
Hospital Study Reveals Microbe Resilience Despite Routine Surface Disinfection

1/19/2024
ACI Appoints Senior Director of Regulatory and International Affairs

1/19/2024
Office Pride Named Among Top Franchise Brands

FROM THE EDITOR: RAISING THE TIDE January 2024
Why Collaboration Wins in Commercial Cleaning

1/18/2024
Nominations Open for National Custodian of the Year Contest

1/18/2024
Office Restroom Predictions for 2024

1/18/2024
MicroCare Names New Chief Operating Officer

1/18/2024
Xcluder Launches Pest Management Training Academy

1/17/2024
Amazon Contract Loss to Cause Significant Custodial Layoffs

1/17/2024
Sofidel Commits to Net Zero by 2050

1/17/2024
Sodexo Names North America CFO

ELITE BSC: GROWING YOUR JANITORIAL SERVICES BUSINESS January 2024
Growing a Business is a Marathon, Not a Sprint

1/16/2024
Benefits of Implementing an Integrated Pest Management Plan

1/16/2024
New OSHA Civil Penalty Amounts for 2024

1/16/2024
NAW Opposes Acting Secretary Su's Renomination for Secretary of Labor

1/16/2024
CFS Brands Names Foodservice Channel Leader

1/15/2024
New Contract Secured for Delaware Union Custodians

1/15/2024
A 5-Year Forecast for Robotic Vacuum Cleaners

1/15/2024
Sofidel Receives Innovation Award

1/15/2024
ACI Announces Staff Promotions

1/12/2024
Program Provides Development Opportunities for Commercial Cleaning Companies

1/12/2024
DOL Makes Final Ruling on Independent Contractor Standards

1/12/2024
Office Pride Launches Las Vegas Franchise

1/12/2024
ACD Highlights 2024 Legislative and Regulatory Priorities

CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
BSC Rewarded for Industry Involvement

1/11/2024
Anheuser-Busch Janitors Secure Union Contract

1/11/2024
5 Ways to Improve Employee Connection

1/11/2024
Triple S Adds Director of Business Development

1/11/2024
Attune Announces IoT Partnership with Accuenergy

CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
BSCAI Names Recipient of Most Prestigious Award

1/10/2024
School Custodian Writes Heartwarming Letter to Struggling Student

1/10/2024
New COVID-19 Subvariant Named Fastest-Growing

1/10/2024
Inland Supply Co. Acquires A-#1 Chemical

1/10/2024
ACI to Host Panel on AI

CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
Recognizing the Building Service Employee of the Year

1/9/2024
12 Questions to Ask Before Operating a Snow Thrower

1/9/2024
Forecasting Tool Indicates Probability of Employee Turnover

1/9/2024
Sofidel Acquires Production Plant in Minnesota

1/9/2024
Diversified Maintenance Appoints Chief Operating Officers

CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
UG2’s Maria Tueros Leads the Charge on Training Opportunities

1/8/2024
Readers Share Memorable Holiday Moments, New Year's Resolutions

1/8/2024
How Disinfection Robots Will Continue to Evolve

1/8/2024
Network Distribution Names New Vice President

1/8/2024
Supply Solutions Acquires VBM

CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
GRBS Provides Opportunities for Perseverance

1/5/2024
New Workplace Injury Reporting Guidelines Taking Effect in 2024

1/5/2024
Imperial Dade Expands in Washington

1/5/2024
Bullen Announces Transition to Sustainable Brown Boxes

CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
Emerging Leader Finds Success, Inspiration Through Mentorship

1/4/2024
Which States are Increasing Minimum Wage in 2024?

1/4/2024
How Sustainability Reports Boost Trust, Accountability

1/4/2024
Diamond Chemical Names New Regional Vice President

1/4/2024
AFFLINK Names New Preferred Supplier

CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
BSCAI Names 2023 CLEAN Award Winners

1/3/2024
Top CleanLink News from 2023

1/3/2024
The Cost of Unusable Toilets in Schools

1/3/2024
P&G Expands Board of Directors

1/3/2024
Pritchard Industries Acquires ACP Facility Services

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS November 2023
Developing a Digitally Engaging Training Program

IN THE FIELD: SURFACE IMAGING TECHNOLOGY IDENTIFIES, VALIDATES CLEANING NEEDS November 2023
Combining Cleaning Technology with Professional Instincts

1/2/2024
CleanLink’s Top News from December 2023

1/2/2024
APIC Launches Staffing Calculator for Healthcare Facilities

1/2/2024
Ecolab Honored for Sustainability Initiatives

1/2/2024
Sodexo Purchases Restaurant Group in Sweden

IN THE FIELD: SURFACE IMAGING TECHNOLOGY IDENTIFIES, VALIDATES CLEANING NEEDS November 2023
Using Software to Pinpoint, Clean Problem Surfaces

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS November 2023
What M&A Buyers Look for in a BSC 

12/29/2023
Happy New Year!

12/28/2023
The Best of Contracting Profits from 2023

12/28/2023
OSHA Renews Partnership to Protect Distribution Workers

12/28/2023
Grainger Announces Sale of E&R Industrial Sales, Inc.

12/28/2023
Service by Medallion Honored with 2023 BSCAI Cleaning for Health Award

12/27/2023
The Best of Sanitary Maintenance from 2023

12/27/2023
Study: Is Your Job Safe From AI?

12/27/2023
Bunzl Cleaning & Hygiene Recognized for Workplace Culture

12/27/2023
3M Sells Combi Packaging Equity Stake

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS October 2023
Commercial Cleaning: How COVID-19 Changed Executives’ Expectations

12/25/2023
Happy Holidays!

12/22/2023
Top Facility Cleaning Decisions Stories from 2023

12/22/2023
Delta-Q Technologies Charges Toward Net-Zero Emissions Goal

12/22/2023
Imperial Dade Expands Dallas Presence

CHECKING THE BOXES November 2023
Case Management Key to Minimizing Workers Comp Costs

12/21/2023
Diversity Efforts a Key Factor in Job Decisions, Study Finds

12/21/2023
ACI’s Communications Team Receives Three PR Daily Honorable Mentions

12/21/2023
Office Pride Opens Connecticut Location

CHECKING THE BOXES November 2023
How BSCs Can Mitigate Workers' Compensation Costs

12/20/2023
Winners Announced for 2023 Reader’s Choice Award 
Readers of Facility Maintenance Decisions and Facility Cleaning Decisions voted on the best products in this new award program 

12/20/2023
Clean Buildings Conference 2024 Opens Registration

12/20/2023
Triple S Adds New Member-Dealer in Southern Ohio

12/20/2023
New IICRC Standard Released for Trauma and Crime Scene Cleanup

POWERING THROUGH November 2023
Tried and True Customer Relation Strategies

12/19/2023
Report Highlights Protection Efforts from Forever Chemicals

12/19/2023
City Wide Expands in California

12/19/2023
Starco Chemical Adds Brokerage Representative

POWERING THROUGH November 2023
Distributors Keep Ahead of the Supply Chain

12/18/2023
Looming Strike Approved by Hudson Valley Janitors Union

12/18/2023
Key Drivers Propelling Facility Management Market

12/18/2023
Speaker Lineup Revealed for BSCAI’s 2024 CEO Seminar

12/18/2023
PathoSans Recognizes Alliance Française de Chicago with In Good Company Award

POWERING THROUGH November 2023
Jan/San Staffing: Struggles and How to Overcome Them

12/15/2023
6 Strategies to Help Independent Distributors in 2024

12/15/2023
Initiative Announced to Expand Opportunities for Disabled Workers

12/15/2023
Aramark CFO to Retire in 2024

12/15/2023
JLL to Continue Servicing Major Healthcare Facility Portfolio

IN THE FIELD: FLOORED!  November 2023
Training and Tools Make Tackling Tough Jobs Easier

THE STRATEGIC SELL: UNVEILING THE KEYS TO SALES PERFORMANCE November 2023
How to Identify Causes Behind Underachieving Salespeople

12/14/2023
Top 10 Facility Adopters of Waterless Urinals

12/14/2023
Sofidel Makes Donation to Nevada Statewide Maternal and Child Health Coalition

12/14/2023
IICRC S700 Standard Available for Third Limited Public Review

IN THE FIELD: FLOORED!  November 2023
How the Right Equipment Makes Tasks Safer

12/13/2023
Portland Public Schools Custodians Continue Fight for New Contract

12/13/2023
Survey: Restrooms a Common Culprit of Worsened Public Behavior

12/13/2023
The Facilities Group Acquires National Healthcare Resources

12/13/2023
ACD Urges Senate Commerce Committee to Require Section 2209 Implementation

FREETIME: FINDING THE SECRET TO WORK-LIFE BALANCE November 2023
Finding the Secret to Work-Life Balance

12/12/2023
Study Reveals Latest Employee Burnout Trends

12/12/2023
Affinity HR Group Rebrands as The Workplace Advisors

12/12/2023
ABM Expands Partnership with LaGuardia Gateway Partners

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE November 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Ronald Campos, AK Building Services

12/11/2023
Reader Response: Share Your Best Holiday Cleaning Stories and 2024 Goals

12/11/2023
Why Mask Demand Is Slated to Rise

12/11/2023
ACI: U.S. Must Remove “Bottleneck” to Sustainable Chemistry 

12/11/2023
911 Restoration Expands Executive Team

BE AN ELITE BSC November 2023
Lessons Learned from Leading During Covid

12/8/2023
Top 10 Most Distracting Christmas Songs to Play at Work

12/8/2023
Nominations Open for Annual Hygiene Specialist Competition

12/8/2023
4M Acquires Buttweiler Environmental

12/8/2023
Newell Brands Adds to Board of Directors

NEXT-LEVEL RESTROOM CARE November 2023
Combat Less Obvious Restroom Odors

12/7/2023
Emphasizing Worker Safety During the Holiday Season

12/7/2023
Study: Workers Increasingly Prefer Hybrid or Remote Flexibility

12/7/2023
ACI’s Communications Team Finalists in Ragan Communications Awards

12/7/2023
Wildman Acquires Northern First Aid

NEXT-LEVEL RESTROOM CARE November 2023
Restroom Floors That Draw Odors

12/6/2023
6 Predictions About ESG in 2024

12/6/2023
ACD Urges OSHA to Reconsider Proposed Rule on Worker Walkaround Inspections

12/6/2023
BrightGo Raises $3M to Digital Transform Janitorial Sector

CONSIDERING CONCRETE FLOORS November 2023
Recommendations for Combatting Restroom Odors

12/5/2023
CleanLink's Top-Viewed News from November

12/5/2023
What’s Next for the Pest Control Market?

12/5/2023
Spruce Industries Appoints Chief Financial Officer

12/5/2023
PathoSans Partners with Westgate Las Vegas Resort

FROM THE EDITOR: THE BENEFITS OF GIVING November 2023
How Giving Back Benefits Communities and BSCs Alike

12/4/2023
Study: HAI Rates Down in Hospitals After Pandemic

12/4/2023
Durable Corporation Acquires Hurley Mat Company from Kleen-Tex

12/4/2023
Office Pride Named Among Top Franchises for Veterans

July 2023
Promoting Hand Hygiene with Efficient Soap Usage

LEADERSHIP: EXCEEDING YOUR COMFORT ZONE  November 2023
Embrace Challenges to Grow as a Leader 

12/1/2023
Hand Hygiene Tips Ahead of National Handwashing Awareness Week

12/1/2023
Reinforcing Facility Safety During the Holidays

12/1/2023
ACI’s Communications Team Honored with MarCom Awards

12/1/2023
Green Seal Announces Members of Sanitary Paper Product Working Group

CONSIDERING CONCRETE FLOORS November 2023
Maintenance Tips for Concrete Flooring in Facilities

12/1/2023
Cybersecurity Incident Disrupts Staples Operations

11/30/2023
Fall Protection Remains OSHA’s Top Safety Violation

11/30/2023
Survey Indicates Low Employee Vacation Rates Over Past 12 Months

11/30/2023
ISSA Names NextGen Rising Star Award Winner

11/30/2023
Sellars CEO Recognized with Titan 100 Award

CONSIDERING CONCRETE FLOORS November 2023
Concrete Flooring Provides Safety, Cost Benefits 

11/29/2023
Report Outlines State of the Supply Chain

11/29/2023
ACI Launches Updated Small Business Cleaning Guide

11/29/2023
BradyIFS + Envoy Solutions Acquire Sierra Packaging

11/29/2023
ISSA Hygieia Network Announces 2023 Award Winners

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE October 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Rosamary Duncan, Bishop Clean Care, Inc.

11/28/2023
EPA Proposes Updates to Safer Choice Standard

11/28/2023
Green2Sustainable Industry Award Winner Announced

11/28/2023
Soap For Hope Program Awarded $120,000 by Dow’s Business Impact Fund

GUIDELINES TO SAFETY November 2023
Hazcom Training and Policies Surrounding SDSs

11/27/2023
Which City Is Most Clogged Up After Thanksgiving?

11/27/2023
ISSA Hygieia Mentor of the Year Named

11/27/2023
BOMI Announces New Board Members

FROM THE EDITOR: CELEBRATING EIGHT DECADES OF EXCELLENCE  November 2023
Recapping 80 Years of Anniversary Coverage

11/22/2023
Update: Agreement Struck Between Union, Vegas Casinos Hours Before Deadline

11/22/2023
Surface Disinfection Market Slated for Significant Growth

11/22/2023
AFFLINK Adds American Nitrile As Preferred Supplier

11/22/2023
Americo Presents First Annual John Miller Award

THE CASE FOR CARPET TILES November 2023
Carpet Tile Maintenance Tips

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS October 2023
Knowing When and How to Hire Additional Staff: A Q&A With BSCAI Past President Paul Greenland

11/21/2023
Industry Report Reveals Burnout Prevalence Among Cleaning Professionals

11/21/2023
How to Protect School Plumbing Systems During the Holidays

11/21/2023
BradyIFS + Envoy Solutions Acquire Qualmax

11/21/2023
ACI Makes Addition to Board of Directors

THE CASE FOR CARPET TILES November 2023
Why Carpet Tiles are Viable for Facility Flooring 

11/20/2023
Custodian Diffuses Trespasser-Gun Incident on School Property

11/20/2023
How Surfactant Use is Expanding in Commercial Cleaning

11/20/2023
Servicon Executive Named to ISPE Board

11/20/2023
Diversey, Virox Technologies Enter Strategic Partnership

ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE November 2023
Sanitary Maintenance Looks Back on the 2010s

11/17/2023
School Custodian Saves Student from Choking in Cafeteria

11/17/2023
CDC Expands Testing Traveler Illness Surveillance Program

11/17/2023
ACD Announces 2024 Board of Directors

11/17/2023
Essity Launches Family Caregiver Assistant Platform

STACKING UP SALARIES November 2023
How Money Matters to Managers

11/16/2023
Best Practices for Maintaining a Clean and Hygienic Restroom

11/16/2023
Revised Standard Published for Inspection of Textile Floor Coverings

11/16/2023
NACD Announces Rebranding

11/16/2023
3M Makes Addition to Board of Directors

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS October 2023
7 Marketing Tips for BSCs Looking to Create a Fresh and Consistent Brand

11/15/2023
BSCs Plan For a Successful Final Day of Contracting Success

11/14/2023
Contracting Success Offers Big Benefits for BSCs

11/10/2023
Fall and Winter Pest Invaders: Prevention Tips for Commercial Facility Managers

11/10/2023
How the Hand Hygiene Market is Evolving

11/10/2023
Sodexo Names Healthcare Division CEO

11/10/2023
Spartan Names Director of Laundry and Warewash

FROM THE EDITOR: PROVIDING THE RIGHT TOOLS October 2023
The Importance of Equipment During Employee Onboarding

11/9/2023
Forecasting Flu, RSV and COVID-19 Severity This Winter

11/9/2023
Imperial Dade Expands in Ontario

11/9/2023
GP Pro Names VP of Tissue Business

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE November 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Maria Sanchez, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

11/8/2023
3 Ways Interviewers Can Improve Their Craft

11/8/2023
What’s Next for the Hand Sanitizer Market?

11/8/2023
Spartan Name New Regional Managers

11/8/2023
Sofidel Named a Finalist in Sustainability Awards Program

IN THE FIELD: MAKING SENSE OF SCENTS October 2023
Potential Benefits of Scent-Free Products

11/7/2023
Window Cleaners Dressed as Superheroes Cheer Up Patients at Children’s Hospital

11/7/2023
Report: Natural Disasters Likely to Impact Facility Sustainability Efforts

11/7/2023
Office Pride Expands in Wyoming and Pennsylvania

11/7/2023
ACI Social Media Challenge ‘Our Future is Clean’ Benefits DigDeep 

IN THE FIELD: MAKING SENSE OF SCENTS October 2023
Why Different Smells Make an Impact on Cleaning Perception

HEALTHY SCHOOLS: SPEAKING MY LANGUAGE  November 2023
Translation Technology Brings Cleaning Programs to New Heights

11/6/2023
Data Reveals COVID-19 Vaccination Trends After Latest Rollout

11/6/2023
Sustainable Cleaning a Key Driver in Biosurfactant Popularity

11/6/2023
Imperial Dade Appoints Chief Operating Officer

11/6/2023
Founder of Sellars Retires

SHOW-ME SUCCESS October 2023
Building a Cleaning Company in the Show-Me State

MANAGEMENT: FINDING YOUR IKIGAI  November 2023
A Positive Outlook on the Future 

11/3/2023
CleanLink's Top Viewed News from October

11/3/2023
Campaign Announced to Tackle Burnout for Healthcare Employees

11/3/2023
Veolia Acquires U.S. Industrial Technologies

11/3/2023
Excel Dryer Earns ‘Great Place to Work’ Certification

FROM THE EDITOR: DEFINING DEPARTMENT EXPECTATIONS November 2023
Cleaning Teams Benefit from a Scope of Work

BE AN ELITE BSC October 2023
Strategies for Stopping Negative Self-Talk 

11/2/2023
Hospital Custodian Cheers Up Patients With Piano Play

11/2/2023
Task Force Assigned to Protect Migrant Workers from Employer Exploitation

11/2/2023
Trojan AES Battery Wins Innovation Award

11/2/2023
BradyIFS and Envoy Solutions Complete Merger Transaction

11/1/2023
Ban of Toxic Chemical TCE Proposed by EPA

11/1/2023
What’s Next for the Cleanroom Facility Market?

11/1/2023
BOMI Announces Annual Scholarship Winners

11/1/2023
Longtime Franchise Consultant Presented Office Pride System’s Highest Honor

ISSA NORTH AMERICA LANDS IN LAS VEGAS  October 2023
A BSC’s Guide to ISSA North America 2023 

ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE October 2023
Sanitary Maintenance Reflects on the Resilient 2000s

10/31/2023
Readers Share Spookiest Cleaning Experiences

10/31/2023
School District First to Achieve UL-Verified Ventilation Marks

10/31/2023
Execs to Speak at 2024 ACI Convention Global Industry Update 

10/31/2023
RJ Schinner CFO Named a 2024 Wisconsin Titan 100

SLEUTHING OUT SMELLS October 2023
Allocating Adequate Help for Facility Odor Prevention

MULTITASKING MATS October 2023
Identifying Optimal Mat Locations

10/30/2023
America’s Rattiest Cities Features 9-Peat Champion

10/30/2023
5 Methods for Recognizing Underappreciated Workers

10/30/2023
Pyure Celebrates Indoor Air Quality Month

10/30/2023
Essity Proposes New Chairman

SLEUTHING OUT SMELLS October 2023
How Distributors Can Identify, Assist with Odor Control Issues

MULTITASKING MATS October 2023
Improving Facility Matting Programs with Manufacturer Guidance

10/27/2023
Survey: Office IAQ a Significant Concern for Employees

10/27/2023
Reader Response: Share Your Spookiest Cleaning Story

10/27/2023
Inland Supply Expands Into Southern Nevada

10/27/2023
Office Pride of Richmond-Centerville Named Company’s Franchise of the Year

BSCAI RECONVENES IN VEGAS  October 2023
What to Expect at BSCAI’s Contracting Success Conference  

THE CLEANING CART EVOLUTION   October 2023
Innovative Cart Designs Keep Cleaning Chemicals Safe

10/26/2023
San Antonio’s Alamodome Approved for $1.2 Million Mold Removal

10/26/2023
7 Proven Steps for Winterizing Pipes

10/26/2023
EnvirOx Invited to 2023 EPA Summit

10/26/2023
4M Expands in New York

THE CLEANING CART EVOLUTION   October 2023
Top Benefits of Cleaning Cart Innovation  

10/25/2023
The Latest on COVID-19 Subvariants and Vaccines

10/25/2023
It’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month

10/25/2023
ISSA Names 2023 Achievement Awards Honorees

10/25/2023
Servicon Certified as WBE

REDEFINING DISTRIBUTION October 2023
Automating Inventory Isn’t the Only Advantage of New Technology

10/24/2023
How Does AI Impact Job Security Fears?

10/24/2023
Jon-Don Appoints New CEO

10/24/2023
HHM Facility Management Joins NSA

REFOCUSING ON THE RESTROOM October 2023
Common Restroom Cleaning Oversights

ISSA NORTH AMERICA MARKS MAJOR MILESTONE October 2023
A Distributor’s Guide to ISSA North America 2023

10/23/2023
IAQ Paramount Among Guests, Study Finds

10/23/2023
Nominate a Top EVS Employee Today

10/23/2023
Sellars Operations Manager Named “Rising Star in Manufacturing” 

10/23/2023
IICRC Announces 2024 Board of Directors

FROM THE EDITOR: SHELVING STRATEGIES October 2023
Reconsidering Warehouse Shelving Strategies

REFOCUSING ON THE RESTROOM October 2023
Detecting and Diffusing Restroom Hotspots in Facilities

10/20/2023
Report Previews Top BSC Business Challenges for 2024

10/20/2023
ACI Names Director of Government Affairs

10/20/2023
PathoSans Honors WVE with In Good Company Award

FREETIME: PITMASTER IMPARTS SMOKE, FLAVOR AND LIFE LESSONS October 2023
How Feeding Friends and Family Nourishes the Soul

10/19/2023
Turning to Automation for Better Sustainability Programs

10/19/2023
EPA Safer Choice Partners of the Year Announced

10/19/2023
Sofidel Opens Automated Warehouse in Poland

10/19/2023
AFFLINK Partners with American Office Distributors

DELIVERING DEFENSE  October 2023
Practice Helps Progress Against HAIs

10/18/2023
San Francisco School District Custodians Threaten Strike

10/18/2023
3 Necessary Traits of Strong Managers

10/18/2023
Kaivac Donates Thousands of Supplies to NAEIR

10/18/2023
GP PRO Launches Infection Prevention Video Series

DELIVERING DEFENSE  October 2023
How EVS Can Battle Back Against Infections 

10/17/2023
Pest Control Tips for Rodent Awareness Week

10/17/2023
Veolia Releases Hazardous Waste Sustainability Report

10/17/2023
4 Drivers Behind a Growing Commercial Scrubbers and Sweepers Market

10/17/2023
Marsden Building Maintenance Names President

10/17/2023
Sofidel’s Web App Nominated for ISSA Show Innovation Award

THE STRATEGIC SELL: REVOLUTIONIZING SALES TRAINING October 2023
Top Reasons Why Sales Training Often Falls Short

10/16/2023
Key Factors Boosting Long-Term Care Market

10/16/2023
WOW! Building Maintenance Solutions Honored as Top Janitorial Services Provider

10/16/2023
CloroxPro Expands Online Learning Platform

HEALTHY SCHOOLS: LEVELING UP THE CLEANING PROGRAM October 2023
Simple Strategies Facility Managers Can Use to Boost Sustainability

10/13/2023
Global Handwashing Day Highlights Hygiene Habits

10/13/2023
ISSA Announces VP and President

10/13/2023
Team Clean CEO Honored for Leadership

10/12/2023
What Does LEED v5 Mean for Professional Cleaning?

10/12/2023
How Company Culture Impacts Productivity

10/12/2023
Q-1 Corporation Commercial Cleaning Services Joins NSA

10/12/2023
ABCO Mops Nominated for 2023 ISSA Show Innovation Award 

MANAGEMENT: THE EVOLUTION AND STUDY OF TIME AND MOTION October 2023
Lillian Gilbreth’s Study of Time and Motion

10/11/2023
Cintas Acquires Rental Uniform Service

10/11/2023
Office Pride Ranked Among Top Franchises

10/11/2023
Overlooked Benefits of Sustainable Efforts in Facilities

10/11/2023
Custodial Union Marches in D.C. for Improved Wages

10/10/2023
ISSA Names 2023 Safer Choice Partner of the Year Winners

10/10/2023
PerfectCLEAN, Eurest Services Deliver Custodial Program to Delta Sky Club

10/10/2023
DOL Seeking Improvements to Whistleblower Safety Program

10/10/2023
Study Reveals AI Impact on eCommerce

CELEBRATING A CENTURY OF CLEANING October 2023
A Facility Cleaning Manager’s Guide to ISSA North America 2023

10/9/2023
Aramsco Acquires Traffic Supplies Distributor

10/9/2023
Spartan Named a 2023 'Safer Choice Partner of the Year'

10/9/2023
Why Industrial Cleaning Services Are On The Rise

10/9/2023
Draft Launched for New LEED Facility Rating System

10/6/2023
CFS Brands Acquires The Foodware Group

10/6/2023
TFG Hawaii Names SVP and General Manager

10/6/2023
Rule Passed to Require Reporting of PFAS

FROM THE EDITOR: CELEBRATING STAND-OUT SERVICE October 2023
Nominate a Top Distributor Sales Rep Today

10/5/2023
Registration Open for 2024 ACI Convention 

10/5/2023
Integrated Service Solutions Joins NSA

10/5/2023
Annual Program Emphasizes Water Conservation

10/5/2023
Study Reveals Link Between Clean Workplaces and Employee Satisfaction

10/4/2023
Imperial Dade Expands in Ohio

10/4/2023
Goodway Technologies Partners with Lochinvar

10/4/2023
APIC Speaks Out Against Budget Cuts to Public Health Funding

10/4/2023
Best of CleanLink from September

LEADERSHIP: CORRECTING THE COURSE October 2023
The Value of Allowing Mistakes to be Redeemed

10/3/2023
KCooper Brands Adds Supply Chain Experts to Board

10/3/2023
Pritchard Industries Names CEO

10/3/2023
How Hybrid, Remote Work Impacts Commercial Cleaning

10/3/2023
Winner of National Restroom Contest Announced

VETTING FOR VALUE September 2023
Training Routines Paramount to Maintenance Program Success

10/2/2023
ACI Names Manager of Sustainability Engagement

10/2/2023
ABM Partners With Providence Public School District

10/2/2023
Green Seal Banning PFAS in Paints, Coatings, Floor Care Products

10/2/2023
Analyzing Label and Color Design in Cleaning Product Packaging

VETTING FOR VALUE September 2023
How Distributor Maintenance Programs Boost Customer Relationships  

9/29/2023
Avetta Names New Chief Revenue Officer

9/29/2023
Acme Wins National Operations Excellence Award

9/29/2023
5 Ways to Celebrate National Custodial Workers Recognition Day

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE October 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Janell Burdine, City of Hanford

9/28/2023
Servicon Launches Sustainability Council

9/28/2023
Diamond Chemical Company Adds VP of Sales and Marketing

9/28/2023
Case Study: How Field Service Software Benefits Cleaning Businesses

9/28/2023
Is Sustainability Reaching the Tipping Point?

9/27/2023
Triple S Membership Advisory Council Elects New Leaders

9/27/2023
ASHRAE Holds Successful 2023 Building Performance Analysis Conference

9/27/2023
On-Site Safety Support Being Provided Amid Hurricane Idalia Recovery

9/27/2023
Intermodal Station’s Restrooms Get Makeover Thanks to New Cleaning Crew

CUSTOMER CONSIDERATIONS September 2023
Survey Reveals Top End User Purchasing Trends

9/26/2023
Marsden Expands Cleaning Operations Throughout Southwest

9/26/2023
Planon, Airthings Announce IAQ Partnership

9/26/2023
A Five-Year Forecast on Floor Pads

9/26/2023
3 Methods to Improve Workplace Culture and Retention

9/25/2023
PuroClean Expands in Texas and Louisiana

9/25/2023
Banana Products Agrees to Contract with Major School District

9/25/2023
Over $12M in Grants Awarded for Workplace Safety Promotion

9/25/2023
School Custodian Mentors Student With Physical Disabilities

80TH ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE September 2023
Events in the 1990s that Shaped the Jan/San Industry

9/22/2023
Cintas Named Among Top In-State Employers

9/22/2023
Keynote Speakers Announced for 2023 NAW Innovators Summit

9/22/2023
Grants Awarded Amid Hurricane Idalia Recovery

9/22/2023
Sustainability Quiz Gauges Green Interest in Facilities

9/21/2023
ACI Recognizes Early Adopters of Sustainable Feedstocks Initiative

9/21/2023
Chem-Dry Hires New Business Coach

9/21/2023
Study Reveals How Employees Would React in Violent Situations

9/21/2023
Clorox Reports Product Shortages Due to Cyberattack

QUICK FIXES September 2023
An Education in Increasing Productivity

9/20/2023
HazTek Announces New Leadership

9/20/2023
Remembering Larry Shideler

9/20/2023
Key Factors Impacting Water Scarcity

9/20/2023
Lexington School Teacher Expresses Concern Over Lack of On-Site Janitors

QUICK FIXES September 2023
How to Improve Efficiency While Meeting Cleaning Standards 

9/19/2023
Spartan Promotes New Regional Manager

9/19/2023
Network Distribution Honors Top Performers

9/19/2023
What to Know About Updated COVID-19 Vaccines

9/19/2023
Seattle Public Schools, Custodial Union Reach Deal

9/18/2023
Sofidel Invests $185 Million to Expand Ohio Plant

9/18/2023
BSCAI Opens Registration for CEO Seminar

9/18/2023
Top Trends Defining the Waste Management Market

9/18/2023
Winners Announced in National EVS Contest

EDITOR’S NOTE: WHAT CUSTOMERS WANT September 2023
Distributors Benefit from Knowing End User Purchasing Trends

9/15/2023
RJ Schinner Opens Southern California Location

9/15/2023
Betco Updates Digital Customer Platform

9/15/2023
Nominations Open for Green Chemistry Awards

9/15/2023
Survey Reveals Workplace IAQ Perceptions

9/14/2023
Anago Expands in Florida

9/14/2023
BSCAI Named Supporting Sponsor of Clean Buildings Conference 2024

9/14/2023
WAXIE Offers Train the Trainer Course

9/14/2023
Nominations Open for Annual School Custodian Contest

FREETIME: WINNING THE ARMS RACE September 2023
Texas Arm Wrestling Enthusiast Finds Community and Victory in Special Role 

9/13/2023
Sani-Chem Acquires Gulfstar Supply Co.

9/13/2023
Imperial Dade Expands Quebec Presence

9/13/2023
ACI Shares Concern with EPA Stance on 1, 4-Dioxide Risks

9/13/2023
Book Club: Improving Workplace Feedback

9/12/2023
ISS, ToolSense Enter Strategic Partnership

9/12/2023
AFFLINK Appoints New VP of Packaging

9/12/2023
Register Today for Annual Dispenser Design Contest

9/12/2023
10 Steps to Becoming an Industry Advocate

STRATEGIC SELL September 2023
Six Tips for Selling to Millennials and Generation Z

9/11/2023
Summit Brands Acquires Pumie Product Line

9/11/2023
Imperial Dade Expands Services in Los Angeles

9/11/2023
Major Proposals Made to Facility Workplace Inspections

9/11/2023
Masking Tips Amid the Ongoing Wildfire Crisis

9/8/2023
Aquapak Appoints Nonwoven Expert to Advisory Board

9/8/2023
Avetta Honored for Supply Chain ESG

9/8/2023
COVID-19 Spikes Lead to School Closures Across 3 Districts

9/8/2023
85-Year-Old Hospital Cleaner Works Dream Job on Labor Day

9/7/2023
Nexstep Acquires Cedar Creek Company

9/7/2023
Understanding and Minimizing Dust Explosions in Facilities

9/7/2023
Imperial Dade Expands in Florida

9/7/2023
NFL Coach Reveals Favorite Play Came From A Janitor

LEADERSHIP: EVERY INTERACTION COUNTS August 2023
How Managers Can Create a Supportive Workforce

9/6/2023
4M Earns Contract for Overland Office Building

9/6/2023
Essity Releases Hygiene and Health Report

9/6/2023
Proposal Announced to Extend Overtime Pay Protection

9/6/2023
Fast Facts: Overlooked Back-to-School Cleaning Needs

CLEARING THE AIR ON CARPET CARE August 2023
Need-to-Know Carpet Equipment Components that Affect IAQ

9/5/2023
AFFLINK Announces Partnership with Premier, Inc.

9/5/2023
BSCAI Announces New Affinity Partner

9/5/2023
How AI Will Impact the Contract Cleaning Market

9/5/2023
The Best of CleanLink from August

HEALTHY SCHOOLS: RECRUITING AND RETAINING TOP TALENT August 2023
How Facility Managers Can Offer a Path to Professional Growth

9/1/2023
Cintas Minnesota Facility Honored for Safety Efforts

9/1/2023
Diamond Chemical Adds Technical Service Manager

9/1/2023
3 Tips for Safe IAQ in Facilities

9/1/2023
Study Shows Rise in Handwashing Before Vacations

8/31/2023
Acme Donates Hundreds of Backpacks Ahead of School Return

8/31/2023
Major Retailer Agrees to Settle Facility Safety Violations

8/31/2023
Technology Eradicates Wildfire Smoke Indoors

MANAGEMENT: ADMITTING FAILURE August 2023
How Facility Cleaning Managers Learn from Leadership Failures

8/31/2023
BradyIFS, Envoy Solutions Merger Planned

8/30/2023
4M Hires Three for Gateway Division

8/30/2023
IICRC S540 Standard Available for Limited Public Review

8/30/2023
Top Reasons Why Businesses Fail

SANITARY MAINTENANCE 80TH ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE August 2023
Showcasing the 1980s and its Impact on Jan/San

8/30/2023
Florida Facilites Prepare for Hurricane Idalia

8/29/2023
Donation Campaign for National Toilet Paper Day Announced

8/29/2023
Cintas CEO Rings Nasdaq Opening Bell

8/29/2023
Nitrile Gloves Demand Highlights PPE Importance

8/29/2023
Book Club: Mastering Employee Retention

DO’S AND DON’TS OF BATTERY MAINTENANCE August 2023
How to Keep Batteries at Peak Performance

8/28/2023
ISSA Elects New 2024 Board Members

8/28/2023
BradyIFS Names JanSan Sales Support Award Winner

8/28/2023
Top Benefits of Commercial Cleaning Services in 2023

FREETIME: SPECIAL OLYMPICS IS A FAMILY AFFAIR August 2023
Smith Supply Rep Spends Free Time Helping Others Thrive

8/25/2023
ASHRAE Names 2023-24 Society Scholarship Recipients

8/25/2023
Triple S Adds 2 Business Development Directors

8/25/2023
The Benefits of 'Too Much Competition' in Business

8/25/2023
How to Promote Surface Decontamination in Healthcare

8/24/2023
Imperial Dade Adds to Midwestern Presence

8/24/2023
Clean Team Listed Among Fastest-Growing Private Companies

8/24/2023
Cleaner Suffers Amputation Injury After Factory’s Equipment Safety Oversight

8/24/2023
What to Know About Citric Acid-Based Cleaning Solutions

UNDERSTANDING THE COST OF HAIS August 2023
Best Practices, Equipment for Minimizing HAI Damages

8/23/2023
Spartan Recognized for Sales Efforts

8/23/2023
Office Pride Named Among Top Home-Based Franchises

8/23/2023
Winner Announced in Canada’s Best Restroom Contest

8/23/2023
How LEED Updates Will Impact Cleaning Contractors

UNDERSTANDING THE COST OF HAIS August 2023
How Cleaning Crews Can Mitigate HAIs

8/22/2023
PathoSans, Eden Green Technology Launch Sustainability Partnership

8/22/2023
Attune’s IAQ Monitor Earns GBAC Star Status

8/22/2023
E-Book Available for Foodservice Customer Service Tips

8/22/2023
How to Overcome Sustainability Challenges

PLANNING FOR A WINTER WONDERLAND August 2023
Tips and Tricks for Storing and Saving Ice Melt Products

8/21/2023
Cintas Honored for ESG Efforts

8/21/2023
NACD Names Distribution Excellence Award Winner

8/21/2023
What’s Next for Robotic Vacuum Cleaning?

8/21/2023
Students Sing ‘Happy Birthday’ in Sign Language to Deaf Custodian

8/18/2023
3M Expands Board of Directors

8/18/2023
ABM to Manage Parking Operations at San Francisco's Oracle Park

8/18/2023
National Competition Highlights Importance of Heat Safety

8/18/2023
Key Details of the Strike-Avoiding UPS Agreement

2023 FACILITY CLEANING DECISIONS MANAGEMENT STUDY August 2023
Cleaning Executives Dissect Top Staffing Struggles

8/17/2023
4M Expands Healthcare Division

8/17/2023
Pyure, Churchill Downs Celebrate 1 Year of IAQ Partnership

8/17/2023
Jobber Awards $150,000 in Home Service Grants

8/17/2023
3 Signs of ‘Quiet Quitting’ in the Workplace

8/17/2023
Emerging Technologies Changing the Facilities Management Landscape

2023 FACILITY CLEANING DECISIONS MANAGEMENT STUDY August 2023
Facility Cleaning Managers Address Purchasing Priorities

8/16/2023
Full Agenda Announced for BSCAI's Contracting Success

8/16/2023
John P. Walker Professional Development Center for Cleaning Operations Opens

8/16/2023
Custodian Fired After Securing Messi’s Autograph During Shift

8/16/2023
The Consequences of Overstocked Warehouses

8/16/2023
Americo Manufacturing Company Mourns the Passing of John Miller

2023 FACILITY CLEANING DECISIONS MANAGEMENT STUDY August 2023
The State of Budgets for In-House Cleaning Departments

8/15/2023
ISSA Charities Awards 2023-2024 Scholarships

8/15/2023
Unicare Building Services Joins NSA

8/15/2023
Funding Announced to Expand Disability Workforce Opportunities

8/15/2023
5 Signs of Safe, Effective Hand Sanitizers

BUILDING BETTER TRAINING August 2023
9 Steps to Better Distributor Training Programs

2023 FACILITY CLEANING DECISIONS MANAGEMENT STUDY August 2023
Cleaning Executives Provide Insight on Top Management Priorities

8/14/2023
CleanTelligent Software Announces Rebranding

8/14/2023
Why Robotic Window Cleaning is on the Rise

8/14/2023
3 Morale Boosters for Frontline Workers

2023 FACILITY CLEANING DECISIONS MANAGEMENT STUDY August 2023
Study Outlines Top Management Trends for Facility Cleaning Executives

8/11/2023
Board Announced for Aramark’s Uniform Services

8/11/2023
IICRC S700 Standard Available for Second Public Review

8/11/2023
Housekeeping Olympics to Showcase World’s Top Cleaning Teams

8/11/2023
Top Motivators to Work from the Office

THE STRATEGIC SELL: UNLOCKING SUCCESS August 2023
A Game-Changing New Method for Hiring Salespeople

8/10/2023
BASF Hosts 21st Annual Charity Golf Tournament

8/10/2023
Acme Paper Expands Sales Team

8/10/2023
The Pitfalls of Improper Wheelchair Cleaning

8/10/2023
Why Soaps and Sanitizers are Overused in Public Settings

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE August 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Brian Saas, Pickerington Local School District

8/9/2023
SC Johnson CEO Sponsors Habitat for Humanity Home

8/9/2023
4M Announces 3 New Hires

8/9/2023
New Immunization Recommended for RSV Prevention

8/9/2023
The Importance of Sustainability-Focused Vendors

FROM THE EDITOR: END USERS NEED YOUR HELP August 2023
Distributors Find Value to Training Offerings

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS July 2023
BSCAI Executive Management Conference 2023 Continues Its Strong Presence for BSC Leadership

8/8/2023
Aquapak Names New Sales Director

8/8/2023
Office Pride Expands in Iowa

8/8/2023
Key Drivers of a Booming Medical Device Cleaning Market

8/8/2023
'Safe + Sound Week' to Highlight Mental Health in Workplace

EDITOR'S NOTE August 2023
How Workplace Culture Impacts Staff Retention

8/7/2023
BradyIFS Expands in California

8/7/2023
CleanLink Relocates and Announces New Parent Company Logo

8/7/2023
5 Healthy Practices for Back-to-School Custodial Teams

8/7/2023
Reflecting on 2023 Supply Chain Predictions

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS July 2023
Challenging Global Perceptions of Cleaning and Hygiene Operatives

8/4/2023
NADCA Announces Scholarships for Fall Technical Conference

8/4/2023
Imperial Dade Expands in Minnesota

8/4/2023
How to Build Social Equity in Commercial Cleaning

8/4/2023
The Importance of In-Office Days for Hybrid Employees

8/3/2023
Office Pride Expands in Florida

8/3/2023
Registration for Imperial Dade's Innovations Expo Opens

8/3/2023
EPA Seeking Input on Safer Choice Program Expansion

8/3/2023
Judge Strikes Down Biden’s Immigration Policy, Appeal Imminent

PROMOTING HAND HYGIENE WITH EFFICIENT SOAP USAGE July 2023
Hand Hygiene Habits Pivotal to Successful Soap Setups

8/2/2023
Grainger Adds to Board of Directors

8/2/2023
BLDM Expands with ABM Franchising Group

8/2/2023
Heat Hazard Alert Issued Amid Dangerous Work Conditions

8/2/2023
3 Tips for Handling Stress as a Manager

8/1/2023
ACI Launches Laundry Safety Resource

8/1/2023
Chem-Dry Expands in Tennessee

8/1/2023
Projecting Pay Raises in 2024

8/1/2023
Top 10 CleanLink Stories from July

7/31/2023
Sodexo Expands Midwestern Presence

7/31/2023
NACD Applauds House Passage of CFATS Reauthorization

7/31/2023
Petco Penalized for Pest Control, Chemical Safety Violations

7/31/2023
How Cleaning Has Evolved in 2023

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE July 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Robert Folsom, System 1 Inc.

7/28/2023
Supply Solutions Recognized for DEI

7/28/2023
ASHE Honors Sustainability-Minded Healthcare Facilities

7/28/2023
10 Tips for Cleaning Commercial Refrigerators

7/28/2023
Final Day to Nominate for Industry Cleaning Awards

7/27/2023
Sodexo Recognized for Healthcare Efforts

7/27/2023
RJ Schinner Named Future 50 Company

7/27/2023
Dollar General Citing Highlights Trip and Fall Hazard Importance

7/27/2023
Why Climate Change Deniers Exist

THE BENEFITS AND DISCLAIMERS OF TECHNOLOGY July 2023
Cautious Considerations of AI for BSCs

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE February 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Walda Perez, the City of North Richland Hills

7/26/2023
Aramark Signs Contract with BLK & Bold Specialty Beverages

7/26/2023
Network Distribution Named a Top Company to Work For

7/26/2023
Updates Proposed to PPE Standards

7/26/2023
The Disconnect Between Hybrid Job Demand and Availability

THE BENEFITS AND DISCLAIMERS OF TECHNOLOGY July 2023
How AI Can Impact BSC Operations

ACS / SPONSORED July 2023
ACS is Innovating For Health!
ACS / Sponsored

7/25/2023
Sodexo at School CEO Named

7/25/2023
Essity Completes Russian Divestment

7/25/2023
The Future of Pest Management

7/25/2023
How Facility Cleaning Managers Can Promote Hygiene in Dorms

7/24/2023
Sellars Names VP of Marketing

7/24/2023
4M Adds Business Development Director

7/24/2023
Case Study: Smoking Detection Systems Boost Hotel Guest Approval

7/24/2023
CleanLink Introduces the Clean Buildings Conference

ELITE BSC: CLOSING THE CIRCLE ON COMPLAINTS July 2023
Simple Steps BSCs Can Use to Handle Customer Complaints

7/21/2023
Zuper Releases Field Service Management Report

7/21/2023
ACI Receives Clarion Award for Campaign

7/21/2023
Amtrak Announces Upgrade Program for Maintenance Facilities

7/21/2023
Court Rules Employers Not Liable for Family Spread of COVID-19

FROM THE EDITOR: KEEPING AN OPEN MIND ON AI  July 2023
How BSCs Should Approach AI

7/20/2023
Spartan Chemical Adds to Food Processing Sanitation Team

7/20/2023
Supply Solutions Adds Distribution Center

7/20/2023
COVID-19 Vaccination Program Announced For Uninsured Americans

7/20/2023
Answering Frequently-Asked Questions About Urinals

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE April 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Renita Askew, Walters State Community College

7/19/2023
Advantage Cleaning LLC Joins NSA

7/19/2023
2 Industry Veterans Join Sellars Leadership Team

7/19/2023
Program Announced for Workplace Hazards in Distribution Centers

7/19/2023
3 Tips for Fixing Employee Burnout

SAFETY TRAINING July 2023
Hazcom Training and Policies Surrounding Safety Data Sheets

7/18/2023
Grainger Releases 2023 ESG Report

7/18/2023
ABM Named Among Top Companies to Sell For

7/18/2023
Case Study Reveals Hygiene Benefits of Touch-Less Toilet Paper Dispensers

7/18/2023
Why Large Businesses View Poor Customer Service as a Profit Generator

FINDING THE PERFECT FIT June 2023
7 Strategies to Attracting Workers into the Cleaning Industry

7/17/2023
DPA Names VP of Supplier Development

7/17/2023
Nexstep Acquires Virginia-Based Manufacturer

7/17/2023
The Role of Renewable Cleaning in Waste Management

7/17/2023
Cast Your Vote in ‘America’s Best Restroom’ Contest

7/14/2023
Aramsco Acquires Seattle-Based Distributor

7/14/2023
4M Names New Building Solutions Director

7/14/2023
Contractor Cited in Heat Illness Death

7/14/2023
6 Ways Distributors Can Combat Cash Flow Issues

SHIFTING INTO GEAR July 2023
Results: 2023 Facility Executive Contractor Expectations Survey

7/13/2023
PathoSans Adds Two Regional Account Managers 

7/13/2023
Soap2o Named Supplier for LA County Museum of Art

7/13/2023
10 Work Benefits That Really Matter to Americans

7/13/2023
Which Toilet Paper Brands Are The Most Eco-Friendly?

SHIFTING INTO GEAR July 2023
Survey: What Facility Executives Expect from BSCs

WHEN DISASTER STRIKES June 2023
Training, Preparation Pivotal to Emergency Prevention in Facilities

7/12/2023
ASHRAE Publishes Aerosol Standard

7/12/2023
Imperial Dade Expands in Southern California

7/12/2023
Study Details How Mass Shootings Impact Survivors

7/12/2023
3 Tips for Detecting Greenwashing

WHEN DISASTER STRIKES June 2023
How Facility Cleaning Managers Prepare for Emergencies

7/11/2023
ASHRAE Concludes Annual Conference

7/11/2023
NACD Comments on Methylene Chloride Ban

7/11/2023
The Role of Service Robots in Commercial Cleaning

7/11/2023
Union Hotel Workers End SoCal Strike — For Now

7/10/2023
Imperial Dade Expands Hawaiian Presence

7/10/2023
Christine Alamed Reelected to BOMA Committee

7/10/2023
What Happens to Most Plastic Bottles After Use?

7/10/2023
$200 Billion in COVID-19 Relief Fraud Estimated

7/7/2023
IICRC S590 Standard Available for Review

7/7/2023
Solenis Completes Diversey Acquisition

7/7/2023
Imperial Dade Expands to Dallas

7/7/2023
Pennsylvania Announces Minimum Wage Increase

FORMING YOUR FLEET June 2023
Carpet Cleaning Tips for Daytime Custodial Operations

7/6/2023
Medline Names New CEO

7/6/2023
Intercontinental Commercial Services Joins NSA

7/6/2023
5 Facts About Surface Disinfectants

7/6/2023
Report Showcases Notable Air Quality Trends

FORMING YOUR FLEET June 2023
How to Implement Vacuums into Daytime Cleaning Schedules

7/5/2023
Finalists Announced in National 'Young Scientist' Competition

7/5/2023
City Wide Expands in New Jersey

7/5/2023
Major Trends in Global Medical Waste Management

7/5/2023
CleanLink's Top Stories So Far in 2023

7/5/2023
Recognizing the Future Leaders in Commercial Cleaning

7/3/2023
Case Study: How Flooring Enhances Restaurant Safety, Comfort

7/3/2023
ABCO Makes Donation to Honduras Plant Employees

STOP RESTROOM POLLUTION April 2023
5 Adjustments Cleaning Pros Make To Improve Restrooms

7/3/2023
The Best of CleanLink: June 2023

FREETIME: SHARING GOOD HEALTH AND POSITIVE CHANGE June 2023
von Drehle Staffer's Compassion and Kindness Drives Kidney Donation

6/30/2023
Triple S Names Executive Development Graduates

6/30/2023
ASHRAE Announces 2023-24 Officers and Directors

6/30/2023
DOL-Endorsed Alliance to Protect Health of Spanish-Speaking Workers

6/30/2023
Fast Facts: 4 Ways BSCs Can Utilize AI

SANITARY MAINTENANCE 80TH ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE June 2023
Celebrating the 1970s: A Decade of Change

6/29/2023
Essity Honored as Sustainability Leader

6/29/2023
Aramark Recognized for Community Involvement

6/29/2023
OSHA Seeking Input for Heat Standard

6/29/2023
Negligent Custodian Accidentally Ruins 25-Year Laboratory Experiment

SANITARY MAINTENANCE 80TH ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE June 2023
Swinging Back to the 1960s: Jan/San Skyrockets

6/28/2023
NAM Launches Coalition Against Washington Regulations

6/28/2023
BradyIFS Makes Major East Coast Acquisition

6/28/2023
Applications Open for BSCAI Stephen H. Swigart Scholarship

6/28/2023
Forecasting the Global Toilet Paper Market

CHATTING ABOUT CHALLENGES June 2023
Cleaning Managers Comment on Future Trends

6/27/2023
BASF Opens Microplastics Center in Michigan

6/27/2023
Simon Institute Hosting Annual Symposium in July

6/27/2023
Pizza Manufacturer Facing $2.8M Fine Following Sanitation Worker’s Death

6/27/2023
Survey Reveals Top Priorities for Healthcare Facilities

CHATTING ABOUT CHALLENGES June 2023
Cleaning Techniques to Tackling Budget Restraints

6/26/2023
Bay City Supply and Wind Associates Hosting Volunteer Day

6/26/2023
Case Study: Smoke Detection System Improves Hotel Guest Satisfaction

6/26/2023
Understanding Workplace Violence Threat Assessments

6/26/2023
Book Club: 3 Must-Reads for Cleaning Managers

CHATTING ABOUT CHALLENGES June 2023
Labor Issues and How Facility Cleaning Managers Tackle Them

6/23/2023
Cintas VP Announces Retirement

6/23/2023
Essendant Announces July Virtual Tradeshow

6/23/2023
BSCAI CLEAN Awards Nominations Now Accepted

6/23/2023
The Pitfalls of Fearing Success

GIVING HYGIENE A HAND June 2023
How Distributors Can Promote Hand Hygiene to End Users

6/22/2023
Aramsco Acquires Florida-Based Distributor

6/22/2023
VLS Environmental Solutions Names Chief Information Officer

6/22/2023
Next CDC Director Announced

6/22/2023
Fast Facts: When Just Finishing the Job Doesn’t Cut it 

MAKING YOUR MARK June 2023
Distributor Experts Give Refresher on Best Private Labeling Practices

6/21/2023
Hospeco Names Corporate Accounts Director

6/21/2023
ACI Hosts Event for Product Ingredient Standard

6/21/2023
Air Quality Protection Tips for Exterior Maintenance

6/21/2023
Supply Chain Implications of Philadelphia Interstate Collapse

LEADERSHIP: WHAT FIRST-TIME LEADERS NEED TO KNOW May 2023
Three Things First-Time Leaders Need to Know

6/20/2023
WorkWave Opens Registration for 2024 Conference

6/20/2023
Sellars Names Chief Information Officer

6/20/2023
3 Ways to Build Trust in Sales

6/20/2023
CDC Releases New IAQ Guidance

TOP PRODUCTS REVEALED June 2023
Sanitary Maintenance Names 2023 Distributor Choice Award Winners

6/19/2023
Cintas Maintains Fortune 500 Status

6/19/2023
Theme Announced for 2024 ACI Convention

6/19/2023
Forecasting 5 Years of the Janitorial Services Market

6/19/2023
AI's Role in Field Service Management

SALES LEADERS: CHARACTERISTICS THAT DEFINE EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP June 2023
3 Habits of Highly Effective Sales Managers

6/16/2023
Triple S Names Supplier Development Director

6/16/2023
Essity to Exit Russian Market

6/16/2023
Exterior Maintenance Safety Resources for Summer

6/16/2023
How Looming UPS Strike Could Impact Supply Chain

6/15/2023
ABM Unveils Integrated EV Charging Station

6/15/2023
Equips Software Recognized for Innovation

6/15/2023
Top 10 Most Sustainable Countries Revealed

6/15/2023
Nominations Open for Top EVS Technician

EDITOR'S NOTE: FAREWELL TO A GREAT PUBLISHER AND FRIEND June 2023
Sanitary Maintenance Bids Farewell To Longtime Publisher

6/14/2023
Sodexo Live! Joins Waste Management Initiative

6/14/2023
Finalists for 2023 Avetta Awards Revealed

6/14/2023
What's Next for the Smart Toilets Market?

6/14/2023
Green Cleaning Tips for Country and Beach Clubs

HEALTHY SCHOOLS: FINDING THE BASELINE June 2023
Facility Cleaning Managers Benefit from Self-Assessments

6/13/2023
Advanced Disaster Recovery Inc. Names CFO

6/13/2023
Keynote Announced for Greenbuild International Conference + Expo 2023

6/13/2023
What Distributors, Cleaning Teams Can Learn from National Safety Month

6/13/2023
Post-Pandemic Market Sees Rise in Commercial Cleaning Outsourcing

IN THE FIELD: QUIZZING BSCS ON BACK-TO-SCHOOL CLEANING PREP May 2023
Seasonal Nature of Viruses Keeps Schools on their Toes

6/12/2023
Kimberly-Clark Publishes Latest Sustainability Report

6/12/2023
USGBC Rings NYSE Bell

6/12/2023
EPA-Approved Disinfectants Pivotal to C. auris Prevention

6/12/2023
Game-Changing Workloading Software Streamlines Facility Management

IN THE FIELD: QUIZZING BSCS ON BACK-TO-SCHOOL CLEANING PREP May 2023
Tackling Cleaning Concerns Before Schools Welcome Students

6/9/2023
Previewing BOMA's 2023 Conference and Expo

6/9/2023
Evonik Honored for Sustainable Chemistry

6/9/2023
Fast Facts: Techniques to Improve Client Communication

6/9/2023
Final 5 Revealed in Canada's Top Restroom Contest

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE June 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Toni Taylor, Jackson College

6/8/2023
Triple S Announces Annual Awards

6/8/2023
NFL Team Revamps Hygiene Partnership with Tork

6/8/2023
How Infrastructure Impacts Water Cost

SAFETY TRAINING: PROTECTING STAFF FROM PATHOGENS  June 2023
Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Why It’s Important 

6/7/2023
Allied Industrial Invests in Mat Tech Industrial Services

6/7/2023
When Cutting Cleaning Costs Doesn't Pay

6/7/2023
Predictions for the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season

6/7/2023
Starbucks Sued After Cleaning Tablets Discovered in Coffee

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE May 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Coco Lopez, Bee-Clean US Holdings and DBS Heritage Building Maintenance 

6/6/2023
Banana Products Donates Masks to Community in Need

6/6/2023
AFFLINK Announces New President, CFO

6/6/2023
3 Methods for Improving Time Management Skills

6/6/2023
Movie Starring Janitors' Flamin' Hot Cheetos Story Premiers

6/5/2023
ABM Extends Partnership with Orlando International Airport

6/5/2023
ACI Names New State Government Affairs Manager

6/5/2023
How Sustainability Trends Impact the Contract Cleaning Market

6/5/2023
Survey Reveals Occupant Hygiene Preferences in Restrooms

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS May 2023
BSCAI Virtual HR Summit Hosts DEI Roundtable Discussion

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS May 2023
BSCs Gather in London for 2023 Global Executive Summit After Three-Year Hiatus

6/2/2023
Berk International Acquires Samseng Tissue Company

6/2/2023
Caliber Cleaning Services Joins NSA

6/2/2023
CDC Allocates Funding for Enhanced Disease Response Network

6/2/2023
4 Terms to Know When Selecting Disinfectants

FROM THE EDITOR: PLANNING FOR THE UNEXPECTED June 2023
Why Emergency Preparedness Plans Should Be Required in Facilities

6/1/2023
IICRC Mold Remediation Specialist Certification Now ANAB Accredited

6/1/2023
Sofidel Donates Toilet Paper, Towels to Flooding Victims

6/1/2023
Hazardous Conditions Accrue $3.4 Million in Combined Penalties Across Dollar General Locations

6/1/2023
The Best of CleanLink News from May

ELITE BSC: HOW MANY FIELD MANAGERS DO I NEED? May 2023
Determining the Appropriate Number of Cleaning Field Managers

5/31/2023
EverLine Coatings Honored for Franchise Excellence at CFA National Convention

5/31/2023
Hospeco Advocates for Ending Period Poverty at D.C. Summit

5/31/2023
Key Sectors Impacted by Industrial Cleaning Chemicals Market

5/31/2023
Nepal Army Team Cleans Mount Everest While Reaching Summit

ACQUIRING SUCCESS May 2023
Clean Team Founder Makes Moves to Leave a Commercial Cleaning Legacy

5/30/2023
4M Expands St. Louis Presence

5/30/2023
Suzano, Sofidel, Announce Biodiversity Partnership in Amazon Region

5/30/2023
$12M in Funding Announced for Training, Safety Grants

May 2023
When Customers and Staff Know More About Your Business Than You Do

5/26/2023
Genuine Parts Company Announces Personnel Moves

5/26/2023
Force of Nature Reaches Carbon Neutrality Status

5/26/2023
How to Cultivate a Team-Centric Work Environment

5/26/2023
Essential Hygiene Tips for Hotel Cleaning Crews

LEADERSHIP: THE PITFALLS OF JUDGING TOO SOON June 2023
How Prematurely Judging Employees Prevents Potential

5/25/2023
Envoy Solutions Announces Partnership with EPA

5/25/2023
Ecore Awarded for Sustainability Efforts

5/25/2023
How to Prevent Business Failures in Jan/San

5/25/2023
Students Raise $10K for Recently-Widowed School Custodian

IN THE FIELD: USING EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE AS A UNIQUE SELLING POINT May 2023
Tips for Staffing, Marketing Exterior Marketing Services

5/24/2023
Cintas Location in Arizona Honored for Workplace Safety

5/24/2023
Americo Manufacturing Company Honored for International Sales Efforts

5/24/2023
How to Become a Sustainability-Focused Family Business

5/24/2023
The Pitfalls of Untreated Stress in the Workplace

MANAGEMENT: PERFECTING THE PRINCIPLES OF TRAINING June 2023
React and Refine Management Training Principles

IN THE FIELD: USING EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE AS A UNIQUE SELLING POINT May 2023
How Exterior Maintenance Offerings Can Set BSCs Apart

5/23/2023
SC Johnson Featuring at National Restaurant Association Show

5/23/2023
Sellars Leadership Team Adds 2 Industry Veterans

5/23/2023
Nominations Open For Cleaning Industry Awards

5/23/2023
How New Automation Trends Impact Cleanroom Technology

5/22/2023
Wildman Business Group Acquires WM Uniform

5/22/2023
Sofidel CEO Honored as ‘Game Changer’ in Cleaning Industry

5/22/2023
ACI Releases Statement on Quats Safety

5/22/2023
Custodians Are Key Contest Winner Revealed

FROM THE EDITOR: BRANCHING OUT BEYOND CLEANING May 2023
The Importance of Value-Added Services for BSCs

5/19/2023
Sodexo, Westminster College Reach Foodservice Agreement

5/19/2023
DEMA Announces New Sales Manager

5/19/2023
Canada to Require Menstrual Product Access in Regulated Workplaces

5/19/2023
Recent NFL Draft Star Goes Viral for Helping Custodians After Event

5/18/2023
ACI’s Sustainability Program on Display at CESIO 2023 

5/18/2023
ABM Recognized for Diversity Efforts

5/18/2023
Why Industrial Cleaning Chemicals are on the Rise

5/18/2023
3 Ways Managers Can Productively Resolve Workplace Conflicts

5/17/2023
PuroClean Hosts Annual International Convention

5/17/2023
Imperial Dade Expands Presence in Georgia, Alabama

5/17/2023
Disney Resort Vacation Package Includes Custodial Training Day for Children

5/17/2023
Is It Time for a Robot? Five Tips to Consider Before Purchasing Robotic Equipment

5/16/2023
Triple S Adds 4 Members

5/16/2023
Sofidel Donates to Maternity Care Coalition

5/16/2023
What Cleaning Professionals Should Know About Booming HAI Treatment Market

5/16/2023
Second-Place Finalists Announced in National Custodian of the Year Contest

5/15/2023
ARCSI Announces Rebranding

5/15/2023
NACD Members Hold Annual Assembly at Capitol Hill

5/15/2023
CDC Director to Resign Following End of COVID-19 Emergency

5/15/2023
How Students Step Up During Custodian Shortage

5/12/2023
Office Pride Adding New Jersey Location

5/12/2023
O'Dell Corporation Achieves UL Environmental Claims Validation

5/12/2023
Top Hygiene Specialist Named in National Contest

5/12/2023
WHO Declares COVID-19 No Longer a Public Health Emergency

5/11/2023
Sofidel Announces Completely Renewable Energy Agreement

5/11/2023
Bro-Tex Celebrates 100 Years, Certification from WBENC

5/11/2023
5 Strategies for Resolving Workplace Conflict

5/11/2023
Certain COVID-19 Vaccination Mandates Lifted This Week

5/10/2023
OpenWorks Announces New Executive Leadership Team 

5/10/2023
Morcon Announces Partnership with E.K. Lay

5/10/2023
Report Reveals Low Cost of Accommodating Disabled Workers

5/10/2023
Pillar 4: How to Hire for Better People and Better Leadership

5/9/2023
Aramsco Acquires Georgia-Based Distributor

5/9/2023
TFG Hawaii Announces VP Promotion

5/9/2023
What Drivers and Challenges Await the Robotic Vacuum Cleaners Market?

5/9/2023
Why Managers Stick With Motivation Strategies That Don’t Work

5/8/2023
Green Seal-Certified Paints and Coatings LEED-Approved for Multiple Points

5/8/2023
BradyIFS Expands Florida Presence with Acquisition

5/8/2023
Top Custodian Named in Nationwide Contest

SORTING OUT WASTE SPECIFICS  May 2023
Centralized Waste Systems Streamline Services and Cut Costs 

5/5/2023
Sofidel Acquires Multiple Germany-Based Brands

5/5/2023
AFFLINK Celebrates 50 Years of Business

5/5/2023
BSC Cited for Failure to Pay Overtime Wages

FINDING THE PERFECT FIT April 2023
7 Strategies to Attracting Prospective Employees into the Cleaning Industry

5/4/2023
Couple Opens Office Pride Cleaning Franchise in New Jersey

5/4/2023
Sellars Adds Vice President of Marketing

5/4/2023
OSHA Launches National Emphasis Program to Prevent Workplace Falls

5/4/2023
How One Former Janitor Amassed an $8 Million Fortune

5/3/2023
Novel Method Developed for Detecting 1,4-Dioxane in Consumer Products 

5/3/2023
Imperial Dade Adds Boston-Area Distributor

5/3/2023
Key Innovations to Expect for Robotic Floor Scrubbers

5/3/2023
Pillar 3: Four Keys to Better Hiring and Improved Employee Retention

5/2/2023
ASHRAE Publishes First Zero Energy and Zero Carbon Building Evaluation Standard

5/2/2023
Nexstep Announces Sales Rep Agency of the Year

5/2/2023
CDC Announces Funding to Prevent Environmental Hazard Exposure in Facilities

5/2/2023
San Francisco City Attorney Authorized to Sue Janitorial Companies For Abrupt Termination

5/1/2023
ISSA Hygieia Network Launches Educational Programs Grant

5/1/2023
ACI to Chair Regulatory and Sustainability Sessions at AOCS 2023 

5/1/2023
Key Drivers Behind a Booming Antimicrobial Additives Market

5/1/2023
Top 10 CleanLink Stories from April 2023

4/28/2023
Jelmar Announces New Agency for CLR Brand

4/28/2023
Servicon Communications Manager Added to Climate Resolve Advisory Board

4/28/2023
EPA Maintains Safer Choice Status of Essential Chemistry Used to Make Detergents

4/28/2023
Survey: Clean Restrooms Provide Positive ROI for Businesses

A LOOK BACK: EVOLUTION OF JAN/SAN DISTRIBUTION April 2023
How 8 Decades Has Impacted Jan/San Distribution

4/27/2023
Aramsco Acquires Distributor Based in Colorado, California

4/27/2023
Office Pride Ranked Among Nation’s Best Recession-Proof Franchises

4/27/2023
Custodian Honored by School District for 50 Years of Service

4/27/2023
Touchless Dispensers Lead the Way in Restroom Trends in 2023

STRATEGIC SELL: SELLING LIKE IT IS 1943? April 2023
How Consultative Selling Builds Trust

4/26/2023
Webinar for School Facility Leaders Will Explore Sustainability Self-Assessment

4/26/2023
Study: Manual Floor Mopping Materials Provide Hygiene Outcomes

4/26/2023
Workers Memorial Day Honors Employees Who Lost Lives On-The-Job

FROM THE EDITOR: A LESSON IN HISTORY April 2023
Celebrating 80 Years of Jan/San Distribution

4/26/2023
For Best-In-Class Cleaning Operations, Data Is King

4/25/2023
9 Low-Waste Cleaning Practices for Professionals

4/25/2023
Network Distribution Honors Top Supplier Partnerships

4/25/2023
VLS Environment Solutions Celebrates Earth Day with 2022 ESG Report

4/25/2023
Key Drivers, Trends and Challenges to Facility Management Services Market

4/25/2023
Utilizing Tech in Day-to-Day Cleaning Operations

MAGAZINE MILESTONES April 2023
The History of Sanitary Maintenance and its Impact on Jan/San

4/24/2023
Nelson-Jameson Acquires New York-Based Distributor

4/24/2023
Office Pride Ranked Among Nation’s Best Low-Cost Franchises

4/24/2023
5 Urinal Malodor Issues and How to Fix Them

4/24/2023
BSCAI Announces Update to Contracting Success Event Schedule

HOW TO GO GREEN November 2022
Tips to Amplify Sustainable Floor Care Efforts

PHOTO GALLERY April 2023
Celebrating 80 Years of Jan/San in Photos

4/21/2023
NADCA Recognizes 2022 Safety Award Winners

4/21/2023
Tennant Company Announces Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions Goals

4/21/2023
5 Ways to Become More Sustainable This Earth Day

4/21/2023
11 Cleaning Technologies Every FM and BSC Should Consider

SHOWING APPRECIATION April 2023
Consultants Show Appreciation for 80 Years of Sanitary Maintenance

4/20/2023
Facility Services Expert Recommends Protocols to Manage Allergies 

4/20/2023
AFFLINK President and CEO Announces Retirement

4/20/2023
Winner Announced in 2023 Happy Hands Contest

4/20/2023
The History of Earth Day

SHOWING APPRECIATION April 2023
Manufacturers Show Appreciation for 80 Years of Sanitary Maintenance

4/19/2023
VLS Environmental Solutions Names Chief Financial Officer

4/19/2023
IICRC To Host Fall Flooring Seminar

4/19/2023
Funeral Held for Custodian Killed in Nashville Shooting

4/19/2023
Book Club: The First 90 Days

INDUSTRY TESTIMONIALS April 2023
Distributors Show Appreciation for 80 Years of Sanitary Maintenance

4/18/2023
Spartan Chemical’s Kaufold Awarded ISSA 2023 Advocate of the Year

4/18/2023
ACI to Host ‘EPA Day’ for Members in June 

4/18/2023
Biden Signs Resolution Officially Ending Emergency Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

4/18/2023
How to Improve Your Onboarding Process

FREETIME: SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY EDITION April 2023
A Decade of Jan/San Worth Remembering

4/17/2023
ARCSI Announces Canadian Regional Ambassador Selections

4/17/2023
How Dirty Floor Drains Can Shut Down Foodservice Facilities

4/17/2023
USGBC and IWBI Release Streamlined Certification Pathway for LEED and WELL

MANAGEMENT: STARING DOWN PERIOD STIGMA April 2023
Ways the Cleaning Industry Can Positively Impact Public Spaces

4/14/2023
NADCA Welcomes New President and Chairwoman to Board of Directors

4/14/2023
SAFER One Wins 2 Top Industrial Hygiene Awards

LEADERSHIP: PROVIDE ASSISTANCE WITHOUT PROMPTING April 2023
Life and Leadership Lessons for Cleaning Managers 

4/14/2023
Award: 2023 Distributor Choice Award Winners Revealed

4/13/2023
Imperial Dade Opens New Warehouse in Dallas Area

4/13/2023
Monarch Brands Joins Hospeco Brands Group

4/13/2023
Last Round of Finalists Announced in National Custodians Are Key Campaign

4/13/2023
Simple Measures to Help Prevent the Spread of Flu

A CLEAN START April 2023
Cleaning Industry Experts Address Post-Pandemic Soap and Sanitizer Market

4/12/2023
3 Days of Voting Left in Custodian of the Year Contest

4/12/2023
Lysol, LCI Collaborate to Create Employment Opportunities for Visually Impaired

4/12/2023
What Cleaning Managers Should Know About the Professional Hygiene Products Market

4/12/2023
4 Ways to Keep Employees Happy Without Giving a Raise

ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONS  April 2023
Cleaning Self-Assessment Identifies Key Areas of Improvement 

4/11/2023
WOW! BMS Joins NSA

4/11/2023
ACI to Host ‘EPA Day’ for Members in June

4/11/2023
APIC Applauds Report Identifying Infection Control Improvements in Nursing Homes

4/11/2023
Why, When and How Cleaning Operations Should Consider Implementing New Technologies 

BEST PRACTICES April 2023
How to Boost Retention Through Custodial Training

4/10/2023
Office Pride Signs Notable Indianapolis Clients

4/10/2023
ISSA Show North America 2023 to Feature Robust Las Vegas Schedule 

4/10/2023
New Mexico Governor Signs Bill Ensuring Free Menstrual Products in Public School Restrooms

4/10/2023
How to Tackle the Spread of Norovirus

BEST PRACTICES April 2023
Overlooked Strategies of Successful Custodial Training Programs

BATTLE OF THE BIRDS April 2023
Solutions to Bird Infestations in Commercial Facilities  

4/6/2023
Nominations Open for IICRC Board of Directors

4/6/2023
Aramsco Acquires Ohio-Based Distributor

4/6/2023
How Demand Has Shifted for Robotic Floor Scrubbers

4/6/2023
9 Employee Management Tips to Assist with Cost of Living Crisis

FROM THE EDITOR: MANAGEMENT GROWTH AND BUILDING A STRONG TEAM April 2023
Three Training Tips for Top Managers

4/5/2023
General Paper Company Names 2022 Vendor Representative of the Year

4/5/2023
Imperial Dade Appoints Chief Digital Officer

4/5/2023
BOMA Releases Newest Floor Measurement Standard for Hospitality Properties

4/5/2023
Sustainable Packaging Facts in Honor of National Deep-Dish Pizza Day

4/4/2023
Compass Group, AstraZeneca Announce Partnership

4/4/2023
OSHA Releases Injury and Illness Data from 2022

4/4/2023
Safety Tips for Cleaning Veterinary Clinics

4/3/2023
UMF Adds Regional Sales Manager

4/3/2023
How Sustainability Impacts Consumer Preferences in the Grocery Industry

4/3/2023
The Best of CleanLink News from March 2023

3/31/2023
Grainger Names President of E-Commerce Division

3/31/2023
Anago Cleaning Systems Hosts Annual Seminar

3/31/2023
The Do’s and Don’ts of Cleaning a Medical Office

3/31/2023
How B2B Purchasing Preferences Differ by Generation

3/30/2023
Imperial Dade Expands Toronto-Based Presence

3/30/2023
Cobi Honored at 2023 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Awards

3/30/2023
3rd Round of Finalists Announced in Custodians Are Key Campaign

3/30/2023
Previewing CleanLink's Women in Cleaning Event: Keeping Career Development on Track

3/29/2023
Georgia-Pacific’s Clarendon OSB Donates to Local Fire Departments

3/29/2023
Acme Paper to Host Annual Innovation Showcase

3/29/2023
5 Steps to Secure a Small Cleaning Business Loan

3/29/2023
Winner Announced for Sustainable Hygiene Heroes Contest

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS March 2023
Preparing BSC Executives to Navigate Ongoing Challenges

TEAM SOFTWARE / SPONSORED March 2023
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3/28/2023
Essity, Voith Announce Sustainability Partnership

3/28/2023
ABM Partners with Tropicana Field, Al Lang Stadium

3/28/2023
6 Tips on Asking for the Sale

3/28/2023
Industry Voices: Q&A with Bill Warnecki

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS March 2023
Former BSCAI President Shares Philosophy Against Saying "Busy"

3/27/2023
GOJO Shares Next Phase of Sustainable Value Strategy

3/27/2023
Imperial Dade Expands Montreal Presence with Acquisition

3/27/2023
Candida auris Oubtreaks: What You Need to Know

3/27/2023
How to Clean Floors in a Veterinary Clinic

FROM THE EDITOR: REAPING THE REWARDS OF RECOGNITION March 2023
Emerging Leader Awards Highlight Importance of Employee Appreciation

3/24/2023
Avetta Honored for Customer Service

3/24/2023
UMF Announces National Guest Room Attendant Excellence Award Recipient

3/24/2023
Contract Cleaning Services Market Going Green Over Next Decade

3/24/2023
Survey Reveals Skepticism Over Child Handwashing Habits

MOVING TO THE MAINSTREAM March 2023
Training Tips for Electrostatic Spraying

March 2023
What FEMSA's Strategic Review Means for Envoy Solutions

3/23/2023
AHF Products Names New Chief Operating Officer

3/23/2023
Key Drivers Behind Booming Toilet Care Products Market

3/23/2023
How to Sell Outsourcing in a Post-COVID World

MOVING TO THE MAINSTREAM March 2023
Why Electrostatic Technology is Making a Splash

3/22/2023
Cintas Recognized for Inclusivity Efforts

3/22/2023
ProTeam VP of Sales Announces Retirement

3/22/2023
Chemical Manufacturer Fined $43K for Waste Management Violations

3/22/2023
Fast Facts: Breaking Down the Basics of Robots and Cobots

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE March 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Sharie Glover, The Budd Group

3/21/2023
ISS CEO Resigns, Search for Replacement Begins

3/21/2023
Sofidel Launches New Language Learning Program for Employees

3/21/2023
Annual Top Termite Cities List Features New #1

3/21/2023
Tips for Keeping Terrazzo Floors Looking Great

SANITARY MAINTENANCE 80TH ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE March 2023
Flashback to the 1950s: Sanitary Maintenance Evolves

3/20/2023
Essity Honored for Environmental Efforts

3/20/2023
AFFLINK Adds New Distributor Member

3/20/2023
Restroom Safety Tips for Facilities

3/20/2023
Finalists Announced for 2023 Custodian of the Year Contest

STAYING THE COURSE March 2023
Workplace Dynamics Stay Strong

3/17/2023
Sellars Honored With 2 National Awards

3/17/2023
Aramark Partners Up With Triple B Hospitality Group

3/17/2023
Product Award Frontrunners Named as Voting Continues

3/17/2023
Top 5 Mistakes Business Owners Make When Hiring Salespeople

STAYING THE COURSE March 2023
Digging through the Numbers

3/16/2023
Howard Building Maintenance Joins NSA

3/16/2023
Registration Open for 2023 Greenbuild International Conference + Expo 

STAYING THE COURSE March 2023
Examining Product Selection and Growth

3/16/2023
What’s Next for the Antimicrobial Coatings Market?

3/16/2023
Nominations Open for Annual Canada’s Best Restroom Contest

3/15/2023
Integriserv Honored as Fast-Growing Franchise

3/15/2023
Imperial Dade Expands Canadian Presence with Acquisition

3/15/2023
Survey Shines Light on Spring Cleaning Trends

3/15/2023
Student GoFundMe Raises $270K for Beloved Elderly Custodian

STAYING THE COURSE March 2023
2023 BSC Market Report Shows Promising Industry Trends

3/14/2023
OpenWorks Launches Communication Portal for Customers

3/14/2023
Imperial Dade to Open Las Vegas Logistics Hub

3/14/2023
How “Signal Words” Can Prevent Custodial Injuries

3/14/2023
3 Trends Defining E-Commerce in 2023

3/13/2023
Servicon, LA County Team Up for Clean Water Initiative

3/13/2023
SEIU Local 1 Comments on Michigan House Bill Repealing Right to Work

3/13/2023
Diversey to be Acquired in Major Transaction

3/13/2023
What Hand Hygiene Method Works Best Against Norovirus?

3/10/2023
Durable Corporation Celebrates 100 Years of Business

3/10/2023
Indianapolis International Airport Installing 50 Pluie Self-Sanitizing Changing Tables

3/10/2023
CleanLink Summit Preview: Infection Control for the Next Normal

BE AN ELITE BSC: HOW TO SELL A PRICE INCREASE March 2023
Tips BSCs Can Use to Sell a Price Increase 

3/9/2023
CloroxPro Expands Online Learning Platform Offerings

3/9/2023
PuroClean Launches Company-Wide Employee Appreciation Initiative

3/9/2023
European Union Proposes Anti-Greenwashing Law

3/9/2023
The Tripledemic and its Impact on Healthcare Facilities

STEPS TO ENSURE COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE March 2023
The Importance of Interim Maintenance for Carpet Care

CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
Lowering Costs and Cleaning Smarter

3/8/2023
IICRC Endorses New Federal Mold Assessment and Remediation Legislation

3/8/2023
Aramsco Acquires Texas-Based Distributor

3/8/2023
How Facilities Can Prepare Against Mass Shooting Threats

3/8/2023
How Distributors Can Compete with Direct-to-Consumer Sales

3/8/2023
CleanLink Summit Preview: The Digital Difference: Making Your Firm Stand Out

STEPS TO ENSURE COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE March 2023
How to Create a Carpet Care Program

3/7/2023
Soap2o Expands into North America

3/7/2023
ServiceMaster Clean, Aspire Software Announce Partnership

CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
The Power of Robotic Cleaning

3/7/2023
Healthcare Report Shares Perception of Cleanliness in Ambulatory Facilities

3/7/2023
What’s The Difference Between Worker’s Comp and Short-Term Disability Insurance?

3/6/2023
Training Available for National Ladder Safety Month

3/6/2023
Envoy Solutions Announces 2 Arizona-Based Acquisitions

3/6/2023
Cleaning a Key Catalyst Behind Booming HAI Prevention Market

3/6/2023
San Diego County Custodians Reinstated After Investigation Determines Unjust Firings, Safety Violations

CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
Commercial Cleaning is a People Business

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE January 2023
Faces of the Frontline Honors Maria Judith Vazquez, System 1 Facility Services

3/3/2023
Citywide Building Maintenance Joins NSA

CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
Making Cleaning Sustainable

3/3/2023
Delta-Q Reaches Significant Sales Milestone

3/3/2023
Award Frontrunners Named as Voting for the 2023 Distributor Choice Awards Continues

3/3/2023
Backpack Vacuums Continue to Grow in Popularity In the Commercial Cleaning Space

3/2/2023
Servicon Announces New Chief Financial Officer

3/2/2023
Hospeco Acquires Canadian Manufacturer

3/2/2023
Book Club: The Four Obsessions of an Extraordinary Executive: A Leadership Fable

CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
A Look Ahead at the Cleaning Industry

3/2/2023
Cleaning Operation Assessments That Make the Grade

3/1/2023
Pegasus Building Services Acquires ManageMen Assets, JU and (OS1)

3/1/2023
AmerCareRoyal Acquires Team Three Group

3/1/2023
Study Reveals Alarming Trends on Lack of Workplace Appreciation

3/1/2023
CleanLink's Top Stories from February 2023

SANITARY MAINTENANCE 80TH ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE February 2023
Throwback to the 1940s: Sanitary Maintenance is Born

2/28/2023
Quick N Brite Announce New Ownership

2/28/2023
Register Now for the 2023 BSCAI Executive Management Conference

2/28/2023
A Glimpse into the Future of Window Cleaning

COVER STORY: LEADERS OF THE PACK February 2023
2023 Sales Leaders: Dalco's Scott Callahan Finds Success Through Optimistic Approach

2/27/2023
Excel Dryer Grants Post-Holiday Wish for Big Fan

2/27/2023
Servicon Appoints New Head of ESG Initiative

2/27/2023
Case Study: Property Management Team Enforces Smoke-Free Policy

2/27/2023
The Blueprint to Creating a Janitorial Performance Plan

2/27/2023
4 Ways to Celebrate Cleaning Professionals on Employee Appreciation Day  

2/24/2023
UMF Names Vice President of Sales

2/24/2023
New Location Announced for 2026 ACI Convention

2/24/2023
Food Safety Sanitation Provider Fined $1.5M for Child Labor Violations

2/24/2023
Hand Towels vs. Dryers: Which Spreads More Pathogens?

COVER STORY: LEADERS OF THE PACK February 2023
2023 Sales Leaders: Royal Papers’ Mark Licata Embodies Consistency

2/23/2023
Canberra Announce Intellectual Property Investments

2/23/2023
Anago Announces Passing of Chairman, Founder David R. Povlitz

2/23/2023
Key Factors Impacting the Global Disinfectants Market

2/23/2023
Second Round of Finalists Announced for Custodians are Key Competition

COVER STORY: LEADERS OF THE PACK February 2023
2023 Sales Leaders: Chudy Paper's Jim Siebold Finds Success Through Loyalty

2/22/2023
SMS Assist Announces Service Expansion with GP Mobile

2/22/2023
Spartan Chemical Announces New Regional Manager

2/22/2023
Terminated Contract with Tesla Leaves Texas Custodians out of Work

2/22/2023
Fast Facts: Ergonomics Factors into Physical and Mental Health for Workers 

COVER STORY: LEADERS OF THE PACK February 2023
2023 Sales Leaders: Fulton Distribution's Trish Perry Emphasizes Customer Relationships

2/21/2023
APIC, GP PRO Partner on Infection Prevention

2/21/2023
Excel Dryer Names Director of International Sales

2/21/2023
5 Red Flags from Candidates in Interviews

2/21/2023
Hotel Housekeepers Awarded $58K After Underpayment Investigation

COVER STORY: LEADERS OF THE PACK February 2023
2023 Sales Leaders: Fagan Sanitary Supply's Ryan Fagan Exudes Perseverance

2/21/2023
Industry Voices: Q&A with Patrick Dunnigan

2/17/2023
ACI Speaks on Impact of New York State’s 1,4-Dioxane Law

2/17/2023
VeriClean Services Joins NSA

2/17/2023
The True Cost of Untreated Depression in the Workplace

2/17/2023
Contractors Rescued from Chocolate Tank After Lack of Training on Cleaning Protocol

PROMOTING PAPER SUSTAINABILITY February 2023
Promoting Sustainable Towel and Tissue Options

2/16/2023
Pilot Chemical Company Opens Microbiology Lab To Help Accelerate Innovation

2/16/2023
Envoy Solutions Expands National Footprint with Acquisition

2/16/2023
Spartan Regional Manager Named Lindenmeyr Munroe 2022 Vendor Representative of the Year

2/16/2023
Cleaning a Key Driver in Infection Control Market Boom

2/16/2023
What Have We Learned from Pandemic Supply Chain Disruptions?

2/15/2023
ASHRAE Concludes Successful Winter Conference, AHR Expo

2/15/2023
NACD Joins Push to Demand Paid Sick Leave for Rail Workers

2/15/2023
White Paper Released on Citrus-Based Cleaning Solutions

2/15/2023
Colgate-Palmolive Announces Recall on Popular Chemical

2/14/2023
ABFS Joins NSA

2/14/2023
Canberra Names Chief Operating Officer

2/14/2023
Protecting Custodians from Carbon Monoxide Exposure During Winter

2/14/2023
Book Club: Crucial Accountability: Tools for Resolving Violated Expectations, Broken Commitments, and Bad Behavior

FROM THE EDITOR: SANITARY MAINTENANCE CELEBRATES 80 YEARS  February 2023
Sanitary Maintenance Launches 80-Year Anniversary Special

2/13/2023
Planon, Gilbane Announce Facilities Management Services Alliance

2/13/2023
Simple Ways to Show Authenticity As a Leader

2/13/2023
Handwashing Survey Reveals Restroom Fixture Preference

ATTRACTING TOP TALENT February 2023
How to Attract, Hire and Develop the Next Great Employee

2/10/2023
ASHRAE Recognizes Achievements of Members at 2023 Winter Conference

2/10/2023
EvaClean Appoints Executive Vice President of EVP Healthcare

2/10/2023
4 Pillars to Improving Employee Retention

2/10/2023
Scientists Create Anti-COVID Spray with 24-Hour Effectiveness

FREETIME: FINDING YOUR VOICE February 2023
Learning to Listen by Speaking Up

2/9/2023
ACI Elects Chair for Board of Directors

2/9/2023
BSCAI CEO Seminar Sets New Records

2/9/2023
What’s Next for the Medical Disinfectant Wipes Market?

2/9/2023
Study Showcases Latest Office Occupancy Trends

MAKE THE MOST OF IT February 2023
Making the Most of Your Inventory

2/8/2023
Ecolab Joins Responsible Flushing Alliance

2/8/2023
Network Distribution Announces Personnel Changes

2/8/2023
5 Ways to Slow the Surging Spread of Norovirus

2/8/2023
Courthouse Custodian Accidentally Locked in Cell for 3 Nights After Security Oversight

MAKE THE MOST OF IT February 2023
When to Keep, Use or Toss Stockpiled Chemical Inventory

READY FOR ROBOTICS February 2023
Ensuring Data Security with Robotic Floor Equipment

2/7/2023
IICRC Announces Revision of S500 Standard

2/7/2023
2023 ACI Distinguished Service Award Winner Announced

2/7/2023
Ongoing Nationwide Droughts Spotlight Value of Water Efficiency in Facilities

READY FOR ROBOTICS February 2023
Robotic Floor Equipment Delivers ROI, Labor Solutions

2/6/2023
Xenex Files Submission with FDA for UV Disinfection Technology

2/6/2023
A 5-Year Forecast Into Floor Cleaning Equipment

2/6/2023
Voting Open for Happy Hands Dispenser Design Contest

FROM THE EDITOR: LEADERSHIP BY THE BOOK February 2023
CleanLink Book Club Series Showcases Best Management Strategies 

2/3/2023
4M Acquires Columbus-Based BSC

2/3/2023
Imperial Dade Expands California Presence with Acquisition

2/3/2023
Disinfection Demand in Medical Facilities Fuels Commercial Cleaning Growth

2/3/2023
The Best of CleanLink News from January 2023

2/3/2023
Book Club: Design to Grow: How Coca-Cola Learned to Combine Scale and Agility

STRATEGIC SELL: FIVE HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE SALESPEOPLE  February 2023
Expert Shares 5 Habits of Effective Salespeople 

2/2/2023
Betco Closes On Novozymes Wastewater Business Assets

2/2/2023
Goodway Technologies Names Global Director of Sanitation Sales

2/2/2023
Lessons Learned from the 2022-23 Flu Season

2/2/2023
Fast Facts: Comparing Lithium and GEL Batteries

HITTING THE MARK February 2023
Routine Inspection Critical to Spot Cleaning Success

2/1/2023
Registration Open for ISSA PULIRE 2023

2/1/2023
Excel Dryer Names Executive Vice President, COO

2/1/2023
Green Cleaning in a Post-COVID Era: Where Does the Industry Stand?

2/1/2023
The Importance of Developing First-Time Leaders

HITTING THE MARK February 2023
Tips and Tricks for Effective Carpet Spot Cleaning

THE MANY MERITS OF SEALED SOAP DISPENSERS   January 2023
Time and Labor Savings Result in Cleaner Restrooms

1/31/2023
Fernic Building Solutions Joins NSA

1/31/2023
Deadline Extended for Sofidel’s Sustainable Hygiene Heroes Contest 

1/31/2023
3 Key Practices for Maintaining IAQ in Facilities

1/31/2023
How a Return-to-Office Brings Elevated Cleaning Expectations

THE MANY MERITS OF SEALED SOAP DISPENSERS   January 2023
What You Need to Know About Sealed Soap Dispensers

1/30/2023
Circle K, ONE HUNDRED Restrooms Announce Partnership

1/30/2023
Hospeco Brands Group Names Sales Director

1/30/2023
Recent Mass Shootings Put Spotlight on Facility Security Assessments

1/30/2023
4 Cleaning Industry Trends Set to Define 2023

HEALTHY SCHOOLS: MAINTAINING A WORK FORCE February 2023
3 Keys to Training, Sustaining and Retaining Workers 

1/27/2023
NADCA Publishes White Paper on Inspection and Cleaning of Open Air Plenums

1/27/2023
Cintas Releases 2022 ESG Report

1/27/2023
Dollar General Cited Again for Facility Safety Violations

1/27/2023
Finalists Announced for $15,000 Custodians Are Key Award

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS: PERSONAL HOME EXCLUSION January 2023
How to Secure a Personal Home Exclusion Tax Break

1/26/2023
GP Pro Validates Cleaning Times

1/26/2023
Empower Brands Names New Chief Development Officer 

1/26/2023
Which Trends are Skyrocketing the Cleaning Services Market?

1/26/2023
Nominate Your Top Custodian in Annual Nationwide Competition

LEADERSHIP: MENTORSHIP PROVES PIVOTAL FOR PLANNING AND PREPARATION  February 2023
The Value of Mentorship for Aspiring Leaders 

1/25/2023
IICRC Crime Cleanup Standards Available for Public Review

1/25/2023
Triple S Adds New Member-Dealer in Northern California

1/25/2023
Supply Chain Glossary Now Available for Cleaning Professionals

1/25/2023
Knox County Schools Agree to Cleaning Contractor Agreement Amid Custodial Shortages

CONTINUING A LEGACY January 2023
Incoming BSCAI President Talks Favorite Memories, Industry Involvement

1/24/2023
ISS Expands Contract with Leading Player in Technology Sector

1/24/2023
Green Seal Approved as ISEAL Community Member

1/24/2023
Major Disaster Assistance Approved for California Winter Storms

1/24/2023
Book Club — Hire With Your Head: Using Performance-Based Hiring to Build Outstanding Diverse Teams

MANAGEMENT: THREE KEYS TO EFFECTIVE CLEANING PROGRAMS February 2023
Three Key Components of an Effective Cleaning Program  

CONTINUING A LEGACY January 2023
2023 BSCAI President Discusses Certification Value, Government Issues

1/23/2023
Excel Dryer Appoints Director of Domestic Sales

1/23/2023
NACD Comments on TSCA Fees

1/23/2023
Disinfection Technology Study Against HAIs Shows Promising Results

CONTINUING A LEGACY January 2023
BSCAI President Shares Goals for 2023

1/20/2023
Anago Cleaning Systems Named Among Top Franchises

1/20/2023
Marcal Paper Announces Major Acquisition

1/20/2023
ACI Submits Comments on TSCA Fees

1/20/2023
Preventing the Most Common Workplace Injuries That Impact Janitors

1/19/2023
BradyIFS Expands Midwestern Presence with Acquisition

1/19/2023
Marsden Services Names COO

1/19/2023
4 Tips for Optimal Cleaning in Fitness Facilities

1/19/2023
Fast Facts: How Vacuum Filtration Helps Improve Indoor Air 

1/18/2023
NACD Welcomes 118th Congress and Newly Elected Members

1/18/2023
BSC Helps Georgia School System Improve Energy Performance

1/18/2023
How Product and Process Innovations Will Tackle Restroom Hotspots in 2023

BE AN ELITE BSC January 2023
Tips BSCs Can Use to Create Effective Incentives

1/17/2023
Kaivac Names New President

1/17/2023
ACI CEO Named Association Executive of the Year

1/17/2023
5 Managerial Tips for Bouncing Back from Adversity

1/17/2023
How One Hospital is Utilizing UV-C Disinfecting Robots

FROM THE EDITOR: GROWING THROUGH EDUCATION January 2023
Previewing CleanLink’s Networking Events for 2023

1/16/2023
Last Chance for Sustainable Hygiene Heroes Contest Nominations

1/16/2023
Factors Behind a Skyrocketing Disinfection Services Market

1/16/2023
Distribution Leader Acquires S.P. Richards Co.

CLEANING OPERATIONNS: WINTER CARE September 2006
Ice Melt Do's and Don'ts
Manufacturers outline the five most common mistakes end-users make and give advice on how to do it right

1/16/2023
Twitter Offices Leave Restroom Users Hanging Amid Cleaning Contract Struggles

1/13/2023
Tradex, AMBITEX Announce Major Cleaning Acquisition

1/13/2023
Wiseman Industries Names National Sales Manager

1/13/2023
120,000 Buildings Without Power Amid California Storms

1/13/2023
Infection Expert Forecasts Severe Norovirus Season

KEY FACTORS WHEN BUYING OR LEASING FLOOR EQUIPMENT January 2023
How Warranty and Training Options Impact Equipment Purchasing

1/12/2023
Tolco Corp. Announces Director of Sales

1/12/2023
Horizon Services Company Joins NSA

1/12/2023
What to Expect from the Supply Chain in 2023

1/12/2023
Annual Bed Bugs Rankings Features 3-Peat City at Top

KEY FACTORS WHEN BUYING OR LEASING FLOOR EQUIPMENT January 2023
Buying vs. Leasing Equipment: What You Need to Know

1/11/2023
BOMA and BOMI Reunite to Create New Future in Education and Training

1/11/2023
Pilot Chemical Company Names President, COO

1/11/2023
7 Sustainability Trends Set to Define Cleaning in 2023

1/11/2023
How to Best Use Disinfecting Wipes in a Professional Cleaning Operation

1/10/2023
Waterless Co. Names Recipient of Leadership Award

1/10/2023
Athea Laboratories Appoints President

1/10/2023
How an Indiana Cleaning Franchise Successfully Integrates Family Employees

THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB November 2016
When To Use Reusable Or Disposable Microfiber

1/10/2023
Fast Facts: What to Know About Video Interviews

RECOGNIZING STANDOUT BSC'S November 2022
Community Connection and Dedication Highlight CLEAN Awards

1/9/2023
ACI Announces Series of Promotions

1/9/2023
4M Secures Significant Investment from Private Investment Firm O2

1/9/2023
What’s Next for the Surface Disinfectant Market?

1/9/2023
Commercial Cleaning Professional Shares 5 Tips on National Clean Your Desk Day

RECOGNIZING STANDOUT BSC'S November 2022
Celebrating Building Service Contractor CLEAN Award Winners

THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB November 2016
Choosing Between Cotton And Microfiber

1/6/2023
Signal Restoration Named One of Top Michigan Businesses

1/6/2023
Grainger Names Chief Legal Officer

1/6/2023
Cleaning for Health Tips in Childcare Facilities

THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB November 2016
Differences Between Microfiber And Cotton
Making sure staff knows when each cleaning tool should be used

1/6/2023
Book Club: Work Smarter, Live Better: The Science-Based Work-Life Balance and Stress Management Toolkit

1/5/2023
Kaivac First to Apply for ISSA Cleaning Times Validation Seal Program

1/5/2023
Cintas Honored for Safety in the Workplace

1/5/2023
Cleaning Robotics Market Set for 5-Year Boom

1/5/2023
The Best of CleanLink from December 2022

1/4/2023
WFBSC’s Global Executive Summit Returns in 2023

1/4/2023
4 IICRC Standards Available for Public Review

1/4/2023
5 Facility Preparation Tips for the Winter Season

1/4/2023
Survey Reveals Top Workplace Trends for 2023

USING TECHNOLOGY TO CLEAN SMARTER November 2022
Hot Desking and More Mobile Solutions

1/3/2023
Newell Brands Appoints New CFO

1/3/2023
Ecolab Adds to Board of Directors

1/3/2023
A Year in Review: CleanLink's Top News from 2022

1/3/2023
Why Exactly Do People Catch Colds?

USING TECHNOLOGY TO CLEAN SMARTER November 2022
Easy Ways to Embrace and Use Technology in Cleaning Processes

12/29/2022
Veritiv CFO Announces Retirement

12/29/2022
Essity Earns High Marks for Sustainability

12/29/2022
Top 10 Contracting Profits Features from 2022

12/29/2022
How Recent Marijuana Legalization Affects Hiring Prospects

12/28/2022
NACD Welcomes New Chemical Safety Board Chairman

12/28/2022
Is Your State Increasing Minimum Wage in 2023?

12/28/2022
ACME Supports Multiple Charities Over Holiday Season

MECHANICAL FLEETS OPTIMIZE FLOOR CARE CAPABILITY November 2022
Training and Budgeting for Maximum Impact

12/28/2022
The Best of Sanitary Maintenance from 2022

12/27/2022
Industry Leader Celebrates Decade-Long Partnership with Cleaning for a Reason

12/27/2022
Mike Pence to Address Distributors at NAW Executive Summit 2023

12/27/2022
Top 10 Facility Cleaning Decisions Articles from 2022

12/27/2022
How to Reply to Customer Feedback and Keep Clients Happy

MECHANICAL FLEETS OPTIMIZE FLOOR CARE CAPABILITY November 2022
Building a Cleaning Arsenal for Jobs Big and Small

12/22/2022
Microshare Becomes Exclusive Reseller of Skiply Customer Feedback Devices

12/22/2022
ABM Honored for Innovative Services

12/22/2022
What Facility Managers Can Do to Prevent Workplace Violence

12/22/2022
Hawaii’s Premier Airport Makes Big Splash Into Robotic Floor Equipment

12/21/2022
Kutol Products Adds 2 New Team Members

12/21/2022
ACI Innovation Showcase Highlights Industry Game-Changers

12/21/2022
Sustainable Hygiene Tips for the Holiday Season

12/21/2022
Robotic Floor Equipment Market Slated for 5-Year Boom

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE November 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Ben Knight

12/20/2022
Sodexo Recognized as Top Corporation for Inclusion Efforts

12/20/2022
Sofidel's Papernet HyTech Seas Dispensers Win ISSA Innovation Award

12/20/2022
Cleaning Executive Highlights Importance of an Engaged, Educated Team

BE AN ELITE BSC: ACTING ON LEAD MEASURES November 2022
Cleaning Contractors Maximize Business Potential with Metrics

FREETIME: TACKLING FOOTBALL AND FAMILY November 2022
Finding Time to Give Back

12/19/2022
Planon Awarded WELL Certification

12/19/2022
Cleaning a Key Factor in Facility Management Market Boom

12/19/2022
How to Write a DEI Statement for Your Cleaning Business

12/19/2022
Lucid Recognized for Top Power Washing Drone

12/16/2022
Sofidel Ranks Best in Industry for ESG Risk Management

12/16/2022
BradyIFS Expands East Coast Presence with Acquisition

12/16/2022
DOL Awards $614K for West Virginia Storm Cleanup

HOW TO GO GREEN November 2022
Best Practices When Selecting Floor Pads

12/16/2022
CleanLink Presentation Highlights Best Practices for Employee Development

12/15/2022
EnerSys Receives 2022 Industry Award from Richmond Chamber of Commerce

12/15/2022
Solutex Earns 5th EPA Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award

12/15/2022
Top Distribution Trends to Expect in 2023

12/15/2022
Monkeypox: What Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities Need to Know

12/14/2022
ProNatural Brands Launches New Website

12/14/2022
JAN-PRO Expands into Puerto Rico

12/14/2022
Judgement Reached in Sanitation Contractor Child Labor Case

12/14/2022
Study Outlines Benefits of Sustainability Reporting

ADAPTING TO A CHANGING WORKPLACE November 2022
BSC Tips For Efficient Cleaning After Facility Changes

12/14/2022
Industry Voices: Q&A with Beau Daane

12/13/2022
Empower Brands Names New President

12/13/2022
ACI Adds New Member to Board of Directors

12/13/2022
BSCAI Announces Recipient of 2022 Stephen H. Swigart Scholarship

MEASURING UP November 2022
How Distributors Can Best Recommend Dilution Control Systems

ADAPTING TO A CHANGING WORKPLACE November 2022
How Redesigned Offices Affect Cleaning Demands

12/12/2022
4M Recognized For Several Industry Awards

12/12/2022
Kaivac Acquires Ohio-Based Manufacturer

12/12/2022
2022 AASHE Sustainability Award Winners Announced

12/12/2022
Longtime Cleaning Consultant Shares Best Practices for Recruiting and Retaining Employees

MEASURING UP November 2022
Proper Dilution Control Provides Safety and Savings

12/9/2022
Diamond Chemical Adds VP of Sales and Marketing

12/9/2022
Office Pride Named EntreCon Employer of the Year

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE November 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Joyce Close, ServiceMaster

PERFECTING YOUR PLAYBOOK November 2022
Securing Clients With Training, Certifications

12/9/2022
Twitter HQ Custodians Abruptly Locked out of Facility After Failed Contract Negotiations

12/8/2022
Cleaning Services Group Joins NSA

12/8/2022
BradyIFS Acquires Maintenance Supplies and Marketing, Inc.

12/8/2022
Contract Cleaning Services Market Slated for 5-Year Growth Beyond $150 Billion

12/8/2022
Latest National Flu Spike Emphasizes Infection Control for Facility Cleaning Managers

PERFECTING YOUR PLAYBOOK November 2022
Creating Customer Loyalty Through Product Consulting

12/7/2022
GP PRO Survey Shows ROI of Smart Tech

12/7/2022
MaintenX Makes Significant Donation to Tampa Bay Children through Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program

12/7/2022
14 Top Hotels in California Contribute to Hospitality Sector Scholarship Program

12/7/2022
Last Chance for Early Bird Discount Ahead of 2023 BSCAI CEO Seminar

SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG STUDY January 2023
Survey Outlines BSC/Facility Sustainability and ESG Goals

12/6/2022
Cintas Hosts Successful Annual Holiday Food and Toy Drive

12/6/2022
HPDC, Green Seal Announce Complimentary HPD Reports with Paint Certification

12/6/2022
5 Solutions to the Biggest Janitorial Staffing Challenges

FROM THE EDITOR November 2022
Recognizing Future Leaders

12/5/2022
ACI Briefing to Discuss Ingredient Communication, 1,4-Dioxane

12/5/2022
Imperial Dade Acquires Ohio-Based Distributor

12/5/2022
IICRC Releases Field Guide for Professional Cleaners

12/5/2022
4 Hygiene Tips to Kick Off National Handwashing Awareness Week 

PERFECTING YOUR PLAYBOOK November 2022
How Distributors Can Compete Against Amazon

12/2/2022
All Bright Janitorial Services Joins NSA

12/2/2022
Ecore International Names President for Material Business Unit

12/2/2022
More Sanitary Hazard Violations for Dollar General

12/2/2022
Green Seal Releases Standard for Reducing Virgin Plastic in Trash Bags 

12/1/2022
Office Pride Launches Daytona-Based Location

12/1/2022
Bradley Corp. Makes Hand Sanitizer Donation for Hurricane Ian Relief Efforts

12/1/2022
Holiday Security Risks Facility Managers Should Be Aware Of

12/1/2022
CleanLink's Top 10 News Stories from November

FORMING A FLEET November 2022
Consulting Custodial Staff on Cleaning Equipment Purchases

SUSTAINABILITY AND ESG STUDY January 2023
Results of the 2022 Sustainability and ESG Goals Study

11/30/2022
Supply Solutions Opens New Warehouse and Office in Houston

11/30/2022
CFS Brands Acquires Elite Global Solutions

11/30/2022
4 Strategies for Establishing a Facility Sustainability Plan

FORMING A FLEET November 2022
Restroom Cleaning Equipment Boosts Quality, Efficiency

THE STRATEGIC SELL: FIVE MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT SALES SUCCESS November 2022
How to Improve Sales Hiring Success

CLEANING MANAGEMENT November 2022
Three Markers of Successful Cleaning Departments

11/29/2022
Spartan Announces Additional Regional Manager Promotion

11/29/2022
Sodexo Releases Second Annual Sustainability Report

11/29/2022
Plant Manager Named Finalist for National Rock Star Custodian Competition

11/29/2022
How Tracking Cleaning Consumables Saves on Budget and Time

11/28/2022
SC Johnson Donates Over 26,000 Repellents to At-Risk Families in Brazil

11/28/2022
Disaster Recovery Inc. Announces New Hire

11/28/2022
Food Safety Sanitation Provider Reported for Child Labor Violations

FROM THE EDITOR: SORTING THROUGH STAFFING STRUGGLES November 2022
How Can Cleaning Distributors Improve Workplace Culture?

LEARNING FROM A SELF-ASSESSMENT November 2022
Tool Helps Assess School Facilities Management Strategies

11/23/2022
Sodexo Recognized for Inclusion Practices

11/23/2022
NACD Announces 2023 Board of Directors

11/23/2022
5 Reasons to Adopt Green Cleaning Practices for Safer Schools

11/23/2022
The Importance of Thanksgiving for the Cleaning Industry

11/22/2022
Cintas Holds Opening Ceremony for New York-Based Cleanroom Facility

11/22/2022
Spartan Chemical Announces Promotion of New Regional Manager

11/22/2022
Nominate Your Top Hygiene Specialist in Annual National Competition

11/22/2022
AFFLINK Shares Tips for Making the Most of Thanksgiving

MORE OCCUPANTS, SAME COMPLAINTS November 2022
Frontline Cleaning Managers Share Common and Ridiculous Complaints

11/21/2022
Tork Launches Hygiene Trainings for Long Term Care Facilities

11/21/2022
Speakers Announced for 2023 ACI Industry Convention

11/21/2022
Housekeeper Who Suffered Stroke Wins Grand Prize in Nationwide Contest

MORE OCCUPANTS, SAME COMPLAINTS November 2022
Survey Reveals Top In-House Cleaning Complaints

11/18/2022
EPA Names 2022 Safer Choice Partner of the Year

11/18/2022
Thanksgiving Preparation Tips for Foodservice Facilities

11/18/2022
Cleaning RSV: What You Need to Know

MONEY TALKS October 2022
How Salespeople are Paid, Incentivized and Recognized

11/17/2022
JAN-PRO Provides Veteran Franchise Commercial Cleaning Program

11/17/2022
ISSA and Staples Form National Distribution Partnership Program

11/17/2022
Latest Flu Report Revealed: Where Does Your State Stand?

COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE November 2022
Putting the Right Tools in the Right Hands

FROM THE EDITOR November 2022
The Cost to Compete

MONEY TALKS October 2022
How Compensation Changes as Employees Gain Experience

MONEY TALKS October 2022
Sales Compensation Trends Revealed in New Survey

11/16/2022
NACD Announces 2022 Award Recipients

11/16/2022
EvaClean Donates Disinfectant to Convoy Disaster Relief Efforts

COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE November 2022
Tips and Tricks for Maxing Out a Carpet’s Lifespan

11/15/2022
JAN-PRO Builds New Team in Houston

11/15/2022
Ecore International Names Chief Marketing Officer

11/15/2022
Recall Announced for Several Pine-Sol Surface Cleaner Products

11/15/2022
4 Key Benefits of a Sustainable Workplace

FREETIME: MAKING AN IMPACT THROUGH MENTORSHIP October 2022
Mentoring Others Builds a Foundation for the Future

WE ARE HIRING September 2022
High Employee Morale Boosts Referrals, Dependability

11/14/2022
Triple S Appoints New Member-Dealer in Illinois

11/14/2022
Pilot Chemical Names North America Sales Manager

11/14/2022
Key Factors Driving the Healthcare Facilities Management Market

11/14/2022
USGBC Updates LEED v4 to Improve Response to Climate Change

11/11/2022
Acme CEO Named to Family Business Magazine’s ‘CEOs to Watch’

11/11/2022
ISSA Charities Announces GivingTuesday Campaign Details

PREVENTING CROSS-CONTAMINATION October 2022
Best Tools, Processes to Combat Cross-Contamination

11/11/2022
Q&A: How a Marine Veteran Successfully Pivoted into a Thriving BSC

WE ARE HIRING September 2022
Unique Strategies to Improve Recruitment and Retention

11/10/2022
360clean Continues Expansion with Hygienic-Focused Protocols

11/10/2022
ASHRAE Among Organizations Pledging Leadership Role Against Climate Change

11/10/2022
Software Partnership Aims to Streamline Distribution for Cleaning Industry

PREVENTING CROSS-CONTAMINATION October 2022
Tips and Tricks for Keeping Environments Safe and Clean

11/10/2022
Forecasting the Business Impact of COVID-19, Flu Season this Winter

11/9/2022
ACI Launches #OurFutureIsClean Social Media Challenge

11/9/2022
Triple S Names Senior VP of Sales and Supplier Relations

11/9/2022
How Severely Can Pest Problems Hurt Businesses?

11/9/2022
5 Ways Safe, Clean Schools Can Engage Students

FLOOR CARE September 2022
Autoscrubbers Offer Advantages for Hard Surfaces

11/8/2022
Milhench Supply Company Names New President

11/8/2022
ISSA Show North America 2022 Sees Boost in Attendance

11/8/2022
Report Highlights Disconnect Between Professional Cleaners and Consumers of Public Spaces

CHARGING BACK UP October 2022
Best Uses for AGM, GEL Batteries

11/7/2022
Nanotouch Honored with Multiple Global Health and Pharma Awards

11/7/2022
Date Announced for National Floor Safety Institute Symposium

11/7/2022
Q&A: Are Wages Affected by Recessions?

CHARGING BACK UP October 2022
Best Practices for Distributors Training End Users on Batteries

THINK SMALL September 2022
Floor Equipment Purchasing Tips to Maximize Space and Save Money

11/4/2022
ISSA Partners with National Down Syndrome Society to Improve Employment Opportunity

11/4/2022
Anago Expands Southern California Presence

11/4/2022
How Would Sustainability-Focused Companies Handle a Recession?

11/4/2022
Case Study: Smart Restroom Technology Boosts Tenant Satisfaction

11/3/2022
JAN-PRO Announces Business Owner of the Year Winners

11/3/2022
NACD Comments on Proposed EPA Changes to Risk Management Plan Rule

11/3/2022
Study: Is Remote Work the Reason for Employee Disengagement?

11/3/2022
Winner of America’s Best Restroom Contest Announced

BEST PRACTICES FOR CLEANING AND DISINFECTING September 2022
Chemical Breakdown: Differences Between Cleaning and Disinfecting

11/2/2022
Winner Announced for ISSA Show North America Innovation Industry Choice Award

11/2/2022
MaintenX Supports Hurricane Ian Recovery with Repair Teams

BE AN ELITE BSC September 2022
Three Keys to Building a Profitable Contract Cleaning Company

11/2/2022
How to Retain the Best Employees in Your Cleaning Organization

THE STRATEGIC SELL: BUT, SHE HAS A BIG BOOK October 2022
Why Revenue and Sales Effectiveness Are Not the Same

FACILITY FOCUS: GAINING TRACTION September 2022
Handwashing Setup Streamlines Restroom Cleaning, Saves Supplies

11/1/2022
ISSA Announces End Period Poverty Campaign

11/1/2022
Canberra Adds New Inside Sales and Customer Support Specialist

11/1/2022
Report: Robot Sales Grew 37% in Service Sector

11/1/2022
The Best of CleanLink from October

10/31/2022
Excel Dryer Announces New Director of Operations

10/31/2022
ISS Names Chief Information Officer for Americas Region

10/31/2022
World Food Championships Chooses Cleaning Partner

10/31/2022
Steps to Take After a Custodian is Injured at Work

FACILITY FOCUS: GAINING TRACTION September 2022
All-In-One Sink System Keeps Floors and Customers Safe

FROM THE EDITOR September 2022
Planning for Future Leadership

10/28/2022
Anago Cleaning Systems Expands into Oklahoma

10/28/2022
ISSA Announces ARCSI Professional Cleaner, Chairman’s Award Winners

10/28/2022
9 Reasons to Utilize Ready-To-Use Cleaning Solutions

MOPPING UP SALES September 2022
Tools Necessary for Every Floor Care Program

10/27/2022
Hill & Markes to Host 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat Halloween Event

10/27/2022
Remembering Daniel George Mack

10/27/2022
Video Captures Coyote Rescue from Middle School Restroom

10/27/2022
How to Make Cleaning Surveys That Improve Business

MOPPING UP SALES September 2022
Top-Selling Mops and Benefits to Their Use

10/26/2022
Bradford Soap, Church & Dwight, Evonik Execs to Speak at 2023 ACI Convention Industry Leadership Panel

10/26/2022
ABM Assists Abbeville County Schools with Integrated Facility Upgrade Solution

10/26/2022
Dollar General Corp. Cited for Cleaning-Related OSHA Violations

10/26/2022
First Influenza Surveillance Report of Season Released

MOPPING UP SALES September 2022
What’s Included in a Full Lineup of Floor Care Tools

10/25/2022
Gausium Takes Top Honor at the ISSA Innovation Awards 2022

10/25/2022
Enersys Expands Partnership with Industrial Battery & Charger, Inc.

10/25/2022
What’s Next for the Global Surface Disinfectants Market?

ADDRESSING HAI'S September 2022
Intervention Helps Maximize Effectiveness of Cleaning

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE September 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Gina Luna, System1, Inc.

10/24/2022
4M Announces Partnership With DailyPay to Reduce Turnover Rates

10/24/2022
Imperial Dade Launches Logistics Hub Near St. Louis

FROM THE EDITOR: CALLING ALL SALES LEADERS October 2022
Nominations Open for Sanitary Maintenance 2022 Sales Leaders Award

10/24/2022
DOL Awards $15M in Hurricane Ian Recovery Efforts for Employment and Training Services

ADDRESSING HAI'S September 2022
WHO's Sweeping Study on Infection Control Practices

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE September 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Sherry McKinney, Family Health Care

10/21/2022
Ice Cobotics, Phillips 66 Announce Convenience Store Partnership

10/21/2022
Orkin’s Top 50 ‘Rattiest Cities’ List Features a Repeat Champion

BAD SCENTS, NO SERVICE September 2022
Proven Products to Combat Odors

10/20/2022
Hospeco Brands Group Acquires ChemCor Chemical Corp.

10/20/2022
Winners Announced for 2022 ISSA Achievement Awards

10/20/2022
Top 6 Signs of Rodent Infestations in Facilities

BAD SCENTS, NO SERVICE September 2022
How Distributors Can Assist with Foodservice Odors

10/20/2022
Green2Sustainable Honors Top Organizations

10/19/2022
Signal Restoration Names VP of National Accounts

10/19/2022
ISSA Show North America Honors Innovation Awards Winners

10/19/2022
Survey: Consumers Prioritize Both Antibacterial and Moisturizing Soap

MANAGEMENT: THE CLEANING NEVER STOPS September 2022
Cleaning Managers Capitalize on Peer-to-Peer Networking

10/18/2022
Imperial Dade Expands in Alabama

10/18/2022
ISSA Hygieia Network Reveals 2022 Award Winners

10/18/2022
Industry Report Shows Significant Rift Between Frontline Workers, Executives

10/18/2022
Global Handwashing Day Puts Facility Hygiene in Spotlight

FREETIME: SERVING AND LEARNING IN LATIN AMERICA September 2022
Greentech Environmental Sales Coordinator Shares Value of Mission Trip Experiences

10/17/2022
MicroCare Announces New Director of Global Supply Chain

RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION September 2022
Inspiration is the Key to Employee Retention in Today's Complex Work Environment

10/17/2022
Healthy Schools Campaign, Green Seal Partner for Sustainability Program

10/17/2022
Hospitals Set Disinfection Records with UV Technology

ARE YOU READY? September 2022
What to Look for When Recruiting New Managers

10/14/2022
ACI Sustainability Report Reveals Key Cleaning Industry Trends

10/14/2022
How to Prepare for Global Handwashing Day

UNDER PRESSURE September 2022
How to Maintain Customer Loyalty Amid Supply Chain Struggles

10/13/2022
ISSA Partners with New York State Sheriffs’ Association for Statewide Training Program

10/13/2022
Nominations Open for Guest Room Attendant Excellence Award

UNDER PRESSURE September 2022
Maintaining Relationships While Battling the Supply Chain

ARE YOU READY? September 2022
Succession Planning Helps Soon-to-Retire Managers Transition to New Leadership

RETURN TO THE WINDY CITY September 2022
A BSC's Guide to BSCAI's Contracting Success 2022

10/7/2022
Imperial Date Names 55th Acquisition

10/7/2022
APIC Encourages Healthcare Masking Despite Recent CDC Guidance Shift

10/7/2022
Study: How Many Facility Managers Outsource Cleaning?

SUPPLY CHAIN STRUGGLES September 2022
What Global Supply Chain Disruptions Mean for the Contract Cleaning Industry

10/6/2022
4M Building Solutions Acquires Milwaukee-Based BSC

10/6/2022
AAHOA Statement on Hurricane Ian Impact

10/6/2022
Date Announced for Green2Sustainable Recognition Ceremony

10/6/2022
The Best of CleanLink from September 2022

RECONNECTING IN CHICAGO September 2022
Keynote Speakers, Awards for ISSA Show North America 2022

10/5/2022
Registration Open for 2023 ACI Convention

10/5/2022
Imperial Dade Continues Acquisition Trend

10/5/2022
Self-Assessment Tool Available for School Facility Professionals

RECONNECTING IN CHICAGO September 2022
A Facility Cleaning Manager's Guide to ISSA North America 2022

10/4/2022
Dow Honored as One of Best Workplaces in Manufacturing, Production

10/4/2022
ISSA Hygieia Network Launches DePaul University Career Edge Certificate Program

10/4/2022
Study Outlines Best Employee Benefits Companies Can Offer

10/4/2022
Tahoe Supply Opens Sales, Distribution Center For Central Texas

SCHOOLS FACE 3 MAJOR CHALLENGES September 2022
Top Challenges for School Facility Managers

10/3/2022
Oxi Fresh Aiming for New York Expansion

10/3/2022
Network Distribution to Present at 2022 BSCAI Contracting Success

10/3/2022
Nashville Conference Center Ordered to Pay $630K for Discriminatory Hiring Allegations

10/3/2022
How Much Do We Waste? An Inside-The-Numbers Guide

THE STRATEGIC SELL: SELLING INTO RECESSION...DOES IT MATTER? September 2022
Recession-Proof Sales Strategies for Distributors

PERSISTENCE PERSONIFIED August 2022
Paul Taylor Built a Foundation for Business Success

9/30/2022
Source Supply Inc. Acquires E.J. Sprague Co.

9/30/2022
Tork Announces Hygiene Partnership with Green Bay Packers, Philadelphia Eagles

9/30/2022
Proper Disinfecting: How to Tackle Today's Tough Pathogens

FROM THE EDITOR: REMAINING COMPETITIVE IN UNPRECEDENTED TIMES September 2022
How Should Jan/San Distributors Handle Price Hikes?

9/29/2022
Diversey Announces Training Partnership with Typsy

9/29/2022
Winners of Entrepreneurial Excellence Award Named

9/29/2022
Green Initiatives Taken by Upcoming ISSA Show's McCormick Place

9/29/2022
Key Hurricane Preparation Steps for Facilities

9/29/2022
First Program for Healthy and Sustainable Schools Launched

PERSISTENCE PERSONIFIED August 2022
BSC Proves Hard Work Pays Off

9/28/2022
OpenWorks Partners with Ramco ERP

9/28/2022
Spartan's E.T. Swigart Scholarship Recipient Selected

9/28/2022
CDC Expands Funding for Pathogen Prevention Programs

9/28/2022
How to Win Cleaning Contracts with a Strong Social Media Presence

PERSISTENCE PERSONIFIED August 2022
ESS Clean CEO Turns Challenges into Success Stories

9/27/2022
Highlands Announces Business Development Manager

9/27/2022
Brightwell Extends Dispenser Systems Lineup for 75th Anniversary

9/27/2022
NY Declares State of Emergency Following Polio Detection

9/27/2022
Tips to Creating a Safe and Clean School Environment

ADDRESSING AND RESOLVING RESTROOM ODORS August 2022
Products That Contribute to Odor Prevention

9/26/2022
Tranzonic CEO Named Executive Officer of ISSA Board

9/26/2022
Network Distribution Announces Winners of Member Awards

9/26/2022
CDC Announces Monkeypox Vaccine Equity Pilot Program

9/26/2022
4 Pillars to Perfecting Your Next Hire

ADDRESSING AND RESOLVING RESTROOM ODORS August 2022
Key Restroom Odor Culprits and How to Prevent Them

9/23/2022
Nassco Names 2021 Vendor Representative of the Year

9/23/2022
The State of Hiring, Manufacturing and Distribution for 2022

RECONNECTING IN CHICAGO September 2022
Spotlight Sessions, Award Ceremonies at ISSA North America 2022

9/23/2022
Pilot Project Highlights Importance of Air Monitoring for School IAQ

BE AN ELITE BSC: MANAGING EXPECTATIONS AND ASPIRATIONS August 2022
Setting Business Expectations and Managing Reality

9/22/2022
Cardiff-Based Company Consults with US Green Seal to Implement Industry-Wide Standards 

9/22/2022
ISS Pledges to Hire 1,000 Refugees

A POSITIVE PUSH FOR IAQ September 2022
Cleaning Chemicals That Help Indoor Air Quality

RECONNECTING IN CHICAGO September 2022
A Distributor's Guide to ISSA North America 2022

9/22/2022
5 Ways Safe and Clean Schools Can Engage Students

RECONNECTING IN CHICAGO September 2022
BSCs Benefit from Education and Awards at ISSA 2022

9/21/2022
Advanced Building Maintenance Joins NSA

9/21/2022
Green Seal Announces Sustainable Packaging Advisory Group 

9/21/2022
Study: Is Climate Change Making Us Angrier?

9/21/2022
How the COVID-19 Pandemic Has Affected Hand Hygiene

RECONNECTING IN CHICAGO September 2022
A BSC's Guide to ISSA North America

9/20/2022
CFS Technologies Acquires Knight LLC

9/20/2022
Kimberly-Clark Appoints Chief Supply Chain Officer

9/20/2022
IoT Drone Partnership Highlights Potential of Spraying Innovation

FROM THE EDITOR: DIVING INTO DATA August 2022
Using Data to Make Strong Decisions

9/20/2022
A Safety Refresher on Using Cleaning Solutions

9/19/2022
IOPFDA Welcomes New 2023 Board Members

9/19/2022
Essity Announces Change to Executive Management Team

9/19/2022
NACD Provides Statement on Potential U.S. Rail Strike

9/19/2022
Study: Which Sanitizers Perform Best Against Norovirus?

IS EARNED WAGE ACCESS THE FUTURE? August 2022
Outlining On-Demand Payroll and How Cleaning Teams Can Benefit

9/16/2022
Sodexo Secures Foodservice Contract with New Jersey-Based School District

9/16/2022
Network Distribution Spotlights EVS Department for Environmental Services Week

9/16/2022
How Automated Hand Hygiene Monitoring Systems Benefit Facilities

9/16/2022
Tips for Removing Limescale Deposits in Toilets

9/15/2022
ABM Expands Board of Directors

9/15/2022
How CloroxPro is Celebrating Environmental Services Week

9/15/2022
Winter Viruses Stress Importance of Seasonal Cleaning

9/15/2022
Nominations Open for Tennant's Custodians Are Key Campaign

BREAKING THE ICE August 2022
Optimal Ice Melt Types, Application Strategies

9/14/2022
ISSA Elects New 2023 Board Members

9/14/2022
Why is Lysol Creating the World's Stinkiest Sock?

9/14/2022
Steps to Take After an Employee is Injured at Work

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE August 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Holly Roberts, Team MJV

9/13/2022
Green Seal Elects New Chair and Members of Board of Directors 

9/13/2022
CFS Brands Announces Availability of Jofel "Valor" Dispensing Line

9/13/2022
3 Ways to Improve Mentorship Skills as a Manager

GREEN CLEANING August 2022
3 Things BSCs Should Know About ESG

DRIVING E-COMMERCE WITH SOCIAL MEDIA August 2022
What Types of Content Boost Brands?

9/12/2022
MasterCorp Joins NSA

9/12/2022
Tolco Announces New Addition to Sales Team

9/12/2022
Key Cleaning Resources for Disaster Preparedness Month

DRIVING E-COMMERCE WITH SOCIAL MEDIA August 2022
Tips for Successful Social Marketing Campaigns

9/12/2022
Case Study: How Hand Dryers Can Help Facilities Save on Costs

9/9/2022
GPS Insight Named 2022 Sustainability Leadership Award Winner

9/9/2022
7 Personal Safety Tips Facility Managers Should Share

9/9/2022
Industry Veteran Joins ETS Board

9/9/2022
Restroom Air Care Technology Evolving to Meet Higher Standards

9/8/2022
Seatex Acquires ChemQuest Chemical Company

9/8/2022
Triple S Announces Staff Updates

9/8/2022
Report: Contract Cleaning Services Market Slated for Significant Rise

9/8/2022
Registration Open for SC Johnson 2022 Happy Hands Contest

9/7/2022
Colgate-Palmolive Names New India Division CEO

9/7/2022
Imperial Dade Announces 53rd Acquisition

9/7/2022
National Survey Highlights Concerning IAQ Workplace Trends

GLOBAL TRENDS August 2022
Innovation Trends for the Cleaning Industry

9/7/2022
First U.S. Monkeypox-Related Death Reported in Texas

9/6/2022
EvaClean, ADYTON MedTech Form Disinfection Solutions Partnership

9/6/2022
Kaivac Names Executive VP of Sales

9/6/2022
Lysol Launches Healthy Schools Video Series Campaign

GLOBAL TRENDS August 2022
International Event Offers Glimpse at Future of Clean

9/6/2022
Why Data Protection is Important for Cleaning Businesses

9/2/2022
Elite Touch Cleaning Services Joins NSA

9/2/2022
Kimberly-Clark Honored for Ethical Practices

9/2/2022
Case Study: Hand Sanitizer Partnership Boosts Hygiene, Sustainability Efforts

9/2/2022
Pest Control Complaints Lead to Wrongful Termination Lawsuit

9/1/2022
Bullen Announces Change to 4-Day Workweek

9/1/2022
Which Jan/San Companies Pursue Sustainability the Most?

CHALLENGES IN DISTRIBUTION August 2022
Cleaning Hurdles and How to Overcome Them

9/1/2022
Top 10 CleanLink News Stories From August 2022

9/1/2022
Diversified Maintenance Acquires Pennsylvania-Based Cleaning Services Provider

8/31/2022
AirAnswers Partners with Pediatric Non-Profit Mobile Care Chicago

8/31/2022
Sodexo, University of Florida Expand Partnership

8/31/2022
EPA Calls for Nominations for 2023 Green Chemistry Challenge Awards

8/31/2022
Machinery Accident in Arizona Stresses Facility Safety Protocols

8/30/2022
Brunswick Corporation Establishes Navico Group

8/30/2022
SG360 Joins NSA

8/30/2022
What’s Next for the Infection Control Supplies Market?

8/30/2022
Colorado Springs Officially Approves $2.7 Million Cleaning Budget

FREETIME: FLYING OVER WATER August 2022
The Rewards of Pushing Through Failure

August 2022
ACS is Innovating For Health!

8/29/2022
Commercial Cleaning Corp. to Adopt ICE Robotics Autonomous Floor Scrubbers

8/29/2022
NAW Names Chief Strategy Officer

8/29/2022
The Cleaning Industry Remembers Jim Harris Sr.

8/29/2022
How Senior-Level Leadership Can Keep a Pulse on the Workforce

FAST FACTS: ATP TESTING August 2022
What You Need to Know About ATP Testing

8/26/2022
ISS Appoints Group Chief Commercial Officer

8/26/2022
Hill & Markes Donating over 1,100 Backpacks with Supplies to Schools in NY

8/26/2022
Case Study: Product Revamp Boosts Quality of Concrete Floor Care

8/26/2022
How Has the Supply Chain Impacted Manufacturer Optimism?

8/25/2022
Clean Team Named Among Fastest-Growing Private Companies

8/25/2022
NACD Voices Concern on EPA’s Proposed Changes to Risk Management Plan Program

8/25/2022
Nominations Open for Best Hotel Housekeeper Competition, $13,000 Prize

8/25/2022
Reasons to Celebrate National Toilet Paper Day

CLEARING THE AIR August 2022
Assembling the Right Cleaning Tools for the Job

8/24/2022
Sodexo Honored as Top Employer for Equity and Inclusion

8/24/2022
Triple S Adds Two New Members

8/24/2022
How to Keep Your Night Cleaning Crew Safe

PICKING UP THE PIECES August 2022
Why Less Carpeting Simplifies Cleaning Schedules

8/24/2022
CleanLink Merch Store Officially Opens

8/23/2022
ARM & HAMMER Partners with Dress for Success in 2022 Virtual Power Walk

8/23/2022
ABM Acquires RavenVolt

8/23/2022
Nominations Open for Education Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award

PICKING UP THE PIECES August 2022
Benefits, Cost Considerations for HEPA Vacuum Filters

8/23/2022
How Hard Water Negatively Impacts Cleaning

8/22/2022
BOMI Names New CEO

8/22/2022
Key Factors Behind Surge in Laundry Services Market

8/22/2022
5 Ways to Create Cleaner Environments While Returning Back to School

PICKING UP THE PIECES August 2022
Health Benefits of Proper Carpet Care as Facilities Reopen

8/22/2022
NACD Honors Coast Southwest with 2022 Responsible Distribution Excellence Award

8/19/2022
SC Johnson Product Plant Achieves 5th Straight Year of Zero Waste

8/19/2022
Highlands Announces Director of Strategic Accounts, Jan/San

8/19/2022
WHO Announces Renaming of Monkeypox Variants

8/19/2022
Why IAQ Should Be Prioritized in Schools

8/18/2022
ISSA Announces Alliance with CPAN to Support Nigerian Cleaning Industry

8/18/2022
Denver Custodians Slated For Hourly Wage Boost in 2023

8/18/2022
Cintas Canada Announces Best Restroom Winner

8/18/2022
ACME Paper Appoints New VP of Sales and Marketing

MANAGEMENT: THE 4 S'S OF CLEANING August 2022
4 Tips for Evaluating Cleaning Processes and Training Needs

8/17/2022
EVI Industries Acquires Laundry-Based Services Provider

8/17/2022
3 Misconceptions About Employee Coaching

8/17/2022
Thousands of Capri Sun Cases Recalled After Cleaning Solution Contamination

8/17/2022
BOMI International Names Business Development Manager

CLEANING SIMPLIFIED August 2022
School Shares Benefits of Streamlining Cleaning Processes

8/16/2022
Diversey, LG Electronics Announce Strategic Partnership

8/16/2022
Colorado Springs Gets Preliminary Approval on Revamped Cleaning Program

8/16/2022
CDC Updates COVID-19 Guidance

8/16/2022
Tennant Company Appoints New Board Member

BREAKING THE ICE August 2022
How Much Ice Melt Should You Apply?

FAST FACTS: ATP TESTING August 2022
What to Know About ATP Testing

8/15/2022
4 Steps for Handling Change as a Manager

8/15/2022
Ecolab Names Senior VP and Market Head for Southeast Asia

8/15/2022
Highlands Joins ISSA Hygieia Network

FROM THE EDITOR: HANDLING STAFFING STRUGGLES August 2022
Showing Appreciation for Staff Pays Dividends

8/12/2022
Advice on Cleaning and Disinfecting for Monkeypox

8/12/2022
What’s Next for the Disposable Masks Market?

8/12/2022
Cleaning-Themed Video Game a Top Seller

CONTINUING THE CLIMB August 2022
Cleaning Managers Discuss Staffing Struggles

8/12/2022
Oxi Fresh Announces Expansion Plans

8/11/2022
AFFLINK Names VP of Supply Chain Solutions

CONTINUING THE CLIMB August 2022
Cleaning Managers Address Purchasing Priorities

8/11/2022
Whitecap Waste Acquires Oak Hill Garbage Disposal

8/11/2022
Tips for Proper PPE Disposal

8/11/2022
School Custodians in Ohio Secure Pay Raise

8/10/2022
Monkeypox Declared a Public Health Emergency

8/10/2022
Tips for Veterans Transitioning to Franchise Ownership

8/10/2022
ACI Names Director of Regulatory Science

8/10/2022
Spartan Chemical Honors Vendor Representative of the Year

8/9/2022
Newmark Arranges Sale-Leaseback of AHF Products Industrial Portfolio

8/9/2022
Imperial Dade Announces 52nd Acquisition

8/9/2022
Key Factors Propelling the Smart Toilet Market

8/9/2022
Top 10 Germiest Hotspots in the Office

CONTINUING THE CLIMB August 2022
Outsourcing and Other Management Challenges

8/8/2022
Envoy Solutions Acquires South Carolina-Based Distributor

8/8/2022
BOMI International Announces New Designations

8/8/2022
Tips to Catch Mold Before it Spreads in Facilities

8/8/2022
Case Study: Self-Sanitizing Changing Stations Simplify Gameday Experience

CONTINUING THE CLIMB August 2022
Cleaning Management Survey Highlights Industry Trends

8/5/2022
Design Collective by Cintas Wins Three Awards

8/5/2022
Safetrust and Cobalt Robotics Expand Partnership

8/5/2022
Q&A: What We Need to Do Now About Inflation

STRATEGIC SELL: THE FACE OF UNCERTAINTY August 2022
Sales Strategies for Turbulent Times

8/5/2022
School Custodian Goes Viral for Remarkable Rendition of "Don't Stop Believin'"

8/4/2022
ABM Announces Expanded Partnership at O’Hare International Airport

8/4/2022
4 Hurdles That Limit Sustainability Efforts

8/4/2022
How Much Do Bottom-Half Accounts Hurt Bottom-Line Profits?

8/4/2022
Motion Appoints Senior Vice President

8/3/2022
Kimberly-Clark Names Chief Digital and Technology Officer

8/3/2022
Cintas Reveals the 2022 America’s Best Restroom Contest Finalists

8/3/2022
Predicting the Next 5 Years of UV Disinfection

8/3/2022
Evonik Divests U.S. Betaine Business

INTERNAL STRUGGLES June 2022
How In-House Teams Overcome Supply Chain Challenges

8/2/2022
Case Study: Hand Dryers Promote Sanitation on Aerospace Machine Shop Floor

8/2/2022
Recognizing Top BSC Leaders

8/2/2022
World Food Championships Announces Return of SC Johnson Professional’s “Clean Team” for 10th Anniversary 

8/2/2022
Diversey-TASKI, Gausium Announce Robotics Partnership

INTERNAL STRUGGLES June 2022
Staffing Struggles Plague Cleaning Teams

8/1/2022
ABM Announces Energy Contracting Program for Virginia-Based School District

8/1/2022
Excel Dryer Names New Director of Marketing

8/1/2022
How Has the Supply Chain Affected Sustainability Efforts?

INTERNAL STRUGGLES June 2022
Facility Managers Outline Cleaning Challenges

8/1/2022
Top 10 CleanLink News Stories from July

7/29/2022
The Impact of Cleaning on the Healthcare Facilities Management Market

7/29/2022
Cintas Recognized for Environmental Efforts

7/29/2022
Final Weekend to Apply for 2022 BSCAI CLEAN Awards

7/29/2022
Survey: Do College Students Make the Grade on Cleaning?

IN THE FIELD: CARPET CARE June 2022
How to Add Encapsulation to Carpet Care Programs

7/28/2022
Sodexo Makes $20,000 Donation to Food Bank in Indiana

7/28/2022
An Unconventional Way to Boost Staff Morale

7/28/2022
WorkWave Announces Significant Q2 Growth

7/28/2022
Amazon Makes Push for Office Supply Market

IN THE FIELD: CARPET CARE June 2022
Tips to Incorporating Encapsulation Cleaning

7/27/2022
Georgia Pacific Makes Big Investment in Pennsylvania Manufacturing Plant

BEST PRACTICES FOR CLEANING AND DISINFECTING June 2022
Chemical Breakdown: Differences Between Cleaning and Disinfecting

7/27/2022
4M Names Director of Business Development

7/27/2022
Grand Prize Winner Announced In Tennant Custodians Are Key Contest

7/26/2022
Excel Dryer Names New Business Development Manager

7/26/2022
ACI Shares Cleaning Product Package Recycling Guide

7/26/2022
AHF Products to Purchase Certain Assets of Armstrong Flooring

7/26/2022
How Facilities Can Celebrate World Water Week

FAST FACTS: ATP TESTING June 2022
What to Know About ATP Testing

7/25/2022
Greybull Stewardship Acquires GreenEarth Cleaning

7/25/2022
Case Study: Re-Deploying Staff Labor Through Robotic Floor Machines

7/25/2022
ISSA Charities Awards 2022-2023 Scholarships

FROM THE EDITOR: GROWTH FROM NETWORKING ABROAD June 2022
Advantages of Networking With BSCs

7/22/2022
Ecore Commercial Names New President

7/22/2022
How COVID-19 Impacts the Surface Disinfectant Wipes Market

7/22/2022
Oxi Fresh Named a Top Low-Cost Franchise

7/22/2022
5 Tips to Prevent Burnout at Work

7/21/2022
Bee Line Support Honored Through American Best in Business Awards

7/21/2022
Cleaning Community Mourns Longtime Industry Figure

7/21/2022
Tips for Using Citric Acid Cleaning Solutions

7/21/2022
Healthcare Facilities Symposium and Expo Slated For September

POST-PANDEMIC FACILITY HYGIENE STANDARDS June 2022
Prioritize Frontline Training, Avoid Hygiene Theater

7/20/2022
Clean Team Makes Two Acquisitions Expanding to New States

7/20/2022
School Custodian Boosts Athletic Program Through Scrap Metal Fundraiser

7/20/2022
Sofidel Celebrates 10 Years in the U.S.

7/20/2022
ACI to Host Webinar on CDC’s 'Clean Hands and Spaces' Resource

POST-PANDEMIC FACILITY HYGIENE STANDARDS June 2022
How Facility Infection Control Practices Have Shifted

7/19/2022
HazTek Adds New Executive Consultant

FREETIME: TRAGEDY SPARKS A LIFETIME OF GIVING BACK June 2022
Triple S Director an Integral Volunteer at New Orleans Children's Hospital

7/19/2022
ABM Named One of ‘50 Best Companies to Sell for’ in 2022

7/19/2022
5 New Tips on Using ATP Monitors

7/19/2022
Heat Illness Prevention Tips for Peak Summer Months

7/18/2022
Imperial Dade to Host Innovations Expo in New Jersey

7/18/2022
4 Facility Tips to Help Retain Employees and Boost Morale

7/18/2022
Goodway Technologies Appoints VP of Sales

BE AN ELITE BSC June 2022
3 Ingredients of Cleaning Company Success

7/15/2022
University of Illinois Chicago Implements Cleancode to Validate Facility Cleaning

7/15/2022
Experts Emphasize Summer Cleaning Amid COVID-19 Variants

7/15/2022
Spartan Announces Additional Regional Manager

7/14/2022
ABCO Shares Plastic Waste Reduction Tips

7/14/2022
ISSA Hygieia Network Opens Registration for Women's Leadership Conference

7/14/2022
ACI Names Senior Manager of Public Health

June 2022
How Inflation Affects Private Labeling

7/14/2022
7 Things We Need to Know about Recessions

7/13/2022
Performance Plus Hires VP of Process Improvement

7/13/2022
GBAC, Allergy Standards Limited Announce IAQ Partnership

7/13/2022
How to Avoid Ageism in the Hiring Process

7/13/2022
South Carolina School Custodians Secure Hourly Wage Boost

MORE THAN A LABEL June 2022
Private Label Experts Talk Benefits, Supply Chain Challenges

7/12/2022
Spartan Appoints New Regional Manager

7/12/2022
Projecting the Future of the Hand Sanitizer Market

7/12/2022
Department of Health Announces Expansion of Monkeypox Vaccines

7/11/2022
BradyIFS Acquires Hill & Markes, Inc.

7/11/2022
4 Tips For Speeding Up the Hiring Process

7/11/2022
Waste Eliminator Acquires Gainesville Waste & Recycling

7/8/2022
Nominations Open for IICRC 2022 People’s Choice Award

7/8/2022
Signal Restoration Names Executive VP of Business Development

7/8/2022
Highlands Announces Director of Strategy & Analytics

7/8/2022
How Do Facility Managers Feel About Post-Pandemic Crime?

7/8/2022
State of the Cleaning Industry: Where We Stand

7/8/2022
State of the Cleaning Industry: 2022

LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL June 2022
2022 BSC Market Report Shows Promising Industry Trends

7/7/2022
Pioneer Expands Leadership Team

SELLING THE TRUE COST OF SOAP June 2022
Foam vs. Bulk Soap: Cost Considerations

7/7/2022
DOL Announces $50 Million in Training Grants for Previously Incarcerated Workers

7/7/2022
Retired Custodian’s Mustache-Themed Send-Off Goes Viral

7/7/2022
Zurn Water Solutions, Elkay Manufacturing Merge

7/6/2022
OSHA Seeking Expertise in Revisions to Lead Exposure Standards

SELLING THE TRUE COST OF SOAP June 2022
Factors to Consider When Making Hand Hygiene Decisions

7/6/2022
ACI Urges Congress to Modernize American Recycling System

7/6/2022
Global Tissue Market: Projecting The Next 5 Years

7/6/2022
Airco Service, WellAir Partner to Improve IAQ

7/5/2022
GOJO, Clorox Announce Involvement in Responsible Flushing Alliance

7/5/2022
Survey: How Do Americans Feel About Water Security?

7/5/2022
Yaamava’ Resort & Casino Achieves GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation

7/5/2022
Simon Institute Symposium Returning for First Time Since Pandemic

EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE June 2022
Exterior Care Makes Interior Cleaning Easier

7/1/2022
JAN-PRO Opens Huntsville, Alabama Location

7/1/2022
DOL To Emphasize Equity for National Disability Employment Awareness Month

7/1/2022
Top 10 CleanLink Stories From June 2022

7/1/2022
ASHRAE Welcomes 2022-23 President, Officers and Directors

EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE June 2022
5 Ways Cleaning Can Make a Strong Impression

6/30/2022
Gausium Celebrates Design Award Win

6/30/2022
New York Hand Sanitizer Overproduction Leads to Logistical Nightmare

6/30/2022
5 Tips for Boosting Employee Retention

6/30/2022
ABM Announces Energy Performance Contracting Program in Pennsylvania

ARE YOU READY FOR WELL? June 2022
WELL Certification Emphasizes Facility Reopening

FROM THE EDITOR: HOW TO DO MORE WITH LESS June 2022
Autonomous Machines Make an Impression

6/29/2022
Key Factors Behind the Booming Facility Management Market

6/29/2022
8 Must-Haves For Frontline Worker Safety

6/29/2022
Green Seal Prohibits All PFAS in Cleaning Products

6/29/2022
Aquapak Announces New Advisory Board

ARE YOU READY FOR WELL? June 2022
How WELL Certification Boosts Facility Safety, Morale

6/28/2022
PuroClean President, COO Gets 5-Year Extension

6/28/2022
Study: Ward Designs Can Reduce HAI Rates in Healthcare Facilities

6/28/2022
Why Promoting Safer Chemical Use is so Important

6/28/2022
Tranzonic Hires VP of Supply Chain

INSPECTING WHAT YOU EXPECT June 2022
Creating Cleaning Routines that Stick

MANAGEMENT: THE MORE YOU KNOW June 2022
The Perils of Hoarding Knowledge in Cleaning Operations

STRATEGIC SELL: HOW MUCH IS YOUR SALES FORCE COSTING YOU? June 2022
The Real Cost of Average or Weak Salespeople

6/27/2022
Imperial Dade Acquires Connecticut-Based Distributor

6/27/2022
Dancing Fundraiser Ensures Custodian Keeps Beloved Job

6/27/2022
Chemical Mixup Leads to Children Drinking Floor Sealant at Summer Care Program

6/27/2022
Office Pride Opens Franchise in Central California

INSPECTING WHAT YOU EXPECT June 2022
Adjusting, Communicating Cleaning Programs to Fit Facility Needs

6/24/2022
ISS Announces CEO of Americas Region

6/24/2022
Over $11 Million Worth of OSHA Training Grants Available

6/24/2022
ISSA Hygieia Announces Newcomers, Departures from Council

FROM THE EDITOR: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE ON CLEANING June 2022
Top Takeaways from Attending Interclean Amsterdam

6/23/2022
JAN-PRO Cleaning & Disinfecting Expands into Central Alabama

6/23/2022
EPA Issues Warnings on 'Forever Chemicals' in Drinking Water

6/23/2022
$22 Hourly Minimum Wage Proposed in Austin

6/23/2022
Cleaning Coalition of America Hosts Roundtable on Pandemic Lessons

6/22/2022
A Blueprint to Improving Indoor Air Quality

6/22/2022
Essity, UNICEF in Mexico Extend Hygiene Partnership

6/22/2022
Report: Toilet Care Market Slated for Significant Growth

6/22/2022
Case Study: Improving Laundry Operations With IoT

FLOOR EQUIPMENT June 2022
Mops that Minimize Cross-Contamination

6/21/2022
Imperial Dade Opens New Logistics Hub in Alabama

6/21/2022
ACI CEO Comments on Packaging, Chemical Issues For Months Ahead

FLOOR EQUIPMENT June 2022
Choosing the Mop to Meet Your Needs

6/21/2022
IAEE, GBAC Expand Partnership With Disease Awareness Education

6/21/2022
Alert Custodian Discovers, Safely Confines Cougar in Empty Classroom

6/20/2022
Aquapak Sponsors GB Row To Highlight Harmful Marine Effects of Microplastics

6/20/2022
Hiring Study: Employees Prefer Higher Pay Over Paid Time Off

6/20/2022
City Maintenance Supply Acquires Florida-Based Distributor

6/20/2022
UMF Announces Winner of National Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award

6/17/2022
ACME Makes Significant Donation to Maryland Food Bank

6/17/2022
ACI Launches New Ingredient Communication Tool

6/17/2022
Nominations Open for Top EVS Technician Contest

6/17/2022
USGBC Reaches 23 Million Square Feet of LEED Certified Net Zero Space

6/16/2022
PuroClean Hosts Annual International Convention to Celebrate Company Growth

6/16/2022
Aramark Commits to Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions

6/16/2022
Supply Chain Crisis: What Cleaning Professionals Need to Know

6/16/2022
Survey: Americans Demand Visibly Clean Businesses

6/15/2022
Hill & Markes Honored For Diversity Efforts

6/15/2022
Study: Inconvenience Sparks Low Hand Hygiene Compliance in Healthcare

6/15/2022
How Sustainability Has Evolved as a Business Strategy

6/15/2022
Heat Illness Prevention Resources for Frontline Custodians

LEADERSHIP April 2022
Tips to Leading Millennials in the Cleaning Industry

6/14/2022
Anago Cleaning Systems Expands in Nebraska

6/14/2022
Kaivac Awarded U.S. Patent for Hard Surface Floor Cleaning

June 2022
Employee Turnover: Early Warning Signs

6/14/2022
Survey: Employees Expect Green-Friendly Offices

6/14/2022
Grease and Degreasers: What You Need to Know

6/13/2022
Top 5 OSHA Safety Violations From 2021

6/13/2022
Connexions Hosts Successful 2022 Collaborative Meeting

6/13/2022
Minimum Wage Increases Announced for Chicago, Cook County

6/13/2022
IOPFDA Reveals 2022 Scholarship Recipients

BSCAI NEWS April 2022
What BSCs Need to Know About Data Protection and Privacy

6/10/2022
How Do People Feel About a 4-Day Workweek?

6/10/2022
Commercial Cleaning Corporation Adds HR Director

6/10/2022
Key Features, Capabilities of Robotic Vacuum Cleaners

6/10/2022
Hill & Markes Joins Over 2,000 CEOs in Diversity Advancement Initiative

SHARING STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS April 2022
Tackle Recruiting and Retention Challenges Head-On

6/9/2022
PuroClean CFO Honored For South Florida Business Growth

6/9/2022
Industrial Scientific Names Managing Director

6/9/2022
Polls Open For 2022 Canada’s Best Restroom Contest

6/9/2022
Are Risk Assessments and Risk Mitigation the Same?

SHARING STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS April 2022
Successful BSC Shares Cleaning Business Tips

6/8/2022
Imperial Dade Acquires Alabama-Based Distributor

6/8/2022
Houston Contract Custodians Secure Two-Year Agreement, Avoid Strike

6/8/2022
Video Interview Tips to Help Secure Remote Employees

INFECTION CONTROL June 2022
5 Stages of Pandemic Preparedness

6/8/2022
ACI Urges White House to Incentivize Innovations in Sustainable Chemistry

BUILDING A FOUNDATION April 2022
BSC Lays a Foundation for Long-Term Success

6/7/2022
BradyIFS Acquires Northeastern Distributor

6/7/2022
What Managers, Distributors Should Know About the “Buy Clean” Task Force

6/7/2022
LA Transit Budget Expansion to Expand Cleaning Staff Capabilities

6/7/2022
Office Pride Franchise Opens in South Florida

BUILDING A FOUNDATION April 2022
How BSC's Can Build Trust in Cleaning Workers and Clients

6/6/2022
USGBC Announces Leadership Award Recipients

6/6/2022
Report: Demand Rising for Environmentally-Friendly Disinfectants

6/6/2022
5 Must-Read Books for Cleaning Managers

6/6/2022
Remembering Max Chudy Jr., Second Generation of Chudy Paper

6/6/2022
State of the Cleaning Industry
Taking a closer look at where things stand as the cleaning industry starts to assess lessons learned during the pandemic, and looking to the future.

6/3/2022
Marsden Services Acquires Signature Mechanical

6/3/2022
Survey: Employee Engagement Emphasis Boosts Office Space Investment

6/3/2022
Nominations Now Open for ISSA Hygieia Network Awards

6/3/2022
NY Federal Index Indicates Worsened Supply Chain Stress in April

ROUNDTABLE: BUYING IN April 2022
Buying Groups Improve Product Lines, Supply Chain Partnerships

6/2/2022
Spartan Regional Manager Named Sanico Rep Choice of the Year

6/2/2022
Survey: Do Consumers Value Sustainability-Based Products?

6/2/2022
Site Crew Joins The NSA

6/2/2022
DOL Listening Session Available For Possible Overtime Regulation Changes

ROUNDTABLE: BUYING IN April 2022
What Distributors Can Gain From Buying Group Memberships

BUILDING YOUR DIGITAL PRESENCE April 2022
Tips Distributors Can Use to Drive Website Traffic

6/1/2022
Top 10 CleanLink News Stories From May

6/1/2022
National Guest Room Attendant Excellence Award Winner Announced

6/1/2022
DriSteem Hires Director of Operations

6/1/2022
Kimberly Clark Honored For Decarbonization Efforts

BUSINESS TRENDS April 2022
State of the Cleaning Industry

5/31/2022
What Gen Z, Millennials Look For in a Company

5/31/2022
WELL Building Institute, ISSA Launch Coalition for Workplace Safety

5/31/2022
Canberra Corp. Adds Customer Service Support Specialist

5/31/2022
York Building Services Joins NSA

STRENGTHENING YOUR DIGITAL PRESENCE April 2022
How To Optimize SEO, Website Design

5/27/2022
Five Must-Haves for a Sustainable Cleaning Program

5/27/2022
What are the Germiest Hotspots in Planes and Hotels?

5/27/2022
Eyeing Expansion, Harvard Maintenance Revamps Leadership Staff

5/27/2022
Clorox Company Adds to Board of Directors

WHAT CAN BE DONE TO MAKE FLOORS SAFER? April 2022
Understanding Floor Coefficient Of Friction Standards

WHAT CAN BE DONE TO MAKE FLOORS SAFER? April 2022
Products To Measure Slip Resistance, Traction

5/26/2022
American Cleaning Institute Toolkit Teaches Facility Safety

5/26/2022
Mid-Year Trends in Facility Security

5/26/2022
Highlands Partners With Rust-Oleum

5/26/2022
United Maintenance Corporation Joins NSA

5/25/2022
CASE STUDY: CleanSweep Group Rolls Out UV-C Disinfection Service

5/25/2022
Green Janitor Education Programs Earn Praise From California Governor

5/25/2022
Survey Highlights Financial Importance Of In-Person Working

5/25/2022
Aramsco Acquires Indiana-Based Distributor

WHAT CAN BE DONE TO MAKE FLOORS SAFER? April 2022
Keep Floors Safe by Measuring Slip Resistance

5/24/2022
Pest Management Tips for Ticks, Termites and More

5/24/2022
ACI Urges Congress To Fund EPA Chemical Safety Office

5/24/2022
Gausium Wins Interclean Amsterdam Innovation Award 2022

5/24/2022
Tolco Announces New Representation

IN THE FIELD: INFECTION CONTROL April 2022
The Greening of Disinfectants in Infection Prevention Programs

IN THE FIELD: INFECTION CONTROL April 2022
Green Cleaning Initiatives That Battle Infection Control
Complementary Cleaning Strategies

5/23/2022
Tips and Tools for Preventing Heat Illness

5/23/2022
Demand Rising for Robotic Vacuum Cleaners in Facilities

5/23/2022
Spartan Chemical Names Fresno Regional Manager

5/23/2022
PuroClean Announces 2 Promotions

5/20/2022
Interclean Amsterdam Celebrates Successful 4-Day Event

5/20/2022
EPA Modernizes DfE Logo for Disinfectant, Antimicrobial Products

5/20/2022
Gaussian Robotics Changes Brand Name to “Gausium”

5/20/2022
CCS Facility Services Joins NSA

TIPS TO COMBAT CANDIDA AURIS IN HEALTHCARE April 2022
Candida auris Disinfection Best Practices

5/19/2022
A Quick Refresher On Disinfectant Usage

5/19/2022
Imperial Dade Announces 49th Acquisition

5/19/2022
GBAC to Host National Restaurant Association Show

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE April 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors ESFM Custodian Jean Marc LeClair

5/19/2022
Janitorial Experience vs. Training New Hires: Who Performs Better?

BSCAI NEWS April 2022
Hiring From Within to Combat the Great Resignation

5/18/2022
2022 Cintas Custodian of The Year Crowned

5/18/2022
Hawaii Passes Legislation For Significant Minimum Wage Raise

5/18/2022
Triple S Hosts Executive Development Program

5/18/2022
Dura-Shine Clean Joins NSA

5/17/2022
Report: U.S. Wipes Market Set For Steady 5-Year Rise

5/17/2022
Oxi Fresh, Water.org Announce Charitable Partnership

5/17/2022
Kimberly Clark, GBAC Announce Scholarship Program For Infectious Disease Training

ALL CHARGED UP April 2022
How Proper Training Extends Battery Life

ALL CHARGED UP April 2022
How To Source Batteries Amid Supply Chain Challenges

5/16/2022
Health Concerns, Insurance Costs Among Key Drivers Of Great Resignation

5/16/2022
Remembering George Notarianni

5/16/2022
Pilot Chemical Announces 2 Sustainability-Centric Hires

5/13/2022
How Handwashing Habits Differ By Gender

5/13/2022
Five Ways Distributors Can Turn New Customers into Steady Customers

5/13/2022
Spartan Promotes Additional Regional Manager

5/13/2022
Delta-Q Ships Secures Grant to Continue EV Development

PANDEMIC LESSONS LEARNED April 2022
Process Changes and Communication Updates Stemming From the Pandemic

5/12/2022
The Budd Group Introduces Air Quality Program

5/12/2022
Winners Announced For Amsterdam Innovation Awards 2022

5/12/2022
Survey: What Do Americans Think About Climate Change?

5/12/2022
ACI Names Director Of Legal Affairs

PANDEMIC LESSONS LEARNED April 2022
Top Cleaning Challenges in Educational Facilities

April 2022
Vacuum Maintenance Necessary for Daytime Cleaning Strategies

5/11/2022
Tips to Growing a Client Base Through Referrals

5/11/2022
Cleaning For A Reason, Cora Technologies Form Strategic Partnership

5/11/2022
ASHRAE Provides Additional Findings To IAQ In Schools Report

5/10/2022
Winner Of Happy Hands Dispenser Design Contest Announced

5/10/2022
Clean Team Opens Grand Rapids Office

5/10/2022
Motion Industries Names Supplier Of The Year

5/10/2022
Which Workplaces Experience The Most Injuries?

IN THE FIELD: CARPET CARE April 2022
Indoor Air Quality Factors to Consider When Choosing Vacuums

IN THE FIELD: CARPET CARE April 2022
Best Vacuum Types for Daytime Cleaning
Vacuum Selection Minimizes Daytime Cleaning Disruptions

5/9/2022
How The Pandemic Has Elevated Commercial Cleaning

5/9/2022
Imperial Dade Acquires Detroit-Based Distributor

5/9/2022
Spartan Chemical Announces Regional Manager Promotion

5/9/2022
Report Outlines Cost Analysis Of Chemical Disinfection

5/6/2022
10 Attractions To Seek Out At Interclean Amsterdam 2022

5/6/2022
Apple Cleaning Supplies Founder Steps Down After 45 Years

5/6/2022
Triple S Announces New Member-Dealer In Ohio

5/6/2022
6 Tips to Solve Janitorial Payroll Workflow Problems

FREETIME: EILEEN THE ARTIST April 2022
Distributor's Freedom To Explore Helps Unlock Creativity

CLEANING REMAINS A TOP PRIORITY April 2022
Improving Hand Hygiene as Facilities Reopen

5/5/2022
Custodians Protest For Improved Wages, Labor Conditions

5/5/2022
IoT Interest Set To Skyrocket Over Next Decade

5/5/2022
Cleaning Coalition of America Welcomes 4 New Partners

5/5/2022
Oxi Fresh Eyes Rhode Island Expansion

BE AN ELITE BSC April 2022
4 Qualities of Rapid-Growth Owners

5/4/2022
Can You Still Apply For The Employee Retention Tax Credit?

5/4/2022
Anti-Fatigue Mats Market Slated For Steady Rise

5/4/2022
Imperial Dade Acquires Major Canadian Distributor

5/4/2022
ACI Appoints Member To Industry Trade Advisory Committee On Chemicals

CLEANING REMAINS A TOP PRIORITY April 2022
Tools That Help Ensure Cleaning Compliance

CLEANING REMAINS A TOP PRIORITY April 2022
Targeting Hygiene in Cleaning Practices

5/3/2022
Top 10 CleanLink News Stories From April 2022

5/3/2022
5 Surprising Strategies For Recruiting Workers

5/3/2022
Waterless Co. Announces New Tagline

5/3/2022
New Member Joins NSA

5/2/2022
Adenovirus, Hepatitis Cases Spark Nationwide CDC Health Alert

5/2/2022
USGBC Names New Chief Operating Officer

5/2/2022
NAW Announcers New Member To Board Of Directors

5/2/2022
10 Floor Scrubber Maintenance Tips for Longer Lasting Machines

FROM THE EDITOR: AVOIDING THE BLAME GAME April 2022
BSCs Manage Turnover With Strong Leadership

4/29/2022
Hand Hygiene Tips That Prioritize Health

4/29/2022
Proposal Announced To Revoke Approval Of Arizona’s State OSHA Plan

4/29/2022
GP PRO Partners With Software Provider

4/29/2022
ISSA Announces Alliance To Support Colombian Cleaning Industry

POST-PANDEMIC RESTROOM CLEANING April 2022
Touchless Restroom Fixtures Meet Occupant Preferences

POST-PANDEMIC RESTROOM CLEANING April 2022
Tips And Tricks For Efficient Restroom Cleaning

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE April 2022
Faces Of The Frontline Honors Earline Tongue

4/28/2022
Sodexo Stops Operations In Russia

4/28/2022
WorkWave Announces 195% Revenue Growth

4/28/2022
How Healthcare Facilities Can Promote World Hand Hygiene Day

4/28/2022
DOL Launches Program For Workforce Diversity, Ensured Wages

4/27/2022
FDA Authorizes COVID-19 Breathalyzer Tests

4/27/2022
Network Distribution Names Supplier Of The Year

4/27/2022
Environmental Impact Report Released Following Earth Day

4/27/2022
Atlanta Airport Custodians Earn Long-Awaited Hourly Raise

4/26/2022
Major EVS Company Acquires Legion Building Services

4/26/2022
BRAVO! Hires Solutions Development Manager

4/26/2022
How Crime Impacts Job Opportunities And Wages

GREEN CLEANING April 2022
Why Green Chemicals Are Important to Cleaning Businesses

4/26/2022
Facility Spring Cleaning: Where Should You Start?

4/25/2022
Sunbelt Rentals Places Order For 700 Ford F-150 Lightning Trucks

4/25/2022
Why Texting Surpasses Email For Customer Communication

4/25/2022
How Facility Maintenance Helps With Cleaning Tasks

4/25/2022
Hill & Markes Hosting Vendor Showcase

FROM THE EDITOR April 2022
Communication is Key to Sales Success for Jan/San Distributors

4/22/2022
7 Sustainability Terms To Know For Earth Day

4/22/2022
Why ABM Supports The 'Clean Air In Buildings Challenge'

4/22/2022
Highlights From TEAM Software's Annual Client Event

GETTING THE GREEN LIGHT April 2022
Initial Steps For Launching A Sustainability Program

GETTING THE GREEN LIGHT April 2022
What Should a Sustainability Program Target?

4/21/2022
What Quality Employees Look For In A Company

4/21/2022
CDC Launches Center For Forecasting And Outbreak Analytics

4/21/2022
Hospeco Names Plant Manager Of Commercial Chemical Operation

STRATEGIC SELL April 2022
How To Use The Sales Transformation Model

4/20/2022
OSHA Launches National Program To Prevent Heat Illness

4/20/2022
AFFLINK Hires Senior VP Of Business Development

4/20/2022
BRAVO! Names Regional VP Of Operations

GETTING THE GREEN LIGHT April 2022
How To Launch A Sustainability Program

4/19/2022
OSHA Launches Enforcement Program Against Failures To Submit Injury, Illness Data

4/19/2022
Report: Surface Disinfectants Market Set For Steady Rise

4/19/2022
Green Seal Recruiting Advisors For Sustainable Packaging Program

4/19/2022
Environmental Building Services Joins NSA

LEADERSHIP April 2022
Strong Leadership Requires Early Adopters

EDITORIAL – STOP THE SPINNING April 2022
Facility Cleaning Managers Face Hurdles Head On

4/18/2022
Nominations Open For 2022 America’s Best Restroom Contest

4/18/2022
Survey: Facility Health Measures Still Prioritized Among American Workforce

4/18/2022
GP PRO, APIC Announce Strategic Partnership

4/18/2022
Highlands Appoints Business Development Manager

April 2022
Business Management Software for BSCs

April 2022
Increase Results & Gain a Competitive Edge with JM

April 2022
Surface Imaging and Quality Management Software

April 2022
A Full-Circle Approach to Cleaning Software

4/14/2022
10 Facility Pest Management Tips For Peak Season

4/14/2022
Which Cities Face The Biggest Water Shortages?

4/14/2022
UNX Hires Additional Territory Manager

4/14/2022
SoftBank Robotics Partners With ISC

REFINE HOW TO COMMUNICATE CLEAN April 2022
Three Ways to Communicate Cleaning’s Impact

4/13/2022
3 More Days To Vote For Cintas Custodian Of The Year

4/13/2022
What Is The True Cost Of Work-Related Stress?

4/13/2022
Major Children's Hospital Adopts Innovative Disinfection System

4/13/2022
Office Pride Franchise In Franklin Under New Ownership

4/12/2022
8 Tips For Protecting Night Shift Custodians

4/12/2022
IICRC Receives American National Standards Institute Reaccreditation

4/12/2022
ABM Acquires Momentum Support

4/12/2022
NADCA Honors 2021 Safety Award Winners

4/11/2022
Haztek Announces Fall Safety Solutions Division

4/11/2022
Aramsco Acquires Northeastern-Based Distributor

4/11/2022
ISS Appoints Global Head Of Marketing

4/8/2022
Sanitary Maintenance Names 2022 Distributor Choice Award Winners

4/8/2022
4 Benefits Of Improving Indoor Air Quality

4/8/2022
Office Pride Honored As a Top Low-Cost Franchise

4/8/2022
Pilot Chemical, Integrity Bio-Chemicals Announce Marketing Agreement

4/7/2022
How Do Pathogens Travel Across Facilities?

4/7/2022
Study: Workforce Drug Test Positivity Rate Highest In 2 Decades

4/7/2022
KBS Acquires Kimco Facility Services

4/7/2022
IICRC Opens Nominations For Board Of Directors

4/6/2022
Nominations Open For Cintas Canada’s Best Restroom Contest

4/6/2022
NACD Comments On Passage Of Ocean Shipping Reform Act

4/6/2022
Pro-Link Hires New CEO

4/6/2022
Highlands, Mattress Safe Announce Partnership

4/5/2022
7 Reasons To Attend Interclean Amsterdam 2022

4/5/2022
Big Rapids Janitorial Staff Honored By School Board

4/5/2022
ABM Joins International WELL Building Institute

4/5/2022
ACS Hires Avision To Represent Cleaning Products Group

4/4/2022
Report: American Workforce Eager For Business Travel

4/4/2022
How Sustainability Programs Boost Operational Efficiency

4/4/2022
Heritage Building Maintenance Joins NSA

4/1/2022
BSC Shares 3 Cleaning Tips in Honor of National Cleaning Week

4/1/2022
Top 10 CleanLink Stories From March

4/1/2022
Report Outlines Growth Of Global Janitorial Cart Market Though 2028

4/1/2022
JAN-PRO Expands Into Phoenix

4/1/2022
GBAC Joins Global Health Security Agenda Consortium

SOFTWARE THAT SUPPORTS SALES February 2022
How ERP and CRM Software Benefits Jan/San Distribution

SOFTWARE THAT SUPPORTS SALES February 2022
Software That Boosts Sales and Manages Inventory

SOFTWARE THAT SUPPORTS SALES February 2022
Pricing, Productivity and Future Benefits of ERP Software

3/31/2022
Teacher Accidentally Served Cleaning Solution From Casino Beer Tap

3/31/2022
Report: North America Accounts for a Third of Cleaning Chemical Market Growth

3/31/2022
LYNX Franchising Names New CEO

3/31/2022
3 Reasons BSCs Are Excited About the Executive Management Conference

3/30/2022
Five Essential Tips for Spring Cleaning Facilities

3/30/2022
Contract Cleaning Services Remains A Booming Market

3/30/2022
BioSafe Distributors Acquires Sanzonate Europe

3/30/2022
Ultra Shine Joins NSA

3/29/2022
How Environmentally-Friendly Cleaning Benefits Facilities

3/29/2022
The Importance Of National Cleaning Week

3/29/2022
Envoy Solutions Acquires Northeastern Distributor

3/29/2022
Rock Stars of Cleaning Virtual Conference Slated For April

3/28/2022
How Pandemic Relief Boosts Custodial Departments

3/28/2022
Starbucks Customer Accidentally Served Cleaning Solution Emphasizes Chemical Safety

3/28/2022
JAN-PRO Celebrates Frontline Workers During National Cleaning Week

3/28/2022
IICRC Joins Professional Certification Coalition

3/25/2022
Orkin's 2022 Termite Cities List Features New Frontrunner

3/25/2022
UNX Hires New Territory Manager

3/24/2022
Steve Ashkin To Discuss Hygiene Theater At Cleaning For Confidence Summit

3/24/2022
Medline Named Primary Vendor For Reliant Care

3/24/2022
Ada S. McKinley Community Services Janitorial Program Wins Cleaning Industry Certification

PROFILE IN LEADERSHIP April 2022
4 Keys to Establishing Company Culture

3/23/2022
Finalists Announced In Cintas 2022 Custodian Of The Year Contest

3/23/2022
Green Seal Comments On Biden’s 'Clean Air In Buildings Challenge'

3/23/2022
Clean Team Opens New Location

3/23/2022
Diversey Names Chairman For Board Of Directors

THE IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY PROGRAMS FOR BSCS February 2022
6 Steps To Ensure Employee Safety

THE IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY PROGRAMS FOR BSCS February 2022
How To Market Your Safety Program To Employees

3/22/2022
SEO Tips For Cleaning Professionals

3/22/2022
Healthcare Cleaning Forum Available At Interclean Amsterdam

3/22/2022
Imperial Dade Acquires Veritiv Canada

3/22/2022
Oxi Fresh Plans Expansion In Oregon

3/21/2022
Invasion Of Ukraine Puts Sustainability Initiatives Under Threat

3/21/2022
Nominations Open For UMF National Guest Room Attendant Excellence Award

3/21/2022
Golden Star Acquires Premier Mop And Broom

MATTING MATTERS February 2022
Steps To Simplify Mat Selection

MATTING MATTERS February 2022
Matting Based On Facility Type, Foot Traffic

MATTING MATTERS February 2022
Should You Rent Or Buy Mats?

MATTING MATTERS February 2022
Customized Matting Boosts Facility Branding

DOOBIN TAKES THE LEAD February 2022
BSCAI President Talks Membership Benefits, Pandemic Challenges

SUPPLY CHAIN TO BE TANGLED ALL YEAR February 2022
Supply Chain To Be Tangled All Year

3/18/2022
9 BSC Benefits Of 'Teach-And-Do' Distributor Training

3/18/2022
Tips For Greening Restrooms Ahead Of International Day Of Forests 

3/18/2022
PDI, Nice-Pak Announce Wipes Donation Via Good360 Partnership

3/17/2022
Interclean Amsterdam Hosts Global Cleaning Event

3/17/2022
No-Water Urinal Market Expected To Grow Over Next Decade

3/17/2022
Office Pride Announces Multiple Partnerships

3/17/2022
Diamond Chemical Adds New Sales Representative

DOOBIN TAKES THE LEAD February 2022
BSCAI President Nathalie Doobin Shares 2022 Plans

3/16/2022
School Custodian Living Comedic Dream As Viral Internet Sensation

3/16/2022
5 Public Restroom Trends For 2022

3/16/2022
ACME Paper & Supply Co. Makes Donation to Support Ukraine

3/16/2022
ActivePure Medical Announces Purchasing Agreement With Premier, Inc.

3/15/2022
How Russia's Invasion Of Ukraine Impacts The Cleaning Industry

3/15/2022
OSHA COVID-19 Prevention Initiative Increases Healthcare Facility Inspections

3/15/2022
ACI Welcomes New Member Companies

3/15/2022
Diamond Chemical Names National Technical Service Manager

ROADMAP TO HIRING February 2022
New Methods To Simplify Job Applications

ROADMAP TO HIRING February 2022
How To Hire A Diverse Staff

BE AN ELITE BSC February 2022
3 Steps For Improving Workload Management

ROADMAP TO HIRING February 2022
Hiring Tips During The Great Resignation

3/14/2022
9 Benefits Of Facility Risk Assessments

3/14/2022
How Cleaning Companies Can Best Utilize Business Forecasts

3/14/2022
ISSA Hygieia Network Launches Online Community For Canada

3/14/2022
Interstate Building Maintenance Joins NSA

3/11/2022
ACI CEO Elected To NAM Board Of Directors

3/11/2022
PURTEQ Names VP Of Sales

3/11/2022
5 Common Signs Of Facility Termite Infestation

3/11/2022
Strategies To Hire, Retain More Custodians

EATING CLEAN February 2022
Preventing Infections in Foodservice Areas

EATING CLEAN February 2022
Tips for Infection Prevention Success

EATING CLEAN February 2022
Chemical Recommendations for Foodservice Areas

EATING CLEAN February 2022
Distributors Benefit From Offering Foodservice Consumables

2021 BSCAI CLEAN AWARD WINNERS February 2022
2021 BSCAI CLEAN Award Winners Recognized

3/10/2022
OSHA Program Aims To Protect Hearing Loss In Workers

3/10/2022
Ashburn Chemical Technologies Donates To Christian Community Service Center

3/10/2022
Louisville & Lexington Office Pride Owner Named IFA Franchisee of the Year

3/9/2022
Toilet Seat Market Set For Big Rise

3/9/2022
Network Appoints Chief Human Resources Officer

3/9/2022
Diamond Chemical Adds Area Manager

3/9/2022
Nominees Announced For Interclean’s Amsterdam Innovation Award 2022

FREETIME: MOUNTAIN AIR AND HUT HOSPITALITY February 2022
Pro-Link Exec Shares His Love Of The Outdoors

LENDING A HAND WITH DISPENSERS February 2022
How To Promote Hand Sanitizer Usage

LENDING A HAND WITH DISPENSERS February 2022
Distributor Guidance Key To Hand Sanitizer Programs

3/8/2022
Pest Control Tips For Understaffed Commercial Business During COVID-19

3/8/2022
Motion Industries Names Southeast Group VP

3/8/2022
ISSA PULIRE NETWORK Withdraws Association With CleanExpo Moscow Trade Show

3/7/2022
Top 10 CleanLink Stories From February

3/7/2022
Green Seal, Healthy Schools Campaign Launch First National Standard For School Air Quality

3/7/2022
Kleenco Group and Armstrong Building Maintenance Announce Merger, Rebranding

3/7/2022
Diamond Chemical Adds Regional Manager

STRATEGIC SELL February 2022
How To Build Elite Inside Sales

3/4/2022
Study Reveals Financial Benefits Of Sustainability

3/4/2022
Diversey Adds To Board Of Directors

3/4/2022
Redefine Facility Cleaning Joins NSA

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE February 2022
Faces Of The Frontline Honors Solomon Linares, Lee Building Maintenance

3/3/2022
4 Benefits Of Day Porter Services

3/3/2022
OSHA Virtual Event To Share Best Practices On Workplace Safety

3/3/2022
Office Pride Celebrates 30 Years Of Business

3/3/2022
Ecolab Executive Chairman Retires From Board

3/2/2022
Gearing Up For National Cleaning Week

3/2/2022
Smithereen Pest Management Services Acquires Pro-Tec

3/2/2022
Delta-Q Adds 4 Companies To Partner Program

BUILDING SERVICE CONTRACTORS LEAD THROUGH TRYING TIMES February 2022
Employee Recognition Improves Retention

BUILDING SERVICE CONTRACTORS LEAD THROUGH TRYING TIMES February 2022
Business Challenges Breed Opportunities For Growth

3/1/2022
Rock Star Custodian Nominations Open For 2022

3/1/2022
Mask Mandate Removals Emphasize Indoor Air Quality

2/28/2022
5 Ways To Make The Most Of Employee Appreciation Day

2/28/2022
Highlands Names Client Services Manager

2/28/2022
Ice Melt Mistakes And How To Overcome Them

BUILDING SERVICE CONTRACTORS LEAD THROUGH TRYING TIMES February 2022
Lessons in Leadership

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS February 2022
Daytime Carpet Care Programs Benefit Workers and Employers

PICKING UP THE PACE February 2022
Smart Vacuums Help Balance Quality-of-Service With Efficiency

2/25/2022
How Cleaning Can Prevent Slip And Fall Accidents

2/25/2022
Last Call For Cintas Custodian Of The Year Nominations

2/25/2022
Registration Open For BSCAI Executive Management Conference

2/25/2022
Kari-Out Announces Sustainable Paper Manufacturing Investment

PEST MANAGEMENT February 2022
Pest Trends Facility Cleaning Managers Should Be Aware Of

2/24/2022
Tips For Celebrating Employee Appreciation Day

2/24/2022
BSCAI Hosts Successful In-Person CEO Seminar

2/24/2022
Belle Air Names New President

2/23/2022
A 4-Step Process To Effective Leadership

2/23/2022
Green Cleaning Trends For 2022

2/23/2022
GBAC Publishes Air Quality Paper In Non-Healthcare Settings

2/23/2022
GP PRO, Butlr Technologies Announce Restroom Hygiene Partnership

FREETIME: MOUNTAIN AIR AND HUT HOSPITALITY February 2022
Pro-Link Exec Shares His Love Of The Outdoors

FROM THE EDITOR: LEADERSHIP LESSONS February 2022
Strong Leadership Requires Tough Decisions

2/22/2022
Revisiting Hospital Cleaning Standards

2/22/2022
Report: HVAC Demand To Continue Rising

2/22/2022
Oxi Fresh Eyes 2022 Expansion

2/22/2022
Jon-Don To Service ProCrete Resources Customers

2/18/2022
Strategies To Solve The Supply Chain

2/18/2022
5 Cleaning Industry Lessons Learned From COVID-19

2/18/2022
Jan-Pro Ranks Top Among Commercial Cleaning Businesses On Franchise 500

2/18/2022
Envoy Solutions Acquires Bio-Shine

COMMUNICATING IAQ STRATEGIES February 2022
Managing Indoor Air Quality Expectations

COMMUNICATING IAQ STRATEGIES February 2022
Sharing IAQ Policies With Occupants

COMMUNICATING IAQ STRATEGIES February 2022
Helping Staff With Elevated Cleaning Expectations

2/17/2022
Facility Service Trends Set To Define 2022

2/17/2022
3 Tips For Interviewing Candidates

2/17/2022
The United Group Announces New Hires

2/17/2022
3M Adds To Board Of Directors

2/16/2022
Survey Highlights Hand Hygiene Changes Since Pandemic

2/16/2022
Zero States Report High Flu Rates For First Time In Months

2/16/2022
Avision Expands To Nationwide Service

2/16/2022
Seatex Hires New VP Of Business Development

BACK TO BASICS February 2022
How To Properly Use Cleaners, Disinfectants And Sanitizers

BACK TO BASICS February 2022
Labels Key To Selecting Disinfectants

BACK TO BASICS February 2022
Training Tips For Handling Chemicals

2/15/2022
Study: Omicron Lasts Longer On Surfaces Than Previous COVID-19 Variants

2/15/2022
Safety Programs Encouraged Ahead of National Caregivers Day

2/15/2022
Chicago's ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons Named Among Top Small Businesses

2/15/2022
ACI Re-Elects Officers, Welcomes New Director

2/14/2022
How To Utilize ATP Testing

2/14/2022
Las Vegas Custodian Honored As Finalist In National Contest

2/14/2022
KSS Expands Ohio Presence

2/14/2022
Pilot Chemical Releases Sustainability Report

HELP WANTED February 2022
5 Steps To Hiring And Retaining Talent

HELP WANTED February 2022
How To Improve Job Postings

HELP WANTED February 2022
Employee Flexibility Key To Retention

MANAGEMENT COLUMN: NEW YEAR, NEW APPRECIATION February 2022
Continued Appreciation For Frontline Workers

2/11/2022
How To Use Ice Melt

2/11/2022
Online Training Program Available For Cleaning Professionals

2/11/2022
Spartan Chemical Promotes Additional Regional Manager

2/11/2022
LA Facilities Achieve GBAC Star Accreditation Ahead Of Super Bowl

2/10/2022
Self-Sanitizing Changing Stations Are On The Rise

2/10/2022
BSCAI Names 2022 Board of Directors

2/10/2022
Fibrix Filtration Acquires Americo Manufacturing Co.

2/10/2022
Green Cleaning Workbook And Workshop Available

2/9/2022
A Guide To Proper Carpet Cleaning

2/9/2022
NACD Comments on America COMPETES Act

2/9/2022
ACI Names Distinguished Service Award Winner

2/8/2022
Registration is Now Open for BSCAI's 2022 Executive Management Conference

2/8/2022
Report: Cleaning Product Industry Generates Nearly 700,000 Jobs

2/8/2022
ASHRAE Announces Nominees for 2022-23 Slate of Officers and Directors

2/7/2022
National ‘Rock Star Custodian’ Of 2021 Announced

2/7/2022
ISSA, PPE Fraud Coalition Call On Congress To Prevent Deceptive Contracts

2/7/2022
Distribution One Launches New Website

2/7/2022
Microban Announces Partnership With Rifra Masterbatches

2/4/2022
SC Johnson 'Happy Hands' Dispenser Contest Finalists Announced

2/4/2022
Industry Report Analyzes Cleaning Products, Pandemic Impact

2/4/2022
BradyIFS Expands East Coast Presence

2/3/2022
Nominations Open For 2022 Cintas Custodian Of The Year

2/3/2022
OSHA Provides Updated Guidance On Robotics Safety

2/3/2022
Jon-Don Acquires Illinois-Based Distributor

2/3/2022
WorkWave Reports 2021 Growth

2/2/2022
Self-Cleaning Toilet Seat Slated For NBA Arenas

2/2/2022
Survey: Cleaning Still Prioritized For Returning To Work

2/2/2022
KSS Enterprises Expands Michigan Presence

2/2/2022
Sam's Club Announces Robotics, Scanning Partnership With Brain Corp, Tennant

2/1/2022
The Top 10 States For LEED Certification

2/1/2022
Ecore Recognized For Sustainability Efforts

2/1/2022
SoftBank Robotics Announces New Hire

1/31/2022
Methods To Test Cleaning For Health Efforts

1/31/2022
Report: Robotic Vacuum Cleaning Market Set To Skyrocket

1/31/2022
Diversey, APIC Announce Infection Control Partnership

1/31/2022
PuroClean Named To Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500

1/28/2022
Top Factors For BSC Success In 2022

1/28/2022
Teachable Strategies For New Salespeople

1/28/2022
Anago Cleaning Systems Earns Franchise 500 Spot

1/28/2022
Avision Sales Group Announces Two Acquisitions

1/27/2022
Flu Rates Down Overall After Holiday Peak

1/27/2022
Speaker Application Deadline Extended For 2022 Contracting Success Conference

1/27/2022
Union Park Invests In Lafferty Equipment Manufacturing, Lavo Solutions

1/27/2022
Nasutsa Mabwa Named President of the Evanston Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

1/26/2022
Why Hotels Are Sticking With Bar Soap

1/26/2022
Report: Hospital Surgical Disinfectant Market To Be Worth $558.54 Billion By 2028

1/26/2022
Office Pride Named To Franchise Business Review Top 200

1/26/2022
Nexstep Announces New Promotion

1/25/2022
Interclean Amsterdam 2022 Explores The Future Of Cleaning And Hygiene

1/25/2022
What To Know About Electrostatic Spraying

1/25/2022
GP PRO Continues Support Of Luys System Accelerator Program

1/25/2022
Two Members Added To The Buddy Fund Board

1/24/2022
Health Insurers Now Covering At-Home COVID-19 Tests

1/24/2022
6 More BSCs Earn GBAC Star Service Accreditation

1/21/2022
Tips For Cleaning Omicron In Offices

1/21/2022
Study: Larger-Scale Manufacturers Improving Water Efficiency

1/21/2022
The Riverside Company Acquires milliCare

1/21/2022
Envac Acquires Precision AirConvey

1/20/2022
3 Tissue Industry Trends Expected In 2022

1/20/2022
Goodway Technologies Renews ISO Certification

1/20/2022
U.S. Green Building Council Announces USGBC Live 2022 Event Series

1/19/2022
Benefits Of Launching A Disability Inclusion Program 

1/19/2022
OpenWorks Earns Spot On Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 List

1/18/2022
3 Ways BSCs Can Improve Customer Service

1/18/2022
Green Cleaning Network Opens First China Chapter

1/18/2022
AHE Announces 2022-2024 Advisory Board Leadership

1/18/2022
Envoy Solutions Acquires New Jersey Distributor

1/17/2022
3 Tips For Enacting Infection Control Policies

1/17/2022
Applications Open For ISSA Scholarship Program

1/17/2022
4M Earns Two New Accounts

THE MISSING PIECE November 2021
Survey Outlines End User Purchasing And Service Trends
Products, services and resources that help distributors stand out from the competition

1/14/2022
Top 50 Worst Cities For Bed Bugs

1/14/2022
OSHA Reminder: Employee Injury Records Due March 2

1/14/2022
Polykar Appoints New VP Of Sales

1/14/2022
Office Pride Named Among Top Franchises

1/13/2022
Defining Common Green And Sustainability Terms 

1/13/2022
Flu Cases Spike In Wake Of Holiday Season

1/13/2022
SHFM Announces 2021-2022 President

1/13/2022
JAN-PRO Eyeing 7-State Expansion

1/12/2022
Top 10 Contracting Profits Stories Of 2021

1/12/2022
Bullen Announces New Plant Manager

O WORKER, WHERE ART THOU? November 2021
Overcoming Staffing Struggles And Improving Retention

O WORKER, WHERE ART THOU? November 2021
Management Flexibility Key To Staff Retention

1/11/2022
Supply Chain Concerns: Why Drivers Are Quitting

1/11/2022
High School Quarterback Surprises Custodian With New Shoes

1/11/2022
Oxi Fresh Seeking Expansion in Los Angeles

1/10/2022
Minimum Wage Increases Are Now In Place

1/10/2022
Industry Leader Shares Perspective On Leading During A Pandemic

1/10/2022
Top Sanitary Maintenance Stories From 2021

IMPACTING THE INDUSTRY November 2021
Honoring The 2021 BSCAI CLEAN Award Winners

IMPACTING THE INDUSTRY November 2021
BSCAI's Arthur C. Barraclough Company Community Service Award

IMPACTING THE INDUSTRY November 2021
Standout Industry Individuals, Additional Winners

IN THE FIELD: TEAMING UP November 2021
How BSCs Benefit From Manufacturer/Sports Team Partnerships

IN THE FIELD: TEAMING UP November 2021
Managing Elevated Staffing, Training Protocols

IN THE FIELD: TEAMING UP November 2021
Exclusivity Contracts On The Rise

1/7/2022
PuroClean Names Vice President Of Business Development

1/7/2022
Imperial Dade Adds To Presence in Salt Lake City With Acquisition

1/7/2022
10 Solutions To Staff Shortages

1/6/2022
Healthy Buildings Conference Transitions To A Live Virtual Format

1/6/2022
Motion Industries Completes Acquisition Of Kaman Distribution Group

1/6/2022
Platinum Equity Completes Acquisition Of Pelican Products

1/5/2022
3 Strategies That Contribute To Occupant Health

1/5/2022
CDC Shortens COVID-19 Isolation Period Recommendation

1/5/2022
Ecolab Recognized For Water Security

1/5/2022
Spartan Announces New CFO

BEYOND THE BID November 2021
Customized Software Secures Long-Term Contracts

BEYOND THE BID November 2021
Educating Customers On Bidding Software

BEYOND THE BID November 2021
Following Through On Agreed Proposals

BEYOND THE BID November 2021
Expanding Services, Markets With Bidding Software

1/4/2022
Emerging Distribution Trends For 2022 And Beyond

1/4/2022
UMF Names National Guest Room Attendant Excellence Award Winner

1/4/2022
Aramark Announces Collaboration With Starr Restaurant Organization

1/4/2022
FDA Announces Improvement Plan For Foodborne Illness Prevention

1/3/2022
Top Facility Cleaning Decisions Stories From 2021

1/3/2022
Report: Disinfectant And Sanitizer Market Primed For Long-Term Rise

1/3/2022
10 Survey Questions That Can Drive Customer Satisfaction

1/3/2022
OSHA Extends Comment Period For Heat Injury And Illness Prevention Initiative

12/30/2021
Acme Paper & Supply Co. Hosts Vendor Awards

12/30/2021
Top 10 CleanLink News Stories Of 2021

12/30/2021
Envoy Solutions Acquires Ohio-Based Distributor

12/29/2021
Federal Appeals Court Reinstates OSHA COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate

12/29/2021
Survey: Disinfection Strategies In Schools Need Improvement 

12/29/2021
Annual PuroClean Golf Tournament Raises $12,900 For Charities

12/29/2021
Graco Appoints Vice President Of Corporate Development

12/28/2021
Candida Auris Disinfection Best Practices 

12/28/2021
Report: U.S. Cleaning Products Market Projected At $2.89 Billion By 2030

12/28/2021
WorkWave Expands Board Of Directors

12/28/2021
HazTek Inc. Announces New England Office

12/23/2021
Three BSC Business Tips For 2022

12/23/2021
Imperial Dade Acquires St. Louis-Based Distributor

12/22/2021
‘Great Resignation’ Causing Unprecedented Job Security

12/22/2021
Survey: Dirty Restrooms Put A Stink On Business Perception

12/22/2021
The Importance of Giving During the Holiday Season

12/21/2021
What Customers Expect From Interactive Office Cleaning

12/21/2021
58 Diversified Maintenance Managers Achieve CIMS Certification

12/21/2021
Envoy Solutions Purchases Swish Group’s USA Distribution Division

12/20/2021
California Reinstates Mask Mandate Amid COVID-19 Spike

12/20/2021
How Cleaning Manufacturers Combat Climate Change

12/20/2021
UNX Adds Additional Territory Manager

12/17/2021
What Is Employee 'Ghosting' And How Can You Prevent It?

12/17/2021
ISS, Eaton Expand Facility Services Partnership

12/17/2021
USGBC Shifts RELi System Operations To MTS Control

12/16/2021
5 Simple Ways BSCs Can Demonstrate Professionalism 

12/16/2021
Flu Rates Rising In Several States Amid Holidays

12/16/2021
Medline Announces Partnership With Rochester Regional Health

12/16/2021
UNX Adds New Territory Manager

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS November 2021
BSCAI Announces New Affinity Partnership With Truvelop

12/15/2021
CDC Launches Two Global Networks For Infection Control

12/15/2021
Harvard University Custodians Earn New Contract, Higher Wages

12/15/2021
Kimberly Clark Announces New President

12/15/2021
XYNYTH Manufacturing Corp. Celebrates 35 Years

12/14/2021
Survey: Cleaning Top Priority For Return-To-Office Employees

12/14/2021
Florida Airport Receives Aid For Janitorial Workers

12/14/2021
BOMI International Names New Senior Sales Manager

12/14/2021
GPS Insight Acquires FieldAware

12/13/2021
Easy Methods To Improve Your Next Video Call

12/13/2021
CDC Tightens International Travel Requirements For COVID-19

12/13/2021
Cardiff Biosciences Company Implements New ‘Greenwashing’ Code

12/13/2021
Pilot Chemical Announces CEO

WEIGHING THE OPTIONS November 2021
Distributor Consulting Tips For Floor Pad Selection

WEIGHING THE OPTIONS November 2021
On-Site Assessments Ensure Quality Floors

WEIGHING THE OPTIONS November 2021
Color-Coding Simplifies Floor Pad Selection

12/10/2021
BradyIFS Acquires Texas Distributor

12/10/2021
Sodexo Again Honored For Sustainability Efforts

BSCAI NEWS November 2021
BSCAI Job Board Spotlights Key Industry Opportunities

12/9/2021
Hygiene Tips For National Handwashing Awareness Week

12/9/2021
Supply Chain Predictions For 2022

12/9/2021
ISSA Show North America 2021 Marks Successful In-Person Industry Event

FREETIME November 2021
ABC President Embraces Family Traditions

12/8/2021
BSCAI Hosts Record-Setting Contracting Success Conference

12/8/2021
Students Team Up To Buy Truck For Beloved Janitor

12/8/2021
Imperial Dade Acquires Southeastern Distributor

12/8/2021
Essity Joins European Initiative To Improve Plastic Recycling

BSCAI NEWS November 2021
Benefits Of BSCAI Certification Programs

12/7/2021
Cintas Awarded For Quality Of Uniforms

12/7/2021
New COVID-19 Omicron Variant Detected In California

12/7/2021
Tork Interactive Trainings Named ISSA Innovation Of The Year

THE STRATEGIC SELL November 2021
Peer Or Peddler

HEALTHY SCHOOLS: PRIORITIZING HEALTH November 2021
Funding Can Improve Facilities, Standard Protocols

12/6/2021
The Real Reasons Employees Are Quitting

12/6/2021
Denver Airport Janitors Earn $4 Hourly Raise After Strike

12/6/2021
Genesis Biosciences Honored At Cardiff Business Awards

12/6/2021
Ecolab Names New CFO

BE AN ELITE BSC: 5 COMPONENTS FOR A HEALTHY SALES PIPELINE November 2021
Building A Steady Sales Flow For Company Growth

12/3/2021
How Facilities Can Save Water Over The Winter

12/3/2021
DDI System Names Director Of Business Development

12/3/2021
Croda Executive Named To ACI Board Of Directors

MAKING AN IMPRESSION November 2021
Tips For Improving Restroom Experiences

MAKING AN IMPRESSION November 2021
Software, Easy-Use Dispensers Improve Restroom Perception

MAKING AN IMPRESSION November 2021
Optimizing Restroom Setups For Occupants

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK November 2021
Cleaning Cost And Frequency Data Improves BSC Operations

PRE-PORTIONING PACKS A PUNCH November 2021
Pre-Measured Chemicals Improve Costs, Efficiency

PRE-PORTIONING PACKS A PUNCH November 2021
Portion Control Packs Simplify Training

12/2/2021
Easy Tips For Conducting Interviews

12/2/2021
Preparing Your Facility For Winter

12/2/2021
ISSA Hygieia Network Reveals 2021 Award Winners

12/2/2021
4M Receives Several Industry Honors

12/1/2021
BSCAI Announces 2021 CLEAN Award Recipients

12/1/2021
Interclean Amsterdam Returning In May 2022

12/1/2021
Infection Control Tips For Holiday Office Gatherings

12/1/2021
BradyIFS Acquires Seaway Supply

INTERIM CARPET MAINTENANCE November 2021
Experts Discuss, Debate Interim Carpet Care

INTERIM CARPET MAINTENANCE November 2021
Selecting Interim Carpet Care Equipment

INTERIM CARPET MAINTENANCE November 2021
How Often Should Interim Carpet Maintenance Be Done?

INTERIM CARPET MAINTENANCE November 2021
Going Green With Interim Cleaning

FROM THE EDITOR: SURVEY OUTLINES PURCHASING TRENDS November 2021
Customer Purchasing Changes Since Pandemic

11/30/2021
Survey: Universities Struggling With IAQ Solutions

11/30/2021
ISSA Show North America Innovation Awards Winners Announced

11/30/2021
CCA Receives President’s Award At BSCAI Conference

11/30/2021
RWS Appoints Business Development Manager

11/29/2021
Department Of Labor Announces Final Rule To Increase Minimum Wage

11/29/2021
10 Safety Tips For Workplace Emergencies

11/29/2021
The Harvard Companies Acquire Pro Clean

TEAMING UP November 2021
Enhancing A School District Cleaning Program

TEAMING UP November 2021
A Mutually Beneficial Distributor/District Partnership

FROM THE EDITOR: HOW HAS THE PANDEMIC CHANGED YOUR COSTS AND FREQUENCIES? November 2021
Understanding Your Staff And Budgetary Needs

11/24/2021
FDA Expands Eligibility For COVID-19 Boosters

11/24/2021
Green2Sustainable Honors Top Contributing Organizations

11/24/2021
Joe Theismann Named Keynote Speaker For 2022 Beyond Service User Conference

11/24/2021
Motion Names Vice President Of Operations Integration

11/23/2021
Oregon Airports Receive Janitorial Funding

11/23/2021
Janitorial Manager Announces New Vice President

11/22/2021
Joint Initiative Announced Protecting Worker Rights

11/22/2021
Georgia-Pacific Breaks Ground On Wisconsin Distribution Center

11/22/2021
NACD Celebrates 50 Years

11/22/2021
Setting The Foundation For A Successful Business Succession

BOOST CARPET CLEANLINESS October 2021
Carpet Equipment That Helps Maintain Cleanliness

BOOST CARPET CLEANLINESS October 2021
Choosing The Right Carpet Care Equipment

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS October 2021
New Technologies Don’t Leave BSCs In The Dust

11/19/2021
GOJO Celebrates 75 Years Of Growth, Innovation And Relationships

11/19/2021
Image One Announces Veteran Franchise Giveaway

11/19/2021
Flu Activity Remains Low Ahead Of Holidays

11/19/2021
Maneuvering Through A Supply Chain "Black Swan Event"

11/18/2021
Sodexo Appoints New Healthcare Division CEO

11/18/2021
3 Most Overlooked Areas When Training Cleaning Workers

11/18/2021
Maya's Hope Foundation Enhances Safety Measures With Air Purifiers

11/18/2021
Former Veteran Making Strides As OpenWorks Franchisee

11/17/2021
ABM Appoints Senior VP Of Investor Relations

11/17/2021
Western Specialty Contractors Add Manager Of Talent Acquisition & Diversity

11/16/2021
Continuum Services Day Porter Nominated In Rockstar Custodian Contest

11/16/2021
Clorox, Atlanta Hawks Partner To Support Public Schools

11/15/2021
GBAC Adds Infection Prevention Expert

11/12/2021
How To Keep Entry Mats Clean

11/12/2021
Deaf Housekeeper Awarded $5,000 In Cintas Nationwide Contest

11/12/2021
ACI Appoints Manager Of Membership

BE AN ELITE BSC October 2021
Be Smart About Forgiven PPP Funds

BSCAI WINS BIG IN VEGAS October 2021
Contracting Success Highlights Education

BSCAI WINS BIG IN VEGAS October 2021
BSCAI Event Highlights Networking Opportunities

11/11/2021
Stephen Ashkin To Talk Sustainability At ISSA Show

11/11/2021
Belle Air Creations Opens New Manufacturing Facility

11/11/2021
CLR Cleaning Brand Announces New Sales Director

11/11/2021
3 Tips For Inclusive Hiring

11/10/2021
High School Custodian Ensures Student Has A Friend

11/10/2021
Office Pride Named Top Franchise For Veterans

11/10/2021
Ecore Manufacturing Facilities Achieve Zero Waste Validation from UL

11/10/2021
Biden Vaccine Requirements Temporarily Halted By Appeals Court

MAKING SCENTS October 2021
Refresh End Users On Odor Control And Facility Perception

MAKING SCENTS October 2021
Tips To Combat Facility Odors

MAKING SCENTS October 2021
Choosing Products That Will Freshen The Air

THE COST OF CLEAN October 2021
Report Takes A Deep Dive In Cleaning Costs And Frequencies

11/9/2021
OSHA Issues Emergency Temporary Standard

11/9/2021
Snow Removal Tips That Minimize Structural Damage

11/9/2021
AHE Presents Its 2021 Phoenix Award

11/9/2021
Sodexo Honored For LGBTIQ+ Hiring Practices

11/8/2021
School Custodian Earns Teaching Degree Between Shifts

11/8/2021
Understanding The Climate Change Tipping Point

11/8/2021
Allied Universal Expands Janitorial Services Division

11/8/2021
IICRC Announces Honorary Board Member

GUIDING THE FLOORS October 2021
Education On Mopping Ergonomics

GUIDING THE FLOORS October 2021
Choosing Between Cotton And Microfiber Mops

GUIDING THE FLOORS October 2021
Color-Coding Cleaning Tools To Improve Safety

BUILDING A LEGACY October 2021
Nathalie Doobin Brings A Fresh Approach To Leadership

BUILDING A LEGACY October 2021
Gaining Success Through Mentorships And Networking

11/5/2021
Previewing The BSCAI CEO Seminar

11/5/2021
Anago Honors Franchise Partners

11/5/2021
BradyIFS Acquires Millennium

11/4/2021
Voting Now Open For Rock Star Custodian Finalists

11/4/2021
Ecolab Acquires Purolite

11/4/2021
First Technologies and Programs Achieve GBAC STAR Registered Designation

FREETIME October 2021
Golden Star, ISSA President Is Happy To Hit The Open Road

HAND DRYING HYGIENICS October 2021
Q&A: Towel's Impact On Budgets, Hand Hygiene And Maintenance

11/3/2021
CDC Pledges $26 Million Towards Disease Forecasting, Analytics

11/3/2021
The Labor Shortage And 5 Reasons Outsourcing Cleaning Can Help

11/3/2021
CCS Facility Services Acquires Milwaukee-Based BSC

11/3/2021
Sodexo Honored For Disability Employment

HAND DRYING HYGIENICS October 2021
Key Benefits Of Hand Towels, Dispensers

11/2/2021
SC Johnson Announces Recycling Partnership In South America

11/2/2021
Imperial Dade Acquires Nichols

11/2/2021
Custodian Saves Doctor’s Life After Finding Him Unresponsive

11/2/2021
CDC Expands COVID-19 Booster Eligibility

CALCULATING CLEANING COSTS October 2021
Report Outlines Cleaning Costs And Frequencies

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE: JOSE SANTOS, HARVARD MAINTENANCE October 2021
Recognizing A Valuable Frontline Hero

11/1/2021
CCA Shares COVID-19 Reopening Guide

11/1/2021
Diamabrush Files Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Malish Corporation

11/1/2021
Office Pride of Richmond-Bon Air Celebrates 10th Anniversary

11/1/2021
Report Outlines 2021 Cleaning Costs And Frequencies

10/29/2021
ASHRAE HQ Reaches Net-Zero Milestone

10/29/2021
5 Reasons For Customer Cleaning Portals

10/29/2021
Benefits Of Chiller Maintenance

FACILITY FOCUS: ROBOTIC REVAMP October 2021
Denver Public Schools Embrace Autonomous Autoscrubbers

FACILITY FOCUS: ROBOTIC REVAMP October 2021
Floor Equipment That Helps Minimize Downtime

FACILITY FOCUS: ROBOTIC REVAMP October 2021
Autonomious Autoscrubbers Help Streamline Floor Care

10/28/2021
GOJO Announces GBAC Star Grant Recipients

10/28/2021
IICRC Announces Board of Directors

10/28/2021
7 Tips For Winterizing Pipes

A CLEAN SWEEP FOR SIN CITY October 2021
Las Vegas Welcomes Jan/San Distributors For ISSA Show

A CLEAN SWEEP FOR SIN CITY October 2021
ISSA Highlights Big Draws For Vegas Show

10/27/2021
What To Know About Green Investing

10/27/2021
Microban Names New President, Senior Directors

BRINGING IN A BIT OF COLOR October 2021
Color-coding Microfiber Improves Processes

BRINGING IN A BIT OF COLOR October 2021
The Benefits Of Microfiber In Cleaning Programs

10/26/2021
Oxi-Fresh Adds 30 Franchises In Second Half Of 2021

10/26/2021
SC Johnson Named Sponsor For World Food Championships

10/26/2021
5 Tips To Protect Floors During Winter

STRATEGIC SELL: 2022 IS HERE! October 2021
How To Hit Sales Goals In 2022

10/25/2021
5 Critical Areas To Clean Upon Reopening

10/25/2021
Platinum Equity Acquires Pelican Products

10/25/2021
Hill & Markes Launches New Podcast

MANAGEMENT COLUMN October 2021
7 Characteristics Of Top Managers

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE October 2021
Faces Of The Frontline Honors Craig Carlson, Sierra Enterprise Elementary School

WHAT'S NEXT October 2021
Distributors Comment On Staff Recruitment, Retention

WHAT'S NEXT October 2021
Jan/San Opportunities Brought On By The Pandemic

WHAT'S NEXT October 2021
Distributors Discuss Opportunities For Growth

10/22/2021
Five Pest Prevention Tips For Facilities

10/22/2021
Cascades Appoints VP Of Sales

10/22/2021
Kimberly Clark Receives Climate Leadership Award

WHAT'S NEXT October 2021
How The Pandemic Changed Jan/San Distribution

10/21/2021
UniFirst Receive Two Community Service Awards

10/20/2021
What Are The Top Supply Chain Shortages?

10/20/2021
Pritchard Industries Acquired By Private Investment Firm

10/20/2021
Survey Reveals Hand Hygiene Habits

A CLEAN SWEEP FOR SIN CITY October 2021
Honoring Best In Class Cleaning Products

10/20/2021
Second Call For Comment On The Healthy Green Schools Standard

10/19/2021
5 Tips For Hiring Salespeople

10/19/2021
ACI, CHPA Applaud FDA's Hand Sanitizer Guidance Withdrawal

10/19/2021
4M Acquires Multiple Indianapolis BSCs

10/18/2021
Voting is Open for 12th Annual ISSA Show Innovation Awards

10/18/2021
Aramark Names DEI VP

10/18/2021
Reckitt Appoints Director of Medical & Scientific Engagement

FROM THE EDITOR: ON THE ROAD AGAIN October 2021
Reconnecting At ISSA Show North America

10/15/2021
Texas Rangers, GP Pro Partnership Boosts Restroom Cleaning

10/15/2021
City Wide Honored For Fast Growth

10/14/2021
GBAC STAR Accreditation Boosts Infection Control Practices

10/14/2021
Green Seal Launches LEED-Compliant Paint Certification

10/14/2021
Aramark Uniform Services Appoints New CEO

10/14/2021
Dow Enters Into Renewable Power Purchase Agreements

10/13/2021
GreenScreen Certification Promotes Safe Chemicals

10/13/2021
Network Recognizes Top Member Distributors

10/12/2021
4 Sustainability Tips For Commercial Facilities

10/12/2021
Analyzing Advanced Technologies For Commercial Cleaning

10/12/2021
SC Johnson Teams Up To Tackle Plastic Waste

10/12/2021
Q&A: Cleaning Coalition President On Returning To Facilities

10/11/2021
Office Survey Highlights Touchless Fixture Preferences

10/11/2021
Floor Cleaning Equipment Subscription Outlined

10/8/2021
Imperial Dade Announces 42nd Acquisition

10/8/2021
Custodians Are Key Program Now Accepting Nominations

THE ROAD TO SMARTER SELLING September 2021
Selling Strategies And Tips To Closing Deals

THE ROAD TO SMARTER SELLING September 2021
Sales Should Focus On Products, Not Discounts

THE ROAD TO SMARTER SELLING September 2021
Tips To Create Sales Opportunities And Being Flexible

GAUGING PRIORITIES August 2021
Survey: What Facility Executives Expect From BSCs

GAUGING PRIORITIES August 2021
Results: 2021 Facility Executive Contractor Expectations Survey

A MOUNTAIN WORTH CLIMBING August 2021
Management Survey Reveals Top Cleaning Trends

A MOUNTAIN WORTH CLIMBING August 2021
Cleaning Executives Dissect Priorities, Outsourcing Threats

A MOUNTAIN WORTH CLIMBING August 2021
Purchasing Priorities For Facility Cleaning Managers

A MOUNTAIN WORTH CLIMBING August 2021
Survey Addresses Hiring Challenges In Cleaning

10/7/2021
National Service Alliance Celebrates Three New Members

10/7/2021
CDC Announces Holiday Travel, Gathering Tips

10/7/2021
Study Outlines Video Training Benefits

10/7/2021
BradyIFS Acquires Fishman, Armstrong

10/6/2021
Joe Johnson From Science-Proven Microbial Control Earns WELL AP

10/6/2021
Tips For Safely Reopening Workplaces

10/6/2021
Germ-Repelling Seat Covers Could Simplify Airplane Cleaning

10/5/2021
3 Benefits To Investing In A BSC

10/4/2021
4 Breakout Tips For Business Plateaus

10/4/2021
OSHA Awards Over $11M In Safety Training Grants

10/4/2021
ISSA And IFMA Expand Partnership

10/1/2021
Up To 16 Million Disinfecting Wipes Donated To Fight Germs In Schools

10/1/2021
Jan-Pro Announces New Regional Developers

10/1/2021
What To Know About The COVID-19 Booster Shot

10/1/2021
6 Tips For Successful Hires

A GUIDING LIGHT September 2021
How Distributors Can Help Contractors Diversify Their Service Offerings

A GUIDING LIGHT September 2021
Benefits Of Additional Service And Training Offerings

A GUIDING LIGHT September 2021
Jan/San Sales Expands Offerings To Meet Client Needs

9/30/2021
EPA Honors ACI As Safer Choice Partner Of The Year

9/30/2021
Report: Global Tissue And Hygiene Products Market Surging

9/30/2021
Winners Announced In Medline "EVS Super Star" Contest

9/29/2021
GP PRO Offering Free Replacements for "Devious Licks" Vandalism

FREETIME September 2021
Jan/San Pro Spends Free Time Volunteering For Vets

9/28/2021
Top Post-Pandemic Cleaning Industry Trends

9/28/2021
At-Home Rapid COVID-19 Testing Available In Colorado

9/28/2021
WorkWave To Acquire TEAM Software

9/28/2021
KSS Enterprises Expands Business With Two Acquisitions

9/27/2021
Cleaning Tips For Schools With In-Person Learning

9/27/2021
The National Service Alliance Welcomes North Hills Office Services

THE STRATEGIC SELL September 2021
Are You Curious Enough To Succeed?

9/27/2021
"Devious Licks" TikTok Trend Causing Restroom Theft

9/27/2021
Spartan Announces New Appointments To Operations Team

9/24/2021
CloroxPro And Convoy Of Hope Donate To Hurricane Relief And Recovery

9/24/2021
Trial Indicates COVID-19 Vaccine Safe For Children 5-12

9/24/2021
Office Study Reveals Top Germ Hotspots

9/24/2021
Envoy Solutions Continues Expansion In Mid-Atlantic Region

9/23/2021
Custodian Wins Full Scholarship In Vaccination Sweepstakes

9/23/2021
Survey Reveals Occupant IAQ Preferences

9/23/2021
Certol International Announces Sale Of Business

BUILDING A BLUEPRINT September 2021
Cleaning And Disinfecting Strategies For 2021 And Beyond

BUILDING A BLUEPRINT September 2021
Infection Control Strategies For The Future

BUILDING A BLUEPRINT September 2021
Infection Prevention Techniques That Fight Germs And Viruses

9/22/2021
Key Steps For LEED Safety First Pilot Credits

9/22/2021
Hand Sanitizers Recalled In Canada

9/21/2021
Marquette Custodian Honored For Resilience

9/21/2021
Hygieia Network Award Nominations Open Until October 4

9/21/2021
CASE STUDY: Dallas County Implements Disinfecting Tech In Various Facilities

9/20/2021
New Jersey Custodian Helps School Avoid Flooding

9/20/2021
Sodexo, Ecolab Announce HAI Prevention Partnership

9/20/2021
3 Efficient Hiring Tips

9/20/2021
Healthy Buildings–America Conference Rescheduled

9/17/2021
Diversey Opens Research And Development Center

FROM THE EDITOR September 2021
Coaching A Winning Sales Team

ELITE BSC COLUMN: WHEN SALES SHOULD HAND OFF ACCOUNTS TO OPERATIONS August 2021
How To Manage Sales-Client Relationships

9/16/2021
Aramark Cleans Up At BICSc Awards Ceremony

9/16/2021
Trending Cleaning Articles From August

9/16/2021
Biden Announces Vaccine Mandate For Contractors, Federal Employees

9/15/2021
EPA Offers Tips To Disaster Cleanup

9/15/2021
Diversey Recognized With Innovation Award

9/15/2021
GoFundMe Campaign For School Custodian Tops $49K

9/15/2021
Contractor Helps Businesses Recover From Hurricane Ida

BSCAI: 5 REASONS TO CHECK OUT MYCLEANINGJOBS.COM August 2021
BSCAI Launches Cleaning Industry Job Board

9/14/2021
4 Tips For Employee Retention

9/14/2021
Distributor Spotlighted In We Supply America Docuseries

9/14/2021
Purfresh Clean CEO Donates Sanitizing Machines To Alma Mater

9/13/2021
R.J. Schinner Names New Vice President – West Region

9/13/2021
Carpenter Paper Joined Imperial Dade Family

9/13/2021
New COVID-19 ‘mu’ Variant Detected In 49 States

9/10/2021
UV Equipment Tackles Superbugs In Hospital Study

9/10/2021
Vonachen Group Acquisition Expands Northern Reach

9/10/2021
Details Of Envoy Solutions And Daycon Merger

9/10/2021
Survey Examines Steps To Stop Coronavirus Spread

9/10/2021
Global HAI Market On The Rise

9/9/2021
Imperial Dade Recognizes 40th Acquisition

9/9/2021
4 Benefits Of Preventative Maintenance

9/9/2021
Owensboro Businessman Opens Office Pride Franchise

BSCAI: COVID-19 DISINFECTION & SAFETY COURSE/CERTIFICATE August 2021
Get Certified In COVID-19 Disinfection Through BSCAI

9/8/2021
Survey Highlights Office Cleaning Habits

9/8/2021
ISSA Announce Relocated Headquarters

9/8/2021
RPM ReDistribution Announces Acquisition

9/8/2021
10 Facts About Climate Change And Water

9/7/2021
Hospitals Begin Transition From BSCs To In-House Frontline Staff

9/7/2021
49ers Announce Disinfecting Partnership

9/7/2021
10 Reasons Why Workplace Violence Goes Unreported

BSCAI: EXPLORE BSCAI'S EDUCATION HUB August 2021
Online Education Opportunities With BSCAI

MEETING THE DEMAND August 2021
Roundtable: Distributors Share E-Commerce Strategies

BSCAI: GEAR UP FOR CONTRACTING SUCCESS August 2021
BSCAI Announces 3-Day Hybrid Conference

9/3/2021
3 Benefits Of Hiring People With Disabilities

9/3/2021
Duke Requiring Vaccinations For Frontline Staff

9/3/2021
Performance Plus Acquires Complete Cleaning Services

9/3/2021
Facility Serves Up Safety Ahead Of US Open

9/2/2021
Georgia School Gifts Custodian With Car

9/2/2021
10 Ways To Address Climate Change In Professional Cleaning

9/2/2021
Clean Team Named On Prestigious Fastest-Growing List

9/2/2021
C-K Control Temp Welcomes Director of Client Experience And Excellence

IAQ AND CLEAN CARPETS August 2021
Health Benefits Of Vacuum Cleaners

IAQ AND CLEAN CARPETS August 2021
Selecting A Safe, Ergonomic Vacuum

IAQ AND CLEAN CARPETS August 2021
Assisting End Users With Vacuum Maintenance

MANAGEMENT COLUMN August 2021
6 Tips To Leaner Cleaning Programs

9/1/2021
BRAVO! Group Services Hires Client Experience Director

9/1/2021
Benefits Of Adopting IoT Technology

9/1/2021
ISSA Hygiene Network Virtual Conference Slated For September

9/1/2021
Survey Indicates Caution With Returning To Workplace

8/31/2021
Gravestone-Cleaning Volunteer Goes Viral

8/31/2021
OpenWorks Recognized As Fast-Growing Company

8/31/2021
5 Benefits Of Proper Cleaning And Disinfecting

FREETIME: ART AND DISTRIBUTION August 2021
Americhem International Employee Reignites Art Passion

FACILITY FOCUS: NEUTRALIZING TOUCHPOINTS WITH NANOTECHNOLOGY August 2021
Nanotechnology Boosts Infection Control Efforts

FACILITY FOCUS: NEUTRALIZING TOUCHPOINTS WITH NANOTECHNOLOGY August 2021
Facility Benefits From Testing Nanotechnology Products

8/30/2021
FDA Approves Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine

8/30/2021
New Union Contract Awarded For Portland Custodians

8/30/2021
Convention Center Celebrates GBAC STAR Reaccreditation Globally

8/30/2021
Survey Reveals Hand Drying Preferences

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE August 2021
Faces of the Frontline Honors Jacob Solis, Los Angeles Habilitation House

8/27/2021
Report: Disinfectant, Antiseptic Market On The Rise

8/27/2021
P&G, Eastman Enter Sustainable Packaging Agreement

8/27/2021
CCS Facility Services Acquires New Mexico BSC

GREENLIGHTING SUSTAINABILITY August 2021
How To Create A Green Cleaning Program

GREENLIGHTING SUSTAINABILITY August 2021
Small Steps Ensure Successful Green Cleaning

GREEN CLEANING August 2021
Key Resources For Green Cleaning Information

BREAKING THE CHAIN August 2021
How To Manage The Supply Chain

8/26/2021
Five Steps For Selecting The Right Industrial Vacuum Cleaner

8/26/2021
3M Partners With WRC For Water Conservation

8/26/2021
PuroClean Continues Streak Of Accolades

8/25/2021
Imperial Dade Enters Into A Definitive Agreement For Next Acquisition

8/25/2021
FDA’s Recalled Hand Sanitizer List Rises To 255

8/25/2021
Nichols Celebrates 85 Years Of Business

HEALTHY SCHOOLS: LEARNING FROM EXPERIENCE August 2021
4 Lessons For Safe School Reopenings

FACILITY FOCUS: NEUTRALIZING TOUCHPOINTS WITH NANOTECHNOLOGY August 2021
Disinfecting Touchpoints Reduces Cross-Contamination

THE STRATEGIC SELL: A YEAR TO REMEMBER August 2021
Sales In The Post Pandemic Economy

8/24/2021
AHE Presents 2021 Environmental Services Department Of The Year Award

8/24/2021
More Than 60 Companies Achieve CIMS Certification

CASE STUDY August 2021
Answering Questions About Integrated Quality Assurance Technology

8/24/2021
Raiders Requiring Vaccination Proof At NFL Games

8/24/2021
Frontline Workers Recognized With Service Awards

8/24/2021
Survey: Carpet Cleanliness Influences Visitor Confidence

8/23/2021
Network’s Employee Joins BOMA International Executive Committee

8/23/2021
NACD Names 2021 Responsible Distribution Excellence Award Winner

8/23/2021
COVID-19 Booster Roll Out Slated For September

8/23/2021
3 Common Hiring Mistakes

BREAKING THE CHAIN August 2021
Learning From Supply Chain Setbacks

TIME TO TALK WINTER August 2021
Tips For Ordering Ice Melt

ICE MELT August 2021
Manufacturers Provide Ice Melt Guidance

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK: HIRING? SO IS EVERYONE ELSE August 2021
Finding Labor To Meet Cleaning Demands

8/20/2021
How Contagious Is The Delta Variant?

8/20/2021
Six Ways To Generate Jan/San Referrals

8/20/2021
Senior VP Of Northwest Center Integrated Facility Services Named

8/20/2021
Spartan Appoints Quality Assurance Manager

8/19/2021
OpenWorks Creates Position And Hires VP of Supply Chain Management

8/19/2021
Understaffed Housekeeping A Nationwide Concern

8/19/2021
Healthy Buildings America 2021 Speakers Announced

CASE STUDY August 2021
University Of Tennessee Facilities Rival Pathogens

8/18/2021
Net Zero Discussion Includes Sustainable Cleaning

8/18/2021
Sisters Organize Donation Of 92,000 Hand Sanitizer Bottles

8/18/2021
Spartan Chemical Expands Corporate Accounts Team

8/18/2021
GBAC Launches GBAC STAR Registered Technology And Registered Programs

CASE STUDY August 2021
Overcoming Competition With An E-Commerce Platform

8/17/2021
Office Pride Franchisee Purchases Second Location

8/17/2021
Hydro Systems Welcomes Distributing Partner For Facility Cleaning Segment

8/17/2021
Debunking UV Technology Myths

8/17/2021
Reasons For Supply Chain Challenges

8/16/2021
Fighting Germs As Desk Swapping Becomes More Common

8/16/2021
ASHRAE Awards 2021-22 Society Scholarships

8/16/2021
ABCO Announces Supplier Partnership With NSA

FROM THE EDITOR: A SHATTERED SUPPLY CHAIN August 2021
Understanding Supply Chain Challenges

8/16/2021
Top Stories From The Last Month

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE August 2021
Faces Of The Frontline Honors Irma Andrade, UC-Riverside

8/13/2021
Southern Ute Earns Accredited Healthy Building Status

8/13/2021
Imperial Dade Solidifies 38th Acquisition

8/13/2021
Exec Named As Familiar Face At Kaivac Retires

8/13/2021
CDC: Vaccinated People Can Still Transmit COVID-19

8/13/2021
Study Reveals Alarming Handwashing Habits

8/12/2021
Tips On How Facilities Can Reduce Water Consumption

8/12/2021
PuroClean Launches New In-House Call Center

8/12/2021
Two Laws Push Gender-Neutral Restrooms, Housing Discrimination

8/12/2021
Network Honored As A Top Company To Work For

8/12/2021
Anago Cleaning Systems Ranked Top Global Franchise

8/11/2021
Delta vs. Alpha COVID-19 Variant: What’s The Difference?

8/11/2021
Medline Seeking Nominees For EVS Employee Contest

8/11/2021
Stadium Officials Update Safety Measures For NFL Season

8/10/2021
Commercial Cleaning Remains "Essential"

8/10/2021
Five Elements Of A Safer, Healthier Venue

8/9/2021
Tracking Mask Mandates State-By-State

8/9/2021
ISSA Elects New 2022 Board Members

8/6/2021
What The Pandemic Taught Us About Infection Prevention

8/6/2021
Six Supply Chain Trends For The Rest Of 2021

8/6/2021
How Hotels Are Adapting To A Shifting Landscape

8/5/2021
Four Tips To Help Businesses Instill Confidence In Travel Facilities

8/5/2021
Reckitt Offers Help To Businesses Protecting Occupants

8/4/2021
Imperial Dade Adds To East Coast Presence With New Acquisition

8/4/2021
Facilities Prepare: Survey Shows Increased Away-From-Home Activity

8/3/2021
CDC Updates Guidance For Vaccinated People

8/3/2021
Janitorial Program Trains People With Disabilities

8/2/2021
Sustainability Advice Portal Available For Businesses

8/2/2021
OpenWorks Adds Lead To Human Resources Team

7/30/2021
How IoT Is Changing The Future Of Cleaning

7/30/2021
Simon Institute To Host Virtual Symposium

7/30/2021
CASE STUDY: Navigating Volume Surge In Non-acute Care Facilities During COVID-19

7/29/2021
Midlab Welcomes VP Of Sales For National Accounts

7/29/2021
BSC Grows National Presence In Its 30th Year

7/29/2021
Delta Variant Prompts NYC Mandate Expansion

7/29/2021
Tips For Preventing Heat-Related Illnesses

7/28/2021
Four Steps To Transition Facilities Back To In-Person

7/28/2021
CASE STUDY: Morgan Medical Center Deploys Coronavirus-Killing Technology

7/28/2021
6 Tips To Prepare Food Service Areas For Post-Pandemic Challenges

7/28/2021
Reckitt Joins Vaccine Initiative During Pandemic Recovery

7/27/2021
How Facilities Can Reduce Water Consumption

7/27/2021
How Cleaning Can Help Businesses Survive Storms

7/27/2021
OSHA Offers Guidance To Protect Workers From Infections

7/27/2021
Spartan Names Atlanta Regional Manager

7/26/2021
Mask Mandates Reinstated For LA County

7/26/2021
Self-Cleaning Toilets Linked To Potential Superbug Transmission

7/26/2021
P&G Donates COVID-19 Care Packs In Singapore

7/26/2021
ABM Enters Settlement In Overtime Lawsuit

7/23/2021
Greenbuild Extends Early Bird Registration

7/23/2021
Indoor Air Hygiene Institute Launches New Certification Program

7/22/2021
Finalists Named For America’s Best Restroom Contest

7/22/2021
Tide and NASA Sign Agreement For Product Testing In Space

7/22/2021
Janitorial Store Names New Owners

7/22/2021
How To Respond to Negative Janitorial Reviews

7/21/2021
School Janitor Celebrated With Parting Graduation Surprise

7/21/2021
Medline Finalizes Acquisition Of Hudson RCI

7/21/2021
Deadline Approaches For BSCAI CLEAN Awards

7/20/2021
Reassessing Cleaning Jobs To Attract New Workers

7/20/2021
Hill & Markes Launches Backpack Giveback Fundraiser

7/20/2021
Spreading Germs An Equally Important Lesson As Avoiding Them

7/20/2021
Spartan Promotes New Regional Manager

7/19/2021
Schools Especially Prone To COVID-19 Delta Variant

7/19/2021
Tracking Safety Measures Ahead Of Tokyo Olympics

7/19/2021
Weekly Series Shares Positive Green Cleaning News

7/16/2021
SoftBank Robotics And Canon Solutions Partner To Expand Workplace Health Portfolio

7/16/2021
Top 10 Safety Hazards Janitors Face

7/16/2021
‘Floating’ Restroom Concept Constructed For Tokyo Olympics

7/15/2021
COVID-19 Delta Variant Detected In Midwest

7/15/2021
Janitor Dies Protecting Female Building Occupant

7/15/2021
RJ Schinner Expands To A New Location

7/15/2021
Last Chance To Comment On Green Standard

7/14/2021
ASHRAE Introduces 2021-2022 President

7/14/2021
Latest Hand Sanitizer Recall Announced

7/14/2021
Tips For Maximizing Employee Engagement

7/13/2021
BSCAI Opens Registration For Fall Event

7/13/2021
UNX Hires New Laboratory Manager

7/13/2021
Ogilvy Health Names President of Public Relations

7/12/2021
2021 USGBC Leadership Awards Announced

7/12/2021
10 Top Qualities Of A Top-Notch Distributor

BE AN ELITE BSC June 2021
4 Keys To Closing Sales

FROM HUMBLE BEGINNINGS: PATRICK COMASKEY SHARES HIS BUSINESS SUCCESS STORY June 2021
Direct Clean CEO Reflects On Career

FROM HUMBLE BEGINNINGS: PATRICK COMASKEY SHARES HIS BUSINESS SUCCESS STORY June 2021
Cleaning Reimagined During COVID-19 Pandemic

7/9/2021
CIRI Opens Membership To Entire Industry

7/9/2021
Study: Employed People More Likely To Contract The Flu

7/9/2021
BSC Offers 4 Tips To Reopening Facilities

7/9/2021
PuroClean Holds 'Microbial Warrior Training'

7/8/2021
IICRC Opens People's Choice Award Nominations

7/8/2021
Truck Driver Shortage Causing Further Delivery Delays

A RETURN TO CARPET CARE June 2021
Keeping a Carpet Cleaning Schedule

A RETURN TO CARPET CARE June 2021
Promoting A Carpet Care Budget

7/8/2021
New Standard For Cleaning Schools Seeks Public Comment

BSCAI EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE 2021 SETS NEW ATTENDANCE RECORD June 2021
Business Tips Shared At Live BSCAI Event

7/7/2021
Survey Of Small Business Owners Highlights Many Hurdles

7/7/2021
Top CleanLink Stories Of June

7/7/2021
ASHRAE Wraps Up Successful 2021 Virtual Annual Conference

7/6/2021
American Workers Concerned About Office Cleanliness

7/6/2021
National Association of Chemical Distributors Announces Promotions

A RETURN TO CARPET CARE June 2021
Health Benefits Of A Carpet Care Program

7/6/2021
Chicago Cleaning Company Joins NSA

THE STRATEGIC SELL: DISRUPTION...GOTTA LOVE IT! June 2021
Tips For Salesforce Evaluation

7/2/2021
Cleaning Institute Making 'Critical Connections' With Regulators

7/2/2021
ABM Helps Virginia City Save Energy

7/2/2021
Six Maintenance Tips For Carpet Cleaning Month

7/2/2021
Shell Chemical, SC Johnson Execs Join ACI's Board

7/2/2021
Annual PuroClean Convention Celebrates Post-Pandemic Unity

7/1/2021
ASHRAE Members Recognized For Professional Achievements

7/1/2021
Supreme Court Refuses To Hear Transgender Restroom Case

7/1/2021
Help With Employee Onboarding And Retention In 2021

7/1/2021
ACI Urges Congress To Support EPA Safer Choice Program

BOUNCING BACK June 2021
2021 Building Service Contractor Market Report

GETTING STARTED June 2021
Jan/San Distributors Give Advice On Private Labeling Products

6/30/2021
ACLU Files Lawsuit Against Tennessee's Restroom Sign Law

6/30/2021
TerraCycle Regulated Waste Launches New Website

6/30/2021
2021 USGBC Mid-Atlantic, Northeast Region Leadership Award Winners Named

June 2021
Custodial Work In The 21st Century

A BORN LEADER June 2021
The Ultimate Custodian

6/29/2021
National Association Of Wholesaler-Distributors Donates $1 Million In PPE

6/29/2021
ISSA Hygieia Network Solicits Nominations For Annual Awards

6/29/2021
GOJO Enhances Manufacturing Capacity For PURELL

6/29/2021
Distillery Recalls Hand Sanitizer Because It Looks Like Beverage

6/29/2021
Chicago Public Schools Will Manage Its Own Facilities

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE June 2021
Faces Of The Frontline Honors Hermenegildo Cruz

6/28/2021
PathoSans Gets New Look

6/28/2021
CSM America Joins NSA

SELLING SUSTAINABILITY June 2021
How Distributors Can Manage Sustainability Requests

SELLING SUSTAINABILITY June 2021
Importing Metrics For Sustainability Reporting

6/28/2021
Small Businesses Are Struggling To Hire

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE June 2021
Faces Of The Frontline Honors Rice University's Guadalupe Mayer

6/25/2021
43-Year Industry Vet Announces Retirement

6/25/2021
American Cleaning Institute Launches New Toolkit

6/25/2021
5 Benefits Of Testing The Skills Of Workers

6/25/2021
WorkWave Acquires Real Green Systems

CASE STUDY June 2021
Delivering A Superior Clean

DISCUSSING DISPENSER UPGRADES June 2021
Tips For Selling Touch-Free Dispensers

DISCUSSING DISPENSER UPGRADES June 2021
Evaluating Facility Dispenser Setups

DISCUSSING DISPENSER UPGRADES June 2021
Battery Selection For Soap Dispensers

6/24/2021
OSHA Offering Safety Training Grants

6/24/2021
Engineers, Manufacturers Hope To Eliminate Future Hand Sanitizer Shortages

6/24/2021
The Difference Between Sales Reps, Distributors And Manufacturer Reps

6/24/2021
Cleaning Franchisor Among Best Recession-Proof Businesses

6/24/2021
How New Pig Is Celebrating National Safety Month

6/23/2021
GoFundMe Set For Janitor Murdered Protecting Property He Cleaned

6/23/2021
ISSA Expands International Operations

6/23/2021
Canberra Corporation Hires District Sales Manager

NO SURFACE LEFT BEHIND June 2021
Hotspots To Look For When Cleaning Restrooms

NO SURFACE LEFT BEHIND June 2021
Floor Care Key To Hygienic Restrooms

POINTS OF INSPECTION June 2021
5 Common Hiding Places For Pests

FREETIME: A THEATER DREAM COME TRUE June 2021
HOSPECO Manager Directs Musicals In Free Time

6/22/2021
USGBC Names West North Central Region Leadership Award Winners

6/22/2021
Eagle Enterprises Joins NSA

6/22/2021
Teen's Invention Helps Keep Restaurant Silverware Away From Germs

6/22/2021
Airport Janitor Returns Bag Of Lost Money To Passenger

6/22/2021
5 Lessons The Cleaning Industry Learned From COVID

6/21/2021
$1.25 Billion In Aid Coming To Small Businesses

6/21/2021
UNLV Makes Makes Over 100 Single-Use Restrooms 'All Gender'

6/21/2021
Medical Facilities Cited For Exposing Workers To COVID-19

6/21/2021
Couple Opens California Commercial Cleaning Franchise

FROM THE EDITOR: SURVEY OFFERS SNAPSHOT OF BSC MARKET June 2021
Diversified Services Key To BSC Profits

PROJECT RED PROMOTES GREEN June 2021
University Highlights Sustainability In Mentorship Program

FROM THE EDITOR: PASSING ON PRICE INCREASES June 2021
How To Discuss Pricing With Customers

6/18/2021
UNX Adds Territory Manager

6/18/2021
National Service Alliance Admits New Member

6/18/2021
Custodian Wins $40,000 COVID Vaccine Lottery

6/18/2021
ABM Program To Save School District $4.6 Million

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE June 2021
Best Practices In Commercial Cleaning Post COVID

6/17/2021
Clean Team Now Serving New Jersey And Pennsylvania

6/17/2021
Protests Held In Honor Of Justice For Janitors Day

6/17/2021
Study: Businesses Have Been Unsuccessful At Improving IAQ

6/17/2021
GBAC Improves Its Online Fundamentals Course

6/17/2021
Some Employees Rather Quit Than Give Up Remote Work

MANAGEMENT COLUMN: JANITORS TO THE CORE June 2021
Maintaining Respect For Custodians Amid Reopening

6/16/2021
CleanLink To Host Free Virtual Roundtable On Tuesday

6/16/2021
Counterfeit PPE Remains A Problem

6/16/2021
USGBC Announces Pacific Region Leadership Award Winners

6/16/2021
Another Office Pride Franchise Opens Up

6/15/2021
BSC Hires One, Promotes Another

6/15/2021
Cleaning Franchise Moves To East Tennessee

6/15/2021
Celebrating National Safety Month

TALKING STRATEGY June 2021
Perceptions Of Cleaning And Management Hurdles

TALKING STRATEGY June 2021
Cleaning Facilities As Pandemic Threats Recede

6/14/2021
California OSHA Mulling No Masks For Vaccinated Workers

6/14/2021
Case Study: How School District Provides Healthy Learning Environment

6/14/2021
UNX Continues Growth With New Hire

6/14/2021
Help Create An IAQ Standard For Schools

6/11/2021
St. Louis Father-Son Duo Open Cleaning Franchise

6/11/2021
NACD Welcomes White House Action To Improve Supply Chain

6/11/2021
BSCAI Scholarship For Higher Education Now Open

6/11/2021
Employee Turnover Due To Race Issues Costs Businesses Billions

6/11/2021
Why Prices May Go Up For Cleaning Products And Equipment

FOLLOWING THE STEPS June 2021
Floor Care Tips As Facilities Reopen

FOLLOWING THE STEPS June 2021
Machine Maintenance Prevents Infection Spread

FOLLOWING THE STEPS June 2021
What To Look For During Floor Machine Inspection

FOLLOWING THE STEPS June 2021
Disinfecting Floors Can Cause Harm

6/10/2021
DOL Grants Encourage Hiring Homeless Veterans

6/10/2021
The 5 Finalists For Canada's Best Restroom Contest

6/10/2021
Anago Cleaning Systems CEO Joined Forbes Business Council

6/10/2021
Sustainability And The Future Of Commercial Cleaning

6/10/2021
Late Vet And School Custodian Honored

CASE STUDY June 2021
Extension Vacuum System Simplifies Dust Cleaning

6/9/2021
Jan/San Distributor Continues Acquisition Spree

6/9/2021
Ruling Opposes Temporary Status For Illegal Immigrants

6/9/2021
More Executives Are Prioritizing Environmental, Social Goals

6/9/2021
Diamond Princess Cruise Ship Cleaned Using Team Approach

6/9/2021
Create A COVID-19 Reentry Task Force

6/8/2021
Cintas Soars Up Fortune 500 List

6/8/2021
Students Help Beloved Custodian Celebrate His Graduation

6/8/2021
IICRC Seeks Help Making New Standards

6/7/2021
Chicago Cubs' Wrigley Field Earns GBAC STAR

6/7/2021
Retain Staff By Understanding Them

6/7/2021
SEIU Mourns Death Of Trailblazing Union President

6/7/2021
Essity Fills Important New Executive Management Role

6/7/2021
The Top 5 CleanLink Stories Of May

FROM THE EDITOR: A CLEANING AUDIT WILL VALIDATE YOUR EFFORTS June 2021
How To Evaluate Your Cleaning Program

6/4/2021
IICRC Accepting 2021 Hall Of Fame Nominations

6/4/2021
Segura & Associates Announces Important Hire

6/4/2021
'Bathroom Sign Bill' Violators Could Be Jailed

6/4/2021
Retired Military Vet Launches Cleaning Franchise

6/3/2021
Maintaining The Improved Perception Of Cleaning Workers

6/3/2021
Cintas' Design Collective Donates 250K Masks

6/3/2021
NACD Celebrates 50 Years By Ringing NYSE's Closing Bell

6/2/2021
Study: Latino Janitors Were Major Asset During Pandemic

6/2/2021
10 Tips For Improving Employee Retention

6/2/2021
Charitable Challenge Brings Hand Washing Access To Navajo Nation

6/2/2021
Famed Former Georgia-Pacific CEO A.D. Correll Dies At 80

6/1/2021
What Did The Cleaning Industry Learn From COVID?

6/1/2021
4M Building Solutions Shakes Up Staff

6/1/2021
State Senators Support Library Janitors' Fight To Keep Jobs

6/1/2021
Cleaning Franchisee Among The Best For Women

5/28/2021
NanoTouch Materials Adds To Leadership Team

5/28/2021
Survey Provides Update On Hand Hygiene Habits

5/28/2021
6 Tips To Aiding The Return To Work

5/28/2021
Triple S Announces Partnership

5/27/2021
ONLINE ONLY: Cleaning CEO Talks EVS Successes And Best Practices

5/27/2021
Study Examines Support For Arming School Custodians

5/27/2021
Consumers Wants Brands To Prioritize People, The Planet

5/27/2021
Federal Rule Adds 22,000 Temporary Work Visas

5/27/2021
OSHA Hearing Will Discuss Updates To Hazard Communication Standard

5/26/2021
FDA Hand Sanitizer Recalls Near 250

5/26/2021
Americans Support Sustainable Cleaning In Commercial Facilities

5/26/2021
Nominations Sought For Guest Room Attendant Award

5/25/2021
Delta-Q Launches Battery Compatibility Program

5/25/2021
How To Improve The Employee Experience

5/25/2021
Campaign Promotes Commercial Cleaning

5/24/2021
Supply Chain Software Company Earns New Certification

5/24/2021
Wholesale Distributor Holds Successful Facility And Equipment Expo

5/24/2021
Planning A New Hire's First 90 Days

5/24/2021
Number Of Hand Sanitizer Units In Facilities Have Doubled

5/24/2021
Chemical Distributors Raise Concern With OSHA Proposal

5/21/2021
Wristband Is Improving Handwashing Compliance

5/21/2021
Man Smokes While Applying Sanitizer, Starts Car Fire

5/21/2021
Cleaning Franchise The First To Earn GBAC STAR

5/21/2021
Couple Opens San Antonio-Area Cleaning Franchise

5/20/2021
Restroom Cleaning Simplified In Six Steps

5/20/2021
Employer’s Responsibilities After An Employee Is Injured At Work

5/20/2021
PuroClean's Success Continues In 2021

5/20/2021
4M Announces Important Hire, Promotions

5/20/2021
Servicon CEO On EVS, Now And In The Future

5/19/2021
Spartan Chemical Names Regional Manager

5/19/2021
Public School 'Bathroom Bill' Becomes Law In Tennessee

5/19/2021
A Recap Of The CDC's New Mask Guidance

5/19/2021
Professor Receives Award To Produce Environmentally-Friendly Disinfectant

5/19/2021
Acme Paper And Supply Celebrates 75 Years

5/18/2021
Investing In Mental Health Good For Business

5/18/2021
GBAC STAR Celebrates A Year Of Facility Accreditation

5/18/2021
PuroClean Signs National Deal With Property Management Company

5/18/2021
Texas Rangers, Reckitt Team Up To Disinfect Ballpark

5/18/2021
Professor: Workers To Bring About 'Great Resignation'

5/17/2021
8 Must Haves In Company Handbooks

EXECUTIVE INSIGHTS: GREG BUCHNER ON THE OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES OF 2021 April 2021
CleanOffice CEO Talks Pandemic, BSCAI Events

5/17/2021
Survey: Occupants Will Continue Demanding Cleanliness

5/17/2021
Milwaukee Bucks, SC Johnson Partner In Arena Sustainability Effort

5/17/2021
Revised Standard Published For Water Damage Restoration

THIS TEAM HAS A CRISIS CAPTAIN IN JILL DAVIE April 2021
Simplifying Cleaning Schedules

5/14/2021
Survey Shows Confidence In Supply Chain

5/14/2021
WorkWave Acquires Slingshot

5/14/2021
Cleaning The International Space Station

5/13/2021
Anago Cleaning Systems Adds Master Franchise In Texas

5/13/2021
Award Honoring EVS Workers Accepting Nominations

5/13/2021
Teen Installs Adult Changing Station Dedicated To Brother

5/13/2021
5 Ways To Improve An Employee Referral Program

5/13/2021
Cleaning Company Accused Of Breaking Labor Laws

5/12/2021
ACI Holding In-Person Convention In 2022

5/12/2021
Create A Culture That Values Franchisee Satisfaction

5/12/2021
Tork's Free Clean Hands Training Comes To Desktop

5/12/2021
Jan/San Manufacturing Company Is Creating Jobs

A SIMPLE TELEMARKETING SCRIPT April 2021
What To Say When Cold Calling Customers

5/11/2021
Nomination Period Ends Soon For Canada's Best Restroom

5/11/2021
Return To Office Creates Surge In Cleaning-Related Jobs

5/11/2021
College Student Develops Hand Sanitizing Wristbands

5/11/2021
Cincinnati-Area Schools Awarded AEDs

5/10/2021
Installation Of "Easier To Clean" Floors A Trend?

5/10/2021
Pro-Link Concludes Its Annual Meetings

5/10/2021
Department Of Labor To Withdraw Independent Contractor Rule

5/10/2021
The Top CleanLink Stories From April 2021

5/10/2021
8 Ways The Pandemic Reshaped The Janitorial Industry

April 2021
Cleaning Helps Prevent Viral And Bacterial Transmission

TARGETING PATHOGENS April 2021
Viruses And Bacteria: What's the Difference?

FILLING THAT EMPTY SEAT April 2021
Jan/San Sales Jobs Do Attract Young Workers

FILLING THAT EMPTY SEAT April 2021
What Gen Z And Millennial Workers Want

FILLING THAT EMPTY SEAT April 2021
Use Personality And Skills Tests When Hiring

5/7/2021
RWS Facility Services Hires VP

5/7/2021
Child Urges Congressman To Make Restrooms Handicap Accessible

5/7/2021
Customers Want To Bundle Cleaning Products

5/7/2021
ABCO Cleaning Products Expands Manufacturing Operations

5/7/2021
Labor Secretary: Some Gig Workers Should Be Considered Employees

5/6/2021
Another State Sees Its Minimum Wage Rise

5/6/2021
Pittsburgh Man Named 2021 Custodian Of The Year

5/6/2021
Diamond Chemical Hires Regional Sales Manager

5/6/2021
Waterless Co. Celebrates 30 Years

SELECTING THE RIGHT BACKPACK VACUUM April 2021
Tips For Purchasing Backpack Vacuums

SELECTING THE RIGHT BACKPACK VACUUM April 2021
Ergonomic Backpack Vacuum Features

SELECTING THE RIGHT BACKPACK VACUUM April 2021
Battery Vs. Corded Vacuums

BENEFITS OF BUYING GROUPS April 2021
Distributor Growth Areas And In-person Events

BENEFITS OF BUYING GROUPS April 2021
Buying Groups Help With Supply Chain Issues

5/5/2021
Tips To Consider On World Hand Hygiene Day

5/5/2021
Scientists Suggest Exposure To 'Good Germs'

5/5/2021
Hill & Markes To Host Facility & Equipment Expo

5/5/2021
IICRC Opens Board Of Directors Nominations

5/4/2021
Delta-Q Names New VP

5/4/2021
New Research On Health-Based Cleaning Unveiled

5/4/2021
FDA Asked To Withdraw Hand Sanitizer Guidance

5/4/2021
Kutol Launches New Website

5/4/2021
Dog Sniffs Out COVID For Hospitals

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE April 2021
4M Building Solutions' Hernan Segura Honored

CLEANING SMARTER April 2021
Benefits Of Restroom IoT Products

CLEANING SMARTER April 2021
Software Simplifies Dispenser Upkeep, Workflow

CLEANING SMARTER April 2021
Scheduling & Managing Inventory With IoT

5/3/2021
Federal Contractors Must Pay $15 Minimum Wage

5/3/2021
ASHRAE Supports USGBC Report On School IAQ

5/3/2021
Vectair Names SVP Of Sales

5/3/2021
Aramark To Acquire Next Level Hospitality

5/3/2021
Study: Touchless Restroom Features Convey Facility Cleanliness

4/30/2021
Hand Hygiene Falls Back To Pre-COVID Levels

4/30/2021
Woman Beats Cancer, Pandemic While Running Cleaning Business

4/30/2021
National Service Alliance Welcomes New Members

4/30/2021
milliCare Celebrates 25 Years Of Business

4/30/2021
Motion Industries Names Its Supplier Of The Year

TAKING CHARGE April 2021
Common Battery Maintenance Mistakes

FREETIME: LOVE AND WRESTLING April 2021
KSS Enterprises Consultant Motivated By Coaching Son

BSCAI COVID-19 DISINFECTION & SAFETY COURSE/CERTIFICATE April 2021
Disinfection Course Available For Frontline Workers

4/29/2021
Ecocleen Makes Sustainability-Oriented Hire

4/29/2021
Study: Hospitals Spearheading Surface Disinfectant Sales

4/29/2021
Next-Gen Supply To Acquire Simplex Janitorial Supply

4/29/2021
Employee Tax Credits Offered In Exchange For Vaccination

4/28/2021
Former EPA Admin To Advise Compology

4/28/2021
State's Overtime Wage Law Favors Employees

4/28/2021
Kärcher And R-Zero Partner To Deliver Disinfection Solution

4/28/2021
University Students Fight For Free Menstrual Products

4/28/2021
NBA, NHL Arenas Earn GBAC STAR

PREVENT THE HAZARD April 2021
Tips For Preventing Slip-And-Fall Accidents

PREVENT THE HAZARD April 2021
Risk Assessment Plans, Signage Improve Safety

PREVENT THE HAZARD April 2021
How To Select Floor Mats

4/27/2021
5 Ways To Command Respect In The Workplace

4/27/2021
Virucide Disinfectant Approved For Commercial Use

4/27/2021
Ultra Chem Labs Supports Texas Disaster Relief

4/27/2021
Case Study: Schools Use On-Site Generation To Clean

4/27/2021
Manager Reaches 10-Year Milestone

BSCAI GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS WEBINAR: WASHINGTON POLICY UPDATE April 2021
BSCAI Federal Policy Webinar Available

TAKING CHARGE April 2021
Distributor Guidance Key To Battery Care

TAKING CHARGE April 2021
How To Properly Charge Batteries

4/26/2021
R.J. Schinner Adds To Its National Account Team

4/26/2021
Cintas Named A Champion Of Diversity

4/26/2021
Delta-Q And EnerSys Celebrate Milestone

ROLLING WITH THE PUNCHES April 2021
Hybrid Learning Enhances School Cleaning

ROLLING WITH THE PUNCHES April 2021
Boosting Morale Amid Pandemic Stress

A HOLISTIC HANDWASHING APPROACH April 2021
Hand Hygiene Tips For Healthcare Facilities

A HOLISTIC HANDWASHING APPROACH April 2021
Key Locations For Hand Sanitizer Stations

4/23/2021
Are Carbon Labels Coming To Professional Cleaning?

4/23/2021
Lawmakers OK Anti-Transgender Restroom Use Bill

4/23/2021
$20K In Back Wages Recovered For Janitors

4/23/2021
Mister Kleen Makes Donation To Neighborhood Health

4/23/2021
PathoSans To Receive Virginia Green Travel Leader Award

SET THE COURSE April 2021
How To Recruit And Retain Clients

SET THE COURSE April 2021
Earn Customer Trust Through Consulting

4/22/2021
Custodian Claims He Was Fired For Taking COVID Leave

4/22/2021
Study: How Toilet Flushing Could Spread COVID-19

4/22/2021
GenEon Technologies Product Added To List N

4/22/2021
Cleaning For A Reason Week Continues

STRATEGIC SELL: POST-COVID SALES SUCCESS April 2021
Four Steps To Sales Transformation In 2021

4/21/2021
Survey: Americans' Expectations Of "Clean" Changed Forever

4/21/2021
Employer Of The Blind Improves Its Tissue And Towel Line

4/21/2021
Scientist-Made Superbug Eats Sewage From Toilets

FROM THE EDITOR: SPEAK UP AND GO FOR IT April 2021
Confidence Is Key To Cold Calling

4/21/2021
MLB Ballpark Made Safer With SC Johnson Pro Products

4/21/2021
Company Earns Green Seal’s Innovation Certification

KEEPING DOORS OPEN April 2021
Tips For Improving Employee Morale

4/20/2021
Plus One Robotics VP Makes Forbes' Communications Council

4/20/2021
Helping Custodial Staff Clean San Diego State Campus

4/20/2021
Half Of U.S. Workers Struggle With Substance Abuse

4/20/2021
Impressive Restroom Disguised As Big Concrete Block

FROM THE EDITOR: LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE PANDEMIC April 2021
Technology Propels Jan/San Distributors

4/19/2021
Q&A: Brewers On How They're Cleaning Against COVID

4/19/2021
ACI Launches ‘Cleaning Is Caring’ Initiative

4/19/2021
Acme Paper Hosts Vendor Appreciation Event

4/19/2021
HOSPECO Names National Sales Director

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE April 2021
Faces of the Frontline Honors Eugene Brockman

4/16/2021
Woman Travels World Studying Public Restrooms

4/16/2021
11 Ways To Protect Theater Patrons From Germs

4/16/2021
Diamond Chemical Company Hires Technical Service Rep

4/16/2021
Avetta Appoints New COO, CFO

CASE STUDY April 2021
Vacuums Help Modernize Campus Cleaning

4/15/2021
Office Pride Among Nation's Best Low-Cost Franchises

4/15/2021
ISSA Hygieia Network Unveils New Logo

4/15/2021
Standard For Cleaning HVAC Systems Updated

4/15/2021
Lawsuit Alleges Janitorial Company Exploited Immigrant Workers

4/15/2021
Kentucky Bill Protects Businesses From Pandemic Liability

4/14/2021
GBAC Responds To CDC's Updated COVID Guidelines

4/14/2021
Popular 'America's Best Restroom Contest' Has Started

4/14/2021
300 Restrooms Go Gender-Neutral In St. Louis Area

MANAGEMENT COLUMN: PAVING THE PATH FORWARD April 2021
It's Time To Reconsider Team Cleaning

4/13/2021
400,000 Electrostatic Sprayers Recalled

4/13/2021
Survey: Americans Want Touchless Restroom Features

4/13/2021
Last Chance To Vote For The Custodian Of The Year

4/13/2021
Motion Industries Names Director Of Corporate Development

4/13/2021
Olmsted-Kirk Recognizes Spartan Vendor Reps Of The Year

4/12/2021
Sanitary Maintenance Names 2021 Distributor Choice Award Winners

4/12/2021
HCPA: Disinfectants Are Important Despite CDC's New COVID Guidance

4/12/2021
RD Industries Promotes New President

FROM THE EDITOR: SUSTAINABILITY CAN STILL SHINE April 2021
Promote Green Cleaning On Earth Day

4/12/2021
5 Janitorial Marketing Ideas To Revive Your Social Media

4/12/2021
Entrepreneur Ranks Anago Among Top Franchises

4/9/2021
Study Questions Amount Of Disinfectant Needed To Combat COVID

4/9/2021
Characteristics Of A Good Leader

4/9/2021
Noninfluenza Virus Death Rates Similar To Flu

4/9/2021
Wholesale Distributors Donate PPE To NFL Stadium Vaccination Sites

4/9/2021
KAMO Facilities Solutions & Supplies Acquires Paper Company

4/8/2021
ACI Urges FDA To Address Hand Sanitizer Concerns

4/8/2021
What Parents Think About School Cleanliness

4/8/2021
Clorox Becomes Official Disinfectant Of NBA Arena

4/8/2021
CDC Updates Guidance For Cleaning Facilities

4/7/2021
IRS Gives Guidance For Claiming Employee Retention Credit

4/7/2021
Imperial Dade Acquires Dalco

4/7/2021
Top CleanLink Stories From March

4/7/2021
Milhench Supply Donates $30K To Local Charities

4/7/2021
UNX Hires Four Staff Members

4/6/2021
Happy Hands Contest Winners Named

4/6/2021
Employee Turnover Rising For Small Businesses

4/6/2021
Healthy Green Schools & Colleges Seeks New Program Members

4/6/2021
Image One Awards Franchises To Veterans

4/6/2021
Annual APIC Conference Will Be Virtual

4/5/2021
Kleenco Group Merges Own Business Entities

4/5/2021
Some Hand Sanitizers Heavily Contain Cancer-Causing Benzene

4/5/2021
Feminine Hygiene Market To Grow

4/5/2021
Germinator Mobile Sanitizing And Disinfecting Expands West

4/5/2021
Bill Would Make Public Buildings More Energy Efficient

4/1/2021
The Impact Of Minimum Wage And AI On Employment

4/1/2021
Fenway Park Opens Season With New Disinfection Plan

4/1/2021
COVID Variants Have Caused 10K U.S. Infections

4/1/2021
Anago Cleaning Systems Honors Its Top Franchises

3/31/2021
Zep Helps Businesses Improve Infection Prevention

3/31/2021
Vectair Systems Hires CFO

3/31/2021
Public Continues To Show More Support For Custodians

3/31/2021
Celebrating National Cleaning Week

3/31/2021
BSC Hires Two New Employees

3/30/2021
CCLS Named Ecolab Partner Of The Year

3/30/2021
Green Cleaning Will Be Stronger Than Ever

3/30/2021
Hundreds Of Janitors Walk Off Job In Strike

3/30/2021
Reduce Turnover Costs By Rehiring Former Workers

3/30/2021
Germinator Honored On Entrepreneur's Top Franchises List

3/29/2021
ISSA Scholars Accepting Applications For 2021-2022 School Year

3/29/2021
Survey Reveals Social Stigmas In Restrooms

3/29/2021
Americans Now More Likely To Patronize Clean Places

3/29/2021
Spartan Chemical Manager Honored

3/29/2021
Partnership Provides UV-C Disinfecting In Nursing Homes

3/26/2021
Why Regularly Cleaning Around Urinals Is A Must

3/26/2021
Large County Makes Move To End Period Poverty

3/26/2021
Chicagoland Custodian Named One Of The Nation's Best

3/26/2021
Gordon Brush Acquires An Interest In P.S. Creations

3/26/2021
Victory Innovations Expands 'Keep Kids Healthy' Initiative

3/25/2021
BSC Holds Annual Award Ceremony

3/25/2021
NACD Welcomes Michael Regan As EPA Administrator

3/25/2021
American Hand Sanitizer Recalled For Looking Like Water Bottles

3/25/2021
3 MLB Ballparks Earn GBAC STAR Before Opening Day

3/25/2021
Contec Reaches Business Partnership With Toolflex

3/24/2021
Inc. Honors PuroClean For Business Growth

3/24/2021
How Technology Transformed The Commercial Cleaning Industry

3/24/2021
Researchers: Hand Dryer Market Expected To Grow

3/24/2021
Healthy Workplaces Act Introduced In U.S. House of Representatives

3/24/2021
Brady and IFS Acquire Elkins Wholesale

3/23/2021
Iconic Navy Pier, TD Garden Earn GBAC STAR

3/23/2021
Office Pride Opens Another Franchise

3/23/2021
Green Cleaning Expert Holding Online Earth Day Conversations

3/23/2021
Congresswoman Proposes Bill Supporting Green Rooftops At Schools

3/23/2021
Custodian Who Walks To School Gifted Car

3/22/2021
Five Tips To Selecting Carpet Machines

3/22/2021
3 Foot Social Distancing Rule Considered By Schools

3/22/2021
Study: Contamination Rates Of Hand Dryers And Paper Towels

3/22/2021
Essity Recognized For Leadership In Sustainability

3/19/2021
Program Protects Workers From COVID Issues

3/19/2021
Jan/San Distributor Continues To Make Acquisitions

3/19/2021
Picture Of Custodian Comforting Students Goes Viral

3/19/2021
National Cleaning Week Starts Soon

3/18/2021
AAA's School Safety Patrol Program Turns 100

3/18/2021
Canberra Announces A New Hire

3/18/2021
Bundling Products And Services Attracts Customers

3/18/2021
Custodian Of The Year Finalists Identified

3/18/2021
Leading Products As Distributor Choice Award Winds Down

3/17/2021
Study Finds Safety Concerns With Air Purifiers

3/17/2021
Cheap Ways To Improve Employee Turnover

LUKE TAKES THE REINS February 2021
Helping BSCs Traverse Changing Events, Networking And Governmental Issues

LUKE TAKES THE REINS February 2021
Outlining The Value Of A BSCAI Membership

3/17/2021
Healthy Green Schools & Colleges Seeks Facility Managers' Input

3/17/2021
USGBC Expands LEED Earth To Communities

3/17/2021
Less Alcohol Can Make A Better Disinfectant

LUKE TAKES THE REINS February 2021
BSCAI President Discusses 2021 Plans And Emerging From The Pandemic

3/16/2021
ACS Hires Director Of Foodservice Sales

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE February 2021
11 Tips To Crush Your Next Online Presentation

3/16/2021
How Different Generations View Work-Life Balance

3/16/2021
Coalition Supports Healthy And Safe Workplace Tax Credit

3/16/2021
Distributor Promotes Two Executive Vice Presidents

3/15/2021
Employees Crave Appreciation From Bosses

3/15/2021
Healthcare Setting Not A Higher Risk For Coronavirus Infection

3/15/2021
Georgia-Pacific Announces Big Hire

3/15/2021
milliCare Launches New Web Interview Series

3/15/2021
Essity Publishes Sustainability Report

TOP PRODUCTS FOR HAND HYGIENE February 2021
Handwashing Stations Pivotal To Infection Control

TOP PRODUCTS FOR HAND HYGIENE February 2021
Selecting Soaps, Sanitizers For Facility Customers

QUALITY FLOOR CARE PROGRAMS PREVENT GERMS, PROMOTE HEALTH February 2021
Certified Products Prevent Greenwashing

IN THE FIELD February 2021
Quality Floor Care Programs Prevent Germs, Promote Health

3/12/2021
IICRC Opens Nominations For Awards

3/12/2021
Miami Janitor Cooks 1K Free Meals A Week

3/12/2021
'Displaced Janitor And Hotel Workers' Bill Proposed

3/11/2021
Three Tips To Tackling Ceiling Cleaning

3/11/2021
Robotic Cleaning Company Expands Distribution

3/11/2021
New Perforated Towel Line Goes Live

3/11/2021
How UC Riverside Has Kept Campus Clean

3/11/2021
Military Veteran Celebrates 35 Years Of Franchising

3/10/2021
Wooster Products Celebrates 100 Years

3/10/2021
CEO Writes Poem Dedicated To Janitors

3/10/2021
Survey: Men Actually Washing Hands Better Than Women

3/9/2021
TASKI Upgrades Website, Launching App

3/9/2021
Canberra Promotes New V.P. Of Sales

3/9/2021
State Law Gives Businesses COVID Liability Protections

3/9/2021
Hong Kong Researchers Develop Autonomous UV-C Robot

3/9/2021
Green Seal Awards First Hand Sanitizer Certifications

3/8/2021
Truliant Names Director of Facilities

3/8/2021
USAA Achieves WELL Building Healthy-Safety Rating

3/8/2021
Milwaukee Bucks Introduce "Hand Sanitizer Cam" At Games

3/8/2021
Universities, Colleges To Launch Infection Control Programs

3/8/2021
Probiotic Surface Cleaner Could Significantly Reduce HAIs

MARSDEN SERVICES WON THE SUPER BOWL OF CLEANING CONTRACTS February 2021
Vendor Partnership Key To Super Bowl Contract

RECALCULATING FACILITY FLOOR CARE PLANS February 2021
Distributor Consulting Key To Facility Floor Care

RECALCULATING FACILITY FLOOR CARE PLANS February 2021
Robotic Cleaning Equipment ROI

RECALCULATING FACILITY FLOOR CARE PLANS February 2021
Data Management Boosts Floor Care Efficiency

NEXT UP February 2021
BSC Leaders Share Tips For Young Managers

NEXT UP February 2021
Digital Marketing Crucial Amid Pandemic

NEXT UP February 2021
Diversified Cleaning Services Retains, Expands Clientele

NEXT UP February 2021
Proper Delegation Improves Management, Hiring Process

3/5/2021
The Top CleanLink Stories From February

3/5/2021
SP Richards Chosen As A 2020 Betco Partnership Award Recipient

3/5/2021
IRS Advice For Employee Retention Credit Claims

3/5/2021
How One World Trade Center's Restrooms Were Upgraded

3/5/2021
View Of Updated BSR/IICRC S100 Standard Available

3/4/2021
Clean Workspace, IAQ Preferred Over High Pay

3/4/2021
Early Leaders Of 2021 Distributor Choice Award Named

3/4/2021
BSC Promotes Account Manager, Hires Business Director

3/4/2021
New Resource On Quaternary Ammonium Disinfectants

3/4/2021
Distributor Of Facility Solutions Renamed

EMBRACE VIRTUAL February 2021
Preventing Video Conferencing Fatigue

EMBRACE VIRTUAL February 2021
Preparing For Virtual Events, Trade Shows

EMBRACE VIRTUAL February 2021
Tips For Virtual Business Success

COVID-19 AND VACCINES: CAN YOU MANDATE THAT EMPLOYEES GET THEM? February 2021
Understanding Employer-Mandated COVID-19 Vaccinations

3/3/2021
MedStar Harbor Hospital First To Offer Automated Workforce Management

3/3/2021
Tennant Company Sells Its Coatings Business

3/3/2021
Industry Members Launch Scholarship For GBAC Education

3/3/2021
Study: COVID-19 Can Live On Clothing For Days

3/3/2021
Focus Shifting Back To Green Cleaning

3/2/2021
Jan/San Company Acquired

3/2/2021
Bradley Corp. Celebrates 100 Years Of Making Washroom Fixtures

3/2/2021
Office Pride Franchise Launched In Kentucky

MAKING TECHNOLOGY AN ASSET February 2021
Software Manufacturers Discuss How Tech Can Help Distributors

BSCAI'S COVID-19 DISINFECTION & SAFETY COURSE NOW AVAILABLE IN SPANISH February 2021
COVID-19 Certification Course For BSCs

OPTIMIZED VACUUMS PROMOTE IAQ February 2021
Vacuum Setup Key To Quality Carpet Care

3/1/2021
California Restoration Company Providing Texas Storm Relief

3/1/2021
Canberra Corporation Names New President

3/1/2021
Lessons Learned From COVID

3/1/2021
Embracing Green Offices

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE February 2021
Jacqueline Roberts Excels Through Consistency

2/26/2021
Cleaning To Combat Enveloped Viruses

2/26/2021
Simon Institute Appoints Board Members

2/26/2021
GSF Program Earns Green Seal Certification

2/26/2021
Sodexo Introduces $10M Scholarship For Students Attending HBCUs

2/26/2021
Pizza Company Feeds Facility Staff Who Cared For Campus During Texas Storms

2/25/2021
Hand Sanitizer Brand Plans To Help Schools Reopen

2/25/2021
Tips For Keeping Restrooms Safe And Healthy

2/25/2021
Distributor Promotes 7 To Management Positions

2/25/2021
Avetta Recognized For Educating Supply Chain During Pandemic

2/25/2021
Steps Taken To Improve Relief For Small Businesses

JUSTIFYING PRICE INCREASES February 2021
Selling Service Key To BSC Price Increases

MAKING MUSIC February 2021
Alliance Marketing President Blends Music With Business

2/24/2021
Discounts Call Into Question The Value Of Your Product

2/24/2021
Miami Marlins Focus On Disinfection Protocols

2/24/2021
ABM Launches First Ever National TV Commercial

LEARNING FROM OUR EXPERIENCES February 2021
Training, Supply Management Improves Cleaning Protocols

2/23/2021
4M Building Solutions Named A Top Employer By Forbes

2/23/2021
IIRCRC Announces New Contents Processing Technician Certification

2/23/2021
The Reasons Americans Are Choosing To Stick With Jobs

2/23/2021
CASE STUDY: University of Kentucky Capitalizes On Digital Management Software

RECAPTURING SALES GROWTH IN 2021 February 2021
Distributors Differentiate From Competitors Ahead Of A Post-COVID Economy

JOIN US FOR THE BSCAI LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE February 2021
CEO Leadership Institute Now Virtual

2/22/2021
How To Take Better Care Of Custodians

2/22/2021
Servicon Sponsoring Mentoring Program For Women

2/22/2021
National Air Duct Cleaners Association Adds To Its Board

2/22/2021
New GBAC STAR Accreditation Launched For BSCs

2/22/2021
Increased Cleaning Product Use An Issue For Asthma Sufferers

ZOOMING OUT February 2021
Big Picture Cleaning: Indoor Environments Must Be Kept Healthy

2/19/2021
ISSA Partnership Aids Facility Management Pros In Schools

2/19/2021
Guidance Given For HVAC Controls At Healthcare Facilities

2/19/2021
Jan/San Distributor Helps Keep Local Businesses Open Through Supplies

2/19/2021
Prepare For Employee Appreciation Day

2/19/2021
Tips For Hiring Good Salespeople

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE February 2021
BSCAI Event To Share Leadership Strategies

CASE STUDY February 2021
To Rise LLC Maximizes Profitability With Intelligent ERP Forecasting

2/18/2021
Report Features Best Practices For Chemical Management

2/18/2021
OSHA Proposes Improvement Of Safety Data Sheets, Chemical Labels

2/18/2021
COVID Driving Big Growth For Antimicrobial Industry

2/18/2021
BSCAI Announces 2021 Board of Directors

2/18/2021
Disinfectant Manufacturer Donates Product To Ronald McDonald House

EDITOR'S NOTE February 2021
Positioned For The Future: Distributors Embrace Virtual

A LESSON IN CLEANING February 2021
Cooperative Cleaning Helps Schools Reopen

TEAM APPROACH February 2021
Keep It Simple When Disinfecting

2/17/2021
ABM Partnership To Support Healthy Return For Entertainment Venues

2/17/2021
CDC Releases New Guidance For Safe Return To Schools

2/17/2021
Network Services Company Hires Exec

2/17/2021
ASHRAE Conference To Be Held Virtually

2/17/2021
SBA: $200B In Loans Have Been Given To Businesses

2/17/2021
CASE STUDY: University of Virginia Streamlines Operations Using Software

FROM THE EDITOR February 2021
Finding And Keeping The Right People

2/16/2021
Registration For Executive Management Conference Now Open

2/16/2021
UNX Industries Hires Manager

2/16/2021
Case Study: City Of Chicago IDs Products That Protect Health

2/16/2021
Experts: Coronavirus Likely To Be A Long-Term Issue

2/16/2021
High School Using UV Tech To Kill Germs

CHANGE IS GOOD February 2021
Reevaluate Cleaning Techniques As Facilities Open

February 2021
Improving Cleaning Policies And Procedures

February 2021
How To Protect Frontline Janitors, Building Occupants

ALL EYES ON DISINFECTING February 2021
Cleaning Before Disinfecting Essential For Spraying

ALL EYES ON DISINFECTING February 2021
Electrostatic Efficiently Targets Germs

ALL EYES ON DISINFECTING February 2021
Tips For Safe Spraying, Chemical Purchasing

2/12/2021
Contractors Benefit From BSCAI Leadership Event

2/12/2021
University Launches Free Online Infection Prevention Course

2/12/2021
Paper Company Welcomes New Leadership

2/12/2021
Bad Handwashing Habits Return

2/12/2021
Bill Would Bring Rapid Testing, PPE To Small Businesses

2/11/2021
4M Building Solutions Promotes New Managers

2/11/2021
ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force Releases Updated Building Readiness Guide

2/11/2021
ACI, Manufactures Ask EPA To Restore Safer Choice Program

2/11/2021
Number Of Job Openings Relatively Unchanged To End 2020

2/10/2021
Top 10 States For LEED

2/10/2021
GBAC To Collaborate With Airport Executives

2/10/2021
Avision Sales Group Completes Six Add-On Acquisitions

2/10/2021
CDC: Flu Rates Remain 'Unusually Low'

EDITOR'S NOTE February 2021
Focusing On The Positives: Cleaning Appreciation A Pandemic Silver Lining

2/9/2021
ISSA & Informa Markets Solidify Partnership In China

2/9/2021
Finalists For Custodial Award Announced

2/9/2021
Hand Sanitizers Are Being Recalled In Canada, Too

2/9/2021
Celebrating Custodians In Feel-Good Sports Stories

2/8/2021
Ashkin Joins LEED Technical Advisory Board

2/8/2021
CIRI To Host Healthy Buildings 2021 - America Conference

2/8/2021
GP Pro Product Named Best Workplace Solution Of 2020

2/8/2021
CDC Creates Materials Employers Can Use To Encourage Vaccination

2/8/2021
Millions Watch YouTube Videos Of Others Cleaning

2/5/2021
Tips For Public Restroom Hygiene

2/5/2021
Anago Cleaning Systems Named A Top Franchise

2/5/2021
Tom Brady Once Thrived At Cleaning Work

2/5/2021
How Hotel Chains Are Being Cleaned

2/4/2021
City Expands Vaccination Eligibility To Janitors

2/4/2021
The Top CleanLink.com Stories Of January 2021

2/4/2021
Kid Builds Robotic Hand Sanitizer Dispenser

2/4/2021
35K Bottles Of Hand Sanitizer Being Provided At Super Bowl

2/4/2021
ABM Helps Schools Provide Healthy Shared Spaces

2/3/2021
SBA Hopes To Solve PPP Application Issues

2/3/2021
Employee Benefits That Help The Employer, Too

2/3/2021
OSHA Issues Improved COVID Prevention Guidance

2/3/2021
8th Annual Custodian Of The Year Contest Kicks-Off

2/3/2021
New Company Joins NSA

2/2/2021
Another City's Public Schools Stocked With Free Menstrual Product

2/2/2021
SC Johnson Pro Announced Dispenser Design Contest Finalists

2/2/2021
ISSA Hygieia Network's Leadership Conference Nears

2/2/2021
Toronto Neighborhood Gifting Janitors Free Valentine's Day Lunch

2/1/2021
ACI Hopes To Drive Passage of Federal Ingredient Communication Policy

2/1/2021
Home of Super Bowl LV Achieves GBAC STAR

2/1/2021
RD Industries Announces New Leadership

2/1/2021
Cascades Among The World's Most Sustainable Corporations

2/1/2021
How Minimum Wage Hike Impacts Janitors, Small Businesses

1/29/2021
Top Sanitary Maintenance Articles From 2020

1/29/2021
Ecoclean Hires New CEO

1/29/2021
Report Sheds Light On Serious Injuries At Work

1/29/2021
ABCO Cleaning Products Installs 2,000 Solar Panels At Honduras Facility

1/29/2021
Most Employees Don't Feel Totally Safe At The Workplace

1/28/2021
Experts Suggest Wearing Two Facemasks

1/28/2021
FDA Puts All Hand Sanitizer Made In Mexico On ‘Import Alert’

1/28/2021
PuroClean Continues To Climb Top 500 Franchise List

1/28/2021
Spartan Chemical VP Named Chairman Of HCPA Board

1/28/2021
Anago Cleaning System Welcomes Denver Franchise

1/27/2021
Top Facility Cleaning Decisions Articles From 2020

1/27/2021
Diversey Reaches Global Partnership With Solenis

1/27/2021
APIC Announces 2021 Strategic Partnerships

1/27/2021
RJ Schinner SVP Passes Away

1/27/2021
How Executive Orders Could Impact Business

1/26/2021
Russian Janitor Who Escaped Slave Labor Pursing Modeling Career

1/26/2021
Hand Sanitizer Dispensers At Eye-Level Are Hurting Kids

1/26/2021
2021 Trends That Will Impact Cleaning Contractors

1/26/2021
NACD Applauds Appointment Of STB Chair

1/26/2021
Truliant Names SVP Of Facilities & Administrative Services

1/25/2021
SC Johnson Donation Helps Vulnerable Children

1/25/2021
Pandemic Causing Uptick In Superbugs

1/25/2021
Ideas For Improving Employee Engagement

1/22/2021
Sodexo Names New SVP Of Business Development

1/22/2021
Office Pride Ranked Among Top Franchise Brands

1/22/2021
Trump Grants Clemency For Cleaning Business Owner

1/22/2021
Employers Can Withhold Payments On Deferred Social Security Taxes

1/21/2021
Time Running Out To Apply For 2021 Distributor Choice Awards

1/21/2021
Coalition Helps Minority-Owned Cleaning Companies Succeed

1/21/2021
60,000 PPP Loans Approved Last Week

1/21/2021
Top Risks For Business In 2021

1/21/2021
American Airlines Makes History With Cleaning Accreditation

1/20/2021
Bradley’s Washbar Wins Good Design Award

1/20/2021
LYNX Franchising Acquired by MidOcean Partners

1/20/2021
5 Health Risks Of Bad Handwashing

1/20/2021
Government Invests In Maker Of Hand Sanitizer, Disinfectant Bottles

1/20/2021
BSC Hires Regional Manager, Promotes Others

1/19/2021
Image One Celebrates 10th Franchise Anniversary

1/19/2021
GCJ Facility Services Launches New Website

1/19/2021
DOL Issues New Guidance For Work Permit Filing Requirements

1/19/2021
Texas Cleaning Company Thriving In First Years Of Existence

1/18/2021
Brady Welcomes V.P. Of Procurement

1/18/2021
Whittaker Celebrates 60 Years Of Carpet Cleaning

1/18/2021
Cleaning Accreditation Helps NBA Arenas Operate During Pandemic

1/15/2021
Ecocleen Eyes Growth With Two New Appointments

1/15/2021
4M Wins Two Industry Awards For Marketing Efforts

1/15/2021
Hopkins Discusses His Year As BSCAI President

1/15/2021
Penalty Amounts For OSHA Violations Increase Today

1/14/2021
The Top CleanLink Stories Of 2020

1/14/2021
AHE Presents 2020 Fellow Recipients

1/14/2021
Avision Sales Group Announces Mergers

1/14/2021
Germinator Mobile Sanitizing and Disinfecting Adds To Advisory Aboard

1/14/2021
Janitors Clean Up Mess At U.S. Capitol

1/13/2021
Factors To Consider Before Implementing Electrostatic Equipment

1/13/2021
White House To Be Deep Cleaned During President Switch

1/13/2021
Chemical Manufacturer Celebrates 80 Years In Business

1/13/2021
Cleaning Services Provider Opens Northern Illinois Location

1/13/2021
Study Explores The Future Of UV Disinfection

1/12/2021
BSC Puts Great Focus On Cleaning For Health

1/12/2021
Office Pride Named A Top 200 Franchise

1/12/2021
DOL Ruling Explains Difference Between Employees And Independent Contractors

PRIVATE LABEL November 2020
Six Package Design Trends For 2021

1/11/2021
School Custodian Makes Breakfast For Undernourished Kids

1/11/2021
Jail Changes Inmates' Lives By Training Them To Be Janitors

1/11/2021
How One Distributor Gave Back Over The Holidays

1/11/2021
New Standard Published For Inspection Of Hard Surface Floor Coverings

1/11/2021
Motion Industries Breaks Ground On New Facility

1/8/2021
Two Restoration Companies Merge

1/8/2021
NSA Gains Another New Member

1/7/2021
BSCAI Transitions CEO Seminar To A Virtual Event

1/6/2021
Study: COVID-19 Is 5 Times Deadlier Than Flu

1/6/2021
Imperial Dade Closes Another Acquisition

1/6/2021
Harris Williams Advises Brady Industries On Sale To Individual FoodService

1/6/2021
Belle Aire Creations Hires New CEO

1/6/2021
OSHA Issues Public Service Announcements On Workplace Safety

1/5/2021
20 States Where Minimum Wage Increased For 2021

1/5/2021
Safety Trafficking Software Reduces Accidents

1/5/2021
'Give Meaning to Your Cleaning' Celebrates One Year

1/5/2021
Distilleries Avoid Huge Fee For Making Pandemic Hand Sanitizer

1/4/2021
Service by Medallion Wins National Safety Award

1/4/2021
Stratus Building Solutions Expands To Northern California

1/4/2021
IICRC Joins Indoor Environmental Quality Group

1/4/2021
Touchless Handwashing Station Earns Girl Scouts Award

LEAD MEASURES ALL BSCS SHOULD BE TRACKING November 2020
Methods To Evaluate BSC Performance

I’M FINE! (AND OTHER COVID LIES) November 2020
Stress Management Tips For BSCs

12/30/2020
Educational Facility Managers Look Back At 2020

12/30/2020
APIC: Continue To Social Distance And Wear Masks

12/30/2020
American Airlines Arena, Others Earn GBAC STAR

12/30/2020
Brady Acquires Arkansas Jan/San Distributor

12/30/2020
Imperial Dade Announces 30th Acquisition Under Tillis Leadership

12/29/2020
Kalamazoo Buys A Portland Loo

12/29/2020
Survey: Nearly 1 In 5 Janitors Injured On The Job

12/29/2020
RAI Amsterdam Announces Interclean China 2021

12/29/2020
Unger Enterprises' OmniClean Wins Award

12/29/2020
Motion Industries CEO Honored By Birmingham Business Journal

12/28/2020
ISSA Show North America Recap

12/28/2020
PuroClean Joins Business Partnership

12/28/2020
Teacher's Donated Kidney Saves Janitor's Life

12/28/2020
How Workers Can Care For Frequently-Washed Winter Hands

12/23/2020
Distributor Raising Funds For Nonprofit

12/23/2020
How To Calculate The ROI On Company Culture

12/23/2020
Flu Activity Reaches Moderate Level In One State

12/23/2020
Kleenco Group Hires HR Director

12/23/2020
Combat Concerns With The Best Disinfection Practices

EVALUATING CLEANING TECHNOLOGIES November 2020
Tips For Choosing Between Infection Prevention Technologies

EVALUATING CLEANING TECHNOLOGIES November 2020
Evaluating Emerging Cleaning Technologies

12/22/2020
Two Disinfection Factors Not To Overlook

12/22/2020
APIC Supports COVID-19 Vaccinations

12/22/2020
Office Pride Named A Top Home-Based Franchise Opportunity

12/22/2020
State Requires Employers To Create COVID-19 Prevention Program

12/21/2020
P&G Announces 2021 CES Innovation Challenge Finalists

12/21/2020
140K Liters Of Dangerous Hand Sanitizer Confiscated In Europe

12/21/2020
Lack Of PPE, Infection Control Causes Mental Health Issues

12/21/2020
Fostering Employee Health In Auto Manufacturing Facilities

RENTING VS. OWNING COMMERCIAL CLEANING EQUIPMENT November 2020
Key Factors To Making Equipment Purchasing Decisions

12/18/2020
Ohio Custodian Strikes Friendship With Best Football Player In The State

12/18/2020
Vectair Systems Welcomes U.S. Investment

12/18/2020
4M Hires Field Managers

12/18/2020
Brady Merges With Individual FoodService

12/18/2020
Giving Peace Of Mind For A Healthy Facility

FREETIME November 2020
Happy Stetsgiving And Merry Stetsmas

CELEBRATING SERVICE November 2020
CLEAN Award Winners Embody BSC Excellence

CELEBRATING SERVICE November 2020
BSCAI Names Industry Award Winners

12/17/2020
Nearly Half Of Workers Support Employer-Mandated Vaccination

12/17/2020
City Removes Face-Recognizing Restroom Dispensers

12/17/2020
NW Synergy Acquires Southeastern Paper Group

12/17/2020
Disinfection In Pharmaceutical Spaces

12/17/2020
U.S. Battery Executive Set To Retire

12/16/2020
JAN-PRO Eyes Hawaiian Expansion

12/16/2020
ServiceMaster Wins Awards For Ethics

12/16/2020
Bermudian Cleaning Technicians Earn Professional Certification

12/16/2020
UGA's Building Services Workers Lead By An Unsung Hero

12/16/2020
Employee Engagement App Helps Facilities Management Division Thrive

CASE STUDY November 2020
University Modernizes Cleaning With Cordless Backpack Vacuums

BE SURE TO JOIN BSCAI FOR OUR 2021 EVENTS November 2020
CEO Seminar, Management Conference Near

12/15/2020
Electrostatic Sprayers Disinfect Vehicles, Too

12/15/2020
GBAC STAR Welcomes First School, Healthcare Facility

12/15/2020
Sunbelt Rentals Joins COVID Safety Initiative

12/15/2020
Kids Show Custodian Thanks With Christmas Cards

12/15/2020
Survey: Americans Are Obsessing Over Hand Hygiene

12/14/2020
Bullen Adds Two New Filling Lines

12/14/2020
Servicon Systems Undergoes Rebrand

12/14/2020
Study: Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer Effective Against COVID

12/14/2020
Green Cleaning Services Spike Since The Pandemic's Start

ADDING VALUE WITH VACUUM SERVICES November 2020
Equipment Training, Maintenance Retains Customers

ADDING VALUE WITH VACUUM SERVICES November 2020
Free Services Lead To Revenue

ADDING VALUE WITH VACUUM SERVICES November 2020
Marketing Post-Purchase Services Pays Dividends

EDITOR'S NOTE November 2020
How BSCs Can Stand Out Among The Competition

12/11/2020
Hill & Markes Adds To Advisory Board

12/11/2020
Anago Cleaning Systems Named A Game-Changing Franchise

12/11/2020
Boy Raises Money For Children’s Toys By Selling Hand ‘Santa-Tizer’

12/11/2020
ISSA Merges With Office Products Association

12/11/2020
ACI Urges CDC To Make Vaccine Available To Cleaning Product Manufacturers

12/10/2020
PDI Appoints CCO

12/10/2020
Ecocleen Names CFO

12/10/2020
5 Ways To Ensure Proper Cleaning Services

12/10/2020
Coalition Calls For Review Of Trade Policies

STRATEGIC USE OF CHEMICALS November 2020
Green-Friendly Infection Control Practices

STRATEGIC USE OF CHEMICALS November 2020
Selecting Safe COVID-19 Disinfectants

KEEPING BATTERIES SAFE AND FUNCTIONAL November 2020
Consistent Battery Charging And Use Is Crucial

November 2020
How To Properly Store Battery-Powered Equipment

12/9/2020
Brady Acquires Chemical And Paper Company

12/9/2020
Scientist Working On Long-Lasting, Fast-Acting Disinfectant

12/9/2020
Facility Maintenance Provider Names CFO

12/9/2020
NWS Acquires SWPlus

12/8/2020
Holiday Season A Good Time For Cleaning, Flooring Projects

12/8/2020
Janitorial Company Offers Struggling Restaurants And Bars Help

12/8/2020
The Difference Between A Tough Boss And A Bad One

12/8/2020
Office Pride Honored By Franchise Dictionary

REFRESHING THE MESSAGE November 2020
Product Research Key To Customer Service

REFRESHING THE MESSAGE November 2020
Acme Rebrand Highlights Solutions-First Approach

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE November 2020
Raul Borja, Bee Line Support

12/7/2020
Segura & Associates Gains Editorial Expertise

12/7/2020
Five Chemical Tips All Frontline Workers Should Know

12/7/2020
Return To The Office Presents Possible Legal Issues

12/7/2020
Healthcare Facilities Implementing PPE Crisis Standards Of Care

12/7/2020
Janitor University To Hold Educational Course

12/4/2020
Why Hospitals Risk Facing Both COVID-19 And Superbugs

12/4/2020
Ecolab Fills Important Position

12/4/2020
Ohio-Based Cleaning Company Gives Back

12/4/2020
RJ Schinner Announces Acquisition

12/4/2020
Clean Team Buys Janitorial Services Company

2021: WHAT'S YOUR PLAN? November 2020
Planning For Post-Pandemic Sales

INTRODUCING BSCAI’S COVID-19 DISINFECTION & SAFETY COURSE October 2020
Lessons Help Protect Employees And Customers

GET A LEG UP ON LEGIONELLA November 2020
Vacant Facilities Make Legionella A Concern

GET A LEG UP ON LEGIONELLA November 2020
Preventing Legionella Made Simple

12/3/2020
Contest Benefiting Small Cleaning Companies Ends Soon

12/3/2020
Acquisition Extends Imperial Dade's Reach In Texas

12/3/2020
SC Johnson Launches '20 Days Of Giving' Campaign

12/3/2020
How The Cleaning Industry Has Changed In One State

12/2/2020
OxoneTM Potassium Monopersulfate Earns Raw Material Verification

12/2/2020
The Home Depot Acquires HD Supply

12/2/2020
Robotics, Automation Drive UVC Disinfection Market Growth

12/2/2020
How To Decrease Workplace Bias

12/2/2020
Longtime Industry Members Earn Star Awards

SAVE THE DATE FOR BSCAI'S 2021 CEO SEMINAR October 2020
BSCAI CEO Seminar Slated For Hawaii In January

KEEPING A FOCUS ON FLOOR CARE November 2020
Revisiting Service, Product Opportunities Amid Reopening

KEEPING A FOCUS ON FLOOR CARE November 2020
Pandemic Drives Disinfectant Demands

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE November 2020
Tammy Davis Takes Charge On Cleaning Innovation

12/1/2020
Green Seal Disinfecting Guide Used In Billion Square Feet Of Property

12/1/2020
GOJO Becomes WBENC-Certified

12/1/2020
BSCAI Shares Details Of CEO Seminar In Maui

12/1/2020
Futuristic App Tracks Illness Activity Locally

12/1/2020
Cold Weather And The Spread Of COVID-19

11/30/2020
NVIP Appoints Distributor To Aid Its Move Into Jan/San Industry

11/30/2020
Cleaning Technology Makes Charitable Facility Safer

11/30/2020
Infection Preventionists Urge Public To Wear Masks

11/30/2020
NACD Names Its 2020 Award Winners

EXECUTIVE INSIGHTS: JOHN LEIFERMAN, CEO OF TEAM SOFTWARE October 2020
TEAM Software CEO Discusses Industry Trends

CONTROLLING COMPLAINTS November 2020
2020 Complaints Survey Highlights Cleaning Challenges

THANK YOU FOR JOINING US AT CONTRACTING SUCCESS+ November 2020
BSCAI Contracting Success+ Provided Key Networking Opportunities

11/25/2020
NASSCO Acquires Heartland Paper Company

11/25/2020
Kleen-Tech Acquires Facility Services Company

11/25/2020
Helping Building Owners Fight COVID-19

11/25/2020
Most Innovative Product Named

11/24/2020
Pro-Link CEO Wins Distinguished Service Award

11/24/2020
Cleaning Robots Wanted

11/24/2020
Harvard Companies' Leadership Positions For Further Growth

EDITOR'S NOTE November 2020
Answering The Call And Sharing Pandemic Hobbies

RECRUITING WORKERS DURING COVID-19 October 2020
Hiring Strategies Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

CLEAN STARTS WITH CLEAN MACHINES November 2020
Machine Cleaning Programs Minimize Pathogens

CLEAN STARTS WITH CLEAN MACHINES November 2020
Workloading For Machine Maintenance

11/23/2020
CASE STUDY: School District Deploys Germ-Zapping Robots

11/23/2020
Hand Sanitizer Recall List Exceeds 200

11/23/2020
This Year's Heroes Of Cleaning

11/23/2020
America's Best Restroom Named

11/20/2020
ISSA Hygieia Network Names Award Winners

11/20/2020
Industry Achievement Award Winners Honored

11/20/2020
CDC Backs Research Of Co-Robots

11/20/2020
Explore These COVID-19-Related Tax Credits

11/20/2020
Don't Let Your Cleaning Company Grow Too Quickly

IDENTIFYING PROSPECTS AND SUSPECTS IN COMMERCIAL CLEANING October 2020
Client Selection Tips For BSCs

RAMPING UP PPE PROTOCOLS November 2020
Steps For Implementing PPE

RAMPING UP PPE PROTOCOLS November 2020
Protocols That Reduce Cross-Contamination

11/19/2020
How Employees Can Keep Developing Skills

11/19/2020
Public Confident In Cleanliness Of Businesses

11/19/2020
Distributor Launches Mobile App

11/19/2020
ACV Enviro Joins Men's Health Initiatives

11/18/2020
Office Pride Opens New Kentucky Location

11/18/2020
ACV Enviro Adds Albany Service Center

11/18/2020
ASHRAE Announces New Net-Zero Energy Headquarters

SEASON TWO OF CONTRACTING CONVERSATIONS IS NOW LIVE October 2020
BSCAI's Podcast Returns

A LESSON IN STRATEGY November 2020
Tips For An Organized Cleaning Department

11/17/2020
Floor Scrubber Market Expected To Grow After Slow 2020

11/17/2020
GBAC, GP Pro Team Up For Grants Program

11/17/2020
Silicon Valley Frontline Workers Fear Future

11/17/2020
Janitorial Company Joins NSA

11/17/2020
PuroClean Looks Back At 5 Years Of New Ownership

11/16/2020
Acme Paper & Supply Hires Sales Account Manager

11/16/2020
Biden Could Focus On Chemical Safety

11/16/2020
NACD Announces 2021 Board of Directors

11/16/2020
Janitor's Bucket Used For Leaf Blower-Powered Vehicle

11/16/2020
What Interclean Amsterdam Online Showed Us

WITH RESTROOMS, OCCUPANT ATTITUDES ALWAYS STINK November 2020
Reducing Occupant Complaints

CASE STUDY October 2020
Workloading And Bidding Software Help BSCs

11/13/2020
BSC Earns Industry Awards

11/13/2020
Distributor Donates To Hospital's Cancer Treatment Program

11/13/2020
Airline Adds Electrostatic Tech As Holiday Travel Near

11/13/2020
Germ-Targeting Lights Installed On School Buses

11/13/2020
How Hotel Cleanliness Impacts Guest's Perceptions

11/12/2020
Network Services Honors Supplier Partners

11/12/2020
Document Shows What COVID-19 Violations OSHA Cites Most

11/12/2020
Highs And Lows Of Waste Management

11/12/2020
Beware Of False COVID-19 Disinfecting Claims

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE October 2020
Maria Marquez Latest Face Of The Frontline

11/11/2020
Cintas Earns 2021 Military Friendly Designation

11/11/2020
Allied Restoration Gains GBAC STAR

11/11/2020
Agreement Supports Thin Plate Pure Lead Battery Portfolio

11/11/2020
Custodian Saves Student From Choking

11/11/2020
PPP Loan Details To Be Given To Media

11/10/2020
Opportunities And Challenges The Pandemic Has Presented

11/10/2020
Navy Vet Opens Commercial Cleaning Franchise

11/10/2020
Excellence In Facility Management Celebrated

11/10/2020
Study: Mopping Causes Pain

11/10/2020
TEAM Software To Participate At ISSA Show North America

USING PRODUCTION RATES TO BID JANITORIAL JOBS October 2020
Calculating Janitorial Labor

11/9/2020
States That Give Workers COVID-19 Protections

11/9/2020
Office Design Changes Coming

11/9/2020
Longtime Cleaning Industry Member Dies

11/6/2020
Florida Will Slowly Implement $15 Minimum Wage

11/6/2020
Floor Cleaning Robot Wins Amsterdam Innovation Award

11/6/2020
What To Know About Electrostatic Sprayers

DIAGNOSING DISPENSING METHODS October 2020
Applying Chemicals Safely And Efficiently

DIAGNOSING DISPENSING METHODS October 2020
Infection Prevention Dispensing Technologies

11/6/2020
BOMI Names Strategic Partnerships Manager

11/5/2020
Hill & Markes Achieves GBAC STAR Status

11/5/2020
Cintas Supports Fight Against Diabetes

11/5/2020
Dirty Floors Giving Bacteria A Path To Hospital Patients

11/5/2020
New Hospital Infection Control Practices Helping Newborns, Moms

11/5/2020
How ABCO Products Will Celebrate America Recycles Day

THE COST OF STRONG SALES October 2020
How Jan/San Sales Reps Are Paid

11/4/2020
4M Building Solutions Announces Promotions

11/4/2020
Team Clean Supports American Heart Association

11/4/2020
First Day Of Interclean Amsterdam Online A Success

11/4/2020
15 Quick Tips For Better Employee Retention

11/4/2020
Frozen Hand Sanitizer Is Bad Hand Sanitizer

11/3/2020
45 Year Industry Veteran Dies

11/3/2020
Office Pride Franchise Under New Ownership

11/3/2020
ASHRAE's Expo Cancelled

11/3/2020
Coronavirus Can Last On Surfaces For Weeks

A CRUCIAL CLEAN October 2020
Assessing Top Products For Hand Hygiene

11/2/2020
Women Create Self-Sanitizing Diaper Changing Table

11/2/2020
RWS Facility Services Names Business Development Manager

11/2/2020
Network Services Company Honors Member Distributors

11/2/2020
Deep Cleaning Does Little To Slow Drug-Resistant Bacteria

11/2/2020
Former U.S. Surgeon General Added To PDI Board

10/30/2020
Distinguished Service Award Recipients Announced

10/30/2020
Kaivac Names Chief Growth Officer

10/30/2020
Public Restrooms Now Playing Audiobooks

10/30/2020
Lysol, MLB Team Up To Keep Ballparks Safe

COLOR CODING PROVIDES SIMPLIFICATION October 2020
Color Coding Simplifies Infection Prevention

COLOR CODING PROVIDES SIMPLIFICATION October 2020
Simple Steps To Reduce Cross-Contamination

COLOR CODING PROVIDES SIMPLIFICATION October 2020
Distributors Provide Guidance In Marketing, Education

A GOOD KIND OF TRAFFIC October 2020
Changing Facility Foot Traffic Can Make Cleaning Easier

10/29/2020
Webinar Series Covers COVID-19 Wave

10/29/2020
Sanitary Supply Company Starts Expansion

10/29/2020
IICRC Board of Directors Elects 2021 Executive Committee

10/29/2020
Boeing Study Says Cleaning Tools Work Against COVID-19 On Airplanes

10/29/2020
ABM Hires Former Best Buy Canada CFO To Same Position

10/28/2020
ABCO Cleaning Products Joins AASHE

10/28/2020
Servicon CEO Nominated For Women's Leadership Awards

10/28/2020
Project Aims To Make Products More Effective Against COVID-19

10/28/2020
Fauci: Use Masks Even After COVID-19 Vaccine Is Ready

CHOOSING FULL SERVICE October 2020
Maintenance And Repair Services Offer New Revenue Stream

PREPPING FOR WINTER WEATHER October 2020
Tips To Prevent Slip-And-Fall Injuries

PREPPING FOR WINTER WEATHER October 2020
Matting Pivotal To Occupant Safety

10/27/2020
BSCAI CLEAN Award Winners Named

10/27/2020
How A Cleaning Service Franchisee Helps Those In Need

10/27/2020
milliCare Announces Third Certified Franchise Exec

10/27/2020
Dozens Of Facilities Earn GBAC STAR

10/27/2020
Virtual Conference To Focus On Building Diverse Teams

10/26/2020
Cleaning Chemical Company Names New President

10/26/2020
CASE STUDY: School Uses Technology To Improve Indoor Air

10/26/2020
Resource Aims To Reduce Cleaning Chemical-Related Injuries

10/26/2020
Students Give High School Restrooms Failing Grades

10/26/2020
Flu Season Yet To Pick Up

CASE STUDY October 2020
Protecting The Health Of Senior Living Residents

BALANCING FRAGRANCE October 2020
Finding That Clean Scent

ODOR CONTROL October 2020
Treating Restroom Smells

BUILDING A TEAM October 2020
Building Bryco Facility Services

BUILDING A TEAM October 2020
Creating A Team Of Strong Leaders

BUILDING A TEAM October 2020
Bryco Tackles Challenges As A Team

10/23/2020
Robotic Janitors Coming To Sam's Club

10/23/2020
Commercial Cleaning Franchise A Top Employer For Veterans

10/23/2020
Wholesale Distributor Donates Food, Money To Charities

10/23/2020
Revised Cleaning Standard For Floor Coverings Released

10/23/2020
City's Program Helps Charities, Commercial Cleaning Operations

10/22/2020
CASE STUDY: Cleaning System Helps Prep School Reopen

10/22/2020
Interclean Amsterdam To Showcase Education

10/22/2020
Waste Collection Cart Mfr. To Sponsor Stock Car Racing

10/22/2020
Supply Chain Management Company Hires New Execs

UNDERSTANDING YOUR SALES FORCE October 2020
More Than A Sales Process Is Needed

10/22/2020
Miller's Textile Services Names COO

10/21/2020
ACI Pilots New Data For Cleaning Product Ingredient Safety Initiative

10/21/2020
Today Is Thank Your Cleaner Day

10/21/2020
How To Prevent A Rat Problem

10/21/2020
Four Businesses Join NSA

THE HILL I’LL DIE UPON October 2020
Teaching Cleaning Fundamentals

10/21/2020
Facility Maintenance And Cleaning Company Celebrates 60 Years

10/20/2020
7 Ways To Fight The 'Twindemic'

10/20/2020
Cleaning Companies Adopting New Technologies

10/20/2020
ASHE Honors Hospitals For Improved Energy Use

10/20/2020
Office Pride Honors Franchisees During Virtual Event

10/19/2020
Facility Directory Helps Locate GBAC STAR Facilities

10/19/2020
CASE STUDY: Carpet Care Strategy Keeps Airport Looking Good

10/19/2020
Pro-Link Holds First Virtual Tradeshow

10/19/2020
Is It Smart To Rehire Former Employees?

10/19/2020
Tips For Cleaning And Disinfecting Schools

RESEARCHING ROBOTICS October 2020
Robotic Cleaning Boosts Daily Efficiency

RESEARCHING ROBOTICS October 2020
Manufacturer Collaboration Ensures Proper Maintenance

EDITOR'S NOTE October 2020
Virtual BSCAI Event Starts Strong, Continues This Week

GIVING GREEN THE GO-AHEAD October 2020
Adopting Ergonomic Tools, Training

10/16/2020
Sofidel Introduces Plastic-Free Packaging

10/16/2020
Custodian Who Retired In April Finally Gets To Celebrate

10/16/2020
CDC: Hand Washing Habits Improving, But Could Be Better

10/16/2020
Addressing Stagnant Water In A Facility

10/16/2020
Venue First In America To Receive Honor For Hygiene

10/15/2020
ASHE Celebrates Improvements To Healthcare Environments

10/15/2020
5 Tips For Picking The Right Hand Sanitizer

10/15/2020
AHE Launches Non-Acute Care Certificate Program

10/15/2020
Facilities Services Management Company Announces Hires

10/14/2020
Researchers Test How Long SARS-CoV-2 Survives On Skin

10/14/2020
ASHRAE Announces School Scholarship Recipients

10/14/2020
How Cleaning Industry Has Given Back During Pandemic

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE October 2020
James Benge Embraces Off-The-Job Contributions

10/14/2020
Pioneer Eclipse Hires Regional Sales Manager

KEEPING TABS October 2020
Cleaning Survey Analyzes Management, Budget, Staffing Priorities

10/13/2020
Program Launched For Non-Acute Care Cleaning Technicians

10/13/2020
Hand Sanitizer Sales Lead To Expansion, More Jobs

10/13/2020
Americans Fear Public Restrooms

10/13/2020
D.O.L. Ruling Intended To Protect Wages Of American Workers

10/13/2020
BSC Honored For Its Franchise Culture

KEEPING TABS October 2020
Cleaning Executives Address Management Decisions

KEEPING TABS October 2020
Survey Dissects Facility Cleaning Budgets

KEEPING TABS October 2020
Staffing Challenges For Facility Cleaning Executives

10/12/2020
Custodian Of The Year Named

10/12/2020
Tips For Keeping Businesses Clean And Safe During Flu Season

10/12/2020
Breweries, Hand Sanitizer And Elections: The Perfect Combo

10/12/2020
PuroClean Honored With Business Awards

10/12/2020
ACV Enviro Names New Field Service Sales Director

10/9/2020
BSC Offers Franchising Opportunity To Displaced Airline Workers

10/9/2020
Brady Expands In California With Acquisition

10/9/2020
Temporary Ruling Issued Regarding Workers' Compensation Claims

10/9/2020
Some Parents Fear Being Fired For Using Employee Benefits

WITH ALL EYES ON CLEANING, DEPARTMENTS WOEFULLY UNDERSTAFFED October 2020
Managing Cleaning Departments As Demands Rise

10/9/2020
The Home Depot Expands Pro Xtra Loyalty Program

10/8/2020
Industry Worker Named Hero Of Healthcare's Frontline

10/8/2020
App Teaches Kids About Hand Hygiene

10/8/2020
EPA Warns Against Using Fogging, Drones To Apply Disinfectant

10/8/2020
Company Wins EPA Safer Choice Partner Of The Year Award

LIGHTENING THE LOAD September 2020
Laundry Services Enhance Client Relationships

LIGHTENING THE LOAD September 2020
Creating On-Site Laundry Programs

LIGHTENING THE LOAD September 2020
IoT Equipment Boosts Operational Efficiency

10/7/2020
National Commercial Cleaning Franchisor Expands To Nashville

10/7/2020
How To Avoid A 'Twindemic'

10/7/2020
CDC Updates 'How COVID-19 Spreads' Guidance

10/7/2020
8 Qualities Of A Good Leader

10/7/2020
Office Pride Names Its Rookie Of The Year Franchisee

10/6/2020
Imperial Dade Announces 28th Acquisition

10/6/2020
BSC Helps Keep Charity Golf Events Clean

10/6/2020
Kids Continue To Accidentally Drink Hand Sanitizer

10/6/2020
Plan To Celebrate 'Thank Your Cleaner' Day

SUPPORTING FOODSERVICE CUSTOMERS September 2020
Packaging, Supply Strategy Key To Foodservice Success

SUPPORTING FOODSERVICE CUSTOMERS September 2020
Pandemic Shifts Equipment Demands

10/5/2020
Report: Contract Cleaning Services Market Growing

10/5/2020
Family Business: Sisters Open BSC

10/5/2020
Get To Know The Best Restroom In Canada

10/5/2020
R.J. Schinner Announces Expansion

10/5/2020
Floor Care Tech Company Adds To Sales Team

MASTER YOUR MOPPING SYSTEM September 2020
Experts Analyze Mopping Options

CUSTOMERS COME FIRST September 2020
Husband And Wife Duo Stay Positive During Tough Times

CUSTOMERS COME FIRST September 2020
How A Jan/San Distributor Helps Clients Through Pandemic

CUSTOMERS COME FIRST September 2020
Customer Growth Takes Distributor Global

CUSTOMERS COME FIRST September 2020
Crisis Doesn't Change Core Business Strategy

10/2/2020
Annual Hygiene Specialist Award Winner Named

10/2/2020
Office Pride Names Its Top Franchise

10/2/2020
How To Celebrate National Custodian Day

10/2/2020
Drones To Clean NFL Stadium After Games

10/1/2020
Continuous Data Delivery Improves Health Of Buildings

10/1/2020
Standard Grades Furniture And Fabrics For Use In Healthcare

10/1/2020
4 Benefits Of Showing Employees Positive Recognition

10/1/2020
Floor Cleaning Equipment Maker Reflects On 150 Year History

HAND HYGIENE AND COVID-19 September 2020
Setting A Template For Pandemic Preparation

HAND HYGIENE AND COVID-19 September 2020
Facilities To Adopt Touchless Products

HELPING THE HUNGRY September 2020
Distributor's Account Exec Helps Feed The Needy

9/30/2020
BRAVO! Group Services Donates To First Responders

9/30/2020
EVS Workers Honored With Cash Prizes, Donations

9/30/2020
Office Pride Names New COO

9/30/2020
Boeing-Designed UV Wand To Take On Airplane Germs

9/30/2020
Companies Must Avoid Illegal ‘Immunity Discrimination’

9/29/2020
Finalists For America's Best Restroom Identified

9/29/2020
Vinyl Flooring Mfr. Joins Sustainability Consortium

9/29/2020
Sodexo Makes Large Donation To Food Depository

9/29/2020
City Workers Cleaning Restrooms Have Nowhere To Go

9/29/2020
Students Hope To Open Doors With Germ-Free Handles

LAUNCHING INTO UNCHARTERED TERRITORY September 2020
Facility Managers Prepare For School Year

9/28/2020
New GBAC STARs Awarded To 57 Facilities

9/28/2020
Tips For Switching To A Sustainable Cleaning Program

9/28/2020
How To Make Indoor Air Safe

9/28/2020
DOL Campaign Educates Workers On Rights

PREPARING FOR VIRTUAL SALES September 2020
Pandemic's Impact On Future Sales

9/25/2020
Researchers Use Tweets to Analyze Supply Chain Issues

9/25/2020
CDC Resource Helps Schools Handle COVID-19

9/25/2020
ACI Postpones Convention

9/25/2020
Green Seal Partners in Amazon’s Climate Pledge Friendly Program

9/25/2020
Reporter’s Test Of Surfaces Yields Interesting Results

CLEANING DURING COVID SHUTDOWN September 2020
Closures Allow For Restoration Projects

CLEANING DURING COVID SHUTDOWN September 2020
Reopening Requires Multi-Department Planning

CASE STUDY September 2020
Floor Solution Saves Labor Dollars And Renovation Downtime

9/24/2020
Central Sanitary Supply Joins Individual FoodService

9/24/2020
Janitorial Access to Private, No-Cost Healthcare

9/24/2020
Starbucks Exec Joins Kimberly-Clark's Board

9/24/2020
Woman Has Loved First Year Running A Cleaning Company

9/24/2020
Bar Exams Taken In Hotel Room Due To COVID

9/23/2020
'Custodians Are Key' Campaign Underway

9/23/2020
Infection Preventionists To Be Celebrated

9/23/2020
Challenges And Opportunities Facing Commercial Cleaning Due To COVID-19

9/23/2020
Now's The Time To Focus On Growth

9/23/2020
One Added To CIRI's Advisory Council

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE September 2020
Vicky Virgen Leads As Demands Rise

9/22/2020
Two Elected To Green Seal Board Of Directors

9/22/2020
Toolkit Provides Cleaning Support For Schools

9/22/2020
Cleaning Robots Being Increasingly Deployed

9/22/2020
How Dirty Carpet Impacts Perception Of Clean

9/21/2020
Second Generation Minority-Owned BSC Thriving

9/21/2020
Waste Management Service Partnership Announced

9/21/2020
Research Could Improve Antibacterial Surfaces

9/21/2020
Dow Hires New SVP

CASE STUDY September 2020
Hotel Cuts Vacuuming Time In Half With Cordless Upright

WINNING THE BID August 2020
Repeatable Processes For Securing Clients

WINNING THE BID August 2020
Calculating Optimal Cleaning Rates

9/18/2020
Janitors Must Take Sexual Harassment Training

9/18/2020
Longtime Industry Member Retires

9/18/2020
Hill & Markes Holding Food Drive

9/18/2020
The Area That's Overlooked In School Cleaning

9/18/2020
State Bill Protects Businesses Against COVID-19 Lawsuits

9/17/2020
Online Interclean Amsterdam To Focus On Knowledge

9/17/2020
ABM Announces New Franchising Group Member

9/17/2020
Recognizing Frontline Workers Remains A Priority At LAHH

9/17/2020
Tips For Selecting Products To Fight COVID-19

DISINFECTION COURSE OUTLINES ELEVATED STANDARDS August 2020
Earn A COVID-19 Safety & Disinfection Certificate

MAINTAINING ORDER September 2020
Promoting Effective COVID-19 Protocol

9/16/2020
4M Building Solutions New Hire

9/16/2020
Diamond Chemical Hires V.P. Of Business Development

9/16/2020
School Custodians Surprised With Gift

9/16/2020
Scientists Working On Inhalable PPE To Prevent COVID-19

KEEPING A LEVEL HEAD September 2020
Cleaning For Health Includes Self-Care

9/15/2020
University Janitors Demand Hazmat Suits, Gowns

9/15/2020
Slips And Falls Remain A Concern

9/15/2020
Returning Workers Worry About IAQ

9/15/2020
Just One State Reporting High Flu Activity

9/14/2020
Chiefs' Arrowhead Kicks Off 2020 Season As GBAC Star Stadium

9/14/2020
Michigan Frontline Workers Eligible For Free Community College

9/14/2020
Aramark Donates 25K Masks To Red Cross

9/14/2020
Tips For Focusing On Company Transformation

PURSANT REPORT HIGHLIGHT MARKET TRENDS August 2020
Impact Of The Health Crisis On Mergers & Acquisitions

9/11/2020
Most Americans Value COVID-19 Precautions

9/11/2020
BSCAI Course Covers Cleaning For COVID

9/11/2020
EVS Department Of The Year Award Winner Named

9/11/2020
Certification Ensures Safety Of Hand Sanitizer

9/11/2020
Study: Even Singing 'Happy Birthday' Can Spread Virus

9/10/2020
Ecolab Has Donated Millions During Pandemic

9/10/2020
Owner Of Commercial Cleaning Franchise Receives Reward

9/10/2020
Hand Sanitizer Mislabeled As "Edible Alcohol"

9/10/2020
The Latest In The Paper Towel Vs. Electric Hand Dryer Debate

9/9/2020
Franchises Glad To Have Launched During Pandemic

9/9/2020
BSC To Hold "Drive Thru Job Interviews"

9/9/2020
Pro-Link Hires New President And COO

9/9/2020
Test Helps Grade COVID-19 Prevention Practices

9/9/2020
Hand Sanitizer Causes Woman To Catch On Fire

9/8/2020
EVS Firm Acquires Waste Solutions Company

9/8/2020
Acme Paper & Supply Rebrands Janitorial Division

9/8/2020
Poll Shows Americans' Restroom Hand Drying Preferences

9/8/2020
What National Small Business Week Will Look Like

9/8/2020
Pandemic Brings Highs And Lows To Cleaning Businesses

POSITIONING BSCS FOR PANDEMIC SALES August 2020
Avoiding Predatory Business During Outbreak

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS August 2020
Contracting Conversations Podcast Launches

9/4/2020
Brady Acquires Fitch Co.

9/4/2020
ICE Robotics Expands Offering With NSA Partnership

9/4/2020
What The U.S. Can Learn From Australia's Flu Season

9/4/2020
Airport Holds Contest To Name Germ-Killing Robot

9/4/2020
Grandmother Warns Of Bad Hand Sanitizer Packaging After Scare

9/3/2020
Kellermeyer Bergensons Services Acquires Commercial Cleaning Company

9/3/2020
Chicago Cintas Facility Earns Zero Waste Certification

9/3/2020
Students' Back-To-School Coronavirus Concerns

9/3/2020
Woman Sues Distributor Of Recalled Hand Sanitizer

9/3/2020
NYC Schools Postpone Return, Implement COVID-19 Safeguards

OPTIMIZING FLOOR CARE August 2020
Keys To A Successful Floor Care Program

REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL CONTRACTING SUCCESS+ CONFERENCE August 2020
BSCAI Conference Goes Virtual

9/2/2020
Hospital System Seeking Dozens Of EVS Workers

9/2/2020
Air Force Veteran Opens BSC Franchise

9/2/2020
Company Reaches Deal To Use Disinfectant Being Tested By EPA

9/2/2020
Five Tips To Improving Employee Turnover

9/2/2020
Judge: Apple Must Face Lawsuit Brought By BSC

9/1/2020
What To Expect From Contracting Success+

9/1/2020
What One Airline Is Doing To Handle Germs

9/1/2020
University Tests Human Waste To Prevent COVID Outbreak

9/1/2020
Hillyard, Inc. Acquires Montana-Based Distributor

9/1/2020
How One Teacher Is Preparing Her Room For Kids

QUICK TO PIVOT August 2020
Top-Notch Company Culture, Instincts Helps MSNW Group Shine

QUICK TO PIVOT August 2020
A Lesson In Business Succession

OPTIMIZING FLOOR CARE August 2020
Robotic Equipment Expands Staff Capability

8/31/2020
Hand Sanitizer Being Made To Look Like Food And Drink

8/31/2020
Aramark Helps Formerly Incarcerated Re-Enter Workforce

8/31/2020
Janitors Honor Fallen Coworkers, Ask For Protections

8/28/2020
Clorox Joins U.S. Plastics Pact

8/28/2020
Hygieia Network To Host Free Webinar On Mentoring

8/28/2020
Staying Safe During And After A Hurricane

8/28/2020
School Hires BSC To Help Custodians Clean

8/27/2020
What If Urine Can Spread COVID-19?

8/27/2020
Chemical Company Named A Top Employer In Tennessee

8/27/2020
Cleaning Association Announces Details On Fall Conference

8/27/2020
Resources For Combating The Flu And COVID-19

8/27/2020
Hi-Tech Kiosks Could Improve Mask Wearing And Hand Hygiene Compliance

CREATING AN IDEAL CUSTOMER PROFILE August 2020
Decide Who And Who Not To Sell To

8/26/2020
BSC Franchise Owner Honored

8/26/2020
Interclean Amsterdam Goes Totally Virtual For 2020

8/26/2020
FDA Testing Methods To Evaluate Hand Sanitizers

8/26/2020
Study: 1 in 8 COVID Hospital Cases Caught On Site

HOW WEBSITES CAN ATTRACT BUSINESS August 2020
Engaging Online Content Elevates Distributors

HOW WEBSITES CAN ATTRACT BUSINESS August 2020
Social Media Drives Web Traffic

WHAT CUSTOMERS WANT August 2020
Pet Safe Ice Melt And Other Environmentally Friendly Options

WHAT CUSTOMERS WANT August 2020
Tracking And Other Ice Melt Issues

WHAT CUSTOMERS WANT August 2020
The Importance Of Environmental Certifications

8/25/2020
Drones Could Be Future Of Campus Cleaning

8/25/2020
Aramark Honored For Diversity Practices

8/25/2020
Cintas Donates Masks, Supplies To Schools

8/25/2020
Major Airport Earns GBAC STAR

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE August 2020
California Janitor Excels With Team-Oriented Approach

LENDING A HAND August 2020
Chemical Safety Guidance For Customers

8/24/2020
Janitorial Company Keeps Up With Demand Despite Challenges

8/24/2020
Distributor Named Healthiest Employer In Albany Area

8/24/2020
Guidelines For Safer COVID-19 Cleaning And Disinfection In Schools

8/24/2020
Complaint Filed On Behalf Of College Janitors

8/24/2020
Returning Office Workers Enjoy Seeing Janitors

LENDING A HAND August 2020
Distributors Provide Pandemic Consulting

LENDING A HAND August 2020
Meeting Increased Cleaning Demands

8/21/2020
Diamond Chemical Welcomes Back Employee

8/21/2020
Germinator Awarded Vendor Contract

8/21/2020
Lawsuit: Janitor Forced To Work While Infected With COVID

8/21/2020
College Coronavirus Outbreaks Already Occuring

8/21/2020
Jan/San Distributor Names New Vice President

FROM THE EDITOR August 2020
First Impressions Key To Facility Reopening

8/20/2020
Educators Believe Restrooms, Cafeterias Present Biggest Germ Risk

8/20/2020
GOJO On Hiring Surge Due To Hand Sanitizer Demand

8/20/2020
ISSA Elects New Board Members

8/20/2020
CEO Offers Advice To Younger Industry Members

FREETIME August 2020
Fly Fishing Alleviates Pandemic Stress

8/19/2020
If Superheroes Fought COVID-19

8/19/2020
Nursing Home Cases Of COVID-19 Still Rising

8/18/2020
ISSA Show North America Going Strictly Virtual In 2020

8/18/2020
Awards To Celebrate Marketing In Cleaning Industry, Facility Management

CAPTURING CROSS-SELLING OPPORTUNITIES August 2020
Improving Sales With Analytics

8/17/2020
Glass Public Restrooms Change Color When In Use

8/17/2020
GP Pro Talks Hand Sanitizer Recalls

8/17/2020
University Video Highlights Facemask Benefits

8/14/2020
NFL Players Thank Janitors For Infection Prevention

8/14/2020
Towel And Tissue Company Hires New Division President

8/14/2020
Former BET Head Joins P&G's Board

8/14/2020
FDA Expands Criteria For Banned Hand Sanitizer List

8/14/2020
Distillers Stopping Hand Sanitizer Production

CREATING CONNECTIONS August 2020
Virtual Customer Connections Are A Necessity

8/13/2020
Student Group Adds Handwashing Stations To Campus

8/13/2020
Helping Hospitality Industry To Be More Sustainable

8/13/2020
Partnership To Grow Thin Plate Pure Lead Battery Distribution

8/12/2020
Handwashing Tips

8/12/2020
Diamond Chemical Announces New Hire

8/12/2020
3M Announces New Leadership Appointment

8/12/2020
United Airlines Disinfecting With UV Light

8/12/2020
Preventing Infection In Schools

8/10/2020
Focus On COVID Might Have Caused HAIs To Rise

8/10/2020
Hill & Markes Adds To Advisory Board

8/10/2020
Company Ensures Availability Of Antimicrobial Product

8/10/2020
Distributor Opens New Facility In Northeast

8/10/2020
CDC Warns Of Polio-Like Illness Impacting Kids

8/7/2020
EPA Approves Use Of Concentrated Disinfectant Against SARS-CoV-2

8/7/2020
ServiceMaster Names Next CEO

8/7/2020
Employers Given More Rights To Fire Over Outbursts

8/7/2020
Wipe Shortage Could Last Until 2021

8/7/2020
How GOJO Will Support K-12 Schools

8/6/2020
R.J. Schinner Announces Important Hire

8/6/2020
Airline Implements UV Tech To Destroy Germs

8/6/2020
Connecting Urinals And COVID-19

8/5/2020
4M Building Solutions Makes Three New Hires

8/5/2020
$300K Park Restrooms Turns Heads

8/5/2020
Preparing Schools To Reopen Is Expensive

8/4/2020
SEIU, Green Seal Partner To Provide COVID-19 Training

8/4/2020
Tolco Names Director Of Sales

8/4/2020
Motion Industries Announces Acquisitions

8/4/2020
List Of Dangerous Hand Sanitizers Tops 100

8/4/2020
Doctor Predicts 'Non Existent' Flu Season

8/3/2020
NSA Reaches Partnership With Janitorial Software Provider

8/3/2020
The Differences Between Disinfectants

8/3/2020
Delta Airlines Teams With Lysol

8/3/2020
Father-Daughter Duo Create Cool Handwashing Tool

8/3/2020
Test For COVID-19 By Swabbing Surfaces

7/31/2020
'Smart' Hand Sanitizer Boasts Impressive Benefits

7/31/2020
ACI Promotes One Woman, Hires Another

7/31/2020
Company Offering Free Disinfecting Services To Nonprofits

7/31/2020
HVAC The 'Missing Link' In Preventing COVID-19 Transmission

7/31/2020
California, Connecticut Enhance Protections For Essential Workers

7/30/2020
EnerSys To Increase Battery Distribution

7/30/2020
ISSA Supports Proposed Cleaning Tax Credit

7/30/2020
Partnership Delivers Autonomous Vacuum Sweeper

7/30/2020
CDC Issues Guidance For Reopening Schools

7/30/2020
Don't Forget About HAIs

7/29/2020
UMF Enters Partnership To Make Antimicrobial Micro-Denier Fibers

7/29/2020
NFL Team's Infection Control Officer Has COVID-19

7/29/2020
What Increased Cleaning Measures In The Workplace Look Like

7/29/2020
R.J. Schinner Promotes Two To Leadership Positions

7/28/2020
Ecocleen Cleaning Million Of Square Feet Of Schools A Day

7/28/2020
Association Calls For Changes To Restrooms

7/28/2020
Eastman Helps Provide PPE To Mexico

7/28/2020
Adults Still Passing On Restroom Handwashing

7/28/2020
Researchers Use Waste To Make Alcohol For Hand Sanitizer

CARPET RESTORATION REQUIREMENTS June 2020
Assessing Damage For Proper Carpet Restoration

CARPET CARE June 2020
Water Damage Determines Carpet Drying Strategy

CARPET CARE June 2020
Onsite Testing Determines Restoration Equipment

7/27/2020
EPA Adds 32 Disinfectants To Coronavirus-Killing List

7/27/2020
Aramark Helps Provide 500k Meals To Kids

7/27/2020
Why There's A Shortage On Disinfecting Wipes

7/27/2020
The Struggles Janitors Are Facing

7/24/2020
Clorox Donates $1M Towards School Supplies

7/24/2020
Frontline Heroes Contest Winner Named

7/24/2020
Flu Season Could Be Tamer In North America, Europe

7/24/2020
Iconic ADA Turns 30

7/24/2020
TikTok-Famous Hand Sanitizer Had 35K Person Waitlist

HOW TO HANDLE URINE June 2020
Procedures For Eliminating Urine Odors

RESTROOM ODORS June 2020
Frequent Cleaning Essential For Odor Prevention

7/23/2020
Why Some Hand Sanitizers Stink

7/23/2020
Good Earth Products Adds To Exec Team

7/23/2020
Brady Acquires Paper Company

7/23/2020
Company Using Drones To Sanitize Facilities

7/22/2020
Janitorial Sales And Marketing Services Company Acquired

7/22/2020
Coalition Wants Stimulus Package To Include Safety Tax Credit

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE - SPONSORED BY PROTEAM June 2020
Marlene Lash Combines Quality Work With Customer Service

7/21/2020
New Certification Helps Janitors Fighting COVID-19

7/21/2020
ASHE Makes Annual Conference Virtual

7/20/2020
BSC Join National Service Alliance

7/20/2020
Clorox, Cleveland Clinic Partner To Battle COVID-19

7/20/2020
Interim Diversey CEO To Keep Position

7/20/2020
Hospital Housekeepers In Georgia Finally Being Thanked

BE AN ELITE BSC June 2020
Tips For BSC Growth

7/17/2020
Florida Custodians Fear Return To School

7/17/2020
BSC Supports Clean Start Legislation

7/17/2020
Antimicrobial Wipe Demand To Rise Through Decade

7/17/2020
Survey Shows Heightened Appreciation For Janitors

7/16/2020
Survey Examines Restroom Habits

7/16/2020
Germinator Wins New Contract

7/16/2020
Can COVID-19 Be Transmitted Through The Air?

7/16/2020
Partnership To Help Airports Obtain Cleaning Accreditation

7/16/2020
Why COVID-19 Is Different For Distributors

CASE STUDY June 2020
Using Holistic Software To Gain Efficiencies And Create Value

7/15/2020
Nominate An Outstanding Cleaning Worker

7/15/2020
Finalists Announced For Canada's Best Restroom

7/15/2020
The Dangers Of Overusing Disinfectant

7/15/2020
Demand For Commercial Electrostatic Spraying Services On The Rise

7/15/2020
S.P. Richards Names Senior Leadership Team

7/14/2020
ISSA Hygieia Network Announces Virtual Conference

7/14/2020
Less Than A Month Until PPP Application Deadline

EMPLOYMENT IN THE COMMERCIAL CLEANING INDUSTRY IN 2019 June 2020
Frontline Labor Report Highlights Retention Strategies

7/13/2020
How The Restroom Might Change

7/13/2020
Video Shows How Cleaning Industry Has Helped With COVID-19

7/13/2020
Whitepaper Discusses Post-Pandemic Cleaning

7/13/2020
Program Honors EVS Professionals

7/10/2020
Germinator Mobile Sanitizing And Disinfecting To Expand

7/10/2020
Hospital Housekeeping: The Forgotten Frontline

7/10/2020
Cleaning Industry Asks Congress For Help

OPTIMIZING CLEANING PROPOSALS June 2020
Building Safety Emphasized For BSCs

BSCAI’S COMMERCIAL CLEANING RESOURCES FOR COVID-19 June 2020
BSCAI COVID-19 Resources And Webinars

7/9/2020
ABM Creates Advisory Council For COVID-19 Response

7/9/2020
ACI Resource Helps Businesses Reopen

7/9/2020
S.P. Richards Sold

7/9/2020
Experts Say UV Light Disinfection Requires More Testing

7/9/2020
EPA Testing Disinfectants For Effectiveness Against COVID-19

MAKE A NAME FOR YOURSELF June 2020
The Private Label Products Of Today

June 2020
Customers Should Associate Brand With Good Products

PRIVATE LABEL June 2020
Reliable Manufacturing Partner Wanted

7/8/2020
Why Universities Must Ace Carpet Care Test

7/8/2020
Jan/San Companies Acquired

7/8/2020
Housekeeper Helps Save COVID-19 Patient's Life

7/8/2020
Preventing Spills From Becoming Slips And Falls

7/7/2020
FDA Warns Of More Hand Sanitizer Issues

7/7/2020
Supply Source Enterprises Acquired

7/7/2020
Minimum Wage Increases In States, Cities

7/7/2020
Green Seal Certifies First Mop

7/7/2020
WAXIE Announces Promotion

NEW REALITIES FOR JAN/SAN DISTRIBUTORS June 2020
Adapting To Changes In Distributor Services

NEW REALITIES FOR JAN/SAN DISTRIBUTORS June 2020
Managing Pandemic Supply Shortages

NEW REALITIES FOR JAN/SAN DISTRIBUTORS June 2020
New Pandemic-Induced Customer Needs

7/6/2020
College Student Offering Creative Trash Can Cleaning Service

7/6/2020
BSC Keeps Americans Safe Upon Reopening

7/6/2020
Custom-Painted Sink Inspires

7/6/2020
Risk Mitigation Is Key To Reopening Business

THE FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHT June 2020
2020 Building Service Contractor Market Report

7/2/2020
BRAVO! Joins NSA

7/2/2020
APIC Awards Memphis Healthcare Executive

7/2/2020
Top Cleaning Companies In NW Indiana Named

7/2/2020
Soap Dispenser-Mounted Device Motivates Hand Washers

MANAGING MARIJUANA ODORS June 2020
Combat Odors With Distributor Guidance

MANAGING MARIJUANA ODORS June 2020
Establishing Customer Relationships

MANAGING MARIJUANA ODORS June 2020
Overlooked Odor Sources

CHECK OUT BSCAI’S NEW PODCAST: CONTRACTING CONVERSATIONS June 2020
New BSCAI Podcast To Cover Pandemic Response

7/1/2020
WHO Issues Warning, Updates On State Of Pandemic

7/1/2020
Georgia Facilities Earn GBAC STAR

7/1/2020
America's Best Restroom Competition Returns

7/1/2020
COVID-19 Has Cleaning Staff Suffering From OCD

6/30/2020
How Businesses Can Fight Workplace Racial Bias

6/30/2020
Chemical Mfg. Hires New District Manager

6/30/2020
DuPont Selects U.S. And Canadian Distributor For Cleaning Products

6/30/2020
Flush Water Before Reopening

6/30/2020
Green Seal Report Chronicles Non-Profit's History

6/30/2020
'Custodians Are Key' Contest Winner Named

APPROACHING CONTRACTS DURING THE COVID-19 TRANSITION June 2020
Discussing Client Needs Before Reopening

FREETIME June 2020
Charitable Acts By Distributors Amid The Pandemic

6/29/2020
PuroClean Honors Its Top Franchises

6/29/2020
PorterPlus Sales Manager Earns RBSM Certification

6/26/2020
Arizona Infection Control Expert Honored

6/26/2020
ABM Franchising Earns Customer Service Award

6/26/2020
DACA Employers Avoid Employment Issues ... For Now

6/26/2020
Kimberly-Clark Sets Climate Change Goals

6/26/2020
Janitors Are Escaping The Shadows

INTRODUCING THE WINNERS June 2020
Top Cleaning Chemical Products

INTRODUCING THE WINNERS June 2020
Restroom Dispensers and Consumables Winners

INTRODUCING THE WINNERS June 2020
Top Cleaning Tools

INTRODUCING THE WINNERS June 2020
Cleaning Equipment And Accessories Winners

INTRODUCING THE WINNERS June 2020
Distributors Name Top Jan/San Products

6/25/2020
P&G Brand Donates $10M To Handwashing Initiative

6/25/2020
Green Seal Releases Safer Disinfection Guidelines For COVID-19

6/25/2020
Survey: College Students Want To Return To Campus

6/25/2020
Professor Receives Award From APIC

6/25/2020
IICRC Revises Standard For Crime Scene Cleanup

6/24/2020
FDA Warns Of Using Certain Hand Sanitizers

6/24/2020
University Hopes To Extend N95 Mask Shelf Life

6/24/2020
Cintas Donates 100,000 Masks

CASE STUDY June 2020
Program Helps Save Thousands In Waste Removal

SUBMIT A BSCAI CLEAN AWARDS PROGRAM ENTRY BY JUNE 30 June 2020
Nominations Open For 2020 BSCAI CLEAN Awards

A JOURNEY TO HEALTHY FLOORING PROGRAMS June 2020
Polished Concrete Flooring Trims Spending, Improves Sustainability

A JOURNEY TO HEALTHY FLOORING PROGRAMS June 2020
Steps For Considering A Floor Plan Change

6/23/2020
Americans' Fear Of Public Spaces Will Hurt Business

6/23/2020
Can An Employee File A Work-From-Home Injury Claim?

6/23/2020
Crime-Fighting A.I. Could Be Used To Monitor Handwashing Habits

6/23/2020
OSHA Shares Guidance For Reopening Of Non-Essential Business

6/22/2020
Contracting Success Conference Will Be Virtual

6/22/2020
Americans Patronize Businesses They Know Are Clean

6/22/2020
B2B Buyers Crave Web Content

6/19/2020
NFL Stadium Passes Big Toilet Test

6/19/2020
Industry Vet Honored For Infection Prevention Efforts

6/19/2020
ACI Employee Named Thurgood Marshall College Fund Fellow

6/19/2020
GP Pro To Help Make Concert Venues Safer

ADAPTING TO COVID-19 CHALLENGES June 2020
Managing Inventory Amid The COVID-19 Pandemic

ADAPTING TO COVID-19 CHALLENGES June 2020
Virtual Training And Procedural Shifts

ADAPTING TO COVID-19 CHALLENGES June 2020
Connecting With Staff And Maintaining Morale

DISTRIBUTORS CAN BE A 'REOPENING RESOURCE' June 2020
New Procedures, Facility Layouts Require Distributor Consulting

6/18/2020
BRAVO! Welcomes Controller

6/18/2020
PDI Welcomes New Board Of Directors Members

6/18/2020
ICEsonic Names National Sales Manager

6/18/2020
Disposable Urinals Flying Off The Shelves

6/18/2020
Survey: Americans Fear Public Restrooms, Hand Dryers

6/17/2020
Mark Warner Joins Bullen Companies

6/17/2020
Couple Pivots Business Plan With COVID-19 Specialty Cleaning Service

6/17/2020
Tips For Communicating With Customers

6/17/2020
Janitors Demanding Greater Protections

6/17/2020
Entries Sought For 2020 Clean Awards Nominations

TARGETING HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTION HOTSPOTS June 2020
Cleaning Soft Surfaces In Healthcare Facilities

TARGETING HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTION HOTSPOTS June 2020
Consistent Protocol Key To Infection Control

6/16/2020
Beloved WAXIE Worker Dies Of Cancer

6/16/2020
Supreme Court Ruling Protects LGBT From Job Discrimination

6/16/2020
Charlotte Products Hires New Regional Sales Manager

6/16/2020
Q&A: Janitorial Company Talks Business During A Pandemic

6/16/2020
Cities Where Water Costs Have Risen The Most

6/15/2020
ISSA Supports Proposed 'Return-To-Work' Bonus

6/15/2020
COVID-19 Disinfecting Services Program Launched

6/15/2020
NFL Issues Policies For Facility Reopening

DON’T SOCIAL DISTANCE SUSTAINABILITY June 2020
How To Be Sustainable In The Days Of Coronavirus

6/12/2020
New Tools Support Safe Workplace Re-Entry

6/12/2020
Canberra Corporation Announces New Hire

6/12/2020
Hotel Chain Becomes Latest To Boast New Infection Control Practices

6/12/2020
SEIU Joins Other Leaders In Supporting Black Lives

6/12/2020
Hill & Markes Offering Online Cleaning Training

PREPARATION IS THE BEST PROTECTION June 2020
Facility Managers Must Know How To Fight Pandemics

6/11/2020
Sodexo Named A Top Company For Multicultural Women

6/11/2020
GOJO Expands Capacity To Meet Demand

6/11/2020
NYC Struggling With Public Restroom Closures

6/11/2020
Cleaning Industry Must Stop Spread Of Misinformation

6/11/2020
Common Cleaning Terms Defined

6/10/2020
Chemistry Department Makes Sanitizer For University

6/10/2020
ACI Pledges Aid In Bringing About Change For Equality

6/10/2020
BSC Announces More Important Hires

6/10/2020
DOL Offers Coronavirus Response Webinars Today

6/10/2020
The Handshake And Kiss Will Return After Coronavirus

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE June 2020
Hospital Janitors Embrace Hero Role During COVID-19

6/9/2020
P&G Donates $5M To Promote Equality

6/9/2020
BSCAI Launches New Podcast Series

6/9/2020
3 Tips For Keeping Employees

THE NEW NETWORKING June 2020
Reconnecting At The Virtual Cleaning Summit

6/8/2020
4M Hires Director Of Business Development

6/8/2020
Special Design Helps Visually Impaired Use Urinals

6/8/2020
Weather The Storm: Tips For Hurricane Season 2020

6/8/2020
Boy, 9, Honored For COVID-19 Infection Control Efforts

6/8/2020
Blocking Birds From Ruining Your Facility

6/5/2020
Proper Cleaning Vital To Refrigerated Display Case Upkeep

6/5/2020
Tips On Reducing COVID-19 Exposure At Nursing Homes

6/5/2020
Public Restroom Cleanliness Has Always Been Worrisome

6/5/2020
3M Appoints New CFO

6/5/2020
Greenbuild 2020 Gets New Dates, Format

6/4/2020
Restrictions Loosened On Hand Sanitizer Manufacturering

6/4/2020
Nursing Homes Subjected To Enhanced Infection Control Enforcement

6/4/2020
Office Pride Named A Top Recession-Proof Franchise

6/4/2020
GBAC Welcomes New Facilities To Its STAR Accreditation Program

6/4/2020
Water Safety Tips For Reopening

6/3/2020
Ecore Announces Partnership With Rochester Midland

6/3/2020
Deadline Looms For BSCAI Scholarship Applications

6/3/2020
New Emerging Pilot Credit Addresses Green Cleaning, COVID-19

6/3/2020
Doctor Invents Hand Sanitizer Dispensing Wristband

6/3/2020
Returning To Work And The New Not-So-Normal

6/2/2020
4M Building Solutions Announces New Hires

6/2/2020
IICRC Accepting Hall of Fame Nominations

6/2/2020
How Cleaning Staff Can Keep Shoes Clean

6/2/2020
How We Believe COVID-19 Is Spread

6/2/2020
What To Expect As Offices Reopen

6/1/2020
Hand Sanitizer, PPE Belong In Hurricane Supplies

6/1/2020
WAXIE Of Denver Gets New GM

6/1/2020
Experts Worried About New COVID-19 Hotspots

6/1/2020
ASHRAE Publishes Updated Legionella Guideline

6/1/2020
ACI Hires Regulatory Science Director

5/29/2020
COVID-19 Could Spread Through Dry Floor Drains

5/29/2020
Janitors Hold Vigil For Colleague Killed By COVID-19

5/29/2020
CIRI Issues Guidance For COVID-19 Decontamination

5/29/2020
DOL Issues WARN Act Guidance For Employers

STAY INFORMED WITH BSCAI GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS April 2020
Congress Approves Coronavirus Relief Packages

5/28/2020
Father-Daughter Team Opens BSC Franchise

5/28/2020
ASHE Conference Reschedule To The Fall

5/28/2020
How To Safely Manage Workforce Re-Entry

5/28/2020
Improving An Employee Referral Program

5/28/2020
Cleaning Frequencies To Increase Post Pandemic

5/27/2020
Virtual Educational Workshop Profiles Post-COVID Cleaning

5/27/2020
4M Announces Important Hire

5/27/2020
Special Committee Hears Janitor's Testimony On COVID-19

5/27/2020
Testing Water Before Employees Return To Work

5/26/2020
Public Restrooms A Key To Re-Opening Efforts

5/26/2020
Global Surface Cleaner Market To Grow

5/26/2020
Report Highlights Colgate-Palmolive's Sustainability Efforts

5/25/2020
Remembering America's Heroes

5/22/2020
Study To Explore Working Conditions Of Janitors

5/22/2020
OSHA Announces New COVID-19 Policies

5/22/2020
SC Johnson Committing $15M To COVID-19 Relief

5/22/2020
ACI Launches New Cleaning Initiative

5/22/2020
'COVID Crush' Game Simulates Transmission Of Disease

5/21/2020
CIRI Introduces Testing And Certification Option

5/21/2020
Janitors Hold Protest From Cars

5/21/2020
Mold Found In Children's Hospital ... Again

5/21/2020
How Airlines Could Change The Way They Face Germs

5/21/2020
How To Protect Hotel Guests From Bed Bugs Post-Pandemic

5/20/2020
Keeping Cleaning Agents Moving In The Supply Chain

5/20/2020
Cleaning Up After COVID-19

5/20/2020
BSC Announces Leadership Changes

5/20/2020
Waxie, North American Partner With FEMSA

5/20/2020
FDA Forgives Hand Sanitizer Maker For Misleading COVID-19 Claims

IN THE FIELD April 2020
Prioritizing Employee Morale During COVID-19 Pandemic

IN THE FIELD April 2020
Custodial Ergonomics Boost Employee Health

IN THE FIELD April 2020
BSC Contributions To Indoor Air Quality

5/19/2020
Office Pride Franchise Opens In Maryland

5/19/2020
Shoppers Burned After Hand Sanitizer Replaced By Drain Cleaner

5/19/2020
CDC Releases Tips For Reopening Schools, Businesses

5/19/2020
Health Safety Rating Launched For Facility Operations

5/19/2020
North Carolina Janitor Honored As Hero

5/18/2020
BRAVO! Helping With Re-Entry Into The Workplace

5/18/2020
Businesses Ask Government To Provide Better Safety Guidance

5/18/2020
Where And When Consumers Feel Comfortable Visiting Stores

5/15/2020
Manufactures Partner To Make Coronavirus-Killing Disinfectant

5/15/2020
8 Cleaning Ingredients Added To Safer Chemical Ingredients List

5/15/2020
Chemical Company Donates Materials To Make PPE

5/15/2020
How COVID-19 Has Changed Life For Toilet Paper Makers

5/15/2020
The American Public Restroom Must Change

5/14/2020
Ohio Cleaning Franchise Honored By Entrepreneur

5/14/2020
Diversey Announces Efficacy Testing Against SARS-CoV-2

5/14/2020
Nominations Open For National Hygiene Specialist Award

5/14/2020
SEIU Chapter Calls For Worker Unionization In Canada

5/14/2020
Success Of Businesses Could Depend On Cleaning Staff

CORDED VS. CORDLESS CONSIDERATIONS April 2020
BSC Vacuum Selection Depends On Price, Facility Type

CORDED VS. CORDLESS CONSIDERATIONS April 2020
Corded Vs. Cordless Vacuum Features

CORDED VS. CORDLESS CONSIDERATIONS April 2020
Manufacturers, Distributors Serve As Vacuum Selection Resources

5/13/2020
Disinfecting Technologies Scrutinized In Fight Against SARS-CoV-2

5/13/2020
New Series Recognizes Frontline Cleaning Teams

5/13/2020
Sodexo Makes DiverstiyInc's Hall of Fame

5/13/2020
Guardian Asset Management Offers Enhanced COVID-19 Protection

5/13/2020
Clearing Up Carpet Care Myths

5/12/2020
Office Pride Of East Texas Celebrates 10 Years

5/12/2020
Cleanliness Of Floors, Air Extremely Important In Infection Prevention

5/12/2020
Disinfectant Products Undergo Testing

5/12/2020
Marriot Creates Global Cleanliness Council

5/11/2020
Dow Chemical Earns Impressive Honors

5/11/2020
Servicon Systems Earns Infection Control Certification

5/11/2020
NYC Janitors Feel Slighted

5/11/2020
BSCAI Seeking CLEAN Awards Nominations

5/11/2020
NFL Team To Hire Hygiene Expert

BSCAI'S COMMERCIAL CLEANING RESOURCES FOR COVID-19 April 2020
BSCAI's Commercial Cleaning Resources For COVID-19

TIME, ATTENDANCE SOLUTION IMPROVES LABOR COMPLIANCE April 2020
Labor Management System Helps BSC Save

5/8/2020
East Coast Janitorial Company Joins NSA

5/8/2020
California Frontline Workers Granted Benefits

5/8/2020
Businesses Viewing Cleaning Services Differently

5/8/2020
Ecolab Praised For Diversity

5/7/2020
Clorox Promotes New President

5/7/2020
Sofidel's Best Hand Hygiene Practices During Pandemic

5/7/2020
AICS Provides Blueprint For Healthier Workplaces

5/7/2020
Kids Send Thank You Cards To Frontline Workers

5/7/2020
Virginia Woman Creates Hand Washing Monitor

EXECUTIVE INSIGHTS: MICHAEL HERBST, DKI April 2020
BSC, Commercial Property Restoration Industries Similar

LOOKING AHEAD April 2020
Tips For Employee Succession Plans

LOOKING AHEAD - CREATING WELL-TRAINED LEADERS THROUGH SUCCESSION PLANNING PART 2 April 2020
Transitioning Responsibilities During Training

BSCS FACE UNIQUE LABOR CHALLENGES IN LIGHT OF COVID-19 April 2020
Building Service Contractors Offer Solutions To Labor Problems

5/6/2020
AFFLINK Partners With Wounded Warrior Program

5/6/2020
Janitorial Company Launches Post COVID-19 Cleaning Plan

5/6/2020
Reduced Facility Traffic After A Pandemic Is An Open Door For Pests

5/6/2020
Disinfectant Demand Stressing Supply Chain

5/5/2020
Membership Program Available For Facility Professionals

5/5/2020
IICRC Seeks Board Of Directors Nominations

5/5/2020
FDA: Stop Making Hand Sanitizer Palatable

5/5/2020
ABM Also Joins Cleaning Coalition

THE COST OF LITHIUM April 2020
Lithium Batteries Provide Efficient, Ergonomic Floor Equipment Option

THE COST OF LITHIUM April 2020
Cost And Safety Of Lithium Batteries

CLEANERS AND DISINFECTANTS April 2020
Best Practices For Chemical Handling, Storage

CLEANERS AND DISINFECTANTS April 2020
Developing An Effective Training Program

REINFORCING CHEMICAL PROTOCOL April 2020
Chemical Training Vital To COVID-19 Management

5/4/2020
Janitors Demand Higher Wages After COVID Kills Peer

5/4/2020
Tesla Lays Off Nearly 300 Janitors

5/4/2020
4M VP Appointed To BSCAI Committee

5/4/2020
Harvard Maintenance Joins New Industry Group

5/4/2020
Disinfectants Could Come To Market More Easily

5/1/2020
Best Practices For PPE In The Fight Against Infectious Diseases

5/1/2020
Mitsubishi Chemical Announces Acquisition

5/1/2020
Major Hotel Chain Announces Cleaning Initiative

5/1/2020
Two Men Drink Disinfectant To Ward Off COVID-19

BENEFITS OF ONBOARD MOPS April 2020
Onboard Mops Add Convenience, Reduce Injury

April 2020
Conventional And New Mops Can Coexist

THE STRATEGIC SELL April 2020
Five Steps To Sales Transformation

SEEKING GREENER PASTURES April 2020
Indoor Air Quality Affects Education, Student Health

HEALTHY SCHOOLS April 2020
Product Selection, Organization Key To Standardized Cleaning

FIGHTING A PANDEMIC April 2020
How COVID-19 Has BSCs Scrambling

April 2020
Supply Chain Failing Janitors

April 2020
Building Service Contractors Forming Response Teams

4/30/2020
BSC Provides Re-entry Guidelines For Clients

4/30/2020
BSCAI Talks Joining Cleaning Coalition

4/30/2020
USMCA Trade Pact To Start July 1

4/30/2020
Cleaning Company Donating Free Services To Pandemic Heroes

4/30/2020
Canadian Leaders Recognize Janitors' Call For Justice

4/29/2020
Americans Strongly Support Touchless Restroom Fixtures

4/29/2020
Brady Industries Acquires Maintenance Mart

4/29/2020
Poisoning On The Rise During Pandemic

4/29/2020
CONNEX Announces New Board Members, Officers

4/29/2020
Soap Maker Giving Back During Record Success

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS April 2020
Buying Groups Address Industry Challenges

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS April 2020
Distributor Consolidation And Where Buying Groups Fit In

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS April 2020
Benefits Of Buying Groups

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS April 2020
How Buying Groups Help Distributors Navigate Changes In Jan/San

ESSENTIAL TOOLS FOR ESSENTIAL WORKERS April 2020
Education, Protocols And Products To Combat COVID-19

ESSENTIAL TOOLS FOR ESSENTIAL WORKERS April 2020
Cleaning, Disinfecting Both Vital In COVID-19 Protocol

ESSENTIAL TOOLS FOR ESSENTIAL WORKERS April 2020
Electrostatic Sprayers Serve As Accurate Cleaning Tool

ESSENTIAL TOOLS FOR ESSENTIAL WORKERS April 2020
Distributors Supply Products And Guidance During Pandemic

BE AN ELITE BSC April 2020
Navigating A BSC In A Pandemic

4/28/2020
Top Mosquito Cities Announced

4/28/2020
Menstrual Products Given To Needy

4/28/2020
2020 Custodian Of The Year Crowned

4/28/2020
Nurses Serving As Janitors, PPE In Short Supply

4/28/2020
Cleaning Company's New Services A Big Hit

4/27/2020
Industry Giants Form Cleaning Coalition Of America

4/27/2020
Applications Now Accepted For BSCAI Scholarship

4/27/2020
Webinars To Discuss On-Board Charging

4/27/2020
4M Announces Employment Changes

4/27/2020
Q&A Part II: Cleaning Workspaces During And After COVID-19

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK April 2020
Cleaning: One Activity COVID-19 Can't Cancel

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE April 2020
Laine Noah Leads Through Unprompted Contributions

CASE STUDY April 2020
Partnership Helps University Of Vermont Earn Sustainability Accolades

4/24/2020
DOE Honors School For Health And Sustainability

4/24/2020
Janitorial Company's Recapitalization Partnership Announced

4/24/2020
Companies Experience An Increase In Cleaning Demand

4/24/2020
Senior Care Center Janitor Steps Up In Time Of Need

4/24/2020
Q&A Part I: What One Cleaning Company Is Doing To Fight COVID-19

4/23/2020
Improved Handwashing To Continue After Pandemic

4/23/2020
Solar-Powered Hand Sanitizing Machine Turning Heads

4/23/2020
Nashville Doctors Raise Money For Janitors

4/23/2020
Medline Brings More Hand Sanitizer To Market

4/23/2020
Economist: Federal Reserve A Last Resort Lender For Small Businesses

FREETIME April 2020
DPA Buying Group CEO Gives Back To His Alma Mater

FLOORING STANDARDS THAT PROTECT FACILITIES April 2020
Testing Floors To Prevent Slip-And-Fall Accidents

FLOOR CARE April 2020
Understanding Floor Testing Standards, Safety Requirements

FLOOR CARE April 2020
Maintaining Floor Traction Through Maintenance, Consulting

EDUCATED DISPENSER DECISIONS April 2020
Using Data To Determine Dispenser Setups

EDUCATED DISPENSER DECISIONS April 2020
Dispenser Placement, Foot Traffic Pivotal For Setup

4/22/2020
The Customer's Trust Will Be Vital Post-COVID-19

4/22/2020
Celebrating Milestone Earth Day

4/22/2020
Most Americans Say Facilities Lose Credibility With Dirty Carpet

4/22/2020
SC Johnson Donates Another $1M To COVID-19 Relief

4/22/2020
More Updates Completed At New Ecolab Headquarters

4/21/2020
Remote Work Will Become More Common

4/21/2020
The Relationship Between COVID-19 And HVAC

4/21/2020
Office Pride Earns High Marks From Franchising Publication

4/21/2020
Hospital Janitor Finds 'Joy' In Protecting Others From Pandemic

4/21/2020
Dozens Of SEIU Members In New York Killed By COVID-19

CASE STUDY April 2020
Citi Field Focuses On Safe Walking Surfaces In Jackie Robinson Rotunda

4/20/2020
UV Light System Decontaminates N95 Masks

4/20/2020
Small Business Loans Come To A Halt

4/20/2020
Janitor's 4,500 Mile Journey To Help Clean Up COVID-19

4/20/2020
Answers On How Cleaning Can Fight COVID-19 And Future Infections

FROM THE EDITOR April 2020
Industry Finally Seen For What It Is

4/20/2020
COVID-19 Cleaning Tips

4/17/2020
Ecolab Donates $1.7 Million To COVID-19 Response

4/17/2020
OSHA Guidance For Recording COVID-19 Cases

4/17/2020
What Cleaning Contractors Should Be Doing Right Now

4/17/2020
Students, Faculty Fight To Get Stanford Custodians Paid

4/17/2020
Keeping Workers Healthy Includes Keeping Their Vehicles Clean

EMBRACING CLEAN INITIATIVES April 2020
Survey Gauges Green Cleaning Equipment Adoption

EMBRACING CLEAN INITIATIVES April 2020
Data Reveals Green Certification Trends For Cleaning Managers

EMBRACING CLEAN INITIATIVES April 2020
Conveying Value To Maintain Green Initiatives

EMBRACING CLEAN INITIATIVES April 2020
Green Cleaning, Sustainability Survey Highlights Industry Trends

EMBRACING CLEAN INITIATIVES April 2020
Survey Identifies Tips On Maintaining Green Cleaning Initiatives

4/16/2020
The Challenges Ahead For Distributors

4/16/2020
Distillery Owner Donates Sanitizer To Hospital That Saved Daughter's Life

4/16/2020
Hand Sanitizer Spray Market Is Booming

4/16/2020
Pay Attention To Floor Drains During COVID-19

4/16/2020
ACI Fills New Directorial Position

BSCAI February 2020
Share Strategies At 2020 BSCAI Executive Management Conference

4/15/2020
Nextstep Commercial Products Hires Logistics Supervisor

4/15/2020
Cascades Helps To Make Medical Visors

4/15/2020
TEAM Software Acquires Kwantek

4/15/2020
Custodial Staff The Big Shots On Campus During Outbreak

4/15/2020
3M Files Lawsuit Due To Price Gouging Of Masks

4/14/2020
D.C. Area BSC Joins NSA

4/14/2020
Dow Donates To Michigan's COVID-19 Relief Efforts

4/14/2020
New Face Masks Kill Germs On Contact

4/14/2020
Hand Sanitizer Shortage Could Go On Much Longer

4/13/2020
Study Finds Surgical And Cotton Masks Ineffective Against SARS-CoV-2

CLEANING: A CRUCIAL FUNCTION OF PUBLIC HEALTH April 2020
COVID-19 Outbreak Emphasizes Cleaning Budgets, Frontline Support

4/13/2020
DOL: Workers Who Report Unsafe Conditions Must Go Unpunished

4/13/2020
Voting For Custodian Of The Year Contest Ends Soon

4/13/2020
Cleaning Company Explains Procedure It Uses Against Coronavirus

4/13/2020
Campaign Seeks To Improve Janitors' Work Conditions During Pandemic

4/9/2020
CASE STUDY: Eco Logic Prepares Campus Buildings For COVID-19 Response

EDITOR'S NOTE April 2020
Cleaning Tips And Resources During Coronavirus Pandemic

4/8/2020
Medical Center Receives Crucial PPE Donation

4/8/2020
Janitors Protest Work Lost Due To Pandemic

4/8/2020
Hospital Janitors Often Last To Receive PPE

4/7/2020
Scott Brand Helps Essential Workers With Child Care

4/6/2020
Hawaii Has A Public Restroom Destruction Problem

4/6/2020
Handwashing's New Age

4/6/2020
How COVID-19 Changes Cleaning Proposals

4/6/2020
Nextstep Commercial Products Adds To Corporate Staff

4/3/2020
EPA Making Disinfectant Production Easier

4/3/2020
U.S. Unemployment Continues To Set Records

4/2/2020
Hydro Systems Provides Online COVID-19 Resources

4/2/2020
IICRC No Longer Accepting OSHA Training Course

4/2/2020
Advice On Employee Retention

4/1/2020
NYC Official Fears For City's Non-Citizen Frontline Laborers

4/1/2020
Dow Chemical Expands Emergency Hand Sanitizer Production

4/1/2020
Six Steps Jan/San Companies Should Take Right Now

4/1/2020
Small And Mid-Sized Businesses Get Tax Help

4/1/2020
Downtown Chicago Janitors Get Expanded Benefits

CASE STUDY February 2020
Low-Moisture Cleaning Maintains Carpets Efficiently

3/31/2020
Janitors Could Be Laid Off Amid Building Closures

3/30/2020
Cascades Provides Update On Its COVID-19 Operations

3/30/2020
CASE STUDY: Protecting Florida's Schools With Cleaning Equipment

HOPKINS TAKES CONTROL February 2020
BSCAI President To Prioritize Events, Membership Resources

BOOK CLUB February 2020
Building Customer Trust Through Credibility, Consistent Results

3/27/2020
BSC Struggles With High Demand, Low Supplies

3/27/2020
Cottonelle Donates $1M, Toilet Paper To COVID-19 Relief

3/27/2020
Georgia-Pacific Provides Update On Product Supply

3/26/2020
How To Prevent Employee Exposure To COVID-19

3/26/2020
3M Partners With Ford To Aid COVID-19 Response

3/26/2020
Floors An Overlooked Source Of Infection

3/26/2020
Advice For Managing People Remotely

3/25/2020
Company Re-Deploys Manufacturing Capabilities To Make Hand Sanitizer

3/25/2020
Major Industry Associations To Hold Livestream Symposium

3/24/2020
States Recognizing Janitors As Essential Workers

3/24/2020
One Chance Left To Vote For Distributor Choice Awards

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS February 2020
Year-Round Education, Certification Opportunities With BSCAI

SOFTWARE SIMPLIFIES TRAINING, OPTIMIZES EFFICIENCY February 2020
Distribution Company Improves Thanks To ERP Software

3/20/2020
Updates On CIRI Symposium

3/20/2020
NACD Sends Letter To President Trump Regarding Chemical Industry Operations

3/20/2020
Oxy-Gen Powered Expands Sales and Marketing Capabilities

3/19/2020
Clorox Foundation Pledges Millions To Organizations Fighting Coronavirus

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS February 2020
Commercial Cleaning For Large-Scale Events

3/18/2020
Now Is The Time For The Cleaning Industry To Shine

3/18/2020
Distilleries Making, Donating Hand Sanitizer With Their Alcohol

3/18/2020
Possible Fecal-Oral Spread Of COVID-19 Brings Attention To Restrooms

3/17/2020
Vermont Community Raises Thousands For School Janitors

3/17/2020
Custodian Of The Year Finalists Named

3/17/2020
Three Ways Coronavirus Could Change The Paid Time Off Debate

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS February 2020
BSCAI Board Of Directors Announced For 2020

3/13/2020
RAI Amsterdam Postpones Interclean

3/13/2020
Hand Washing Habits Across The U.S.

3/12/2020
OSHA Offers Tips For Preparing Office For COVID-19

3/12/2020
Major City Mandates Baby Changing Stations

3/11/2020
S.P. Richards Opens New Headquarters After Fire

3/11/2020
IICRC Appoints New CEO

3/11/2020
Online Tool Pairs Song Lyrics With Handwashing Routine

3/11/2020
NSA Continues Hot Start To Year

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS February 2020
Extensive Education, Networking Opportunities Highlight BSCAI CEO Seminar

3/10/2020
Early Registration Ends Soon For BSCAI Exec Conference

3/10/2020
Child Deaths Caused By Flu Passes 130

3/10/2020
Major Airline Ramps Up Disinfecting Practices

3/10/2020
Police Ask Public To Stop Stealing Their Toilet Paper

3/10/2020
SARS-CoV-2 And COVID-19: What's The Difference?

3/9/2020
EPA Names Products That Kill Coronavirus

3/9/2020
Female Janitors March To Stop Sexual Violence

3/9/2020
Hand Sanitizer Fans Are Getting Desperate

3/9/2020
How To Ask For Customers Testimonials

SHOULD SUPERVISORS BE CUSTOMER RELATIONS EXPERTS? February 2020
Improving Service With Supervisor-Client Relationships

CLEANING CHALLENGES OF UNFAMILIAR FLOORS February 2020
Entrance Matting Minimizes Floor Soil

CLEANING CHALLENGES OF UNFAMILIAR FLOORS February 2020
Unique Cleaning Requirements For Different Floors

CASE STUDY February 2020
City Hall Restores, Protects And Maintains Original Flooring Features

CLEANING CHALLENGES OF UNFAMILIAR FLOORS February 2020
Luxury Vinyl Flooring Provides Simpler Maintenance, Installation

CARING FOR THE KIDS February 2020
Jan/San Employee Combats Child Maltreatment

3/6/2020
Current Leaders For The 2020 Distributor Choice Award

3/6/2020
How Smart Devices Interrupt The Workday

3/6/2020
Startup Introduces VR-Enabled Restroom Cleaning Robot

3/6/2020
Cleaning Industry Aiding Response To Tennessee Tornados

3/6/2020
Help Celebrate National Cleaning Week

3/5/2020
Tips To Disinfecting An Office

3/5/2020
Survey Shows Workers Value Restroom Care

3/5/2020
Why U.S. Hospitals Could Struggle With Coronavirus

3/5/2020
Hospitals Honored For Environmental Focus

3/5/2020
University Cancels Sporting Events Amid Coronavirus Concerns

VETTING YOUR VACUUM SELECTION February 2020
Productivity And Ergonomic Considerations

3/4/2020
Nichols Gives Out Annual Supplier Awards

3/4/2020
Seattle Skyscraper Closes For Coronavirus Cleaning

3/4/2020
How To Prepare For Infectious Outbreaks

3/4/2020
Coroanvirus’ Impact On The Supply Chain

3/4/2020
Best Practices For Keeping Carpet Clean

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE - SPONSORED BY PROTEAM February 2020
Rickevon Johnson Stands Out With Unprompted Contributions

CONTRACTORS CONVERGE ON BALTIMORE February 2020
Targeted Education Slated For Clean Buildings Expo

3/3/2020
Too Much Hand Sanitizer Increases Infection Risk

3/3/2020
How One BSC Chain Is Fighting COVID-19

3/3/2020
Essity Acquires Majority Stake In Medical Solutions Company

3/3/2020
Amsterdam Innovation Award Nominees Announced

FIVE INSIGHTS INTO CLEANING MANAGEMENT February 2020
Engage Cleaning Staff For Operational Insight

3/2/2020
Cintas Honors Companies And Employees Who Saved Lives

3/2/2020
Cleaning Products Supplier Sends Children To Nature Camp

3/2/2020
Brophy Services Joins NSA

SOFTEN AMAZON’S BLOW WITH ERP SOFTWARE February 2020
How Amazon Has Set The Bar High On Distribution

SOFTEN AMAZON’S BLOW WITH ERP SOFTWARE February 2020
Customer Service Jan/San’s Final Response To Amazon

A QUICK INTRODUCTION February 2020
Zudonyi Takes Over As Editor-In-Chief

2/28/2020
Legend Brands Names New National Account Manager

2/28/2020
Nomination Period Ending For Custodian Of The Year Contest

2/28/2020
Pence To Lead Coronavirus Response

2/28/2020
Hand Sanitizer And Disinfectant Wipes Sales Are Up Big

TAKING PAUSE FOR PAWS February 2020
Prepare Indoor Matting For Outdoor Moisture

2/27/2020
Life Expectancy of Bacteria Causing Nosocomial Infections

2/27/2020
State Mulls Gender-Neutral Single-Occupant Restrooms

2/27/2020
EPA Registers First Products To Fight C. auris

2/27/2020
How Hospitals Are Screening For Coronavirus

2/27/2020
Spartan Chemical Regional Manager Honored For Rep Work

2020: A YEAR TO REMEMBER? February 2020
Six Questions Sales Leaders Must Ask Themselves

2/26/2020
Janitor Strike Involves Environmental Cleaning Demand

2/26/2020
Aramark Grants Nonprofit $20,000

2/26/2020
Janitor Service Spending Expected To Increase

2/26/2020
Invention Kills Germs On Office Pens

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE February 2020
Sam Mills Exudes Leadership Beyond The Job

2/25/2020
Spartan Chemical Expands National Accounts Efforts

2/25/2020
Why Waterless Urinal Sales Are Increasing

2/25/2020
How Long Could Coronavirus Stay On Objects?

2/25/2020
Union Opposes School District’s Restroom Demands

LOOKING AHEAD February 2020
How Jan/San Distributors Will Handle Future Challenges

2/24/2020
RDA Advantage Partners With Network Services Company

2/24/2020
Americans More Worried About Flu Than Coronavirus

TAKING STOCK: WHAT’S IN YOUR CLOSET? February 2020
Inventory Management Improves Cleaning Efficiency

SUPERBUGS IN SICKNESS AND IN HEALTH February 2020
Superbugs Spreading From Soft Surfaces, Too

SUPERBUGS IN SICKNESS AND IN HEALTH February 2020
Innovative Tech, Safer Disinfectants Are Tools Worth Exploring

SUPERBUGS IN SICKNESS AND IN HEALTH February 2020
Jan/San Distributors Must Be A Resource In Infection Control

2/21/2020
Interclean Amsterdam Boasts Exhibit For Facility Managers

2/21/2020
Community Raises Thousands For Struggling Custodian

2/21/2020
The History Of Why Handwashing Gender Gap Exists

2/21/2020
NSA Adds St. Louis-based Member

2/20/2020
CIRI Science Symposium To Cover Pandemic Preparedness

2/20/2020
4 Ways To Reward Good Employees

2/20/2020
Orlando’s Portable Restroom Idea Is Working

2/20/2020
Coronavirus More Lethal Than The Flu?

INTRODUCTIONS ARE IN ORDER February 2020
Zudonyi Introduces Herself As Editor-In-Chief

EVOLVING WITH EVS February 2020
Determining EVS Protocol In Healthcare Facilities

EVOLVING WITH EVS February 2020
Overlooked Touchpoints Lead To Cross-Contamination

EVOLVING WITH EVS February 2020
Adopting Proper Disinfection Equipment

2/19/2020
U.S. Increases Coronavirus Testing In Major Cities

2/19/2020
Survey Shows Preference For Anti-Fatigue Matting

2/19/2020
600 Rolls Of Toilet Paper Stolen In Armed Robbery

2/19/2020
AFFLINK Raises $100K For City of Hope

2/18/2020
Ecolab’s Sustainability Honored

2/18/2020
College Student Urges Classmates To Respect Custodians

2/18/2020
Mold Again Causes Death At Children’s Hospital

VETTING YOUR VACUUM SELECTION February 2020
Facility Size, Safety Concerns Dictate Vacuum Investments

WHEN TO GO ROBOTIC February 2020
When Customers Need Robotic Floor Care Machines

WHEN TO GO ROBOTIC February 2020
Consider ROI, Workload Before Buying Robotic Equipment

WHEN TO GO ROBOTIC February 2020
Jan/San Distributors Must Help Customers Understand Floor Robotics

VETTING YOUR VACUUM SELECTION February 2020
Distributors And Manufacturers Offer Vacuum Expertise

CURATIVE CLEANING PLAN COMBATS COLDS AND FLU February 2020
Promoting Hygiene To Minimize Infections

CURATIVE CLEANING PLAN COMBATS COLDS AND FLU February 2020
Technology Essential To Eliminate High-Resistance Infections

2/14/2020
Focusing On The Flu When Others Talk Coronavirus

2/14/2020
Chapel Ditches Communion For Hand Sanitizer

2/14/2020
Health Experts Meet To Discuss Future Outbreaks

2/14/2020
Registration Open For BSCAI Executive Mgmt. Conference

2/14/2020
Handwashing At Top Airports Would Greatly Reduce Pandemics

2/13/2020
Germ-Fighting Fabric Invented For Healthcare

2/13/2020
Aramark Benefits Boys & Girls Club

2/13/2020
2,100 St. Louis Janitors Get New Contract

2/13/2020
Can Coronavirus Spread Through Building Pipes?

2/13/2020
Public Restrooms That Assist Homeless Grow In Popularity

2/12/2020
Most Employees Considering Leaving Job

2/12/2020
Twin Cities Janitors Authorize Strike

2/12/2020
Infection Control Program Saves Hospital Money

2/12/2020
Volunteers Needed For New Infection Control Standard

CLEAN BUILDINGS EXPO RETURNS TO BALTIMORE February 2020
Clean Buildings Expo To Offer Expanded Education Sessions
Clean Buildings Expo highlights education, product information and networking for facility cleaning managers.

2/11/2020
Chemical Manufacturer Hires New Regional Manager

2/11/2020
New Coronavirus Death Toll Exceeds SARS Epidemic

EDITOR'S NOTE February 2020
Coronavirus Stresses Cleaning Education

2/10/2020
BSC Announces Staffing Changes

2/10/2020
Technology Helps Towels Combat Quat Depletion

2/10/2020
Spartan Chemical Managers Honored By EBP

2/10/2020
Jan/San Mfgr Partners With MLB Team On Major Recycling Effort

2/10/2020
Workplace Safety Celebrated With OSHA Milestone

2/7/2020
Major U.S. City Could Require Free Feminine Hygiene Products

2/7/2020
Robots, UV Lights Fight Germs In Hospitals

2/7/2020
Could Coronavirus Become An Annual Threat?

2/6/2020
‘Rock Star Janitor’ Named

2/6/2020
Network Services Company Expands Sales & Marketing Team

2/6/2020
EnerSys Earns Most Valuable Supplier Award

2/6/2020
Sinatra’s Marble & Gold Toilet Sold At Auction

2/6/2020
Poll Says Foul Odors Result In Lost Business

2/5/2020
Coronavirus Worries Creating Business For Cleaning Industry

2/5/2020
Longtime Jan/San Sales Rep Retires

2/5/2020
OSHA Orders School To Re-Hire Employee Who Helped Report Asbestos

2/5/2020
University Honors Custodian Who Stood Up To Racism

2/5/2020
Reduce Turnover With Team Building Exercises

2/4/2020
Flu Remains A Threat

2/4/2020
Aramark Honored For Inclusive Hiring Practices

2/4/2020
‘Custodian Of The Year’ Nominations Being Accepted

2/4/2020
National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Elect Officers

2/3/2020
Kimberly-Clark Pro Gets New President

2/3/2020
Mats Inc. Promotes Two Executives

2/3/2020
ACI’s New Strategy Will Focus On Sustainability, Science

1/31/2020
What Employees Want

1/31/2020
A Gadget That Entertains While Tracking Handwashing Habits

1/31/2020
Diversey Honored With Customer Service Award

1/31/2020
IICRC Opens Nominations For Keith Williams Award

1/31/2020
NSA Gains New Member

1/30/2020
Ecolab Promotes Worker To SVP

1/30/2020
Longtime Industry Veteran Retires

1/30/2020
Kid Raises Money For Ailing School Custodian

1/30/2020
ACI Grants 2020 Distinguished Service Award

1/30/2020
How Housekeeping ‘Opt-Out’ Can Have Drawbacks

1/29/2020
Cintas Opens Up 2020 Best Restroom Contest

1/29/2020
What's Ahead For Cleaning Contractors In 2020?

1/29/2020
St. Louis Politician One Of Those Arrested In Janitor Protest

1/29/2020
Midlab Earns LEED Gold For Sustainable Facility

1/28/2020
Innovation Award Will Remain A Highlight Of Interclean Amsterdam

1/28/2020
Researchers Learn Important Information About C.diff

1/28/2020
More States Mulling Free Menstrual Products In Public Schools

1/28/2020
Unemployment Rates Remain Low In Several States

1/27/2020
Hospital Uses Young Dog To Track Deadly Infections

1/27/2020
Outdoor Pathogens Could Move Antibiotic-Resistance Indoors

1/27/2020
Office Pride Founder/CEO To Become BSCAI President

1/27/2020
Michigan Restrooms Could Become More Welcoming To Disabled

1/27/2020
SouthEast LINK Announces Feburary Expo

1/24/2020
Campaign Raises Funds For Janitor Fighting Deportation

1/24/2020
Americans Are Growing More Concerned About Germs

1/24/2020
Even Army Labs Sometimes Fail To Handle Deadly Bacteria Properly

1/24/2020
Bona US Becomes Official Floor Care Partner NBA Team

1/24/2020
Americans Are Reducing Their Water Footprint

1/23/2020
First Case Of Coronavirus Confirmed In The U.S.

1/23/2020
ServiceMaster Appoints Interim CEO

1/23/2020
Another State Pushes For Free Menstrual Product Law

1/23/2020
Why Distribution Needs Relationship Contracts

1/23/2020
Tips To Preventing the Spread Of Germs

1/22/2020
U.S. Government Tracking Disease’s Spread From China

1/22/2020
Fitbit Data Could Help Predict Flu Outbreaks

1/22/2020
Paper Towel And Tissue Companies Merge

1/22/2020
Employee Retention Tips

1/21/2020
Virus Sickens 170 At National Park

1/21/2020
Aramark Pledges To Diversify Its Supply Chain

1/21/2020
Thinking Deeply About Healthier Buildings

1/21/2020
Simply Right Joins Industry Association

1/20/2020
D.O.L. Ruling Impacts Cleaning Franchises And Contracting Companies

1/20/2020
Effective Cleaning Process Reduces Student Absenteeism

1/20/2020
New Office Pride Franchise Opens In Indiana

1/20/2020
OSHA Changes Maximum Penalty Costs

1/20/2020
Infection Control Programs Reduces Training Facility Bacteria By 95%

1/18/2020
EPA: List N Disinfectants Can Fight Against New COVID-19 Strains

1/17/2020
JNS Commercial Cleaning Joins National Service Alliance

1/17/2020
CSC 2020 Boasts Professional Development Opportunities

1/17/2020
FORUM PULIRE Dates, Topics Announced

1/16/2020
Student Pushes School For 2-ply Toilet Paper

1/16/2020
New City Crowned Worst For Bed Bugs

1/16/2020
ProTeam Announces Annual Rep Award Winners

1/16/2020
BSR/IICRC S500 Revised Draft Standard Available for Public Review

1/16/2020
Strong Practices For Eliminating Indoor Odors

1/15/2020
Scholarships Offered For Infection Prevention Conference

1/15/2020
Vectair Systems Hires VP Of Business Development

1/15/2020
Prof. Joins Cleaning Industry Research Institute Advisory Council

1/15/2020
Kellermeyer Bergensons Services Acquires Housekeeping Company

1/15/2020
Are Infection Preventionists Undervalued In Certain Healthcare Programs?

1/14/2020
Baltimore Pro Sports Stadiums Exemplify Sustainability

1/14/2020
Motion Industries Makes Notable Promotion

1/14/2020
How To Retain Employees In 2020

1/14/2020
Hygieia Network Talks 2020 Networking & Leadership Conference

1/13/2020
Flu Widespread, But Hospitalizations Are Down

1/13/2020
Diversey Makes Changes At CEO

1/13/2020
Atlanta Airport Restrooms Embrace IoT

1/13/2020
TEAM Software Acquires Facilities Cleaning And Management Company

1/10/2020
Chicago Hospitals Install Hand Hygiene Trackers

1/10/2020
Brady Shines Announces Latest Philanthropic Offering

1/10/2020
Hot Streak: Imperial Dade Acquires Paper and Plastic Company

1/10/2020
20 Chemicals Undergoing EPA Evaluation

1/10/2020
Robot Delivers Toilet Paper Right To The Seat

1/9/2020
Facilities Management Company Joins NSA

1/9/2020
Spartan Chemical Names Regional Managers

1/9/2020
Miami Janitors Continue Low Wage Protests

1/9/2020
Deal Makes Network Services Largest Member-Owned Distributor

1/8/2020
Partnership Hopes To Squash Drug-Resistant Germs

1/8/2020
How One University Marries Green With Clean

1/8/2020
Preparing Building Floors For Winter Weather

1/8/2020
2010s Presented A Shift In Sustainability

1/8/2020
Aramark Names New CFO

1/7/2020
Imperial Dade Announces Texas Acquisition

1/7/2020
Flu Season On Pace To Be One Of The Worst

1/7/2020
Hospital Janitor Bonds With Kids Over LEGOs

1/7/2020
Canberra Corporation Make Important Hire

1/6/2020
Diversey Acquires Intellectual Property Rights To Cleaner

1/6/2020
How Environmental Services Departments Can Improve

1/6/2020
Covering Toilet Seat With Paper Is A Bad Call

1/3/2020
New Year, New Restroom Policies

1/3/2020
Researchers Use Nursery Rhyme To Teach Handwashing

1/3/2020
BSC Announces Recent Promotions

1/3/2020
ABCO Products Acquires Cleaning Tool Maker

1/3/2020
NSA Welcomes Arizona BSC

1/2/2020
How Hiring Disabled Workers Reduces Turnover

1/2/2020
Cleaning Is Needed In Space

1/2/2020
Diversey Acquires Intellectual Property Rights To Innovative Tech

1/2/2020
NACD Welcomes Passage Of USMCA Trade Deal

12/30/2019
Influenza A Virus Could Soon Begin Picking Up

12/30/2019
New Program Recycles Hotel Soap For U.S. Kids

12/30/2019
Corporate Building Services Joins National Service Alliance

12/30/2019
Some People Think It's Bad To Be Too Clean

12/27/2019
Jan-Pro Lawsuit Challenges Contractor Classification

12/27/2019
Floorcare Manufacturer Announces Retirement Of Director

12/27/2019
CDC: Flu Continues To Spread Across Country

12/27/2019
Slanted Toilets To Shorten Restroom Breaks

12/27/2019
Signs Of Employees Exposed To Too Much Cold

12/26/2019
Midwestern Commercial Cleaning Company Joins NSA

12/26/2019
Massive Janitorial Strike Averted

ELECTROSTATIC PROVIDES EXTRA PROTECTION DURING FLU SEASON November 2019
How One BSC Prevents Illness Using Electrostatic Tech

12/23/2019
University Researches Lives Of Janitors

12/23/2019
ISSA Show North America 2019 Deemed A Success

12/20/2019
Some Patients Bringing C.Diff To Hospitals

12/20/2019
CASE STUDY: Why These Veterinarians Fear Fomites

12/20/2019
AFFLINK Welcomes 2 New Members

12/20/2019
Infection Prevention Practices Leads To Psychological Safety In Healthcare

BOOK CLUB November 2019
Author Helps Crack The Generational Code

12/19/2019
HAIs And The Healthcare Cleaning Forum 2020

12/19/2019
4M Celebrates Two BSCAI Awards

12/19/2019
Bacteria Repellant Plastic To Neutralize Superbugs

12/19/2019
Norovirus Sickens More Than 100 Students

12/19/2019
CleanTelligent Names 27-Year-Old President

12/18/2019
BSCAI Honors Contracting Profits With Industry Service Award

12/18/2019
How To Build Good Facility Health Habits

12/18/2019
OSHA Enforcement And Compliance Was Up in 2019

12/18/2019
Janitor Counters Racist Graffiti With Love

12/17/2019
Campuses Preach Hygiene As Virus Cases Confirmed

12/17/2019
Brain Corp. Reaches Deal With Floor Care Company

FIVE TIPS FOR BETTER BIDS November 2019
Accurate Bidding And Estimating Key To Bottomline Growth

AWARDING SERVICE November 2019
A Cleaning Company That Gives Back

AWARDING SERVICE November 2019
BSCAI Names Its Employee Of The Year

AWARDING SERVICE November 2019
The People Who Received BSCAI’s Highest Honors

CLEANING UP RECYCLING November 2019
Contaminated Waste Harms Business, Sustainability Efforts

CLEANING UP RECYCLING November 2019
Distributors Must Educate Customers On Recycling Guidelines

CLEANING UP RECYCLING November 2019
Proper Receptacles Lead To Correct Recycling

12/16/2019
Beer Waste Used To Make Soap

12/16/2019
Enviro-Master Services Continues Big Expansion

12/16/2019
Green Commercial Cleaning Franchise Opens In North Carolina

12/13/2019
Janitors Receive Amazing Holiday Gifts

12/13/2019
When Company Founders Should Retire

12/13/2019
Chemical Manufacturer Announces CFO’s Retirement

12/13/2019
3M Launches New Sustainability Goal

GOOGLE GOES WITH GREEN CLEANING November 2019
Google's Green Cleaning Initiative Started Out Rough

12/12/2019
Ecolab Makes Bold Emissions Reduction Pledge

12/12/2019
Universal Access Restroom Improves Experience For Disabled

12/12/2019
Canadian Sustainability Conference Preview

12/12/2019
Superbug Threat Increasing

12/12/2019
No-Water Urinal Installations Rising

FREETIME November 2019
SSE Equipment and Supply Owner Is Feeling Festive

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK November 2019
Weltin Moves On To Cover Facility Maintenance

THE FUTURE OF CLEANING LIES IN STANDARDIZATION November 2019
Why Standardized Cleaning Is Important

12/11/2019
Factors Linked To Good Employee Retention

12/11/2019
Tissue And Towel Converter Expands Production Capacity

12/11/2019
BSCAI Announces CLEAN Award Winners

12/11/2019
Jim Gaffigan To Headline CONNEX2020

12/10/2019
Spray Products Welcomes U.S. Congressman

12/10/2019
Autonomous Cleaning, Inventory Robot Fleets Growing

12/10/2019
Mold Caused Mushroom Growth In Military Housing

12/10/2019
2019 Cleaning For Health Award Granted

READY, SET, SELL! November 2019
How To Speed Up Sales Performance

A LESS TOXIC APPROACH TO INFECTION CONTROL November 2019
Cleaning’s Role In Public Health

A LESS TOXIC APPROACH TO INFECTION CONTROL November 2019
Cleaning And Disinfecting Must Be Done In Two Steps

CURATING KNOWLEDGE HELPS UNLEASH IT November 2019
Search The Web Strategically For Green Cleaning Products

12/9/2019
BSCAI Launches Certification For Supervisors

12/9/2019
Partnership Develops Autonomous Stand-On Vacuum Cleaner

12/9/2019
Employee Retention Starts With Management

12/9/2019
Flu Wreaking Havoc On Children

12/9/2019
Building Service Contractor Announces New Hires

12/6/2019
Bradley Corp. Announces VP of Manufacturing

12/6/2019
Southeastern Paper Group Acquires North Carolina Distributor

12/6/2019
Workwave Appoints New CEO

12/5/2019
Facilities Services Company Announces Acquisition

12/5/2019
Winter Carpet Care Tips

12/5/2019
Office Pride Honored As ‘Top 100 Game Changer’

12/5/2019
Brady Expands Its Charitable Outreach

CASE STUDY November 2019
No-Touch Cleaning Keeps Schools Spotless

12/4/2019
Finalists Named In Custodial Contest

12/4/2019
Accidents Are Avoidable With Proper Employee Training

THREE REPORTS MANAGERS NEED FOR SUCCESS November 2019
BSC Bosses Must Have This Information

FACILITY FOCUS: KEEPING PACE WITH HIGH-TRAFFIC FACILITIES November 2019
Sensor Technology Simplifies Restroom Stocking

KEEPING PACE WITH HIGH-TRAFFIC FACILITIES November 2019
IoT Advancements Measure Employee Performance

12/3/2019
3 Trends In Professional Cleaning

12/3/2019
UniFirst Honored For Customer Service

12/3/2019
Merger Creates Massive Member-Owned Distribution Organization

12/2/2019
CloroxPro Launches Partnership With Non-Profit

12/2/2019
Americo Names Distinguished Service Award Winner

HAND DRYER MUST-HAVES November 2019
What Attributes To Look For In A Hand Dryer

HAND DRYER MUST-HAVES November 2019
Noise A Factor For Hand Dryers

HAND DRYER MUST-HAVES November 2019
Some Desire Hand Dryers With HEPA Filters

EMBRACING MICROFIBER November 2019
Transitioning To Microfiber Mops

EMBRACING MICROFIBER November 2019
Microfiber Promotes Efficiency, Ergonomics

11/27/2019
Software Provider Joins National Service Alliance

11/27/2019
10 Steps To Promoting And Gaining Support For Cleaning

11/27/2019
C-K Control Temp Announces Hire

11/27/2019
Bill Would Mandate Changing Tables In Men’s Restrooms

11/27/2019
More Schools Close Due To Sickness

SHOULD JANITORS RECEIVE RAISES EACH YEAR? October 2019
When To Give Janitors High Wages

11/26/2019
NACD Distributor Of The Year Named

11/26/2019
Green Seal Launches Verified Suppliers Program

11/26/2019
Imperial Dade Honored By Business Publications

11/26/2019
Philanthropic Companies Better Retain Employees

11/26/2019
EPA Names Safer Choice Partner Of The Year

CARPET DRYING DEMYSTIFIED November 2019
Protect Carpets With Proper Dry Times

CARPET DRYING DEMYSTIFIED November 2019
Techniques To Speed Up Carpet Drying

11/25/2019
Entire School District Closes Due To Illness

11/25/2019
ISSA Innovation Award Winners Announced

11/25/2019
Hospital Ward-Based Handwashing Program Works

11/25/2019
Another Restaurant Evacuated Due To Chemical Reaction

11/25/2019
Nexstep Names New Sales Director

11/22/2019
Imperial Dade Makes Another Acquisition

11/22/2019
Hygieia Network Announces 2019 Award Winners

11/22/2019
Healthy Schools Campaign And Green Seal Partner

11/22/2019
Special Coating Makes Toilets Self-Cleaning

11/21/2019
Hyatt Joins Plastic Reduction Movement

11/21/2019
ACI Exec Retires After 42 Years

11/21/2019
Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award Winners Named

11/21/2019
Intelligent Cleaning Equipment Launches Robotics Division

AVOIDING RESTROOM TROUBLES November 2019
Top Restroom Cleaning Challenges

AVOIDING RESTROOM TROUBLES November 2019
Eliminating Restroom Odors

11/20/2019
Mergers And Acquisitions Focus Headlines ISSA Show

11/20/2019
BSCAI Contracting Success Conference Kicks Off In Las Vegas

11/20/2019
NACD Members Hold Annual Meeting

REDUCING WORKER INJURIES November 2019
Trim On-The-Job Accidents

REDUCING WORKER INJURIES November 2019
Prevent Common Custodial Injuries

REDUCING WORKER INJURIES November 2019
Dodging Chemical Hazards

REDUCING WORKER INJURIES November 2019
Promoting Workplace Safety

11/19/2019
ISSA Show Exhibit Hall Opens In Las Vegas

11/19/2019
Hygieia Network To Honor And Celebrate Women During ISSA Show

11/15/2019
Plague Cases Confirmed In China

11/15/2019
Report: Antibiotic-Resistant Infections Prevention Efforts Successful

11/15/2019
New Green Awards Program Announced

11/15/2019
'Best Green Schools' Nominations Due Monday

PROTECTING CLIENTS DURING COLD AND FLU SEASON October 2019
How To Start An Infection Control Program

October 2019
The Case For Electrostatic Sprayers And Hypochlorous Acid

October 2019
Infection Prevention Programs Start Before The Flu Strike

11/14/2019
Infection Prevention Company Acquires UVC Robot Maker

11/14/2019
California Cintas Honored For Safety Practices

11/13/2019
Why Janitorial Work Can Be A Pain

11/13/2019
Office Pride Named A Top Franchise For Veterans

11/13/2019
Supreme Court Sounds Off On DACA

STRESSING SAFETY November 2019
Custodial Managers Emphasize Employee Safety

11/12/2019
Dalco Named Minnesota Family Business Of The Year

11/12/2019
New York BSC Joins National Service Alliance

11/12/2019
BSC CEO Joins Entrepreneurship Initiative At Stanford

11/11/2019
C. diff Getting The Best Of Hospital Disinfectants

11/11/2019
Populous County Mandates Full-Time Janitorial Work

11/11/2019
Ecolab Praised For Gender Parity

HOW THE JANITOR CAME TO BE October 2019
A Tribute To Janus, The Keeper Of Keys

11/8/2019
Office Pride Names New CFO

11/8/2019
Longtime Industry News Publisher Passes Away

11/8/2019
Jan/San Manufacturer Names National Sales Director

11/8/2019
College Holds Disease Outbreak Practice

11/7/2019
GOJO Announces New Leadership

11/7/2019
Janitors Of South Florida Speak Out About Wages

11/7/2019
Custodian Recognized For ‘Going The Extra Mile’

11/7/2019
What End Users Consider Before Buying Cleaning Products

INCREASING THE CIRCULARITY OF FACILITIES LIFE October 2019
Products As A Service Promotes Cleaning Efficiency

BACK TO VEGAS FOR BSCAI October 2019
Annual BSCAI Event Boasts Meaningful Education

11/6/2019
HAI’s Down Nationwide

11/6/2019
Changes Made To Protect Janitors From Sex Abuse

11/6/2019
BOMA Honors C-K Control Temp Exec

SHOWCASES, SEMINARS AND SLOTS October 2019
Getting To Know The ISSA Show Speakers

11/5/2019
BSCAI Scholarship Awarded

11/5/2019
Reducing Carbon Footprint At Trade Shows

11/5/2019
U.S. Job Growth Continues

11/5/2019
Mats Inc. Announces Exec Team Change

CASE STUDY: GETTING A GRIP AT LONG JOHN SILVER'S October 2019
Popular Retailer Capitalizes On Floor Matting

WHAT IS YOUR CORPORATE PERSONA? October 2019
Company Culture, Community Involvement Drives Sales

CASE STUDY October 2019
Consistent Chemical Dispensing Improves Laundry Service

11/4/2019
Janitor Stops Alleged Bank Burglar

11/4/2019
Fashion Designer To Host Talk Show In Restroom

11/4/2019
The Importance Of Water Conservation

11/4/2019
A Winter Cleanup Refresher

11/1/2019
Air-Scent Announces Acquisition

11/1/2019
4M Announces New Staff

11/1/2019
Lyft Could Help Jan/San Hires Get To Work

CULTIVATING PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES October 2019
Boost Efficiency By Empowering Staff

CULTIVATING PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES October 2019
Supplying Tools Staff Need To Succeed

10/31/2019
Remembering The “Zombie Flu” Of 1919

10/31/2019
‘Cough Like Dracula’ To Stop Spread Of Sickness

10/31/2019
Brady Announces New Management

10/31/2019
Tips On Retaining Job-Hopping Millennials

10/31/2019
Bill Would Mandate Changing Table Access

10/30/2019
IICRC Needs Help Developing Standards

10/30/2019
Greenest Campuses Ranked

10/30/2019
UniFirst Names 2019 Aldo Croatti Award Winners

10/30/2019
Contract Cleaning Services Market To Grow

BENEFITS OF ERGONOMICS October 2019
Ergonomics Promotes Safety, Boosts Morale

BENEFITS OF ERGONOMICS October 2019
Training Emphasizes Mopping Ergonomics

THE CONDUCTOR October 2019
EBP Supply Solutions Lead With Vision And Hustle

10/29/2019
The Safety Zone Names New Sales Leader

10/29/2019
Most Workers Are Showing Up To Work Sick

10/29/2019
What’s Behind L.A.’s Cleanest, Safest Restrooms

10/29/2019
Adult Changing Tables A Valuable Asset

10/28/2019
St. Louis Janitors Strike, Too

10/28/2019
Poor Handwashing Top Cause Of Resistant E.coli Strains

10/28/2019
Bravo! Wins Another BSCAI Safety Award

10/28/2019
Industrial Cleaning Market On The Rise

LOOKING OUTSIDE OF JAN/SAN October 2019
Diversified Lines Offer Jan/San Distributors New Revenue Sources

THE VALUE OF ICE MELT October 2019
Proper Ice Melt Products Mean Safer Surfaces

THE VALUE OF ICE MELT October 2019
Proper Application Of Ice Melt Improves Effectiveness

PUSHING CARTS October 2019
Janitor Carts Present Selling Opportunity

PUSHING CARTS October 2019
Janitorial Cart Configurations Depend On Industry

10/25/2019
N.F.L. Dads Install Changing Tables For Make A Difference Day

10/25/2019
Windmoeller Announces New Headquarters

10/25/2019
Technology Could Negatively Impact Warehouse Work

10/25/2019
Can Packaging Startup Make Cleaning Industry More Sustainable?

10/24/2019
Brady Acquires Janitorial Company

10/24/2019
Network Services Company Hires Sales Director

10/24/2019
Janitor’s Closet Saves A Life During Tornado

10/24/2019
3 Steps To Prevent Turnover

10/24/2019
TEAM Software Sets Annual Client Event Date

ADOPTING ON-SITE GENERATION October 2019
Researching On-Site Generation Technology

ADOPTING ON-SITE GENERATION October 2019
Facilities Find Success With Water Technologies

10/23/2019
Healthcare Wipe Demand To Rise

10/23/2019
UV Lights Help NICU Stay Infection Free

10/23/2019
ISSA Unveils Achievement Award Winners

10/23/2019
Nashville Zoo Named America’s Best Restroom

10/23/2019
Imperial Dade Acquires Philip Rosenau

PULLING THE PLUG October 2019
Embrace Cordless Vacuum Cleaners

PULLING THE PLUG October 2019
The Benefit Of Cordless Backpacks

PULLING THE PLUG October 2019
JanSan Distributors Know Their Cordless Vacuums

10/22/2019
Human Waste Problems Highlight Need For More Toilets

10/22/2019
Registration Open For Annual ACI Convention

10/22/2019
Poor Handwashing Blamed For Infection Outbreak

CRACKING THE CODE October 2019
How Cleaning Impacts Hospitality And Retail Facilities

CRACKING THE CODE October 2019
Cleaning Prevents School Sickness And Absenteeism

CRACKING THE CODE October 2019
Fighting Infections In Healthcare Facilities

CRACKING THE CODE October 2019
The Importance Of Cleaning In Foodservice Areas

CRACKING THE CODE October 2019
What Slips And Falls Can Cost Facilities

CRACKING THE CODE October 2019
Prevent Spread Of Infection In Commercial Businesses

10/21/2019
Maintenance Worker’s Book Made Into Christmas Movie

10/21/2019
GM Janitors End Strike With Aramark

10/21/2019
The Three Ds Of Infection Control

10/21/2019
City’s Businesses Encouraged To Make Restrooms Public

10/18/2019
The Changing Table Dilemma

10/18/2019
Segura Associates Head To Speak On Green Cleaning

10/18/2019
Large Canadian BSC Franchise Celebrates 50 Years

10/18/2019
Kimberly-Clark Honored For Environmental And Social Impact

FROM THE EDITOR: KNOWLEDGE IS POWER October 2019
Facility Managers Use Data To Support Cleaning Initiatives

10/17/2019
Legend Brands Adds Manager

10/17/2019
4M Makes Staffing Changes

10/17/2019
Robot Improves Student Handwashing Compliance

10/17/2019
Massive Janitor Strike Avoided

10/16/2019
SC Johnson Honored For Social Issue Support

10/16/2019
Cuban Immigrant Now Owns Large Janitorial Company

10/16/2019
ASHRAE Celebrates Incorporation of IEQ-GA

10/16/2019
How To Identify Bad Company Culture

10/16/2019
Aramark Honors Team Members

10/15/2019
The Importance Of Global Handwashing Day

10/15/2019
Triple S CEO Retires

10/15/2019
Consultant Now Offering Onsite Custodial Training

10/15/2019
Floor Pads Earn Green Seal Certification

10/15/2019
AFFLINK Announces Summit Award Winners

WISH LIST September 2019
What End Users Want From Jan/San Distributors

10/14/2019
ServiceMaster Workers Volunteer Nationwide

10/14/2019
NAW Details 2020 Exec Summit

10/14/2019
IICRC Extends Deadline for Standards Applications

10/14/2019
SC Johnson Pro Launches Handwashing Tutorial

10/14/2019
HS Students Gift Custodian New Truck

10/11/2019
Janitors Wage War With Crickets

10/11/2019
4M Announces Hire, Promotion

10/11/2019
Time To Track Flu Outbreaks

10/11/2019
Carnegie Mellon Receives $3 Million Grant From CDC

10/10/2019
Toxic Workplaces Cost Businesses Billions

10/10/2019
Jelmar Products Receive Praise

10/10/2019
Lawmaker Proposes Free Menstrual Products

10/10/2019
EPA To Enhance Hospital Disinfectant Testing

10/9/2019
Aramark Names New CEO

10/9/2019
Janitorial Job Market Still Growing

10/9/2019
Harvard, Earth Friendly Products Host Environmental Summit

10/9/2019
Custodian Named Employee Of The Year

10/9/2019
Keys To Finding The Right Employee

10/9/2019

10/8/2019
Workwave Awarded For Software

10/8/2019
What Japan Can Teach Us About Cleanliness

10/8/2019
Fire Prevention Week Sends Important Message

10/8/2019
Brady Assists Nonprofits

10/7/2019
Cintas Locations Earns High OSHA Honors

10/7/2019
Nyco Products Partners With DPA

10/7/2019
Five Ways To Avoid The Flu

10/7/2019
Earth Friendly Products Receives EPA Honor

10/7/2019
U.S. Companies Top Sustainability Rankings

10/4/2019
Janitorial Cart Popularity Rising

10/4/2019
IICRC Announces 2020 Board of Directors

10/3/2019
ISSA Hygieia Network Launches Networking Event

10/3/2019
D.C. Mayor Joins Janitors In March

10/3/2019
Tolco Welcomes Regional Sales Manager

10/3/2019
Students Honor Custodian With Massive Portrait

10/3/2019
Mulberry Marketing Communications Gets Rebranded

WHICH REP FOR THE JOB? September 2019
To Go With An Inside Or Outside Sales Rep

10/2/2019
Survey Highlights Lack Of Office Cleanliness

10/2/2019
BSC Trains Former Foster Care Youth In Electrostatic Technology

10/2/2019
Celebrating National Custodial Worker’s Recognition Day

10/2/2019
DPA Buying Group Welcomes New JanSan Distributors

10/2/2019
Earth Friendly Products CEO Wins Major Leadership Award

10/1/2019
October Is National Toilet Repair Month

10/1/2019
Norovirus Proves Hard To Control In Pediatric Ward

10/1/2019
OSHA Approves Respirators Fitting Protocols

CASE STUDY September 2019
Enhancing Infection Prevention With Electrostatic Technology

EMAIL ISN’T ENOUGH September 2019
Live Communication Helps Make Sales

9/30/2019
School Janitor Sleeps On Roof To Raise Money

9/30/2019
Network Services Company Honors Distributors

9/30/2019
Janitor Among Fastest Growing Jobs

9/30/2019
Soap Being Made From Waste

9/30/2019
Hotels Attracting Customers With Smells

KICKING THE BUCKET September 2019
There's Still A Place For The Mop And Bucket

KICKING THE BUCKET September 2019
Onboard-Dispensing Mops Reduce Labor Costs

9/27/2019
Office Pride Honors Top Performers

9/27/2019
Overtime Pay Rules Change For Salaried Workers

9/27/2019
Safer Choice Partner Of The Year Winners Honored

9/27/2019
Harvard Services Names New CIO

9/26/2019
Royal Corp. Receives Humanitarian Award

9/26/2019
Gas Station Wins Canada’s Best Restroom Award

9/26/2019
Dalco Hires Corporate Accounts Sales Manager

9/26/2019
Education Targets Workloading, Staff Turnover, Technology And Combating Flu

9/26/2019
Sodexo Commits To Reducing Carbon Emissions

FROM THE EDITOR September 2019
End Users Prefer Distributors Over Amazon

SMALL PLASTICS UNDER A MICROSCOPE September 2019
Prevent Small Plastics From Slipping Through Recycling Cracks

ESTABLISHING STAFF ENGAGEMENT September 2019
Six Steps To Successful Staff Engagement

DON’T NEGLECT SOFT SURFACES IN PATIENT ROOMS September 2019
Hospital Bed Mattress, Curtains Require Attention

DON’T NEGLECT SOFT SURFACES IN PATIENT ROOMS September 2019
The Problem With Sanitizing Soft Surfaces

DON’T NEGLECT SOFT SURFACES IN PATIENT ROOMS September 2019
Alternatives To Disinfecting Soft Surfaces

9/25/2019
Detroit Garage Pledges Donation To Charity

9/25/2019
Tips For Using Degreaser

9/25/2019
Ecolab Honored For Sustainability Efforts

9/25/2019
Speaker List Announced For Simon Institute Symposium

9/25/2019
Time To Prepare For Handwashing Day

9/24/2019
Kimberly-Clark Appoints New Board Member

9/24/2019
Shallow Hospital Sinks Spread Infections

9/24/2019
Parade To Remember 1918 Flu Victims

9/24/2019
Researchers Find Way To Kill HAI

9/24/2019
Diamond Chemical Compnay Announces Acquisition

9/23/2019
World At Risk Of Global Pandemic

9/23/2019
Hand Sanitizer Struggles Against Mucus

9/23/2019
BOMI Gets New Business Development Manager

9/23/2019
Get Help Complying With Ingredient Transparency Law

9/23/2019
ISSA Charities Awards Scholarships

9/20/2019
BONA US Announces Resilient Floor Renovation Solution

9/20/2019
Excel Dryer Products Pass Independent Evaluations

9/20/2019
Cleaning Supplies, Donations Help Hurricane Recovery

9/20/2019
Bad Flu Season Expected

9/20/2019
Recycling And Waste Solutions Changes Name

9/19/2019
MSNW Makes Staffing Changes

9/19/2019
Anago Cleaning Systems Opens New Headquarters

9/19/2019
How Companies Can Combat Employee Burnout

9/19/2019
ISSA Appoints Cleaning Council Members

9/19/2019
Dilution Solutions Adds Business Development Manager

9/18/2019
Will Disclosure Requirements Make Chemicals Safer?

9/18/2019
Brain Corp Names New Senior VP

9/18/2019
Custodian Helps Make Autistic Student’s Day

9/18/2019
Crooks Steal Golden Toilet

EMBRACING ROBOTIC FLOOR SCRUBBERS September 2019
Autonomous Cleaning Equipment Helps Facilities In A Big Way

EMBRACING ROBOTIC FLOOR SCRUBBERS September 2019
Workers Respond To Robotic Floor Equipment

INITIAL SUCCESS REQUIRES ADAPATATION August 2019
Book Helps Make More Successful Leaders

THE POWER OF PEER GROUPS August 2019
With Peer Groups, BSCs Don't Go It Alone

THE POWER OF PEER GROUPS August 2019
Networking With Contemporaries Requires Constant Communication

9/17/2019
AHE Presents Awards

9/17/2019
Real Life Employee Retention Secrets

9/17/2019
University Janitors Get New Contract

9/16/2019
Facility Showcases Water Technology

9/16/2019
How To Celebrate Campus Sustainability Month

9/16/2019
University President Becomes Janitor For A Day

9/16/2019
The Appeal Of Zero Waste And Sustainability

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK August 2019
Employee Onboarding Vital For BSCs

SECURE STRONG HIRES September 2019
Benefits Of Changing Hiring Strategies

SECURE STRONG HIRES September 2019
Promoting Employee Benefits To Potential Hires

9/13/2019
ABM Adds To Board Of Directors

9/13/2019
Getting To Know Blockchain

9/13/2019
SMA Honors Spartan Chemical

9/13/2019
Eight Ways Leaders Make Employees Quit

9/12/2019
Spartan Chemical Promotes Regional Manager

9/12/2019
Help Make A Rockstar Custodian

9/12/2019
ACI Publishes Sustainability Report

9/12/2019
School Hall Passes Present Pathogenic Threat

EDITOR'S NOTE: PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE September 2019
Facility Cleaning Managers Plan For The Future Of Their Departments

CLEANING ON THE FIRST SHIFT August 2019
Vacuum Helps Make The Switch To Day Cleaning

9/11/2019
UPS Hires Sustainability Officer

9/11/2019
Why Turnover Can Be Good

9/11/2019
New Program Honors Custodians

9/11/2019
Hygienalia+Pulire Welcomes Cleaning Industry

9/10/2019
America’s Best Restroom Vote Closing Soon

9/10/2019
What To Do When A Customer Wants A Lower Price

9/10/2019
Cleaning Industry Reps To Gather For Symposium

9/10/2019
The Impactfulness Of Hand Sanitizers

9/10/2019
Legend Brands Adds Account Manager

OVERCOMING HURDLES September 2019
Recommendations For Staffing And Recruiting Custodians

OVERCOMING HURDLES September 2019
Management Advice On Cleaning Struggles

9/9/2019
Jan/San Industry Members Donate 200 Backpacks, Supplies

9/9/2019
C-K Control Temp Hires New V.P.

9/9/2019
Kohl’s Announces Sustainability Initiative

9/9/2019
Why Clean Carpets Using The Encapsulation Method

WHAT CUSTOMERS WANT August 2019
The Ideal BSC According to Facility Executives

9/6/2019
Hurricane Preparedness Tips

9/6/2019
Project Green Schools Adds Steve Ashkin

9/6/2019
Pelican Products Makes Donation For National Preparedness Month

9/6/2019
Janitors Protest Working Wages On Labor Day

9/6/2019
Marriott Banning Hotel Toiletries

9/5/2019
Educational Event Opens In Midwest

9/5/2019
ASHRAE Announces Society Scholarship Recipients

9/5/2019
Tolco Adds To Sales Team

9/5/2019
UV Infection Control Market Growing

9/4/2019
Court Invalidates Ingredient Disclosure Rule

9/4/2019
Industry Vets Launch New Company

9/4/2019
Calculating The Cost Of Turnover

9/4/2019
Nominations Open For Hospitality Award

THE RISE OF ROBOTS August 2019
Cleaning Robots Drive Business Innovation

THE RISE OF ROBOTS August 2019
Automation An Asset To Janitor

9/4/2019
University Still Reeling From Spring Mumps Outbreak

FREETIME August 2019
Making Sales And Milking Cows

9/3/2019
UniFirst Named A Top Apparel Company

9/3/2019
Cleaning Exhibition Coming To Moscow

9/3/2019
How IAQ Impacts Lives

9/3/2019
Electronics Don’t Spread Sickness More Than High Touch Points

9/3/2019
Sodexo Adds To Important Positions

8/30/2019
Preparing For A ‘Polar Coaster Winter’

8/30/2019
Company Saves $17,000 Due To DEAL Program

8/30/2019
Kaivac Has New Head Of Canadian Sales

8/30/2019
Movie Being Made About Frito-Lay Janitor

8/30/2019
ISSA Joins Coalition On Trade Agreement

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE August 2019
California Janitor Creates A Safe Work Environment

8/29/2019
Imperial Dade CFO Steps Down

8/29/2019
Custodian Loves The First Day Of School

8/29/2019
Famed Resort Installs Odor Control System

8/29/2019
HOSPECO Celebrates 100 Years

SHOULD YOU ‘CRUSH’ YOUR COMPETITION? August 2019
Support Your Industry 'Rivals'

8/28/2019
Canada’s Growth Could Benefit Cleaning Industry

8/28/2019
C. Diff Bacteria Has Another Strain

8/28/2019
Problems Facilities Face This Time Of Year

SUPPLYING THE CORRECT ICE MELT August 2019
The Science Of Selling Ice Melt

SUPPLYING THE CORRECT ICE MELT August 2019
Developing A Diversified Salt Portfolio

SUPPLYING THE CORRECT ICE MELT August 2019
Sell On More Than Price

8/27/2019
Recycling Program Canceled Due To Cost

8/27/2019
Expanded Technologies Improves Website

8/27/2019
Denver Contractor Joins National Service Alliance

8/27/2019
Jail Inmates Earn Cleaning Certification

8/26/2019
ISSA Hygieia Network Announces Annual Award Reception

8/26/2019
O’Dell Corporation Prepares Donated School Supplies

8/26/2019
How To Predict Which Employee Will Quit Next

8/26/2019
Initiative Developed To Make Public Toilets Safer

8/26/2019
Myths About Water Conservation That Should Be Addressed

INFECTION CONTROL August 2019
Electrostatic Technology Will Be The Disinfectant Of The Future

8/23/2019
Canberra Celebrates Milestone

8/23/2019
4M Adds To Staff

8/23/2019
Why Public Toilets Are Important

8/23/2019
Free OSHA Resources Help Businesses Become Safer

8/22/2019
The Building People Makes List Of Fastest Growing Companies

8/22/2019
Georgia Pacific Makes Donation To Flood Victims

8/22/2019
The Importance Of Sustainable Toilet Paper Production

8/22/2019
USGBC Needs Feedback On New LEED Program

VISION FOR SUCCESS August 2019
SupplyDen Fulfills Childhood Dream

VISION FOR SUCCESS August 2019
An Emphasis On Business Ethics

VISION FOR SUCCESS August 2019
The Importance Of Web Presence

8/21/2019
81-Year-Old Janitor Promoted After Earning GED

8/21/2019
Students Say Unclean Restrooms Demonstrate Lack Of Care

8/21/2019
AHE Honors SC Johnson Professional

FROM THE EDITOR August 2019
Amenity Bottle Rejections A Positive For Distributors

8/20/2019
Triple S Presents Member Awards

8/20/2019
CDC Offering Free Online Courses In Infection Prevention

8/20/2019
Talking Restroom Coming To Napa Valley Town

8/20/2019
Zep Names New CEO

8/19/2019
Coverall Names Franchise Owner Of The Year

8/19/2019
Facilities Management Events Coming to Music City

8/19/2019
Case Study: Improving Restrooms At New MLS Stadium

8/19/2019
What It Means When Employees Are Being “Breadcrumbed”

8/19/2019
Company Joins ABM’s Franchising Network

8/16/2019
Aramark Partnering With Beyond Meat

8/16/2019
EnerSys Reaches Milestone Battery Sale

8/16/2019
Reasons To Thank A Custodian After Summer Break

8/16/2019
Survey Ranks America’s Favorite Cleaning Tasks

8/16/2019
Partnership Intended To Increase Value Of ISSA Show North America

COMPETING WITH AMAZON August 2019
Doing Business Against An E-Commerce Giant

August 2019
Winning With Business Innovation

August 2019
Don’t Be The Competition

8/15/2019
New Resource Helps Improve Health And Safety Programs

8/15/2019
Company Says Tests Prove Value Of Imaging Technologies

8/15/2019
How To Choose And Use A Dust Mop

8/14/2019
Brady Announces Acquisition

8/14/2019
Ecolab Acquires Cleaning Solutions Provider

8/14/2019
Is This Janitorial Contract Exploitative?

8/14/2019
Man’s Life Savings Accidentally Recycled

8/14/2019
CASE STUDY: Dishwasher Saves Hotel $23,000 Annually

8/13/2019
WorkWave CEO Makes Exclusive List

8/13/2019
Issues To Keep In Mind When Disposing Of IoT Devices

8/13/2019
Self-Cleaning Toilet Stalls Introduced In Asia

8/12/2019
The Role Of Janitors In School Shooting Drills

8/12/2019
Registration Open For Custodial Training Events

8/12/2019
BOMI International Announces New Leadership

8/9/2019
Resources Can Help Reduce Risk Of Legionella

8/9/2019
ABM Renews Contract With University Of Miami

8/9/2019
The Sacramento Builders Exchange Selects New Stall Partitions

8/9/2019
Jelmar Adds To Its Product Portfolio

8/8/2019
Cigarette Smoke Makes MRSA Stronger

8/8/2019
Dry Toilets Latest Feature Of Innovative Building

8/6/2019
San Fransisco Installs Restrooms With Safety In Mind

8/6/2019
Fresh Products Adds New Member To Management

8/5/2019
Restrooms At National Park A Thing Of Beauty

8/5/2019
OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week Quickly Approaching

8/5/2019
Cintas Joins Fight To Combat Diabetes

8/5/2019
Shifting Laws Make Firing Employees For Weed Use More Difficult

8/2/2019
Network Appoints New Director Of Customer Service Integration

8/1/2019
Rubbermaid’s Parent Company, Newell, Names CEO

8/1/2019
Mold Growth Extends Summer Breaks

8/1/2019
Man Steals Toilet Paper To Supply His Janitorial Company

8/1/2019
Legionnaires Outbreak At Atlanta Hotel Impacts Dozens

8/1/2019
How To Market A Business On A Budget

7/31/2019
Hundreds Of Airport Workers Face Layoff As Cleaning Contract Expires

7/31/2019
Using Plants To Improve Office Air Quality

7/31/2019
FAQs About Waterless Urinals

7/31/2019
Massive Hotel Chain Getting Rid Of Plastic Toiletries

7/31/2019
Machines Pay Travelers When They Recycle

7/30/2019
BSCAI Clean Awards Nominations Due Wednesday

7/30/2019
Rapping Cleaning Robots Introduced In Singapore

7/30/2019
California Cleaning Company Joins NSA

7/30/2019
EarthSafe Announces Partnerships

7/29/2019
AI Helps Track Hospital Hand Hygiene

7/29/2019
Struggling School Custodian Gifted Car

7/29/2019
ABM Upgrades Famed Griffith Observatory

7/29/2019
4M Makes Staffing Changes

7/26/2019
Bravo! Honored As Minority Supplier

7/26/2019
MilliCare Launches New Franchise

7/26/2019
Transgender People Granted New Public Restroom Rights in North Carolina

7/26/2019
Network Services Names New Vice President of Business Development

7/25/2019
Ecolab Named Top Employer For Women

7/25/2019
Addressing The Sustainability “Rebound Effect”

7/25/2019
ACI Speaks To FDA Review Of Food Handler Antiseptics

7/24/2019
USGBC Appoints New Board Members

7/24/2019
Pelican Products Names New Director Of Worldwide Procurement

7/24/2019
New Report Assists Chemical Risk Management

BOOK CLUB June 2019
Lessons In Entrepreneurship For All Ages

WHAT’S THAT SMELL? June 2019
Pot Legalization Brings Attention To Odor Control

June 2019
Masking Odors Vs. Eliminating Odors

June 2019
How To Get Rid Of Odors

7/23/2019
City Opens Public Restroom With Ceremonial Toilet Paper Cutting

7/23/2019
AHE Names New Corporate Champion

7/23/2019
Sodexo Leader Makes Most Influential Women List

7/23/2019
Ways To Improve Indoor Air Quality

7/23/2019
Janitor Creates Chemical Cloud, Forcing Evacuation

DISINFECT FASTER WITH ELECTROSTATIC TECHNOLOGY June 2019
Electrostatic Sprayers Reduce Sickness, Save Time

7/22/2019
IICRC Director Named President Of Society For Standards Professionals

7/22/2019
ABM’s Energy Performance Program To Save County 2.6 Million

7/22/2019
Motion Industries Names New V.P.

7/22/2019
How To Reduce Risk Of Injury To Janitors

7/19/2019
Kimberly-Clark Hires New VP Of Content

7/19/2019
Finalists Announced For 2019 IWFM Awards

7/19/2019
GOJO Publishes Sustainability Report

7/19/2019
CASE STUDY: Dashboard Tool Helps Push Sustainable Initiatives

7/19/2019
Employee Retention Favors The Worker

7/18/2019
CMS World Summit Bringing Cleaning Industry To Berlin

7/18/2019
Survey: What Americans Look For In Toilet Paper

7/18/2019
Large Toilet Paper Rolled Out For Millennials

7/18/2019
Brady Shines Awards Four Organizations for Healthy Living Cycle

7/18/2019
Traits To Look For In An Office Cleaning Service

BE AN ELITE BSC June 2019
Can Cleaning Accounts Be Too Small?

7/17/2019
BOMI International Announces Scholarship Winners

7/17/2019
Pioneer Eclipse Promotes New Director Of North American Sales

7/17/2019
Bullen Companies Gets New Website

7/17/2019
Bravo! Group Services Hires New Account Executive

7/17/2019
Employees Skipping Work Due To Immigration Raids

RESTROOM CARE June 2019
My Experience When Cleaning Waterless Urinals

7/16/2019
4M Building Solutions Makes Another Acquisition

7/16/2019
Research Shows Ease Of Spreading Pathogenic Mycobacteria

7/16/2019
Program Honors Nation's Safest Floors

7/16/2019
CASE STUDY: Energy Performance Program To Save School Millions

7/16/2019
Technology That Disinfects Surfaces In Record Time

7/15/2019
Finding Meaning In Cleaning

7/15/2019
Liquid Ice Melt Wins Environmental Certification

7/15/2019
HCPA’s Consumer Product Ingredients Dictionary To Expand

DIVERSIFY OR DIE June 2019
The Horrors Of Investing Too Much In One Customer

June 2019
Getting A Handle On Operating Costs

END USERS NEED HELP WITH BATTERY CARE June 2019
Distributors Should Teach Customers About Battery Use

June 2019
Battery Charging Issues Aplenty

June 2019
Wet-cell Battery Worries

7/12/2019
Cintas Columbus Location Honored For Operation

7/12/2019
Pelican Products Names New Director Of Supply Chain

7/12/2019
Inaugural ISSA Show Canada Earns High Marks

7/12/2019
Two Cleaning Employees Hospitalized After Improper Chemical Use

THE BURDEN OF BIO ODOR June 2019
Jan/San Distributors Help Tackle Difficult Restroom Smells

June 2019
Cleaning Carpets Of Bio Odors

June 2019
Facility Management Partner With Distributors To Solve Problem

7/11/2019
Americo Manufacturing Wins Award For Performance

7/11/2019
Charlotte Products Names New VP Of Sales

7/11/2019
Keep A List Of The Quality Job Candidates You Didn't Hire

7/11/2019
How To Reduce Employee Turnover

7/11/2019
Study Finds Hand Dryers Can Hurt Kids' Ears

CASE STUDY June 2019
Consolidating Cleaning Products Simplifies Odor Control

7/10/2019
Brain Corp Expands To Europe

7/10/2019
AHE Announces Winner Of 2019 Innovation Award

7/10/2019
IICRC Opens Nominations For The Keith Williams Honor

7/10/2019
Gold Toilet To Be Placed At Churchill's Birthplace

7/9/2019
Pelican Products Appoints New HR Director

7/9/2019
Associations Speak Out Against Dioxane Bill

7/9/2019
Women Exposed To Triclosan More Likely To Break A Bone

7/8/2019
IoT Sensors Now Trigger Hand Hygiene Reminders To Reduce Infections

7/8/2019
milliCare Opens New Franchise

7/5/2019
Airport Switches To Engineered Water

7/5/2019
Spartan Chemical Honored For Performance

7/5/2019
Guide Designed To Promote Zero Energy Office Buildings

7/5/2019
Initiative To Provide Cleaning For Community Groups

7/5/2019
Why Candidates Back Out After Accepting A Job Offer

7/3/2019
Clean Up On Aisle 4! The Best Grocery Stores Are The Cleanest

7/3/2019
Acquisition Expands Imperial Dade To California

7/3/2019
Man Gets Jail Time For Clogging Toilets

7/3/2019
Agreement Merges Two Jan/San Distributors In New England

7/3/2019
Manufacturer Honored For Commitment To Environment

7/2/2019
Another College Honored For Environmental Focus

MANAGING CLEANING EXPECTATIONS June 2019
How Home Economics Helped Shape The Profession Of Clean

THE STRATEGIC SELL June 2019
Closing Sales Is Overrated

GREEN/SUSTAINABILITY June 2019
Behavior Change Inside Facilities Supports Sustainable Goals

FREETIME June 2019
Pride Month Is Personal For Industry Veteran

COVER STORY June 2019
How to Build A Quality Employee Referral Program

June 2019
Empower Employees To Find Candidates

FACILITY FOCUS: CREATING A BETTER FAN EXPERIENCE June 2019
High-Speed Hand Dryers Keep Restrooms Clean And Long Lines Moving Quickly

FACILITY FOCUS: CREATING A BETTER FAN EXPERIENCE June 2019
Gillette Stadium Sustainability Efforts

TIME TO EMBRACE DASHBOARD SOFTWARE June 2019
Fix Flaws With Business Intelligence Dashboard Software

June 2019
Data Helps To Solve Employee Issues

June 2019
Use Tech To Retain and Gain Customers

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE June 2019
Chicago Day Porter Known For Kindness, Hard Work

FROM THE EDITOR June 2019
The Answer To Infection Control

TACKLING TENACIOUS HAIS June 2019
Hospital Acquired Infections Drive Cleaning Demand

TACKLING TENACIOUS HAIS June 2019
Train Staff On Proper Cleaning And Disinfecting

TACKLING TENACIOUS HAIS June 2019
Disinfecting Processes That Reduce HAIs

SMART DISPENSERS REQUIRE SMART DISTRIBUTORS June 2019
Time To Promote The IoT-Equipped Restroom

June 2019
Smart Restrooms Keep Complaints Down

June 2019
The Jan/San Distributor Still Has Value

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK June 2019
Award To Recognize The Next Generation Of BSC Leaders

PREPARING TOMORROW’S LEADERS June 2019
Strategies To Identify And Build Future Cleaning Managers

PREPARING TOMORROW’S LEADERS June 2019
Prepare Prospective Cleaning Leaders

CASE STUDY June 2019
Luxury Car Dealerships Require Spotless Flooring

DISTRIBUTOR FAVORITES June 2019
Sanitary Maintenance Readers Select 40 Favorite Products

IS YOUR RECYCLING PROGRAM IN THE DUMPS? June 2019
Create Recycling Programs That Work

IS YOUR RECYCLING PROGRAM IN THE DUMPS? June 2019
The History Of Recycling

IS YOUR RECYCLING PROGRAM IN THE DUMPS? June 2019
Reduce Recycling Contamination

IS YOUR RECYCLING PROGRAM IN THE DUMPS? June 2019
Financial Benefits Of Proper Recycling Programs

EDITOR'S NOTE: RECRUITING? GOOD LUCK June 2019
Cleaning Managers Struggle To Fill Departmental Vacancies

2019 MANAGEMENT SURVEY June 2019
Survey Outlines Cleaning Management, Budgets, Staffing Challenges

2019 MANAGEMENT SURVEY June 2019
Cleaning Executives Comment On Management Priorities

2019 MANAGEMENT SURVEY June 2019
Survey Outlines Facility Cleaning Budgets

2019 MANAGEMENT SURVEY June 2019
Cleaning Managers Outline Purchasing Trends

2019 MANAGEMENT SURVEY June 2019
Staffing Challenges Many Cleaning Departments Face

5/29/2019
University Criticized For Delayed Response To Virus Outbreak

5/29/2019
Immigration Bills Advance To House

5/29/2019
Jelmar Acquires Stain Remover Brand

5/29/2019
Teaching Millennials The Science Behind Cleaning

5/29/2019
PULIRE 2019 Sees An Increase In Attendance

INDUSTRY STATISTICS April 2019
2019 Building Service Contractor Market Report

IN THE FIELD April 2019
High Vacuuming Improves Indoor Air Quality

April 2019
Control Dust Using Backpack Vacuums

April 2019
Facilities Prone To Dust Benefit From Vent Cleaning

CASE STUDY April 2019
Product Change Improves Floor Care Process

5/14/2019
Cleaning Workers Demand Change From 'Terrible' Working Conditions

CATCHING GHOST EMPLOYEES April 2019
A Form Of Payroll Fraud That Is Frightening

April 2019
Commercial Cleaning Companies Vulnerable To Deceit

April 2019
Fight Theft With Company Culture, Technology, Strong HR

FREETIME: THE OVER 50 SOCCER STAR April 2019
Vice President Of Impact Products Is A Soccer Star

CASE STUDY April 2019
ERP Software Helps Jan/San Distributor Thrive

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE April 2019
Chicago Janitor Keeps Coworkers, Customers Happy

BRANDING THE RESTROOM April 2019
Customized Soap Dispensers Help School Show Pride

April 2019
Kids Like Sustainability In The Classroom

April 2019
Unique Paper And Hand Soap Dispensers Appeal, Too

KNOW THE REASONS BEHIND YOUR ACTIONS April 2019
Gain Leadership Skills By Asking "Why?"

VACUUM SUCCESS April 2019
Hospitality Facilities Create Impressions Using Vacuums

VACUUM SUCCESS April 2019
Productivity Gains Of Backpack Vacuums

FROM THE EDITOR April 2019
Sanitary Maintenance Gets New Look

A UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS FOR CUSTODIANS April 2019
Custodians Deserve Equal Treatment

PUT IT IN DRIVE April 2019
Laws, Labor Market Causing Truck Driver Shortage

April 2019
Better Work-Life Balance, Pay Leads To Employee Retention

April 2019
DRIVE-Safe Act Could Help Business

April 2019
Increase Profits With Improved Customer Retention

NAVIGATING THE OCEAN OF INDOOR PLASTIC April 2019
How Departments Can Reduce Their Environmental Imprint

A STRONG BOND April 2019
Lifelong Friends Continue To Lead Janitorial Services Company

April 2019
Past Cleaning Business Helped Form Supreme Maintenance Organization

April 2019
Helping Each Push Past Financial Problems

April 2019
The Dynamics Of A Successful Partnership

IT'S TIME TO 'MAN UP' April 2019
Jan/San Distributors Must Target Gender Equality In The Workplace

CASE STUDY April 2019
Hand Dryer Makes The Grade At Longmeadow High School

WHAT'S IN IT? April 2019
Disclosure Requirements Impacting Chemical Manufacturers

April 2019
New York Ingredient Disclosure Law Delayed

April 2019
Jan/San Distributors Should Be Aware Of New Chemical Laws

FACILITY FOCUS: ADVANTAGES TO WATER TECHNOLOGIES April 2019
Aqueous Ozone Controls Pollutants And Protects Staff

FACILITY FOCUS: ADVANTAGES TO WATER TECHNOLOGIES April 2019
Testing Effectiveness Of Cleaning Technologies

FACILITY FOCUS: ADVANTAGES TO WATER TECHNOLOGIES April 2019
Training Staff On Advantages Of Water Technologies

LEADERSHIP THROUGH THE LABRINTH April 2019
Buying Groups Help Distributors Win In Healthcare

April 2019
Communicating Value

FROM THE EDITOR April 2019
Clean Buildings Expo Impresses

ZEROING IN ON GERMS April 2019
Top Hiding Spots For Germs And Bacteria

ZEROING IN ON GERMS April 2019
Schools Tackle Germ Hotspots

THE AIR WE BREATHE April 2019
Identify And Eliminate Indoor Air Pollutants

THE AIR WE BREATHE April 2019
How To Clean The Air

THE AIR WE BREATHE April 2019
Systems That Tackle Indoor Air Contaminants

COACHING IS CRITICAL April 2019
Sales Managers Must Provide More Direction

April 2019
Use Data To Improve Reps

April 2019
Trust The Sales Process

GIVING SLICK FLOORS THE SLIP April 2019
Flooring Standards Facility Managers Should Know

GIVING SLICK FLOORS THE SLIP April 2019
Steps To Improving Floor Safety

GIVING SLICK FLOORS THE SLIP April 2019
Signs Stop Slips And Falls

GROWING A GREEN PROGRAM April 2019
Survey: Green Cleaning Trends

GROWING A GREEN PROGRAM April 2019
Where Sustainable Practices Fit In Facilities

GROWING A GREEN PROGRAM April 2019
Survey Dives Into Green Certifications

GROWING A GREEN PROGRAM April 2019
Green, Sustainable Survey Outlines Cleaning Trends

EDITOR'S NOTE April 2019
Clean Buildings Expo Delivers Beyond Expectations

4/8/2019
Jan/San Distributors Pick Their Favorite 40 Products

FROM THE EDITOR March 2019
Amazon Strikes Jan/San Distributors Again

HELPING PREVENT THE FLU March 2019
Stopping Sickness With Hand Sanitizer Stations

CLEANING TIMES February 2019
Improve Janitorial Bids By Focusing On Product Efficiency

3/18/2019
Frontrunners As Distributor Choice Awards Wind Down

DEFINING YOUR IDEAL CUSTOMER February 2019
The Final Step To Scaling Up Your Cleaning Company

APPEALING TO CUSTOMERS February 2019
Why BSCs Should Embrace Sustainability

February 2019
Practical Sustainable Initiatives For BSCs

CLEAN BUILDINGS EXPO SET TO DEBUT IN BALTIMORE February 2019
Free Industry Trade Show Nears

February 2019
Education Schedule For CBE

A HANDBOOK FOR THE CLEANING INDUSTRY February 2019
New Book Helps BSCs To Thrive

NEW YEAR, NEW LEADER February 2019
BSCAI President Talks Goals For 2019

February 2019
How BSCAI Helps Cleaning Contractors

3/6/2019
Americans Are Wasting Toilet Paper In Public Restrooms

3/6/2019
Pulire Introduces Product Of The Year Award

3/6/2019
The Seven Germiest Places In An Office

3/5/2019
Aircraft Cleaning Chemical Market Expects Restrained Growth

3/5/2019
Imperial Dade Grows With Tri-State Acquisition

3/5/2019
How To Stop Offices From Making People Sick

3/5/2019
Spring Is The Time To Pressure Wash Building Facades

FACES OF THE FRONTLINE February 2019
Longtime Janitor Viewed As "Soldier On The Frontline"

HOLDING ON February 2019
What BSCs Must Do To Solve Retention Woes

February 2019
Bad Management Fuels Employee Turnover

February 2019
The Importance Of Employee Recognition

February 2019
Providing Perks To Retain Employees

THE HONORABLE BRYAN SMITH February 2019
Jan/San Professional Serves Role In Local Government

3/4/2019
Early Leaders For The 2019 Distributor Choice Award

3/4/2019
New Website Aids Facility Managers And BSCs

ROBOTS ARE CHANGING DISTRIBUTORS' ROLES February 2019
Autonomous Cleaning Equipment Force Distributors To Consult More

February 2019
The Manufacturer-Distributor Relationship Matters When Making A Robot Sale

February 2019
Mapping And Maintaining Robotic Floor Machines

3/1/2019
Robotics And IoT Drive Sustainability Efforts

GREEN CLEANING COLUMN February 2019
Growth In Sustainable Innovation

STRIKING A BALANCE February 2019
Understanding Customers Key To Inventory Control

February 2019
Prioritizing Safety Stock And Other Inventory

February 2019
Embrace Buying Groups, ERP Software

BSCS' ROLE IN BRINGING IOT TO THE RESTROOM February 2019
Smart Dispensers, Faucets Keep Visitors Happy

February 2019
IoT Partners Solve Compatibility Issues

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF SALES MANAGERS February 2019
Sales Training Vital To Success

BENCHMARKING THE GREEN CLEANING MOVEMENT February 2019
Survey: Why Schools Implement Green Cleaning

BENCHMARKING THE GREEN CLEANING MOVEMENT February 2019
Driving The Green Cleaning Movement In Schools

BENCHMARKING THE GREEN CLEANING MOVEMENT February 2019
Advocating For Health Schools

RECRUITING GENERATION NEXT February 2019
What Millennials In The Workplace Desire

February 2019
Marketing Jan/San To Young Job Applicants

February 2019
Hiring and Retaining Millennials

February 2019
Understanding Generation Z

TAKING CONTROL OF INFECTIONS February 2019
Identify Common Germs Found In Facilities

TAKING CONTROL OF INFECTIONS February 2019
Protection From Pathogens

TAKING CONTROL OF INFECTIONS February 2019
Life Span Of Germs And Cleaning Efficacy

CORDLESS BACKPACK VACUUM SAVES ON LABOR February 2019
A Purchase That Helps Business Grow

SOFTWARE HELPS CUSTOMIZE CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS February 2019
ERP Solution Improves Business Performance

CONTROLLING DUST CONTROLS INFECTIONS February 2019
Using Vacuums To Fight The Spread Of Infections

CONTROLLING DUST CONTROLS INFECTIONS February 2019
Vacuum Features Best Suited For Healthcare Facilities

GET READY TO VOTE February 2019
Distributor Choice Awards Near

QUAT BINDING QUERIES February 2019
Hospitals Fight Quat Binding While Fighting Infections

QUAT BINDING QUERIES February 2019
Tips To Prevent Quat Binding

QUAT BINDING QUERIES February 2019
Alternatives To Disinfecting With Quats

TECH POTENTIAL February 2019
Getting The Most Out Of Enterprise Resource Planning

February 2019
ERP Training Enhances Distributor's Business

BETTER COMMUNICATION LEADS TO HAPPIER WORKPLACE November 2018
Book Helps Improve Relationship With Coworkers

CLEANING VS. DISINFECTING: USING THE RIGHT TERMS November 2018
Know The Difference Between Cleaning, Disinfecting And Sanitizing

November 2018
The Importance Of A Correct Cleaning Contract

BUILDING A COMPANY AROUND ROBOTICS November 2018
Business Uses Robotic Cleaning Technology To Empower Workers

November 2018
Improving Perceptions Of The Janitorial Industry

BRINGING VINYLS BACK November 2018
Jan/San Industry Vet Enjoying Successful Music Career

HOW BSCS CAN CREATE A SCALABLE MODEL November 2018
A Blueprint To Help Business Expand

DISINFECTANT RECOMMENDATION REDUCES C. DIFF CASES November 2018
Two-Step Cleaning Process Improves Hospital Conditions

UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA STUDIES UP ON GREEN November 2018
Environmentally-Friendly Cleaning Program Saves School $400,000 A Year

November 2018
The Importance Of CIMS Certification

November 2018
Growing Through Continued Education

SOFTWARE BUSTS GHOST EMPLOYEES AND EXPOSES TIME FRAUD November 2018
Technology Helps Avoid Labor Deceit

GREEN CLEANING: LOOK WHAT THE OCCUPANT DRAGGED IN November 2018
Identify And Combat Cleaning Challenges

THE INNOVATION IMPASSE November 2018
Jan/San Distributors Must Change With The Times

BIG SHOES TO FILL November 2018
Start Leadership Succession Planning Today

November 2018
Forging A Smooth Business Transition

November 2018
Family Business Consultants Aid Change

CASE STUDY November 2018
Shaping Successful Cleaning At Aurora Public Schools

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK November 2018
Report Helps Determine Ideal Cleaning Cost

EXAMINING THE COMP November 2018
Sales Rep Salaries In Jan/San

FACILITY FOCUS November 2018
Cleveland Clinic Shares Lessons In Waste Diversion

FACILITY FOCUS November 2018
Fighting Contamination In Recycling

PRESTIGIOUS HONORS November 2018
BSCAI CLEAN Awards Given To Industry Elite

November 2018
Rare Distinction Bestowed To BSC

November 2018
Building Service Employee Of The Year Named

THINK OUTSIDE THE BIN November 2018
Alternatives To Traditional Waste And Recycling

THINK OUTSIDE THE BIN November 2018
Truly Sustainable Method To Managing Waste

THINK OUTSIDE THE BIN November 2018
Gaining Support For Sustainable Initiatives

THE RIGHT MACHINE FOR THE JOB November 2018
Selecting The Best Vacuum For Distributors' Largest Markets

November 2018
Cutting The Vacuum Cord In Offices

MATTING IS A MUST November 2018
Matting Programs Protect Floors And Facility Occupants

MATTING IS A MUST November 2018
Choose Mats That Prevent Slips And Falls

MATTING IS A MUST November 2018
Mats That Help Protect Flooring Investments

GIVING GERMS MORE ATTENTION November 2018
High-Touch Surfaces Need Improved Disinfecting

FROM THE EDITOR November 2018
IoT Takes A Step Forward

PAPER TRAIL FROM A TO Z November 2018
Explaining Sustainable Paper Products

PAPER TRAIL FROM A TO Z November 2018
Defining Green Paper Terms

CLEANING BY THE NUMBERS November 2018
Report Outlines Staffing, Costs And Frequencies Of Cleaning

CAN A SELF-MANAGED SALES FORCE SUCCEED? October 2018
Better Sales Performance Coaching Needed

SERIOUS RACQUETBALL October 2018
Pro-Link Manager Has Major Game

A VALUABLE PIECE October 2018
Changing Roles In Redistribution

A VALUABLE PIECE October 2018
Advantages Of Using A Jan/san Wholesaler

October 2018
Wholesalers Can Solve Distributors’ Challenges

A VALUABLE PIECE October 2018
How To Choose A Wholesale Distributor

OFFICE OUTLOOK August 2018
Learn The Cleaning Cost Per Square Foot In Offices

PURCHASING PRIORITIES October 2018
Factors To Consider When Buying Floor Care Equipment

October 2018
Safety And Sustainability Are Important

October 2018
Technology Continues To Evolve

STOP THE TRANSPORT OF PATHOGENS October 2018
Combat Pathogens At Their Source

STOP THE TRANSPORT OF PATHOGENS October 2018
Cleaning Technology Fights Contamination

BEHIND THE TIMES October 2018
Jan/San Distributors Must Embrace E-Commerce

October 2018
Features Make The Website

PROPONENTS OF PROPORTIONERS October 2018
Choosing — And Getting The Most Value From — Chemical Proportioners

PROPONENTS OF PROPORTIONERS October 2018
What To Consider When Introducing Proportioners

PROPONENTS OF PROPORTIONERS October 2018
Advantages Of Pre-measured Chemical Packages

TARIFFS' IMPACT ON DISTRIBUTORS October 2018
Taxes On Chinese Imports Could Affect Jan/San Industry

October 2018
ISSA Voices Concern

CHASING THE SHINE October 2018
Clean, Shiny Floors Create An Impression

CHASING THE SHINE October 2018
The High Price Of Shiny Floors

CHASING THE SHINE October 2018
Low-Maintenance Flooring Options For Facilities

CHASING THE SHINE October 2018
Tips For Long-Lasting Floor Shine

FROM THE EDITOR October 2018
Amazon Launches Jan/San Private-Label Line

LEARN TO LIVE WITH CHANGE September 2018
'Who Moved My Cheese' Helps Businesses Adapt

BUILD THE TEAM THAT WILL GROW YOUR BUSINESS September 2018
How To Form The Right Leadership Team

REDUCING SLIP-AND-FALL HAZARDS September 2018
Floor Chemical Examinations Lessen Falls

September 2018
Ditch The Mop For An Autoscrubber

10/17/2018
CASE STUDY: Infection Rates Drop After Adding Disinfecting Equipment

SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS October 2018
Cleaning Industry Veterans Share Management Tips

SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS October 2018
Management Advice For New And Veteran Cleaning Executives

SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS October 2018
Biggest Challenges Cleaning Managers Face

GROWING WITH THE INDUSTRY September 2018
Preparing McLemore Building Maintenance For The Future

September 2018
Earning Respect In The Workplace

September 2018
Leading A Building Service Contractor

September 2018
Leaving A Legacy

10/15/2018
Green Buildings Promote Healthy Workers

10/15/2018
HydraMaster Acquired By Bluefin Global

10/15/2018
Network Services Adds To Sales Team

10/15/2018
CASE STUDY: Doing More Cleaning With Less Money

GUIDING TEENS September 2018
Dalco Enterprises President Gives Back To Youth

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK September 2018
Recognizing Cleaners

WHY WATER WORKS September 2018
Cleaning Managers Embrace Engineered Water

September 2018
Customers, Employees Seek Environmentally Safe Products

September 2018
Improving Engineered Water Technology

10/10/2018
NAW Event To Help Distributors Reimagine Business Strategies

10/10/2018
Allied Universal Janitorial Services Adds Regional VP

10/9/2018
Federal Judge Pauses Effort To End TPS For Immigrant Janitors

10/9/2018
NSA Welcomes Ohio-based BSC

10/9/2018
Victory Innovations Donating Electrostatic Sprayers To Schools

10/9/2018
Religious Breaks Sparks Janitor Protest At Airport

10/8/2018
Visitors Coming? There Better Be A Clean Office

10/8/2018
New Data On UV-C Disinfection

LAUNDRY DISPENSER RESTORES CUSTOMER SATISFACTION October 2018
Updated Equipment Reduces Emergency Calls

SELLING SUSTAINABILITY September 2018
Iowa-Des Moines Supply Goes Beyond Green Cleaning Products

September 2018
Taking Waste Diversion, Recycling Seriously

September 2018
Appealing To The Eco-Friendly Customer

DEVELOP HEALTHY LEADERSHIP INTENTIONS September 2018
Defining What It Means To Be An Effective Leader

BSCAI GOES BIG IN DALLAS September 2018
Conference Educates Building Service Contractors

September 2018
Professional Networking At Its Finest

DEFANGING THE DUST BUNNIES September 2018
Tips To Tackling Dust And Improving Health

NEW HOST CITY FOR ISSA SHOW September 2018
Speakers, Innovative Products Highlight ISSA Show North America

September 2018
Networking Events Aplenty At Annual Gathering

9/24/2018
ISSA Show’s Final Day Headlined By Former President George W. Bush

PREPARING FOR A DIGITAL AGE September 2018
Digital Tools To Have Large Impact On Distribution Business

September 2018
Beating Amazon

9/21/2018
Get Ready To Party During ISSA Show’s Third Day

9/20/2018
ISSA Show Second Day Highlighted By Exhibit Hall

GREEN ENGAGEMENT September 2018
Promoting Green And Sustainability Through Campus Engagement

ATTRACTING MILLENNIALS September 2018
Company Culture, Perks Entice Young Adults

9/19/2018
ISSA Show Kicks Off With Education Focus

WHAT DOES A CLEAN RESTROOM REALLY SMELL LIKE? September 2018
Impact Of Poor Indoor Air

WHAT DOES A CLEAN RESTROOM REALLY SMELL LIKE? September 2018
Identify The Source Of Restroom Odors

WHAT DOES A CLEAN RESTROOM REALLY SMELL LIKE? September 2018
Train Staff To Tackle Odors In The Restroom

FROM THE EDITOR September 2018
ISSA 2018 Puts Innovation On Display

MANAGEMENT SURVEY September 2018
Survey Examines Priorities Of Cleaning Managers

MANAGEMENT SURVEY September 2018
Annual Survey Examines Cleaning Budgets

THE UPSIDE TO DOWNSIZING FLOOR MACHINES September 2018
Advantages Of Compact Floor Machines

THE UPSIDE TO DOWNSIZING FLOOR MACHINES September 2018
Productivity Advantages Of Small Autoscrubbers

THE UPSIDE TO DOWNSIZING FLOOR MACHINES September 2018
Using The Right Floor Equipment Improves Cleaning Outcomes

9/12/2018
New Faces Make Up Green Clean Schools Committee

9/12/2018
Recognizing International Housekeepers Week

EDITOR'S NOTE September 2018
Some Simple Recognition Goes A Long Way

CRAFTING A VISION IS THE FIRST STEP TO SCALING UP August 2018
Take Your Business To The Next Level

ENCAPSULATION SAVES TIME, MONEY AND THE ENVIRONMENT August 2018
Take Your Carpet Care Further

August 2018
Experts Stress Use Of Quality Encapsulation Polymer

9/7/2018
White House Trash Protocol ‘Classified’

August 2018
A Perfect Fit For LEED Buildings

TRACKING JANITOR PRODUCTIVITY WITH APPS August 2018
Exploring Evidence-Based Cleaning

August 2018
Use Data To Achieve Customer Satisfaction

August 2018
Empowering Cleaners With Job Satisfaction And Purpose

9/5/2018
Decipher Between Hand Sanitizer Fact And Fiction

9/5/2018
Chicago Tops Cities With Most Green Office Buildings

9/4/2018
Survey Says: Staffs Want Restroom Upgrades

DENVER BRONCOS STAY SAFE THANKS TO NEW ICE-MELT SOLUTION August 2018
Case Study: Stadium Experiences Success From Ice Melt Solution

SPINNING TUNES ALONGSIDE THE BUFFER August 2018
Creating Policies For Music In The Workplace

INSPIRED TO FILL MY FREETIME August 2018
Gretchen Roufs Celebrates Subjects Of Her Columns

DIVERSIFYING INTO NEW CHEMICAL PROPORTIONER MARKETS August 2018
Warewashing and Laundry Programs Can Help Distributors Grow Profits

August 2018
Transition To Niche Market Could Present Obstacles

August 2018
Staying With Technological Advancements

8/30/2018
Americo Acquires Strategic Assets Of U.S. Cocoa Mat

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK August 2018
BSCs Should Join The Zero Waste Movement

8/29/2018
Armstrong Flooring Reaches Recycling Milestone

August 2018
BSCs Should Consider Using These Distributor-Preferred Products

SPREADING AROUND SICKNESS August 2018
Hospital Floors Wrongfully Ignored

August 2018
Disposable Mops Cut Down On Contamination

CONTAMINATED SOAP CONTAMINATES HANDS August 2018
Risks Of Using Bulk Soap Dispensers

GREAT LEADERS OWN THEIR DECISIONS August 2018
Book By Navy SEALS Provides Tools For Commercial Cleaning Heads

8/27/2018
Studies Reveal Where Travelers Encounter The Most Germs

8/27/2018
Fair Hiring Proves To Be Good For Business

THE POWER OF PEERS August 2018
Peer-To-Peer Networking Helps Solve Issues

THE STRATEGIC SELL August 2018
B2B Trends Reshaping Inside Sales

SHOPPING FOR CARTS August 2018
Factors Driving Purchases Of Cleaning Carts And Caddies

SHOPPING FOR CARTS August 2018
Choosing The Right Cleaning Cart Or Caddy

SHOPPING FOR CARTS August 2018
Importance Of Organized Cleaning Carts

FROM THE EDITOR August 2018
Educating The Distributor

8/22/2018
White Paper Offers Tips For Foodservice Uniform Programs

8/22/2018
Five Factors To Consider When Insuring A Cleaning Business

8/22/2018
CASE STUDY: How Data-Driven Cleaning Can Solve Hygiene Needs

PRIORITIZING CLEANING OVER EVERYTHING ELSE August 2018
Dirty Schools Impact Student Performance

ORDERING INSIGHT August 2018
An Examination Of The End Users' Purchasing Habits

FACILITY FOCUS: CHEMICAL SWITCH USHERS IN GREEN CLEANING PROGRAM August 2018
Changing Chemicals Propels Green Cleaning Program

FACILITY FOCUS: CHEMICAL SWITCH USHERS IN GREEN CLEANING PROGRAM August 2018
Benefits Of Streamlining Cleaning Chemicals

CLEARING THE AIR August 2018
Hand Dryer Manufacturers Discuss Industry Trends

August 2018
One-Stop Hand Washing Technology Offers Hygienic Improvements

August 2018
Intelligent Hand Dryers And IoT

August 2018
Joining The Zero Waste Movement

8/16/2018
Hand Sanitizer Still Potent Weapon Against Germs

OVERCOME COMMON GREEN CLEANING MISTAKES August 2018
Techniques To Achieving Green Cleaning Buy-In

OVERCOME COMMON GREEN CLEANING MISTAKES August 2018
Research That Supports Sustainability In Schools

OVERCOME COMMON GREEN CLEANING MISTAKES August 2018
Communicating And Promoting Green Cleaning Initiatives

8/15/2018
JP Gould Western-BRW Acquires Baxter CleanCare

8/15/2018
ABM Awarded NPA Accreditation By National Parking Association

8/15/2018
Office Dirt: It's Catching And It's Expensive

8/15/2018
Back To School Can Mean Back To Germs

8/14/2018
Research Outlines Huge Growth In Healthcare Facility Management Market

8/13/2018
Bacteria Are Becoming More Tolerant Of Hand Sanitizers

CLEANING THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND August 2018
Campus Residents Push For Green And Sustainable Initiatives

CLEANING THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND August 2018
University Specializes On Strategies Resulting In Success

8/10/2018
Sustainability Advocates Partner To Simplify Industry's Green Efforts

CLEANING THAT FOCUSES ON STUDENT HEALTH August 2018
Schools Shift Focus To Cleaning For Health

8/9/2018
Better Brush Celebrates Industry Commitment

8/9/2018
Maryland Organizations Collaborate To Reduce Healthcare-Associated Infections

8/9/2018
‘Uber For Trash' Collects Waste Using Rideshare Tech

8/8/2018
Finalists For America's Best Restroom Revealed

8/8/2018
RDA Advantage Continues To Grow

8/8/2018
Study Explains Why Cleaning Workers Retire Early

8/8/2018
GP PRO Talks IoT

8/7/2018
Techniques To Control Pests In Long-Term Care Facilities

8/7/2018
TEAM Software Names New President

8/7/2018
Voting Opens For 2018 ISSA Innovation Award Program

8/7/2018
N.Y. School District Goes Beyond Standard Green Cleaning Practices

8/6/2018
CASE STUDY: Cleaning Prevents Cross-Contamination

8/6/2018
Tips To Effectively Spray Buff Floors

8/3/2018
Stanford Recognized For Green Practices

8/2/2018
AHE Announces The Heart Of Healthcare Award Winner

7/30/2018
CleanTelligent Software Celebrates Milestone

7/30/2018
Maryland State House Explores Methods To Remove Biofilm

7/30/2018
Hall of Famer Dick Vitale Keynotes PRSM Conference

7/27/2018
Mid-Year Minimum Wage Hikes Hit, Impact Businesses

7/27/2018
DPA Buying Group Adds 28 New JanSan Distributors

7/27/2018
Facility Group Receives Industrywide Custodial Certification

7/27/2018
Potential Employees Look For Facility Cleanliness

7/26/2018
ABM Partners With Chicago's Navy Pier

7/26/2018
Recognizing Impressive Restrooms

7/26/2018
Maximizing Your ERP System

7/26/2018
TEAM Software Joins The 2018 Heartland Developers Conference

7/26/2018
Survey Identifies Restroom As Least Desirable Cleaning Task

IT'S ABOUT THE RIDE July 2018
Harley Riding Jan/San Service Manager Finds Fun In Motorcycle Club

HOW VALUABLE ARE YOUR VALUE-ADDED SERVICES? July 2018
Increase Business Revenue By Charging For Assistance

7/25/2018
AHE Announces 2018 Innovation Award Nominees

7/25/2018
Five Essential Hand Dryer Facts

7/25/2018
DPA Hands Out Awards At Annual Conference

7/25/2018
Soap, Sanitizer And Dispenser Purchasing Habits

7/24/2018
ChemSec And CleanGredients Partner On Chemical Database

7/24/2018
CASE STUDY: Ergonomic Flooring Proves Ideal For Neuro Intensive Care Unit At UW Health

7/24/2018
World Dryer’s New Interactive Website Streamlines The Buying Process

7/24/2018
Effects Of The Gender Earnings Gap Last Into Retirement

K-12 SCHOOL REDUCES LUNCHTIME WASTE July 2018
Waxie and EcoSafe Team Up To Teach Environmental Sustainability

TOWEL IS MONEY July 2018
Traditional Paper Dispensers Cost Money, Business Reputation Issues

July 2018
Zero Waste Dispensers Wipe Away Competition

July 2018
Enhancing Environmental Sustainability

7/23/2018
Facility Firm’s Own Probe Leads To Accusations Of Overbilling

7/23/2018
Cleaning Deal Scrapped Over Sexual Harassment Concerns

7/23/2018
BHC Sales Specialists Focus Expertise By Product Line

7/20/2018
AHE Presents 2018 Environmental Services Department Of The Year Award

7/20/2018
Negative Restroom Reviews Impact Visits Of Hotels And Restaurants

7/20/2018
Where Cleaning Falls In The Greening Of Facilities

7/20/2018
Deb Group Launches Dispenser Design Website

CRACKING THE ICE MELT ORDERING MYSTERY July 2018
Doing Ice Melt Homework Saves Distributors Money

July 2018
Early Bird Ice Melt Sales Help Distributors And Customers

7/19/2018
Sofidel Announces Suppliers Sustainability Award

7/19/2018
Ramp Up Cleaning To Fight Flu In The Workplace

7/18/2018
Cintas President/COO Steps Down After 22 Years

7/18/2018
First Sustainability Recall in History

7/18/2018
Tips To Reducing Workplace Slips, Trips And Falls

OPPORTUNITY & ACQUISITION July 2018
Imperial Dade Grows Company With Calculated Aggression

July 2018
Serving Jan/San Customers Through Business Expansion

July 2018
Positive Workplace Culture, Good People Vital To Success

INNOVATION AWARD WINNERS July 2018
Robot Technology Garners High Praise At Interclean

7/17/2018
ISSA Announces 2018 Show Keynote Speakers

7/17/2018
Demands For Cleaning Ingredient Transparency Are Increasing

7/17/2018
Dirty Truth About Office Germs

7/16/2018
IFMA Foundation Announces New Executive Director

7/16/2018
NAW And Texas A&M Launch Educational Offerings Customized For Distributors

7/16/2018
CASE STUDY: Northern Arizona University Masters Team Cleaning

July 2018
Disinfecting Is Critical To Reducing Healthcare Acquired Infections

CLEANING'S FUTURE ON DISPLAY July 2018
Compact, Truly Autonomous Robots Entice Cleaning Industry

July 2018
IoT Could Bring Evidence-Based Labor To The Cleaning Industry

July 2018
Zero Waste Measures Should Be Discussed

FROM THE EDITOR July 2018
Germs Deserve Our Attention

7/13/2018
Brady Shines Awards Five Organizations in Third Grant Cycle

7/13/2018
Industry Platform Tackles Clean Hospitals

7/13/2018
How And Why Facilities Should Cut Back On Water Consumption

7/13/2018
Schools Fail New Cleaning Inspections

7/12/2018
Five Reasons For Product Purchasing Decisions

7/12/2018
Challenges Of Cleaning The Statue Of Liberty

BOOK CLUB June 2018
Life Lessons From The Janitor

CLEAN RESTROOMS MEAN BUSINESS June 2018
Spray-And-Vac Cleaning Provides Clean Appearance

7/11/2018
4M Building Solutions Relocates Mike Tofari

7/10/2018
Chicago Extends Deal With Controversial Cleaning Company

7/10/2018
Tips Improving Customer Service

7/10/2018
Motion Industries Opens New Distribution Center

CERTIFIED SUCCESS June 2018
Cleaning Accreditation Boosts Professional Growth

June 2018
Attract Clients With Commercial Cleaning Certificate

June 2018
Getting Ahead Of Cleaning Business Competition

7/9/2018
Retail Facilities Fight Cross-Contamination Challenges

SIT OR STAND, JUST DON'T WALK June 2018
Riding Commercial Floor Cleaners Superior To Walk-Behind Machines

SIT OR STAND, JUST DON'T WALK June 2018
Selecting The Right Floor Scrubber

7/6/2018
Studies Show Poor Handwashing Is A Common Problem

7/6/2018
Brain Corp Invests In Mobile Robotics Company Savioke

FAITH & FRANCHISING June 2018
Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services Is A Blueprint For Growth

June 2018
Todd Hopkins Puts Company In God's Hands

June 2018
Office Pride Takes Care Of Its Franchisees

June 2018
Commercial Cleaning Franchisor Has Ambitious Future Goals

ADAPT, MIGRATE OR DIE June 2018
Staffing Challenges Facing Cleaning Departments

7/5/2018
Better Ventilation Pays Off In Productivity, Health

7/5/2018
Using ANSI Standards In A Slip And Fall Prevention Program

IF COW BELLS COULD TALK June 2018
Supporting Staff Through Interaction And Positive Feedback

7/3/2018
Americo Announces A New Partnership With Essendant Inc.

7/3/2018
Bacteria Transmission From Public Restrooms

7/2/2018
ASHRAE Recognizes Outstanding Achievements Of Dedicated Members

7/2/2018
NYC Battles Pests With Unlikely Tool

7/2/2018
Deb Group Wins DPA Buying Group Supplier Of The Year Award

7/2/2018
Human Health Called The Next Frontier In Sustainable Building Design

THREE WARNING SIGNS OF BAD CUSTOMERS June 2018
How Building Service Contractors Can Spot Good Clients

6/29/2018
Best Restroom Contest Seeks Terrific Toilets Nominations

6/29/2018
Traveling Germs: Hotspots To Watch For During Air Travel

6/29/2018
Proposed Rule Could Stop Public Reporting Of Hospital Infections

6/29/2018
Global Shop Solutions Celebrates Significant Anniversary

6/29/2018
Cleaning Industry Welcomes New Women's Association

6/28/2018
City Sees Unusual Spike In Restroom Usage During World Cup Match

6/28/2018
Survey Reviews Cleanliness Of Mops And Cloths Used In Hospitals

6/28/2018
WAXIE Sanitary Supply Continues To Expand

6/28/2018
Imperial Dade Announces Latest Acquisition

6/28/2018
Facilities Staff Are Key To Active Shooter Training In The Workplace

MANAGING WORKPLACE ERGONOMICS June 2018
Reducing Cleaning Worker Injuries Through Improved Ergonomics

MANAGING WORKPLACE ERGONOMICS June 2018
Ergonomic Improvements That Reduce Worker Injuries

MANAGING WORKPLACE ERGONOMICS June 2018
Create A Culture Of Safety For Custodians

6/27/2018
Doorstop Used In Lockdown Protocols

6/27/2018
Energy Program Saves Schools Millions In Operating Costs

6/27/2018
Is Liquid Soap Safer Than Bar Soap?

6/26/2018
Brain Corp Named A 2018 Top 50 Company

6/26/2018
Chase Products Celebrates Milestone Anniversary

6/26/2018
XL North Unveils New Division Launch

6/26/2018
Proposal Could Result In Janitorial Jobs And Improved Recycling Efforts

6/25/2018
Allied Universal Donates Trade Show Furniture To Habitat for Humanity

6/25/2018
Students Honored For Teaching Hygiene Education

6/25/2018
School Workers Must Undergo Fresh Background Checks

6/25/2018
Enhance The Facility Image With Custom Soap Dispensers

THE TRUE COST OF FLOOR PADS June 2018
Value Of Premium And Budget Floor Pads

THE TRUE COST OF FLOOR PADS June 2018
How Floor Pads Convert To Labor Dollars

THE TRUE COST OF FLOOR PADS June 2018
Proper Care And Safety Tips For Floor Pads

6/22/2018
Oregon Moves to Protect Janitorial Workers

6/22/2018
Commercial Flooring Maintenance Market Report Released

6/22/2018
Rechargeable Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial Tackles Infection Prevention

6/22/2018
Tech Buildings Boost Window Washing Contracts

6/21/2018
Survey Reveals Demands For Restroom Cleanliness

6/21/2018
Arkansas School District Recognized With Honorable Mention

6/21/2018
Proper Infection Control Lies In The Details

6/21/2018
WHITE PAPER: The Value Of Data-Driven Cleaning

CHOOSING FULL COVERAGE June 2018
Disinfect Hard-To-Reach Surfaces

CHOOSING FULL COVERAGE June 2018
Reduce Labor Costs With Electrostatic Cleaners

CHOOSING FULL COVERAGE June 2018
Facilities That Can Benefit From Electrostatic Disinfection

GETTING OVER THE FLU June 2018
Day Cleaning, Electrostatic Technology Help Battle Germs

6/20/2018
University of Michigan’s John Lawter Named 2018 (OS1) Pinnacle Award Winner

6/20/2018
CASE STUDY: Senior Living Community Solves Acoustic Challenges With Resilient Flooring

6/19/2018
Kaivac Recognized With Top Workplaces Award

6/19/2018
Tech CEO Says Start As High School Janitor Taught Responsibility

KNOCK OUT June 2018
Fighting For Insourced Cleaning

KNOCK OUT June 2018
Outsmarting The Competition Keeps Cleaning In-House

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK June 2018
Trade Show Shows Future Of Cleaning Industry

6/15/2018
Study Outlines Changing Workplace Trends

6/15/2018
Tips To Attracting Millennials Into The Cleaning Industry

MATTING THAT HELPS PROMOTE SAFETY June 2018
Promote Safety And Aesthetics Through Matting

MATTING THAT HELPS PROMOTE SAFETY June 2018
Benefits Of Incorporating Mats Into Floor Care Programs

MATTING THAT HELPS PROMOTE SAFETY June 2018
Choosing Mats Based On Floor Type And Seasonality

MATTING THAT HELPS PROMOTE SAFETY June 2018
Floor Mats: The Most Overlooked Areas Within Facilities

MATTING THAT HELPS PROMOTE SAFETY June 2018
Re-Evaluating Matting Programs Means Deciding Whether To Rent Or Buy

6/12/2018
Des Moines’ City Hall Gets A High-Tech Cleaning

6/12/2018
Historic Facilities Receive Green And Sustainability Upgrades

INDUSTRY TESTIMONIALS: GIVING GRATITUDE May 2018
A Magazine That Aids Company Branding

May 2018
Providing A Forum For The Sanitary Supply Industry

May 2018
Educating The Cleaning Industry For 75 Years

6/11/2018
BSCAI Seeks Nominations For Prestigious Awards

6/8/2018
CASE STUDY: University Of Maryland Aces The Test For A Clean, Safe, Healthy And Sustainable Environment

6/8/2018
LCS Facility Group Names Regional Director Of Operations

6/8/2018
Custodial Success Books Shed Light On Industry

EDITOR'S NOTE June 2018
Attracting And Working With Millennials

75 YEARS OF CHANGE May 2018
Chronicling A Jan/San Industry Of Family Business

May 2018
Dawn Of The Sales Rep

May 2018
Technological Changes Improve Industry

May 2018
Private Label Brands Flourish

6/6/2018
IICRC Extends Early Bird Registration for 2018 Technical Conference

JAN/SAN LEADER FOR 75 YEARS May 2018
Sanitary Maintenance Celebrates Publication Milestone

May 2018
Keeping With Commercial Cleaning Trends

May 2018
Committed To Serving Sanitary And Janitorial Supply Distributors

6/5/2018
WHITE PAPER: Hospitals Examine Problems Caused By Wet Mopping Floors

6/5/2018
Schools Adapt As Flood Cleanup Continues

MENTORING THE NEXT GENERATION May 2018
Newly Retired Sanitary Maintenance CEO Helped Shape Mentee's Life

SURVIVING IN THE AGE OF AMAZON May 2018
E-Tailers Forcing Distributor Sales Reps To Evolve

5/25/2018
Hotel Solves Problem Of Dirty TV Remotes

5/25/2018
Seven Secrets For Business Success

INDUSTRY STATISTICS April 2018
2018 Report On The Building Service Contractor Market

5/23/2018
Top Ambulatory Surgery Center Problems Include Dust and Dead Insects

FROM THE EDITOR May 2018
Sanitary Maintenance Celebrates 75 Years Serving Distributors

IOT-EQUIPPED DISPENSERS HELP REDUCE COMPLAINTS April 2018
Data Generation Helps Track Towel, Soap Supply

April 2018
Realizing Janitorial Resource Optimization

SEASONAL STRATEGIES FOR PEST MANAGEMENT April 2018
Overcoming Seasonal Pest Challenges In Facilities

SEASONAL STRATEGIES FOR PEST MANAGEMENT April 2018
Prevent Pests With Regular Inspections

HIRING THE RIGHT MANAGER April 2018
Identifying Desirable Leadership Qualities

PROGRESS IN GREEN CLEANING April 2018
Evolution Of Green Cleaning Initiatives

PROGRESS IN GREEN CLEANING April 2018
Future Of Cleaning Green

TRANSITION TO ELECTROSTATIC MACHINE PROVES SUCCESSFUL April 2018
Electrostatic Cleaning Helps Improve Business

April 2018
Spray Cleaners Satisfy Commercial Cleaning Customers

ECO-FRIENDLY PRODUCT MITIGATES HIGH-TRAFFIC RESTROOM ODORS April 2018
Companies Team Up To Freshen Famed Railway Station

BRANCHING OUT April 2018
Exploring Acquisition And Greenfield Strategies

April 2018
Maintaining Organizational Culture

CLEANING FOR PUBLIC HEALTH April 2018
How To Properly Clean Restrooms And Mitigate Infections

CLEANING FOR PUBLIC HEALTH April 2018
Removing Soils From Public Restrooms

CLEANING FOR PUBLIC HEALTH April 2018
Cleaning Technology Fights Restroom Bacteria

THE STRATEGIC SELL April 2018
PIM Systems Help Distributors Stay Organized

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK April 2018
CBE Will Bring BSCs And Facility Executives Together

CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF ENCAPSULATION April 2018
Benefits Of Cleaning Carpets Using Encapsulation

CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF ENCAPSULATION April 2018
Sustainable Advantages To Encapsulation

CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF ENCAPSULATION April 2018
Putting Carpet Cleaning Polymers To The Test

CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF ENCAPSULATION April 2018
Outline When To Encapsulate Or Extract Carpeting

POWER UP April 2018
Lithium Ion Battery Use Expanding To Jan/san

April 2018
Powering Floor Cleaning Machines

April 2018
Competing Against Lead Acid Batteries

BE MORE THAN A CLICK AND A BOX April 2018
Buying Groups Help Distributors Compete Against E-Tailers

April 2018
Giving Jan/San Distributor Sales Representatives An Edge

VACANCY DUE TO IMMIGRATION April 2018
DACA Dilemma Could Cause Janitorial Staffing Issues

VACANCY DUE TO IMMIGRATION April 2018
Turnover Would Hamper Commercial Cleaning Services

VACANCY DUE TO IMMIGRATION April 2018
A Path To Work Eligibility

VACANCY DUE TO IMMIGRATION April 2018
Immigration Debate To Continue Through The Fall

EXPANDING YOUR BRANDING April 2018
Chemicals Offer Entry Into Private Labeling

EXPANDING YOUR BRANDING April 2018
Brand Strategy Involves Knowing When To Expand

April 2018
Unique Products Improve Profit Margins

FREETIME: THE LANTERN WHISPERER April 2018
Freetime: Sales Manager Collects, Repairs Vintage Lanterns

ZEROING IN ON ZERO WASTE April 2018
Controlling Waste Streams In Facilities

ZEROING IN ON ZERO WASTE April 2018
Turn A Waste Stream Into A Revenue Stream

ZEROING IN ON ZERO WASTE April 2018
Zero Waste In Three Simple Steps

ZEROING IN ON ZERO WASTE April 2018
The Future Of Zero Waste

FROM THE EDITOR: DESERVING WINNERS April 2018
Distributor Choice Awards A Blast To Oversee

ZEROING IN ON ZERO WASTE April 2018
Benefits Of Launching A Composting Program

PRODUCTS April 2018
2018 Sanitary Maintenance Distributor Choice Award Winners

IF YOU CAN’T BEAT ‘EM, REDIRECT ‘EM April 2018
Techniques To Steer Facility Initiatives In A More Sustainable Direction

3/26/2018
BSC Grows School Portfolio By Filling Staff Vacancies

3/26/2018
PJP Named A Top Workplace

3/26/2018
Survey Shows Americans Would Pay For A Clean Restroom

3/26/2018
Jelmar Hires National Sales Manager

3/23/2018
Healthcare Forum Highlights Cleaning’s Role In Patient Safety

3/23/2018
Miami Airport’s New Director Prioritizes Restroom Cleaning

3/23/2018
Seven Ways To Reduce Trash Liner Waste

3/23/2018
BRAVO! Expands Its Add-On Services

3/22/2018
Contracting Profits Adds BSCs To Advisory Board

3/22/2018
Celebrate World Water Day

3/22/2018
Canberra Picks Roger McFadden To Lead Sustainable Innovation

3/22/2018
U.S. Battery Helps End Users Find Distributors

3/21/2018
Durham Schools To In-source Cleaning Again

3/21/2018
NSA Grows Again With Midwest BSC

3/21/2018
UV-C Technology Helps Children’s Hospital Reduce Viral Infections

3/21/2018
WAXIE Promotes Three Employees To Vice Presidents

3/20/2018
Imperial Dade Expands Midwest Reach

3/20/2018
Vote For The Janitor Of The Year

CASE STUDY: BATTERY MAINTENANCE REDUCES CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS March 2018
Good Floor Care Starts With The Right Battery

3/19/2018
Certification Helps Facilities Achieve Zero Waste

3/19/2018
Oklahoma State University Selects ABM To Clean Athletic Facilities

3/19/2018
Interclean Provides Distributors With New Solutions For Clients

3/19/2018
Heathcare Computers Built To Withstand Disinfecting

FROM THE EDITOR March 2018
Buyer's Guide Helps Keep Tabs On The Industry

THE BENEFITS OF BRAND NAMES September 2018
Selling Commercial Versions Of Consumer Brands

September 2018
Best Markets For Consumer Cleaning Products

3/16/2018
Hand Washing Is Key To Stopping Norovirus

3/16/2018
RJ Schinner Hires Leader For New Business Development Team

3/16/2018
Pursant Helps With BSC Merger

ROBOTIC FLOOR MACHINE ALLOWS JANITORS TO CLEAN HANDS-FREE February 2018
Case Study: Robotic Floor Machine Allows For More Efficient Janitorial Work

UNPLUGGING FOR GREATER EFFICIENCY AND COST SAVINGS February 2018
Battery Upright Vacuums Lead To Improved Productivity

February 2018
Janitors Appreciate Switch To Battery Backpack Vacuums

February 2018
Cut The Cord To Attract Green-Minded Customers

3/15/2018
NSA Grows With Indianapolis BSC

3/15/2018
Messy Offices Expose Workers To Harmful Bacteria

3/15/2018
EPA Shifts Staffers From Safer Choice Chemical Labeling Program

3/15/2018
Penn Jersey Paper Acquires Restaurant Supplier

3/14/2018
Denver Council OKs Controversial Airport Janitorial Contract

3/14/2018
Clean Buildings Expo Debuts March 2019

3/14/2018
New Diversey Hire To Lead Merger And Acquisition Activity

SUPPLY BETTER CUSTOMER RESPONSIVENESS February 2018
ERP Software Solutions Enhance Speed To Market

3/13/2018
Struggling To Save DACA Recipients

3/13/2018
International Jury Shortlists 12 Products For Innovation

3/13/2018
Betco Acquires Concrete Polishing Product Manufacturer

3/12/2018
3M Names New CEO

SUCCESS STARTS WITH LEAP OF FAITH February 2018
Steve Harvey Book Helps Business Leaders, BSCs "Jump" Toward Success

AVOID SOAP CONTAMINATION BY SWITCHING TO SEALED SYSTEMS February 2018
Refillable Soap Dispensers Are A Haven For Bacteria

February 2018
Many BSCs Don't See Value In Bulk Dispenser Cleaning

February 2018
Sealed Cartridges Prevent Soap Contamination

THE VOICE OF THE MODERN BUYER February 2018
Jan/San Customers Need Trusted Business Advisors

PREPARED FOR ANYTHING February 2018
Distributors Must Be Ready To Service Any New Floor

February 2018
Save On Resilient Flooring Maintenance Costs With Vinyl Composition Tile Alternatives

February 2018
Flooring Innovations Require Changes To Janitorial Cleaning Procedures

MEET BSCAI'S NEW LEADER FOR 2018 February 2018
A Conversation With BSCAI's New Leader For 2018

February 2018
Trade Shows Provide Building Service Contractors With Learning Opportunities

February 2018
Commercial Cleaning Industry To Involve More Technology, Embrace Adaptation

February 2018
Three Keys To Profitability

WHY EMPLOYEES LEAVE February 2018
Bad Management Greatly Impacts Janitorial Staff Turnover

February 2018
Good Company Culture Helps Keep Cleaners Around

February 2018
Increase Employee Retention By Providing Proper Expectations

February 2018
Checkups Help To Keep Employee Retention Satisfactory

FROM THE EDITOR: THANK YOU TO A TRUE LEADER February 2018
Saying Thanks To A Retiring Face Of Jan/San

3/2/2018
TEAM Software Completes Fourth SOC 1 Type 2 Audit

3/1/2018
Oregon Law Prevents Janitorial Wage Theft And Sexual Harassment

FOSTERING STRONG LEADERS February 2018
Key To Nurturing Successful Custodial Leaders

FOSTERING STRONG LEADERS February 2018
Power Of Networking In Cleaning Industry

FOSTERING STRONG LEADERS February 2018
Responsibilities Of Strong Leaders

DESIGNING STRATEGIES THAT PROTECT FLOORS February 2018
Proper Maintenance Schedules That Protect Floors

DESIGNING STRATEGIES THAT PROTECT FLOORS February 2018
Choosing Chemicals Based On Varying Floor Types

FREETIME: ENJOYING A HALL-OF-FAME BOWLING CAREER February 2018
Bowling Bill Allen Supplies The Strikes, Sanitary Products

COVERING ALL ANGLES February 2018
Electrostatic Cleaning An Asset To Infection Control

February 2018
Efficiency Of Cleaning Services Enhanced By Hi-Tech Spray

February 2018
Infectious Disease Control In Hospitals, Other Facilities Improved With Electric Charge

February 2018
Target Market Demographics Wide-Ranging For Electrostatic Technology

REACHING INTO THE RAFTERS February 2018
Vacuums That Tackle Previously Neglected Surfaces

REACHING INTO THE RAFTERS February 2018
Using Proper Vacuuming Equipment Promotes Health And Safety

ONLINE CONVENIENCE, LOCAL TOUCH February 2018
Improving Online Presence While Maintaining The Customer Service Experience

February 2018
A Business Acquisition Built On Shared Values

February 2018
Millennium Distribution Expands Market Presence Through E-Commerce

February 2018
Future of Jan/San Distribution Changing Sales Rep Training

STANDING UP TO BIG E-COMMERCE February 2018
The Struggle Of Facing The Amazon Business Marketplace

February 2018
Vendor Managed Inventory Software Benefits Local Distributors

February 2018
Competing With Amazon Using A Better Customer Service Experience

PREVENTING HAND-HYGIENE FAILURES IN HEALTHCARE February 2018
Hurdles In Changing Handwashing Habits

PREVENTING HAND-HYGIENE FAILURES IN HEALTHCARE February 2018
Joint Commission Pushes For Improved Hand Hygiene

PREVENTING HAND-HYGIENE FAILURES IN HEALTHCARE February 2018
Advantages Of Handwashing Monitoring Systems

BE PREPARED February 2018
Identify Potential Facility Threats And Emergencies

BE PREPARED February 2018
Training For Emergency Preparedness

BE PREPARED February 2018
Communication During An Emergency

1/19/2018
Distributor Choice Award Voting Tightens The Race

1/4/2018
Chance To Vote For The Best Products

12/20/2017
Green Programs In Schools Hits Major Milestone

FREETIME: UNITING THE INDUSTRY FOR HOPE November 2017
GOJO Industries President Steve Schultz Helps Raise $14.8 Million for City of Hope

INFECTIOUS DESIGN November 2017
Facility Executives Value Clean Appearance More Than Infection Control

GREEN CLEAN STILL MATTERS November 2017
Facility Executives Still Care About Green Cleaning

November 2017
BSC Clients Struggle With Green Cleaning Verification

November 2017
Facility Executives See Value, Sustainability In Green Cleaning

PUTTING ODOR CONTROL IN ITS PLACE November 2017
Getting Strategic With Air Freshener Placement

November 2017
Active Vs. Passive Odor Control

November 2017
Odor Control Outside the Restroom

ONE-STOP PRODUCT SHOP November 2017
Wholesalers Help Distributers Diversify

November 2017
Diversifying Beyond Jan/San

November 2017
Inventory Benefits Of Wholesalers

12/8/2017
Massachusetts Charter School Cleaners Go Green

12/8/2017
Study Finds That C. Diff Survives On Floors After Disinfection

12/7/2017
Increased Cleaning Key In A Potentially Bad Flu Season

SELLING ROBOTS November 2017
Robot Floor Cleaners Enter The Jan/San Market

November 2017
Selling Floor Cleaning Robots

November 2017
Sales Pitch For Autonomous Equipment

CLEANER FLOORS ARE SAFER FLOORS November 2017
The Cost Of Slips And Falls For Facilities

CLEANER FLOORS ARE SAFER FLOORS November 2017
Evaluating Floor Safety Programs

CLEANER FLOORS ARE SAFER FLOORS November 2017
Tips To Reducing Slips, Trips And Falls

MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS GO MAINSTREAM November 2017
Push For Free Feminine Hygiene Products

MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS GO MAINSTREAM November 2017
Schools Pilot Free Tampon Program

MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS GO MAINSTREAM November 2017
Facilities Benefit From Offering Feminine Products

THE SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN TRIBE EMBRACES ECO-FRIENDLY ODOR CONTROL November 2017
CASE STUDY: Control Odors While Protecting The Environment

SLOW, BUT STEADY November 2017
Report On 2016 Sanitary Supply Distributor Sales Shows Steady Growth

EXPLAINING ON-SITE GENERATION November 2017
What Is On-site Generation Of Cleaning Products?

EXPLAINING ON-SITE GENERATION November 2017
Understanding Aqueous Ozone Cleaning Technology

EXPLAINING ON-SITE GENERATION November 2017
Disinfecting With On-Site Generation Technologies

THE STRATEGIC SELL: MANAGING THE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE November 2017
Every Touchpoint Impacts The Customer Journey

11/21/2017
Shark Attraction Earns Facility Best Restroom Title

TEAMING UP ON GREEN CLEANING November 2017
Sustainable Cleaning Is A Shared Responsibility

TEAMING UP ON GREEN CLEANING November 2017
Communicating Green Cleaning Initiatives

FROM THE EDITOR November 2017
Keeping Up With Industry Trends

GETTING THE RIGHT WORDS OUT November 2017
Communicating Green Cleaning Advantages

GREEN CLEANING TRENDS November 2017
Importance Of Green And Sustainable Initiatives

GREEN CLEANING TRENDS November 2017
Benefits Of Green And Sustainable Initiatives

GREEN CLEANING TRENDS November 2017
Survey Outlines Sustainable Cleaning Initiatives

11/14/2017
Tennant Floor Scrubber Earns Top 10 Cool New Product

SUSTAINABILITY’S IMPACT ON OCCUPANT WELLNESS November 2017
Building Operations Supports Human Health And Wellness

SUSTAINABILITY’S IMPACT ON OCCUPANT WELLNESS November 2017
Cleaning Standards That Focus On Wellness

SUSTAINABILITY’S IMPACT ON OCCUPANT WELLNESS November 2017
Cleaning That Limits Toxic Exposure

11/13/2017
Excel Dryer Prevents The Importation Of Knockoff Dryers

11/10/2017
ABM Expands Stadium Portfolio In New York

11/10/2017
Kärcher Helps Restore City Hall In Des Moines

11/10/2017
Robot Designed Specifically For Hospitality Cleaning

11/10/2017
Survey: How Cleanliness Impacts Building Occupant Opinion Of A Facility

HEALTH BENEFITS DRIVE GREEN CLEANING November 2017
Using Green Cleaning To Promote Occupant Health

11/9/2017
Discussions Continue Over ISSA And RAI Alliance

11/7/2017
Flu Season Prompts Additional Cleaning In Schools And Public Buildings

11/6/2017
ProTeam Names New Regional Sales Manager

11/6/2017
Survey Says 4 in 10 Healthcare Staff Work While Sick

11/6/2017
ACI Charity Events Benefit “Clean The World”

11/3/2017
Avmor Announces New Hires And Personnel Changes

KEEPING TABS ON FLOOR EQUIPMENT October 2017
Using IoT To Manage Floor Equipment Fleet

KEEPING TABS ON FLOOR EQUIPMENT October 2017
Technology That Streamlines Floor Cleaning

KEEPING TABS ON FLOOR EQUIPMENT October 2017
Using Data To Improve Cleaning Processes

KEEPING TABS ON FLOOR EQUIPMENT October 2017
Productivity Gains Of Floor Cleaning Equipment

11/2/2017
CASE STUDY: Building One Fights Infections With Electrostatic System

11/2/2017
Tips To Reducing Facility Waste

HELPING CAMMY October 2017
Freetime: Fundraising For Rett Syndrome Research

11/1/2017
CASE STUDY: U.S. Cleaning Processes Adopted Overseas

11/1/2017
House Committee Approves Bill To Require E-Verify Checks For New Hires

CHANGING OFFICE LAYOUTS REQUIRE NEW TOWEL DISPENSERS October 2017
Densification Of Offices Creating Restroom Problems

October 2017
Towel Dispensers Designed For High-density Office Layouts

October 2017
Retrofitting Paper Towel Dispensers

10/31/2017
Cleaning Positions Among Those Lost In Wake Of Harvey

10/30/2017
Hotels Promote Hygiene While Improving Sustainable Initiatives

10/30/2017
Cintas Distribution Center Recognized For Zero Waste Initiatives

10/30/2017
New Book On EVS Staffing Standards Released

10/27/2017
Nilfisk Completes Successful Listing on Copenhagen Stock Exchange

10/27/2017
Top 50 Cities With Pest Problems And Prevention Tips

10/27/2017
Sustainability Of ElectroChemically Activated Solutions

THE STRATEGIC SELL: THE MAKEUP OF AN ELITE SALESPERSON October 2017
The Best Sales Reps Have These Traits

10/26/2017
NSA Adds Ohio Contractor To Its Organization

10/26/2017
Spartan Chemical’s Terra Glaze Featured on Award Winning Floor

10/26/2017
Guidance for Improving Hand Hygiene Compliance in Healthcare Facilities

10/26/2017
Evaluating Whether Your Cleaning Partner Is Working Out

FIVE STEPS TO GOING GREEN October 2017
Shifting From Green Cleaning To Sustainability

FIVE STEPS TO GOING GREEN October 2017
Steps To Implementing Green Cleaning Programs

FIVE STEPS TO GOING GREEN October 2017
Introducing Green Products And Processes

FIVE STEPS TO GOING GREEN October 2017
How Vendors Help Support Sustainability

THE GREENING OF FLOOR PADS October 2017
Floor Pads Can Earn Green Seal’s GS-20 Certification

October 2017
Floor Pads Made With Biobased Materials

October 2017
Evaluating Green Floor Pads

ANYTHING FOR THE CUSTOMER October 2017
SouthEast LINK Offers As Many Services To Clients As Possible

October 2017
Ailene Grego Returns To Lead SouthEast LINK

PROVIDING EXTRA PROTECTION AGAINST VIRUSES AND BACTERIA September 2017
Case Study: Electrostatic Sprayer Provides Complete Surface Disinfection

BE DETERMINED TO PERSEVERE September 2017
Book Club: Improve Your ‘Grit’ And Determination

EMBRACING PRODUCT EVOLUTION October 2017
Looking For Innovation In Cleaning Products

A FLOOR CARE MACHINE THAT HANDLES THE CHALLENGES OF RETAIL FACILITIES September 2017
Case Study: Retail Facilities Demand High Floor Care Standards

A MODERN-DAY SPARTAN WARRIOR September 2017
Freetime: Spartan Racing With Colleen Koscinski, MAC Janitorial Supply

THE PROPER STEPS TO CLEANING A RESTROOM September 2017
Step-by-step Restroom Cleaning Procedures

September 2017
Five Restroom Areas That Lead To Complaints

GREEN CLEANING LAWS MAKE PROGRESS September 2017
Legislation Mandating Green Cleaning In Schools Is Successful

September 2017
Barriers To Implementing Green Cleaning Products

September 2017
Green Seal Revises Cleaning Standards

September 2017
Slip-resistant Footwear Reduce Cleaning Accidents

September 2017
Encourage Janitors To Wear Slip-resistant Shoes

BSC FINDS GROWTH BY USING AQUEOUS OZONE TECHNOLOGY September 2017
Reasons For Switching To Engineered Water

September 2017
How Janitors Clean With Aqueous Ozone

September 2017
Customer Reaction To Chemical-free Cleaning

DON’T DO WINDOWS? MAYBE IT’S TIME TO START September 2017
Diversifying Into Window Cleaning Services

September 2017
Add Water-fed Poles And Window Cleaning Robots To The Arsenal

September 2017
Add A Professional Window Cleaner To The Team

GET TO KNOW UV TECHNOLOGY September 2017
Cleaning Industry Embraces Ultraviolet Disinfection

September 2017
Understanding Ultraviolet Light In The C Spectrum

PREVENTING CART CONTAMINATION September 2017
Keeping Housekeeping Carts Clean

PREVENTING CART CONTAMINATION September 2017
Cleaning Of Carts Gets Overlooked

PREVENTING CART CONTAMINATION September 2017
Customizing Custodial Carts

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK September 2017
An Example Of Internet of Things Challenges

UPRIGHTS UNPLUGGED September 2017
Battery Upright Vacuums Boost Productivity

September 2017
Cordless Vacuums Improve Safety

September 2017
Battery Backpack Vacuum Vs. Cordless Upright

September 2017
Selling Cordless Upright Vacuums

THE TOOLS YOU NEED TO MAKE CHANGE September 2017
Promoting Green Cleaning In Schools

THE TOOLS YOU NEED TO MAKE CHANGE September 2017
Soliciting Green Cleaning Buy-In

THE TOOLS YOU NEED TO MAKE CHANGE September 2017
Stats That Support Sustainability

THE TOOLS YOU NEED TO MAKE CHANGE September 2017
Partners That Help Promote Green

IDENTIFY AND TACKLE RESTROOM GERMS September 2017
Types Of Bacteria Found In Restrooms

IDENTIFY AND TACKLE RESTROOM GERMS September 2017
Most Contaminated Restroom Surfaces

IDENTIFY AND TACKLE RESTROOM GERMS September 2017
Techniques To Fight Restroom Germs

IDENTIFY AND TACKLE RESTROOM GERMS September 2017
Teaching Restroom Disinfection Techniques

INTERPRETING IOT September 2017
Understanding IoT In The Cleaning Industry

September 2017
Defining Internet Of Things Technology

September 2017
Advantages Of Internet Of Things Technology

September 2017
IoT Challenges To Overcome

THE TOP THREE FUNCTIONS OF ERP SOFTWARE September 2017
Integrate ERP Software With Other Platforms

September 2017
ERP Software Creates A Mobile Salesforce

September 2017
Combine ERP With CRM Software To Win Clients

ROBOTS ROAM THE HALLS September 2017
Benefits Of Robotic Floor Equipment

ROBOTS ROAM THE HALLS September 2017
Cleaning Merges With Technology

ROBOTS ROAM THE HALLS September 2017
Floor Equipment That Collects Data

ROBOTS ROAM THE HALLS September 2017
University Benefits From Robotic Equipment

A CLEAN SWEEP FOR SCHOOL BREAKFAST September 2017
Cleaning Challenges With Breakfast In The Classroom

A CLEAN SWEEP FOR SCHOOL BREAKFAST September 2017
A Team Effort Keeps Schools Clean

A CLEAN SWEEP FOR SCHOOL BREAKFAST September 2017
Responding To Spills

A CLEAN SWEEP FOR SCHOOL BREAKFAST September 2017
How New Programs Impact Cleaning

ARE SERVICES DRAINING YOUR REVENUE? September 2017
Are Value-added Services Worth Their Costs?

September 2017
Determine Customer Needs, Then Execute Great Service

EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT TIME MANAGEMENT August 2017
Book Club: Time Management For Executives

SOFTWARE EASES GROWING PAINS August 2017
Janitorial Software Keeps Rising Costs In Check

August 2017
Time Tracking Software Manages Attendance

August 2017
Inspection Software Strengthens Customer Relationships

HOW TO PREVENT RESTROOM COMPLAINTS August 2017
Top Five Restroom Problems

HOW TO PREVENT RESTROOM COMPLAINTS August 2017
Accurate Cleaning Frequencies Will Mitigate Complaints

HOW TO PREVENT RESTROOM COMPLAINTS August 2017
A Day Porter Will Reduce Restroom Troubles

August 2017
Communicate Restroom Cleaning With Customers

WINNING ON THE WATER August 2017
Freetime: Slalom Skiing With Richard Rones, Americo Manufacturing

GRAB A LARGER SLICE August 2017
Foodservice Disposables Market Primed For Growth

August 2017
Jan/san Distributors Can Break In To New Market Through Existing Customers

August 2017
Bundle Foodservice Supplies With Kitchen Sanitation Products

AN EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE August 2017
Seminars Tout Green And Healthy Schools

THROUGH THICK AND THIN August 2017
SMI Facility Services Still Strong After 25 Years

August 2017
Val And Steve Garcia Have A Love For The Cleaning Industry

August 2017
Network Services Company Gave SMI Its Big Break

August 2017
Garcia Brothers Remain Loyal To Customers

AN EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCE August 2017
ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2017 Adds Plenty Of New Elements

August 2017
Network And Have Fun At ISSA/INTERCLEAN Las Vegas

ASSESSING YOUR SUSTAINABLE CLEANING PROGRAM August 2017
Steps To Transitioning To Green Cleaning

ASSESSING YOUR SUSTAINABLE CLEANING PROGRAM August 2017
Creating A Sustainability Plan

SCHOOL STARTS WITH CLEAN HANDS August 2017
Hand Washing Prevents Cold And Flu

SCHOOL STARTS WITH CLEAN HANDS August 2017
Positioning Soap And Sanitizer

SCHOOL STARTS WITH CLEAN HANDS August 2017
Tips To Encouraging Hand Washing

SEEING IS BELIEVING August 2017
Tips For Selling Engineered Water Systems

August 2017
Focus On Green Cleaning, Return On Investment

August 2017
Janitor Training Leads To Engineered Water Sales

APPROACH CUSTOMERS FROM THE OUTSIDE IN August 2017
Perception Of Value More Important Than Customer Relationships

August 2017
Design Services To Meet Specific Customer Needs

August 2017
Meeting, Not Exceeding, Customer Expectations

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK August 2017
Two Great Conventions In Las Vegas

CAN-DO CANISTERS August 2017
Advantages To Canister Vacuums

CAN-DO CANISTERS August 2017
Canister Vacuums Offer Ergonomic Benefits

CAN-DO CANISTERS August 2017
Extending The Vacuum’s Reach

CAN-DO CANISTERS August 2017
Caring For Canister Vacuums

BRINGING WORKOUT LESSONS TO WORK August 2017
Benefits Of Training Cleaning Professionals
Benefits peer training can have on a green cleaning program

IT’S NOT THE COMP August 2017
The Strategic Sell: Think Twice Before Modifying Sales Compensation

WEST TEXAS TAKEOVER August 2017
Mayfield Paper Company Grows Through Product Diversification

August 2017
Stanley Mayfield Follows Father’s Path Into Jan/san Distribution

August 2017
John Edward Mayfield Marks Third Generation Of Family Business

August 2017
Mayfield Paper Find Right West Texas Business Growth

FUTURE FORECAST August 2017
Cleaning Preserves Buildings For The Future
“The difference between a ruin and a building in use is the janitor.”

FROM THE EDITOR August 2017
Understanding Customer Buying Behavior

July 2017
BSCAI Offers Designation For Jan/san Distributors
The RBSP designation is recognized with great respect by building service contractors

IT’S GOOD TO HAVE OPTIONS July 2017
Keep Customers Happy With Hand Dryer And Paper Towel Choices

July 2017
Hand Dryers Can Offer Additional Hand Hygiene, Sustainability, Cost-saving Options

July 2017
Hand Drying Options Improve Customer Satisfaction

CUSTOMERS ARE NOT OWNED. THEY ARE EARNED July 2017
The Strategic Sell: Don’t Take Customer Relationships For Granted
Relationships are earned, but they are not earned for a lifetime

TAKE A HIKE July 2017
Freetime: Paul SerVaas Of Bar Keepers Friend Is Mountain Climber And Adventurer
Paul, president of Bar Keepers Friend, and his wife Marsha typically do two big hikes every year

A SLIPPERY SUBJECT July 2017
The Differences In Ice Melt Products

July 2017
Don’t Overuse Deicers

July 2017
Environmentally Friendly Ice Melt

7/26/2017
IEHA Continues Longstanding Co-location With ISSA

July 2017
Laundry Systems, Warewashing See IoT Influence

July 2017
Future IoT Applications In Dilution Control

7/25/2017
CETA Convention Highlighted By Education And Networking

7/24/2017
BSCAI Rechristens Its Annual Convention

7/21/2017
EPIC Is Held With ISSA/INTERCLEAN For First-time

7/20/2017
Earn Certifications From Hands-on Workshops

7/19/2017
ARCSI And ISSA Team For 20 Hours Of Education At Convention

CREATING THE IDEAL CUSTOMER July 2017
How Jan/san Distributors Can Groom Top-tier Customers

July 2017
Loyal Customers Are Made, Not Born

July 2017
Engage Customers Beyond Simply Taking Orders

July 2017
Prioritize Ideal Customers, But Don’t Neglect Difficult Customers

7/18/2017
ISSA Convention Presents Healthcare-Specific Seminars

FROM THE EDITOR July 2017
Help Sanitary Maintenance With Jan/san Distributor Sales Survey
Sanitary Maintenance and ISSA need your help

7/17/2017
ISSA Convention Features Green School Seminars

7/14/2017
Seminars For Building Service Contractors At ISSA Convention

7/13/2017
Jan/san Distributor Seminars At ISSA 2017

INDUSTRY STATISTICS June 2017
2017 Report On The Building Service Contractor Market — Member Content

June 2017
Contract Cleaners Still Optimistic — Member Content

June 2017
Infection Prevention Lags Behind Clean Appearance — Member Content

June 2017
Most BSCs Buy From Jan/san Distributors — Member Content

7/11/2017
All-star Panel To Discuss State Of The Economy At ISSA/INTERCLEAN

7/10/2017
Football Legend To Deliver Keynote At ISSA/INTERCLEAN

7/7/2017
ISSA/INTERCLEAN Awards Will Honor The Industry

7/6/2017
Network With Fellow Attendees At ISSA/INTERCLEAN

7/5/2017
New Features At ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2017

A NEW WAY OF THINKING June 2017
Book Club: The Value of Right-Brain Thinking For BSCs
This is a great book to read and process with your teammates, as it challenges conventional thinking

June 2017
Jan-Pro Discovers Backpack Vacuum Efficiency
When used properly, a backpack vacuum cleans two to three times faster than an upright

6/28/2017
Karl Rove, Jim Messina Join ISSA Keynote Line Up

THE EVOLUTION OF GREEN CHEMICALS June 2017
How Green Cleaning Chemicals Have Improved Through The Years

June 2017
Green Seal, EPA’s Safer Choice, Help Improve Trust In Green

June 2017
Overcoming Skepticism Of Eco-friendly Cleaning Products

UPON CLOSER INSPECTION June 2017
Inspection Programs That Focus On Cleanliness

UPON CLOSER INSPECTION June 2017
Defining Cleaning Standards

UPON CLOSER INSPECTION June 2017
Protocol For Cleaning Facilities

FLOOR CARE JOINS THE DATA AGE June 2017
The Benefits Of IoT On Floor Equipment
How Internet of Things–enabled floor machines solve a major problem for one BSC

June 2017
Making Sense Of Floor Machine Usage Data

June 2017
Janitor Training, Data Security And IoT ROI

COMBATING THE COMMON COLD June 2017
Advice For Fighting infections

COMBATING THE COMMON COLD June 2017
Preventing The Spread Of Rhinovirus

COMBATING THE COMMON COLD June 2017
Hand Hygiene Rules For Controlling Infections

COMBATING THE COMMON COLD June 2017
Cleaning Tips For Cold And Flu Season

WINDING ROAD June 2017
Matt Vonachen Finds A Home At Family’s Contract Cleaning Firm

June 2017
An Early Career In Jan/san Distribution

June 2017
Vonachen Services Is Born

June 2017
Learning To Love The Commercial Cleaning Industry

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK June 2017
Schools Still Tough Market For Contract Cleaners
The education market has been BSCs’ largest target for growth, but there has been minimal market gain

SUSTAINABILITY BY ANOTHER NAME June 2017
Common Sense Practices That Drive Sustainable Initiatives

CLEARING THE AIR June 2017
Top Misconceptions Of Hand Dryers

CLEARING THE AIR June 2017
How To Choose Hand Dryers

CLEARING THE AIR June 2017
What To Consider Before Purchasing Hand Dryers

CLEARING THE AIR June 2017
Expectations Of Hand Dryers Today And In The Future

6/8/2017
Vacuuming: The First Line of Defense For Carpet

LAUNDRY BUSINESS GROWS THANKS TO REMOTE ACCESS TO DATA May 2017
Case Study: Laundry Business Turns To Chemical Dispensing System

EFFECTIVE DISINFECTION TECHNIQUES May 2017
Products That Effectively Target Pathogens

DECODING THE BATTERY MARKET May 2017
What To Know About Sealed Lead Acid Batteries

May 2017
Defining VRLA Batteries, AGM Batteries And TPPL Batteries

May 2017
New Charger Necessary When Switching From Flooded Batteries

A MATCH MADE IN JAN/SAN May 2017
Freetime: Children Of Jan/san Industry Leaders Stahurski And Senour Tie The Knot
Marty Senour and Sarah Stahurski met in September 2011 at an industry open house

THE BIG PROBLEM WITH LITTLE FIBERS May 2017
Is Microfiber Contributing To Sustainable Hazards?

ADJUSTING TO JAN/SAN’S FUTURE May 2017
Buying Groups Assist Distributors In Changing Market

May 2017
Jan/san Distributors Face New Challenges

May 2017
The Future Of Commercial Janitorial Supplies

May 2017
Today’s Buying Groups Offer More Than Discounts On Cleaning Supplies

CASE STUDY May 2017
Ultrasonic Deterrent Combats Pigeon Infestation

ARE YOU READY FOR A PRIVATE BRAND? May 2017
Can Your Business Handle A Private Brand?

May 2017
Secure Vendor Help Before Private Labeling

May 2017
The Advantages Of Selling Private Label Products

BEYOND RECYCLING: FROM FOOD WASTE TO COMPOST May 2017
The Benefits Of Composting

BEYOND RECYCLING: FROM FOOD WASTE TO COMPOST May 2017
Launching A Composting Program

BEYOND RECYCLING: FROM FOOD WASTE TO COMPOST May 2017
Hosting A Trash Sort

HEALTHCARE’S BIGGEST ODOR OFFENDERS May 2017
Controlling Healthcare Odors

HEALTHCARE’S BIGGEST ODOR OFFENDERS May 2017
Healthcare Odor Hot Spots

HEALTHCARE’S BIGGEST ODOR OFFENDERS May 2017
Cleaning Combats Odors

THE BEST 40 PRODUCTS AS SELECTED BY SM READERS May 2017
Jan/san Suppliers Pick Top Products For Distributor Choice Awards
Sanitary Maintenance is proud to present the winners of its fourth annual Distributor Choice Award

PRIOR TO PURCHASING May 2017
What To Consider Before Purchasing Floor Pads And Brushes

PRIOR TO PURCHASING May 2017
Biggest Mistakes With Floor Pads And Brushes

PRIOR TO PURCHASING May 2017
What Differentiates Floor Pads And Brushes

PRIOR TO PURCHASING May 2017
Controlling Spending With Floor Pads And Brushes

FROM THE EDITOR May 2017
Distributor Choice Awards Receives Nearly 350 Nominations
If there’s one thing people in the jan/san industry get excited about, it’s product awards

PUTTING DISINFECTION IN THE HOT SEAT May 2017
Ensuring The Efficacy Of Disinfectants

PUTTING DISINFECTION IN THE HOT SEAT May 2017
Selecting And Using Disinfectants

PUTTING DISINFECTION IN THE HOT SEAT May 2017
Creating An Infection Control Risk Assessment

CLEANING FOR COMFORT May 2017
Overcoming Common IAQ Complaints

CLEANING FOR COMFORT May 2017
Controlling Allergens That Lurk Within Facilities

CREATING A SUPERIOR SERVICE CULTURE April 2017
Book Club: How BSCs Can Develop A Customer Service Culture
AffinEco's Paul Senecal reviews '212 Degree Service'

THE DEMAND FOR DISINFECTING May 2017
High Demand For Disinfectants

5/5/2017
Green Cleaning Award Winners Named

UTILIZING ATTENDANCE SOFTWARE TO AVOID OVERTIME April 2017
Case Study: Employee Time Tracking Software Helps BSC Service Baseball Park
BSC manages 50 employees at the Braves stadium with use of attendance software

5/4/2017
Tips To Choosing The Best Green Cleaning Products

5/3/2017
Focusing On VOC Claims

BSCS GO DIGITAL IN BERLIN April 2017
WFBSC Congress To Coincide With CMS Berlin

April 2017
European Union’s Oettinger, WikiLeaks’ Domscheit-Berg Highlight Keynotes

April 2017
Only Sanitize, Disinfect High-touch Surfaces

April 2017
Provide Continuous Janitorial Training On Cleaning Chemicals

5/2/2017
Report Focuses On Student Health And Wellness

5/2/2017
List Outlines 50 Cities With Mosquito Problems

TEN TIPS FOR REDUCING INSURANCE COSTS April 2017
Ten Ways To Reduce Insurance Costs For Businesses

April 2017
Lower Premiums Through Workplace Safety, Janitor Training

April 2017
Think Twice Before Filing Business Insurance Claims

4/28/2017
Best Practices for Removing Carpet Stains

April 2017
Defining Cleaning Chemicals
Ensuring that the correct products are used throughout the department

SOAPS REQUIRED TO CHANGE INGREDIENTS April 2017
Deadline Looms For Triclosan Ban In Soaps

April 2017
Distributors Must Phase Out Products With Plastic Microbeads

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT April 2017
Touting Training
Staff training is critical to a successful green cleaning program

April 2017
Commercial Cleaning And Technology Collide

April 2017
Welcome To ‘Smart’ Floor Cleaning Machines

April 2017
Are Robots Taking Over Jobs?

April 2017
CASE STUDY: Living In Luxury Off-Campus
Selecting flooring types that are both fashionable and functional

ARE VELCRO MOPS FINISHED? April 2017
How To Keep Velcro Mops Free From Debris, Bacteria

4/25/2017
Cleaning Contractor Pays Employees To Be Green

4/25/2017
Connecticut Schools Promote Healthy Air Quality

THE VALUE OF AN ORGANIZED JANITOR CART April 2017
Must-Have Tools, Products For Janitorial Carts
A well-stocked, properly set-up cart can increase productivity and reduce complaints

4/24/2017
Using Technology To Manage Water Consumption

4/24/2017
Biological Cleaning Products Are Being Undervalued, Expert Says

4/24/2017
Malish To Exhibit At Pulire Expo In Verona, Italy

THE SCIENCE OF GREEN CLEANING April 2017
Perfecting Cleaning For Health

THE SCIENCE OF GREEN CLEANING April 2017
Improving Cleaning Process And Procedures

THE SCIENCE OF GREEN CLEANING April 2017
Growing A Green Cleaning Program

April 2017
Clean Deeper, Faster With Touchless Restroom Cleaning

April 2017
Touchless Cleaning Improves Employee Satisfaction, Reduces Workplace Injury

TOUCHLESS RESTROOM MACHINES BRING GROWTH April 2017
BSCs Discover Benefits Of A Restroom Cleaning Machine

PRESERVING LAUNDRY STANDARDS April 2017
Proper Laundering Aids In Infection Prevention
The role that laundry facilities play in proper infection prevention strategies

DATA DEALERS April 2017
Evaluating The Jan/san Distributor’s Role Within IoT

April 2017
Sharing IoT Data

April 2017
Building An Internet Of Things Market

FROM THE EDITOR April 2017
Changing Trends For Contract Cleaning Customers
These trends will likely cause a number of changes for end users in the next few years

BEING SMART ABOUT CLEANING EFFICIENCIES April 2017
Technology That Streamlines Restroom Cleaning Programs

BEING SMART ABOUT CLEANING EFFICIENCIES April 2017
Using IoT To Solve Restroom Problems

BEING SMART ABOUT CLEANING EFFICIENCIES April 2017
Managing Restroom Data Improves Efficiencies

BEING SMART ABOUT CLEANING EFFICIENCIES April 2017
Defining IoT And What It Means For Departments

4/13/2017
Study Outlines Time And Motion Of Cordless Upright Vacuums

THE DOS AND DON’TS OF CARPET CARE April 2017
Biggest Carpet Care Mistakes

THE DOS AND DON’TS OF CARPET CARE April 2017
Proper Steps To Clean Carpets

THE DOS AND DON’TS OF CARPET CARE April 2017
Using Matting To Prolong Carpet Life

EDUCATE AND ENGAGE April 2017
School District Bucks Turnover Trends

EDUCATE AND ENGAGE April 2017
Closing The Loop On Training Challenges

EDUCATE AND ENGAGE April 2017
Identifying Emerging Cleaning Leaders

4/6/2017
First Health Systems To Deploy UV Disinfection Technology

4/6/2017
SCA Splits Into Two Separate Companies
One company will be focused on forest products operations and the other on global hygiene, including the current businesses of Personal Care and Tissue.

4/5/2017
High Schoolers Honored for Highlighting Hygiene

4/4/2017
Updated Sustainability How-to Guide Is Now Available

4/4/2017
Green Clean Schools Leadership Institute Registration Open

MUSCLE MAN April 2017
Freetime: Asher Braaten,KB Commercial Products, Competitively Powerlifts

3/30/2017
Winners Of The 2017 Distributor Choice Award Announced
Sanitary Maintenance recognizes best industry products

3/30/2017
Trump Budget May Kill EPA's Chemical, Pesticide Research

FROM THE EDITOR March 2017
Navigate The Global Cleaning Industry With SM’s Buyer’s Guide
Distributors need to be able to connect with suppliers both old and new

February 2017
Case Study: On-Site Generation At PPG Paints Arena
On-site generation helps the arena meet high-performance goals.

THE YEAR AHEAD FOR BSCAI February 2017
Q&A With New BSCAI President Tom Kruse
Kruse shares his vision for the association

February 2017
The Commercial Cleaning Organization Through The Years

FIVE KEYS TO GROWING A BUSINESS February 2017
Book Club: How To Scale Up Your Business
“Scaling Up: How a Few Companies Make It...and Why the Rest Don’t,” by Verne Harnish, is a 360-degree tutorial on how to grow a business

THE CHANGING LAW FOR CHANGING TABLES February 2017
New Baby Changing Table Law Presents Sales Opportunities
A new federal law requiring baby changing stations presents a sales opportunity

February 2017
Improve Employee Productivity, Efficiency Through Engagement

WHEN TO REPAIR OR REPLACE EQUIPMENT February 2017
Knowing The Right Time To Buy New Carpet Equipment
When is it better to repair a machine and when is it more cost-effective to simply replace it?

February 2017
Janitor Training, Machine Maintenance Extend Life Of Equipment

2/27/2017
Teens Create Train-Coach Cleaning System
Invention would help control trash and streamline collection processes.

THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF FLOOR CARE EDUCATION February 2017
Best Practices For Floor Care Training
Jan/san distributors can educate their customers on the do's and don'ts of floor care to achieve optimum results

February 2017
Training For Basic Floor Cleaning Tasks Still Important

February 2017
Janitor Training Should Be Flexible For Different Clients

REDUCING OCCUPANT TOWEL CONSUMPTION February 2017
Tricks To Cut Down On Paper Towel Consumption
Although BSCs are spending their own money on the paper products in a building, they often feel helpless when it comes to limiting how much product is used

February 2017
Reduce Waste With Roll Towel Dispensers

February 2017
Work With Distributors, Customers To Save On Paper Towels

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK February 2017
Attracting Millennials To The Cleaning Industry
It’s no secret that the cleaning industry is aging, so building service contractors have no choice but to tap into Millennials

NOTHING STANDS IN THEIR WAY February 2017
Five Jan/san Distributor Sales Reps Who Broke Through In 2016
The five 2016 Sanitary Maintenance Sales Leaders are willing to do whatever it takes to help their customers

February 2017
2016 Sales Leader: Ross Hiller, Jersey Paper Plus

February 2017
2016 Sales Leader: Wilfred ‘Zip’ Zipperer, Baker Paper Company

February 2017
2016 Sales Leader: Shirley Coleman, Dutch Hollow Supplies

February 2017
2016 Sales Leader: Jack Loughrey, Dalco Enterprises

February 2017
2016 Sales Leader: Lisa Nichols, Industrial Soap Company

MICROMANAGING FLOOR CARE February 2017
ROI Of Small Floor Machines

A HAUNTING IN IOWA February 2017
Freetime: Mike Ossian, Ossian Inc., Produces Indie Horror Films Starring His Wife
Mike Ossian, Director of operations for Ossian, Inc., a Davenport, Iowa-based ice melt manufacturer, wants to make you scream

February 2017
Top 5 Most-read Sanitary Maintenance Articles Of 2016

ACHIEVING MAXIMUM POTENTIAL February 2017
ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2016 Sees Strong Distributor, Exhibitor Turnout
The North America show lived up to its theme of “unleashing the industry’s untamed potential” during this one week when key leaders and decision makers in the commercial cleaning industry come together

February 2017
Show Highlights Include Steve Wozniak, Dennis Miller, Soldier Field Tour

WORTHY OF PRAISE November 2016
Cleaning Contractors Earn Praise From Their Own With CLEAN Awards
The BSCAI CLEAN Awards recognize outstanding achievements in the contract cleaning market

November 2016
Building Service Contractors Honor Service To The Industry

FIVE THOUSAND BIKES FOR CHRISTMAS November 2016
Freetime: Dave Wood, Nilfisk, Helps Launch Free Bikes For Kids
Some call Dave Wood the “bike whisperer”

COACHING THE ‘COACH’ November 2016
The Strategic Sell: Three Areas Of Focus For Sales Management Training
Coaching is the single most important activity that sales managers can do to increase sales

NOT YOUR MOTHER’S HYDROGEN PEROXIDE November 2016
Down And Dirty: Improved Hydrogen Peroxide Explained

KEYS TO SELLING YOUR BUSINESS November 2016
What To Consider Before Selling Your Small Business
Whether BSCs are planning to sell now, or years down the line, they must first take a good, hard look inside their own operations

November 2016
Building Service Contractors Must First Get Their House In Order

November 2016
Are You Emotionally Ready To Sell Your Business?

November 2016
Make Sure Customers Have A Hard Surface Tool

HAI PREVENTION November 2016
How Jan/san Distributors Can Help Combat Healthcare-associated Infections
Distributors play a key role in reducing the 1.7 million HAIs occurring annually

November 2016
Understanding Sanitizers, Cleaners And Disinfectants

November 2016
Train End Users On Infection Control

SUPPLIER SIDEKICKS November 2016
Wholesalers Can Help Fend Off Online Sellers, Big Box Stores
Wholesalers can help distributors take on big-box stores and e-tailers with their diverse lines, warehouse space and fast delivery

November 2016
The Benefit Of Group Purchasing Power

November 2016
Wholesale Distributors Assist With Specialty Products, Private Labels

FINDING THE GREENER LINING November 2016
Creating Sustainable Waste Management Programs
Facilities are beginning to explore sustainable alternatives to traditional trash liners

AVOIDING COMMON CARPET CLEANING MISTAKES November 2016
Top Carpet Cleaning Mistakes For BSCs
There are plenty of things that can go wrong when it comes to carpet cleaning

November 2016
Focus On Low-moisture Carpet Cleaning, Vacuuming

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK November 2016
Are You Ready For Robot Cleaning?

November 2016
The Importance Of Corporate Sustainability From Vendors

SUSTAINABLE TRACTION November 2016
Roundtable: Green Cleaning Product Skepticism
Green products are expected, but sustainability initiatives are gaining momentum at the distributor level

November 2016
Evaluating Environmentally Friendly Product Claims

November 2016
Selling And Promoting Green Cleaning Supplies

FROM THE EDITOR November 2016
Will The Internet Of Things Leave Jan/San Distributors Behind?
Distributors are in a tough position with Internet of Things technology

October 2016
How To Find Sales Professionals - Member Content

MAT MANUFACTURERS WEIGH IN November 2016
Choosing The Right Backing For Matting
Answers to some of the biggest questions surrounding matting options

MAKING HISTORY COME ALIVE October 2016
Freetime: Steven Perkins, Black River Paper Company, Becomes French And Indian War Re-enactor

SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT October 2016
Maintenance Myths For Polished Concrete Floors

October 2016
Polished Concrete: Low-maintenance Floors, Not No-maintenance

October 2016
Janitor Training Is Key For Polished Concrete Care

NOROVIRUS IS A THREAT TO SCHOOLS October 2016
How To Prevent A Norovirus Infection

October 2016
Stop The Spread Of Norovirus With Proper Hand Washing

October 2016
Disinfect High-touch Areas, Measure With ATP Meter

TAKING THE VERTICAL APPROACH October 2016
The Strategic Sell: Understanding Vertical Markets In Jan/san

SLOW SALES? IT’S THE LEADER’S FAULT September 2016
Book Club: Sales Results Follow The Sales Manager

SOFTWARE HELPS BSC ACHIEVE SUSTAINABLE SUCCESS September 2016
Case Study: Growing BSCs Depend On Employee Management Software

THE ADVANTAGES OF LINEN-LIKE NAPKINS OVER LINEN October 2016
Linen-like Napkins Offer Cost Savings, Branding Opportunities

October 2016
A Compromise Between Linen Napkins And Paper Napkins

October 2016
Target Customers Looking For High-end Napkins With A Lower Cost

FROM THE EDITOR October 2016
Seeking Sales Leaders

CARTS CAN BE CUSTOMIZED TO MEET SPECIFIC NEEDS September 2016
Newest Janitorial Carts Offer Many Features

September 2016
Ergonomic Carts Prove Popular With Contract Cleaners

September 2016
Customers Want Quiet, Inconspicuous Cleaning Carts

GIVING GYM FLOORS A SPORTING CHANCE September 2016
Gym Floor Protection Starts Outside The Gym

DO YOU CARRY THESE AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTS? September 2016
Top Commercial Cleaning Products Win Distributor Choice Awards

IT’S EASY TO ADD WINDOW CLEANING September 2016
Down And Dirty: Diversify Services With Professional Window Cleaning

ENGINEERED WATER BRINGS SIMPLICITY, COST SAVINGS September 2016
The Benefits Of Cleaning With Electrolyzed Water

September 2016
Sanitize And Disinfect With Engineered Water

September 2016
On-site Generation Saves Time, Money

GOLF WITH A PURPOSE September 2016
Freetime: David Sikes, Sikes Paper Company, Volunteers At Golf’s Tour Championship

WOMEN IN THE INDUSTRY September 2016
The Five Top Challenges Facing Female Entrepreneurs

September 2016
Finding Women Mentors Proves Difficult For Aspiring BSCs

September 2016
Balancing Life And Work As A Woman Business Owner

TEACHING A CAT TO FETCH September 2016
The Strategic Sell: Focus Training On Motivated Workers

JOINING AMAZON? September 2016
Deciding Whether To Create An Amazon Web Store

September 2016
The Debate About Amazon In The B2B Marketplace

September 2016
Affects Of The Amazon Business Model

ODOR SOLUTIONS IN A JAR September 2016
Odor-Absorbing Gel-bead Jars Gain Popularity

September 2016
Jars Offer Advantages Over Some Odor Removal Products

September 2016
Removing Source Still Necessary With Odor Control Jars

September 2016
The Newest Professional Cleaning Products Are On Display

September 2016
Four-Day Seminar Schedule At Annual Convention

CONTROLLING CANNABIS September 2016
Controlling Odors From Marijuana Use
Hotels explore ways to combat odor control issues as pot tourism gains momentum

ACHIEVE EVEN GREATER POTENTIAL September 2016
Chicago Is Set To Draw Building Service Contractors For ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2016

September 2016
Star-studded Speaker Lineup Features Dennis Miller, Steve Wozniak

September 2016
BSCs Can Network At Poker Tournament, Soldier Field Tour

September 2016
Seminar Schedule Features Topics For Contract Cleaners

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK September 2016
Your Jan/san Distributor Should Be A Resource

FLOOR CARE FOR ALL SEASONS September 2016
Mats Protect Floors Throughout The Year
Changing weather means continuous challenges. Programs that protect floors year-round

FLOOR CARE FOR ALL SEASONS September 2016
Protecting Floors From Snow, Ice And Sand

FLOOR CARE FOR ALL SEASONS September 2016
Cleaning Procedures That Protecting Floors

OPENING THE DOOR TO CLEANING EFFICIENCIES September 2016
Restroom Cleaning That Saves Time And Money
Streamlining cleaning processes in restrooms can save departments time and money

OPENING THE DOOR TO CLEANING EFFICIENCIES September 2016
Streamlining Restroom Cleaning Processes

OPENING THE DOOR TO CLEANING EFFICIENCIES September 2016
Cleaning Tools With Productivity Gains

DIGITALLY REMASTERED September 2016
Convincing Older Reps To Embrace Today’s Sales Technology

September 2016
Providing Technology Training For A Sales Team

BEST PRACTICES FOR SUSTAINABLE SALT USE September 2016
Purchasing, Storing Salt In Preparation For Winter
Tips to purchasing inventory, storage and application for winter management operations

BEST PRACTICES FOR SUSTAINABLE SALT USE September 2016
Tips To Applying Ice Melt

BEST PRACTICES FOR SUSTAINABLE SALT USE September 2016
Documenting Ice Melt Applications

THE GREEN DEFENDER September 2016
How Charles Moody Came To Believe In Green Cleaning Products

September 2016
Solutex Embraces EPA’s Safer Choice Program

September 2016
Living Green Outside Of Jan/san

FROM THE EDITOR September 2016
Competing Against AmazonBusiness In B2B Ecommerce

PLANNING AHEAD September 2016
Preparing For The Next Generation Of Cleaning Professionals
What it’s going to take to attract younger workers to the cleaning industry

TEACHING GREEN September 2016
School Launches Cleaning For Health Program
Steps that Clarke County School District took to improve the health of their students and staff

TEACHING GREEN September 2016
Healthy Schools: Getting Buy-In From Staff

LEARN YOUR CUSTOMERS’ EXPECTATIONS August 2016
Survey: What Facility Executives Want From Contract Cleaners — Member Content

SEND AND MONITOR CUSTOMER PROPOSALS ELECTRONICALLY August 2016
Proposal Software Opens Up Possibilities For BSCs

August 2016
BSCs Receive Data On Proposal Tracking, Clicks

August 2016
Business Proposal Software Allows For Sales Videos, Integration

CEOS NEED A GREAT SECOND IN COMMAND August 2016
Book Club: Redefining Executive Job Descriptions

DESIGNING FOR INFECTION CONTROL September 2016
Healthcare Designs That Aid In Infection Prevention

DESIGNING FOR INFECTION CONTROL September 2016
Surfaces That Help An Infection Control Program

DESIGNING FOR INFECTION CONTROL September 2016
Considering Cleaning Processes When Designing Facilities

JANITORS NEED ERGONOMICS, NOT INJURIES August 2016
Prevent Workplace Injury With Proper Mopping Technique, Tools

August 2016
Microfiber And Ergonomic Mops Can Reduce Strain

August 2016
Distributors Can Provide Janitor Training For Mops

August 2016
Selling IoT May Require Investment, Sales Rep Training

August 2016
Data Rights And Other Tech-related Challenges

THE MARSDEN METHOD August 2016
Marsden Holding Sees National Growth

August 2016
Unique Acquisition Strategy Pays Off For Contract Cleaner

August 2016
Remembering Customer, Employee Concerns When Buying Businesses

FROM THE EDITOR August 2016
Cleaning Industry Embraces Internet Of Things

PLENTY OF POTENTIAL AT ISSA/INTERCLEAN August 2016
ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2016 Heads To Chicago

August 2016
Steve Wozniak, Dennis Miller Headline Keynotes

August 2016
Networking Includes Soldier Field Tour, Poker Tournament

HOW TO ATTRACT AND KEEP MILLENNIALS August 2016
The Strategic Sell: What To Expect When Hiring Millennials

August 2016
Consider Hidden Costs Of Cheap Ice Melt Products

August 2016
Don’t Get Caught No Ice Melt For Sale

CASE STUDY: AWARD-WINNING CLEANING SERVICE TRUSTS BACKPACK VACUUMS August 2016
Cleaning Service Employees Prefer Backpack Vacuum Cleaners

THE HIDDEN COSTS BEHIND CONTROLLING SOAP USAGE August 2016
Determining Soap Quantities For Proper Handwashing

THE HIDDEN COSTS BEHIND CONTROLLING SOAP USAGE August 2016
Promoting Proper Handwashing Techniques

THE HIDDEN COSTS BEHIND CONTROLLING SOAP USAGE August 2016
Cost To Controlling Soap Quantities
Downsizing soap dispenser shots might save stock, but it could compromise handwashing practices

BENEFITING FROM GREEN CLEANING August 2016
UW-Madison Finds Success Cleaning With Ozone
How making one small change has impacted the cleaning program at University of Wisconsin–Madison

DOWN AND DIRTY: SPEED UP RESTROOM CLEANING August 2016
Clean Faster In The Restroom

PRIORITIZE PEST CONTROL August 2016
Integrated Pest Management Tips That Work
Understanding frequent offenders and how to keep them out of facilities

PRIORITIZE PEST CONTROL August 2016
Common Pests And How They Get Into Facilities
What To Look Out For

PRIORITIZE PEST CONTROL August 2016
Pest Risks Based On Facility Type

August 2016
How Much Do Workplace Illnesses Cost Facilities?

August 2016
The Importance Of Cleaning For Health

MINDFUL OF MAINTENANCE August 2016
Maintenance That Extends The Life Of Equipment
Proper upkeep of carpet equipment can extend the life of machines

MINDFUL OF MAINTENANCE August 2016
Routine Extractor Maintenance Protects Equipment

MINDFUL OF MAINTENANCE August 2016
Handling Big Problems With Carpet Equipment

SURFING THE NEW JERSEY SHORE August 2016
Freetime: Riding The Waves With Sean Wolfson of South Jersey Paper Products

EFFECTIVE INFECTION PREVENTION August 2016
Technology That Prevents Hospital Acquired Infections

CURTAIN CALL August 2016
Cleaning And Disinfecting Soft Surfaces

August 2016
Using Chemicals For Furniture Cleaning In Healthcare

August 2016
UV Light Disinfection And Other Alternative Methods

PLANNING FOR CHANGE August 2016
How IoT Is Changing The Cleaning Industry

THE KING OF CORNHOLE June 2016
Freetime: Matt Guy, Stigler Supply Company, Is The King Of Cornhole

UNDER PRESSURE June 2016
New Dilution Control Systems Can Control Variable Water Pressure

June 2016
Water Pressure Affects Chemical Dilution Accuracy

ASSESS FOR SUCCESS June 2016
The Strategic Sell: Hiring Sales Reps Who Excel

LEAD BY LISTENING June 2016
Book Club: Improve Leadership Skills By Asking Questions

ROUNDTABLE: THE TRUE BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP June 2016
A Closer Look At Buying Groups

June 2016
Jan/san Distributors See Advantages Of Working Together

June 2016
Surprising Benefits Of Buying Group Membership

NEW FLOOR PADS ADD TO THE PLETHORA OF OPTIONS June 2016
Choosing The Correct Floor Pad

June 2016
Melamine Foam Pads, Microfiber And Other Alternative Pads

June 2016
Don’t Forget About Floor Brushes

TEN BATTERY MAINTENANCE TIPS June 2016
Extend Battery Life Of Machines

June 2016
Keys To Better Battery Maintenance

‘PIONEERING’ GREEN June 2016
Building A LEED-compliant, Green Seal-certified Program

June 2016
How To Earn GS-42 Certification

June 2016
Why Janitors Support Sustainability Programs

DOWN AND DIRTY: SCHOOL SECURITY IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE June 2016
Consider Employee Background Screening When Staffing Schools

SMART RESTROOMS IMPROVE CLEANING EFFICIENCY June 2016
Internet Of Things Devices In The Restroom

June 2016
Connected Restroom Dispensers Save Time

June 2016
Improve Efficiencies By Analyzing Data From Restrooms

KNOWING THE DIFFERENCE June 2016
Differences Between Cleaners, Disinfectants And Sanitizers

KNOWING THE DIFFERENCE June 2016
Choosing The Right Chemical For The Job

KNOWING THE DIFFERENCE June 2016
Training On Proper Chemical Use

ROUNDTABLE: ANSWERS TO THE STAFF SHORTAGES June 2016
Staff Retention In Today’s Labor Market

June 2016
The Best And Worst Retention Strategies

June 2016
Finding Workers And The Role Of Minimum Wage Increases

BACK FROM ISSA/INTERCLEAN AMSTERDAM June 2016
Robotic Cleaning Takes Center Stage At Industry’s Largest Trade Show

June 2016
Internet Of Things Products Capture Attention

June 2016
Future Cleaning Industry Trends Include Improving Productivity

June 2016
ISSA/INTERCLEAN Innovation Award Winners

THERE’S A CART FOR THAT June 2016
Customizing A Cleaning Cart

THERE’S A CART FOR THAT June 2016
Maximizing Space On Custodial Carts

THERE’S A CART FOR THAT June 2016
Cleaning Carts That Are Attractive And Functional

THERE’S A CART FOR THAT June 2016
Transitioning To New Carts

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK June 2016
What Do Cleaning Robots, Internet of Things Mean For The BSCs?

LEADING A MOVEMENT June 2016
Implementing A Green Cleaning Program

LEADING A MOVEMENT June 2016
Promoting Healthy Cleaning Practices

FROM THE EDITOR June 2016
Sanitary Maintenance Reports From ISSA/INTERCLEAN Amsterdam

NOT HIS FIRST RODEO May 2016
Freetime: Ray Quinn, Carpenter Paper Company, Excels In Second Career As Rodeo Announcer

BRANDING A BUSINESS May 2016
Going From Selling Private Labels To Creating A Private Brand

START BY SELLING JUST A FEW PRIVATE LABEL PRODUCTS May 2016
Start By Selling Just A Few Private Label Products

May 2016
Rely On Manufacturers When Private Branding

May 2016
Consider The Name When Private Labeling

IMPROVING PROFESSIONALISM AMONG SALES REPS May 2016
The Strategic Sell: What It Takes To Be A True Sales Professional

HOST YOUR OWN TRADE SHOW May 2016
Jan/san Distributors Can Benefit From Hosting Events

May 2016
Planning And Marketing Trade Shows

May 2016
Are Distributor Trade Shows Worth The Effort?

HELP FOR HOTELS May 2016
Amenities Dispensers Make Hospitality Market More Appealing To Distributors

May 2016
Customer Benefits To Wall-mounted Shampoo Dispensers, Soap Dispensers

May 2016
Marketing Hotel Soap Dispensers, Shampoo Dispensers To Customers

GREEN CLEANING INITIATIVES FOR HEALTHIER SCHOOLS May 2016
Promoting Student Health And Sustainable Cleaning

GREEN CLEANING INITIATIVES FOR HEALTHIER SCHOOLS May 2016
Measuring Green Cleaning Milestones

ENGAGING AND ENCOURAGING STAFF May 2016
Leadership Techniques That Encourage Cleaning Workers

ENGAGING AND ENCOURAGING STAFF May 2016
Encouraging And Motiving Staff

WATCH YOUR STEP May 2016
Identifying Slip, Trip And Fall Hazards

WATCH YOUR STEP May 2016
Tips And Benefits Of Improving Floor Safety

THE POWER OF PICKING May 2016
How Technology Is Changing Warehouse Picking

May 2016
Scanner Guns, Voice Picking, Pick-to-light

May 2016
When To Upgrade Warehouse Technology

May 2016
Barcode Scanners Improve Warehouse Employee On-boarding

INDUSTRY’S BEST May 2016
Distributors Select The Year’s Top Janitorial Products

CLOSING THE DOOR ON ODORS May 2016
Controlling Restroom Odors From Inside The Stall

CLOSING THE DOOR ON ODORS May 2016
Tackling Odor Issues In Women’s Restrooms

CLOSING THE DOOR ON ODORS May 2016
Odor Control Techniques For Men’s Restrooms

SHEDDING LIGHT ON UV TECHNOLOGY May 2016
Benefits Of Disinfecting With UV Technology

SHEDDING LIGHT ON UV TECHNOLOGY May 2016
Augmenting Cleaning With Disinfecting Technology

SHEDDING LIGHT ON UV TECHNOLOGY May 2016
Training And Compliance Of Disinfection Equipment

FROM THE EDITOR May 2016
Distributor Choice Awards Reveal Jan/san Industry Trends

COMMERCIAL VACUUMS WORTH THE HIGHER PRICE POINT April 2016
Comparing Consumer And Commercial Vacuums

April 2016
Commercial Vacuums Are Easier To Fix, Have Lower Repair Costs

FLOOR PAD DO’S AND DON’TS May 2016
Maintenance Tips That Extend The Life Of Floor Pads

FLOOR PAD DO’S AND DON’TS May 2016
Recommendations For Maintaining Gym Floors

FLOOR PAD DO’S AND DON’TS May 2016
Tips To Keeping Polished Concrete Looking Like New

FLOOR PAD DO’S AND DON’TS May 2016
The Future Of Floor Pads

FLOOR PAD DO’S AND DON’TS May 2016
Comparing Floor Pads And Brushes

2016 REPORT ON THE BSC MARKET April 2016
Building Service Contractors Maintains Optimism In Market - Member Content

HIRE BETTER SALES REPS IN SIX STEPS April 2016
Secrets To Recruiting, Interviewing, Hiring Salespeople

DOWNSIZING HAND SANITIZER DISPENSERS April 2016
Fill A Need With Small Hand Sanitizer Dispensers

April 2016
New Dispenser Design Fits More Places Than Traditional Wall-mounted Hand Sanitizer

GETTING A KICK OUT OF COACHING April 2016
Freetime: Joney Wong, Golden Star, Inc., Serves As Taekwondo Instructor

FATIGUE IN THE WORKPLACE May 2016
The Signs Of An Exhausted Staff

FATIGUE IN THE WORKPLACE May 2016
Preventing Worker Fatigue

SMALL MACHINES, BIG ADVANTAGES April 2016
Micro Autoscrubbers Provide Alternative For Small Spaces

April 2016
Micro Scrubbers Are Easier To Use, But Offer Fewer Features

April 2016
Small Floor Scrubbers Provide Opportunities For Distributors

FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK April 2016
Meet The Contracting Profits Advisory Board

A HEATED DEBATE ON HAND DRYERS April 2016
Determining The Value Of Heat In Commercial Hand Dryers

April 2016
Warm-air Hand Dryers Still Have Benefits

April 2016
Jet-air Hand Dryers Now Dominate The Marketplace

WHERE ARE YOUR SALES HEADED? April 2016
Cleaning Industry Continues Its March Toward Online Purchasing

April 2016
B2B E-commerce Is No Longer Optional For Jan/san Distributors

April 2016
Up Next For Distributors: M-Commerce

FROM THE EDITOR April 2016
Final Globally Harmonized System Deadline Is Near

CASE STUDY: HIGH-PERFORMANCE GREEN CLEANING WITH ENGINEERED WATER April 2016
PathoSans Delivers Engineered Water To Park City, Utah

April 2016
From Small Cleaning Business Owner To Entrepreneur

April 2016
Growing A Business With An Eye To The Future

DEPARTMENT TAKES CHARGE AND MAINTAINS QUALITY April 2016
Protecting Microfiber Through Proper Laundering

DEPARTMENT TAKES CHARGE AND MAINTAINS QUALITY April 2016
Proven Results For Protecting Microfiber

BUILDING A GREEN TEAM April 2016
Tips For Managers Launching Green Cleaning Programs

BUILDING A GREEN TEAM April 2016
The Players Needed For A Winning Green Cleaning Team

April 2016
Plan Your Trip To The East Coast’s Largest Trade Show For Cleaning Professionals

April 2016
NJSSA Sets Up At Harrah’s Waterfront Conference Center And Harbor Pines Golf Club

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF A TOUCH-FREE RESTROOM April 2016
Examining The Life Cycle Of Restroom Fixtures

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF A TOUCH-FREE RESTROOM April 2016
When To Convert To Touch-Free Restrooms

GUIDELINES TO DRYING CARPETS April 2016
Recommendations For Cleaning And Drying Carpets

GUIDELINES TO DRYING CARPETS April 2016
Beyond Routine Cleaning: Caring For Over-Saturated Carpets

EARN AND LEARN April 2016
Identifying The Need For Improved Custodial Training

EARN AND LEARN April 2016
Groundwork To Launching A Custodial Training Program

EARN AND LEARN April 2016
Details Of A Custodial Apprenticeship Program

BREAKING THE CLEANING STEREOTYPE April 2016
Improving Public Perception Of The Cleaning Industry

CONNECTED CLEANING February 2016
New Technology Delivers Cleaning Industry Statistics To BSCs

February 2016
Contract Cleaning Meets Internet Of Things

February 2016
Pulling Data From Restroom Dispensers, Floor Machines And More

February 2016
Accumulating And Analyzing Data From Commercial Cleaning

A WORKPLACE OF ART February 2016
Freetime: Warren Weisberg, Consolidated Chemical Works, Share The Art Of Cleaning

WORLD-CLASS FACILITY REQUIRES UPSCALE, HYGIENIC RESTROOM EXPERIENCE February 2016
The Key To Restroom Cleaning At The Louvre

DOWN AND DIRTY: THE ADVANTAGES OF PREPORTIONED CHEMICAL PACKETS February 2016
Taking A Closer Look At Preportioned Chemicals For Dilution Control

BECOME AN ADA EXPERT February 2016
ADA Regulations Offer Chance For Distributors To Provide Value

February 2016
Learn ADA Standards For Dispensers, Hand Dryers

FIRST AID KITS HAVE NEW REQUIREMENTS February 2016
Know The New First Aid Kit Standards

February 2016
High-risk Work Environments Have Unique First Aid Kit Requirements

February 2016
Monitor First Aid Equipment Levels, Expiration Dates, Labels

HIRING ROBOTS TO CLEAN February 2016
Robotic Cleaners Give BSCs A Leg Up

February 2016
The Advantages of Robotic Cleaning

February 2016
Managing Fears, Expectations, Costs Of Cleaning Robots

QUIET PLEASE February 2016
Benefits Of Quiet Equipment

QUIET PLEASE February 2016
Controlling The Noise That Comes From Cleaning

QUIET PLEASE February 2016
Equipment Maintenance That Controls Cleaning Noise

QUIET PLEASE February 2016
Scheduling Cleaning Can Reduce Impact On Building Occupants

BREAKING BAD HABITS February 2016
Management Tips To Get Departments Out Of A Rut

2/22/2016
Acme Paper And Supply Co. Founder Passes

A SCORCHING SUCCESS February 2016
Jay Leno, Kevin O'Leary Highlight Sold-out ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2015

SIGNS OF HEALTHY HANDS February 2016
The Cost Of Poor Hand Hygiene

SIGNS OF HEALTHY HANDS February 2016
Proper Hand Washing Techniques

SIGNS OF HEALTHY HANDS February 2016
Products That Improve Hand Washing Compliance

SIGNS OF HEALTHY HANDS February 2016
Help With Hand Washing

STRAPPING ON SAVINGS February 2016
Tackling Vertical Surfaces With Backpack Vacuums

STRAPPING ON SAVINGS February 2016
Benefits Of Vacuum Filters

STRAPPING ON SAVINGS February 2016
Maintaining Mobility With Backpack Vacuums

STRAPPING ON SAVINGS February 2016
Properly Fitting A Backpack Vacuum

SALES LEADERS February 2016
Sanitary Maintenance Honors Five Sales Leaders That Hit The Mark In 2015

February 2016
2015 Sales Leader: Bradley Payne, Kenway Distributors Inc.

February 2016
2015 Sales Leader: Curt Rimann, WAXIE Sanitary Supply

February 2016
2015 Sales Leader: Rick Storjohann, Capital Sanitary

February 2016
2015 Sales Leader: Mike Clothier, Philip Rosenau Co. Inc.

February 2016
2015 Sales Leader: Ryan Schultz, C&C Janitorial Supplies

February 2016
Five Reasons U.S. Distributors Should Attend ISSA/INTERCLEAN Amsterdam

CLEANING COMPLAINTS YOU JUST CAN’T BELIEVE February 2016
Survey Reveals Top Cleaning Complaints

THE CLEANING INTERNET OF THINGS February 2016
Technology That Improves Efficiencies And Streamlines Processes

THE CLEANING INTERNET OF THINGS February 2016
Cleaning Industry Embraces Technology

THE CLEANING INTERNET OF THINGS February 2016
Advantages To Collecting Departmental Data

THE CLEANING INTERNET OF THINGS February 2016
Using Data To Improve Cleaning Efficiencies

GROWING PAINS November 2015
How A Growing Contract Cleaner Can Maintain A Personal Touch

EDUCATE CUSTOMERS ON THE RIGHT TOWEL AND TISSUE PRODUCTS November 2015
Show Expertise By Recommending Towel And Tissue Solutions

November 2015
Green Restroom Products Can Save Money, Environment

SKI BUM WITH A CAUSE November 2015
Freetime: Ed Meltzer, Basic Marketing Services, teaches mono skiing

BOOK CLUB: PROVIDING WIDESPREAD, CONSISTENT SERVICE November 2015
Learn The Franchise Model From 'The E Myth Revisited'

THE LONG AND SHORT OF TOWELS AND TISSUES November 2015
Distributors Can Extend Savings With Longer Roll Towels And Tissues

November 2015
Go Green With Alternative Fibers, Recycled Paper Towels

November 2015
Towel Dispensers Can Adapt To Coreless Tissue, Longer Rolls

WAGE LEGISLATION AND ITS IMPACT ON CONTRACT CLEANING November 2015
What Overtime, Minimum Wage Changes Mean For Contract Cleaners

November 2015
New Overtime Protection Affects BSC Managers

DISTRIBUTOR SALES 2014 November 2015
Janitorial Supply Distributor Sales Top $24 Billion in 2014 - Member Content

STEADY AS SHE GOES November 2015
Janitorial Sales Continue Slow Climb Despite Market Competition

November 2015
A Focus On Growing Markets, Stable Janitorial Products

November 2015
What Lies Ahead For Janitorial Distributors

ADVANCEMENTS IN GREEN PAPER November 2015
Trend Toward Recycling Paper Is Growing

ADVANCEMENTS IN GREEN PAPER November 2015
Alternative Paper Fibers And Facilities That Embrace Them

ADVANCEMENTS IN GREEN PAPER November 2015
Future Trends Of Recycled Paper Towels

REPLACING THE 10-MINUTE DWELL TIME November 2015
The New Standard In Dwell Times

November 2015
New Disinfectants Boast Faster Kill Claims For C. diff Spores, Rotavirus, Norovirus

November 2015
Should Cleaners Spray Disinfectants Onto Surfaces?

DIGGING INTO FLOOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASING TRENDS November 2015
How To Choose Floor Care Equipment And Understanding Polished Concrete

November 2015
Pros And Cons Of Multipurpose Floor Equipment

November 2015
Caring For Floors With Sustainable Equipment

CARPETS ARE ONLY THE BEGINNING November 2015
Vacuuming Hard Floors, Vertical Surfaces Works

November 2015
Improve IAQ, Productivity By Using A Vacuum On Hard Floors

BUILDING A STRONG NETWORK November 2015
Advance Your Career With Networking And Professional Development

BUILDING A STRONG NETWORK November 2015
Education Available Through ISSA

BUILDING A STRONG NETWORK November 2015
Networking Opportunities At IEHA

BUILDING A STRONG NETWORK November 2015
APPA Helps Managers Set Goals

BUILDING A STRONG NETWORK November 2015
AHE Provides Networking And Education Options

STUDYING GREEN November 2015
Five Challenges To Green Cleaning In Schools

November 2015
Sanitary Supply Distributors Can Educate Schools On Sustainability

November 2015
Implementing And Improving Green Cleaning Programs For Schools

THE STRATEGIC SELL: TRAINING IS A NECESSITY October 2015
Providing The Janitorial Industry With Professional Development Opportunities

FROM SALES EXEC TO FRENCH KNIGHT October 2015
Freetime: Edwin Parker, S. Freedman & Sons, Receives French Legion of Honor

WORKING WITH WATER November 2015
Fitting Engineered Water Into Cleaning Programs

WORKING WITH WATER November 2015
Cleaning With “Water” And Technologies Available

WORKING WITH WATER November 2015
How Aqueous Ozone Technology Fits Into Cleaning

WORKING WITH WATER November 2015
What To Be Aware Of When Cleaning With Water

ARE YOU READY FOR A CRISIS? November 2015
How Facility Managers Can Plan For A Disaster

ARE YOU READY FOR A CRISIS? November 2015
Ten Tips For Developing An Emergency Plan

ARE YOU READY FOR A CRISIS? November 2015
Developing An Emergency Evacuation Plan

EFFECTIVE E-MARKETING October 2015
Distributors Can Improve E-commerce Sales With Relevant Emails

October 2015
Maintain A Personal Touch With Targeted Email Marketing

October 2015
Email Marketing Programs Shouldn't Overwhelm Inboxes

FLOOR PADS ARE GOING GREEN October 2015
Floor Pads Join The Ranks Of Environmentally Friendly Cleaning Products

October 2015
Green Floor Pads: From Recycled Plastic Bottles To Hog Hair

October 2015
Are Natural Fiber Floor Pads Biodegradable Cleaning Products?

CUSTOMIZED COMMERCE October 2015
Jan/san Distributors Turn To Wholesalers For Unique Catalogs

October 2015
Janitorial Supply Wholesalers Can Serve As Marketing Arm

SIMPLIFYING RESTROOM CLEANING PROGRAMS October 2015
Improve Restroom Cleaning Processes

SIMPLIFYING RESTROOM CLEANING PROGRAMS October 2015
Tools That Simplify Restroom Cleaning

SIMPLIFYING RESTROOM CLEANING PROGRAMS October 2015
Barriers To Improving Restroom Cleaning

BOOK CLUB: BELIEVE IN LEADERSHIP September 2015
Dr. Albert Mohler Tells BSCs To Share Their Convictions

SCALING SUMMITS September 2015
Freetime: Matt Wood, ProTeam, Inc., Trades In Backpack Vac For Hicking Pack

TIME IS MONEY October 2015
Refine Floor Programs With Less Stripping

TIME IS MONEY October 2015
Techniques To Protect Floor Finish

TIME IS MONEY October 2015
How To Extend Floor Stripping Programs

DOWN AND DIRTY: BUY DIRECT OR THROUGH DISTRIBUTION? September 2015
Deciding When BSCs Should Buy From Janitorial Supply Distributors

ODOR CONTROL PROGRAMS DEPEND ON THE RESTROOM September 2015
Odor Removal Is Not One-Solution-Fits-All

September 2015
Consider Restroom Size, Traffic When Choosing Odor Remover

September 2015
Odor Control Comes In Many Scents

September 2015
Custom Vs. Stock Floor Mats

PROTECT YOUR HOSPITAL FROM GOVERNMENT ‘FINES’ October 2015
Preventing Hospital Acquired Infections And Readmissions Fines

PROTECT YOUR HOSPITAL FROM GOVERNMENT ‘FINES’ October 2015
Products That Protect Against HAIs

QUAT BINDING IS A SERIOUS THREAT IN FOODSERVICE FACILITIES September 2015
Binding Reduces Quaternary Ammonium Chloride Effectiveness

September 2015
Quat Binding A Bigger Issue In Foodservice Industry

September 2015
How To Properly Use Quaternary Ammonium Products

CASE STUDY: CENTRAL VALLEY FRANCHISES RELY ON BACKPACK VACUUMS FOR HEALTHY IAQ September 2015
Improving Indoor Air Quality With Backpack Vacuums

A BRAME EXCEPT BY NAME September 2015
Mercer Stanfield Leads Brame Specialty Company In Its Fourth Generation

September 2015
Early Days Of Janitorial Distribution

MAKING HIS OWN NAME September 2015
Janitronics Makes Challenging Transition From Jim Harris Sr. To Jim Harris Jr.

September 2015
Choosing The Cleaning Industry

September 2015
More Than A Building Service Contractor

IDEAS FOR GREEN CLEANING October 2015
Using Aqueous Ozone To Clean For Health

IDEAS FOR GREEN CLEANING October 2015
Green Cleaning Supports University Goals

IDEAS FOR GREEN CLEANING October 2015
Involving Students To Help Grow Green Programs

IDEAS FOR GREEN CLEANING October 2015
Greening Pest Control Processes

TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER September 2015
BSCs Give Electrolyzed Water Another Shot

September 2015
Activated Water And On-site Chemical Generation

IN THE MARKET FOR NEW FLOOR EQUIPMENT? September 2015
Floor Equipment Questions To Ask Before Purchasing

ISSA/INTERCLEAN RETURNS TO SIN CITY September 2015
Las Vegas Welcomes Building Service Contractors for ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2015

September 2015
Cleaning Contractors To Hear From 'Shark Tank,' 'Tonight Show' Stars

A BUDDING PROBLEM September 2015
Market Growing For Marijuana Odor Control

September 2015
How To Remove Marijuana Smell

PURCHASING THAT WON’T BREAK THE BANK September 2015
Where To Shop For Floor And Carpet Equipment

PURCHASING THAT WON’T BREAK THE BANK September 2015
Benefits Between Buying Or Leasing Equipment

MORE TO MATS THAN MEETS THE EYE September 2015
Mats That Defend Against The Elements

MORE TO MATS THAN MEETS THE EYE September 2015
The Role Of Matting In Green Programs

ENGINEERED WATER RE-ENGINEERED September 2015
Cleaning Industry Embraces Activated Water

September 2015
Using Hypochlorous Acid, Ozonated Water For Cleaning

September 2015
How Engineered Water Fits With Chemical Sales

September 2015
Building Service Contractors Welcome Bill Rancic, Eric Chester As Keynote Speakers

MORE TO MATS THAN MEETS THE EYE September 2015
Mats That Are Necessary For Every Program

MORE TO MATS THAN MEETS THE EYE September 2015
Recommendations For Cleaning And Maintaining Mats

MORE TO MATS THAN MEETS THE EYE September 2015
Mats That Prevent Slips And Falls

CASE STUDY: COUNTER MOUNT SOAP DISPENSER SAVES TIME AND MONEY August 2015
Counter-Mounted Soap Dispenser Is Easier For Customers, Workers

BOOK CLUB: DITCH THE SWOT ANALYSIS August 2015
Deconstructing Janitorial Business Strategies

ISSA/INTERCLEAN RETURNS TO SIN CITY September 2015
What Facility Managers Can Expect At ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2015

50 YEARS OF HISTORY August 2015
1960s: National Association Of Building Service Contractors Gets Its Start

August 2015
1970s: Cleaning Contractors Create World Congress

August 2015
1980s: Association Emphasizes Janitor Training, Educational Resources

August 2015
2000s: BSCs Co-locate With ISSA/INTERCLEAN

HOW DO YOUR CLEANING FREQUENCIES STACK UP? August 2015
What Facility Executives Expect From Cleaning Contractors - Member Content

CATCHER COACH August 2015
Freetime: Marc George, T&G Chemical & Supply Company, Teaches Kids America's Pastime

RESTROOM CLEANING MACHINES CAN IMPROVE EFFICIENCY August 2015
Reduce Cleaning Times, Improve Worker Conditions With Restroom Machines

August 2015
Restroom Cleaning Machines Can Improve Level Of Cleanliness

August 2015
Cleaning Staff Morale Benefits From Use Of Restroom Machines

DILUTION CONTROL ON THE GO August 2015
Portable Chemical Proportioners Are Gaining Popularity

August 2015
New Portable Chemical Dispensers Make Dilution Control Easy

August 2015
Supplement Wall-mounted Units With Portable Dilution Control Systems

COLOR MEANS CLEAN August 2015
Guarantee Healthier Facilities With Color-coded Commercial Cleaning Supplies

August 2015
Color-coding Prevents Cross Contamination, Breaks Language Barrier

August 2015
The Cost Of A Color-coding System

INVENTORY SHIFT August 2015
More Jan/san Distributors Are Turning To Vendor Managed Inventory

August 2015
New Vendor Managed Inventory Software Is Changing The Equation

August 2015
The Risks Of Managing Inventory For Customers

INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION August 2015
BSCs Are Finding New Customers By Offering Industrial Cleaning Services

August 2015
Dirtier Jobs Can Necessitate Special Industrial Cleaning Equipment

August 2015
Industrial Work May Require OSHA, PPE Training

August 2015
Hiring Practices May Differ For Industrial Cleaning

LOW-MOISTURE CLEANING REDUCES THE NEED FOR HOT-WATER EXTRACTION August 2015
Contract Cleaners Find Low-Moisture Methods Effective For Interim Carpet Care, Maintenance

August 2015
Maintain Carpets With Bonnet Cleaning, Encapsulation And Dry Foam Carpet Cleaning

August 2015
Low-moisture Carpet Cleaning Proves Environmentally Friendly, Reduces Downtime

THE STRATEGIC SELL: DATA DRIVES SMART SALES August 2015
Jan/san Distributors Should Rely On Sales Analytics, Not Instincts

DON'T LEAVE CUSTOMERS OUT IN THE COLD August 2015
Tips For Avoiding An Ice Melt Shortage

August 2015
Plan Ahead To Meet Ice Melt Product Demand

August 2015
Handling Orders For Calcium-based And Green Ice Melt

ISSA/INTERCLEAN RETURNS TO SIN CITY August 2015
Cleaning Industry Members Hit The Strip For ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2015

August 2015
Jay Leno, Kevin O'Leary Headline Keynote Speeches

August 2015
Attendees Find New Cleaning Products, Networking Opportunities On ISSA Show Floor

CLOSING THE DOOR ON CARPET ODORS August 2015
Identifying The Cause of Carpet Odors

CLOSING THE DOOR ON CARPET ODORS August 2015
Techniques For Removing Odors From Carpets

CLOSING THE DOOR ON CARPET ODORS August 2015
Stop Carpet Odors Before They Start

CLEANING CARTS COME WITH A SEA OF OPTIONS August 2015
Factors To Consider Before Purchasing Cleaning Carts

CLEANING CARTS COME WITH A SEA OF OPTIONS August 2015
Special Features Of Custodial Carts Increase Efficiencies

CLEANING CARTS COME WITH A SEA OF OPTIONS August 2015
Proper Use of Cleaning Carts

CRIME SCENE CLEANUP CAN BE COMPLEX, BUT PROFITABLE June 2015
How BSCs Can Add Crime Scene Cleaning Services

June 2015
Training For Biohazard Waste Disposal And More

June 2015
Pricing And Marketing Crime Scene Cleanup

BOOK CLUB: DON'T UNDERESTIMATE THE UNDERDOG June 2015
How The Story Of David And Goliath Applies To BSCs

HOG WILD June 2015
Freetime: Karri Klein, J.J. Shearer Company, Hits The Open Road On Her Harley Motorcycle

A LITTLE EXTRA UPKEEP EXTENDS THE LIFE OF EQUIPMENT June 2015
Carpet, Floor Care Equipment Maintenance Saves Time, Money

June 2015
Autoscrubber, Buffer and Battery Maintenance Tips

June 2015
Avoid Costly Vacuum Repairs With Cord, Filter Upkeep

THERE AND BACK AGAIN June 2015
Jordan Tong Returns Home To Lead Frantz Building Services

June 2015
The Future Of A Commercial Cleaning Company

STOPPING SCHOOL OUTBREAKS June 2015
How School Cleaning Affects Attendance

June 2015
School Cleaning Procedures And Policies

LEAD DON'T FOLLOW June 2015
How To Make Your Business Stand Out

7/8/2015
USGBC Announces New Alignment with CALGreen For LEED Projects

BUYING GROUPS ROUNDTABLE June 2015
Advantages Of Group Purchasing

June 2015
Competing With Big Box Stores And Online Sellers

June 2015
How Buying Groups Handle Distributor Service Areas

BUYING GROUP LEADERS SPEAK UP June 2015
Bringing National Accounts To Buying Groups

June 2015
Why Join A Buying Group?

June 2015
Buying Groups Vs. Trade Associations

June 2015
Comparing Vendor Discounts And Rebates

7/7/2015
3M To Acquire Capital Safety

DOWN AND DIRTY: CLEANING DIRTY GROUT AND AVOIDING FUTURE PROBLEMS June 2015
Use Hydrogen Peroxide As A Cleaner For Dirty Grout

PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS June 2015
BSCs Must Now Have Plans For Pandemic Diseases

June 2015
Cleaning, Disinfecting Can Stop Spread Of Illness

June 2015
Planning, Communication Aid Pandemic Preparedness

THE DIRT ON SOAP June 2015
Should Facilities Look For Soaps Without Mirobeads

THE DIRT ON SOAP June 2015
Tips For Improving Handwashing

THE DIRT ON SOAP June 2015
Benefits Of Sanitizers In Class A Facilities

THE DIRT ON SOAP June 2015
Where Soaps Fall Into Green And Sustainable Programs

THE DIRT ON SOAP June 2015
What’s Trending With Soaps And Sanitizers

DISTRIBUTOR CHOICE AWARDS TOP 40 June 2015
Jan/San Distributors Vote On The Cleaning Industry's Best Products

WHEN CHEMICALS ARE NO LONGER EFFECTIVE June 2015
What Is Quat Binding And Why It Must Be Prevented

WHEN CHEMICALS ARE NO LONGER EFFECTIVE June 2015
Tips To Preventing Quat Absorption

WHEN CHEMICALS ARE NO LONGER EFFECTIVE June 2015
The Dangers Of Quat Binding In Foodservice

THE TRUTH ABOUT POLISHED CONCRETE June 2015
Polished Concrete Maintenance Is Still Necessary

June 2015
Be Proactive With Concrete Floor Care

June 2015
Avoiding Slips And Falls On Concrete Floors

THE STRATEGIC SELL: TRUST IS WORTH MORE THAN LIKABILITY May 2015
Build Trust Through Company Transparency

PROFITING FROM CHEMICAL PROPORTIONERS May 2015
Chemical Proportioners Give Distributors Edge Over Online Sellers

May 2015
Wall-mounted Dilution Control Systems Protect Distributors From Competition

May 2015
Chemical Dispensers Offer A Variety Of Options For Customers

May 2015
Is It Better To Repair Or Replace A Chemical Proportioner?

A BRAND UNLIKE ANY OTHER May 2015
Avoid Competing On Price By Offering Private Brands

May 2015
Manufacturers Are Growing Private Label Programs

May 2015
The Private Branding Process

May 2015
Pros And Cons Of Private Label Products

INSIDE THE MINDS OF MANAGERS - OVERVIEW June 2015
9th Annual Facility Cleaning Decisions Reader Survey

May 2015
Track Inventory To Identify Unmovable Products

May 2015
Pay The Restocking Fee And Move On

May 2015
Creative Inventory Liquidation Methods

May 2015
Antimicrobial Soaps Are Not Always Necessary

May 2015
Green Soap Reduces Irritation, Environmental Impact

May 2015
Jan/San Distributors Must Understand Customers' Soap Needs

BOOK CLUB: CREATING A CULTURE OF ACCOUNTABILITY April 2015
Hold Employees Accountable With 'The Oz Principle'

THE KEY TO DEVELOPING MANAGERS May 2015
Identify And Develop Prospective Supervisors

THE KEY TO DEVELOPING MANAGERS May 2015
Demonstrating Strong Leadership

DOWN AND DIRTY: PROVING A STRIPPED FLOOR HAS BEEN RINSED ENOUGH TO APPLY SEALER April 2015
Perform A pH Test After Stripping Floors And Rinsing

2015 REPORT ON THE BUILDING SERVICE CONTRACTOR MARKET April 2015
Survey: Cleaning Industry Purchasing And Growth Benchmarks - Member Content

THE CASE FOR COMPOSTING May 2015
How The Cleaning Industry Can Help Customers Compost

May 2015
Add Composting To A Building's Sustainability Program

May 2015
What's In The Waste Stream?

May 2015
The Jan/San Distributor's Role In Composting

REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
Tips For Proper Disposal Of Infectious Waste

REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
Containing Hazardous Waste: Finding A Strong Hold

REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
Protect Workers From Medical Waste

REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
What Is Considered Medical Waste

TIPS FOR CLEANING RESTROOMS DURING THE DAY April 2015
Day Cleaning Restrooms Requires Different Processes, Equipment, Schedules

April 2015
Restroom Cleaning With A Day Porter

April 2015
Janitor Training, Building Occupant Education Are Essential With Day Cleaning

AVOIDING A FRUIT COCKTAIL OF SMELLS May 2015
What Fragrances Are Trending In Odor Control

AVOIDING A FRUIT COCKTAIL OF SMELLS May 2015
Odor Control Scents: Choosing The Best Options

AVOIDING A FRUIT COCKTAIL OF SMELLS May 2015
Streamlining Odor Control Fragrances Throughout The Facility

MAKING THE ROUNDS WITH FLOOR PADS May 2015
Benefits Of Choosing The Right Floor Pads

MAKING THE ROUNDS WITH FLOOR PADS May 2015
Proper Maintenance Of Floor Pads

MAKING THE ROUNDS WITH FLOOR PADS May 2015
Exploring New Floor Equipment Options

LANDING SCHOOL ACCOUNTS April 2015
How Contract Cleaners Can Stand Out In The Education Market

April 2015
Prepare A Flawless Bid Proposal

April 2015
Network With Community Leaders, School Administrators

April 2015
Start Cleaning Charter And Private Schools

April 2015
Meeting School Janitor Expectations

May 2015
Advantages Of A pH Neutral Cleaner

INCREMENTAL IMPROVEMENTS April 2015
Survey: Jan/San Distributors Expect Modest Sales Growth In 2015 - Member Content

TAPPING INTO A NEW CUSTOMER BASE April 2015
New Distribution Software Opens Up B2C Jan/San Market

April 2015
Don't Ignore Website User Experience

HOW DOES YOUR SALARY COMPARE? May 2015
A Benchmark For Custodial Manager Salaries

HOW DOES YOUR SALARY COMPARE? May 2015
Why People Become Custodial Executives

BATTERY BACKPACK VACUUMS SAVE TIME, LABOR COSTS April 2015
New Batteries Make Backpack Vacuums Lighter, Longer Lasting

April 2015
Cordless Backpack Vacuums Recoup Cost Through Saved Labor

April 2015
Battery-Powered Vacuums Improve Safety, Productivity, Maneuverability

HAND DRYERS SLIM DOWN April 2015
Hand Dryer Innovations Arrive In Time For Increased ADA Enforcement

April 2015
Modern ADA-Compliant Hand Dryers Need No Recessed Panel

GHS COMPLIANCE — WHEN CUSTODIAL MANAGERS CAN EXPECT THINGS TO CHANGE May 2015
Prepare For The Next Round Of GHS Requirements

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: DILUTION CONTROL April 2015
GHS Labeling For Preportioned Packets

April 2015
Comparing Dilution Control System Prices

April 2015
Best Facilities For Preportioned Chemical Dispenser Packets

April 2015
Diluting With Personal Protective Equipment

April 2015
Why To Use Preportioned Chemical Packs

April 2015
Understanding Preportioned Chemical Dilution Systems

BIG GAME SUPPLIER April 2015
How Maintenance Mart Earned A Role In The Super Bowl

April 2015
Serving Arizona Sports Stadiums

April 2015
Introduction To The Cleaning Industry

April 2015
Growing A Business Together

April 2015
Closing The Deal With University Of Phoenix Stadium

April 2015
Super Bowl Setup

April 2015
A Super Bowl Marketing Boost

SENDING THE RIGHT MESSAGE April 2015
Customizing Restroom Dispensers Sends A Message

SENDING THE RIGHT MESSAGE April 2015
Branding Restrooms Supports Facility Goals

SENDING THE RIGHT MESSAGE April 2015
The Future Of Restroom Customization

PROTECTING THE MICROFIBER INVESTMENT April 2015
Proper Laundering Prolongs Microfiber Life

PROTECTING THE MICROFIBER INVESTMENT April 2015
Tips To Laundering Microfiber

PROTECTING THE MICROFIBER INVESTMENT April 2015
How To Properly Dry Microfiber

ADJUSTING TO NEW SURROUNDINGS April 2015
Versatility Of Orbital Equipment Includes Carpets

ADJUSTING TO NEW SURROUNDINGS April 2015
Benefits Of Using Orbital Equipment On Carpets

MULTIPURPOSE MACHINES April 2015
Identifying Alternate Carpet Extractor Functions

April 2015
Carpet Cleaning Equipment Works For Upholstery

April 2015
Cleaning Grout With A High-Pressure Carpet Extractor

April 2015
Multifunction Machines Benefit Janitorial Distributors, End Users

TWO GHS DEADLINES LOOM FOR DISTRIBUTORS April 2015
Jan/San Industry Prepares For Globally Harmonized System

April 2015
GHS Pictograms, Signal Words Improve Hazard Communication

SHIELDING FACILITIES FROM INFECTION April 2015
Infection Prevention That Fights Pandemics

SHIELDING FACILITIES FROM INFECTION April 2015
Training Staff On Proper Infection Prevention

SHIELDING FACILITIES FROM INFECTION April 2015
Understanding Transmission Of Germs

SHIELDING FACILITIES FROM INFECTION April 2015
Protecting Staff From Germ Exposure

DEVELOPING AN A+ HAND HYGIENE PROGRAM April 2015
Techniques To Improve Hand Washing In Schools

DEVELOPING AN A+ HAND HYGIENE PROGRAM April 2015
Steps To Boost Hand Hygiene

BOOK CLUB: SUCCESS LIES WITHIN February 2015
Steve Harvey Tells BSCs To Harness Fear To Attain Success

DOWN AND DIRTY: ESSENTIAL VACUUM ATTACHMENTS February 2015
The Right Vacuum Attachments Reduce Labor, Clean Safely

WINDOW BLINDS CLEANING CAN SEPARATE BSCS FROM THE COMPETITION February 2015
Demand Is High For Window Treatment Cleaning

February 2015
Customers Want Specialty Cleaning Services from BSCs

February 2015
Offering Ultrasonic Blinds Cleaning

CLEANING WITH QR CODES February 2015
Mobile Surveys Can Increase Efficiency, Customer Satisfaction

February 2015
Improve Response Times With QR Code Surveys

February 2015
A New Tool For Quality Assurance Managers

INDUSTRIAL SOAPS SHOULD BE HARDWORKING, BUT GENTLE ON HANDS February 2015
The Right Industrial Soap Can Keep Employees Happy

February 2015
Consider The Environmental Impact Of Soap

February 2015
Industrial Soaps Are A Necessity

February 2015
Survey: Hiring And Retention For Commercial Cleaning Jobs – Member Content

TURNOVER TURNAROUND February 2015
Reducing Employee Turnover In A Competitive Job Market

February 2015
The Cost Of Turnover

February 2015
Hiring Janitors Who Will Stay

February 2015
Employee Referrals Prove Most Valuable

February 2015
Rewards And Recognition Programs

February 2015
Flexibility And Quality Management Improve Employee Retention

ISSA/INTERCLEAN SHINES BRIGHT February 2015
Thousands Visit Orlando For ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2014

February 2015
Honoring Jan/San Innovation Award Winners

SLAM-DUNK PARTNERSHIP February 2015
Geneva College Calls On Hillyard For Its Historic Gym Floor

February 2015
The Birthplace Of College Basketball And The Founders Of Gym Floor Finish

February 2015
Floor Chemicals Fit For History

February 2015
How To Maintain A Gym Floor For The Ages

STRIP FLOORS IN LESS TIME AND WITH LESS LABOR February 2015
Orbital Machines Are Changing Floor Cleaning

February 2015
New Floor Care Equipment Makes For Happy Employees

February 2015
Oscillating Machines Strip Floors Fast

SALES LEADERS February 2015
Sanitary Maintenance Assembles The 2014 Team Of Super Sales Leaders

February 2015
2014 Sales Leader: Tom Jeannette, KSS Enterprises

February 2015
2014 Sales Leader: Tiffany Sarmiento, Springfield Paper Company

February 2015
2014 Sales Leader: Ben Wright, HP Products

February 2015
2014 Sales Leader: Al Crisafulli, ATRA Janitorial Supply Company

February 2015
2014 Sales Leader: Mark Dowling, AmSan New England

MAJOR CHANGE COMING TO FEDERAL MARKET February 2015
Federal Strategic Sourcing Initiative Targets Government Contractors

February 2015
New FSSI Could Affect 2,500 Building Service Contractors

February 2015
How Federal Strategic Sourcing Differs From The Private Sector

February 2015
ISSA And The Opposition To BMO Services FSSI

February 2015
Status Of Government Cleaning Contracts

SHINING LIGHT ON HAI PREVENTION February 2015
Technology That Defends Against Hospital-Acquired Infections

SHINING LIGHT ON HAI PREVENTION February 2015
Cost Of UV Disinfection Techology

CLEAN UP PRODUCTIVITY PROBLEMS February 2015
Using Ride-On Vacuums To Improve Productivity

CLEAN UP PRODUCTIVITY PROBLEMS February 2015
Carpet Equipment That Results In Big Savings

CLEAN UP PRODUCTIVITY PROBLEMS February 2015
Carpet Equipment Accessories That Make Sense

CLASS A FACILITIES DEMAND FIRST-RATE RESTROOMS February 2015
Luxury Paper Towels Provide Upscale Atmosphere, Reduce Waste

February 2015
High-end Bathrooms Need Foam Soap

February 2015
Don’t Forget Soap And Towel Dispensers

THE STRATEGIC SELL: STRATEGIZE YOUR SALES TACTICS February 2015
Every Set Of Jan/San Sales Goals Needs A Marketing Plan

CLEARING THE AIR ON HAND DRYERS February 2015
Benefits Of Quicker Dry Times And Heated Hand Drying

CLEARING THE AIR ON HAND DRYERS February 2015
Calculating Energy Consumption With Hand Dryers

CLEARING THE AIR ON HAND DRYERS February 2015
Maintenance Tips For Hand Dryers

CLEARING THE AIR ON HAND DRYERS February 2015
Tips To Control Splash And Drips In Restrooms

CLEARING THE AIR ON HAND DRYERS February 2015
Standard Versus Blade Hand Dryers

CLEARING THE AIR ON HAND DRYERS February 2015
How Hand Dryers Contribute To Restroom Hygiene

CLEARING THE AIR ON HAND DRYERS February 2015
How To Identify Proper Placement Of Hand Dryers

CLEARING THE AIR ON HAND DRYERS February 2015
Are Your Hand Dryers ADA Compliant?

MANAGING THE GENERATIONAL GAP February 2015
Tips To Managing A Multigenerational Workforce

MANAGING THE GENERATIONAL GAP February 2015
Getting The Most Out of Workers Of All Ages

MANAGING THE GENERATIONAL GAP February 2015
Succession Planning: Preparing Future Leaders

STEAM ALLOWS FOR CHEMICAL-FREE CLEANING November 2014
Understanding The Power Of Steam Cleaning

November 2014
Use Steam For Specialty Cleaning, Tricky Surfaces

November 2014
Steam Clean To Remove Biofilm

CLEAN LARGE AREAS FASTER WITH STAND-ON MACHINES November 2014
Stand-on Equipment And Airport Cleaning Make Good Match

November 2014
Carpet, Hard Floor Cleaning Prove Good Fit For Stand-on Machines

November 2014
Are Federal Labor Agencies Waging A 'War On Business'?

ANTIBACTERIAL SOAPS UNDER ATTACK November 2014
Triclosan Soap Manufacturers Must Prove Health Benefits

November 2014
Customers Are Already Asking For Triclosan-Free Soap

November 2014
Opponents Want Antimicrobial Soap Choice Left Up To Consumers

November 2014
Antimicrobial Hand Sanitizers, Healthcare Products Are On Deck

A SPOTTY SITUATION November 2014
Tips For How To Remove Urine Stains And Odors

November 2014
Choosing The Right Product Is Key When Cleaning Urine Stains

November 2014
Get Below The Surface To Remove Urine Smell

November 2014
Communicate With Facility Staff To Clean Urine Stains Fast

CLASS A FACILITIES DEMAND UPSCALE TOWELS AND DISPENSERS November 2014
High-end Consumables Make A Restroom Stand Out

November 2014
More Absorbent Towels Decrease Usage

November 2014
Small Dispensers Provide Restrooms With A Sophisticated Look

November 2014
Upscale Dispensers Can Increase Productivity

THE RIGHT STOCK November 2014
Understand The Difference Between Managing Inventory And Controlling Inventory

November 2014
Maintain An Organized Warehouse

November 2014
Make Informed Inventory Management Decisions

November 2014
Negotiate A Vendor Agreement

November 2014
Think Twice Before Accepting Special Orders

ESTEEMED EMPLOYER November 2014
How MahlerClean Became One Of The Top Employers In Milwaukee

November 2014
Find Ways To Recognize Employees

November 2014
Reward And Challenge Hard Workers

PEST PREVENTION TIPS November 2014
How Integrated Pest Management Prevents Infestations

PEST PREVENTION TIPS November 2014
Why Pest Management Matters

PEST PREVENTION TIPS November 2014
Pest-Proofing Tips From Professionals

SCHOOLS BENEFIT FROM BACKPACKS November 2014
Backpack Vacuums Improve Efficiency And Productivity

SCHOOLS BENEFIT FROM BACKPACKS November 2014
Benefits to Using Backpack Vacuums

FIVE ESSENTIAL JOB INTERVIEW QUESTIONS November 2014
It's Time To Rethink The Behavioral Interviewing Process

DOWN AND DIRTY: SUPERVISING TWO TYPES OF JANITORS November 2014
Turn Bad Employees Into Reliable Team Members

THE STRATEGIC SELL: BEWARE OF BACKORDERS November 2014
Backorders Lead To Employee Disengagement

FIGHTING INFECTIONS REQUIRES PLANNING November 2014
Developing An Infection Prevention Program

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: CLEANERS AND DISINFECTANTS November 2014
Get To Know the OSHA Globally Harmonized System

November 2014
Save Time And Money With Proper Cleaning Chemical Measurements

November 2014
How To Clean A Computer Screen

November 2014
Comparing Cost, Convenience Of Chemical Disinfectants

THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Microfiber Cloths Excel Over Cotton

THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Proper Use Of Cleaning Cloths Prevent Cross-Contamination

THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Do’s And Don’ts Of Laundering

THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Role Of Wet Wipes In Commercial Cleaning

FANS OF GREEN November 2014
Breaking Into The Sports Venue Market With Green Cleaning

SUSTAINABLE SUDS November 2014
Sports Facilities Present Specialized Cleaning Challenges

FANS OF GREEN November 2014
Learn To Sell Green Products In Sports

FANS OF GREEN November 2014
Provide Cleaning Solutions For Stadiums And Arenas

FANS OF GREEN November 2014
Making Sports Sponsorships Work For Jan/san Distributors

DON'T GET TRIPPED UP November 2014
Develop A Slip-And-Fall Safety Strategy

DON'T GET TRIPPED UP November 2014
Causes And Prevention Of Slips And Falls

DON'T GET TRIPPED UP November 2014
OSHA Regulations On Floor Safety

ICE MELT BEST PRACTICES November 2014
Effectiveness of Ice Melt

ICE MELT BEST PRACTICES November 2014
Tips To Using Blended Salt Products For Ice Melt

ICE MELT BEST PRACTICES November 2014
Environmental Impact Of Ice Melt Products

SALES REP COMPENSATION SURVEY October 2014
Average Jan/San Sales Rep Compensation

SUSTAINABLE SUDS October 2014
LEED v4 Requires Green Laundry Programs

October 2014
Green Seal, EcoLogo Introduce New Laundry Standards

October 2014
Green Certified Laundry From Start To Finish

October 2014
Distributors Can Help Clients' Laundry Programs Go Green

October 2014
Sustainable Laundry Practices Can Save Money

ENZYMES AND BACTERIA ADD A POWERFUL PUNCH TO CLEANERS October 2014
Bio-enzymatic Cleaners Help With Odor Control

October 2014
Pick The Right Enzyme To Remove Odor

October 2014
Enzymatic Cleaners Work Well In Foodservice, Locker Rooms

October 2014
Train Employees To Work With Enzymes

SALES SHIFT October 2014
Making Room For The Millennial Generation

October 2014
Baby Boomers Were Independent, Millennials Are Social

October 2014
Adapt To Change And Become A Mentor

October 2014
Embrace Technology For Sales and Training

October 2014
Bridging The Generation Gap

DISPOSABLE MICROFIBER IS GREAT IN INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES October 2014
Microfiber Mops Make For Healthy, Happy Employees

October 2014
Use Microfiber For A Simplified, Quick Clean

October 2014
Conduct Research On Mops And Communicate With Customers

October 2014
Save Money And Avoid Workplace Injuries With Microfiber

October 2014
Microfiber: A Cleaning Industry Trend

COMBINING CARPET CARE AND EFFICIENCIES October 2014
Carpet Equipment That Streamlines Frequencies

COMBINING CARPET CARE AND EFFICIENCIES October 2014
Simplifies Cleaning Processes Using Carpet Equipment

BRIGHT IDEAS October 2014
Save Energy to Save Money

October 2014
Demonstrate Energy Conservation Capabilities

October 2014
Use Energy-Efficient Equipment

October 2014
Cut The Cord or Switch To Batteries

SCENTS AND SENSIBILITY October 2014
Bad Smells Leave Bad Impressions

October 2014
Locate The Source To Eliminate Odors

October 2014
Restroom Odor Removal Solutions

October 2014
Find A Fragrance To Fit The Restroom

FOCUSING ON CUSTOMER SATISFACTION October 2014
How Customer Service Plays Into Custodial Operations

EQUIPMENT THAT MIRRORS THE COMPANY MISSION October 2014
Benefits Of Ride-on Scrubbers Extend Beyond Cleaning

EQUIPMENT THAT MIRRORS THE COMPANY MISSION October 2014
Chemical-Free Scrubber Cleans Outdoor Space

EQUIPMENT THAT MIRRORS THE COMPANY MISSION October 2014
Using Floor Equipment Drives Productivity

10 COMMONLY RECOGNIZED DISCIPLINARY OFFENSES October 2014
Common Workplace Violations

October 2014
Disciplining Janitors For Harassment In The Workplace

SIMPLIFYING REBATES October 2014
Use Distribution Software To Track Rebates

October 2014
Rebate Tracking Made Simple

October 2014
Rebate Tracking Software Saves Time

October 2014
Buying Groups Use Rebate Software, Too

October 2014
Green Mats Are Made Of Recycled Materials

October 2014
Entryway Mats In Green Cleaning Programs

October 2014
Cleaning Mats Per LEED Guidelines

TREAT HIRING AS YOUR BIGGEST PURCHASING DECISION October 2014
Hiring Decisions Are The Same As Purchasing Decisions

GET MORE FROM YOUR CUSTODIAL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE October 2014
Use Janitorial Software To Monitor Equipment And Record Personnel Issues

BSCAI ORLANDO October 2014
BSCAI Annual Convention Co-locates With ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2014

BSCAI ORLANDO October 2014
Education At Building Service Contractors Association International Convention

HEALTHCARE HAND WASHING ON THE RISE October 2014
Improving Hand Washing Compliance

HEALTHCARE HAND WASHING ON THE RISE October 2014
Hand Washing Programs Can Reduce Hospital Infections

HEALTHCARE HAND WASHING ON THE RISE October 2014
Hand Washing Posters Reinforce Compliance

HEALTHCARE HAND WASHING ON THE RISE October 2014
Hand Hygiene Goes High Tech

THE BEST GAME PLAN FOR GYM FLOORS September 2014
Gym Floor Mats Are First Line Of Defense

September 2014
The Right Mops For Gym Floor Cleaning

September 2014
Gym Floor Refinishing Is The Final Maintenance Step

September 2014
Gym Floor Maintenance Takes Communication Between Athletic And Custodial Departments

FINDING BEAUTY IN A RESTROOM STAPLE September 2014
Freetime: Richard Weiss, Owner of Weiss Bros., Collects Antique Toilet Paper

BIG THINGS IN STORE AT ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2014 October 2014
Continuing Education Offerings At ISSA/INTERCLEAN

BIG THINGS IN STORE AT ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2014 October 2014
Learn Best Practices By Networking With Custodial Executives

BIG THINGS IN STORE AT ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2014 October 2014
Benefits Of Attending ISSA/INTERCLEAN

BIG THINGS IN STORE AT ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2014 October 2014
Boost Your Career At The Annual IEHA Conference

AVOIDING DIRTY MOP WATER September 2014
Buckets That Prevent Dirty Mop Water

September 2014
Dual-cavity Buckets Separate Clean From Dirty Water

September 2014
Bucketless Mops Utilize Built-in Chemical Reservoirs

September 2014
Mop Buckets That Filter And Reuse Water

STANDING UP FOR DETROIT September 2014
Hercules And Hercules Refuses To Give Up On Detroit

September 2014
From Janitor To Janitorial Supplier

September 2014
Belinda Jefferson Leads Her Family Business

September 2014
Detroit Files For Bankruptcy

September 2014
Moving Forward After The Detroit Bankruptcy Ruling

September 2014
HHI Supports The Detroit Community

10/9/2014
Tom Valentino, Vectair Systems VP of Sales and Marketing, Passes

THREE REASONS TO USE A WHOLESALER September 2014
Cash Management Solutions From Cleaning Redistributors

September 2014
Cleaning Wholesalers Help Distributors Maintain Smaller Inventories

September 2014
Just In Time Delivery Alleviates Inventory Concerns

September 2014
Distributors Can Diversify With Cleaning Supply Wholesalers

HOW TECH-SAVVY IS YOUR SALES TEAM? September 2014
If Leadership Embraces Sales Technology, Reps Will Follow

GETTING EVEN GREENER September 2014
Recycled Paper Towels Are The Mainstream

September 2014
Best Markets For Green Paper Towels

September 2014
Bamboo Paper Towels Are Examples Of Using Alternative Fibers

September 2014
Forest Stewardship Council Monitors Paper Towel Sourcing

September 2014
Composting Paper Towels Among Future Trends

September 2014
UL Environment Updates ECOLOGO Towel Certifications

ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2014 TO BE BIGGER THAN EVER September 2014
ISSA Orlando Boasts Four Keynotes And Four Days Of Education

September 2014
ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2014 Offers Plenty Of Networking

TAKE THE STAIRS TO SUCCESS August 2014
Take The Stairs By Rory Vaden Is A Worthwhile Read

STUDYING THE SCHOOL MARKET August 2014
BSCs Want To Provide School Cleaning Services

August 2014
Before Cleaning Schools, Research The RFP

August 2014
Janitorial Certifications May Help With School Bidding

August 2014
School Cleaning Presents Unique Challenges

BETTER CLEANING IN LESS TIME WITH RESTROOM MACHINES August 2014
Restroom Cleaning Without Mops And Rags

August 2014
Choose The Right Size Of Restroom Cleaning Machine

August 2014
Restroom Cleaning Equipment Requires Training

August 2014
Restroom Cleaning Machines Save Time

GETTING INSIDE YOUR CUSTOMER'S HEAD August 2014
From Facility Manager To Building Service Contractor

August 2014
What Facilities Managers Want From Their Cleaning Providers

August 2014
Facility Managers Rank Value Over A Low Price For Cleaning

August 2014
Facilities Manager Survey Reveals Biggest Cleaning Complaints

August 2014
Customers More Likely To Hire A BSC With A Cleaning Certification

August 2014
Facility Manager Survey Outlines Cleaning Priorities - Member Content

9/12/2014
CASE STUDY: School Improves Productivity And Safety With Floor Equipment

9/11/2014
OSHA Violators Will Find it Harder to do Biz with Feds

PREVENTING THE OFFICE OUTBREAK August 2014
Cleaning Can Reduce Absenteeism In The Workplace

August 2014
Limiting Workplace Illness Is A Cost Savings

August 2014
Healthy Cleaning In Commercial Offices

August 2014
Disinfecting And Hand Washing Reduce Workplace Illnesses

'SONG SUNG' TRIBUTE August 2014
Freetime: Bob Lee, Berk Wiper International, Performs A Neil Diamond Tribute

CUTTING THE CORD August 2014
Battery Powered Backpack Vacuum Saves Time, Money

August 2014
Cordless Backpack Vacuum Perfect For School Market

August 2014
Battery Backpack Vacuum Improves Efficiencies And Morale

9/10/2014
Improving IAQ And Handling Potential PCB-Containing Dust

9/9/2014
Tips To Combating Recurring Carpet Spots

ORBITAL FLOOR MACHINES CAN BE USED FOR INTERIM CARPET CLEANING August 2014
Interim Carpet Cleaning With Orbital Equipment

August 2014
Orbital Machines Improve Carpet Appearance

9/8/2014
CASE STUDY: Cleaning Under the Radar at 24-Hour Casino

9/8/2014
Industry Associations Petition OSHA to Extend Deadlines for GHS Compliance

ORBITAL FLOOR EQUIPMENT GAINING POPULARITY August 2014
Orbital Floor Machines Clean At High Speeds

August 2014
Stripping Floors Without Chemicals

August 2014
Orbital Equipment Can Clean A Variety Of Surfaces

IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY WITH BACKPACKS August 2014
Advancements To Backpack Vacuums Result In Efficiencies

IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY WITH BACKPACKS August 2014
Improving Ergonomics For Backpack Vacuums

IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY WITH BACKPACKS August 2014
Proper Maintenance Of Backpack Vacuums

9/5/2014
FDA Limits on Antibacterial Ingredients Pose Safety Risk

9/4/2014
Ninety-five Million Workdays Are Lost Due To Slips And Falls Each Year

E-STRATEGIES THAT CLICK August 2014
Encouraging Jan/San e-Commerce

August 2014
Janitorial Distributors Deal With e-Tailer Threat

August 2014
How Janitorial Suppliers Are Improving SEO

August 2014
Website Analytics Lead To Better Jan/San e-Commerce

August 2014
Attracting Millennials To Jan/San With Technology

August 2014
Using Social Media For Recruiting And Marketing

August 2014
Equip Jan/San Sales Reps With Tablets And Smartphones

August 2014
Overcoming Staff Resistance To Technology

DEVELOP THE WEAK AND USE THE STRONG August 2014
Assess And Streamline Your Department

DEVELOP THE WEAK AND USE THE STRONG August 2014
Identify And Overcome Staffing And Purchasing Challenges

9/3/2014
USGBC and American Chemistry Council Advance LEED

8/29/2014
Attack Germ Hot Spots Before Cold And Flu Season

8/29/2014
OSHA Offers Web Tool That Identifies Workplace Hazards

RECRUIT THE BEST (FORGET THE REST) August 2014
Improve Recruitment In Three Steps

RECOGNIZING THE GREATNESS AROUND US August 2014
Promoting Managers Of Distinction

8/28/2014
Study: Hand Sanitizers Have Little Effect On School Absences

8/28/2014
Research Addresses Cost Of Being Sustainable

8/27/2014
Tips To Eliminate Mold, Mildew and Bacteria In Restrooms

ADDRESSING COMMON FLOOR CARE MYTHS August 2014
Clearing Up Floor Cleaning Myths

8/27/2014
Free Online Industry Training Tool Now Available

8/27/2014
Survey: Tolerance For Pests Drops As Expectations Of Facility Execs Raise

8/26/2014
Green Building Tool Coordination and Development Gets Streamlined

8/26/2014
Step-By-Step Tips To Apply Floor Finish

MFG ROUNDTABLE: GREEN ROOTED DEEP, IMPORTANCE WILL ONLY GROW August 2014
How Popular Is Green Cleaning?

August 2014
Starting A Green Cleaning Program

August 2014
Do Green Certifications Address Sustainable Cleaning Products?

August 2014
What Is The Next Trend In Green Cleaning Supplies?

August 2014
FTC Green Guides Impact Cleaning Product Certifications

GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Hiring Tips That Result In Quality Recruiting
Tapping into 180 years of industry experience for insight on employee issues impacting custodial executives

GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Interview Question Recommendations

GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Training Challenges With New Recruits

GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Tips To Training New Staff

GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Managing And Resolving Staff Complaints

GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Advice For Disciplining Difficult Employees

GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
How To Overcome Generational Struggles

GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Succession Planning For The Future Of The Department

8/20/2014
Reduce Waste With Trendy GameDay Recycling Challenge

SAVE MARGINS WITH SMARTER PRICES August 2014
Value-Add Services Or Low Prices: What Kind Of A Distributor Are You?

August 2014
Developing A Better Product Pricing Strategy

August 2014
How Salespeople Should Communicate Price Increases

FORECASTING AFTER AN EXTREME WINTER August 2014
Distributors Kept Up With Ice Melt Demand Despite Polar Vortex

August 2014
Forecasting Ice Melt Pre-Orders After A Harsh Winter

August 2014
Storing Excess Ice Melt In Summer

STAFF SPENDING TOO MUCH TIME IN THE RESTROOM? August 2014
Daily Tasks Required For Restroom Cleaning
Identify a simplified approach to workloading restrooms for daily cleaning

STAFF SPENDING TOO MUCH TIME IN THE RESTROOM? August 2014
Tips To Developing Restroom Cleaning Times

STAFF SPENDING TOO MUCH TIME IN THE RESTROOM? August 2014
Improve Restroom Cleaning Productivity

8/14/2014
CDC Outlines Suggestions for Keeping Viruses Contained

PUSHING CLEANING CARTS FORWARD August 2014
Benefits Of Customizing Cleaning Carts

PUSHING CLEANING CARTS FORWARD August 2014
Considering Ergonomics And Maneuverability Before Purchasing Cleaning Carts

PUSHING CLEANING CARTS FORWARD August 2014
Trends Toward Security And Construction Of Cleaning Carts

7/28/2014
Experts Offer Best Vacuum Practices And Proper Carpet Care Tips

June 2014
State Of Commercial Cleaning Business 2014 - Member Content

LABOR AND THE LAW June 2014
How The Americans With Disabilities Act Affects Contract Cleaners

7/23/2014
Study Reveals Germ Hotspot In Hospitals

CLEANING WATERLESS URNINALS REQUIRES SPECIAL MAINTENANCE June 2014
Benefits of Waterless Urinal Systems

CLEANING WATERLESS URNINALS REQUIRES SPECIAL MAINTENANCE June 2014
How Waterless Urinals Work

CLEANING WATERLESS URNINALS REQUIRES SPECIAL MAINTENANCE June 2014
Cleaning Waterless Urinals The Right Way

7/22/2014
Hand Washing Program That Reduced HAIs by 80 Percent

A ROWER TO THE 'CORR' June 2014
Freetime: Ed Corr, Corr Distributors, Has A Passion For Rowing

IS CLEANING A 'MISERABLE' JOB? June 2014
Recommended Reading: The Three Signs Of A Miserable Job

SIMPLIFY FLOOR CARE WITH PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS FOR AUTOSCRUBBERS June 2014
Using Preportion Chemical Packets With Autoscrubbers

SIMPLIFY FLOOR CARE WITH PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS FOR AUTOSCRUBBERS June 2014
Chemical Packets Provide Convenience and Dilution Control

SIMPLIFY FLOOR CARE WITH PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS FOR AUTOSCRUBBERS June 2014
Chemical Preportioners: Take The Guesswork Out of Inventory Control

DAY CLEANING CALLS FOR QUIETER VACUUMS June 2014
Cleaning Without Disturbing Building Occupants

DAY CLEANING CALLS FOR QUIETER VACUUMS June 2014
Janitronics Makes The Switch To Low-decibel Vacuums

DAY CLEANING CALLS FOR QUIETER VACUUMS June 2014
Tips for Maintaining Vacuum Peformance

DAY CLEANING CALLS FOR QUIETER VACUUMS June 2014
Reducing The Risk of Hearing Damage From Vacuuming

BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Disinfecting Against Antibiotic-resistant Bacteria

BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Types of Disinfectants Used in Healthcare Facilities

BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Targeting Disease-causing Pathogens

HEALTHCARE CLEANING June 2014
Healthcare Markets Provide Opportunities for BSCs

HEALTHCARE CLEANING June 2014
Environmenal Services Departments Turn To Project Outsourcing

HEALTHCARE CLEANING June 2014
BSCs Fill In Medical Cleaning Staff Gaps

HEALTHCARE CLEANING June 2014
Documenting Hospital Cleaning and Hygiene Outcomes

HEALTHCARE CLEANING June 2014
Infection Control Training Is Key To Success

BUYING GROUPS June 2014
Spring Conference Season A Success

TEACHING GERM WARFARE June 2014
Breaking Down How Germs Are Spread

TEACHING GERM WARFARE June 2014
Explanation Of The Five Levels Of Clean
Surfaces custodians should focus on in an effort to reduce the spread of infection

TEACHING GERM WARFARE June 2014
Chemicals And Equipment That Fight Infections
Surfaces custodians should focus on in an effort to reduce the spread of infection

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE June 2014
Developing A Strong Preventative Maintenance Program For Floor Equipment
Doing so can improve departmental productivity, improve sustainability and mean a cleaner facility

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE June 2014
Maintenance Tips for Floor Equipment
Why it is important for custodial managers to develop a plan and train staff to properly maintain floor equipment

THE SMELL OF SUCCESS June 2014
How To Identify The Source Of Foul Odors
Identifying problem areas and techniques for removing foul odors from restrooms

THE SMELL OF SUCCESS June 2014
Common Scents And How To Fight Odors

HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR CUSTOMERS? June 2014
Customer Segmentation Offers A Snapshot of Your Business

HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR CUSTOMERS? June 2014
Avoiding ‘Service-drain’: Measuring Customer Profitability

HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR CUSTOMERS? June 2014
Discover The Power of Market Data Analysis

HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR CUSTOMERS? June 2014
Targeting Key Sales Accounts

FLOOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASING June 2014
BSCs Weigh In On One of Their Biggest Investments — Floor Equipment

FLOOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASING April 2014
Buying Floor Machines From Distributors Vs. Direct

FLOOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASING April 2014
Should BSCs Rent or Lease Floor Care Machines?

A LEADER PERSPECTIVE June 2014
Employee Engagement – What is it, really?

WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH June 2014
Workloading And Productivity From Products

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Understanding The Science Behind Activated Water

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Selecting The Right Electrolyzed Water Product

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Independent Tests Back Activated Water Claims

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Weighing The Cleaning Efficiency of E-water Solutions

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Common Uses For Activated Water Products

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Use E-water With Standard Cleaning Tools and Processes

WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH June 2014
Custodial Workloading Does More With Less

STORM CHASER May 2014
Freetime: Josh Ward, Treat's Solutions

2014 READER SURVEY June 2014
Survey: Management Priorities in 2014 - Member Content

2014 READER SURVEY June 2014
Survey: Staffing Challenges - Member Content

2014 READER SURVEY June 2014
Survey: Green And Sustainable Trends - Member Content

2014 READER SURVEY June 2014
Facility Cleaning Decisions 2014 Reader Survey

WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
Hand Dryer Manufacturers Address the 'Water Issue'

WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
New Hand Dryer Accessories Divert Water From Restroom Walls and Floors

WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
Hand Dryer Water Collection Includes Reservoirs and Absorbent Ceramic

WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
Prevent Germs With Hand Dryer Mats

MAKING THE SWITCH TO GHS May 2014
OSHA Compliance Stalled By Chemical Manufacturers

MAKING THE SWITCH TO GHS May 2014
Here's What You Need To Know About GHS' New Labeling Requirements

MAKING THE SWITCH TO GHS May 2014
Distributors Begin The Private Label Redesign Process

MAKING THE SWITCH TO GHS May 2014
First In, First Out: Private Brands Phase Out Old Product Labels

6/9/2014
Sanitary Maintenance Announces Distributor Choice Award Winners

BOOST HAND WASHING COMPLIANCE May 2014
Healthcare Facilities Look To Technology To Improve Hand Hygiene

BOOST HAND WASHING COMPLIANCE May 2014
Hand Hygiene Monitoring and Surveillance Systems

BOOST HAND WASHING COMPLIANCE May 2014
Engage Staff To Increase Handwashing Compliance Rates

BOOST HAND WASHING COMPLIANCE May 2014
"Wash Your Hands" Signage, Foam Soap and Moisturizers Provide Additional Hand Hygiene Solutions

COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Springfield Paper Company Goes Mobile

COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Distributors Slow To Recognize The Power of Smartphone Shopping

COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
M-commerce Has Landed

COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Understanding Mobile Optimization

COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Young Buyers Fueling B2B Mobile Sales

COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Choosing Mobile Optimization Methods

CALCULATE THE RIGHT PRICE April 2014
Workload Analysis Starts With Measuring Cleanable Space

CALCULATE THE RIGHT PRICE April 2014
Determing Staffing Levels and Cleaning Production Rates

CALCULATE THE RIGHT PRICE April 2014
BSCs Invest In Workloading Software, Education

BSCS CAN HELP PREVENT OCCUPATIONAL DERMATITIS April 2014
CDC: 35 Percent of Occupational Diseases Are Skin-related

BSCS CAN HELP PREVENT OCCUPATIONAL DERMATITIS April 2014
Avoid Dry, Cracked Hands With Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer

BSCS CAN HELP PREVENT OCCUPATIONAL DERMATITIS April 2014
Matching Hand Soap To The Industry Setting

CAPITOL GAINS, DISTRIBUTOR LOSSES May 2014
GSA Proposes Changes To JanSan Requisition Channels

CAPITOL GAINS, DISTRIBUTOR LOSSES May 2014
What Is The Federal Strategic Sourcing Initiative?

CAPITOL GAINS, DISTRIBUTOR LOSSES May 2014
JanSan Vendors Face Tough Blanket Purchase Agreement Eligibility Requirements

CAPITOL GAINS, DISTRIBUTOR LOSSES May 2014
Critics Question JanSan FSSI's Benefits

BOOK CLUB: BUILD BETTER RELATIONSHIPS April 2014
Recommended Reading: People Tools

May 2014
Sustainable Distribution Focuses On Transportation And Facilities

May 2014
Sustainability Survey Of Janitorial Supply Distributors - Member Content

MANAGE EMPLOYEES WITH TIMEKEEPING SOFTWARE April 2014
High-tech Time Monitoring

MANAGE EMPLOYEES WITH TIMEKEEPING SOFTWARE April 2014
Make Electronic Timekeeping HR Policy

MANAGE EMPLOYEES WITH TIMEKEEPING SOFTWARE April 2014
Preventing Time Theft In The Janitorial Industry

MANAGE EMPLOYEES WITH TIMEKEEPING SOFTWARE April 2014
Staying On Top Of Employment Laws

FILLING THE VOID April 2014
Team Clean Inc. Creates The Ho’okipa Workforce Academy To Recruit Future Janitors

FILLING THE VOID April 2014
Teaching Janitorial Skills To High School Students

April 2014
Contract Cleaning Can Be An Attractive Career

April 2014
Recruiting Millennials To Contract Cleaning Through Internships

April 2014
Future Of The Ho’okipa Workforce Academy

PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
What's The Value of Cleaning Expertise?

PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
Positive Customer Experiences Can Trump Price Tags

PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
Quantifying and Documenting Value-added Services

PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
Drilling Down Cleaning Customer Needs

SALES TOOLS IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND April 2014
Sales Reps Take Jan/San Manufacturer Apps To The Field

SALES TOOLS IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND April 2014
Discover B2B Mobile Apps' Many Uses For The Cleaning Industry

SALES TOOLS IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND April 2014
Product Demos Are Painless With Mobile Sales Apps

SALES TOOLS IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND April 2014
Mobile App Training for Salespeople

PROTECTING PASSENGERS April 2014
Preventing Infection In Transportation Centers

PROTECTING PASSENGERS April 2014
Create A Cleaning Schedule For High-traffic Facilities

PROTECTING PASSENGERS April 2014
Using Teams To Clean Busy Transit Hubs

PROTECTING PASSENGERS April 2014
Transit Restrooms Need 'Round-the-clock Disinfection

PROTECTING PASSENGERS April 2014
Deep Cleaning After Hours In Transportation Terminals

DIY MAINTENANCE FOR CHEMICAL PROPORTIONERS April 2014
Preserving the Life of Chemical Proportioner Systems

DIY MAINTENANCE FOR CHEMICAL PROPORTIONERS April 2014
Tips For Removing Build-up In Chemical Dispensers

DIY MAINTENANCE FOR CHEMICAL PROPORTIONERS April 2014
Signs A Chemical Dilution Unit Is Malfunctioning

BELIEVING IN HIS POLITICAL ‘EDGE’ April 2014
Freetime: David Edge, image supply inc.

UPCLOSE: CREATING A CHEMICAL CENTRAL COMMAND April 2014
End Users Demand Dilution Control

UPCLOSE: CREATING A CHEMICAL CENTRAL COMMAND April 2014
Locating A Water Source For Chemical Proportioning

UPCLOSE: CREATING A CHEMICAL CENTRAL COMMAND April 2014
Chemical Stations Appearing in New Construction

UPCLOSE: CREATING A CHEMICAL CENTRAL COMMAND April 2014
Chemicals To-go: Using Preportioned Packets

COVER STORY: ROOKIE SUCCESS April 2014
Meet Coastal Chemical & Paper's Young Owner

COVER STORY: ROOKIE SUCCESS April 2014
From Field Dreams To Jan/San Supply

COVER STORY: ROOKIE SUCCESS April 2014
Coastal Chemical Outgrows Garage

COVER STORY: ROOKIE SUCCESS April 2014
Turning Employees Into Family

COVER STORY: ROOKIE SUCCESS April 2014
Capturing The Break Room Business

COVER STORY: ROOKIE SUCCESS April 2014
Making Coastal Chemical A Homerun

FOUR HIRING MISTAKES TO AVOID April 2014
Four Job Interview Mistakes Employers Commonly Make

LABOR AND THE LAW April 2014
Employer Obligations For Health Laws

SPOTTING EFFECTIVE STAIN REMOVAL STRATEGIES April 2014
Sorting Out Laundry Challenges

SPOTTING EFFECTIVE STAIN REMOVAL STRATEGIES April 2014
Best Practices For Laundry Efficiencies

SPOTTING EFFECTIVE STAIN REMOVAL STRATEGIES April 2014
Perfecting Laundry Strategies

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: GETTING CUSTOMERS ON BOARD WITH PROPER CARPET CLEANING April 2014
How To Prevent Carpet Wicking

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: GETTING CUSTOMERS ON BOARD WITH PROPER CARPET CLEANING April 2014
Cleaning Carpets for Occupant Health

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: GETTING CUSTOMERS ON BOARD WITH PROPER CARPET CLEANING April 2014
Maintain Carpet Appearance

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: GETTING CUSTOMERS ON BOARD WITH PROPER CARPET CLEANING April 2014
Hard Floors Vs. Carpet Debate

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: GETTING CUSTOMERS ON BOARD WITH PROPER CARPET CLEANING April 2014
Spot Cleaning Tips

NEVER FORGET TO RESTOCK RESTROOM DISPENSERS AGAIN April 2014
Restroom Dispenser Restocking Tips

April 2014
Download A Restroom Cleaning Checklist

VACUUMS: FINDING A PERFECT MATCH April 2014
Backpack Vacuums That Improve Productivity

VACUUMS: FINDING A PERFECT MATCH April 2014
Upright Vacuums Boost Indoor Air Quality

VACUUMS: FINDING A PERFECT MATCH April 2014
Choosing Between Battery Or Corded Vacuums

4/29/2014
NJSSA Honors Scoles With Lifetime Achievement Award

CALL HIM 'MR. FRANCO' April 2014
Eusebio Franco Has A Personalized Approach To Management

CALL HIM 'MR. FRANCO' April 2014
Techniques To Developing Leaders

CALL HIM 'MR. FRANCO' April 2014
Prioritizing Employee Training Programs

CALL HIM 'MR. FRANCO' April 2014
Customizing Cleaning Techniques To Building Occupant Needs

CALL HIM 'MR. FRANCO' April 2014
Cleanology: The Science Of Cleaning

NJSSA SUPPLY LINE 2014 SHOW GUIDE April 2014
Supply Line 2014 Schedule At A Glance

April 2014
NJSSA President Welcome For Supply Line 2014

April 2014
Supply Line 2014 Education Sessions

April 2014
Special Events At Supply Line 2014

April 2014
Four Reasons To Avoid Paying Straight Commission

PROMOTING THE VALUE OF THE CUSTODIAL DEPARTMENT April 2014
Highlighting The Importance Of Cleaning

EIGHT SIDES TO THE STORY April 2014
Breaking Down The Benefits to Octagonal Floor Pads

UPCLOSE: DAY CLEANING INFLUENCING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS April 2014
Discover The Benefits of Day Cleaning

UPCLOSE: DAY CLEANING INFLUENCING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS April 2014
The Evolution of Low-decibel Carpet Equipment

UPCLOSE: DAY CLEANING INFLUENCING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS April 2014
Energy, Sustainability Initiatives Drive Day Cleaning

UPCLOSE: DAY CLEANING INFLUENCING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS April 2014
Carpet Chemical Trends

RENT VS. OWNING April 2014
Why It's Important To Use Floor Mats

RENT VS. OWNING April 2014
Rewards Of Renting Floor Mats

RENT VS. OWNING April 2014
Facilities Benefit From Buying Floor Matting

PROTECTION FROM RESTROOM BACTERIA April 2014
How To Identify And Fight Restroom Germs

PROTECTION FROM RESTROOM BACTERIA April 2014
Using Proper Chemicals To Clean Restrooms

PROTECTION FROM RESTROOM BACTERIA April 2014
PPE That Protects Cleaning Workers

BOOK CLUB: ADVICE FROM UNEXPECTED PLACES February 2014
Recommended Reading: Lead For God's Sake

IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Reduce Worker Injuries With Water-fed Cleaning Poles

IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Purified Water Leaves Windows Streak-free

IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Automatic Window Cleaning Systems Save Time and Money

IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Clean Glass Faster With Self-climbing Window Washer Tools

K-12 SCHOOLS: IDEAL FACILITIES FOR GREEN CLEANING February 2014
H2Only Renewable Cleaning Puts Water Tech Into Practice

K-12 SCHOOLS: IDEAL FACILITIES FOR GREEN CLEANING February 2014
Commercial Cleaning Corp. Shares Green School Cleaning Guidelines

DELEGATE WITHOUT DISCOURAGING April 2014
Delegating Sales Tasks As A Branch Manager

LEARN BIG IDEAS IN THE BIG APPLE February 2014
WFBSC 2014 Congress Comes To New York

February 2014
Learn Pandemic Preparedness and How To Keep Employees At WFBSC 2014

February 2014
World Federation of Building Service Contractors Congress Leaves Time For Fun

UPCLOSE: RIDE ALONG February 2014
The Evolution of Commercial Floor Machines

UPCLOSE: RIDE ALONG February 2014
Ease Janitor Fatigue With Ride-on Auto Scrubbers

UPCLOSE: RIDE ALONG February 2014
Sit or Stand: Choosing Floor Equipment Fit For The Facility

UPCLOSE: RIDE ALONG February 2014
Taking A Shine To Ride-on Burnishers

COVER STORY: ARE FACILITY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES TAKING OVER THE WORLD? February 2014
More Buildings Are Outsourcing Facility Operations

COVER STORY: ARE FACILITY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES TAKING OVER THE WORLD? February 2014
Avoiding Third-party Cleaning Contracts

COVER STORY: ARE FACILITY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES TAKING OVER THE WORLD? February 2014
BSCs Join Forces With Facility Management Firms

COVER STORY: ARE FACILITY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES TAKING OVER THE WORLD? February 2014
Branding BSCs As Valuable Cleaning Experts

COVER STORY: ARE FACILITY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES TAKING OVER THE WORLD? February 2014
Make Cleaning Professional

CUSTOMER SERVICE: IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT February 2014
Your Delivery Drivers See Customers More Than Salespeople

CUSTOMER SERVICE: IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT February 2014
Drivers Are Brand Ambassadors

CUSTOMER SERVICE: IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT February 2014
Use Product Deliveries As Sales Opportunities

CUSTOMER SERVICE: IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT February 2014
Getting Drivers On Board With Customer Service Training

UPCLOSE: A PERSONAL TOUCH February 2014
Facilities Test Restroom Branding

UPCLOSE: A PERSONAL TOUCH February 2014
Spreading The Message With Dispenser Ads

UPCLOSE: A PERSONAL TOUCH February 2014
Benefits of Restroom Branding

UPCLOSE: A PERSONAL TOUCH February 2014
Restroom Advertising In Action

CLEANING UP THE CONFUSION February 2014
Understanding The Differences Between Cleaning Chemicals

CLEANING UP THE CONFUSION February 2014
When Is It Important To Sanitize

CLEANING UP THE CONFUSION February 2014
Disinfecting Fights Bacteria And Infections

CLEANING UP THE CONFUSION February 2014
Training On Proper Use Of Chemicals

WELCOMING POSITIVE IMPRESSIONS February 2014
Customizing Matting To Create Positive Impressions

WELCOMING POSITIVE IMPRESSIONS February 2014
Benefits Of Branding Floor Care Equipment

A SYSTEM FOR SUCCESS February 2014
Benefits of Flat Mopping Systems
Concordia University's switch to microfiber flat mops

A SYSTEM FOR SUCCESS February 2014
Mopping Systems Create Cleaning Efficiencies

THE GO-TO GAL February 2014
2013 Sales Leader: Tracey Caville, Swish Maintenance Ltd.

THE CHAMELEON February 2014
2013 Sales Leader: Jason Jones, Cavalier Inc.

SPREADING THE WEALTH February 2014
2013 Sales Leader: Paul Rebner, Waxie Sanitary Supply

THE TEAM PLAYER February 2014
2013 Sales Leader: Jim Sinn, Dalco

WIRED TO SELL February 2014
2013 Sales Leader: Jason Teigman, Bio-Shine Inc.

SUSTAINABLE COURSE February 2014
Introducing Zero Waste To Campus Sustainable Programs

SUSTAINABLE COURSE February 2014
Implementing Zero Waste Programs At High-Traffic Facilities

SUSTAINABLE COURSE February 2014
Necessary Changes Associated With Practicing Zero Waste

SUSTAINABLE COURSE February 2014
Prioritizing Green Building And Maintenance Initiatives

SUSTAINABLE COURSE February 2014
Breakdown Of ASU's Sustainable Advancements

February 2014
Does A Snow Day Mean No Pay?

RECOGNIZING AND THANKING MANAGERS OF DISTINCTION February 2014
Awarding Custodial Managers

WINTER WEATHER CARE February 2014
Snow, Salt and Storms: Winter Challenges and Lessons Learned

EMPLOYEE RETENTION STARTS WITH THESE FIVE FIRSTS February 2014
Employee Retention Strategies Should Start On A Worker's First Day

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Avoid Cleaning Downtime With Regular Battery Maintenance

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Flooded Batteries Top AGM, Gel Types

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Cleaning Battery Terminals

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Don't Forget To Water Your Batteries

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Charging Lead Acid Batteries

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Additional Battery Maintenance Tips

February 2014
Janitorial Training: Bloodborne Pathogens Quiz

February 2014
Washing Cloth and Microfiber Towels For Reuse

UPCLOSE: WIPE AWAY HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTIONS February 2014
Study On Laundered Towels Finds E. Coli, Tetanus

UPCLOSE: WIPE AWAY HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTIONS February 2014
Cloth Vs. Disposable Towels

UPCLOSE: WIPE AWAY HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTIONS February 2014
Training Hospital Cleaners To Use Wet Wipes

PUTTING THE SQUEEZE ON BUDGETS February 2014
Promoting Cleaning Efficiencies As Budgets Get Cut

PUTTING THE SQUEEZE ON BUDGETS February 2014
Boosting Cleaning Efficiencies: Where To Start

PUTTING THE SQUEEZE ON BUDGETS February 2014
A Team Cleaning Approach To Efficiency

PUTTING THE SQUEEZE ON BUDGETS February 2014
Cleaning Equipment That Streamlines Processes

PUTTING THE SQUEEZE ON BUDGETS February 2014
Creating A Quality Assurance Cleaning Program

WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Benefits to Battery or Cordless Vacuums

WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Motors And Their Impact On Vacuum Noise Levels

WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Vacuum Care And Maintenance Tips

WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Incorporating Various Types of Vacuums In Your Program

WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Choosing Vacuums Based On Size And Accessories

February 2014
Avoiding the Affordable Care Act Is Risky Business

November 2013
Changing The Salesperson Compensation Plan

NONPROFIT PROFILE: CLEANING FOR A (GOOD) REASON November 2013
Nonprofit Gives Free Housecleanings To Cancer Patients

NONPROFIT PROFILE: CLEANING FOR A (GOOD) REASON November 2013
Maid Business Owner Debbie Sardone Makes Generosity A Company Policy

NONPROFIT PROFILE: CLEANING FOR A (GOOD) REASON November 2013
Cleaning For A Reason Launches As Nationwide Nonprofit

NONPROFIT PROFILE: CLEANING FOR A (GOOD) REASON November 2013
Give A Little Bit: JanSan Professionals Join Forces With Cleaning For A Reason

NONPROFIT PROFILE: CLEANING FOR A (GOOD) REASON November 2013
Cleaning Close To The Heart

DELIVERING THE GOODS November 2013
Freetime: Tom Drupp, Americhem Inc.

BOOK CLUB: BOUNDARIES FOR LEADERS November 2013
Learn To Be A Great Business Leader

IN THE FIELD: WINTERTIME PRESENTS FLOOR CLEANING CHALLENGES November 2013
Developing A Winter Floor Care Program

IN THE FIELD: WINTERTIME PRESENTS FLOOR CLEANING CHALLENGES November 2013
The Key To Protecting Floors Is Proper Matting

IN THE FIELD: WINTERTIME PRESENTS FLOOR CLEANING CHALLENGES November 2013
Maintain Floors By Increasing Cleaning Frequency

IN THE FIELD: WINTERTIME PRESENTS FLOOR CLEANING CHALLENGES November 2013
Scrubbing And Stripping: Sprucing Up Floors For Spring

FOLLOW THREE PRINCIPLES WHEN DISCIPLINING JANITORS November 2013
HR: A Disciplinary Program For Janitors

UPCLOSE: BUILDING A COMPLETE CARPET CARE PROGRAM November 2013
Proper Carpet Care Starts With A Plan

UPCLOSE: BUILDING A COMPLETE CARPET CARE PROGRAM November 2013
What's The Difference Between A Spot and A Stain?

UPCLOSE: BUILDING A COMPLETE CARPET CARE PROGRAM November 2013
Maintain The Life Of Carpet With Interim Cleaning

UPCLOSE: BUILDING A COMPLETE CARPET CARE PROGRAM November 2013
Minimize Downtime With Effective Carpet Extractor Machines

UPCLOSE: BUILDING A COMPLETE CARPET CARE PROGRAM November 2013
Carpet Drying Tools Reduce Resoiling

COVER STORY: GIANT COMPETITION November 2013
Online Retailer Amazon Enters The Janitorial Supply Market

COVER STORY: GIANT COMPETITION November 2013
AmazonSupply Is Changing Customer Expectations

COVER STORY: GIANT COMPETITION November 2013
SEO Is The Key To Driving Web Traffic, e-Commerce

COVER STORY: GIANT COMPETITION November 2013
Janitorial Supply Distributors Need To Embrace Digital Marketing — Or Else

COVER STORY: GIANT COMPETITION November 2013
Keeping The ‘Human Touch’ Alive During The Sales Process

COVER STORY: GIANT COMPETITION November 2013
SEO Is Changing With Hummingbird Speed

BSC PROFILE: LEADING BY EXAMPLE November 2013
Paul Greenland Leads Aetna Building Maintenance Into A New Era

BSC PROFILE: LEADING BY EXAMPLE November 2013
From Washing Floors To Aetna Company President

BSC PROFILE: LEADING BY EXAMPLE November 2013
'Think Green, Think Aetna'

BSC PROFILE: LEADING BY EXAMPLE November 2013
Aetna Reinvents Itself As A Facility Maintenance Organization

UNROLLING TOILET TISSUE SANITATION November 2013
Reducing Cross-Contamination Of Toilet Tissue

UNROLLING TOILET TISSUE SANITATION November 2013
Minimizing Microbes on Toilet Tissue Dispensers

UNROLLING TOILET TISSUE SANITATION November 2013
Touchless Toilet Tissue Improves Sanitation

November 2013
Independent Contractor Definition For Cleaning Companies

IN THE FIELD: BEST PRACTICES FOR GROUT CLEANING November 2013
Prevent Grout Cleaning Mistakes

IN THE FIELD: BEST PRACTICES FOR GROUT CLEANING November 2013
Grout Cleaning Tips

IN THE FIELD: BEST PRACTICES FOR GROUT CLEANING November 2013
Removing Odor From Floor Grout

IN THE FIELD: BEST PRACTICES FOR GROUT CLEANING November 2013
Grout Cleaning Tools

SUSTAINABILITY: LEED V4 November 2013
LEED Gets A Makeover

SUSTAINABILITY: LEED V4 November 2013
Green Cleaning Loses LEED EBOM Credit

SUSTAINABILITY: LEED V4 November 2013
LEED EBOM v4 Expands Green Cleaning Prerequisite

SUSTAINABILITY: LEED V4 November 2013
75 Percent of LEED Cleaning Product Purchases Must Be Green

SUSTAINABILITY: LEED V4 November 2013
Additional LEED EBOM v4 Updates

THE DIRT ON WICKING November 2013
Exposing Carpet Care Culprits That Lead To Soil Wicking

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Must-have Vacuum Attachments

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Increase Cleaning Efficiency With Backpack Vacuums

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Foot Traffic, Floor Surface Dictate Vacuum Cleaning Frequencies

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Are Extra Vacuum Features Worth The Cost?

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Reap The Benefits of Ergonomic Vacuums

WITH THIS TEST, FLOOR STRIPPING WILL BE DONE RIGHT THE FIRST TIME November 2013
Stripping Floors Only Once Is A Huge Timesaver

November 2013
Take The Floor Stripper Test

CLEANING WITHOUT JANITORS November 2013
Restroom Cleaning Without Janitors

November 2013
Training Facility Employees To Clean Restrooms

November 2013
Keep Restroom Cleaning Simple For Facility Employees

November 2013
Use A Restroom Cleaning Checklist

LEFT OUT IN THE COLD October 2013
Ice Melt's Place In A Green Cleaning Program

LEFT OUT IN THE COLD October 2013
Green Certified Ice Melt And It's Effectiveness

A HEALTHY CLEAN October 2013
Where And When To Use Disinfectants In Healthcare Facilities

A HEALTHY CLEAN October 2013
Preventing HAIs With Disinfectants

A HEALTHY CLEAN October 2013
Proper Use Of Cleaners And Disinfectants

A HEALTHY CLEAN October 2013
Using Cleaning And Disinfecting Wipes In Healthcare

A HEALTHY CLEAN October 2013
Misconceptions Of Cleaners And Disinfectants

IN THE FIELD: UPHOLSTERY CARE October 2013
BSCs Add Lucrative Upholstery Cleaning Services

IN THE FIELD: UPHOLSTERY CARE October 2013
Know Your Fibers Before Launching Commercial Upholstery Business

IN THE FIELD: UPHOLSTERY CARE October 2013
Hot-water Extraction Popular Method For Upholstery Cleaning

IN THE FIELD: UPHOLSTERY CARE October 2013
Upholstery Care Includes Cubicles, Office Furniture

October 2013
Deodorizing With HVAC Systems in Commercial Properties

WALK OFF WINNER October 2013
Minimize Dirt with Walk-Off Matting

WALK OFF WINNER October 2013
Routine Cleaning Of Walk-Off Matting

UPCLOSE: DECODING DUST MOPS October 2013
Looped-end Vs. Cut-trim Mop Heads

UPCLOSE: DECODING DUST MOPS October 2013
Industry Moves Toward Microfiber Dust Mops

UPCLOSE: DECODING DUST MOPS October 2013
Synthetic Dust Mops Last Longer and Are More Durable

UPCLOSE: DECODING DUST MOPS October 2013
Velcro Mop Backings Expected To Stick Around

TURNING JANITORS INTO MANAGERS October 2013
Promote A Janitor To Manager

DEBUGGING CARPETS October 2013
Carpet Cleaning Techniques That Prevent Pest Infestations

DEBUGGING CARPETS October 2013
Vacuums Aid In Pest Control

DEBUGGING CARPETS October 2013
Control Pests With Carpet Extraction

DEBUGGING CARPETS October 2013
Using Entrance Matting To Prevent Pests

EATING ODOR AT ITS SOURCE October 2013
Odor Control With An Odor Digester

October 2013
Enzymes Remove Urine Odor In Grout

October 2013
Enzymes Are A Great Carpet Odor Remover

October 2013
Drain Odor? Try Digesters

FROM DISTRIBUTOR TO CAR CLUB JUNKIE October 2013
Freetime: Roger Parrott Jr., ISSA Foundation

BOOK CLUB: THE GREAT GAME OF BUSINESS October 2013
Run An Open-Book Business

SM SALES SURVEY: SLOW GROWTH October 2013
Janitorial Distributor Sales Up Nearly 2 Percent

SM SALES SURVEY: SLOW GROWTH October 2013
Redefining The Distribution Sales Model

SM SALES SURVEY: SLOW GROWTH October 2013
Successful Distributors Sell Solutions, Not Products

SM SALES SURVEY: SLOW GROWTH October 2013
Healthcare, Industrial Cleaning Fuel Jan/San Sales

SM SALES SURVEY: SLOW GROWTH October 2013
Product Sales Bounce Back, Paper Still Reigns

SM SALES SURVEY: SLOW GROWTH October 2013
Jan/San Professionals Optimistic About The Future

IN THE FIELD: FLOOR CARE October 2013
Concrete Flooring Regains Popularity

IN THE FIELD: FLOOR CARE October 2013
High Gloss Concrete Is Beautiful and Easy To Maintain

IN THE FIELD: FLOOR CARE October 2013
Finding The Right Concrete Maintenance Program

IN THE FIELD: FLOOR CARE October 2013
Cleaning Stained And Polished Concrete Floors

TECHNOLOGY: TOP 10 REASONS TO USE CRM SOFTWARE October 2013
Read an Excerpt From Mark Dancer's New Software Guide: "Getting the Most Out of CRM"

TECHNOLOGY: TOP 10 REASONS TO USE CRM SOFTWARE October 2013
Manage The Sales Pipeline With CRM Software

TECHNOLOGY: TOP 10 REASONS TO USE CRM SOFTWARE October 2013
CRM Software Reports Improve Sales Forecasts and Planning

WEIGHING THE OPTIONS October 2013
Tips To Selecting Soaps And Sanitizers

WEIGHING THE OPTIONS October 2013
Choosing Between Foam, Green And Antibacterial Soaps

WEIGHING THE OPTIONS October 2013
How Health Outbreaks Elevated The Importance of Hand Sanitizing

10/25/2013
GSA Finalizes RFQ for Federal Strategic Sourcing for JanSan

THE POWER OF WATER October 2013
Understanding Enhanced Water Technologies

10/23/2013
Follow-Up Cleanliness Tests Revealing For Hotels

10/22/2013
Study: Alarming Increase in Sick People Reporting to Work

10/21/2013
Promoting Handwashing In Schools

UPCLOSE: HEAVY METAL October 2013
Study Shows Launderable Shop Towels May Contribute To Metal Exposure

UPCLOSE: HEAVY METAL October 2013
Sell Safety With Disposable Industrial Towels

UPCLOSE: HEAVY METAL October 2013
Help Customers Determine Cost-Savings With Industrial Wipes

UPCLOSE: HEAVY METAL October 2013
Opposing Outook: Organization Rebuffs Launderable Shop Towels Study

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: ODOR CONTROL October 2013
What Causes Urine To Smell In Restrooms?

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: ODOR CONTROL October 2013
Remove Odor, Don’t Mask It

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: ODOR CONTROL October 2013
Avoid Going Overboard With Odor Control

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: ODOR CONTROL October 2013
Odor Control Tips For Smelly Kitchen Drains and Waste Receptacles

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: ODOR CONTROL October 2013
Stop Waterless Urinal Odor Problems

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: ODOR CONTROL October 2013
Removing Foul Urine Odor From Grout And Walls

BUYING GROUPS: MEMBER BENEFITS October 2013
Reap The Benefits Of Buying Group Regional Distribution Centers

BUYING GROUPS: MEMBER BENEFITS October 2013
Taking Advantage Of Buying Group Services: Networking And Tech 

BUYING GROUPS: MEMBER BENEFITS October 2013
Expand Your Reach With A Jan/San Group Purchase Organization

LABOR AND THE LAW October 2013
Improper Worker Classification Leads To Litigation

DOWN AND DIRTY: CLEANING FREQUENTLY TOUCHED OBJECTS FOR HEALTH October 2013
Infection Control: Cleaning Frequently Touched Objects

10/4/2013
Why Don't People Recycle?

MARKETING: BE SOCIAL September 2013
Do You Have A Social Media Team?

MARKETING: BE SOCIAL September 2013
Grow Your Company With LinkedIn Groups

MARKETING: BE SOCIAL September 2013
Using B2B Social Media Marketing To Build Your Brand

MARKETING: BE SOCIAL September 2013
#Networking On Twitter

MARKETING: BE SOCIAL September 2013
Create A Successful Social Media Campaign

MARKETING: BE SOCIAL September 2013
Social Media Tips

THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
CDC Says Hand Drying Is Essential

THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
America Has A Hand Hygiene Problem

THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
Study: Mayo Clinic Compares Paper Towels, Other Hand Drying Methods

THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
Remove More Germs With Proper Paper Towel Use

THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
Mayo Experts Recommend Paper Towels

IT'S YOUR SHOW September 2013
Start Planning For ISSA/INTERCLEAN

September 2013
ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2013 Will Have Three Keynote Speakers

September 2013
ISSA Convention Feature More Than 30 Educational Sessions

September 2013
Have Fun and Network at ISSA/INTERCLEAN Las Vegas 2013

10/1/2013
Studies Show How Proper Cleaning, Hand Washing Reduce Infection

WAKE-UP CALL September 2013
Armchem International Rethinks Business During Great Recession

WAKE-UP CALL September 2013
Lead Generation In A Bad Economy

WAKE-UP CALL September 2013
Adding To The Inside Sales Team

WAKE-UP CALL September 2013
Handi-Clean Products Acquisition Boosts Private Brands

WAKE-UP CALL September 2013
Sales Fundamentals Work In Any Economy

WAKE-UP CALL September 2013
At Armchem International Corp., Sales Is A Family Affair

9/27/2013
Survey: Hand Washing Habits And Infection Control In The Office

GHS COUNTDOWN September 2013
Global Commerce Drives GHS Chemical Labeling

GHS COUNTDOWN September 2013
HazCom History: The “Right To Know” Act

GHS COUNTDOWN September 2013
Learning The GHS Glossary

GHS COUNTDOWN September 2013
Manufacturers Make The Switch To GHS Labels, SDS Sheets

GHS COUNTDOWN September 2013
Help Employers Meet The GHS Training Deadline

9/25/2013
Backpack Vacuums Improve Worker Productivity

9/19/2013
Survey: 73 Percent Of People Believe A Bad Restroom Indicates Poor Management

9/17/2013
Techniques To Fend Off Germs As Cold And Flu Season Approaches

UPCLOSE: FLOOR CARE WISE BUYS September 2013
Increase Value With Multi-Task Floor Machines

UPCLOSE: FLOOR CARE WISE BUYS September 2013
Floor Equipment Training Matters

UPCLOSE: FLOOR CARE WISE BUYS September 2013
Floor Care Equipment Buyers Place Ease-of-use Over Price

UPCLOSE: FLOOR CARE WISE BUYS September 2013
Finding Floor Machines Built To Last

SHOPPING FOR A SUSTAINABLE VACUUM August 2013
Tips To Purchasing Sustainable Vacuums

SHOPPING FOR A SUSTAINABLE VACUUM August 2013
Cost vs. Value Of Sustainable Vacuums

IN THE FIELD: PAMPER TENANTS WITH LUXURY FOAM HAND SOAPS August 2013
Spa Soaps Gain Entrée In The Away-From-Home Market

IN THE FIELD: PAMPER TENANTS WITH LUXURY FOAM HAND SOAPS August 2013
Feel The Difference With High Quality Foam Hand Soap

IN THE FIELD: PAMPER TENANTS WITH LUXURY FOAM HAND SOAPS August 2013
Boost Hygiene — And Your Business — With Luxurious Hand Soaps

INSIDEHR: RECRUIT AN EMPLOYEE WHO WILL STICK AROUND August 2013
Tips For Hiring Janitors

BOOK CLUB: STRENGTHSFINDER 2.0 August 2013
Discover Your Five Strengths With StrengthsFinder 2.0

CHARITY RIDER September 2013
Freetime: Jeff Lannon, Pro-Link

SHEDDING LIGHT ON ENZYMATIC CLEANERS August 2013
Controlling Odors Using Enzyme Cleaners

SHEDDING LIGHT ON ENZYMATIC CLEANERS August 2013
Performance, Green Benefits Of Enzymatic Cleaners

SHEDDING LIGHT ON ENZYMATIC CLEANERS August 2013
Proper Handling And Use of Enzyme Cleaners

9/9/2013
Demand for Fragrances to Exceed $7 Billion in 2017

9/6/2013
ASTM Approves TRSA Management Practices as Green Laundry Standard

FOUR BENEFITS OF PREPORTIONED CHEMICAL USE August 2013
Four Benefits Of Preportioned Chemical Use
Mt. San Antonio College outlines why chemical packets have helped streamline departmental processes

UPCLOSE: CLEANING IS NOT THE SAME AS DISINFECTING August 2013
Disinfecting For Health

UPCLOSE: CLEANING IS NOT THE SAME AS DISINFECTING August 2013
Learn The Difference Between Sanitizing and Disinfecting

UPCLOSE: CLEANING IS NOT THE SAME AS DISINFECTING August 2013
Establishing Cleaning and Disinfecting Frequencies In Contracts

UPCLOSE: CLEANING IS NOT THE SAME AS DISINFECTING August 2013
Getting Building Occupants Involved In Office Cleanliness

UPCLOSE: A HEALTHIER APPROACH TO DISINFECTING SCHOOLS August 2013
Aligning Cleaning And Disinfecting Procedures In Schools

UPCLOSE: A HEALTHIER APPROACH TO DISINFECTING SCHOOLS August 2013
Disinfecting Schools' High Touch Surfaces

UPCLOSE: A HEALTHIER APPROACH TO DISINFECTING SCHOOLS August 2013
Green Disinfectant Options

UPCLOSE: A HEALTHIER APPROACH TO DISINFECTING SCHOOLS August 2013
Disinfecting Child Care Centers

SUSTAINABILITY STANDS OUT August 2013
Creating Sustainable Cleaning Bids

SUSTAINABILITY STANDS OUT August 2013
Embracing Sustainable Practices In Business

August 2013
Quantify Sustainability Solutions

SUSTAINABILITY STANDS OUT August 2013
Seal The Deal With Cleaning Case Studies

9/5/2013
Health Care Reform: Notify Employees by October 1, 2013

9/5/2013
The Andersen Company Adds Sales Staff

9/4/2013
Guardian Service Industries Mourns the Death of Chairman Emeritus

9/4/2013
Pro-Link Promotes Brian Slack to President

SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
U.S. Green Building Council Updates LEED Cleaning Requirements

SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
New LEED v4 Green Cleaning Points and Requirements

SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
Stricter Requirements for LEED Credits

SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
LEED Eligible Equipment And More

SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
Distributors Important Role in LEED v4 Certification

WATCH OUT FOR WARNING SIGNS August 2013
Understanding OSHA's GHS Requirements

WATCH OUT FOR WARNING SIGNS August 2013
The 'Right To Know' About Chemical Hazards

WATCH OUT FOR WARNING SIGNS August 2013
Updates To The GHS Language

WATCH OUT FOR WARNING SIGNS August 2013
Training Workers On GHS Requirements

WATCH OUT FOR WARNING SIGNS August 2013
GHS Chemical Label Specifics

9/3/2013
MMMM Wins BSCAI Safety Award

9/2/2013
Cascades Wins Bronze Stevie Award

8/30/2013
Wastequip Names New Vice President-GM

SUPPLY & COMMAND August 2013
Latest Federal Strategic Sourcing Initiative To Target Jan/San Distributors

SUPPLY & COMMAND August 2013
GSA Strategic Sourcing Centers On Price — And Little Else

SUPPLY & COMMAND August 2013
FSSI JanSan Could Devastate Small Suppliers

SUPPLY & COMMAND August 2013
Defining Small Business In FSSI Purchasing Programs

SUPPLY & COMMAND August 2013
Distributors Search For Strategic Sourcing Solutions

8/28/2013
Clinical Study Explores C. Diff Prevention

UPCLOSE: MATTING FOR THE ENTIRE FACILITY August 2013
Stop Dirt At The Door With Exterior Floor Mats

UPCLOSE: MATTING FOR THE ENTIRE FACILITY August 2013
Reduce Injuries and Labor Costs With Building Floor Mats

UPCLOSE: MATTING FOR THE ENTIRE FACILITY August 2013
Maintaining Commercial Floor Matting

8/27/2013
CRI Announces New Maintenance Protocol for Seal of Approval Products

8/27/2013
Breakdown Of EPA Industrial Wipes Standard

8/26/2013
Three Keys To Properly Maintaining Restrooms

ONE MAN VS. THE UNION August 2013
Indianapolis BSC Becomes Target Of SEIU Corporate Campaign

ONE MAN VS. THE UNION August 2013
Bego Begins His Career In The Building Service Industry

ONE MAN VS. THE UNION August 2013
EMS Endures 'Death By A Thousand Cuts,' Other Union Tactics

ONE MAN VS. THE UNION August 2013
Dave Bego Urges SEIU To 'Fish Or Cut Bait'

ONE MAN VS. THE UNION August 2013
The Devil At My Doorstep: Bego Pens Memoir About His 'Three-Year-War'

AUTOMATED FLOOR CARE PACKS A BIG BANG FOR YOUR BUCK August 2013
Features Of Floor Equipment That Impact Purchases

LABOR AND THE LAW August 2013
What Not To Ask During A Job Interview

LABOR AND THE LAW August 2013
Off-limit Pre-Employment Inquiries

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: FLOOR EQUIPMENT CONCERNS August 2013
How To Spot Green Floor Maintenance Equipment

August 2013
When Cleaning With Water Only Works — And When It Doesn’t

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: FLOOR EQUIPMENT CONCERNS August 2013
Ride-on Floor Scrubbers Vs. Walk-behind Floor Scrubbers

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: FLOOR EQUIPMENT CONCERNS August 2013
Green Floor Cleaning With Recycling Carpet Extractor Machines

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: FLOOR EQUIPMENT CONCERNS August 2013
Maintenance Tips For Commercial Floor Cleaning Equipment

8/21/2013
Antimicrobial Coating Keeps Touchpoints Cleaner, Kills Bacteria

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS August 2013
Purchasing And Practicing Green Cleaning In Schools

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS August 2013
Cutbacks at Chicago Public Schools

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS August 2013
The Role of CPS Director of Asset Management

8/20/2013
Tips To Keeping Colleges Bed Bug Free

CAST AWAY August 2013
Freetime: Tobie McKown, The United Group

LEFT OUT IN THE COLD August 2013
Standards For Green Ice Melt Are Lacking

UPCLOSE: ICE MELT August 2013
Low Consumer Demand For Green Ice Melt Products

UPCLOSE: ICE MELT August 2013
EPA Only Third-Party To Offer Green Ice Melt Certification

UPCLOSE: ICE MELT August 2013
Selling Points: Green Ice Melt Is Better For The Environment — And Effective, too

8/13/2013
Wiper Rule Endorses Reusable Textile Services Operations

REALITY CHECK September 2013
Do You Set Realistic Sales Goals?

REALITY CHECK September 2013
High Sales Expectations Have a Hidden Cost

SORTING OUT ODOR ISSUES June 2013
Combating Odors In Restrooms

SORTING OUT ODOR ISSUES June 2013
How To Remove Odors From Facilities

7/31/2013
Sanitaire Offers Chance To Win 10 Sanitaire Commercial Products

BOOK CLUB: TRACTION June 2013
Business Owners Take Note: Moving A Company Forward Takes Traction

SORTING OUT ODOR ISSUES June 2013
Identify Type And Location Of Odor Control Products

IN THE FIELD: ERGONOMIC MOPPING EQUIPMENT AND TECHNIQUE June 2013
Reduce Injuries With Ergonomic Mops

IN THE FIELD: MOPS June 2013
Microfiber Flat Mops Allow Employees To Clean With Ease

IN THE FIELD: MOPS June 2013
Investing In ‘Smart’ Mop Handles

IN THE FIELD: MOPS June 2013
Training Employees On Proper Mopping Techniques

IN THE FIELD: TOILET TISSUE GOES TOUCH-FREE June 2013
Touchless Toilet Paper Dispensers – There's More Than The ‘Cool Factor’

June 2013
Touchless Toilet Paper Dispensers Aid Disabled Users

IN THE FIELD: RESTROOM CARE June 2013
Any Market Can Benefit From Automatic Toilet Tissue Dispensers

7/26/2013
Slippery Floors: Why They Happen And Tips To Prevention

7/25/2013
EPA Expands List of Safer Chemical Ingredients

SORTING OUT ODOR ISSUES June 2013
Odor Control Scents: The Smell Of Clean

SORTING OUT ODOR ISSUES June 2013
Facility Odors Impact Perception: Where To Use Odor Control Products

LABOR AND THE LAW June 2013
Can Building Service Contractors Consider Criminal Convictions In Employment Decisions?

IN THE FIELD: SUSTAINABLE VACUUMS June 2013
Shopping For Sustainable Vacuum Cleaners

SHOPPING FOR A SUSTAINABLE VACUUM June 2013
A Durable Vacuum Is A Sustainable One

SHOPPING FOR A SUSTAINABLE VACUUM June 2013
Sustainability Includes Availability of Replacement Vacuum Parts

7/18/2013
Study: Public Toilet Is Cleaner Than The Average Cell Phone

CLEAN BILL OF HEALTH June 2013
Infection Prevention Techniques That Work

A LIFETIME OF MUSIC June 2013
Freetime: Doug Neal, Hillyard

DO NOT LET EXPERIENCED SALES REPS RESIST CHANGE August 2013
Experienced Sales People Resist Change

7/12/2013
Cascades Honors Distributors For Environmental Efforts

7/11/2013
Veteran Flooring Professional Joins SCS Global

BUNDLING YOUR BRAND June 2013
Private Label Lines Are Growing

BUNDLING YOUR BRAND June 2013
Selling Private Label Cleaning Products

BUNDLING YOUR BRAND June 2013
Product Bundling As Business Protection

BUNDLING YOUR BRAND June 2013
Marketing Private Label Lines

7/10/2013
JANCOA Named Finalist for Goering Center Award

7/10/2013
Trojan Receives Investment from Boston-based Charlesbank

7/10/2013
Study Reveals Hand Sanitizer Efficacy

READY TO UNPLUG June 2013
Are Battery-Powered Vacuums Worth The Cost?

READY TO UNPLUG June 2013
Technology In Battery-Operated Vacuums Is Improving

READY TO UNPLUG June 2013
Don’t Trade Cleaning Performance For Battery-Powered Vacuums

7/8/2013
HFI Adds To Vendor Advisory Board

7/5/2013
AFFLINK Welcomes New Supplier

7/3/2013
Betco Adds To Sales Team

7/3/2013
USGBC’s LEED v4 Passes Ballot and Will Launch This Fall

7/2/2013
Survey Finds That Workers Are More Productive Today Than Five Years Ago

7/2/2013
GOJO Shares Sustainability Report

7/1/2013
P&G Professional Launches Redesigned Website

6/28/2013
Imperial Bag Acquires Morton Paper Co.

GREENER PASTURES FOR FLOORS June 2013
LEED: Green Cleaning With Sustainable Equipment

6/27/2013
xpedx Earns ENERGY STAR Designation

GROWING YOUNGER? June 2013
Personality Traits To Look For When Hiring Young People

GROWING YOUNGER? June 2013
Using Internships To Attract Young Professionals To The Janitorial Industry

June 2013
InsideHR: Sharing Employee Background Checks With Customers

GROWING YOUNGER? June 2013
Recruiting Young Professionals To The Janitorial Supply Industry

GROWING YOUNGER? June 2013
Company Perks That Attract Young Professionals

GROWING YOUNGER? June 2013
Tips For Retaining Young Professionals

6/26/2013
Hill & Markes Hires New CFO

GREENER PASTURES FOR FLOORS June 2013
Training Tips For Floor Equipment

6/25/2013
Five Easy Tips for Facilities to Become LEED-Certified

GREENER PASTURES FOR FLOORS June 2013
Floor Care Equipment That Contributes To LEED Certification

6/25/2013
Sustainability Dashboard Tools Honors World Facility Management Day

A STRONGER SUPPLY CHAIN June 2013
Janitorial Wholesalers Assist Buying Group Members
Buying group presence provides information exchange

HEALTHCARE CLEANING: HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTIONS June 2013
Cleaning For Hospital-Acquired Infections
With the right products and procedures, BSCs can prevent the spread of Norovirus, C. diff, MRSA and CRE

HEALTHCARE CLEANING June 2013
Challenges Of Infection Control Cleaning

HEALTHCARE CLEANING June 2013
Building Healthcare Cleaning Services

HEALTHCARE CLEANING June 2013
Monitoring Infection Control Cleaning Results

A STRONGER SUPPLY CHAIN June 2013
Sanitary Supply Wholesaling Association Changes Buying Group Involvement At Conference

A STRONGER SUPPLY CHAIN June 2013
Benefits Of Janitorial Supply Wholesalers
Why janitorial supply wholesalers create a stronger supply chain

6/24/2013
Spartan Chemical Promotes Wesley Malone to Regional Manager

2013 READER SURVEY June 2013
Status Of In-House Departmental Budgets

2013 READER SURVEY June 2013
Trends In Green and Sustainability

2013 READER SURVEY June 2013
Product And Equipment Purchasing Trends

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS June 2013
Diluting With Preportioned Packets Over Wall-Mounted Chemical Dispensing Systems
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors.

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS June 2013
Understanding Proper Dilution of Preportioned Chemical Packs

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS June 2013
Gauging The Safety of Preportioned Chemical Packets

6/21/2013
Americo Welcomes Cameron Dunagan as Regional Manager

2013 READER SURVEY June 2013
2013 Housekeeping Solutions Reader Survey
A snapshot of the industry as it pertains to in-house custodial managers

6/21/2013
Demand for Disinfectant & Antimicrobial Chemicals to Reach $1.6 Billion in 2017

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS June 2013
High Concentration Chemical Packs

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS June 2013
Preventing Employee Theft Of Preportioned Chemical Packs

SOAP SELLING POINTS June 2013
Price Matters In Commercial Hand Soap Sales

SOAP SELLING POINTS June 2013
End-Users Prefer Foam Hand Soap

SOAP SELLING POINTS June 2013
Antibacterial Hand Soap Is First Choice For Healthcare Facilities

6/20/2013
ITW Foodservice Wiper Named Finalist for 2013 WOW Innovation Award

BSC PROFILE: CLEANING TAKES CENTER STAGE June 2013
Major Commercial Cleaning Services Nashville’s Premier Facilities
Robert Stewart's professional journey has taken him from Music Row to owning one of Tennessee's most successful cleaning firms

CLEANING TAKES CENTER STAGE June 2013
Cleaning ‘Nowville’ — Stewart Secures Tennessee's Sacred Institutions And Up-And-Coming Spaces

CLEANING TAKES CENTER STAGE June 2013
Back To The Music Business — Sort Of

CLEANING TAKES CENTER STAGE June 2013
Music City Center Is MCC's Biggest Post-Construction Project, Yet

CLEANING TAKES CENTER STAGE June 2013
After A Sour Note, A Second Chance At Success

June 2013
Passing It On: Major Commercial Cleaning Offers Employees A Path To Success

CLEANING TAKES CENTER STAGE June 2013
A ‘Dream Job’

6/19/2013
Surveys Uncovers How Restroom Cleanliness Affects Usage

6/19/2013
Dade Paper Acquires Janitorial Supplies Business

6/19/2013
DPA Adds New Distributors

6/18/2013
IEHA Provides Ohio State University Ergonomics Training for Members

SPENDING YOUR SALES TIME WISELY June 2013
Spending Your Time Wisely On High-Potential Sales Accounts

6/18/2013
PROCYON Provides $500 Student Scholarship for Healthy Carpet Care Award

6/18/2013
Study Reveals Poor Hand Washing Practices

6/17/2013
NAW Institute Announces New Book For Wholesaler-Distributors

6/17/2013
NFPA, OSHA Work To Reduce Confusion Over Hazard Labeling

BLOWN AWAY June 2013
Hygiene And The Role Of Hand Dryers

HISTORY LESSON May 2013
Sanitary Maintenance 70th Anniversary Is A Great History Lesson

6/14/2013
Cintas Shares Sustainability Savings

BLOWN AWAY June 2013
Hand Dryers Offer Green Benefits

6/13/2013
HD Supply Opens New Distribution Center

6/13/2013
Restroom Germ Myths And Realities Revealed

6/12/2013
Congressional Hearing on the Federal Strategic Sourcing Initiative (FSSI) Will Not Include JanSan & MRO Industry Testimony

6/12/2013
White River Paper Company Adds to Salesforce

6/12/2013
Experts Answer Questions Regarding GS-51 Standard

6/12/2013
Neeld Paper Acquires Tri-Co. Supply

6/11/2013
Coverall Honors Ronnie Harris

6/11/2013
Green Purchases And Spending Are Increasing, Say Studies

6/11/2013
Carpet And Rug Institute Adds Certified Products

BLOWN AWAY June 2013
Financial Benefits of Hand Dryers

6/10/2013
USGBC to Offer Free LEED Certification in Select Markets

6/10/2013
LIKARR to Host Equipment Showcase June 18

6/7/2013
Survey Looks At Use Of Public Restrooms

6/7/2013
Dreumex Sponsors Dutch Rally Team XDakar

6/7/2013
Kaviac Adds Manufacturer Rep Groups

6/6/2013
Bornstein & Song Launch Website on JanSan FSSI Initiative

6/6/2013
NJSSA Golf Outing a Success

6/5/2013
John Day Company Partners With ITW For Distribution Deal

6/5/2013
Ten Reasons to Have Carpets Cleaned Year Round

6/5/2013
Network Receives Award For Operational Excellence

6/4/2013
The Budd Group Celebrates 50th Anniversary

6/3/2013
Sen. Frank Lautenberg, Advocate for Chemical Safety Laws, Dies

6/3/2013
Aetna Invests in Green Community Projects

5/31/2013
AFFLINK Welcomes Triad Service Solutions

5/31/2013
Americo Promotes Tom Owens to Director of Technical Services

5/30/2013
Mats Inc. Hires New Jan San Sales Manager for West Coast

5/29/2013
Betco Partners With Sobeys Grocery

5/28/2013
xpedx Awarded Energy Star

5/28/2013
IICRC and NFSI Partner to Prevent Slips and Falls

HOSPITAL-GRADE CLEANING PAYS OFF IN ANY MARKET April 2013
BSCs Expand Infection Control Services

HOSPITAL-GRADE CLEANING PAYS OFF IN ANY MARKET April 2013
Tailoring Infection Control Programs to the Market

HOSPITAL-GRADE CLEANING PAYS OFF IN ANY MARKET April 2013
Critical Cleaning Services Gain Steam

INSIDEHR April 2013
Asking Behavioral Questions Leads To Better Hires

TAKE A SHORTCUT TO SUCCESS April 2013
BSC Book Review: Shortcut To Prosperity

5/24/2013
Janitor University Accepting Students

5/24/2013
Mats Inc. Expands National Sales Team

5/23/2013
Armchem Launches New Lighting Division

5/23/2013
Top Ten Mistakes When Stripping Floors

5/22/2013
Developing A Carpet Maintenance Program

5/22/2013
Unisource Receives Sales Award From Elkay Plastics

5/22/2013
Betco Announces Transpare Certified Products

5/21/2013
Testing Your Green Cleaning Knowledge

5/21/2013
NISSCO Names Dutch Hollow Supplies Distributor of the Year

5/20/2013
Triple S Promotes John Ruston

THE NEW BOOK ON GREEN April 2013
Green Guides Updated By FTC

THE NEW BOOK ON GREEN April 2013
Differentiating One Green Label From Another

THE NEW BOOK ON GREEN April 2013
Distributor Support Green Training

THE NEW BOOK ON GREEN April 2013
Get To Know The Green Guides

STRIP AND RECOAT FLOORS LESS OFTEN April 2013
BSC's Ramp Up Floor Maintenance Programs

STRIP AND RECOAT FLOORS LESS OFTEN April 2013
Commercial Floor Mats, Chemical-Free Scrubbing Top BSC Floor Care Programs

STRIP AND RECOAT FLOORS LESS OFTEN April 2013
Floor Stripping Tips

5/17/2013
Cintas Cleans Park Restrooms

5/17/2013
Atlas Opens New Offices

MEMORABLE MOMENTS May 2013
Freetime: Highlights From The Past 13 Years

5/16/2013
Workshop Showcases How Antibacterial Products Are Judged Effective

5/15/2013
Huff United Expands Sales Team

5/14/2013
Study Outlines Transmission Of Germs

5/14/2013
ACS Purchases Glit Division, Opens New Plant

5/14/2013
Unisource to Offer Products from Tennant Company

EASY RESTAURANT CLEANING May 2013
Ward Off Foodborne Illnesses With Sanitizing Wipes

EASY RESTAURANT CLEANING May 2013
Wet Wipes Are Versatile, Easy to Use

EASY RESTAURANT CLEANING May 2013
Choosing The Right Sanitizer Wipe

EASY RESTAURANT CLEANING May 2013
The Cleaning Power of Wet Wipes

5/13/2013
ServiceMaster Announces New Franchise Agreements

WHEN SHOULD SALES MANAGERS GO ON FIELD VISITS? May 2013
Sales Managers Need To Make In-Person Sales Calls, Too

5/13/2013
PC4HS Board Member, Roni Barker, Receives Plant Facilities ESP of the Year Award

5/13/2013
NC House Bill Could End LEED Certifications for State Government Buildings

5/10/2013
Pro-Link Honors Members and Suppliers at Annual Meeting

5/10/2013
Unger Names William Ecker CEO

5/10/2013
Tips For Removing Gum and Adhesives from Carpets

TRACKING TRENDS WITH ERP May 2013
Distributors Find Real Time Solutions With ERP Software Programs

TRACKING TRENDS WITH ERP May 2013
Tapping into ERP Intelligence

TRACKING TRENDS WITH ERP May 2013
Doing More With Distribution Business Software

5/9/2013
Americo Adds New Production Line

5/9/2013
Industrial Scientific Opens New Distribution Center

TACKLING FLOORS WITH OSCILLATING MACHINES April 2013
Benefits Of Oscillating Floor Machines

TACKLING FLOORS WITH OSCILLATING MACHINES April 2013
Increase Productivity With Oscillating Floor Machines

TACKLING FLOORS WITH OSCILLATING MACHINES April 2013
Scrub Floors Using Less Chemical

5/8/2013
Tips To Safe and Healthy Commercial Laundry Care

5/7/2013
Network Services Company Recognizes Top Suppliers

5/7/2013
Trojan Battery Names Emasa Distributor for Chile

5/6/2013
Renewable Cleaning Supports ISSA Clean Standard

5/6/2013
Americo Acquires Gilt Microtron Assets

5/6/2013
Green Building Advisory Committee Recommends LEED for All GSA Buildings

5/5/2013
The Safety Zone Named NISSCO Supplier of the Year

5/3/2013
Betco Announces New Agreement

5/3/2013
NAW Institute Elects New Directors

5/3/2013
Six Ways to Reduce Energy Use in Office Buildings

5/2/2013
Changes Coming To Government Procurement of Cleaning Supplies and Services

5/2/2013
Malish Awards First Diamabrush Training Certificates

CRE JOINS THE SUPERBUGS April 2013
CRE Prevention Starts With Cleaning

5/2/2013
Cascades Antibacterial Towel Wins Edison Award Gold Medal

5/1/2013
Diversey BSC Sales Team Earn ISSA CIMS Certified Expert Status

THE FUNDAMENTALS OF CARPET EXTRACTION April 2013
Proper Carpet Care Starts With Vacuuming

THE FUNDAMENTALS OF CARPET EXTRACTION April 2013
How To Clean Carpets Using Chemicals

THE FUNDAMENTALS OF CARPET EXTRACTION April 2013
Proper Carpet Extraction Methods

THE FUNDAMENTALS OF CARPET EXTRACTION April 2013
Greener Options For Carpet Extraction

A FISH TALE April 2013
Freetime: Gavin Morisada, ABC Corp.

4/30/2013
Ten Fun Facts About Sense of Smell

4/30/2013
Triple S Appoints New Member Dealers

4/30/2013
Diversey Certifies BSCs for Day Cleaning Program

ON THE MONEY April 2013
The Many Cost Savings of Chemical Dilution Systems

ON THE MONEY April 2013
Chemical Dispensers Reduce Waste and Save Time

ON THE MONEY April 2013
Dilution Control Supports Green Initiatives

4/29/2013
Betco Adds New Team Members

4/26/2013
Five Common Slip and Fall Myths

4/26/2013
Pro-Link Expands Member Benefits With Seal 360 Consulting

4/26/2013
GOJO Named S.P Richards Vendor of the Year

4/25/2013
Brawny Kicks Off Great American Worker Contest

4/25/2013
Minnesota Students Honored for Fight Against “Handwashing Horrors”

LABOR LAW April 2013
Four Reasons For The Decline In Union Membership

4/24/2013
Unisource Worldwide Signs Letter of Intent with International Paper

4/24/2013
KBM Releases Sustainability Report

4/24/2013
Epicor to Host May Conference in Nashville

THE SOCIAL NETWORK April 2013
BSCs Tap Into Social Media to Attract Talent

THE SOCIAL NETWORK April 2013
Hire Cleaning Professionals Faster with Social Recruiting

THE SOCIAL NETWORK April 2013
Online Recruiting Reveals 'the Real Person' Behind the Resume

THE SOCIAL NETWORK April 2013
Social Profiling

THE SOCIAL NETWORK April 2013
Privacy Paradox: Understanding Social Media Law

COMMERCIAL HAND DRYERS IN HIGH DEMAND April 2013
With Improved Technology Hand Dryers Capture New Markets

COMMERCIAL HAND DRYERS IN HIGH DEMAND April 2013
New Hand Dryer Models are Hygienic and 'Hip'

COMMERCIAL HAND DRYERS IN HIGH DEMAND April 2013
Selling the Benefits of Hand Dryers

4/23/2013
NISSCO Expands ISSA CIMS I.C.E. Workshop

4/23/2013
DPA Honors Award Winners

4/22/2013
ProTeam Appoints New Rep Groups

4/22/2013
Seven Tips To Cleaning Ceramic Flooring

4/22/2013
Earth Day: A Reason To Celebrate

4/22/2013
MedAssets Recognizes Unisource As a Silver Supplier

WARNING SIGNS April 2013
OSHA HazCom Rules are Changing

WARNING SIGNS April 2013
Looking Back at OSHA Workplace Safety Laws

WARNING SIGNS April 2013
Learning the GHS language

WARNING SIGNS April 2013
New GHS Standard Puts Pressure on Employers, Chemical Manufacturers

WARNING SIGNS April 2013
OSHA GHS Training Deadline is Dec. 1, 2013

SHOWERED IN SAVINGS April 2013
Shower Amenities Result In Big Savings

SHOWERED IN SAVINGS April 2013
Financial Savings To Wall-Mounted Amenities

4/19/2013
Spartan Chemical Offers OSHA GHS Training

4/19/2013
U.S. Products Begins Facebook Series on Wall-to-Wall Carpeting

4/19/2013
DPA Members Tune Up Their Sales in Music City

4/18/2013
ASHRAE Publishes Second Edition of Hospital Design Manual

4/18/2013
NSF Partners With HHI to Educate Consumers on Home Health and Safety

4/18/2013
Cascades Tissue Group Unveils its Revamped Away-from-Home Website

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TOWEL & TISSUE April 2013
Paper Towels Versus Hand Dryers

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TOWEL & TISSUE April 2013
Are High-quality Towels Worth the Cost?

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TOWEL & TISSUE April 2013
Limiting Paper Towel Consumption and Waste

THE FIGHT AGAINST C. DIFF April 2013
How To Prevent C. diff Through Better Cleaning

THE FIGHT AGAINST C. DIFF April 2013
Bleach and Other Chemicals Effective Against C. diff

THE FIGHT AGAINST C. DIFF April 2013
Chemical Alternatives For Preventing C. diff

THE FIGHT AGAINST C. DIFF April 2013
C. diff Cleaning Procedures

THE FIGHT AGAINST C. DIFF April 2013
C. diff Prevention: Hand Washing

PREVENT SLIPS AND FALLS AS A VALUE-ADDED SERVICE April 2013
Revised OSHA Walkway Requirements on the Horizon

PREVENT SLIPS AND FALLS AS A VALUE-ADDED SERVICE April 2013
New Tests Measure Floor Traction

PREVENT SLIPS AND FALLS AS A VALUE-ADDED SERVICE April 2013
OSHA Floor Audits Require a 'Qualified Person'

PREVENT SLIPS AND FALLS AS A VALUE-ADDED SERVICE April 2013
Certified Distributors Can Provide Walkway Audits

4/17/2013
Mats Inc. Receives Top Awards from ADEX Program

4/17/2013
HFI Advisory Board Member and NFSI President Russell Kendzior to Speak at RIMS 2013 National Conference

4/16/2013
Network Services Company Recognized by MedAssets as Top Supplier

4/16/2013
3M Announces New Appointments

April 2013
Improving Sales Performance With Four Goals

4/16/2013
Identifying The Single Biggest Water-Consuming Fixture In A Facility

STANDARDIZING FLOOR MATS April 2013
Matting That Reduces Slips, Trips And Falls

STANDARDIZING FLOOR MATS April 2013
Safety Regulations For Commercial Mats

STANDARDIZING FLOOR MATS April 2013
Further Explanation Of Matting Standards

4/15/2013
Janitors Choose Rival Union After Contract Changes Hands

4/15/2013
Status of the USDA BioPreferred Program

4/15/2013
Avmor Announces Appointments

SLAMMED April 2013
Hurricane Sandy Slams East Coast Distributors

SLAMMED April 2013
Janitorial Suppliers Prepare For The Storm

SLAMMED April 2013
Superstorm Left Distributors in The Dark

SLAMMED April 2013
After Hurricane Sandy East Coast Cleaning Professionals Get Back to Business

SLAMMED April 2013
Distributors Donate Time, Supplies to Hurricane Sandy Victims

4/12/2013
RyZun Runs Promotion for New Distributors on IndustryHuddle.com

4/12/2013
Avmor Announces Results of Sustainability Report

4/11/2013
Dade Paper acquires Mid-South Maintenance Supply

4/11/2013
Andrea Osterkorn Joins PLZ Aeroscience Management Team

4/10/2013
Avmor Hires Jim Grosse

4/10/2013
Eco Concepts Promotes Gil Oren to President of the Company

4/10/2013
Six Tips To Disposing Carpet Cleaning Wastewater

4/9/2013
PLZ Aeroscience’s Ben Heimann Appointed to WAIB Board

4/9/2013
USGBC Adds Green Building Finance Expert

4/8/2013
Seven Tips for Making Facilities More Sustainable

4/8/2013
Norovirus Plagues Children, Says CDC Study

4/8/2013
Tim Corcoran Joins PLZ Aeroscience Sales Team

4/5/2013
Federal Team Turns in 'Hospital Sustainability Plan'

4/4/2013
ANSI/IICRC Opens Up Water Damage Restoration Standard for Public Review

4/4/2013
Nominations Open for the 12th Annual America's Best Restroom Contest

4/3/2013
Six Myths About Caring for Wool Carpeting Dispelled

4/3/2013
EPA to Revise Design for Environment Program

4/3/2013
STOKO Names Ken Bartley 2012 Salesman of the Year

4/2/2013
City Employees Forced To Supply Toilet Tissue

4/1/2013
WAXIE Sanitary Supply Announces Corporate Vendor of the Year

3/29/2013
STOKO Names Southeast Top Sales Region for 2012

February 2013
Carpet Encapsulation Keeps BSCs Profitable
Cost-effective method may reduce cleaning frequencies

3/28/2013
How to Tell if a Hotel Is Going Green

February 2013
Providing a Safe, Clean and Disinfected Environment
Outlining the tools cleaners need to effectively do their jobs

3/27/2013
Carpet and Rug Institute Announces New Seal of Approvals

3/27/2013
ISSA Announces Updates/Changes To Convention Schedule

February 2013
Investing in a wide-area vacuum may help BSCs retain cleaning frequencies
Using a wide-area vacuum can clean more space, in less time

3/26/2013
Survey: Americans Concerned With Fire Safety In Commercial Buildings

3/26/2013
Why Green Seal's GS-51 Laundry Standard Will Benefit Several Industries

3/26/2013
STOKO 2012 Names Riches Associates Manufacturer’s Rep Agency of the Year

3/25/2013
Spread of Superbugs In Hospitals Concerns Health Officials

3/25/2013
AHE Offers Review And Recognition Program to EVS Departments

3/25/2013
Nextstep Commercial Promotes Joel Hastings to General Manager of Operations

February 2013
Spec’ing the Collaborative Workplace
The colloaborative workplace demands a new bidding process for BSCs

February 2013
Cleaning the Collaborative Workspace
As commercial offices create a more collaborative workspace, BSCs must rethink cleaning specs

3/22/2013
MMMM donates to St. Jude’s Ranch for Children

3/22/2013
Malish Wins Innovation Award from Chudy Paper

3/22/2013
Life Cycle Study Shows Reusable Textiles’ Green Edge over Disposables

February 2013
Changing Spaces: The Rise of the Collaborative Office
What began in Silicon Valley has changed office spaces across the country

February 2013
Embracing Service Tracking Software Takes Time
Employees must be trained and comfortable with the technology

3/20/2013
Safety Alert: Safe Use of Single-Load Liquid Laundry Packets

February 2013
Practices That Ward Off C. Diff Infections
Identifying C. diff and cleaning practices that will keep infections at bay

3/19/2013
PLZ Aeroscience Names New Sales Leaders

3/19/2013
Best Practices Checklist for Managing Snow And Ice

3/19/2013
Bed Bugs Are Resisting Insecticides

February 2013
Janitorial Inspection Software Gives Held’s Janitorial an Edge
BSCs use janitorial inspection software to streamline business and improve customer relations

February 2013
Alternatives to Lawsuits: Mediation and Arbitration
Understand to the difference between mediation and arbitration and avoid the cost of defending a lawsuit

February 2013
BSC Book Review: Maximum Achievement
Maximum Achievement by Brian Tracy provides BSCs with steps to sucess

February 2013
BSCs Improve Business with Cleaning Inspection Software Programs
Provides owners, customers with valuable data and solutions

February 2013
How To Prevent C. Diff
Rethinking cleaning's role in preventing C. diff and other hospital-acquired infections

3/15/2013
Survey Uncovers Flu Season Trends

3/14/2013
Role Of Hand Hygiene In Healthcare And The Debate Between Soap And Sanitizer

3/14/2013
STOKO Announces Its 2012 Distributors of the Year

3/13/2013
Six Tips to Help Identify Ideal Restrooms

3/13/2013
Cascades Antibacterial Paper Towel Gains Multiple Product Recognitions

3/12/2013
AFFLINK Adds New Members

3/12/2013
HFI Recommends CDC Guidelines for Cleaning to Prevent CRE

February 2013
The Benefits of Urinal Mats
Outlining the features and benefits of urinal mats and how they contribute to cleaning initiatives

February 2013
Freetime: Tim W. Laughlin, Sunburst Chemicals
Tim W. Laughlin, vice president, product development for Sunburst Chemicals, is a hockey goalie

3/8/2013
Cascades Tissue Plant Expansion Receives LEED Gold Certification

3/7/2013
Carpet Color Can Influence Moods And Performance

February 2013
Letter To The Editor: Science Proves Hot Water Is Best For Carpet Extraction

3/7/2013
Hospitals Warned About Rare Superbug Spreading Quickly

3/7/2013
Spartan Chemical Named Vendor of the Year by AmSan

3/7/2013
PaperPlus To Open Store In Charlotte

3/6/2013
Cleaning Jobs Linked to Asthma Risk

3/6/2013
Waterless Co. Honors World Plumbing Day

February 2013
Cold vs. Hot Water Extractors
Does cold-water carpet extraction match up to hot’s cleaning power?

February 2013
Six Tips For Developing A Sales Superstar
There is no cut-and-dried process for creating a sales superstar, but sales managers can certainly help develop standout reps

3/5/2013
Novozymes Receives EcoLogo Certification

February 2013
Urinal Mats Improve Restroom Appearance
Keep floors free from puddles and stains and prevent odors from ever becoming a problem

3/4/2013
BETCO Releases 2012 Recycling Numbers

3/4/2013
Jasmine Kashani Joins Bird-B-Gone

3/4/2013
Joint Commission Releases 'Hot Topics in Health Care'

February 2013
Benefits of Cold Water Carpet Extraction
May increase worker productivity and safety

3/1/2013
Deb GrittyFOAM Named New Product of the Year by Swish Maintenance Limited

3/1/2013
Survey: Infection Control Increases As A Result Of Social Media

February 2013
Letter To The Editor: Wet Floors Cannot Be Measured As Safe

2/28/2013
Trojan Battery Receives Frost & Sullivan 2013 Innovative Enterprise Award

CARPET CLEANING February 2013
A Brief History of Cold Water Carpet Extraction
After hot water’s 20-year-reign, cold-water extraction is gaining steam

February 2013
How ISSA and CIRI Developed The Clean Standard: K-12
Scientists are using research to test school surfaces and define the true meaning of clean

2/28/2013
Sealed Air to Highlight Food Security Solutions at 2013 Global Food Safety Conference

2/28/2013
Four Best Practices That Boost Perception/Reputation Of A Facility

2/27/2013
Clarification on LEED-EBOM Version 4 and Entry Matting

February 2013
Cleaning Trends Expected In 2013

February 2013
Setting K-12 School Cleaning Standards
ISSA and CIRI are developing the Clean Standard: K-12 to standardize cleaning in schools

2/27/2013
Jim Roden, Founder of Prochem, Passes

2/27/2013
Robert Donofrio Joins HFI Advisory

2/26/2013
WFBSC Responds to Threat of Infection Control

2/26/2013
Proper Hand Washing, Including Drying, Helps Combat Norovirus

2/26/2013
Nextstep Commercial Announces Sales Rep Agency of the Year

February 2013
Proper Disinfection in the Restroom
Janitors aren’t properly disinfecting restroom surfaces. Here’s what you can do to help

2/26/2013
Rick Coombs, Former Engineer with ProTeam, Passes

2/26/2013
HHI and NSF Form Educational Partnership

February 2013
Scented Hand Soap Not Recommended In Commercial Cleaning Market
Commercial hand soap must appeal to the masses

February 2013
Using Hand Sanitizer Correctly
It's important to hand sanitize for 15 seconds to kill germs

2/25/2013
H2Only Renewable Cleaning Creates New Vocabulary Term for Water-based Cleaning: ewater

2/25/2013
Three Tips To Improve Winter Indoor Air Quality

2/25/2013
Advanced Vapor Technologies Releases Guide to EPA-Regulated Disinfecting Devices

February 2013
Restroom Complaints: Empty Soap Dispenser And Dead Batteries
How building service contractors can ensure soap dispensers remain stocked and functioning properly

February 2013
Get to Know the 2012 FTC Green Guides
FTC Green Guides were recently revised, here’s what you need to know

2/22/2013
Cascades Antibacterial Paper Towel Named Finalist for 2013 Edison Award

February 2013
Should Kids Use Hand Sanitizer?
Manufacturers discuss whether it's safe for kids in schools to use hand sanitizer

February 2013
When And Where Disinfection Is Needed
Answers to some of the most common disinfection questions

February 2013
Soap Dispenser Placement: Determining The Right Number
How many soap and hand sanitizer dispensers should be installed in each facility?

February 2013
How To Comply With OSHA Regulations And Training
Develop effective training programs that comply with OSHA regulations

2/21/2013
Powr-Flite Offers Tips on Floor Finish

2/21/2013
Hand Sanitizers And Their Effect On Flu Prevention

February 2013
FTC Green Claims: Certifications and Seals of Approval
New FTC guidelines distinguish between third-party and self-certification

2/20/2013
CRI Seal Of Approval Adds Vacuum and Extractor

February 2013
Purchasing Commercial Hand Soap
Commercial hand soap is not all the same. Here are the important features to look for when purchasing

February 2013
Promoting Safety In The Workplace
What managers need to know in terms of OSHA compliance and safety within the workplace

February 2013
Immigration Reform 2013 Update
Four possibilities for immigration reform. Each would impact the commercial cleaning industry

February 2013
Alcohol vs. Non-alcohol-based Hand Sanitizers
Defining quat-based hand sanitizers and how they work

2/19/2013
Carpet and Rug Institute's Seal of Approval Program Goes International

2/19/2013
It's Tax Time: Be Aware of the Five Tax Hot Spots

2/18/2013
Spartan Chemical named Brame Specialty Company’s Vendor of the Year

2/18/2013
GreenBlue Names Katherine O’Dea Director of Innovation

February 2013
Setting Sales Manager Goals
Salespeople aren’t the only employees who benefit from clearly defined goals. Create activity and personal development goals for managers

February 2013
2012 Sales Leader: Medford Blake, United Sanitary
Medford Blake is a master at repairing and servicing vacuums and other equipment, but his real passion is in sales

February 2013
2012 Sales Leader: Scott Franiak, Acme Paper and Supply Co., Inc.
Franiak can speak to healthcare customers from experience because he served as an EVS director for years

2/15/2013
California Disability Services Association Names Unisource Worldwide 2012 Employer of the Year

2/15/2013
Cintas Receives Stamp of Approval from the National Floor Safety Institute

PREVENTING HAIS February 2013
How To Reduce Hospital-Acquired Infections
Cleaning techniques and technologies that help reduce hospital-acquired infections

February 2013
2012 Sales Leader: Veronica Segovia, Baron Chemical Co., Inc.
Veronica is the definition of a hard worker: Not only is she a sales rep, but she also is the purchasing manager

2/14/2013
Joseph Scala Named OEM Sales Manager for Alwin Manufacturing

2/14/2013
Ten Characteristics of a Successful Consultative Salesperson

2/13/2013
Whooping Cough Is Problematic As New Strain

2/13/2013
Lea Schneider to Serve on The Housekeeping Channel Advisory

2/13/2013
Free Webcast Targets “Preventing the Spread of C. diff”

February 2013
2012 Sales Leader: Bruce Browne, Penn Jersey Paper Co.
Bruce Browne, Penn Jersey Paper says his keys to success are organization and technology

PREVENTING HAIS February 2013
Preventing Hospital-Acquired Infections
With reputations and reimbursement rates at stake, healthcare facilities are taking a closer look at how to best reduce hospital-acquired infections

2/12/2013
Chudy Paper Company Celebrates Centennial Anniversary

2/12/2013
Sani Marc Group Acquires Five-L Equipment Ltd.

2/12/2013
Protecting Sensitive Populations From Flu

TOP 5 SALES LEADERS February 2013
2012 Sales Leader: Steve Bergholtz, AmSan
Steve Bergholtz had dreams of playing professional hockey. When he did not make the NHL, Steve fueled his competitiveness into sales.

February 2013
Magic Of Cleaning With Microfiber
Michigan State University successfully transitioned to cleaning with microfiber

2/11/2013
Grainger Honors Georgia-Pacific Professional With Supplier Performance Award

2/11/2013
Carpet Care Starts With Knowing Carpet Types

2/8/2013
Six Tips for Improved IAQ and Green and Healthy Schools

2/8/2013
Swish Maintenance Acquires S.K. Sanitary Specialties Mfg. Limited

February 2013
Minimizing Cross-Contamination While Cleaning
Tips to reduce cross-contamination when using cleaning cloths or mops

2/7/2013
Gordon Brush Featured in the L.A. Times

2/6/2013
Studies Indicate Green Operations Remain Strong Despite Economy

2/6/2013
Witt Industries Lands Contract with Texas Christian University

2/5/2013
Clorox Named to 2013 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World List

2/5/2013
Armchem International Taps Frank Mauro for Leading Role at Handi-Clean Products

2/4/2013
Mia Schaikewitz of Sundance Channel's "Push Girls" is Bobrick's New Spokesperson on Accessible Restroom Design

2/4/2013
Super Bowl Power Outage Demonstrates Importance of Effective Facility Management

2/4/2013
Website Launched To Aid Workers In Healthcare Facilities

2/4/2013
Powr-Flite Applies Airwatts to Carpet Extractors

2/1/2013
BOMA Passes New Policy Positions on Energy Benchmarks and Tax Reform

1/31/2013
Immigration Legislation Readdressed By Senate

1/31/2013
Longtime Clorox Executive Larry Peiros Honored With ACI Distinguished Service Award

1/31/2013
SmartCEO Magazine Awards Erik Akopiantz, CFO Roadnet Technologies, with 2013 Executive Management Award

1/30/2013
MBS Dev and sales-i Join Forces to Provide Increased Sales Productivity for Dealers

1/30/2013
Diagnosing School IAQ Issues

1/29/2013
Sealed Air President Unveils Solutions for Food Security Related Issues at Sirha World Cuisine Summit

1/28/2013
ACI Comments That Research, Reports on Antibacterial Ingredient Distorted

1/25/2013
Unisource Worldwide Joins EPA's SmartWay Transport Partnership

1/25/2013
Tolco Corporation Announces 2012 Winners

1/25/2013
Green Seal Releases New Standard for Sustainable Industrial and Institutional Laundry Products

1/25/2013
Spartan Chemical Promotes Wayne Stanley to Regional Manager

1/24/2013
Ten Tips on How to Effectively Use Air Dryers

1/24/2013
Widespread Influenza Epidemic Prompts Tips to Fight Flu

1/24/2013
Tolco Appoints Christopher File to Product Development Manager

1/24/2013
Ashkin Sees 2013 as “Tipping Point” Year for Sustainability and the Cleaning Industry

1/23/2013
Jerry Yudelson Joins HFI and HHI Advisory Boards

1/23/2013
Three Tips To Care For Carpet Tiles

1/22/2013
Sealed Air Announces New Institutional and Laundry Business Unit Leader

1/22/2013
Four Infection Control Tips That Help Prevent Cross-Contamination

1/21/2013
Self Assessment Of Your Green Certification IQ

1/21/2013
Crown Mats and Matting Celebrates 70 Years

1/18/2013
Aire-Master of America Founder Passes

1/18/2013
HFI and PC4HS Provide Tips For Flu Prevention

1/17/2013
APC Filtration Names Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing

1/17/2013
ITW Dymon and Atlantic Mills Form ITW Professional Brands

1/17/2013
Two States Ban Phosphorus in Commercial Dishwashing Detergent

1/16/2013
Bed Bugs: Most Infested Cities Named

1/16/2013
Powr-Flite Adds New Product Manager

1/16/2013
Swisher Hygiene To Present Webcast At ICR XChange Conference

1/15/2013
Harder Facility Maintenance Names Spartan Chemical Vendor Of The Year

1/14/2013
Epicor To Host Webcast On Lean Processes

1/11/2013
Sikes Paper Names New President

1/10/2013
NJSSA Board and Members Help Victims of Hurricane Sandy

1/10/2013
Spartan Chemical Receives Vendor of the Year Award from Johnston Paper

1/10/2013
Flu Infections Sweep The Country, Hospitalizing Thousands

1/9/2013
Tips To Preventing An Influenza Pandemic

1/9/2013
Airx Laboratories Adds Training Videos To Website

1/9/2013
Crown Mats and Matting Acquired By Desco Capital

1/8/2013
Georgia-Pacific Professional Honors Winner Of Great American Worker Contest

1/8/2013
Enviro-Solutions Contracts Wildenberg For Company Assessment

1/7/2013
Spartan Chemical Promotes Advertising Manager

1/7/2013
Seal 360 Announces Alliance With Breeze Custodial Solutions

1/7/2013
Cleaning Contractor Under Fire From Pharmacy

November 2012
BSCs Benefit From Right-to-Work Legislation
Understanding key concepts of right-to-work laws and how they can help building service contractors fight unions

1/4/2013
Five Post-Holiday Carpet Care Tips

1/4/2013
Dreumex, Gent-l-Kleen Announce Campaign Winner

1/4/2013
Trojan Battery Launches iPad App

1/3/2013
Portland Public Schools Receives Silver 2012 Green Cleaning Award

1/3/2013
Americo Acquires Shamrock Matting

1/3/2013
IICRC to Be Featured on "Designing Spaces"

1/3/2013
Green Seal Releases Green and Sustainable Resolutions for 2013

1/2/2013
Treleoni Names New President

1/2/2013
Unisource Logistics Solutions Earns SmartWay Transport Partner Designation

1/2/2013
Cleaner Workplaces Can Translate Into Fewer Sick Days

1/2/2013
Investigation Reveals Truth Behind C.diff Claims

12/31/2012
Betco Corp. Hosts Technician Training School

12/28/2012
The Scensible Source Company Awarded Utility Patent

12/28/2012
Procyon Awarded Preferred Vendor Status Within Process Cleaning For Healthy Schools

12/28/2012
BRAVO! Group Services Achieves Day Cleaning Certified Contractor Status

12/27/2012
AFFLINKS Adds AAA Supplies and Interiors

12/27/2012
Nilodor Hires Research and Development Chemist

12/26/2012
TNT Unlimited Garners Several Rep of the Year Awards

12/26/2012
Mid-America Distributor Sales Represents ProTeam

12/26/2012
Betco Corp. Welcomes Two New Team Members

12/24/2012
LIKARR Maintenance Systems Collects Toys For Toys For Tots

12/24/2012
Industry Huddle Welcomes 50 Members

12/24/2012
Survey Says: 84 Percent of Employed Americans Go to Work Sick

12/21/2012
Six Ways To Improve Sustainability And Efficiency In 2013

12/21/2012
Spartan Chemical Welcomes New Operations Supervisor

12/21/2012
Cequent Consumer Products Buys Harper Brush Works

12/20/2012
Carpet: Answers To Some Of The Most Common Questions

12/20/2012
Senior Management Changes At Rochester Midland

12/20/2012
Hill & Markes Named Network Services Distributor Of The Year

12/19/2012
Process Cleaning for Healthy Schools Supports IEHA Measurement Program

12/19/2012
Crown Mats and Matting Hires New Vice President of Sales and Marketing

12/19/2012
American Cleaning Institue Elects New Board of Directors

12/19/2012
C.diff Cases Successfully Identified By Trained Dogs

12/18/2012
NJSSA Looking For Operation Clean Sweep Donations

12/18/2012
Bradley Corp. Wins Product Innovation Award

12/17/2012
Sustainability Results In Big Savings For Hospitals, Says Survey

12/17/2012
Workers Lose Battle, And Jobs, As Airport Contract Changes Hands

November 2012
Microfiber Technology And Its Return On Investment
Microfiber technology increases productivity for custodial departments

12/17/2012
Roadnet Technologies Appoints New Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing

YOUR TWO CENTS November 2012
What Assets Do You Look For In A Distributor?

November 2012
Calculating The ROI of Microfiber Cleaning
The financial and health ROI associated with microfiber cleaning

12/14/2012
Standard for High Performance Green Health Care Facilities Open for Public Review

12/14/2012
Gordon Brush Sister Companies Earn ISO 9001:2008 Certification

November 2012
Cleaning To Prevent Whooping Cough
Disinfecting and hand washing will help prevent the spread of whooping cough

12/14/2012
Steps to Safely Remove Ice Melt Haze from Hard-Surface Floors

November 2012
Distributor Partnerships That Benefit Facility Executives
Distributor partnerships that are based on training, products and processes will go a long way to help departments

12/13/2012
Schools Require Handwashing As Part Of Student Schedule

12/13/2012
Low-Moisture Carpet Cleaning Issues Addressed

12/13/2012
Henson Sales Group Recognized at ISSA Show

12/12/2012
Proposed Green Building Standard Improves Water Efficiency

12/12/2012
Cleaning Programs Facilitate Cost Reductions for Facilities

12/12/2012
Enviro-Solutions Selects Paul Mahoney as Independent Sales Agent

ASHKIN ON SUSTAINABILITY November 2012
As Implied By Hurricane Sandy, Climate Change Is Real
How BSCs can help prepare themselves and customers for weather-related emergencies

12/11/2012
Association for Facilities Engineering Appoints New Executive Director

November 2012
Building Trust Between Distributors and Facility Executives
Building trust and better distributor relationships pays big dividends for custodial organizations

12/10/2012
Facility Plumbing Tips To Help Get Through The Holidays

12/10/2012
ProTeam Awards Sales Rep, Manufacturer Rep Agency of the Year

November 2012
Tablets: The Best Of Both Worlds
Tablet computers meld aspects of computers and smartphones, making them intuitive business tools

November 2012
Green Certification for Towel and Tissue: Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
Outlining the specifics of FSC, one of the green certifications found on towel and tissue products

12/7/2012
University Cleaning Unit Earns Green Seal Certification

November 2012
A Small Marketing Budget Will Kill A Start-Up Company
It can take years to land enough clients to be profitable. Without a budget for sales and marketing, companies are doomed to fail

12/7/2012
Core Products Announces Marketing Responsibilities

12/7/2012
PaperPlus Opens Store In Seattle

12/7/2012
Coverall Health-Based Cleaning System Wins Website Award

12/6/2012
Green Seal Hires AlturaSolutions Communications

12/6/2012
Sawchuk To Leave Enviro-Solutions

November 2012
Touch-free Restroom: Auto Flush Urinals and Hands-Free Doors
Keep hands germ free from start to finish in the restroom

November 2012
Green Certification for Towel and Tissue: EcoLogo
Outlining the specifics of EcoLogo, one of the green certifications found on towel and tissue products

12/6/2012
Lawmakers Launch Bipartisan Energy-Savings Caucus

November 2012
Bicycle Laundry Service Fits With Team Clean's Green Mission
Philadelphia's Wash Cycle Laundry delivers on its green promise

November 2012
BSC Showcases Green Cleaning Program At New Philadelphia Art Museum
Team Clean Inc., led by Donna Allie, cleans the LEED-Platinum certified Barnes Foundation museum in Philadelphia

November 2012
Green Certification for Towel and Tissue: Green Seal
Outlining the specifics of Green Seal, one of the green certifications found on towel and tissue products

12/5/2012
Professional Cleaning Institute of Hawaii Accepting Enrollment

November 2012
Touchless Soap and Paper Dispensers Reduce Usage, Costs
Restroom users appreciate not touching dispensers; cleaning professionals and facility executives like the savings

12/5/2012
NAW and Chally Group Worldwide Form Strategic Alliance

12/5/2012
Survey: Handwashing Determined By Restroom Fixtures

November 2012
The Public Wants A Touch-free, Automatic Restroom Experience
Fewer touch points means less chance of spreading disease

November 2012
Green Certification for Towel and Tissue: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Outlining the specifics of EPA, one of the green certifications found on towel and tissue products

12/4/2012
Spartan Chemical Welcomes Director of Marketing

12/4/2012
Carpet and Rug Institute Seal of Approval Grows Again

12/3/2012
Armchem International Acquires Handi-Clean Products

12/3/2012
BRAVO! Group Services Adds New CFO

November 2012
Green Certification for Towel and Tissue: Green Restaurant Association (GRA)
Outlining the specifics of GRA, one of the green certifications found on towel and tissue products

12/3/2012
Tips To Promote Hand Hygiene During National Handwashing Awareness Week

12/3/2012
City Contract Investigation Sparked By Janitorial Union

11/30/2012
Winter Carpet Cleaning Survey Leads to Winter Sales Tips

November 2012
Green Certification for Towel and Tissue: Green-e
Outlining the specifics of Green-e, one of the green certifications found on towel and tissue products

11/30/2012
Worldwide Cleaning Report Addresses Key Sector Issues

11/30/2012
ProTeam Adds Two Team Members

11/30/2012
SCS Debuts New Corporate Name, Certification Brand and Website

November 2012
Sustainable Recycling At Philip Rosenau Co. Includes Cleaning Equipment
All totaled, the janitorial supply distributor has diverted 51 tons of material from landfills in the last two years

11/29/2012
Triple S Adds Two Janitorial Supply Distributors

11/29/2012
The Anderson Co. Hosts Two Day Training Program

November 2012
Kelsan's Energy Efficient Warehouse Cuts Energy Consumption In Half
The award-winning lighting reduces annual energy costs by $30,000

11/29/2012
Winner of America's Best Restroom Contest Announced

November 2012
Green Certifications For Towel And Tissue
Breaking down the green certifications outlined on towel and tissue products

11/28/2012
AHRI Releases First Final Test Reports for Low-GWP Alternative Refrigerants Evaluation Program

11/28/2012
Janitors Fight For Jobs And Fair Pay

November 2012
Warehouse Solar Panels At H.T. Berry Pays Dividends To The Environment And Company Bottom Line
Forward-thinking customers have pushed the janitorial supply distributor into innovative sustainable initiatives

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE November 2012
How To Brighten VCT Tile
Bring dull and stained VCT tile back to life with these tips

11/28/2012
Excel Dryer Joins the Center for Green Schools

11/27/2012
SCA Sets Sustainability Standard with Goals for Paper Products

11/27/2012
Diversey Presents Award for Best Initiative in Sustainable Development

November 2012
Foley Distributing's Closed Loop Recycling Partnership Sets The Mark For Waste Management
The Power of Three closed loop recycling program is an award-winning partnership between Foley, Casella Waste Systems and SCA Tissue

11/27/2012
Bid To Delay Green Chemistry Law Dropped By Government Officials

11/26/2012
Maintain The Look Of Floors Through The Holiday Rush

November 2012
Understand Disinfecting and Sanitizing
There are big differences between disinfecting and sanitizing in foodservice facilities

11/26/2012
Stefco Industries Is Now Sofidel Group

11/23/2012
HP Products Donates Supplies for Superstorm Sandy Relief

11/21/2012
Americo Honors Sales Excellence at National Sales Meeting

SLIP AND FALL November 2012
Test Floors To Meet Slip-and-fall Safety Standards
ANSI/NFSI slip-and-fall safety standards quantify the traction requirements for pedestrian safety and the prevention of slips and falls

11/21/2012
Poll: Toxic Chemical Reform Good for Business

11/21/2012
Ten Tips for Green Carpet Care

11/20/2012
Ten Steps to Faster Carpet Drying

11/20/2012
IndustryHuddle.com Announces Janitorial as Industry of the Month

11/20/2012
Green Clean Institute Announces Certified Green Clean School Program in Missouri

November 2012
Foodservice Sanitation and Infection Control
Disinfecting and sanitizing procedures in foodservice facilities are crucial for killing bacteria

SLIP AND FALL November 2012
Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls With Matting
Healthcare facilities pose a greater risks for slips, trips and falls. Matting helps keep floors dry and safe

11/19/2012
Smrekar Award Winner Named at CRI Annual Meeting

11/19/2012
Brady Acquires Apex Products Inc. in Northern Nevada

11/19/2012
Sapphire Scientific Instructor Earns ISSA, CMI Certifications

November 2012
Sensitive Occupants: Best Cleaning Practices
Cleaning around sensitive occupants increasingly important

SLIP AND FALL November 2012
Slip-and-Fall Accidents More Prevalent In Healthcare Facilities
Jan/san distributors can help prevent slip-and-fall accidents by training janitorial staffs on proper facility maintenance

11/19/2012
USGBC Launches Green Building Information Gateway

November 2012
NLRB Decisions Impact Non-Union Companies
Changes affect union postings, social media, firing employees, investigations and elections

11/16/2012
Unisource Global Solutions Elected to Biodegradable Products Institute Board

11/16/2012
USGBC Announces Grant to Promote IEQ and Human Health

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE November 2012
Urethane Finish Removal: Use Proper Machines And Strippers
How to remove tough urethane finish, water- and oil-based alike, from floors

11/16/2012
Improving IAQ In Schools Following Natural Disasters

November 2012
Freetime: Dennis O'Hagan, Pur-O-Zone Inc.
Dennis O'Hagan, Kansas City area sales manager for Pur-O-Zone Inc., hosts an annual grape stomp

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE November 2012
Remove Odor From Grout With These Cleaning Techniques
Advice on cleaning floors and grout to fix and prevent odor problems

11/15/2012
University of Maryland, College Park Earns GS-42 Certification

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE November 2012
Multi-Surface Floor Cleaning: The Best Facilities For Combination Machines
Advice on the best facilities in which to use combination floor equipment, and proper cleaning methods for carpet tiles

November 2012
Janitorial Buying Groups Provide Networking Benefits At Member Conferences
Distributors come together at buying group meetings to network, learn industry trends and have fun

11/14/2012
Nassco Acquires Messner of Madison, Wis.

11/14/2012
Pro-Link Sponsors Guide To Green Cleaning In Schools

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE November 2012
Cold Water Extraction: Is It Effective On Carpets?
Manufacturers discuss cold water cleaning, and extraction tools for stairs and appropriate dry times

November 2012
Three Reasons For Firing Sales People
Underperforming sales reps cost too much money and time to keep on staff

11/13/2012
Enviro-Solutions Hosts Interactive Green Cleaning Feature On Facebook

November 2012
Floor Finishes That Help Reduce The Need To Strip
Using new technologies in floor finishes helps reduce the need for stripping, saving valuable budget dollars

11/12/2012
Pacific Floorcare Announces ISSA Booth Drawing Winners

November 2012
Reduce Costs And Improve Perception With Quality Floor Finishes
New technologies in floor finish save budget dollars and preserve the look and life of flooring

11/9/2012
Trojan Battery Releases Online Video Tutorials

11/9/2012
Athea Acknowledges Long-Time Sales Rep

11/9/2012
Five Steps To Preventing Flu in the Workplace

11/8/2012
Understanding Sustainability

11/8/2012
Americo Launches A New Logo

11/7/2012
Georgia-Pacific Professional Names Winner Of Great American Worker Contest

11/7/2012
Starco Chemical Adds Technical Representative

11/6/2012
Athea Announces Rep of the Year

11/5/2012
Triple S Adds Janitorial Supply

11/5/2012
Tips To Cleaning And Maintaining Wood Floors

11/2/2012
Continental Commercial Products Featured On Manufacturing Marvels

11/2/2012
NFSI Appoints TURI's Wilcox as Chair of the ANSI/NFSI B101.2 Standard Committee

October 2012
Chemicals With Low Volatile Organic Compounds Benefit Janitor And Occupant Health
Switching traditional chemicals to low VOC green alternatives can create safer working environments

11/1/2012
Cardinal Building Maintenance Opens Indianapolis Office

11/1/2012
Carpet And Rug Institute Seal of Approval Keeps On Growing

October 2012
Selling Low VOC Cleaning Products
When end users want green chemicals, distributors should suggest low VOC cleaning products

10/31/2012
Epicor Reports Preliminary Fiscal 2012 Financial Results

10/31/2012
Healthy Schools Campaign Recognizes Enviro-Solutions

10/30/2012
Prepping The Facility For Cooler Weather Includes Floor Safety

10/30/2012
Roadnet Technologies Hires Marketing Manager

10/30/2012
Mitch Murch's Maintenance Management Wins Service Employee of the Year Award

10/29/2012
Ten Vacuum Cleaner Safety Tips

10/29/2012
Epicor Completes Acquisition of Solarsoft Business Systems

YOUR TWO CENTS September 2012
Facebook: What Type Of Information Is Your Company Sharing?

October 2012
Help Sales Reps Embrace Mobile Devices And Software
Not all employees are tech-savvy. How distributors are getting buy-in for mobile devices and software

October 2012
Mobile Sales Tools and Software Support The Selling Process
Technology can help salespeople save time and close more deals

10/25/2012
USGBC Announces LEED Fellow Class of 2012

10/25/2012
Tennant Selects Trojan Battery For Scrubber Batteries

10/25/2012
Swisher Hygiene Relaunches Daley Brand

September 2012
Going Green: Executive-Level Sustainability Jobs On The Rise
Sustainability leadership positions are the latest to join executive ranks at contract cleaning companies

10/24/2012
Diversey Honors Marsden Bldg Maintenance With Sustainability Award

10/24/2012
IEHA Announces 2012 Award Winners

10/24/2012
FTC Releases New Green Guides Revision

10/23/2012
Fourth Edition of the Quick & Easy Guide to Green Cleaning in Schools Now Available

10/23/2012
Eastern Bag and Paper Is Now EBP Supply Solutions

10/23/2012
Triple S Adds Two Distributor Members

10/22/2012
Survey Reveals Poor Handwashing Habits

10/22/2012
P&G Professional Establishes Expert Advisory Council

10/22/2012
Martin Midwest Group Formalizes Advertising Agreement

10/19/2012
Network Services Training Program Earns AHE Recognition

October 2012
Freetime: Rick Hazard, WAXIE Sanitary Supply
Rick Hazard, vice president of marketing for WAXIE Sanitary Supply, raises alpacas

October 2012
Toilet Tissue Dispensers Join The Touch-free Restroom
Touchless toilet tissue dispensers reduce overuse and assist handicapped patrons

10/16/2012
Unisource Worldwide Champions International Infection Prevention Week

September 2012
Slip-And-Fall Standards Provide Protection For BSCs
A closer look at the role janitorial contractors play in reducing the risk of slip-and-fall accidents

10/16/2012
Carpet Care: Spot Cleaning Essentials

October 2012
Get More 'Proactive' Inside Sales Calls
Inside sales reps are reactionary by nature. Trying to change them is a tough task; here are four steps to try, but only if you must

10/15/2012
NISSCO Honors von Drehle Corp. For Sustainability

September 2012
Carpet Care: Cleaning Cutbacks Without Compromise
Establish carpet care programs that won't suck the life out of carpets — or the funds out of budgets

September 2012
European Trolley Design Influencing The American Janitor Cart
Plus, advice on retrofitting older carts to meet modern cleaning demands

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE September 2012
Cleaning Cart Construction And Ergonomic Recommendations
Picking the right cleaning cart depends on the facility, task and user

10/12/2012
Philip Rosenau Co. Announces Sustainability Achievements And Goals

October 2012
Retaining Warehouse Workers and Delivery Drivers
Finding the right driver or warehouse worker is only part of the challenge. Distributors need to know how to hold on to the best employees

10/12/2012
Cold Climate HVAC Conference Advances Building Research and Design

10/11/2012
First Impression Cleaning: Maintaining Entryway Floors

10/11/2012
Sealed Air Hosts Sustainability Event

September 2012
Hand Sanitizer Facts
A closer look at green claims, expiration dates and placing sanitizers that will encourage use

10/10/2012
American Standard Named 2012 WaterSense Partner of the Year

October 2012
Warehouse Recruitment: Tips For Hiring Pickers And Drivers
Distributors can’t move product without reliable warehouse workers and delivery drivers. Where to find the best employees for the job

10/9/2012
IFMA Heads To San Antonio, Oct. 31-Nov. 2, 2012

10/9/2012
Intercon Chemcal To Unveil Newly Designed Booth at ISSA

10/9/2012
Congress Urged to Pass Extension of Tax Deductions for Energy Efficiency

10/8/2012
Network Services Company Recognizes Top Performers

10/8/2012
Five Most Common Plumbing Problems Identified

September 2012
Hand Washing Programs That Include Sanitizers
Pros and cons of using alcohol-based hand sanitizers in a proper hand washing program

September 2012
Urinal Floor Mats Vary In Style And Composition
Regardless of shape and make, urinal mats are designed to improve restroom appearance

September 2012
Urinal Mat Selling Tips
Identifying the right customer markets for urinal mats

10/5/2012
School District Reduces Injuries By Instituting Fitness Program

10/5/2012
Enviro-Solutions Adds New Regional Sales Manager

10/5/2012
Betco Adds To Digital Media Library

10/4/2012
Fifth Public Comment Period Now Open for USGBC's LEED v4

10/4/2012
Spartan Chemical Announces Sales Department Changes

September 2012
Urinal Mats Keep Restrooms Looking and Smelling Clean
Prevent unsightly urine puddles, stains and odors by installing urinal mats

September 2012
Big Box Retail Stores Targeting Jan/San
Distributors have been competing with big box stores for years, but now the national retailers are increasing their reach in the cleaning industry

September 2012
Big Box Stores: How Distributors Can Still Compete
National retailers want a piece of the jan/san market. How distributors can fight back to keep their customers

10/3/2012
Study: Schools Can Cut Risk of Illness by Implementing Hygiene Programs

10/3/2012
PortionPac First To Earn Green Seal Specialty Cleaner Certification

10/3/2012
Network Services Company Supports Racine Habitat for Humanity

10/2/2012
Diversey Certifies Building Service Contractors for Day Cleaning

10/2/2012
Wright Tool Company Selects Epicor ERP

10/2/2012
Federal Trade Commission Issues Revised "Green Guides"

September 2012
Tips For Simplifying Floor Stripping
Floor stripping is a labor-intensive process. Distributors offer tips for easing the workload

September 2012
Various Options of Hand Sanitizer
Outlining the varieties of hand sanitizer and the facilities they are best suited for

September 2012
Strip Floors Less Often
Daily maintenance, matting and chemical-free scrubbing all help reduce the need for floor stripping

10/1/2012
Carroll Company Announces New Executive Vice President

9/28/2012
Enviro-Solutions Adds Regional Sales Manager for New York City and New Jersey

September 2012
Freetime: Mark Rathkey, Miller Marketing Associates
Mark Rathkey, sales representative for Miller Marketing Associates is a magician

September 2012
Manual Foam Soap Dispenser Stops Restroom Complaints
Building service contractor sees spike in complaints after switching to touch-free soap dispensers

September 2012
Soap vs. Sanitizer
Explaining the differences between soap and sanitizer and whether it is necessary to include both in the restroom

September 2012
Hands Free Soap Dispenser Still Gives A Good Impression
Many facilities are switching back to manual products, but when image matters most, end users choose touchless soap dispensers

9/26/2012
Golden Star Announces Staffing Changes

9/26/2012
Network Services Co. Launches Packaging Division

9/26/2012
Eighty Percent of Real Estate Managers and Investors Have Sustainability Strategies

9/25/2012
Hand Hygiene Improving, Studies Say

September 2012
Manual Soap Dispenser Making A Comeback
Battery costs associated with touchless products are driving more end users to install manual soap dispensers

September 2012
Day Cleaning: The Social And Psychological Benefits For Janitors
Janitors who day clean undergo a positive transformation, gaining self-respect and social skills

9/24/2012
Music Group Train To Headline Greenbuild

9/24/2012
Enviro-Solutions Announces Retirement of 40-Year Industry Veteran

September 2012
Restroom Cleaning Equipment Streamlines Processes On Campus
North Carolina State University simplifies restroom cleaning with the use of equipment

9/21/2012
HydraMaster Announces Contest Winners

9/21/2012
Green Building Councils Celebrate World Green Building Week

9/20/2012
Carroll Company Launches Carroll Converting Wiper Program

9/20/2012
Enforcement Of Arizona Immigration Law Begins

September 2012
Green Foodservice Supplies: Targeting The Right Customer
Sustainable and compostable foodservice supplies have a growing, but specific customer base

September 2012
Foodservice Disposables Going Green
From cups to containers, environmentally friendly foodservice disposables can be recycled or composted once used

September 2012
Managing Generation Y Salespeople
Generation Y wants it all now. Here are tips when hiring and managing current Millennial sales reps

9/18/2012
Georgia-Pacific Professional Reminds People to Wash And Dry During Clean Hands Week

September 2012
Three Warehouse Inventory Management Tools
Voice picking, pick to light and RFID can help create more accurate and productive warehouses

9/17/2012
Dade Paper Acquires McShane Enterprises

September 2012
Bar Coding Systems Improve Warehouse Accuracy and Productivity
Get a better handle on inventory management with bar coding technology

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE September 2012
When To Empty Dirty Mop Water
Janitors should try and separate clean from dirty water, but when they can’t, water should be changed frequently

9/14/2012
Epicor to Acquire Solarsoft Business Systems

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE September 2012
Mop And Bucket Advantages Over Small Autoscrubbers
Plus, alternatives to cotton mops

9/13/2012
HydraMaster and US Products Honor Sept. 11

9/12/2012
Survey: More People Forgo Hand Washing

9/12/2012
Enviro-Solutions Names Student Winners of Facebook Contest

September 2012
ISSA/INTERCLEAN Heads To Chicago
This year's ISSA/INTERCLEAN highlights include a new exhibitor pavilion, Tom Brokaw keynote address and poker tournament

9/10/2012
ProTeam Announces New Western Regional Manager

August 2012
Soap Dispensers: Preventing Cross-Contamination
Ensuring clean, bacteria-free dispensers requires planning, time, or a change to bag-in-box or cartridge dispensers

9/6/2012
Witt Adds New Representatives for Rocky Mountain States

August 2012
Bulk Soap Dispensers: Examining The Potential For Bacterial Contamination
Study discovers contamination even in soaps with preservatives meant to prevent it

9/5/2012
Myths about Water Shortages Dispelled

9/4/2012
Rubbermaid Buys Virginia Facility

9/4/2012
Phones Harbor More Germs Than Toilets

8/31/2012
Paper Enterprises Acquires Worldwide Sales and Distributing

8/31/2012
Crown Mats Identifies High Risk Areas for Slip and Fall Accidents

8/31/2012
Study: Schools Unprepared for Another Pandemic

8/30/2012
U.S. Products Announces Facebook Contest Winner

ASHKIN ON SUSTAINABILITY August 2012
Internal Purchases Small But Effective Steps Toward Sustainability

August 2012
Distributors Can Sync Electronic Signature Software With ERP System
Signature capture can be run as an app on smartphones

August 2012
Three Major PPACA Provisions That Will Impact BSCs
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, has three big provisions going into affect through 2014. Start planning now

8/29/2012
Study: Sanitizer Chemicals Might Impact Muscle Function

August 2012
Vacuuming Furniture And Other Upholstered Surfaces
Distributors suggest custodians vacuum furniture to keep it clean and prevent premature wearing

August 2012
Electronic Signature Capture Improves The Delivery Process
Delivery drivers can get proof of delivery on their smartphones

August 2012
Chemical Dispensers and Preportion Packets Benefit Distributors
Dilution control products take up less warehouse space and are easy reorders

8/28/2012
Study Links Hand Sanitizers To Fewer Sick Days

8/28/2012
Floorcare.com Launches E-commerce Site

August 2012
Cheaters: How To Avoid 'Off-Spec' Paper Products
Detective work is necessary to find out just how good a deal is

August 2012
Chemical Dilution Saves Money and Storage Space
Chemical dispensing systems and preportion packets are convenient and safe ways to dilute cleaning chemicals

August 2012
Partition Walls Get A Good Cleaning
Carpets aren't the only surface benefiting from the use of vacuum cleaning equipment

August 2012
ANSI Safety Standards Reduce Slip-and-Fall Accidents
ANSI/NFSI safety standards provide benchmarks for departments looking to prevent slip-and-fall accidents

8/24/2012
Coverall Health-Based Cleaning System Names COO

8/24/2012
Tackling Germs In Airport Security Lines

8/23/2012
Carlisle FoodService Products Names New President

8/22/2012
Quick Tips to Avoid a Bed Bug Infestation

August 2012
Off-Spec: Defining 'Cheater Paper'
BSCs and distributors share their experiences with cheater paper

August 2012
Cleaning Processes For Green Restrooms
Green cleaning in restrooms is as much about processes as it is about products

8/21/2012
NFSI Releases New Certified Logo

8/20/2012
Equity Partner Seeks Buyer For Harper Brush Works

August 2012
Cleaning Restrooms Using Green Products
Identifying green restroom cleaning products and water conservation initiatives

August 2012
PPACA Health Care Reform Timeline, 2012-2014
Heading into 2014, employers need to be implementing certain parts of PPACA

August 2012
Health Care Reform: Key Terms
Here are key terms that are essential to understanding Obamacare and its implications.

8/17/2012
WAXIE Announces New President and COO

8/17/2012
Georgia-Pacific Professional Asks the Public to Select 2012 Great American Worker

8/16/2012
SSWA Honors President of Advantage Maintenance Products

8/16/2012
Epicor and Tour de Force CRM Announce Strategic Alliance

August 2012
Obamacare: Could It Decrease Outsourcing?
A BSC examines the ultimate long-term threat that customers will stop outsourcing their cleaning services.

August 2012
Obamacare: The Un-Affordable Care Act
BSCs face the financial implications of complying with Obamacare.

8/15/2012
WAXIE Hires New CFO

8/15/2012
Cintas Receives Environmental Distributor Achievement Award from Cascades Tissue Group

August 2012
Campus Sustainability Is A Strong Focus at Ohio State University
Custodial Services emphasize training in order to perfect the goals of campus sustainability

8/14/2012
Enviro-Solutions Selects Summit Sales as Independent Sales Agent

8/14/2012
Crown Mats Launches Tribology Training to Prevent Slips and Falls

8/14/2012
Study Indicates Increase In MRSA Cases

8/14/2012
NFSI Announces Walkway Auditor Certification Training

August 2012
Implementing Change At Ohio State University
Updating products and technology has proved beneficial for Ohio State University facilities

8/13/2012
Unisource Worldwide Completes Acquisition of Pakit

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE August 2012
Vacuum Bugs For Safer Pest Control
Plus, what is the size limit of objects that can be sucked up with a vacuum?

8/10/2012
Empire Cleaning Supply Adds Intellibot to Product Line-up

August 2012
Benefits of Antibacterial Wipes in Health Care
Cedar Community supplies non-custodial staff with antibacterial wipes in an effort to help with interim cleaning

8/9/2012
Demand for Cleaning Chemicals to Reach $11 Billion in 2016

8/9/2012
U.S. Products Launches Ask the Expert Carpet Care Program

8/9/2012
Study Names Top Ten Water-Consuming Countries in the World

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE August 2012
Why Janitors Should Vacuum Hard Floors and Vertical Surfaces
Plus, the best way to vacuum around fixed objects in a room

8/8/2012
Airports Most Likely to Spread Infection

8/8/2012
Kutol Products Holds Manufacturer Rep Summit

8/8/2012
Roadnet Technologies Hires Coastal Region Account Representative

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE August 2012
Battery-Powered Vacuum: Why Cordless Machines Aren't Prevalent In The Market
While the industry waits for battery-powered vacuums, what is the proper way to roll up a vacuum cord?

8/7/2012
TEAM Software Helps With Healthcare Reform Law Compliance

August 2012
Freetime: Devin Cole, Cole Supply Co.
Cole Supply Co.’s Devin Cole, Cliff Giannuzzi and Chris Morrison are rock ‘n’ roll musicians.

8/7/2012
Proper Carpet Color Selection - Consider Soil

8/7/2012
Hospital Infection Traced To Sinks

8/6/2012
LIKARR Maintenance Systems Promotes Director of Training and Sustainability

8/6/2012
Keep Floor Care Maintenance Costs Down

August 2012
Royal Corp. Values Customer And Employee Relationships
Significant relationships with customers and employees have fueled Royal Corp.’s growth into a national distributor

8/3/2012
Study: Offices Harbor Wide Range Of Bacteria

8/3/2012
Enviro-Solutions Announces Winners of Greener Schools Video Challenge

8/2/2012
Mosquitoes Pose Risk to Businesses Despite Dry Weather Conditions

8/2/2012
Chemical-Free Cleaning Conference and Expo Slated for September

8/2/2012
Bravo Wins BSCAI Safety Award

8/1/2012
Mitch Murch's Maintenance Management Wins BSCAI Safety Award

8/1/2012
Nexstep Commercial Products Hires Marketing Manager

8/1/2012
Carpet Care On A Budget

7/31/2012
Disinfecting Tips That Fight Whooping Cough Outbreaks

7/31/2012
Triple S Presents 2012 Awards

7/31/2012
Avmor Promotes District Sales Manager for Eastern Canada

7/30/2012
Guardian Service Industries Partners with 55 Water Street

7/27/2012
Strauss Paper Acquires Gemini Supply

7/25/2012
CDC Records Rising Whooping Cough Cases

7/25/2012
Bravo Regional Vice President Recognized As Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional

FEATURE June 2012
Privacy Curtain Cleaning Solutions
Techniques to cleaning bacteria-ridden privacy curtains

YOUR TWO CENTS June 2012
Who Is Your Mentor?
Every month, we ask BSCs a different question; these are their responses.

7/23/2012
Keeping Bed Bugs Out Of College Campuses

7/20/2012
Unisource Worldwide Renews Support of Healthy Schools Campaign

7/19/2012
ISSA and CIRI Begin Development of Clean Standard: K-12

June 2012
The Benefits of Warehouse Rewards
Improve productivity by rewarding warehouse workers for exceptional job performance

COVER STORY June 2012
Product Labeling: Examining The Push For Ingredient Disclosure Laws
Protecting janitorial workers is a priority for environmental groups lobbying for full ingredient disclosure mandates

7/18/2012
Enviro-Solutions Adds Georgia Sales Agent

June 2012
Starting A Warehouse Incentive Program
Labor management systems can help establish benchmarks needed for a warehouse incentive program

FEATURE June 2012
Hospital Curtains Pose Health Risks
Hospital curtains lead to more than privacy when not disinfected properly

7/17/2012
Roadnet Technologies Hires Great Lakes Account Rep

7/17/2012
Cleaning Industry Is Urged To Sign LEED Letter Of Support

7/16/2012
North American Salt Names Vice President of North American Consumer and Industrial Sales

7/16/2012
Free Resource Helps Schools Prevent Stomach Bug

June 2012
Customer Complaints: Maintenance-Related Restroom Issues Affect BSCs
Communication and managing expectations is key to responding to non-cleaning customer complaints

June 2012
Freetime: Larry Holtzman, SouthEast LINK

7/12/2012
Saalfeld Redistribution Expands With New Chicago Hub

7/11/2012
Tips For Proper Stripping and Refinishing

June 2012
Selling The Right Wet/Dry Vacuum
Distributors need to factor in size, drainage and filters when they spec the appropriate machine for customers

June 2012
Urine Odors, Dirty Floors: Handling Restroom Complaints
Snuffing out restroom dirt and odors at their sources

FEATURE June 2012
Extending Floor Pad Life
Techniques that will prolong the life of a floor pad

June 2012
A Commercial Wet/Dry Vacuum Can Handle Any Job
Get customers to realize wet/dry vacs do more than picking up water and hard debris

7/9/2012
Athea Expands Wet Wipes Manufacturing Operations

7/9/2012
CDC Finds New Flu Virus In Bats

June 2012
Coverall's New CEO
Rick Ascolese takes over Coverall Health-Based Cleaning Systems

7/6/2012
Enviro-Solutions Adds New E-Learning Courses

7/6/2012
Top Ten Ways to Make Your Summer Vacation More Sustainable

FEATURE June 2012
Floor Machine Pads Evolve
Newer flooring types and finishes influence evolving floor machine pads, including green options

June 2012
Sales Incentive Programs That Work
For distributors, success directly correlates to the effectiveness of their sales staff. The right sales incentive program can mean the difference between a hungry sales leader and a complacent rep

7/3/2012
Three Janitorial Companies Merge To Form Preferred Service Group

7/3/2012
Recycling: More Can Be Done

FEATURE June 2012
Before Purchasing Floor Pads
Managers review fiber options and challenges before purchasing floor pads

7/2/2012
Triple S Selected as Nationwide Distribution Partner for Sporicidal Disinfectant

June 2012
Microfiber Mops: Increasing Employee Productivity
Calculating return on investment with microfiber mopping systems

6/29/2012
Bird-B-Gone Celebrates 20 Years

6/29/2012
Unisource Engineered Solutions Centers Achieve ISTA Certification

FEATURE June 2012
Choosing Floor Pads By Shape And Color
Pairing floor pads with the appropriate application is made easy with shape and color consistency

6/28/2012
The Role of Grooming In Carpet Care

6/28/2012
Newell Rubbermaid Global Headquarters Building Earns BOMA 360 Designation

6/28/2012
Workplace Essentials Goes Paperless

June 2012
Microfiber Cleaning: Just The Facts
How switching to microfiber cloths and mops can raise the bar on cleaning

6/27/2012
Revised Standard for Odor Control Products Now Available

6/27/2012
Dade Paper Adds To The Corporate Sales and Marketing Team

6/27/2012
Sealed Air Partners with World Health Organization to Fight Healthcare Associated Infections

June 2012
Developing A Sales Compensation Plan for Inexperienced Reps
When compensating new or inexperienced sales reps is it best to go with salary or commission?

6/26/2012
Bradley Corp. Wins 2012 Award For Design Excellence

6/26/2012
Carolina Paper Purchases Three Converting Machines

6/26/2012
Survey: Recycling Programs Considered Valuable and Important

6/26/2012
Supreme Court Divided On Arizona Immigration Law Ruling

FEATURE June 2012
Restroom Ventilation Issues That Impede Cleaning
Identifying proper cleaning techniques where restroom ventilation is a issue

6/25/2012
Universal Business Systems Acquires Universal Dynamic Solutions

6/25/2012
Georgia-Pacific Launches enMotion Microsite For 10th Anniversary

6/22/2012
Bed Bug Activity Is 70 percent Commercial vs. 30 percent Residential

6/21/2012
Atlas Graham Appoints New Executive Vice President and COO

6/21/2012
Deb Group Invests in Australia

FEATURE June 2012
How To Clean A Restroom When Building Occupants Are Present
Airport housekeeping streamlines how to clean a restroom when foot traffic never dies down

6/20/2012
Roadnet Technologies Seeking Nominations For Green, Efficient Fleets

6/20/2012
LIKARR Maintenance Systems To Hold LEED Education Seminar

6/19/2012
Pro-Link Launches Sales Leadership Training

6/19/2012
Hotel Surfaces Put Under The Black Light

June 2012
Restroom Product Bundling Allows Distributors To Act As Consultants
Distributors should serve as consultants and bundle product based on individual customer needs

June 2012
Bundle Restroom Supplies For Greater Sales
The restroom provides countless opportunities for jan/san distributors to create unique product bundles

6/18/2012
Obama Immigration Policy Change Protects Children

FEATURE June 2012
Simplifying Restroom Cleaning in School and Around Kids
Maintaining restroom cleanliness poses challenges for workers cleaning in schools

6/15/2012
Premier Healthcare Alliance Honors Network

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE June 2012
Specialty Flooring: Cleaning And Maintenance
How to care for specialty flooring such as concrete, bamboo and no-wax vinyl

6/14/2012
Care And Maintenance For Cement Floors

6/14/2012
Bed Bug Infestations Continue To Plague Cities

June 2012
Cleaning Wholesalers Turn Their Websites Into Distributor Resources
Distributors can access a wealth of industry-related information online through their wholesaler suppliers

6/13/2012
Trojan Battery Expands Distribution In the Netherlands

June 2012
Buy Cleaning Products Online With Wholesalers
Wholesaler websites help distributors simplify e-commerce ordering

6/13/2012
E.coli Linked To Illnesses In Six States

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE June 2012
Green Floor Strippers: Addressing Efficacy
Green floor strippers usually work on all floor care chemicals, and a prolonged strip cycle is dependent on finish selection

June 2012
Dilution Controls More Than Chemical Usage
Chemical dispensing systems help manage inventory and budgets, while promoting proper cleaning and safety at Johnson County Community College

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE June 2012
Using Enzyme Cleaners On Floors
Enzyme-based floor chemicals are becoming more popular with building service contractors

6/11/2012
Rochester Midland Dedicates New Facility in California

6/11/2012
Top Ten Cities with the Most Frequent Cases of Asthma

6/8/2012
A&B Wiper Supply Merges With Nation/Ruskin

6/8/2012
Witt Industries Unveils New Website

6/8/2012
CleanLink Presents Encouraging Proper Hand Hygiene In Schools Webcast June 28

6/7/2012
Roadnet Technologies Plans Workshops In Conjunction With Users Conference

COVER STORY June 2012
2012 Housekeeping Solutions Reader Survey
A snapshot of green/sustainability, management, budget, staffing and purchasing trends.

6/6/2012
Americo Joins Facebook and Twitter

6/6/2012
Waterless Co. Joins International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions

6/5/2012
Survey: Carpet Equipment Warranty Important To Workers

6/5/2012
LIKARR Maintenance Systems Launches New Website

6/5/2012
Carpet and Rug Institute Add Products to Seal of Approval Program

April 2012
Paperless Office: Making The Digital Switch
From ease of access to paper cost savings, there are plenty of reasons to go paperless

6/4/2012
Carolina Paper Launches New Website

6/4/2012
Tips for Installing No Water Urinals

6/4/2012
Study Compares Bacteria Levels Found In Male/Female Offices

YOUR TWO CENTS April 2012
What Is Your Mobile Device Policy For Janitors?

6/1/2012
Triple S Adds Two Distributors

6/1/2012
Hotel Spotlights Bacteria and Improves Cleanliness

6/1/2012
Chicago's Soldier Field Named First Green NFL Stadium

5/31/2012
Roadnet Technologies Names Vice President of Product Management

5/30/2012
Prioritizing Floor Safety And Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls

5/30/2012
Telogis and FleetCor Partner for Fuel Card Management and Telematics Integration

May 2012
Build Customer Relationships With CRM Software
Distributors can use CRM software to help clients workload facilities and uncover their true needs

May 2012
Customer Relationship Management Software Analyzes Purchasing Habits
Use CRM software to uncover purchasing opportunities and monitor marketing strategies

5/29/2012
Maryland’s Howard County Is First Public School System To Achieve GS-42

April 2012
Subcontracting Pest Control Services
When diversifying into pest control, BSCs may want to consider partnering with a local pest management company

May 2012
Freetime: John Lim, Penn Valley Chemical Co.
Lim, a distributor sales representative, has refereed badminton in two Olympic Games

May 2012
Improving Private Label Sales
A quality product and sound marketing strategy will help boost private label sales

5/25/2012
150 DPA Members Attend Annual Conference

5/25/2012
STOKO Skin Care by Evonik Announces Rewards Program Winners

5/25/2012
Current Food Safety, Labor Safety and Infection Control Challenges

5/25/2012
Study Measures Bacteria Levels In Offices

5/24/2012
Green Clean Institute Earns Praise from Members

May 2012
Popular Private Label Cleaning Products
Premium chemicals and traditional paper and can liners are among most the best sellers for private label cleaning products

5/23/2012
JanSan Specialty Products Adds New Vice President

5/23/2012
Waterless Co. Joins Facebook

April 2012
Adding Pest Control To Janitorial Operations
Integrated Pest Management allows BSCs to diversify into pest control services

5/22/2012
Americo Expands Into Brazil

May 2012
Tips To Start Private Labeling Products
When private labeling products, jan/san distributors need to perform due diligence before picking their manufacturer

5/21/2012
Cintas Collects Pull Tabs For Charity

5/21/2012
Recycling Diverts 225 Metric Tons of E-waste From Landfill

April 2012
Pairing Day Cleaning With Team Cleaning Proves Effective
Illinois Central College facility executives are reaping the rewards of team cleaning during the day

5/18/2012
STOKO Skin Care by Evonik Names Riches Associates 2011 Manufacturers Rep Agency of the Year

5/18/2012
Roadnet Technologies CEO Named VOLT Award Finalist

5/18/2012
TRSA, EPA Cooperation Continues on NPE-Free Detergent

5/18/2012
Keeping Track Of Trash

5/17/2012
BSCs Capitalize On Networking Opportunities

May 2012
Get Customers To Buy Hand Dryers
When end users ask for hand dryers, how many options should distributors have to offer?

5/16/2012
EPA Steps In to Stop Sale of Illegal Pesticides

May 2012
Are Hand Dryers Sanitary?
Studies prove that it does not matter how end users dry their hands, as long as they are completely dried

5/16/2012
Bird-B-Gone Launches New Website

5/16/2012
Pro-Link Announces Its Annual Award Winners

5/16/2012
First Master Registered Executive Housekeepers (Master REH) Named By IEHA

May 2012
Energy-efficient Hand Dryers Are Green Machines
Hand dryer's low energy usage helps earn LEED credits

5/15/2012
STOKO Skin Care by Evonik Names Northeast Region Its Top Sales Team

COVER STORY April 2012
Rite Way Service: Getting It Rite
Communication. Respect. Quality relationships. Alabama-based Rite Way Service has used its focus on bonds with both employees and customers to expand into a regional presence.

5/14/2012
P&G Professional Announces Winner of 4th Annual Family Hotelier Award

5/14/2012
Free Sustainability Training Available

May 2012
Hand Dryer Features: Warm Air And HEPA Filters
Are extra features such as heating coils or HEPA filters necessary to dry hands?

April 2012
Combating Restroom Odor Head On
Experts outline effective methods to removing foul odors

May 2012
Hand Dryer Location Influences Hand Washing
Hand dryers and paper towels can co-exist in the same restroom

5/11/2012
Winners of ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2012 Innovation Award Are Announced

5/11/2012
NCL Hosts Distributor Training Program

ASHKIN ON SUSTAINABILITY April 2012
Reducing Energy Consumption For Customers
Tips to help create a "culture of sustainability"

5/10/2012
Rochester Midland Invited to Lead Green Housekeeping Training in Saudi Arabia

5/10/2012
Roadnet Technologies Announces Users Conference

5/10/2012
OSHA Offers Ergonomic Housekeeping Suggestions To Hotel Giant

5/9/2012
Americo Adds National Sales Manager

5/9/2012
IndustryHuddle.com Social Network Launches For Businesses

5/9/2012
New Standard Looks at Dimensional Stone Maintenance and Restoration and Upholstery Cleaning

5/9/2012
Survey Looks at Indoor Air Quality and Carpeting

5/8/2012
R.J. Schinner Hires New Sales Rep

April 2012
Restroom Odor: The Nose Knows
Identifying the source of restroom odor is the first step in eliminating it

5/7/2012
IICRC Accepting Feedback on ANSI/IICRC S520

5/7/2012
A&A Maintenance Acquires Wallico Maintenance Group

5/4/2012
NISSCO Honors Tolco Corp.

April 2012
Six Reasons To Sell Your Company…Now
If mid-market distributors want to sell their companies, they should act before 2014

5/3/2012
Cascades Tissue Group Bestows Environmental Distributor Achievement Awards

5/3/2012
Brady Industries Receives ISM Supplier of the Year Award

April 2012
Carpet Drying Times

April 2012
Reduced Vacuuming Impacts IAQ
Cutting vacuuming frequencies will adversely affect the health of building occupants

5/2/2012
Tornado Industries Announces Contest Winner

5/1/2012
Brady Breaks Ground on New LEED Certified Distribution Facility

5/1/2012
TerraCycle and Method To Collect Used Cleaner Packaging For Recycling

5/1/2012
LEED 2012 Opens 4th Round of Public Comments

April 2012
Reducing Vacuuming Ruins Carpets
When vacuuming frequencies are cut, carpet appearance and lifespan are severely diminished

April 2012
Freetime: OJ Howell, ProSTAR Industries
This jan/san distributor lives off the land with a self-sustaining lifestyle, which includes raising 40 chickens

4/30/2012
Jersey Paper Plus Announces New Facility and Senior VP

4/30/2012
Unisource Worldwide Expands in Canada

4/30/2012
University of Pennsylvania Wins Top Honors in EPA's Green Power Challenge

4/30/2012
AmazonSupply Competes For Jan/San Business

4/27/2012
Sustainability Guide Details How to Measure Carbon Footprint

4/27/2012
Cascades Named NISSCO Supplier Of The Year

4/27/2012
JanPak Acquires Advance Paper Company

April 2012
How Carpet Soil Greens Carpet Care

4/26/2012
Teens Use Hand Sanitizer For A Dangerous High

4/26/2012
STOKO Skin Care by Evonik To Host Skin Safety and Hygiene Seminar

4/26/2012
Epicor To Host Its Largest Global Customer Conference

4/25/2012
Survey Looks at Battery-Powered Cleaning Equipment

4/25/2012
Excel Dryer Partners With RMSe

4/25/2012
Trojan Battery Launches Video Tutorials

4/25/2012
HFI and Green Ribbon Schools Announce Educational Partnership

4/24/2012
Princeton Review Partners with USGBC to Release "Guide to 322 Green Colleges"

4/24/2012
Impact Adds Strategic Accounts Manager

April 2012
Three Ways To Prolong Deep-Cleaning Carpet Extractions
Frequent vacuuming and spot-cleaning, as well as the use of encapsulation products can reduce the need for expensive extractions

4/23/2012
Rochester Midland Purchases Ashland Water Technologies

4/23/2012
Gordon Brush Sponsored City Youth Exposure Walk for Change

4/23/2012
EPA, Arizona State Partner to Engage Students in Green

April 2012
The Evolution of Green Carpet Cleaning
Looking at the big picture in terms of green products and processes

4/20/2012
Cavalier Named NISSCO Distributor Of The Year

4/20/2012
Impact Adds Textile Industry Veteran

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE April 2012
The Difference Between Cleaning, Sanitizing and Disinfecting
Also, a discussion on disinfectant wipes and kill claims

4/19/2012
11th Annual America's Best Restroom Contest Begins

4/19/2012
Impact Appoints Regional Business Manager

4/18/2012
Georgia-Pacific Towel Dispenser Celebrates 10 Years

April 2012
Hilton Outlines Their Green And Sustainable Initiatives
The housekeeping department at Hilton Americas-Houston captures the essence of green and sustainability

4/17/2012
Impact Adds Director Of Product Development

4/17/2012
Unisource Launches Vertical Market Platform

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE April 2012
Disinfecting In Commercial Offices
How often high-touch surfaces should be disinfected and which kind of disinfectant should be used

4/16/2012
Athea Laboratories Hires Regional Manager

4/16/2012
Enviro-Solutions Clarifies Role of Fragrances in Product Line

4/13/2012
Survey: Facility Managers Analyze Water Issues

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE April 2012
Disinfecting During Cold and Flu Season
Which disinfectants work against colds and flus, especially the new H3N2 virus

4/13/2012
Georgia-Pacific Meets SFI Certified Sourcing

4/12/2012
Overcoming Recycling Challenges

4/12/2012
MMMM Donates Bikes To St. Jude's Ranch For Children

4/12/2012
Process Cleaning for Healthy Schools Picks Advanced Vapor Technologies

April 2012
Open Market For Disinfectant Wet Wipes
This convenient product is a fit for schools, healthcare facilities, retail and grocery stores, daycares and fitness centers

4/11/2012
Professionals Unite to Green Healthcare

4/11/2012
Georgia-Pacific Looking For Champions Of The Workforce

4/10/2012
Avmor Adds District Sales Manager For Western Canada

4/10/2012
Study: 92 Percent of Hospital Privacy Curtains are Contaminated

4/10/2012
Demand for Efficient Floor Care Equipment Grows as Budgets Tighten

April 2012
The Brady Bundle: Jan/San and Laundry
By adding a commercial laundry division to its already-extensive jan/san business, Brady Industries has truly become a one-stop shop in Nevada

4/9/2012
Hospitals Promote Healthier Communities and Reduce Costs

April 2012
Fighting Infections With Proper Cleaning And Disinfecting
Housekeeping managers come clean about cleaning and disinfecting techniques that work in the fight against infections in hospitals

YOUR TWO CENTS March 2012
What Skills Or Traits Do You Look For In A Janitor?
All of this month's contributors are active on Google+, a recent addition to the social media landscape. Find them, and Contracting Profits' page, at plus.google.com.

4/5/2012
Roadnet Technologies Adds Regional Account Manager

March 2012
Aslett Opens Museum Of Clean
Varsity Facility Services founder showcases the past, present and future of cleaning in his Idaho museum

March 2012
Freetime: Mike Nitto, Golden Star Inc.
The microfiber division manager kickboxes for exercise

March 2012
Disposable Mops Present New Business, Learning Curve
Distributors say end users need to be informed about the lifespan, launderability and price points with synthetic disposable wet mops

4/3/2012
Resource Commercial Flooring Network Adds Cintas

March 2012
Hawaii's Team Clean Inc. Stays True To Island Values
Raising the standards of cleaning as a profession, one employee at a time

4/2/2012
United Stationers Supply Co. and MBS Dev Recognized by Microsoft

March 2012
Supervisors: The First Line Of Defense Against Unions
Supervisors represent the face of the company to the front-line workforce. What they say and do will impact employees’ willingness to join a union.

March 2012
Mopping With Cotton Alternatives
As cotton prices have soared to an all-time high, mop manufacturers have introduced low-cost alternatives to the traditional cotton mop

March 2012
Encouraging Safe Warehouse Behavior
If employees are aware of their surroundings, accidents are less likely to happen

3/30/2012
RJ Schinner Announces 2011 Vendor of the Year

3/30/2012
Enviro-Solutions Announces Going Enviral Contest

3/29/2012
H.T. Berry Installs Solar Panels

March 2012
Oscillating Machines Boost Productivity, Save Money
Oscillating equipment deep scrubs floors without chemical, saving labor time and dollars

March 2012
Reducing Common Warehouse Accidents
Tips for avoiding back injuries and forklift accidents

March 2012
Oscillating Floor Machines Deep Scrub Floors Without Chemicals
Oscillating equipment works on numerous floor surfaces and comes in a variety of sizes

3/28/2012
Witt Industries Adds New Rep

3/27/2012
Sustainability Dashboard Tools to Sponsor Sustainability Symposium

March 2012
Waste Audits Can Help Improve Recycling Efforts
Jan/san distributors can offer waste audits as a value-added service to reduce customers’ trash and increase recyclables

3/26/2012
RJ Schinner Announces Sales Hire

COVER STORY March 2012
Customer Feedback: Facility Managers Weigh In
What facility managers are saying about pricing, green, sustainability, cleaning priorities and janitor wages

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE March 2012
Odor Control Around Sensitive Occupants
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors

3/23/2012
U.S. Products Introduces New Website and New Facebook Page

3/23/2012
Making Recycling Easy and Consistent

February 2012
Permanently Pressed
Kendal at Hanover perfects its approach to laundry services

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE March 2012
Combatting Floor Drain And Restroom Odors
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors

3/22/2012
Aspen Building Services Introduces Aspen Nano Division

3/22/2012
Health Department Compares Soaps And Sanitizers

March 2012
Letter To The Editor: Attracting Young People To The Jan/San Industry
Distributors should be encouraging, not scaring away, the next generation to join the jan/san industry

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE March 2012
Using Enzymes For Odor Control
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors

3/21/2012
HFI Launches a Slip/Fall Prevention Workgroup

3/21/2012
Nexstep Commercial Products Adds Advanced Shipment Notification Specialist

3/20/2012
Dispensing Dynamics International Acquires San Jamar-Chef Revival

3/20/2012
NCL Adds To Its Sales Team

PORTION CONTROL March 2012
Preportioned Chemicals: Why BSCs Prefer Them
Three BSCs talk about why they use preportioned chemicals

March 2012
Correlating Products and Procedures For Food Preparation Areas
Understandable and regular training must take center stage in proper foodservice sanitation and infection control

March 2012
Disinfecting and Sanitizing in Foodservice Facilities
Disinfecting and sanitizing procedures are crucial for killing bacteria that is present and could transfer to food

3/19/2012
Last Chance To Comment On LEED 2012

3/19/2012
H.T. Berry To Host Sustainability Show

February 2012
Outline Appropriate Burnishing Procedures
In conjunction with a proper floor maintenance program, burnishing will keep floors looking like new

3/16/2012
Universities Compete in Green Competition

3/16/2012
The Malish Corp. Appoints New European Sales Director

3/16/2012
Roadnet Technologies Adds Account Rep for Western Territory

3/15/2012
Sealed Air Wins Kitchen Innovation Award

3/15/2012
Delta Industries Updates Website

March 2012
Dissecting Data With Analytics
Analytics: Computer-based insight into inventory management, customer profitability and price optimization

3/14/2012
Nexstep Commercial Products Adds Customer Service Rep

3/14/2012
Toilet Tissue Crisis Is Averted In New Jersey

3/14/2012
ProTeam Is Looking For The Oldest Vacuum

3/13/2012
NYC Proposes Green Plans For City Buildings

3/13/2012
Spray Nine Expands Distribution Network

February 2012
Maintain The Look Of Floors Through Mopping
Developing a proper wet and dry mopping schedule will keep floors looking like new

3/12/2012
Seal of Approval Continues To Grow

YOUR TWO CENTS February 2012
What Is Your Company's Biggest Challenge In 2012?

3/12/2012
IFMA Announces World Workplace Host Cities

3/12/2012
Study: Diners Reluctant To Visit Restaurants Where a Slip-and-Fall Accident Occurred

3/9/2012
Keeping Carpet Installation Healthy

3/9/2012
Waxie Relocates Denver Operation

3/9/2012
Crockett Facilities Services Honored As Minority Business Leader

February 2012
Know The Law: Immigration Legislation By State
What BSCs need to know about the immigration laws passed by Arizona, Alabama and other states

3/8/2012
Industry Members Make World's Most Admired Companies List

3/8/2012
Grainger Launches Mobile Web Site

COVER STORY February 2012
Laying Down The Law
Internal audits and knowledgeable HR pros are the first line of defense against I-9 audits

3/7/2012
Reckitt Benckiser Donates Disinfectants To Rider University

3/7/2012
USGBC and the University of Michigan Release Report Showing How Sustainability in Buildings Advances Resiliency

BSC PROFILE February 2012
Varsity Facility Services: Like Father, Like Son
New CEO Eric Luke hopes to build on the foundation of success his father helped establish

February 2012
Matting's Role in Proper Floor Maintenance
Controlling dirt and debris will help maintain the look of floors

February 2012
Varsity Facility Services: From One Generation To The Next
Eric Luke is the new CEO, but his father, Arlo, held down the fort for nearly three decades

3/6/2012
Gordon Brush Acquires Footwork Corp.

3/6/2012
Nexstep Commercial Products Honors Waldco Sales

3/5/2012
Sealed Air Participates in Global Food Safety Conference

3/5/2012
Nominees Announced for 2012 Amsterdam Innovation Award

3/5/2012
Bio-Pro Research Names VP of National Sales

February 2012
Preventative Carpet Maintenance Will Prevent Spots and Stains
Carpet spotting programs should begin with vacuuming dry soil

3/2/2012
Can Bed Bugs Transmit Infections Such As MRSA?

3/2/2012
Georgia-Pacific Donates Supplies To Green Bay, Wis. Schools

3/2/2012
Fuller Brush Files For Chapter 11

3/2/2012
The ABCs of School Facility Floor Care

February 2012
It's In The Bag
Clean up waste management with proper can liners

3/1/2012
Nyco Products Acquires Zing Ahead Products

3/1/2012
Grainger Hosts Orlando Trade Show

February 2012
Meet Increased Carpet Spotting Demands With Team Cleaning
Budget cuts have reduced the number of deep cleaning carpet extractions, putting more emphasis on carpet spotting

2/29/2012
Executive Management Services Earns CIMS

2/28/2012
Addressing Questions About Soybean Urinals

2/28/2012
Roadnet Technologies Adds Account Manager for East Coast Territory

2/27/2012
Hospitals Undergo Study to Test Surface Cleanliness

February 2012
Software Customization Gives BSCs Competitive Edge
End-user software can be tailored for individual customers and specific account requirements

2/27/2012
Clarke Launches Cleaning Blog

2/27/2012
JanPak Honors Georgia-Pacific

February 2012
Sorting Through The Trash
What to consider when purchasing recycling and waste receptacles

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE February 2012
Should Hand Sanitizer Be Placed In Schools, Prisons and Restrooms?
Not all facilities want to use an alcohol-based product; plus do restroom users need both soap and hand sanitizer?

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE February 2012
Tips To Minimize Soap Waste
In addition, soap and hand sanitizer drips can damage surfaces

2/24/2012
Trojan Battery Returns to ALABC Membership

2/23/2012
New Staffer Joins Sustainability Dashboard Tools

2/23/2012
AVT Launches Resource Library on Steam Vapor

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE February 2012
Hand Washing: How To Encourage Restroom Users
Tips to improve hand washing; plus, when antibacterial soap should be used

2/22/2012
Tolco Corp. Earns ISSA Innovation Award

February 2012
Waging A Perpetual Campaign Against Organized Labor
The NLRB is making it easier for unions to recruit new members. How employers can fight back

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE February 2012
Hand Sanitizer: What Makes It Green?
Analyzing the environmentally friendly aspects of hand sanitizer; plus a discussion about the product’s shelf life

2/21/2012
Roadnet Technologies Adds Account Manager for Southwest Territory

2/21/2012
New Products Enhance Seal of Approval

2/21/2012
Starting an Office Recycling Program

2/20/2012
Survey: Floor Care Issues and Trends

2/20/2012
Industry Veteran Teams with Pro-Link

2/17/2012
HydraMaster Appoints Director of Sales

2/17/2012
Sioux Corp. Redesigns Website

2/16/2012
Roadnet Technologies Adds Account Rep for Northeast Territory

2/15/2012
Georgia-Pacific Earns Grainger Awards

2/15/2012
IEHA Recognizes Clorox Cleaners As HPCP

2/15/2012
Public Comment Period for LEED Updates Scheduled

2/14/2012
EnvirOx Adds New Manufacturer Rep Group

2/14/2012
Highlighting the Health Benefits of Carpeting

2/13/2012
Triple S Adds Two Members

2/10/2012
Norovirus Attacks Span Across State Lines

February 2012
Recycling To the MiniMax
The University of Washington protects the environment while saving valuable budget dollars

2/9/2012
Six Distributors Join Pro-Link

February 2012
Leading By Example at University of Washington
Gene Woodard takes a proactive approach to cleaning innovations - continuously improving his operations

2/7/2012
Roadnet Technologies Donates Bikes To Baltimore Children

2/7/2012
Network Services Co. Announces New VP of Supplier Relations

2/6/2012
NCL Hosts National Sales Meeting

January 2012
Proposed Legislation Would Require Ingredient Disclosure

2/3/2012
Triple S Elects Board of Directors

2/3/2012
Unger Announces Managing Director of Its European Division

2/2/2012
Allan Industries Donates To N.J. Nonprofit Organizations

2/1/2012
Demand for Carpets & Rugs to Reach 16.5 Billion Square Feet in 2015

2/1/2012
Kentucky Passes School Green Cleaning Bill

2/1/2012
Zaret Returns to Diamond Chemical

2/1/2012
Roadnet Technologies Adds Account Rep for Coastal Territory

January 2012
One-On-One: SMS Distribution Honored For Its Customer Service

1/31/2012
Rochester Midland Names New President

1/30/2012
Five BSCs Earn Diversey HHPC Day Certification

1/30/2012
Wenco Acquires Bob Nagel Distributing

1/30/2012
Brown Paper Promotes Green Programs

1/27/2012
Roadnet Technologies Hires National Accounts Manager

1/27/2012
Bell Janitorial Supply Relocates

January 2012
Freetime: Jeremy Jeanson, Easy Way

January 2012
Selling The Green Philosophy

1/26/2012
Process Cleaning for Healthy Schools Makes ProTeam Backpack Vacuums a Preferred Product

1/26/2012
Coverall’s VP of Operations and Development Honored By SURGistrategies Magazine

1/26/2012
Hospitals Are Proactive In Hand Hygiene

1/25/2012
Coverall Names New President And CEO

1/25/2012
Kaivac Named Preferred Product of Process Cleaning for Healthy Schools

January 2012
ERP Software Helps Advance Distribution Businesses
Recent innovations in enterprise resource planning software prove to be invaluable to distributors. Manufacturers say there's more to come

January 2012
Green Consultants
When selling green cleaning programs, distributors should help customers identify sustainable practices already in place and pinpoint areas for improvement

1/24/2012
Gator Janitorial Services is Now Gator Cleaning Solutions

1/24/2012
Strauss Paper Adds Intellibot

1/24/2012
VT Schools Applaud Green Cleaning Bill

1/23/2012
MMMM Adds Regional Sales Manager

1/20/2012
CFR To Emphasize Responsible Cleaning in 2012

January 2012
Industrial Soap Sales Strategies
On-site testing is essential for selling industrial soap

1/19/2012
MMMM Hires Regional Sales Manager

1/18/2012
Network Services Co. Names New Chief Sales and Marketing Officer

1/18/2012
Seal of Approval Begins 2012 With New Products

1/18/2012
Vermont Legislature Passes Green Cleaning Bill

January 2012
Best Markets For Selling Industrial Soap

1/17/2012
NJSSA Runs Another Successful Operation Clean Sweep

1/17/2012
MMMM Hires New Texas Regional Manager

November 2011
The Ghost Of The Employee Free Choice Act
The Labor movement may gain momentum thanks to the National Labor Relations Board

1/16/2012
Tornado President Discusses the New Norm In The Cleaning Industry

1/16/2012
Survey: Productivity Is Top Laundry Priority

January 2012
Top 5 Sales Leaders Of 2011
Meet the standout jan/san distributor sales reps who are taking the art of selling to a new level

January 2012
2011 Sales Leaders: Smooth And Groovy
Bill Allen, Fagan Sanitary Supply, West Elizabeth, Pa.

January 2012
2011 Sales Leaders: The Government Guru
Brad Bobbitt, AmSan, Pennsauken, N.J.

January 2012
2011 Sales Leaders: Diamond in the Rough
Lindy Hebert, Sanitary Supply Co., Beaumont, Texas

January 2012
2011 Sales Leaders: Living the American Dream
Hector Herrera, Armchem International Corp., Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

January 2012
2011 Sales Leaders: Wise Beyond His Years
Josh Brown, Northern Colorado Paper

1/13/2012
Bird-B-Gone Ornithologist Gives Advice on Urban Bird Control

1/12/2012
Leonardo Academy's Sustainability Accomplishments for 2011

1/12/2012
Free Virtual Conference & Expo Scheduled

1/11/2012
ACS Announces New Sales Representation For Northeast United States

1/11/2012
Media Specialist Joins Powr-Flite Team

1/10/2012
Registration Open for 2012 CIMS I.C.E. Workshops

1/10/2012
STOKO Skin Care by Evonik Announces Its 2011 Distributors of the Year

1/9/2012
Chain Hotels Take Green Lead in Hospitality Industry

1/9/2012
Illinois Law Requires ID When Purchasing Some Cleaning Chemicals

1/9/2012
Triple S Adds Western Janitor Supply

1/6/2012
RJ Schinner Announces New President, Other Management Changes

1/5/2012
Poulos Rejoins HydraMaster and US Products

1/4/2012
Study Finds Bacteria in Unused Paper Towels

1/4/2012
Starco Chemical Goes Solar

1/3/2012
APC Filtration Names VP of Global Sales and Marketing

1/3/2012
Minimum Wage Set to Rise in Eight States

12/30/2011
CP Connects On Google+

12/30/2011
Nexstep Commercial Products Adds Sales And Marketing Administrator

12/29/2011
Spartan Chemical Earns Premier Contract

12/29/2011
Clean Trust Association Provides Educational Networking

12/21/2011
Americo Promotes Sawyer To International Sales Manager

12/20/2011
Merfin Releases New YouTube Video

12/20/2011
Rubbermaid Expands Operations, Adds Jobs

12/20/2011
Infection Prevention Products Expected to Rise Continuously Through 2015

12/19/2011
Avmor Promotes Transparency With Its First Sustainability Report

12/19/2011
Target Field Earns LEED Silver Certification

12/16/2011
Powr-Flite Hires New Products Manager

12/16/2011
House Bill Would Require Ingredient Disclosure for Cleaning Products

12/15/2011
Fort Lauderdale Mayor Seiler Welcomes Armchem Sales Center

12/15/2011
New Year Brings Changes to the Carpet Cleaning Industry

12/14/2011
Logistics Hires Western Regional Sales Manager

12/14/2011
Supreme Court Reviews State Immigration Laws

12/13/2011
Protect-A-Bed Opens Chicago Office, Warehouse Facility

12/13/2011
Center for Green Schools at U.S. Green Building Council Releases "Best of Green Schools 2011" List

November 2011
Carpet Care After A Disaster
Identifying the steps necessary to care for carpets following a disaster

12/9/2011
ACS Announces New Sales Representation For Central United States

12/9/2011
Network Services Launches New Corporate Brand

YOUR TWO CENTS November 2011
How Is Your Company Using Twitter?

12/8/2011
ABMA Announces 2012 Innovation Award Candidates

12/7/2011
Trojan Battery Appoints New CFO

12/7/2011
Germ Hot Spots In Hospitals

November 2011
Government Accounts Require Attention To Detail
Putting effort into securing these accounts pays off with steady revenue

November 2011
Preventative Maintenance Protects Carpets
When it comes to water intrusion and carpet care, the best offense is a good defense

November 2011
Research Shows Bed Bugs Can Carry Staph

12/6/2011
Vanguard Cleaning Systems Opens Cincinnati Regional Office

12/6/2011
Allan Industries Host Extra Special Thanksgiving

COVER STORY November 2011
United Services of America: Two Men, One Vision
Paul Senecal and Michael Diamond use a unique, 50/50 business partnership to lead their companies to nationally recognized growth

12/5/2011
Practice Greenhealth Announces Sustainability Benchmark Report

12/5/2011
Janitized Recognizes JanRep Associates

12/5/2011
Pure Bioscience Hires Business Development Executive

November 2011
Freetime: Howard Cohen, Clean Innovations

November 2011
Watch Out for Paper Cheaters
Don't get so caught up on the price of towel and tissue that you fall victim to cheater rolls

12/2/2011
Survey of Water-free Urinals Outlines Benefits

12/2/2011
Gingrich Supports Plan to Replace Janitors

12/2/2011
Nexstep Commercial Products Announces New Regional Sales Manager

12/1/2011
Unisource Worldwide Adds VP of Facility Supplies, National Accounts

November 2011
Challenges To Using Only Green-Certified Products

November 2011
Aerosols And Wipes Eliminate Cross-Contamination Concerns

November 2011
Convenient Disinfectants
Wet wipes and aerosols can be used to disinfect commonly-touched surfaces and objects

November 2011
More BSCs Are Using Green-Certified Products

11/30/2011
Study: Bacteria Flourish in Public Restrooms

11/29/2011
SteamMaster Donates to Local Non-Profit and Charities

11/29/2011
Malish Launches Newly Designed Corporate Website

11/29/2011
Proper Hand Hygiene Helps Prevent Flu

11/28/2011
ACS Announces New Sales Representation

11/28/2011
Study: Recycling Could Add 1.5 Million Jobs

11/28/2011
ProTeam Receives Best Customer Service Award at ISSA

November 2011
Saving on Towel and Tissue
Factors facility executives should consider before purchasing paper products

November 2011
Touch-free Soap And Paper Towel Dispensers Are Money Savers
Touch-free soap and paper towel dispensers can be tailored to reduce product overuse in public restroom

November 2011
Janitors Should Wear Gloves and Face Masks To Stop The Spread of Disease

11/25/2011
GCA Services Group Now Exceeds 30,000 Employees

November 2011
Getting Dressed For Infection Control

November 2011
Towel and Tissue: Is Thin In?
Purchasers look at paper weight as a way to save

November 2011
Exclusive Survey Results: 2010 Jan/San Distributor Sales

11/22/2011
New National Accounts Manager for Tacony

11/22/2011
Bold Statement Disappoints Jan/San Supporters

11/21/2011
Congressman Graves Addresses CRI Annual Meeting

11/21/2011
Attacks on Product Safety Unwarranted and Misleading

MANUFACTURER FORUM November 2011
Maintenance Tips For Autoscrubbers
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors

November 2011
Jan/San Distribution Industry Holding Water
Sanitary Maintenance's latest sales study shows modest gains for distributors. Is the worst of the recession finally behind us?

November 2011
E-mail Marketing: Before Hitting Send
Important steps need to be taken by distributors prior to adding an e-mail component to their marketing efforts

November 2011
Dixon Boosts Clean with (OS1)
Certification audit showcases safety and green opportunities for one middle school

MANUFACTURER FORUM November 2011
Choosing the Right Autoscrubber
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors.

11/18/2011
Roadnet Technologies Hires Director Human Resources

11/18/2011
Cintas and Rubbermaid Announce Strategic Alliance

11/18/2011
EPA Regulates Environmental Claims

11/17/2011
Kimberly-Clark Professional Donates To The Nature Conservancy

MANUFACTURER FORUM November 2011
Autoscrubbers Are Shrinking In Size, But Big Benefits Remain
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors.

11/17/2011
Update on EPA Green Disinfectant Pilot Program

November 2011
Courting A Customer's Inbox
E-mail marketing encourages online ordering and builds stronger customer relationships

November 2011
Green Takes Back Seat To Business Survival

November 2011
Certification Helps District Define Excellence
Upper Merion Area School District is first educational facility to nab CIMS certification

11/16/2011
Central National-Gottesman Enters Tissue Market

PRODUCTS November 2011
New Products: November/December 2011

MANUFACTURER FORUM November 2011
Autoscrubbers Using Less Water and Chemical To Clean
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors.

11/15/2011
Triple S Announces Graduates of Consultative Sales Certification Program

11/15/2011
Restructuring Gets Poor Review in Survey

11/14/2011
Tornado Focuses On Facebook

11/11/2011
Athea Announces New Field Representation

November 2011
ISSA/INTERCLEAN Proves To Be A Big Success

11/10/2011
Long-Time Athea Employee Passes

11/10/2011
ODORITE Wins NISSCO ISSA Booth Drawing

11/9/2011
Protecting Building Occupants and Flooring in Winter Conditions

11/8/2011
Cleaning vs. Disinfecting: Best Practices for Proper Restroom Cleaning

11/8/2011
Enviro-Solutions Adds Mid-Atlantic Regional Sales Manager

11/7/2011
Reviewing EcoLogo's Sanitary Paper Environmental Standard

11/7/2011
MilliCare Expands Market Coverage

11/7/2011
Supreme Maintenance Organization Achieves CIMS & CIMS-GB With Honors

YOUR TWO CENTS October 2011
How Often Do You Perform Cleaning Inspections?

ASHKIN ON GREEN October 2011
With the Conventions Over, What’s The Next Green Step?

11/3/2011
Spartan Chemical Announces Personnel Changes, Including New President

11/3/2011
Roadnet Technologies Launches Blog

11/3/2011
Report: Need for Information on Impact of Staff Health, Environment and Cleanliness in Hospitals

11/2/2011
Saalfeld Redistribution Partners With Golden Star

October 2011
Stadium Venues Require Flexibility In Labor, Scheduling
Servicing sports and entertainment venues keeps BSCs and janitors on their toes

11/1/2011
Unisource Launches New Corporate Website

11/1/2011
Pro-Link Hosts Member Orientation Program

10/31/2011
Athea Laboratories Moves Into Larger Facility

10/31/2011
Woodard Accepts Seat on HFI Advisory Board

October 2011
M&A Remains Robust
Examining the impact of the recession, the capital gains tax scare and other trends affecting mergers and acquisitions in the building services industry

October 2011
Ideal Locations for Hand Sanitizer Dispensers
People aren't always around soap and water to wash hands; they need access to hand sanitizer

October 2011
Hand Sanitizer Beneficial Inside The Restroom
Dispensers give users a final reminder to clean hands before exiting the restroom

10/28/2011
Betco Holds 2011 Distributor Fall Summit

10/28/2011
2011 Best Restroom Named

10/27/2011
Tim Murch Re-elected to BSCAI Board of Directors

10/27/2011
CRI Seal Of Approval Continues To Prosper

October 2011
Freetime: Mark Moyer, GOJO Industries

October 2011
Green Chemicals And Biobased Chemicals Can Overlap
Not all green chemicals are biobased, nor are all biobased chemicals considered green. But end users should be aware that there are instances when the two categories coincide

10/26/2011
Former Waxie Salesperson Passes

10/26/2011
NISSCO Awards Kutol Products 2011 Sustainability Award

10/26/2011
Survey: Gauging Knowledge On Disinfection

MANUFACTURER FORUM October 2011
Tips For Laundering Microfiber Products and Cotton Mops

10/25/2011
EcoLogo's Sanitary Paper Environmental Standard Open For Review

10/25/2011
Process Cleaning for Healthy Schools Picks Clorox

10/25/2011
Betco Names Senior Vice President, Sales

MANUFACTURER FORUM October 2011
Microfiber Damage

October 2011
Differentiating Green Chemicals From Biobased Chemicals
End users use the terms green and biobased interchangeably when discussing green chemicals. Doing so is inaccurate

10/24/2011
JanSan Specialty Products Founded As Manufacturers Rep Firm

October 2011
Swisher Hygiene Acquires Five Chemical Companies

10/21/2011
United Stationers Associates Named Among Diversity MBA Top 100

10/21/2011
Study Reveals Contaminated Work Stations

October 2011
Helping Schools Ensure Hand Sanitizer Gets Utilized
Kids should be supervised when using hand sanitizer, especially if alcohol-based

October 2011
Soap’s Contribution To Proper Hand Washing In Schools

10/20/2011
Survey: Barriers to Handwashing in School

10/19/2011
Roadnet Technologies Names Director of Finance and Revenue Planning

October 2011
Wi-Fi In The Warehouse: Beneficial From A Cost Standpoint
The cost of Wi-Fi implementation in the warehouse has dropped significantly, making it more feasible for distributors

October 2011
Why BSCs Choose Low-Moisture Carpet Cleaning

October 2011
Low-Moisture Carpet Cleaning Techniques
Methods to keeping carpet care part of custodial programs

10/18/2011
Avmor Embraces YouTube

October 2011
Wireless Warehouse
Implementing Wi-Fi in a distribution warehouse can increase picking efficiencies and productivity

October 2011
Free Vs. Fee-based Services
Are your "Value-adds" costing you more than anticipated? It may be time to start charging for services

10/17/2011
USA Distributors Joins Tripe S

EDITORIAL October 2011
BSCs Targeting New Markets For Growth

PRODUCTS October 2011
New Products: October 2011

10/14/2011
Georgia-Pacific Honors A Great American Worker

10/13/2011
Envirocare Helps Flood Victims

10/13/2011
Xpedx Surpasses Energy Star Goal

10/12/2011
New Ashkin Group Website Highlights Lighter Look at Green Cleaning

10/12/2011
Legend Brands Acquired by RPM International

10/11/2011
GreenBlue Names Director of Newly Expanded Chemicals Program

10/10/2011
Trojan Battery and Palladium Energy Partner

10/7/2011
More Distributors Join Pro-Link

10/7/2011
Poll: Most Americans Support Federal Investment in 'Green' Schools

10/7/2011
New Distributor Joins Enviro-Solutions Team

YOUR TWO CENTS September 2011
How Can Good Relationships With Competitors Help You Succeed?

September 2011
Urinal Screens Capture Odors

10/6/2011
Crown Mats and Matting Touts Its Environmental Stewardship

10/6/2011
Spartan Chemical Hosts Distributor Sales Seminar

10/5/2011
Royal Corp. Honored By NATO

10/5/2011
MMMM Promotes Executive VP of Sales

September 2011
Urinal Mats Help Catch Odor Problems

September 2011
Arizona Custodians Strap On Their Backpacks
Mesa Public Schools support the use of backpack vacuums and tout their many benefits

10/4/2011
Seven Best Practices for Fire Readiness

10/4/2011
Sealed Air Completes Acquisition of Diversey

September 2011
Enzymatic-based Products Attack Restroom Odors

September 2011
Freetime: Brian Haskins, The Haskins Co., Inc.

10/3/2011
Unger Helps Save The Sound

September 2011
Is Green Still Growing?
What BSCs are saying about their use of green cleaning products, the popularity of green cleaning programs among customers and why the recession may have had a negative impact

9/30/2011
Study: Hospital Privacy Curtains Laden with Germs

9/30/2011
R.J. Schinner Moves To New Headquarters

September 2011
Disinfecting and ATP-Monitoring Commonly Touched Surfaces In Healthcare Facilities

9/29/2011
Roadnet Technologies Names New Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

9/29/2011
Gent-l-kleen Products Adds National Sales Manager

9/29/2011
Using Pesticides to Kill Bedbugs Becoming a Growing Problem

September 2011
Win Business With Weed Control Products

September 2011
Tools To Evict Problem Birds

9/28/2011
Epicor Named to 2011 InformationWeek 500 List

September 2011
Maintaining No-Wax Flooring
The minimal maintenance attributed to no-wax floors is attractive to custodial departments

September 2011
Choosing The Right Disinfectant Against C. diff In Healthcare Facilities
A closer look at products and processes that prevent cross-contamination

9/27/2011
Spartan Chemical Promotes NYC Regional Sales Manager

9/27/2011
Waterless Co. Revamps Website

9/27/2011
Partnership Highlights Facility Role in Green Economy

September 2011
Exterior Window Cleaning: Water-fed Pole Systems Improve Productivity, Safety

9/26/2011
Swisher Hygiene Acquires Daley International

9/26/2011
Emergency Preparedness Tips To Help Businesses

9/23/2011
HydraMaster and U.S. Products Add Four New Hires

9/23/2011
Pro-Link Adds Richco Products

September 2011
Hand Dryers: Clearing The Air
Today's feature-laden hand dryers are changing otherwise negative public perceptions

September 2011
One-On-One: Jennifer Rosenberg, Acorn Distributors
Mastering succession planning in a family business

9/22/2011
Nyco Hosts Dave Frank Seminar

MANUFACTURER FORUM September 2011
Convincing Employees To Use Backpack Vacuums
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors.

MANUFACTURER FORUM September 2011
Vacuums Role In Improving Indoor Air Quality
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors

9/21/2011
CIRI Announces Fall Science Symposium Dates

9/21/2011
California Building Service Workers Bill Fails in Senate

9/21/2011
Georgia-Pacific Announces ISSA Innovation Award Entry

9/21/2011
Dosatron Adds VP Industrial Sales

September 2011
Book Excerpt: Customer Stratification
Learn how to determine which client relationships are valuable

9/20/2011
Survey: Kick Bad Habits and Fight the Flu at the Office

September 2011
New To Distributors' Arsenal: Tablets
From product demonstrations to capturing delivery signatures, tablet devices are helping distributors simplify business operations

September 2011
Buying Groups Can Help Distributors Earn New Business
Access to private label products, diversified lines and national accounts helps expand customer bases

9/16/2011
Trojan Battery Names Senior VP of Global Business Development

9/15/2011
Air-Scent Adds Director of Sales and Marketing

September 2011
The Scoop On Sanitizers
Distributors break down the advantages of hand sanitizers, proper placement and use

September 2011
Perfect Sales Pitch
Tips for delivering a sophisticated and successful sales presentation

9/15/2011
Study: Infection Control In Hospitals Can Save Billions

9/14/2011
HP Products Acquires Renard Paper

9/13/2011
Airx Laboratories Celebrates 30 Years

9/13/2011
Water Cannon Redesigns Website For 30th Anniversary

9/12/2011
Emergency Prep: Facility Professionals See Room for Improvement

9/12/2011
AFFLINK Adds American Paper and Packaging

PRODUCTS September 2011
New Products: September 2011

9/9/2011
Kellermeyer Co. To Be Part Of “World’s Greatest!...” TV Series

9/9/2011
CRI Seal of Approval Expands Again

9/8/2011
2012 ACI Convention: Open for Business

9/8/2011
Pro-Link Adds New Member

9/7/2011
Scoles Floorshine Adds VP of Sales and Operations

August 2011
More Than A Vacuum
Wet/dry vacuums offer versatility to departments, saving time and money

YOUR TWO CENTS August 2011
How Do You Motivate Your Sales Team?

August 2011
3rd Generation BSC: My Cleaning Service
Third-generation companies are rare in the cleaning industry. But the father-daughter-granddaughter team at Baltimore-based My Cleaning Service is positioning the company to continue its success for decades to come

July 2011
Letter to the Editor: Not All Uniform Companies Are The Same

ASHKIN ON GREEN August 2011
Green Cleaning Award For Schools Distinguishes BSCs

9/1/2011
Tornado Promotes Sales Program

8/31/2011
National Clean Energy Summit 4.0 Addresses Efficient Buildings

8/31/2011
Betco Announces Excellence in Sustainability Award

August 2011
Daily Maintenance Will Keep Gym Floors Beautiful

July 2011
Study Questions The Cleanliness Of Laundered Shop Towels

8/30/2011
Facility Managers Comment On Green Cleaning Chemicals

8/29/2011
Georgia-Pacific Announces Leadership Change

8/29/2011
NLRB Requires Employers to Post NLRA Rights in Workplace

August 2011
How To Recoat A Gym Floor

August 2011
Custodial Department Guards Against Pests
Chadron State College maintains a disciplined pest management program throughout campus

July 2011
Freetime: Ashley York, RJ Schinner Co.

July 2011
Financial Management Software's Untapped Potential

MANUFACTURER FORUM August 2011
Cleaning Software Accommodates Mobile Devices

August 2011
Focusing on Floor Traction
To prevent slip-and-falls, departments must measure traction on floors

8/26/2011
HFI Officially Supports CIRI Symposium

8/26/2011
MRSA Numbers Continue To Drop Overseas

8/25/2011
NISSCO Adds Witt Industries as Preferred Supplier

July 2011
Staying On Top Of Late Payers
Financial management software can help speed up the collections process and increase a distributor's profitability

8/24/2011
FDA Reviews Chemical Safety

August 2011
Preventing Slips And Falls
Proper prevention will minimize the likelihood of accidents and potential litigation associated with slip-and-fall instances

8/24/2011
Triple S Awarded Premier Group Purchasing Agreement

MANUFACTURER FORUM August 2011
Cloud Computing Recommended For Cleaning Software

8/23/2011
2011 Merfin Systems Sales Awards Winners Announced

8/23/2011
University Janitors Argue Cuts

8/23/2011
Ohio Stadium Tosses The Trash Cans

August 2011
Wet or Dry, Vacuums Can Help
Whether used after a disaster or in everyday cleaning, adding wet/dry vacuums to the floor care arsenal can save time and money for departments

July 2011
Ice Melt Ingredient Disclosure

8/22/2011
Award Recognizes Professional Cleaning Company of the Year

8/22/2011
States Powering New, Innovative Green Building Policy

MANUFACTURER FORUM August 2011
Contractor Interest In Software On The Rise

August 2011
Restroom Cleaning Goes Touch Free
Spray-and-vac restroom cleaning equipment improves cleanliness and efficiencies

August 2011
Cleaning Restrooms - A New Way Of Thinking
Steam earns audience approval at Seattle Children's Hospital

8/19/2011
NYC Mayor Bloomberg, Pulitzer Prize-winner Thomas Friedman and Political Commentator Cokie Roberts to Speak at Greenbuild

8/19/2011
Members Approve Carpet and Rug Institute Restructuring

EDITORIAL August 2011
Contracting Profits Redesigns Websites

8/18/2011
Grainger Intends to Acquire Fabory Group

8/17/2011
Immigration Audits Drive Illegal Workers Underground

8/17/2011
SMG Services Earns CIMS and CIMS-GB

MANUFACTURER FORUM August 2011
Software Can Make BSCs More Professional and Save Money

8/16/2011
Diversey Releases Annual Global Responsibility Report

8/15/2011
Carroll Co. Celebrates 90 Years

SUSTAINABILITY August 2011
Why Product Life Cycles Matter

8/15/2011
Green Seal Introduces Standard For Specialty Cleaning Products

August 2011
Improving Cleanliness with Spray-and-Squeegee
Spray-and-squeegee equipment is a touch free option to restroom cleaning

July 2011
Distributor Finds Advantage With LEED Facility And Culinary Academy
Tom Furia Jr., president of Penn Jersey Paper, discusses the company's strategies in the foodservice market

8/12/2011
Bravo Group Services Appoints New COO

8/12/2011
Mytee Products Launches YouTube Channel

SUSTAINABILITY August 2011
Product Life Cycle Assessment A Step Toward Sustainability

8/11/2011
Golden Star Acquires MIMA Towel and Supply

8/11/2011
Interface Founder Passes

July 2011
Maintaining Entryway Floors
Mats and flooring need regular cleaning to keep facilities looking pristine

8/10/2011
Ashkin Sees BSC's Becoming Green Cleaning Guides

August 2011
Custodial Teams Are Atwitter Over Social Media
Networking and training are made easier through the use of social sites

8/9/2011
Nexstep Commercial Products Acquires Hamburg Industries

8/8/2011
Forklift Safety: A New ISSA Resource

July 2011
Proper Matting Keeps Entryways Clean
The key to a clean facility is prevention both indoors and outside

8/5/2011
Popular Festival Aims to Become More Green

August 2011
Departments "Like" Social Media Benefits
Traditionally slow to adapt to change, many departments are experiencing significant communication benefits to social media sites

July 2011
Dishonest Distributors Cheating Customers On Can Liners

8/4/2011
EcoLogo Revises Hard Surface Cleaners Standard

8/4/2011
Cascades Tissue Group Launches New Blog and Website

8/3/2011
Simplex Janitorial Supplies Acquires Maintenance Chemical Suppliers

8/3/2011
Carpet Cleaning Survey Examines Trust

July 2011
Learn About SM's Redesigned Websites

8/2/2011
Hill And Markes Moves

8/2/2011
DIBS Chemical and Supply Joins Pro-Link

8/2/2011
Ten Finalists Chosen For 2011 America’s Best Restroom Contest

8/2/2011
Speakers Announced for IEHA’s 45th Annual Conference & Convention

PRODUCTS July 2011
New Products: July/August 2011

8/1/2011
Electrolux Moves to North Carolina

8/1/2011
Debate Continues of Employing Immigrants

July 2011
Cheater Paper: Are Distributors Selling It?
Deceitful distributors are selling customers short on paper purchases. How to remain profitable in today's volatile market of paper sales

7/28/2011
Survey: 1 in 3 Americans Affected by HIA

7/28/2011
Americo Announces New Sales Rep Group

7/27/2011
Green Seal Expands Certification for Most Cleaning Products

7/27/2011
GCA Services Group Named to DiversityBusiness.com’s Top 100

7/26/2011
How Antibacterial Soaps Contribute to Healthy Living

7/26/2011
Powr-Flite Announces Major Changes to Website

MARKET PROFILE: EDUCATION June 2011
In Schools, Cleaning For Health Prioritizes Children's Wellness
As outsourcing of educational accounts continues to rise, BSCs are developing partnerships by providing green expertise

7/21/2011
University Expands LEED Certification Portfolio

7/21/2011
Malish Launches YouTube Channel

7/21/2011
Study: Dirty Restrooms Lead to Lost Business

7/20/2011
Accutrade Named Trojan Battery Distributor for Russia

7/20/2011
School Upgrades Expected to be Greenest in County

June 2011
One-Stop Shop
BSCs are realizing new income streams by introducing a wide array of services: from grounds care and pest control to restoration and security

7/19/2011
Outsourcing Restrooms Mean Big Savings

7/18/2011
Anderson Chemical Celebrates 100 Years

YOUR TWO CENTS June 2011
How Do You Encourage And Respond To Customer Feedback?

June 2011
Spotlighting Cleaning Professionals
Recognizing custodial leaders for a job well done

June 2011
There's No "I" In Team
The Environmental Services Department at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital promotes a team cleaning environment

7/15/2011
Bird-B-Gone Volunteers at Children of the Nations Food Packaging Event

June 2011

Distributors can create new revenue streams by targeting government accounts

7/14/2011
TRSA Counters Attempts to Discredit Large-Scale Laundering

7/14/2011
Dade Paper Acquires Superior Supply

June 2011
Distributors Enjoy Cleaning Innovations Virtual Conference and Expo

7/13/2011
CRI SOA Program Grows Dramatically

7/13/2011
Avmor Hires British Columbia Territory Manager

7/13/2011
Students Honored for Leadership in Cleaning, Hygiene and Health

7/12/2011
Spartan Chemical Promotes Salt Lake City Regional Sales Manager

7/12/2011
OSHA Considering Rule on Infection Exposure

June 2011
Trending Toward Vacuums
Tackling floor cleaning challenges with vacuums that transition from hard to soft floors with ease

June 2011
Hospitals Target Infection Control Issues
Hospitals focus on providing safe environments through cleaning for health


ASHKIN ON GREEN June 2011
Why Green And Sustainable Are Not The Same

June 2011
Perfect Sales Pitches For Restroom Cleaning Machines
Savvy jan/san distributors should be taking advantage of a new market opportunity by pushing restroom cleaning machines

7/11/2011
Study: Laundered Shop Towels May Be Source of Heavy Metals

7/8/2011
Study: Hand Hygiene and Cleaning Fight MRSA in Hospitals

7/8/2011
Triple S Adds Fleming Chemical Co.

June 2011
Sanitization Is Top Priority in Health Care
Hospitals focus on providing safe environments through cleaning for health

June 2011
Clean Restrooms Without Touching Surfaces
Spray-and-vac and spray-and-squeegee cleaning machines promote automated, touch-free restroom cleaning

MANUFACTURER FORUM June 2011
The Most Cost-Effective Towels

7/7/2011
AFFLINK Adds Universal Business Systems

7/7/2011
xpedx Earns Energy Star In Atlanta and Denver

7/7/2011
All-Star Game Continues Green Initiatives

7/6/2011
Hospitals Stress Infection Control To Prevent C. diff

7/6/2011
IEHA Releases the Master's Program

7/6/2011
Spartan Holds Laundry and Warewash Seminar

7/5/2011
Housekeeping Staff Goes Above And Beyond, Wins Top Honors

7/5/2011
Diversey Closes Sturtevant Plant

MANUFACTURER FORUM June 2011
Defining Common Green Paper Terminology

June 2011
Gaining Third-party Certification For Private Label Products
Third-party certifications are not carried over from their private label manufacturer

June 2011
How To Jumpstart A Private Label Program
Distributors say there is no better time than now to begin offering proprietary products

MANUFACTURER FORUM June 2011
Why Sustainable Forestry Matters

7/1/2011
Bravo Group Services Acquires Control Temp

7/1/2011
Rubbermaid Launches Blog

7/1/2011
Survey Finds Gaps in Distributors’ Protection of Critical Business Data

7/1/2011
'Defective' Toilet Tissue Floods Stalls

7/1/2011
Hospitals Save Millions From Infection Reduction and Handwashing

6/30/2011
Union Supports Hospital Housekeeping to Prevent Superbugs

6/30/2011
Triple S Hires New VP of Sales

6/30/2011
Consolidated Paper Trade Show A Success

6/29/2011
Hotels Automate Guest Services Using Tablet Computers

6/29/2011
Study: Pillows Are Breeding Grounds for Superbugs

MANUFACTURER FORUM June 2011
Controlling Towel & Tissue Overuse

June 2011
Tackling Floors Challenges
Sweepers that clean both hard and soft flooring have proven beneficial

6/28/2011
Former Peerless Paper Mills President Passes Away

6/27/2011
Anderson Co. VP of Sales Passes Away

6/27/2011
Georgia-Pacific Supports Tornado Relief In Joplin, Mo.

6/27/2011
Third Annual World FM Day Highlights Contributions to the Workplace

June 2011
Vacuuming Programs Should Include Hard Floors, Vertical Surfaces

June 2011
Vacuuming Can Improve Indoor Air Quality

6/24/2011
OSHA Seeks Comments on Updates to the Occupational Injury and Illness Requirements

June 2011
Proposed LEED-EBOM Revisions
USGBC targets 2012 for certification updates

June 2011
Freetime: Kristi Boehm, Maintenance Mart Janitor Supply

6/23/2011
Enviro-Solutions Strengthens Its Team

June 2011
If You Don't Clean, Is It Considered Green?

June 2011
Tools To Kill and Remove Bed Bugs
There are a variety of options available to property owners, facility crews and homeowners to effectively eradicate bed bugs

June 2011
Beyond Window Cleaning: Glass Restoration and Pressure Washing

6/22/2011
Triple S Presents Annual Awards

6/22/2011
GreenBlue Unveils New Brand Identity and Website

6/22/2011
Knollwood Becomes First Retirement Community To Earn Green Seal

June 2011
What is LEED-EBOM?
It's a certification designed to help green building operations and maintenance, and it's one custodial departments need to pay attention to

6/21/2011
Cleaning Innovations Virtual Conference & Expo Presents Green. Sustainable. Smart.

6/21/2011
Corr Distributors Adds Two To Sales Force

6/21/2011
Survey: Facility Manager Role More Strategic

June 2011
Detecting A Bed Bug Problem
To effectively treat for bed bugs it is important to have at least a basic understanding of the biology and behavior of the pest

June 2011
2011 Housekeeping Solutions Reader Survey
A snapshot of the industry as it pertains to in-house custodial managers

PRODUCTS June 2011
New Products: June 2011

June 2011
Wholesalers: A Distributor's Ace In The 'Whole'
Wholesaler support gives Withers/KC Sanitary Supply the upper hand

June 2011
Window Cleaning Frequencies Bouncing Back Post-Recession

6/20/2011
LEED Pilot Credit Library Continues to Grow

6/20/2011
Pro-Link Adds New Members

6/20/2011
Nyco Products Hosts Sales Training Event

6/17/2011
ACI Adds New Board of Directors

6/17/2011
Cleaning NISH Smart Workshop Announced

EDITORIAL June 2011
Cleaning Innovations Virtual Conference A Success With BSCs

6/16/2011
CRI SOA Continues To Grow

6/16/2011
Survey: Growing Acceptance of Green and Bio-Based

6/15/2011
San Francisco Schools Consider Green Cleaning Program Expansion

6/15/2011
Deb Group Acquires Alcohol Foam Patent

6/15/2011
BSCAI Announces Annual Convention

6/13/2011
Greening Schools for the Next Generation

May 2011
Video Communication: The Next Frontier
Technology and marketing consultant Terry Brock discusses ways cleaning industry professionals can connect using video.

YOUR TWO CENTS May 2011
What Are Your Favorite Apps To Use For Business?

6/9/2011
Distributor Survey Investigates Green Cleaning Issues

6/7/2011
Cleaning Green in Restaurants

COVER STORY May 2011
Staying In Touch: Utilizing Mobile Technology And Social Media
The connectivity encouraged by modern technology is enabling building service contractors to provide better, more personalized service

6/6/2011
Corporate Sustainability Issues on the Rise

6/6/2011
Study: Poor Handwashing Practices in Health Care

GREEN NEWS May 2011
New Requirements For DfE Include Ingredient Listing

WEB BYTES May 2011
New On The Web: May 2011

MARKET PROFILE May 2011
Healthcare Accounts Require Dedication To Specialized Cleaning
Medical clinics, dental and doctor offices, surgical centers and imaging facilities are a lucrative niche

AROUND THE INDUSTRY May 2011
Activists, ACI Debate Use Of Triclosan

6/1/2011
ICM Certification Program to Launch in October

OBITUARY May 2011
Obituary: Claude E. "Bud" Strickler Jr.

ASHKIN ON GREEN May 2011
Sustainability Is Simply Good Business

UP CLOSE: DILUTION CONTROL May 2011
Dilution Control: Closed Loop Chemical Dispensing Systems
Closed loop chemical dispensing systems promote safety, environmental responsibility and ensure proper chemical dilution

IN THE NEWS May 2011
USGBC Introduces LEED For Healthcare
Outlining environmentally responsible design and construction requirements for both new and existing buildings

5/27/2011
Supreme Court Upholds Immigration Law

5/27/2011
Study: Shaking Hands Might Increase Risk of Bacteria

WEB EXCLUSIVE May 2011
Sales Questions For Combination Machines
Distributor salespeople need to ask the right questions to match customers with the proper equipment

UP CLOSE: CARPET CARE May 2011
Making The Case For Combination Equipment
Scrubber-extractor and vacuum-sweeper units allow end users to clean both hard floors and carpeted surfaces with the same machine

May 2011
Day Cleaning: Facility Managers Weigh In

5/25/2011
OSHA Launches Survey on Safety & Health Practices

FREETIME May 2011
Freetime: Tom Roos, SouthSan Sales and Marketing Inc.

May 2011
Cross-Contamination Reduced With Proper Use Of Paper Products

April 2011
Photo Slideshow: Servicing LEED & Green Facilities

5/23/2011
Recession Impacts Housekeeping Security

5/23/2011
Janitors Fail Background Checks, Lose Jobs

EDITORIAL May 2011
Green Cleaning Programs Tailored For Healthcare Facilities

TECHNOLOGY May 2011
Burn Less Fuel With Better Routes
Routing software can help ease the pain at the gas pump

April 2011
Cardinal's Kismet
How Jim DeGrado, president of Cardinal Building Maintenance, helped his company realize its green cleaning destiny

COVER STORY May 2011
What's New?
100 products from the last year

5/17/2011
Bedbugs Found Carrying Superbug

5/17/2011
EPA Suspends Reporting Submission Period Under TSCA

5/16/2011
Study Shows Bright Economic Outlook

YOUR TWO CENTS April 2011
How Is Your Company Embracing Sustainability?

5/12/2011
Study: Nursing Homes Cited for Violations

5/11/2011
Survey: Increased Hiring and Spending Anticipated

ASHKIN ON GREEN April 2011
Contractors' Role In Earth Day

5/10/2011
Outlining ROI to Sustainability

5/9/2011
Hand Sanitizers Carry Unproven Claims to Prevent MRSA Infections

MANUFACTURER FORUM April 2011
Does Ingredient Disclosure Benefit The Cleaning Industry?

FEATURES April 2011
Please Recycle
Wishard Health Services doesn't throw it away, they throw it back

5/6/2011
Asthma In Kids Jumped Significantly

5/6/2011
New ‘Payroll Fraud’ Bill Targets Worker Misclassification

ONE-ON-ONE April 2011
One-On-One: Shelley Riley, Maintenance Mart
Phoenix-based Maintenance Mart is a sustainable success story

UP CLOSE: JANITOR CARTS April 2011
Matching Janitor Carts With Customers
Janitor carts offer plenty of 'bells and whistles' — cleaning departments need guidance from distributors to choose the right features

MANUFACTURER FORUM April 2011
Defining Biobased Products and Their Ingredients

5/4/2011
Using Contaminated Soap Spreads Bacteria

5/3/2011
New Website Highlights Antibacterial Soaps

MANUFACTURER FORUM April 2011
Chemical Alternatives To Green Disinfectants

UP CLOSE: TOWEL & TISSUE April 2011
Paper Manufacturers Are On A Sustainable Roll
Paper manufacturers have taken towel and tissue products to a whole new level with sustainable forestry

FEATURES April 2011
Penny Wise, Pound Foolish
Extending the life of carpeting through proper maintenance and due diligence

FREETIME April 2011
Gretchen Roufs' Life As A Graffiti Knitter

MANUFACTURER FORUM April 2011
Green Vs. Green-Certified Chemicals

4/29/2011
EPA Product Standard Could Pose Barriers to Innovation, Says ACI

4/28/2011
Asthma Study: Allergen Levels No Different in Carpeted vs. Uncarpeted

4/27/2011
Importance of CRI Seal of Approval for Customers

April 2011
Recycling: Keep It Simple To Help Customers Reduce Waste

FROM THE EDITOR April 2011
Attracting A Younger Workforce

IN THE NEWS April 2011
Registration Opens For Cleaning Innovations Virtual Trade Show

FEATURES April 2011
Clearing The Air
The role the custodial operation plays in bettering indoor air quality

TECHNOLOGY April 2011
Customer Service Gets Social
Social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook are inexpensive, efficient ways for distributors to reach clients

April 2011
Conserve Water And Stand Out From The Competition

4/21/2011
Registration Now Open for the Cleaning Innovations Virtual Conference and Expo

PRODUCTS April 2011
New Products: April 2011

INDOOR AIR QUALITY April 2011
Curbing Asthma In Schools
Distributors can help janitors improve indoor air quality in schools, which will keep kids in the classroom

EDITORIAL April 2011
Green's Accelerated Acceptance

WEB EXCLUSIVE April 2011
Get End Users To Switch From Shop Towels To Wipers

FEATURES April 2011
Feminine Hygiene Products: A Convenient Truth
Catering to women's needs in public restrooms bodes well for business

COVER STORY April 2011
Uniform Companies: Jan/San Wannabes?
Uniform companies are a new threat to distributors' traditional customer base

4/14/2011
ACI Unveils Cleaning Product Industry Sustainability Report

YOUR TWO CENTS March 2011
What Skills Do You Value Most In A Supervisor?

4/12/2011
Reject Ban Of Antibacterial Chemical, Says ACI

4/12/2011
Study: Electronic Faucets Unsafe for Use in High-Risk Patient Hospital Settings

4/11/2011
Infection Control Best Practices for World Health Day

4/11/2011
LEED for Healthcare Debuts at CleanMed Conference

COVER STORY April 2011
Outsourcing's Fine Print
Before facilities outsource custodial operations, executives should examine the fine print items that are often overlooked on building service contractor proposals

COVER STORY March 2011
Customer Screening
BSCs are heading into new business partnerships with caution. Why vetting prospects is more important today

ASHKIN ON GREEN March 2011
Earth Day: Three Steps To An Effective Customer Event

4/6/2011
Tokyo Struggles With Shortage Of Toilet Paper

4/4/2011
Bill Would Force Schools To Privatize

AROUND THE INDUSTRY March 2011
Process Cleaning Provides An Efficient Way To Clean Schools

IN THE NEWS March 2011
Long-term Solutions To Offset Rising Gas Prices

March 2011
Restroom Cleaning Machines Greatly Increase Efficiencies
Clean more efficiently and thoroughly without touching the contaminants lurking in a restroom

4/1/2011
Honoring Front-Line Custodians

March 2011
Purchasing Floor Machines: Factors To Consider

FREETIME March 2011
Freetime: Chris Pratt, E.A. Morse & Co.

SOAP March 2011
The Biggest Soap Seller
Distributors find bulk soap sales are outpacing cartridge sales

PRODUCTS March 2011
New Products: March 2011

MANUFACTURER FORUM March 2011
Combatting Theft Of Pre-Portioned Chemicals

MANUFACTURER FORUM March 2011
Cost Misconceptions Of Pre-Portioned Chemicals

MANUFACTURER FORUM March 2011
How Pre-Portioned Chemicals Address Sustainability Issues

UP CLOSE: SOAP March 2011
Simplifying Soap
Multi-soap dispensers let customers install a variety of soaps throughout the building, while requiring only one type of model

EDITOR'S NOTE February 2011
Developing Good Systems Through Process Cleaning

FROM THE EDITOR March 2011
Jan/San's Best Online Sellers

3/22/2011
Asthma & Allergy Certification Program Introduced

3/21/2011
Recognizing World Water Day

MANUFACTURER FORUM March 2011
The Benefits Of Pre-Portioned Chemicals

SUSTAINABILITY March 2011
Staffing For Sustainability
New staff positions reflect the growing importance of pursuing sustainable goals

WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT March 2011
Slimming Down In The Warehouse
By shrinking their aisle width and stocking product to the ceiling, distributors are able to better utilize their existing warehouse space

WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT March 2011
Freeing Up Warehouse Space
If implementing a narrow-aisle racking system doesn’t fit the budget, there are minor and low-cost alterations distributors can make to better utilize their warehouse space

EDITORIAL March 2011
Infection Control Cannot Be Stressed Enough

COVER STORY March 2011
e-commerce: A Work In Progress
With few online sales to show for their current 'e-efforts,' distributors ponder what it will take to build their web clientele

FEATURES February 2011
Spotlighting Chemical-Free Cleaning
Regional School District No. 6 highlights some of the benefits to their green and chemical-free program

YOUR TWO CENTS February 2011
Where Have You Seen The Greatest Growth In Demand For Contract Cleaning?

3/11/2011
IFMA Study Outlines Benchmarks

3/10/2011
Study: Continued Growth for Green and Sustainability

3/9/2011
Training: OSHA Releases Video for Health Care Workers

FEATURES February 2011
Restroom Dispensers Boost Hand Hygiene
Proper soap and paper towel selection can help facilities boost hand washing and overall employee health

MARKET PROFILE: RETAIL February 2011
Mr. Clean Maintenance Systems Specializes In Retail Accounts
Floor care is king for these accounts, and the prevalence of polished concrete flooring has kept BSCs on their toes

COVER STORY February 2011
Health Scare
How BSCs are preparing for possible implementation of health care reform legislation

ASHKIN ON GREEN February 2011
Ingredient Disclosure: Proof Of Green

3/2/2011
NY Seeks Contents, Health Impacts to Cleaners

FEATURES February 2011
Focus On Food Service
Quality food without quality cleaning fails to keep food service areas free from disease and rodents

CARPET CARE February 2011
Green Carpet Cleaning Includes Certified Products, Water And Energy Reduction

PRODUCTS February 2011
New Products: February 2011

SOFTWARE February 2011
Custodial Management Software Enhances Efficiency

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE February 2011
Floor Care After Winter
Winter wreaks havoc on floors. Simple maintenance and restoration at the onset of spring is critical in keeping floor care costs low

FEATURES February 2011
Defining Green and Sustainability
Sorting through the green and sustainable lexicon

FEATURES February 2011
Outlining Green Certifications
Updating the latest green certifications and what they mean to HS readers

FREETIME February 2011
The Search For Clean Water

FROM THE EDITOR February 2011
Back To Basics

SOAP & HAND SANITIZERS February 2011
Anti-Microbial and Green Soap Differences Explained
Manufacturers outline the differences between various types of soap options on the market

EDITORIAL February 2011
New Additions For A New Year

TECHNOLOGY February 2011
Voice Picking: Loud And Clear
Voice directed order-picking software decreases warehousing errors and increases customer service

TECHNOLOGY February 2011
Voice Resonates Beyond Picking

COVER STORY February 2011
2011 Buyer's Guide
Sanitary Maintenance's online Buyer's Guide features manufacturers, wholesalers, product and brand-name listings to make sourcing products and suppliers a breeze

FEATURES February 2011
Floor Equipment: Small Machines, Big Advantages
Outlining the benefits of small floor care equipment

COVER STORY February 2011
Connecting the Dots to Process Cleaning
A step-by-step approach to creating cleaning efficiencies and best practices

GREEN NEWS January 2011
EcoLogo and ISSA Develop Green Product Purchasing Tool

PRODUCTS January 2011
New Products: January 2011

IN THE NEWS January 2011
Plenty of Action At ISSA/INTERCLEAN

AROUND THE INDUSTRY January 2011
Independent Tests Evaluate Electrically-Activated Water

UP CLOSE: VACUUMS January 2011
Vacuums: Easy Riders
Ride-on sweeper vacuums have become efficient units for vacuuming large, carpeted facilities

UP CLOSE: GREEN PRODUCTS January 2011
Green From Start To Finish
Life-cycle thinking can help distributors choose between green products

FREETIME January 2011
Long Live 'The King'

FROM THE EDITOR January 2011
Life Cycle: The New Industry Buzzword

INFECTION CONTROL January 2011
Check-Up On Hospital Cleaning
Changes to how hospitals are reimbursed for Medicare and Medicaid patients have cleaning staffs ramping up their cleaning efforts

TECHNOLOGY January 2011
To The Cloud
Cloud computing lets distributors focus on their business rather than IT concerns

COVER STORY January 2011
Fixed Income
With the right pieces in place, equipment repair can be a great profit generator

LETTER TO THE EDITOR January 2011
History Proves Education Is Indispensable

YOUR TWO CENTS November 2010
How Is Your Company Utilizing Mobile Devices?

12/15/2010
Study Finds Americans Overwhelmed By Green Product Certifications

COVER STORY November 2010
Got Safety?
Decrease costs, strengthen company culture and keep employees healthy by preventing accidents and injuries

OBITUARIES November 2010
SM Loses Colleague And Good Friend

LETTER TO THE EDITOR November 2010
Smaller Burnishers Are Popular, Too

FLOOR CARE November 2010
Combination Machines Save Labor, Equipment Costs

AROUND THE INDUSTRY November 2010
Study Identifies The Germiest School Surfaces

GREEN NEWS November 2010
FTC Proposes Revisions To Green Marketing Guidelines

EDITOR'S NOTE November 2010
School Germ Hot Spots Report Surprises Many

UP CLOSE: PRIVATE LABEL PRODUCTS November 2010
Private Label Distributors See Poor Economy As Time To Shine
The slow recovery from the recession has allowed distributors more time to market and engage potential and current clients

SOAP & HAND SANITIZERS November 2010
Green And Biobased Products Continue To Evolve

NEWS TICKER November 2010
Green Guideline Revisions Proposed By FTC

UP CLOSE: FLOOR PADS November 2010
Diamonds Are A Janitor's Best Friend
Diamond floor pads are growing in popularity as more facilities install concrete floors

FREETIME November 2010
Building Homes In Mexico

EDITORIAL November 2010
Pay Attention To LEED Changes

FROM THE EDITOR November 2010
Changes Coming To LEED

FEATURES November 2010
Cleaners & Disinfectants: There's A Wipe For That
Convenience and chemistry drives interest in cleaning wipes

TECHNOLOGY November 2010
Adapting Product Catalogs To E-commerce
Online product materials should differ from their print counterparts

SPECIAL PRODUCTS SECTION November 2010
ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2010 Product Showcase
The latest innovations from the Orlando trade show

COVER STORY November 2010
Hard Sell: Sales Training
Now is not the time to stop investing in your sales staff

FEATURES November 2010
Hand Tools: Cleaning Schools One Floor At A Time
Identifying mopping tools that earn top grades

EDITOR'S NOTE October 2010
Bedbugs Continue to Plague Facilities

YOUR TWO CENTS October 2010
How Do You Motivate Frontline Workers?

COVER STORY October 2010
Underground Economy
Illegal subcontracting and worker misclassification: the cleaning industry's dirty little secrets

SPECIAL SECTION October 2010
2010 ISSA/INTERCLEAN Show Guide

AROUND THE INDUSTRY October 2010
Green Buildings Improve Occupant Health

AROUND THE INDUSTRY October 2010
Superbug A Potential Threat In U.S.

GREEN NEWS October 2010
New Guidelines For School Cleaning

ASHKIN ON GREEN October 2010
See Green At ISSA/INTERCLEAN

MOPPING SYSTEMS October 2010
Mop Maintenance: Proper Use And Laundering Keys To Long Life

IN THE NEWS October 2010
Business Conditions Improving? Not So Fast Say Jan/San Distributors

UP CLOSE: HAND DRYERS October 2010
Hand Dryers: Green Attributes That Aren't Just A Bunch Of Hot Air
Studies show hand dryers have a minimal impact on the environment

UP CLOSE: RESTROOM CARE October 2010
Waterless Urinals: An Attractive Upgrade For Green Facilities
To fully achieve the benefits of waterless urinals, they must be properly installed and maintained

UP CLOSE: CLEANERS & DISINFECTANTS October 2010
Cleaning Around Sensitive Populations
Schools, healthcare facilities and even office buildings house vulnerable occupants that can be adversely affected by harsh chemicals

DILUTION CONTROL October 2010
Maximizing Chemicals In Cramped Janitorial Closets

UP CLOSE: MATTING October 2010
Stopping Slips, Trips and Falls
Proper placement and care of matting can help create safer flooring, especially for the elderly

BOOK EXCERPT October 2010
Are Your Salespeople Paid Fairly?
'How to Become an Exceptional Distributor Sales Leader' presents sales solutions, including compensation plans

FROM THE EDITOR October 2010
Fraudulent Falls On The Rise

FREETIME October 2010
Still Shredding

EDITORIAL October 2010
Infection Control Should Never Rest

SHOW GUIDE October 2010
2010 ISSA/INTERCLEAN Show Guide

COVER STORY October 2010
In The Red
How much distributor profit accompanies a customer's order out the door? Tips for streamlining the order filling process

FEATURES October 2010
Floor Chemicals: Shifting Towards Green
Successfully transitioning to a green floor care program requires education, training and due diligence

YOUR TWO CENTS September 2010
What Was Your Company's Biggest Mistake?

COVER STORY October 2010
The Sustainable School
The University of Alberta Focuses on the "Triple Bottom Line" — People, Planet and Profits

COVER STORY September 2010
Faces of the Frontline
College students, immigrants, retirees, moonlighters — an up-close look at today's janitorial workforce

PRODUCTS September 2010
New Products: September 2010

OBITUARY September 2010
Industry Loses Founding Member Of NYSSA

GREEN CLEANING September 2010
Questions BSCs Should Ask Sustainable Manufacturers

AROUND THE INDUSTRY September 2010
New Mold Regulations In Kentucky and Louisiana

MERGERS & OTHER MOVES September 2010
Industry Mergers: September 2010

ASSOCIATION UPDATE September 2010
ISSA Elects 2010 Board Members

RESTROOM CARE September 2010
Effective Infection Control Requires Solid Customer Partnerships

IN THE NEWS September 2010
Bed Bug Infestations On The Rise

UP CLOSE: AEROSOLS AND WIPES September 2010
Aerosols And Wipes: Simple Solutions
Today's aerosols and premoistened wipes are still easy to use, but now they're also considered green

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE September 2010
Trending Towards Smaller Machines
Compact autoscrubbers have caught on in Europe. Is the United States ready for the economical opportunities these machines offer?

HIRING September 2010
Two Interviews Really Are Better Than One

FREETIME September 2010
Ready For Takeoff

FROM THE EDITOR September 2010
Don't Let Customers Pass You By

EDITORIAL September 2010
Bed Bugs Are Back

ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2010 PREVIEW September 2010
This Year's Show Is 'All About You'
Distributors have the opportunity to steer the content of Orlando trade show

TECHNOLOGY September 2010
Help With Deliveries
Distributors are utilizing third-parties — and ERP software — to ship small orders

COVER STORY September 2010
Green Credentials
WAXIE and NICHOLS earn LEED certification — and enhance green credibility with customers

YOURTWOCENTS August 2010
How Will Health Care Reform Impact You As A BSC?

COVER STORY August 2010
Greening America's Pastime
Marsden Bldg Maintenance: Leading the league in environmentally friendly cleaning at Target Field

ASHKINONGREEN August 2010
Cold Water Cleaning Provides Additional Energy Savings

TEAM SOFTWARE / SPONSORED September 2010
Technology That Keeps Your Business Flexible
Team Software / Sponsored

OBITUARIES August 2010
Industry Mourns Loss Of Three Veterans

FEATURES August 2010
Restroom Training: From Products To Processes
Emphasizing the importance of training when focusing on restroom cleanliness

TOWEL & TISSUE August 2010
Low-Priced Paper Products Prevail — But At What Cost?

VACUUMS August 2010
Vacuuming Hard Floors An Alternative To Sweeping, Mopping

AROUND THE INDUSTRY August 2010
Blast Resistance Standards Established For Trash Receptacles

ONE-ON-ONE August 2010
A Distributor's Growing Gains
How Hill & Markes Inc. distinguished itself

ISSAREPORTS August 2010
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

FEATURES August 2010
Carpet Care: Cleaning Up A Controversial Issue
Proper techniques and pros and cons to bonnet cleaning

EDITORIAL August 2010
Schools Targeted For Growth

IN THE NEWS August 2010
The Validity of CRI Certification Called Into Question

UP CLOSE: TOWEL & TISSUE August 2010
Know Your Green Paper Certifications
Green paper products come with a laundry list of certifications. Breaking down what each one means

NEWSTICKER August 2010
Colorado BSC Appeals Decision In Illegal Worker Suit

FEATURES August 2010
Safety: Preparing For the Worst
Manager tout training and safety techniques as the key to emergency preparedness

UP CLOSE: ICE MELT August 2010
Ice Melt: Melting Points
Chlorides, acetates and blends — when winter comes, help end users choose the appropriate ice melter

FREETIME August 2010
The Green-thumbed Distributors

FROM THE EDITOR August 2010
Put Cleaning At The Head Of The Class

INFECTION CONTROL August 2010
MRSA Still A Concern For Schools
As a new academic year approaches, distributors can help custodial crews prepare for possible staph infections

COVER STORY August 2010
A Sustainable Approach To Green
Addressing Today's Cleaning Needs — Without Compromising Future Resources

TECHNOLOGY August 2010
Product Forecasting Made Easier
Demand forecasting software helps distributors accurately budget and optimize inventory decisions

PRODUCTS August 2010
New Products: July/August 2010

COVER STORY August 2010
Cut Out?
Custodial outsourcing is on the rise in K-12 schools. Make sure you're a pivotal link in the supply chain or risk losing business

GREEN NEWS June 2010
Iowa Passes Green Cleaning Legislation

COVER STORY June 2010
Embracing Sustainability
BSCs are saving money and increasing revenue as they go beyond 'green'

IN THE NEWS June 2010
CleaningGreen Virtual Conference & Expo Celebrates Successful Debut

ASHKINONGREEN June 2010
Selecting Green Products For Which There Are No Standards

INFECTION CONTROL June 2010
Keep Pandemic Planning On Customers' Radar, Post-H1N1

UP CLOSE: HAND SANITIZER June 2010
Post-Pandemic Hand Hygiene
H1N1 made the public realize the importance of clean hands, which is strengthening hand sanitizer sales year-round

FEATURES June 2010
Dispensers: Don't Touch That
Distributors address the ins and outs of touch-free soap and towel dispensers

FREETIME June 2010
Furniture That's Better Than New

PRODUCTS June 2010
New Products: June 2010

FROM THE EDITOR June 2010
End Users Are Diversifying, Distributors Should, Too

GREEN CLEANING June 2010
Oxygen, Plants and Water: A New Class Of Ingredients

FLOOR CARE June 2010
Trends In The Medical Sector: New Floors, Chemicals And Tools

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS June 2010
WAXIE Acquires Five Star Sanitary Products

TECHNOLOGY June 2010
Slotting Software: Piecing Together Your Warehouse
Slotting software increases picking productivity and makes order selection easier, safer and more accurate

WHOLESALERS June 2010
Wholesalers: Multiple Markets, One Partner
Many distributors are thinking diversification after the recession. Partnering with a wholesaler can help ease the transition

FEATURES June 2010
IAQ: Cleaning Boosts Student Health And Productivity
Going green and taking steps to improve indoor air quality has proven to aid in education

TECHNOLOGY June 2010
Inspection Software Contributes To Customer Satisfaction, Retention

COVER STORY June 2010
Get Your Price!
Every distributor can offer cheap products and so-called "value-adds." Know what your customers truly need and GET PAID top dollar for it

EDITORIAL June 2010
Green Legislation: Keeping Up With New Laws

FEATURES June 2010
Equipment: Four On The Floor
The top four tips for stretching the floor-cleaning equipment dollar

COVER STORY June 2010
2010 In-House Reader Survey
Managers reflect on how the economy has influenced staffing, budgets and purchasing, while making environmental headway

AROUND THE INDUSTRY May 2010
FDA Investigating Use Of Triclosan In Antibacterial Soap

YOURTWOCENTS May 2010
What Is Your Biggest Employment Challenge?

AROUND THE INDUSTRY May 2010
Amsterdam Show Awards Innovation

GREEN NEWS May 2010
New Standard To Address Chemical Emissions

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW May 2010
Paul Taylor, ESS Inc.
Improving employees' quality of life with hands-on leadership

COVER STORY May 2010
Next Stop, The World
How contract cleaning is growing into a global business

GREEN NEWS May 2010
Rhode Island Proposes Green Cleaning Mandates

ASHKINONGREEN May 2010
Contractors Must Fight For Effective Cleaning, Not Just Green Products

IN THE NEWS May 2010
EPA's Updates To DfE Program Affects Private-Label Products

PEOPLE May 2010
NJSSA Honors Casse-Bender

HR May 2010
Insurance: How To Control Rising Costs

UP CLOSE: DILUTION CONTROL May 2010
Chemical Proportioning Made Even Easier
Recent improvements to wall-mounted chemical dispensers have made units more efficient for end users

FREETIME May 2010
Cycling For A Cure

NEWSTICKER May 2010
SEIU Elects New President

EDITORIAL May 2010
Immigration Reform: There's Always An Excuse

FROM THE EDITOR May 2010
Recovery? Maybe Next Year

TECHNOLOGY May 2010
Paperless Office: Save a Tree, Save Some Green
A paperless office eliminates tedious filing of invoices and receipts, saving distributors time and money

ISSAREPORTS May 2010
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

DAY CLEANING April 2010
One-Pass Techniques Improve Efficiencies

EDITOR'S NOTE April 2010
A Law Is A Law: Adhering To Green Cleaning Mandates

ASHKINONGREEN April 2010
IICRC Standard Revisions Take Green Into Account

RESTROOM CARE April 2010
Vandalism, Theft Reduced With Right Fixtures and Products

PRODUCTS April 2010
New Products: April 2010

AROUND THE INDUSTRY April 2010
Bulk Soap Dispensers Can Contaminate Hands

IN THE NEWS April 2010
Metrics Developed for Information-Based Environmental Label

TECHNOLOGY April 2010
Measure Cleaning Effectiveness With The Help Of Devices

NEWSTICKER April 2010
Northeast Green Legislation Trend Hits Rhode Island

UP CLOSE: VACUUMS April 2010
Quiet Carpet Care
Day cleaning is increasing the demand for low-decibel vacuums

FROM THE EDITOR April 2010
Don't Just Move Product, Educate

FEATURES April 2010
Waste Management: Talking Trash
Collecting waste and cigarette butts can easily improve a facility's appearance

TECHNOLOGY April 2010
Labor Management Software: Streamlining Order Picking
Labor management software creates a set of standards to improve warehouse productivity and reduce costs

COVER STORY April 2010
Dead Stock Strategies
How to prevent lifeless stock from filling up your warehouse. Plus: Tips for liquidating your current dead stock

FEATURES April 2010
Carpet Care: Spotlighting Carpet Extraction
Manufacturers weigh in on proper extraction techniques and emerging trends

COVER STORY April 2010
Flagging Green Cleaning in State Schools
The number of states requiring green cleaning in schools grows at a steady clip

COVER STORY March 2010
Overdue Diligence
How BSCs can avoid hiring undocumented workers

ASHKINONGREEN March 2010
Earth Day Celebrations: Start Planning Now

DISINFECTANTS March 2010
Green Disinfectants: Certification On Horizon Through EPA Pilot Programs

PRODUCTS March 2010
New Products: March 2010

ASSOCIATION UPDATE March 2010
SDA Changes Name, Elects New Board

GREEN NEWS March 2010
CRI Makes Change To Seal of Approval Program

IN THE NEWS March 2010
Green Cleaning Highlights Industry's First Virtual Trade Show

TECHNOLOGY March 2010
Bidding/Workloading Software Selection: Install, Or Log In?

UP CLOSE: SOAP AND HAND SANITIZER March 2010
Preventing Dermatitis Without Sacrificing Good Hand Hygiene
Frequent hand washing reduces the spread of infectious disease, but it also severely dries out skin

UP CLOSE: GREEN PRODUCTS March 2010
Environmentally Friendly Products Have Sales Reps Seeing Green
Selling green programs to new and existing customers is no longer an uphill battle

NEWSTICKER March 2010
Virtual Trade Show To Highlight Green Cleaning

FREETIME March 2010
Come See What's Brewing

FROM THE EDITOR March 2010
Putting Cleaning In The 'Spotlight'

TECHNOLOGY March 2010
Defending Data On-The-Go
Mobile devices can contain valuable company and customer data. Take appropriate measures to ensure it stays in the right hands

COVER STORY March 2010
Cash In on the 'New Cleaning'
End user trends are changing, but distributors still have a critical role to play

EDITOR'S NOTE February 2010
Budget: Be Prepared. Pricing Increase On The Horizon

FEATURES February 2010
Floor Care: Identifying Flooring Trends
Industry innovations lead to easy and healthy cleaning

COVER STORY February 2010
Generation Next
Contracting Profits takes a look at some up-and-coming industry leaders

ASHKINONGREEN February 2010
Sustainability: How To Grow Beyond 'Green'

CARPET CARE February 2010
Restoration And Remediation Tips For Water-Damaged Carpets

MULTI-PURPOSE CHEMICALS February 2010
Multi-purpose Chemicals: The Power Of One

FEATURES February 2010
Restroom: Superbugs In A Hospital Near You
As superbugs pose increasing risk to patients, hospital restroom cleaning operations must exercise some due diligence in chemical selection and training

PRODUCTS February 2010
New Products: February 2010

NEWSTICKER February 2010
Green Cleaning Legislation Proposed In Wisconsin

IN THE NEWS February 2010
New Wisconsin Bill Proposes Green Cleaning Mandates

EDITORIAL February 2010
Talkin' 'Bout My Generation

FEATURES February 2010
Day Cleaning: Casting Light On Cleaning Operations
The script for developing a successful day cleaning program

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE February 2010
Floor Stripper Chemistry Continues To Evolve
Environmentally friendly advancements to floor care chemicals have made them more appealing to customers

FREETIME February 2010
Running A 'Clean' Comedy Club

FROM THE EDITOR February 2010
Connect With The Right Audience

TECHNOLOGY February 2010
Social Networking Isn't Just For Kids
Business owners can use these sites to interact with colleagues and keep customers up-to-date on promotions and products

COVER STORY February 2010
2010 Buyer's Guide
Sanitary Maintenance's online Buyer's Guide features manufacturers, buying groups, wholesalers, product and brand-name listings to make sourcing products and suppliers a breeze

COVER STORY February 2010
Walmart: Save Money, Build Better
Walmart sets new precedent for facility green standards

2/10/2010
Green: Higher Test Scores, Happy Staff And Savings

2/4/2010
Understanding the USGBC Green Campus Campaign

UP CLOSE: RESTROOM CARE January 2010
H1N1 Impacts Touch-free Product Sales
More facilities are making the switch to touch-free restroom products in light of the current H1N1 pandemic

SUPPLY CHAIN PARTNERS January 2010
Supply Chain Partners: A Tight Bond
Distributors are gaining a competitive advantage by partnering with industry wholesalers, buying groups and manufacturer reps

TECHNOLOGY January 2010
ERP Software: Sales Made Easy
ERP software can help both sales reps and managers simplify the selling process

FROM THE EDITOR January 2010
The Next Trend Of The Decade

COVER STORY January 2010
Recovery (at what cost?)
Even economic upturns come with a price tag. How distributors are prepping for higher product prices in 2010

1/19/2010
Wis. Lawmaker Defends Green Cleaning Bill

1/19/2010
Friendly Competition Highlights Waste/Recycling

FREETIME January 2010
Getting To The Starting Line

IN THE NEWS January 2010
New Floor Safety Standard Designed To Reduce Slips and Falls

GREEN NEWS January 2010
EPA Officially Launches Green Disinfectant Program

AROUND THE INDUSTRY January 2010
MRSA Infections Up 90 Percent

LETTER TO THE EDITOR January 2010
Letter To The Editor: January 2010

PRODUCTS January 2010
New Products: January 2010

UP CLOSE: CARPET CARE January 2010
Examining Green Carpet Care Chemicals
Today's third-party certifiers put chemicals through stringent testing in order to gain green certification

COVER STORY November 2009
The Right 'Stuff'
Are jan/san distributors meeting end user needs? How you match up

TECHNOLOGY November 2009
Customized e-Commerce
Distributors are making buying online more personal than the basic shopping cart

FROM THE EDITOR November 2009
Trash Talk

FREETIME November 2009
Practicing The Art Of 'Rolling'

UP CLOSE: CARPET CARE November 2009
Extracting Answers
A panel of industry experts solves common carpet cleaning questions

UP CLOSE: INFECTION CONTROL November 2009
Combatting H1N1 In Office Buildings
Proper disinfection methods and hand washing are critical to reducing influenza outbreaks

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE November 2009
Applying European Trends To Floor Care
Help customers maintain floors faster and cheaper with a non-wet look

IN THE NEWS November 2009
A Sweet Homecoming For ISSA/INTERCLEAN

COMPANY NOTES November 2009
JohnsonDiversey Adopts New Corporate Identity

GREEN NEWS November 2009
New Programs Help Differentiate Between Green Products

EDITORIAL November 2009
Price Isn't Everything

SALES AND MARKETING November 2009
Print Materials Still Relevant In Digital Age

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS November 2009
How To Lose A Customer In Five Steps

ASHKINONGREEN November 2009
Carpet Care Isn't Green Unless Products Are Effective

COVER STORY November 2009
Polling Green
Four out of five BSCs now use green cleaning products, according to a Contracting Profits survey

HUMAN RESOURCES November 2009
Assembling The Perfect Uniform
Creating an employee get-up from shirt to shoes

COVER STORY November 2009
Gauging Efficiency
Workloading — the science of doing more with less — requires management buy-in and staff commitment

FEATURES November 2009
Designing A Greener Disinfectant
As the EPA launches pilots to green disinfectants and sanitizers, organizations can begin greening disinfectant use today

FEATURES November 2009
Towel's Impact On Hand Washing
Proper hand washing is only effective if done right and seen through to the last step: Drying

FEATURES November 2009
Evolution Of Floor Care Chemicals
Advancements make green floor finishes and strippers more appealing to end users

11/3/2009
Study: Extra Cleaner Reduces MRSA, Saves Money

BUYING GROUPS October 2009
Group Movement
Distributors explain how buying groups provide 'strength in numbers,' especially in today's tough economy

BOOK EXCERPT October 2009
Building A Stronger Bottom Line
"Optimizing Distributor Profitability" outlines best practices of top performing firms

FROM THE EDITOR October 2009
Overwhelmed By Green?

FREETIME October 2009
Surf's Up

UP CLOSE: FLOOR PADS October 2009
Ensuring Floors Look Pristine
Educating end users on proper floor care procedures can help avoid costly mistakes

GREEN NEWS October 2009
Productivity Increases In Green Buildings

OBITUARY October 2009
Former ISSA President Passes Away

ISSA REPORTS October 2009
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

REGARDING... October 2009
Be An Assertive Expert And Get Paid, On Your Terms

E-COMMERCE October 2009
Distributors Offer Web-Based Value-Adds

JANITOR CARTS October 2009
What Does Your Cart Say About Your Business?

ASHKIN ON GREEN October 2009
Green Paper And Plastic

COVER STORY October 2009
Steady Flow
BSC strategies for managing cash flow during tough times

COVER STORY October 2009
Green Update

SPECIAL PRODUCTS SECTION October 2009
ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2009 Product Showcase
The latest innovations from the Chicago trade show

FEATURES September 2009
Infection Control: Flushing Away Germs
Preventing Cross-Contamination in the Restroom

FEATURES September 2009
IAQ: Sifting Through The Rubble
Proper Vacuum Filtration Is Key To Protecting IAQ

SOFTWARE September 2009
Inspection Software: Mobile Devices Provide Instant Results

CONTRACTING INSIGHTS September 2009
Cold Calls Require A Warm-Up

CARPET CARE September 2009
Bonnet Cleaning Remains A Controversial Issue For BSCs

ASHKIN ON GREEN September 2009
Selecting Disinfectants For A Green Cleaning Program

ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2009 September 2009
Chicago Trade Show Seminar Schedule And Exhibitor List

COVER STORY September 2009
Green Training: Extra Credit
State-Mandated Green Standards Send Cleaning Crews Back To School

ISSA REPORTS September 2009
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

NEWS TICKER September 2009
Hiring Managers From Outside The Industry During A Recession: Is It Worth It?

COVER STORY September 2009
Pricing Pressure
How to safeguard your prices in the face of a tattered economy and cash-strapped customers

TECHNOLOGY September 2009
Routing Software: En Route To Better Service
Routing software plans more efficient deliveries, helping to save time and money

EXCLUSIVE SURVEY RESULTS September 2009
Distributor Sales 2008
SM's exclusive survey results reveal a decline in sales

FROM THE EDITOR September 2009
Sales Are Down, But Distributors Are Not Out

FREETIME September 2009
Send In The Clown Band

UP CLOSE: HAND DRYERS September 2009
Throwing In The (Paper) Towel
Today's high-speed hand dryers are helping end users save on operational costs while also promoting sustainable restrooms

UP CLOSE: MICROFIBER September 2009
Easily Green
Microfiber has become a component of green programs, despite the product category not being certified by a third party

GREEN NEWS September 2009
Hawaii Requires Green Cleaning In Schools

ASSOCIATION UPDATE September 2009
ISSA Elects 2010 Board Members

PRODUCTS September 2009
New Products: September 2009

8/28/2009
Survey: Flu Threat Doesn't Change Hygiene Habits

COVER STORY August 2009
The Big Squeeze
Productivity And Your Employees

FEATURE August 2009
Disinfection: Six Steps To Better Restroom Cleanliness
Preventing cross-contamination by implementing proper cleaning procedures

FEATURE August 2009
Carpet Care Certifications
CRI answers the demand for environmental standards in carpet care equipment

ISSA REPORTS August 2009
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

REGARDING... August 2009
Diversification: The Market Is Ready, But Are You?

NEWS TICKER August 2009
Price Indexing Can Fight Future Inflationary Hits

BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT August 2009
ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2009: Spotlight On Green, Networking

DILUTION CONTROL August 2009
Chemical Packets Control More Than Just Portion

HAND SANITIZER August 2009
Hand Sanitizer: Cleaner Hands Without Soap And Water

ASHKIN ON GREEN August 2009
Green Vacuuming Not Just About The Carpet

COVER STORY August 2009
Game Plan For Growth
Making up for recessionary losses: New markets, new services, new staff

7/29/2009
Higher Ed. Bill Contains Money for 'Green Schools'

ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2009 PREVIEW July 2009
ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2009: Green Is The 'Bright Idea'
ISSA announces highlights and keynote speaker for Chicago show

TECHNOLOGY July 2009
Software Simplifying Customer Pricing
Customer pricing software allows today's distributors to set and modify product prices with ease

FROM THE EDITOR July 2009
Overseas Innovation

FREETIME July 2009
Miss Oklahoma's Dad

UP CLOSE: CARPET CARE July 2009
Cleaning Heavily-Soiled Carpeted Areas
The right blend of products and equipment can help keep customers' carpets in good standing order

UP CLOSE: ICE MELT July 2009
Ice Melt: Remember ‘Mother Earth’ When Fighting ‘Mother Nature’
Environmentally friendly ice melt is available, but distributors need to avoid greenwashing

UP CLOSE: TOWEL & TISSUE July 2009
Making Sense Of Recycled Paper
Understanding the difference between recycled fiber and post consumer waste is step one to selling green paper

IN THE NEWS July 2009
Italian Cleaning Show Provides Positive Experience Despite Economy

GREEN NEWS July 2009
Green Seal Establishes Soaps and Shower Products Standard

ASSOCIATION UPDATE July 2009
SEWSSA Operation Clean Sweep A Success

CONTRACTING INSIGHTS July 2009
Growing Up During Down Times

7/9/2009
Green in Schools Passes In Connecticut

NEWS TICKER July 2009
Green Cleaning Laws Passed In Conn., Nev.

FLOOR CARE July 2009
Eco-Friendly Flooring Maintenance Requires Caution, Common Sense

ASHKIN ON GREEN July 2009
Guide To Selecting Green Chemicals

COVER STORY July 2009
Fundamental Shift: How the recession is changing the cleaning industry

DAY CLEANING July 2009
Adapting To Day Cleaning
Getting janitors and occupants accustomed to daytime cleaning

YOUR TWO CENTS July 2009
What Tech Innovation Is Your Company Embracing?

7/2/2009
Hawaii Governor Considering Vetoing Green Legislation

6/22/2009
Congress Urged to Support Green Schools Legislation

6/18/2009
U.S. Green Product Council Debated

RESTROOM CARE June 2009
Hand Dryers Or Towels? Determining Facilities' Needs

6/15/2009
Accredited Green Training Now Available

ISSA REPORTS June 2009
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

6/12/2009
Conn. Green Bill Goes Through

6/9/2009
Standards for Soaps, Cleaners, and Shower Products

6/8/2009
Swine Flu Continues To Linger

COVER STORY June 2009
2009 Housekeeping Solutions Reader Survey
What a difference a year makes. In-house managers reflect on the shift in industry-wide spending, purchasing and green and management decision-making

FEATURE June 2009
A Bright Idea: Green Cleaning
Environmentally preferable cleaning is no longer an option, but a necessity

FEATURE June 2009
Floor Equipment: Cost Cutting In A Tough Economy
Comparing the cost of repairs with new purchases and making the most of floor care equipment

FEATURE June 2009
Soap & Sanitizer: Infection Control Begins With Hand Hygiene
Soaps and hand sanitizers can have a big impact on personal and economic welfare

EDITORIAL June 2009
Edging Out The Competition

COVER STORY June 2009
Preserving The Bottom Line
The current economy is forcing distributors to re-examine their business strategies

WHOLESALERS June 2009
Wholesalers: Banding Together
Wholesalers helping distributors manage their inventory during this recession

TECHNOLOGY June 2009
Fit To Print
Despite online capabilities, distributors still have demand to print catalogs and product labels

FROM THE EDITOR June 2009
It's Time To Listen To Your Customers

FREETIME June 2009
On The Adventure (Race) Of A Lifetime

UP CLOSE: RESTROOM CARE June 2009
Feminine Hygiene: The Untapped Market
Feminine hygiene products are often overlooked by purchasing agents

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE June 2009
Cleaning With Water
Electrolyzed water and steam vapor systems allow end users to clean without chemicals

IN THE NEWS June 2009
States Active In Green Cleaning Legislation

PRODUCTS June 2009
New Products: June 2009

6/2/2009
Green Clean Schools Movement Accelerating

INFECTION CONTROL May 2009
Cross-Contamination Hot Spots

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW May 2009
Jim Sutton, Better Business Cleaning Inc.

COVER STORY May 2009
Finders Keepers
Our survey reveals turnover is down. How BSCs are holding on to the best employees

ASHKIN ON GREEN May 2009
Go Green: Minimize Use Of Floor-Care Chemicals

5/27/2009
Three Additional States Pass Green Cleaning Bills

VACUUMS May 2009
Proper Filtration Key To Protecting IAQ

GREEN PRODUCTS May 2009
Green Cleaning Schools Legislation: How BSCs Are Adjusting

CONTRACTING INSIGHTS May 2009
Employee Motivation: Don't Let It Fall Into Recession

TECHNOLOGY May 2009
Bidding, Estimating And Workloading Software Costs Justified

REGARDING... May 2009
Cleaning Receives Mixed Messages

5/18/2009
SEWSSA Operation Clean Sweep A Success

5/15/2009
San Francisco SEIU Members Reject Contract Agreement

5/15/2009
Maryland Governor Signs Green Cleaning In Schools Bill

5/14/2009
E-Verify Program Gaining In Popularity

5/12/2009
SEIU Announces Healthcare Reform Coalition

5/11/2009
Conn. House Passes Green Cleaning In Schools Bill

5/11/2009
Battle Brews In Detroit Over Outsourcing

ONLINE REPORT April 2009
H1N1 Fact Sheet For Cleaning Professionals
What industry professionals need to know about swine flu

OBITUARY May 2009
Howard Coffey Passes Away

TECHNOLOGY May 2009
Foolproof Delivery
POD software allows for streamlined ticketing, document retrieval

FREETIME May 2009
Rescue On The Water

UP CLOSE: AUTOMATIC SCRUBBERS May 2009
Safety First
Tips for teaching proper operator use and maintenance of automatic scrubbers

UP CLOSE: CHEMICAL PROPORTIONING May 2009
Warewashing: A Labor-intensive Sale
Customer service is key when offering foodservice and laundry chemical dispensing systems

GREEN NEWS May 2009
Maryland Passes Green Cleaning Legislation

WEB BYTES May 2009
ISSA Debuts New Home Page

MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS May 2009
Kimberly-Clark Acquires Safety Products Company

COVER STORY April 2009
Green Goes Platinum
How Chicago's FBI building became the first LEED-EB: O&M Platinum-certified facility

FEATURE April 2009
Floor Care: The Evolution Of An Old Stand-by
Traditional mops and buckets get a face-lift by adjusting to a changing jan/san market

FEATURE April 2009
Carpet Care From Start To Finish
From preparation to drying, end users outline the steps necessary to successfully care for carpets

COVER STORY April 2009
Campaigning For Green
More and more states are proposing green cleaning legislation aimed at schools. A look at how civic-minded distributors are leading the charge

TECHNOLOGY April 2009
Diversifying Through Partnerships
Internet trading networks offer distributors the ability to streamline sourcing while maintaining their level of expertise

FROM THE EDITOR April 2009
Drive Green Initiatives

FREETIME April 2009
Getting The Band Back Together

UP CLOSE: SOAP April 2009
Contaminated Hands?
Study finds refillable soap dispensers can be breeding grounds for bacteria

UP CLOSE: PRIVATE-LABEL PRODUCTS April 2009
Competing Against National Brands
Customer interest in private-label products are expected to increase during a recession

UP CLOSE: VACUUMS April 2009
Cleaning Carpets Without Tiring
Lightweight uprights may not be as powerful as traditional vacuums, but help improve worker productivity

IN THE NEWS April 2009
More Than A Dozen States Propose Green Cleaning Bills

GREEN NEWS April 2009
EcoLogo Develops Hand Sanitizers Standard

PRODUCTS April 2009
New Products: April 2009

EDITORIAL April 2009
Customer Cuts: Making Up The Difference

NEWS TICKER April 2009
Green Cleaning Bills Proposed In Many States

TECHNOLOGY April 2009
Smartphones Give BSCs Freedom To Work In Field

CONTRACTING INSIGHTS April 2009
Distributors Need To Show BSCs Their Value

BIOBASED CLEANERS April 2009
Soy, Corn and Citrus Products Give Impressive Performances

ASHKIN ON GREEN April 2009
Promote Yourself On Earth Day

COVER STORY April 2009
Bid To Win

FEATURE April 2009
SEIU To Renegotiate For Full-Time Positions

ONLINE REPORT April 2009
Swine Flu Resource Information

FROM THE EDITOR March 2009
How Much Are Your Services Worth?

FREETIME March 2009
Life Through The Lens

UP CLOSE: ODOR CONTROL March 2009
Conquering Restroom Odors
Proper use of fragrances and daily cleaning help quell unpleasant smells

UP CLOSE: BROOMS, BRUSHES & MOPS March 2009
Kicking The Bucket And Ringer To The Curb
Bucketless microfiber flat mopping systems differ in many ways from traditional mopping systems

UP CLOSE: CLEANERS & DISINFECTANTS March 2009
Green: The Only Option?
Green cleaners have their place in a cleaning program, but end users must be aware of their limitations

IN THE NEWS March 2009
Learning From A Recession

GREEN NEWS March 2009
EPA Approves Green Disinfectant Program

AROUND THE INDUSTRY March 2009
Pulire Asia Expo Announces New Dates

EDITORIAL March 2009
From Janitors To Scientists?

NEWSBRIEFS March 2009
BSCAI, ISSA To Co-Locate Trade Shows Starting In 2010

BUSINESSCENTER March 2009
Choosing The Right Insurance Coverage

TECHTALK March 2009
Online Timekeeping Option Popular With BSCs

COVER STORY March 2009
Cleaning Science
With concern for occupant health growing, BSCs turn to data to validate sanitation claims

DIVERSIFICATION March 2009
Window cleaning can be a profitable add-on service

BIDDING March 2009
Reverse Auctions: Losing Propositions
Selling services in online auctions only reinforces the view that cleaning is a commodity, BSCs say

ASHKINONGREEN March 2009
Green Soap And Hand Sanitizer Options

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS March 2009
Commission Vs. Salary: The Sales Pay Scale

OPERATIONSLOG: FLOOR CARE March 2009
Slips, Trips and Falls Prevention

OPERATIONSLOG: WASTE MANAGEMENT March 2009
Cooperative Cleaning Gets Occupants To Pitch In

COVER STORY February 2009
Trimming Your Budget
Corporate to Housekeeping: "Pare your budget without sacrificing safety and appearance!" Where and how to cut

FEATURE February 2009
A Game Plan For Cleaning Gym Floors
Identifying best practices to maintaining and extending the life of "the hardwood"

FEATURE February 2009
Green Regulations: Thou Shalt Not...
...disregard green cleaning mandates. Abiding by the law is made easier through education and training

FEATURE February 2009
Targeting Restroom Hot Spots
Identifying trouble areas in an effort to improve perception and reduce cross-contamination

BUYER'S GUIDE February 2009
2009 Buyer's Guide
Sanitary Maintenance's online Buyer's Guide features manufacturers, wholesalers, product and brand-name listings to make sourcing products and suppliers a breeze

TECHNOLOGY February 2009
Beyond The Basic Cell Phone
Distributors are tapping into cellular technology in virtually all areas of their operations

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE February 2009
Studying Up On School Floor-Care Programs
A variety of hard-surface floors makes for a complicated sale of floor-care chemicals in educational facilities

FROM THE EDITOR February 2009
Social Networking For The Cleaning Industry

FREETIME February 2009
Playing Football On Super Bowl Sunday

IN THE NEWS February 2009
CRI Withdraws Support For GS-37

GREEN NEWS February 2009
Missouri Finalizes Green Specifications For Schools

ASSOCIATION NEWS February 2009
IEHA Signs Agreement With CRI

ISSAREPORTS February 2009
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

EDITORIAL February 2009
myCleanLink: Networking On A New Level

NEWSBRIEFS February 2009
CRI Withdraws Support For GS-37

TECHTALK February 2009
Virtual Workplace Provides Options

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS February 2009
The Time Is Ripe For Acquisitions

COVER STORY February 2009
Staying Afloat
How BSCs are faring during these turbulent economic times

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW February 2009
Jamie Gutierrez: Midwest Maintenance
Educating and promoting employees key to company's business plan

ASHKINONGREEN February 2009
Microfiber, Though Not Certified, Is Still Green

OPERATIONSLOG: TOUCH-FREE PRODUCTS February 2009
Touch-free Technology Improvements Reduce Costs

OPERATIONSLOG: WATERLESS URINALS February 2009
Waterless Urinal Cleaning Specifications

OPERATIONSLOG: CARPET CARE February 2009
Extractors: Truck Mount Vs. Portable

COVER STORY January 2009
Supply & Demand Quandary
Are you getting products from the best source?

TECHNOLOGY January 2009
Know Thy Customer
Customer relationship management software allowing distributors to nurture client relationships

UP CLOSE: TOUCH-FREE January 2009
A Clean Exit
Touch-free door handles afford patrons additional restroom peace of mind

FREETIME January 2009
Herding Sheep For Charity

UP CLOSE: OXY & BIOBASED PRODUCTS January 2009
Restroom Cleaning With Natural Resources
From soap to glass cleaner, oxygen and biobased products can be used in nearly all restroom areas

UP CLOSE: CARPET CARE January 2009
Rising Demand For Certified Equipment And Chemicals
Customers are asking for approved products from the Carpet and Rug Institute. What sets them apart?

IN THE NEWS January 2009
Distributors Learn From Last Winter

ONE-ON-ONE January 2009
The Personal Approach To Distribution

AROUND THE INDUSTRY January 2009
Companies Earn Green Recognition

EDITORIAL January 2009
Be A Consultant To Customers In 2009

NEWSBRIEFS January 2009
LEED 2009 To Reduce Cleaning Credits

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS January 2009
Are You Following Immigration Laws?

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2009 January 2009
Customers Demand Green; BSCs Supply It

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2009 January 2009
Green Cleaning Helps Improve IAQ

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2009 January 2009
Examining Aerosol Attibutes

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2009 January 2009
Proper Floor Pad Determined By Composition

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2009 January 2009
Choosing The Right Battery For Equipment

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2009 January 2009
Appropriate Upright Vacuum Use

ASHKINONGREEN January 2009
Defining Green Floor-care Equipment

OPERATIONSLOG: GREEN CLEANING January 2009
Sustainability Adds Edge To Green Products

12/29/2008
Look For Green To Explode In 2009

12/29/2008
Virginia Logs At Least 35 MRSA Deaths in 2008

COVER STORY December 2008
Forecasting 2009
Next year's challenges are already taking shape. Distributors plan for the bumpy road ahead

HUMAN RESOURCES December 2008
Recruiting The Next Generation
Distributors struggle to entice young workers to join the jan/san industry

BUYING GROUPS December 2008
The Power Of Many
The benefits of buying groups are further exhibited in a rough economy

TECHNOLOGY December 2008
Savvy Tools For Distributors
GPS technology, a robust Web site and a paperless office headline next year's hot list

SALES December 2008
Win Clients With Business Reviews
This high-level selling approach focuses on customer goals rather than products

FROM THE EDITOR December 2008
Does Green Take A Back Seat To Science In '09?

FREETIME December 2008
Connecting With Vintage Airplanes

UP CLOSE: WASTE MANAGEMENT December 2008
Help Customers Reduce, Reuse And Recycle
With America's emphasis on green, the market is ripe for selling recycling products

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE December 2008
Putting Together A Winter Floor-care Program
Proper matting and daily maintenance plays a sizeable role in prevention against winter elements

GREEN NEWS December 2008
LEED 2009 Passes Ballot, Reduces Cleaning Credits

PEOPLE AND COMPANY NOTES December 2008
Owner Of Les Produits Sanitaires Passes

COVER STORY November 2008
2008 Reader Survey
Compare your department with industry standards in regards to budgeting, purchasing and evaluating the green movement

FEATURE November 2008
Attracting New Employees
Best practices when it comes to recruiting, hiring and retaining a quality workforce

FEATURE November 2008
Carpet Care Chemicals: Extended Life Expectancy
A comprehensive maintenance program that includes the use of proper cleaning chemicals can prolong the life of a carpet

EDITOR'S NOTE November 2008
Where You've Been And Where You're Going

COVER STORY November 2008
Made In China: For America
Examining the overseas pipeline for private-label products

TECHNOLOGY November 2008
Why Distributors Now Buy Online
While some distributors still favor an old-fashioned phone call, more are turning to wholesalers and manufacturers' Web sites to place orders

FROM THE EDITOR November 2008
Will Product Prices Drop Along With Gas?

FREETIME November 2008
Doing Business On The ‘Other Side Of The Tracks’

UP CLOSE: CROSS CONTAMINATION November 2008
Fighting The Flu
During the flu season, distributors will need to keep cross-contamination products well-stocked

UP CLOSE: CARPET CARE November 2008
Low-Moisture Techniques Gaining In Popularity
Carpets receive less water, dry faster and require fewer deep extractions

UP CLOSE: FLOOR PADS November 2008
Selecting The Right Floor Pad
Determining the perfect type and composition depends on the task at hand

IN THE NEWS November 2008
MRSA Concerns Still High

ONE-ON-ONE November 2008
Achieving Success While Surviving A Family Business

EDITORIAL November 2008
Make A Difference During Flu Season

NEWSBRIEFS November 2008
BSC First To Earn Hiring Certification

BUSINESSCENTER November 2008
Can Bad Managers Change Their Behavior?

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS November 2008
Effective Training Involves Understanding

COVER STORY November 2008
Win School Contracts

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW November 2008
Executive Interview: Lonnie J. Williams
Award-winning minority BSC specializes in federal contracts

FEATURE November 2008
Manufacturer Reps Work Closely With BSCs

OPERATIONSLOG: ODOR CONTROL November 2008
Odors: Don't Mask Them — Remove Them

OPERATIONSLOG: DISINFECTANTS November 2008
Disinfectant Methods Offer Variety Of Options

10/10/2008
Survey: Facility Execs Strategize Green

10/9/2008
Study: Proper Chemical Usage in Hospitals

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS October 2008
Succession: Choose Tomorrow's Leaders Today
Succession planning should no longer begin the moment an employee leaves the company

COVER STORY October 2008
Corporate Conscience
From philanthropy to sustainability, how BSCs are giving back

DIVERSIFICATION October 2008
Residential Cleaning One Way To Diversify Services
Branching into residential cleaning can be profitable, but a different business model is needed

ASHKINONGREEN October 2008
APPA Custodial Effectiveness Audit Included In LEED
The value for contractors is that LEED-EBOM provides two potential points based on performance

OPERATIONSLOG: FLOOR CARE October 2008
Batteries: Determining The Best Power Source For Equipment
The gelled battery also offers more stability. It can withstand extreme temperatures, shock and vibration

OPERATIONSLOG: CROSS-CONTAMINATION October 2008
MRSA, Superbugs Change How BSCs Clean
It’s really about best practices, and not moving any bacteria from one place to another

COVER STORY October 2008
Liable
Distributors and product safety: How accountable are you?

TECHNOLOGY October 2008
Upgrading Distribution Software
Implementing software can be challenging, but with a proper timetable and training, major problems can be averted

UP CLOSE October 2008
Hand Sanitizer: Keeping Hands Clean Without Water
Distributors can help customers choose the best type of hand sanitizer and proper placement

UP CLOSE October 2008
Carpet Care: Breaking Down Carpet Chemicals
Distributors must help end users wade through the plethora of available products

IN THE NEWS October 2008
Distributors Prepared For Hurricane Ike

EDITORIAL October 2008
Small Perks, Big Motivation

NEWSBRIEFS October 2008
Hurricane Ike: How BSCs Weathered The Storm

BUSINESSCENTER October 2008
Creating Custom Training Videos
Custom training videos cover the exact techniques janitors use under the exact building conditions

9/30/2008
Workplace Violence Report Focuses on the Facility

9/29/2008
Hoteliers Go Green To Save The Planet

9/23/2008
Green Seal Gains ANSI Accreditation

9/23/2008
Build Green Schools From The Ground Up

9/16/2008
Disposing of Old Toilets and Urinals

9/9/2008
Final Version of GS-37 Released

BUSINESSCENTER September 2008
Legal Smarts Help BSCs Avoid Lawsuits

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS September 2008
Employee-Retention Strategies
Employees commit to companies if they know there’s a possibility of a future promotion

COVER STORY September 2008
Whatever It Takes
In an era of high gas prices, BSCs are making sure employees get to work

SPECIALREPORT September 2008
Election 2008: McCain or Obama?
Which candidate is the right choice for the cleaning industry?

FEATURE September 2008
New Accounts: How To Get A Head Start
Smart planning during the account start-up process equals strong contracts

ASHKINONGREEN September 2008
Avoiding Greenwashing
Being branded a ‘greenwasher’ not only affects credibility, but it could lead to legal action

OPERATIONSLOG: DAYCLEANING September 2008
Daycleaning Requires New Tools and Methods
When people have seen the janitor, they are more likely to feel a sense of responsibility to help keep the building clean

OPERATIONSLOG: CARPET CARE September 2008
Carpet Machines: Extending Their Lifespan
When filters clog, there is a loss of air flow, which can build up pressure, overheat the engine and damage the machine

COVER STORY September 2008
Waste Not, Want Not
A comprehensive waste management program will benefit both the facility and the environment

FEATURE September 2008
Clean For Health: Achieving Green and Clean
New technologies strike the right balance between environmentally friendly and germ-free

FEATURE September 2008
Cleaners and Disinfectants: Minimizing Your Chemical Inventory
Assessing chemicals is a big job, but it needs to be done regularly

MARKET BY MARKET: HEALTH CARE September 2008
Cleaning With The Building Occupant In Mind
Health care facilities target their cleaning mission to focus on indoor air quality, odor control and combating resistant organisms

COVER STORY September 2008
Running On Empty
As fuel costs escalate, distributors' margins erode

FROM THE EDITOR September 2008
Pass On Price Increases With Care

UP CLOSE September 2008
Microfiber: After A Slow Start, Sales Are Picking Up
Product benefits and hands-on demonstrations help break down end user resistance

UP CLOSE September 2008
Towel & Tissue: On A Roll
Distributors are getting to know customer demands when it comes to paper products

FREETIME September 2008
Putting Out Fires…Literally

IN THE NEWS September 2008
Picking The Best Presidential Candidate

ASSOCIATION UPDATES September 2008
ISSA Summarizes VOC Regulations

8/26/2008
'Greenwashing' Of Cleaning Products Rampant

8/25/2008
Green Jobs Grow for Those With the Right Skills

8/20/2008
Survey: Mich. School Service Privatization Grows Again

8/14/2008
Survey: Negative Restroom Experiences Deter Business

8/14/2008
Hospitals Increase Efforts To Control MRSA

8/12/2008
Survey: Cleaners Optimistic Of Green

8/11/2008
Study: Most Large Companies Unprepared for Natural Disasters

8/8/2008
Do You Hold Your Sales Force Accountable?

8/5/2008
Strict Green Building Codes Become Law in San Francisco

ONE-ON-ONE August 2008
Stepping Outside Of The Janitor's Closet

COVER STORY August 2008
Gone Green
Distributors are 'talking the talk' when it comes to selling green products, but are they really 'walking the walk?'

FEATURE August 2008
Bilingual Training: ¿Habla Español?
It may be controversial, but Spanish-language training can be a profitable business decision

FEATURE August 2008
Generating Sales Leads Via The Internet
More distributors are using their company Web sites as a primer for sales

FEATURE August 2008
Taking Stock Of Inventory Costs
"Profit Myths In Wholesale Distribution" explains how to keep supply lucrative

FEATURE August 2008
From Salesperson To Management Material
Promoting from within may be the best fit

FROM THE EDITOR August 2008
Sustainable Success

FREETIME August 2008
Author Inspired By A Soldier's Letter

UP CLOSE August 2008
Hand Dryers: Several Markets Poised To Reap Benefits
Movie theaters, stadiums and restaurants favor eco-friendly option over costly towels

UP CLOSE August 2008
Oxy, Citrus, Soy: Products Continue To Evolve
New ingredients, greener outlook and greater efficacy help fuel demand

UP CLOSE August 2008
Foodservice: Promoting Bundled Products
Grouped kitchen cleaning products offer benefits for distributors and customers

IN THE NEWS August 2008
Green Legislation Passed In Boston, California And Missouri

AROUND THE INDUSTRY August 2008
EPA To Focus On Green Claims For Disinfectants, Sanitizers

ASSOCIATION UPDATES August 2008
ISSA 2009 Board Members Elected

ISSAREPORTS August 2008
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide
August 2008

EDITORIAL August 2008
Green Initiatives Up To BSCs To Implement

NEWSBRIEFS August 2008
Green Legislation Passed From Coast To Coast

TECHTALK August 2008
Online Advertising A Big Part Of Marketing Strategy

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS August 2008
Differentiation Defined

BUSINESSCENTER August 2008
Getting Salespeople To Hit The Ground Running

COVER STORY August 2008
Maxing Margins
Cutting Costs. Raising Prices. Increasing cleaning's value

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW August 2008
Executive Interview: Don Zerivitz
Reaping the rewards of financial transparency

ASHKINONGREEN August 2008
Green: Find It At ISSA/INTERCLEAN
At ISSA/INTERCLEAN, anticipate lots of exhibitors with green products and training programs

OPERATIONSLOG: BROOMS AND MOPS August 2008
Brooms And Mops Influenced, Improved By Technology
Microfiber mops come in a variety of sizes, shapes and systems to match the application

OPERATIONSLOG: RESTROOM CARE August 2008
Restroom Cleaning Machines Reduce Cleaning Times

8/1/2008
Houston’s Largest Hotel Goes Green

ISSA/INTERCLEAN^® August 2008
ISSA/INTERCLEAN^® Las Vegas Show Guide

COVER STORY August 2008
Shopping Around
Cleaning managers now have multiple options when it comes to purchasing their jan/san products

FEATURE August 2008
LEED Facilities: Going For The Gold, And Even Platinum
LEED takes 'going green' to a new level

FEATURE August 2008
Touch-Free Restroom: The Total Package
Touch-free paper dispensers allow a facility to customize their system for the highest return on investment

FEATURE August 2008
Vacuums: The Air We Breathe
The role vacuums play in regards to indoor air quality

MARKET BY MARKET: RETAIL August 2008
Green: One Step Ahead Of Uncle Sam
Retailers embrace green initiatives, despite the lack of regulations

7/31/2008
California To Require Green Building On New Construction

7/31/2008
Union Launches "Justice For Janitors" In Canadian Capital

7/28/2008
Michigan Parks Add Green Restrooms

7/17/2008
Boston & Oakland Latest to ‘Go Green’

7/14/2008
Missouri Now Requires Green Cleaning in Schools

7/11/2008
Employers Fight Curbs on Illegal Immigrants

7/11/2008
Proposed LEED Changes Prioritize Energy Savings

7/10/2008
Green Cleaning Requirements Vary By State

7/10/2008
Schools See Benefit To Cleaning Green

7/9/2008
Boston Law Requires Green Cleaning

7/7/2008
Campground Builds Green Restrooms

EDITORIAL July 2008
Midwest's Green Reputation Growing

NEWSBRIEFS July 2008
Flood Assistance Offered By BSCs, Organizations

TECHTALK July 2008
Hardware Increases Productivity

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS July 2008
Standardizing Procurement Programs
Cash tied up in idle inventory creates a negative impact on the company's profitability

BUSINESSCENTER July 2008
Succession Planning: The Basics

COVER STORY July 2008
The New Face Of Your Workforce
BSCs are taking advantage of the influx of retiree workers

CERTIFICATION July 2008
Certifications For BSCs Elevating The Industry
Third-party cleaning certifications growing in popularity among BSCs

HR July 2008
Underperforming Employees: How To Deal With Them
BSCs identify when and how to discipline workers who don't meet job expectations

TRADE SHOW PREVIEW July 2008
ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2008: A Look Ahead
Show mixes new features with popular sessions

ASHKINONGREEN July 2008
Cradle To Grave Vs. Cradle To Cradle
While cradle to cradle is just emerging in the cleaning industry, it is the next step in green cleaning

OPERATIONSLOG: FLOOR CARE July 2008
Chemical-Free Floor Care Methods Growing
There’s been definitely a move toward reducing chemical usage and reducing water usage

OPERATIONSLOG: MICROFIBER July 2008
Microfiber Maintained With Proper Use, Laundering
Heat is the biggest enemy of microfiber. It can destroy the fabric instantly or it can break it down over time

COVER STORY July 2008
The Future Of Your Department
Ensuring the future success of a department through worker recruitment, retention and effective succession planning

FEATURE July 2008
Waste Management: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Proper implementation of recycling initiatives can help save the planet, as well as recoup budget dollars

FEATURE July 2008
Cross-Contamination: Cleaning Targets Germ Hot Spots
Focusing on cross-contamination, proper cleaning techniques help prevent the spread of bacteria and disease

FEATURE July 2008
Show Coverage: Cleaning Managers Prepare For Las Vegas
Convention attendees are quick to tout the benefits of industry-related trade shows and anxiously await ISSA/INTERCLEAN North America

FEATURE July 2008
Carpet Equipment: Distributors Tout Low-Moisture Machines
End users can save on labor and chemicals while achieving better aesthetics, healthier facilities and longer carpet lives

EDITOR'S NOTE July 2008
Pain At The Pump: Its Impact On Cleaning

FEATURE July 2008
The Talk Of The Warehouse
Voice picking software boosts accuracy and productivity

FEATURE July 2008
What's In The Cards?
ISSA/INTERCLEAN 2008 boasts events specifically for distributors

FROM THE EDITOR July 2008
Wicked Weather

UP CLOSE July 2008
Matting: Leaving Dirt At The Door
High performance matting systems play a key role in reducing cleaning costs

UP CLOSE July 2008
Restroom Care: Encouraging Hand Washing
Appealing products, correct equipment and appropriate signage help promote proper hand hygiene

FREETIME July 2008
Born To Ride

ONE-ON-ONE July 2008
From The NFL To Jan/San Distribution
After playing four years in the NFL, Brian Carpenter, CEO of Aries Supply Inc., has sucessfully tackled the jan/san industry

6/30/2008
For Many Workers, Retirement Can Wait

6/26/2008
Creating a Return-to-Work Program

6/25/2008
Solutions to Employee Recognition Problems

6/23/2008
Finding the Right Rx for Your Workers' Comp Program

6/23/2008
North Carolina School Cleaning Going Green

6/19/2008
CDC: Bird Flu Strains Adapt To Aid Potential Human Infection

6/12/2008
EPA Developing Specs for Water-Saving Urinals

6/11/2008
Survey: Clean Surface Satisfaction Results Announced

6/10/2008
Report: Green Cleaning and Sustainability

6/10/2008
Bacteria Lurks In Highway Rest Stops

6/9/2008
CRI Earns ANSI Certification For Its Green Carpet Testing

6/6/2008
As Campuses Crumble, Budgets Are Crunched

COVER STORY June 2008
Custodial Closet
What does your supply closet say about your cleaning goals?

FEATURE June 2008
Cleaning Security: Staff Due Diligence
Maintaining a safe environment keeps workers focused on the job at hand

FEATURE June 2008
What's New 2008 Product Showcase

FEATURE June 2008
Floor Care: Rolling Out The Welcome Mat
When properly placed, matting systems can save money, improve safety and benefit the entire cleaning mission

FEATURE June 2008
Floor Care Equipment: The Domino Effect
By stretching labor dollars, autoscrubbers can improve production, quality and the number of projects accomplished

MARKET BY MARKET: GOVERNMENT June 2008
Assessing The Overall Green Mission
Stretching beyond cleaning to identify green initiatives that benefit state and federal governments

NEWS June 2008
Industry News

COVER STORY June 2008
The New Face-to-Face
The traditional sales call is in decline. From e-mail to Web conferencing, distributors are exploring alternative ways to connect with customers

FEATURE June 2008
Wholesalers: Understanding And Selling Green
Wholesalers help take the guesswork out of sustainable product lines

FEATURE June 2008
A Site To Be Seen
Distributors using Web sites as marketing tools

FROM THE EDITOR June 2008
Changing With The Times

UP CLOSE June 2008
Green: Greenwashing A Growing Problem For End Users
Help customers make sense of the crowded green-cleaning market

UP CLOSE June 2008
Floor Care: Vacuuming Hard Surface Floors
Recent studies find vacuuming to be an efficient alternative to dust mopping

UP CLOSE June 2008
Soaps: The Crossover Appeal To Multiple Markets
Certain features make specific soaps desirable for more than one business sector

FREETIME June 2008
Swimming, Cycling, Running And Giving

EDITORIAL June 2008
Benchmarking At The International Level

ASHKINONGREEN June 2008
Green Terminology: Educate Yourself
Organizations can't solely focus on profits, but must also consider impacts on people and the planet

OPERATIONSLOG: RESTROOM CARE June 2008
Restroom Cleaning: Speeding Up The Process
The number of chemicals carried into a restroom has been reduced, increasing efficiency

5/28/2008
Research: Employers Offer Additional Amenities

5/28/2008
Open For Comment: USGBC's Proposed Improvements to LEED

5/27/2008
Despite Shaky Housing Market, Green Building Surges

5/20/2008
College Ranked #2 by EPA for Green Power Purchased

5/15/2008
Report: Energy Use Declines While Utility Costs Go Up

5/13/2008
Los Angeles Janitors Reach Contract Agreement

5/9/2008
Laundromat Emphasizes Sustainability

5/9/2008
Illinois Schools Set to Go Green

5/8/2008
Cal. Sustainability Workshop Teaches Going Green

5/7/2008
Survey: Emergency Preparedness Plans

5/6/2008
Green Efforts Pay Off For School District

5/1/2008
Cracks in Crackdown on Illegal Workers

NEWSWORTHY May 2008
Distributors Cope With Rising Gas Prices

ISSAREPORTS May 2008
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide
May 2008

EDITORIAL May 2008
Get The Information You Need, When You Need It

NEWSBRIEFS May 2008
Green Cleaning Initiatives Launched By Various Organizations

TECHTALK May 2008
Inspection Software Gives Sales, Retention Edge

COVER STORY May 2008
Containing Comp Costs
Ever-rising workers’ comp rates have BSCs seeking solutions

CUSTOMER SERVICE May 2008
Customer Complaints: Fixing Partnerships, Improving Quality
Continued success depends on how well BSCs can handle their clients’ problems

DIVERSIFICATION May 2008
Diversify Services According To Facility Manager Needs
Being in tune with the outsourcing needs of customers helps BSCs diversify for success

ASHKINONGREEN May 2008
Green Growing During A Recession
Green cleaning can be a point of differentiation and add value during hard economic times

OPERATIONSLOG: LEED AND GREEN May 2008
New LEED Specifications Take Green Cleaning To The Next Level
Green cleaning is really cleaning for health and safety, then the environment, and most people focus entirely on the products

OPERATIONSLOG: VACUUMS May 2008
Reduce Operator Injuries With Safety Tips

FEATURE May 2008
Retaining Distribution Employees
Jan/san distributors look to suppress high turnover rates

EDITOR'S NOTE May 2008
Legislation Blocking Water Savings

MARKET PULSE May 2008
Chemical Proportioners And Training Go Hand In Hand
Maximize the benefits of portioning systems by ensuring end-user buy-in

MARKET PULSE May 2008
Autoscrubbers: The Path To Productivity
Proper selection of floor equipment is key in offsetting the lack of manpower

TECH CENTRAL May 2008
Safeguarding Company Data

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY May 2008
Cosby To Deliver ISSA Keynote

FREETIME May 2008
'Hula No Ka Oi!' Or Simply, Hula Is The Best

4/30/2008
Outlining Illinois Green Clean Schools Act

4/28/2008
Green Workplaces Of The Future Could Produce Their Own Power

4/24/2008
Green Schools Top the Agenda for U.S. Communities

4/23/2008
Green Seal Provides GS-42 Certification Checklist

4/10/2008
Palazzo Las Vegas Named Largest 'Green' Building in the World

4/9/2008
Program Promotes Greening & Cleaning America

4/7/2008
Opinion: Outsourcing Ups and Downs

4/7/2008
University Safety Education Extends to Housekeeping

4/3/2008
Outlining the Environmental Savings of Recycled Paper

4/3/2008
EPA Focuses on Healthy Schools in Time for Earth Day

CLEANTIPS April 2008
CleanTips: BSCs Discuss Retaining Quality Employees

CLEANTIPS April 2008
CleanTips: Avoiding Problematic Customers

COVER STORY April 2008
When Manufacturers Merge...

NEWSWORTHY April 2008
Agencies Ask For Green Cleaning Help

MARKET PULSE April 2008
Private Label Products Grow In Quality And Demand
Skepticism about "generic" products is decreasing as today's private label products work better, look nicer and expand into new categories

TECH CENTRAL April 2008
Software Addresses Sales Needs

FREETIME April 2008
The Music Man

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION April 2008
CEOs on Sustainability
Industry suppliers share their views on green products and processes

EDITORIAL April 2008
Turnover Woes Resonate With Other Industries

TECHTALK April 2008
Mobile Device Policy Varies

BUSINESSCENTER April 2008
Health Insurance Costs Reduced With Wellness Programs
When workers are healthy, they are usually more productive and happier at work

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS April 2008
Advertising Vs. Marketing: How To Reach Customers
The definitions of advertising and marketing are somewhat similar. Advertising is actually part of the marketing plan.

COVER STORY April 2008
Turnover Prevention: Why Workers Stay Put
Other service industries share their anti-turnover strategies

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS April 2008
When Disaster Strikes, BSCs Can Help
Contractors play a major role in their customers’ disaster recovery plans

CUSTOMER SERVICE April 2008
Problem Customers: How To Deal And When To Cut Ties
With patience, humility and foresight, nuisance customers can emerge as loyal clients

ASHKINONGREEN April 2008
The Greening Of Consumer Products
This year, three retail ‘giants’ launched green cleaning products. The rest won’t be far behind

OPERATIONSLOG: SOAP, TOWEL & TISSUE April 2008
The Attributes Of A Complete Green Restroom
Truly green restrooms are those where users leave and have used the least amount of product in the most hygienic way

OPERATIONSLOG: CHEMICALS April 2008
Oxygen And Bio-based Cleaners Offer Many Uses

COVER STORY April 2008
Fighting The Good Fight
Five Tips On How Custodial Managers Can Combat The Outsourcing Threat

FEATURE April 2008
Reaping The Benefits
Launching a day-cleaning operation requires some due diligence, but the payoff can be big

FEATURE April 2008
Greening Your Cleaning
Environmentally friendly products and practices offer a breath of fresh air for housekeeping managers

FEATURE April 2008
Justifying New Equipment
Cleaning managers access the facility and outline the steps necessary to purchasing carpet-care equipment

FEATURE April 2008
Brooms, Brushes & Mops
Managers comment on progress made to the handheld market and training techniques that are essential to the success and safety of a custodial team

ISSA REPORTS APRIL 2008 April 2008
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

NEWS April 2008
Industry News

EDITOR'S NOTE April 2008
Planning For The Future Of Your Department

3/31/2008
Survey: Health Care Tops Worker List of Worries

3/25/2008
Seattle Public Utilities Flushes Self-Cleaning Toilets

3/25/2008
Contract Cleaning Expected to Grow

3/24/2008
ISSA Urges Industry to Assist in GS-37 Revisions

3/17/2008
Pittsburgh Pirates Go Green

3/14/2008
Custodians Monitor Green Cleaning Progress

3/14/2008
Green Cleaning Legislation Spreading at the State Level

3/13/2008
Congress Continues Focus on Immigration

3/12/2008
Illinois Finalizes Green Guidelines for Schools

3/6/2008
Green Initiatives Sweep College Universities

3/4/2008
Green Schools Healthier, Smarter?

3/3/2008
Hold Onto Good Workers in Bad Times

March 2008
CleanTips: A Green Culture Starts From Within

COVER STORY March 2008
Diversifying
From foodservice to office supplies, distributors are creating new revenue by expanding their product sectors

CLEANTIPS March 2008
CleanTips Podcasts: Product Diversification

FEATURE March 2008
Too Cramped For Comfort
Distributors often outgrow their warehouse space. How to recognize the warning signs and take action

MARKET PULSE March 2008
Vital Products: Brooms, Brushes And Mops
Distributors have found success building sales relationships by selling conventional cleaning products

MARKET PULSE March 2008
Disinfectants: Finding A Green Alternative
Disinfection plays a significant role in most facilities' cleaning regimes. But because disinfectants can't be certified green, distributors are helping end users find healthy alternatives

MARKET PULSE March 2008
Odor Control Outside Of The Restroom
Diligent cleaning of problematic areas helps quell foul smells in facilities

TECH CENTRAL March 2008
Training Sales Reps On Mobile Devices

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY March 2008
SDA Announces Board Of Directors

FREETIME March 2008
Helping Out Ohio Mothers

EDITORIAL March 2008
Is Cleaning Recession-Proof?

NEWSBRIEFS March 2008
Janitors Campaign For Better Wages, Improved Health Insurance

TECHTALK March 2008
Timekeeping And Payroll Options Provided By Technology

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS March 2008
Organizational Framework: Businesses Need A Solid Foundation
To ensure a promising future businesses need to follow an organizational framework

COVER STORY March 2008
Growing Your Customer Base
The average business losses half of its clientele every five years. How to cultivate new customers for your market

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW March 2008
Gary Walker, Magic Touch Cleaning
Giving Customers The Royal Green Treatment

HR March 2008
'The Dream Manager': The New Book On Reducing Turnover
With 'The Dream Manager,' employers retain workers by helping them achieve their life goals

2008 BSCAI March 2008
BSCAI 2008 At A Glance
This year’s show comes to the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Fla., in April

ASHKINONGREEN March 2008
Water-Efficient Products And Techniques
Understanding an emerging issue such as water conservation makes you a valuable resource to your customer

OPERATIONSLOG: WASTE MANAGEMENT March 2008
Trash Collection In Office Facilities
Having the right-sized receptacles will make the overall appearance of the building look cleaner

OPERATIONSLOG: FLOOR CARE March 2008
Floor Stripper Chemistry And Odor Continue To Improve

2/28/2008
Company Cleans Up By Going Green

2/27/2008
School Takes Right Steps To Fight MRSA

2/26/2008
America's Top Performing Buildings Announced

2/18/2008
School Trend: Privatizing Services

2/7/2008
Sustainability Rating System Targets Higher Education

2/6/2008
Deirdre Imus Helps Schools Go Green

COVER STORY February 2008
Knocking Down Barriers
Language doesn't have to be a management obstacle. How to communicate effectively with a bilingual workforce

COVER STORY February 2008
CleanTips Podcasts: Breaking Through Employee Language Barriers

FEATURE February 2008
Green Labeling
Third-party organizations are expanding certification programs to help in-house cleaning managers achieve sustainable goals

FEATURE February 2008
Preventing Slips, Trips And Falls
Improving floor safety protocols can recoup big dollars for facility managers

FEATURE February 2008
Growing Trends In Microfiber
Applications and markets for microfiber technology continue to grow

FEATURE February 2008
Odor Control In The Restroom
To remove odors, cleaning crews must first identify the culprits

MARKET BY MARKET: EDUCATION February 2008
Keeping The MRSA Bacteria At Bay
What cleaning managers should know about beating the "Superbug"

NEWS February 2008
Industry Buzz

COVER STORY February 2008
2008 Buyer's Guide
SM's Buyer's Guide online, features manufacturer, wholesaler, product and brand-name listings to make sourcing products and suppliers a breeze.

MARKET PULSE February 2008
Floor Care: Cleaning Stone And Porcelain Tile
As more facilities switch to stone and porcelain flooring in their entryways and lobbies, proper chemical selection and daily maintenance will be critical

TECH CENTRAL February 2008
End User Demands Drive Distributor Sites

EDITOR'S NOTE February 2008
Building Relationships Along The Supply Chain

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY February 2008
ISSA Backs Cleaning Act

FREETIME February 2008
Golf Club Maker Above Par

NEWSBRIEFS February 2008
USGBC's LEED-EB Undergoes Changes

TECHTALK February 2008
VoIP Telephoning Gets The Green Light

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS February 2008
Define Quality By Asking Your Customers
It is the customer that ensures that your business is positioned to deliver quality services

COVER STORY February 2008
Mergers & Acquisitions
How recent activity could affect BSCs nationwide

SALES & MARKETING February 2008
E-marketing Enhanced By Web Content
Build trust with potential customers by providing information they can use

PRODUCTSHOWCASE February 2008
What's New: Special Product Section
Product innovations over the past year include an increased emphasis on green cleaning, bio-based products, touch-free fixtures, cleaning systems and technology that helps building service contractors do a better job. This special product section showcases 75 of them.

ASHKINONGREEN February 2008
MRSA: Is Green Cleaning Effective?
For green cleaning, use a traditional disinfectant against MRSA, but limit its use to only high-risk areas

OPERATIONSLOG: TOUCH-FREE PRODUCTS February 2008
Touch-free Restrooms, By Popular Demand
Touch-free fixtures are becoming an expectation — people don’t want to go into a dirty restroom

OPERATIONSLOG: CARPET CARE February 2008
Low-Moisture Techniques: Quick, Easy, Eco-friendly
Carpets can look clean, smell and feel fresh, and maintain a high level of indoor air quality, with minimal disruption to occupants

1/31/2008
Survey: Restroom Odors

1/22/2008
Manufacturers Answer Green Demands

1/21/2008
Publication Provides Energy Efficiency Guidance for K-12 Schools

1/21/2008
Handwashing Is the First Line of Defense

1/18/2008
New Standard Looks at Carpeting Products

1/17/2008
EPA Issues Emission Standards for Hospital Sterilizers

1/16/2008
Green Seal Extends GS-37 Comment Period

1/15/2008
USGBC Publishes Catalog of LEED Innovation & Design Points

1/11/2008
Carpet Cleaners Have High Expectations for 2008

1/11/2008
LEED-EB Revision Wins Approval

1/10/2008
ANSI Standard Targets Carpet Sustainability

1/10/2008
ISSA Supports Green Cleaning for Schools Guidelines

1/9/2008
Five Steps to Sustainability

1/7/2008
Smaller Companies Explore Green Options

1/4/2008
Study: PPE Compliance Tops Workplace Concern

1/3/2008
First City Commits to LEED Platinum Certification

1/3/2008
Public Comment on Ill. Green Cleaning Guidelines Deadline January 8

COVER STORY January 2008
Price Hike
What to do in an era of unprecedented price increases: Absorb them? Pass them on?

FEATURE January 2008
MRSA: A 'Super' Problem
MRSA infections in the U.S. reach epidemic proportions

EDITOR'S NOTE January 2008
New Year's Resolution: Become A Green Distributor

NEWSWORTHY January 2008
Organizations Take Green To Next Level

MARKET PULSE January 2008
Carpet Gets High Marks In Educational Facilities
More schools are switching to carpet for improved health and safety of building occupants

MARKET PULSE January 2008
Selling A Complete Touch-free Restroom
The emergence of more touch-free products has given distributors new sales techniques when selling to end-users

TECH CENTRAL January 2008
Sales Presentations Get Technical

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY January 2008
SouthEast Link Pairs With Schools

FREETIME January 2008
The Yoga Master

EDITORIAL January 2008
MRSA: Be Ready To Address Customer Concerns

NEWSBRIEFS January 2008
MRSA: A 'Super' Problem

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS January 2008
Financial Ratios: Power In Numbers
Financial analysis using ratios is the most effective method for assessing strengths and weaknesses

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Advancements In Touch-free Restrooms

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Touch-free Restroom Maintenance

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Green Cleaning In Educational Facilities

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Understanding Microfiber Grades

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Mopping Safety And Ergonomics

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
The Basics Of Daily Floor Care

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Autoscrubber Advancements

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Maintaining Floor-care Machines

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Improving IAQ With Vacuum Filters

HR January 2008
Chronic Absenteeism Hindered By Hiring And Disciplinary Standards
Screen workers, establish firm rules to cut down on chronic absenteeism

ASHKINONGREEN January 2008
Green Cleaning In The New Year
For those who have already begun a green journey, 2008 should be a time to begin the next steps

OPERATIONSLOG: GREEN EQUIPMENT January 2008
Green Equipment Gives Cleaning Programs A Boost
If you don’t have a vacuum that’s sealed up and has proper filtration, all it’s going to do is blow dust all over the place

12/31/2007
Workers Put Finishing Touches On City's First Public Restroom

12/26/2007
CDC and NIOSH Issue MRSA Guidelines

12/19/2007
Green Schools Caucus

12/18/2007
Chemical Exposures May be Linked to Diseases

12/17/2007
USGBC Takes LEED to the Next Level

12/11/2007
EPA, District of Columbia Agree to Go Green

12/10/2007
Study: MRSA Hospitalizations Double Over Six Years

12/10/2007
UT Certified as First Green Cleaning University

12/5/2007
Museum Honors Cleaning Industry

12/3/2007
Cigarette Litter Down 54 Percent

12/3/2007
MRSA Truly Super

FEATURE December 2007
2008 Customer Forecast
In-house service providers and building service contractors' challenges and expectations for the new year

FEATURE December 2007
Reducing Warehouse Accidents
Safety oriented practices lead to high levels of productivity in the workplace

NEWSWORTHY December 2007
OSHA Makes Ruling On Protective Gear

MARKET PULSE December 2007
Matching Waste Receptacles To Their Markets
From commercial offices to hotels, different facilities have different waste management needs. The right receptacle for one building could be the wrong choice for another

MARKET PULSE December 2007
Floor-care Chemicals For The Busiest Of Areas
Floors in high-traffic facilities receive constant wear and tear. Choosing the right products — including green chemicals — will go a long way in maintaining a clean appearance

FREETIME December 2007
Slow Cooking For The Holidays

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY December 2007
WAXIE Honored by SMUD

BUSINESS MANUAL: SALES AND MARKETING December 2007
Quit Training Your Sales People

CLEANTIPS December 2007
CleanTips Podcasts: E-Commerce's Role In Distribution

11/30/2007
New California Workshop Focuses on LEED for Schools

11/29/2007
Survey Identifies 'Green Gap'

11/28/2007
Survey: U.K. Government Not Helping Businesses Turn Green

11/27/2007
Study Finds Misleading Green Claims

11/27/2007
Salary Report Shows Increased Compensation as Aging Workforce Affects Facility Management Profession

11/26/2007
Cleaning Robot Targets Restrooms

11/26/2007
Group Urges 'Green' Cleaning

11/15/2007
Chicago Bumps Up Green Initiatives

11/12/2007
Schools Search for Ways to Recap MRSA Dollars

11/5/2007
New Caucus Raises Awareness of Green Schools

11/5/2007
Custodians Attack Graffiti

11/2/2007
Better Cleaning Can Prevent MRSA in Hospitals

ISSA/INTERCLEAN® 2007 November 2007
ISSA Photo Recap
ISSA/INTERCLEAN® 2007 in Orlando was a smash hit, and here�s a look at some of the show and related events

11/1/2007
Schools Measure Advances to Expand Background Checks

COVER STORY November 2007
Should Disaster Strike...
The steps to developing an effective emergency preparedness plan

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW November 2007
CleanTips Podcasts: Preparing For An Emergency

FEATURE November 2007
What's New Product Guide

CLEANING OPERATIONS: RESTROOM CARE November 2007
Fixture Upgrades are a Win-Win for Customers and Maintenance
Match the needs and expectations of restroom visitors with plumbing fixtures that best address your long-term service and maintenance requirements

CLEANING OPERATIONNS: WASHROOM CARE November 2007
Soaps Or Sanitizers: The Great Debate
Misconceptions regarding the functions of soaps and sanitizers can result in misuse. Educating cleaners on the proper uses can improve health among building occupants

MARKET BY MARKET: HOSPITALITY November 2007
Rolling Out The Welcome Mat
Properly maintaining floors in hotel entryways leads to improved perception of the entire facility

ISSA REPORTS NOVEMBER 2007 November 2007
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

NEWS November 2007
Industry Buzz

EDITORIAL November 2007
Self-Promotion: Are You An Informational Resource For Your Customer?

NEWSBRIEFS November 2007
ABM Industries Inc. Acquires OneSource Services

TECHTALK November 2007
Teleconferencing, Web Conferencing Save Time And Travel

BUSINESSCENTER November 2007
Reference Lists: How Happy Customers Can Help Your Business

COVER STORY November 2007
The Road Ahead
A CP survey reveals contractors' expectations for 2008

SAFETY November 2007
Improving Worker Safety
Efforts by BSCs to train and communicate with employees about worker safety can yield significant improvements

GS-42 CHECKLIST November 2007
Green Seal Certification Checklist
A helpful checklist for BSCs seeking Green Seal certification for their green cleaning programs

ISSA/INTERCLEAN® 2007 November 2007
ISSA Photo Recap
ISSA/INTERCLEAN® 2007 in Orlando was a smash hit, and here’s a look at some of the show and related events

ASHKINONGREEN November 2007
Going Green: A Step-By-Step Approach
Don’t waste your time reinventing the wheel. Instead, concentrate on implementing your green program

OPERATIONSLOG: CHEMICALS November 2007
All-Purpose Cleaners Save Time, Money And Space
BSCs don’t need as much warehouse space as they used to, thanks to the availability and effectiveness of all-purpose products

OPERATIONSLOG: ODOR CONTROL November 2007
Restroom Odor Should Be Attacked At Its Sources
Restroom odors can come from many sources, including the natural odors emanating from the humans using them

COVER STORY November 2007
Anatomy Of A Purchase
How sophisticated is the purchasing process? A look at how end users buy

EDITOR'S NOTE November 2007
Do You Have The Right People In Place?

NEWSWORTHY November 2007
Paper Companies Catch Green Wave

NEWSWORTHY November 2007
CleanTips Podcasts: CleanTips Podcasts: Green Cleaning's impact on distribution

MARKET PULSE November 2007
Keys To Reducing Cross Contamination
Using the proper products and techniques - especially in the right areas - will help keep building occupants healthy

MARKET PULSE November 2007
A Well-Rounded Approach To Carpet Care
Specific facilities or customer types have different needs - both in machines required and cleaning frequency

TECH CENTRAL November 2007
Outsourcing Gets Technical

FREETIME November 2007
A Family Fluent In Sign Language

10/31/2007
Closing for MRSA Might Not be Necessary

10/15/2007
CIMS Certification Opens at ISSA/INTERCLEAN

10/15/2007
San Francisco Labor Leaders Denounce Federal Intimidation of Immigrant Workers

10/12/2007
Federal Judge Delays Bush's Illegal Worker Policy

10/11/2007
Paper Industry Faces Green Changes

10/9/2007
Distributor Search Function Added to CleanHound.com

10/4/2007
Research Institute Receives Grant From CRI

10/4/2007
Seasonal Jobs Threatened

10/3/2007
Shift Towards Greener Cleaning

10/2/2007
Retailers are Going Green

10/1/2007
BOMA Teams with ALM and USGBC to Assess Green Initiatives in Commercial Real Estate

COVER STORY October 2007
Business Without The Boomers
Handing off knowledge from one generation to the next

MARKETING SURVEY October 2007
Distributor Sales 2006: Exclusive Survey Results

NEWSWORTHY October 2007
CRI's Seal Of Approval Goes Green

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE October 2007
Keeping Dispensers Clean Will Keep Occupants Healthy
Soap and paper dispensers need to be cleaned inside and out on a regular basis. How easy this will be depends on the choice of the dispenser.

MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE October 2007
Product Selection Critical In A Carpet's Longevity
Pairing carpet chemicals with certain carpet fibers is vital in maintaining and extending the life of a carpet.

FREETIME October 2007
A 'Modest' Art Collector

EDITORIAL October 2007
Immigrant Labor: Thinking Outside The Box

NEWSBRIEFS October 2007
LEED Certification: Ohio Schools Aim For Green Buildings

TECHTALK October 2007
E-Mail Marketing Effective With A Good Mailing List And Creative Messages

BUSINESSCENTER October 2007
Provide Temp Workers To Leverage Market Share

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS October 2007
Using Failure To Breed Success
Analysis of failure is like an autopsy. It helps identify the root cause and how it could have been prevented

COVER STORY October 2007
E-Commerce Brings Distributors Closer To BSCs
How the Web is strengthening BSCs' bonds with distributors

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW October 2007
Industry Profile: Bob Armbruster, Clean Team Inc.
Strong employee commitment leads to company success

ASHKINONGREEN October 2007
Green Cleaning In Commercial Facilities
Don’t just switch to a green product or two — make sure your cleaning procedures protect occupant health

OPERATIONSLOG: CROSS-CONTAMINATION October 2007
Preventing Cross-Contamination In Schools Protects Children, Staff
BSCs should be prepared to be proactive and reactive to health threats on surfaces

OPERATIONSLOG: FLOOR CARE October 2007
Leasing Floor-care Equipment May Lead To Increased Profits
If the machine is going to be worn out or obsolete in three years, then it doesn’t make sense to pay with cash

9/28/2007
New Guidelines Help New York Schools Go Green

9/27/2007
CRI’s Seal of Approval Goes Green

9/26/2007
New Green Seal Standard for Soaps and Shower Products

9/25/2007
BOMA Poised to Re-Adopt Office and Adopt Industrial Floor Measurement Standards

9/25/2007
DHS Set to Finalize New Verification Requirements for Employees

9/24/2007
Green Truth Behind Hotels

9/24/2007
The Making of a Great Sales Manager

9/21/2007
EPA Announces Green Building Design Competition Winners

9/20/2007
Students and Teachers Notice Green Cleaning Efforts

9/19/2007
Wal-Mart Pledges To Go Green

9/19/2007
American Workers No. 1 In Productivity

9/18/2007
Green Seal Answers Top 10 Questions About GS-42

9/17/2007
Hotels That Focus on Green Initiatives

9/17/2007
Contract Cleaning Report Released

9/14/2007
Hospitals Announce Code "Green"

9/13/2007
BOMA's 12 Tips for Emergency Planning

9/13/2007
Green Clean Schools Act Becomes Law in Illinois

9/11/2007
Choosing the Right Janitorial Firm

9/11/2007
Hotels Focus on Allergen Elimination

9/10/2007
Global Green Panel Series: Green Schools for New Orleans

9/6/2007
Green Seal Re-Opens Registration for GS-37 Revision Process

9/6/2007
City Hall in Cal. Hoping for LEED Gold

9/6/2007
School Privatization on the Rise

9/5/2007
Contractors Pushed Towards Green

COVER STORY September 2007
Performance Audits
How effective is your cleaning department? Evaluating operations through third-party assessments

CLEANING OPERATIONS: CLEANERS & DISINFECTANTS September 2007
Shopping for Cleaners and Disinfectants
Tips on how to make the right choices

CLEANING OPERATIONNS: ICE MELT September 2007
Avoiding the Slippery Slope
Three ice melt mistakes and how to avoid them

MARKET BY MARKET: RETAIL September 2007
Focusing on Sustainability Issues
Large retailers throughout the United States are answering consumer demands for greener initiatives

NEWS September 2007
Industry Buzz

EDITOR’S NOTE September 2007
Does Your Facility Make the Grade?

NEWSBRIEFS September 2007
SEIU Victories Continue

TECHTALK September 2007
Look Professional, Avoid Miscalculations With Bidding, Estimating And Workloading Software

BUSINESSCENTER September 2007
How To Raise Prices Without Losing Customers

BOOKREVIEWS September 2007
Is It Time For A Change? Find The Answers In Two Quick Business Reads
Is It Time For A Change? Find The Answers In Two Quick Business Reads

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS September 2007
Attracting And Retaining Generation Y
Gen Yers expect feedback often. Show them how their work contributes to the bottom line

ACQUISITIONS September 2007
Purchasing Pointers
Acquiring a company is a fast way to grow. Is your business ready to buy?

MANAGEMENT September 2007
The Best Ways To Motivate Staff
Recognizing workers’ achievements will enhance performance and improve retention rates

ASHKINONGREEN September 2007
Go Green At ISSA/INTERCLEAN^®
Look for exhibitors that will help you differentiate your green company from others in the market

OPERATIONSLOG: HAND TOOLS September 2007
Training Employees To Use Color-Coded Equipment
Some employees say, ‘A mop is a mop,’ but once we educate them on cross-contamination, they quickly grasp the difference

COVER STORY September 2007
Seed Of Change
Eco-friendly operations taking root in jan/san manufacturing

FEATURE September 2007
One-Stop Suppliers
Jan/san distributors are finding new opportunities by adding foodservice items to their products offerings

BOOK EXCERPT September 2007
Understanding Jan/San Redistribution
A comprehensive look at wholesalers for jan/san manufacturers, distributors

EDITOR'S NOTE September 2007
Green Starts At The Roots

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE September 2007
Hand Dryers Meet Cleaning Professionals' Demands
Knowing customers' restroom needs - reduced costs and environmental benefits - will increase the potential for a sale

ON THE SALES SIDE September 2007
Luck Versus Positive Thinking

BUSINESS MANUAL: SALES AND MARKETING September 2007
18 Ways To Lose The Sale

BUSINESS MANUAL: SALES AND MARKETING September 2007
Winning The Sales Talent Quest

BUSINESS MANUAL: SALES AND MARKETING September 2007
Sales Standards For Better Sales Results

FREETIME September 2007
Extreme Kayaking

8/31/2007
CIRI Makes Transition in Executive Director Role

8/31/2007
NY Sets Standards for Green Buildings

8/30/2007
Governor Pushes to Privatize Housekeeping Jobs

8/29/2007
CIRI 2008 Symposium To Be Held Outside D.C.

8/28/2007
New Jersey Township Goes Green

8/24/2007
Business Bankruptcies Increase 7 Percent in Second Quarter

8/24/2007
Green Category Added To ISSA Innovation Awards

8/23/2007
Risk-Assessment Agreement Supported by Associations

8/22/2007
Illinois Governor Signs Green Cleaning Schools Act

8/21/2007
Health Care Exhibit Spotlights Green

8/21/2007
Antibacterial Soaps Show No Additional Health Benefits

8/20/2007
Illinois Green Grant Programs Get Thumbs Up

8/17/2007
Immigration Raids May Be Halted For Upcoming Census

8/16/2007
Eleven Camden Yards Temp Workers To Go On Hunger Strike

8/14/2007
Is Your Training Effective?

8/13/2007
School Board Defends Outsourcing Decision

8/13/2007
Employers Fear Immigration Crackdown

8/9/2007
Green Cleaning Network Launches New Web Site

8/6/2007
Examining Green Cleaning Products

8/3/2007
Recycling Numbers Drop in California

EDITORIAL August 2007
Learning By Example: A Seller’s Nightmare

NEWSBRIEFS August 2007
Australian Company Acquires UNICCO For $410 Million

BUSINESSCENTER August 2007
Selling And Marketing On A Limited Budget
An industry-update luncheon is not a commercial — it’s an opportunity to socialize about cleaning trends

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS August 2007
Who Is Generation Y?
Outnumbering baby boomers by 1.3 million, Gen Y will have a social impact on the business world

COVER STORY August 2007
Staying Current on Immigration
With reform laws failing in Congress, BSCs are back to square one. How to ensure your workers are legal

ACQUISITIONS August 2007
For Sale By Owner
Ready to sell your company or division? Get your money’s worth with proper planning

TRADE SHOW PREVIEW August 2007
An Early Look At ISSA/INTERCLEAN

ASHKINONGREEN August 2007
The Geography Of Green Cleaning
If you act quickly, you can take advantage of a state’s slower pace and make a name for yourself as a green trailblazer

OPERATIONSLOG: INDOOR AIR QUALITY August 2007
Improving IAQ Takes Education And Investment
Think of a building as an ecosystem that is impacted by many different components

OPERATIONSLOG: FLOOR & CARPET CARE August 2007
Flooring Trends Are Changing Across All Markets
Schools are switching to carpet to make floors last longer, but kids track in a lot of dirt — that means daily vacuuming

FEATURE August 2007
Microfiber's Market Potential
Hailed by healthcare as a crucial element in preventing cross contamination, microfiber's efficacy is fueling adoption in other facility types

NEWSWORTHY August 2007
Grassroots Launches ChildSafe List

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE August 2007
Brush And Pad Knowledge Builds Customer Base
As simple as brushes and pads are, care still needs to be taken in product selection. Distributors discuss what to look for when working with a customer

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE August 2007
Eco-Responsible Paper Products Gain Momentum
As a disposable product, paper isn't typically regarded as green. However, strides are being made by the industry's manufacturers to reuse materials and reduce waste

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY August 2007
Award To Recognize Green Schools

FREETIME August 2007
The Long Road Ahead

COVER STORY August 2007
The Merits of Safety
Do you want better worker morale, lower absenteeism and improved productivity? It all starts with safety.

FEATURE August 2007
Cleaning for Health
Preventing cross-contamination starts with the right products and proper training

CLEANING OPERATIONS: RESTROOM CARE August 2007
Improving Touchless Technology
Will touch-free technology bring us a germ-free restroom?

CLEANING OPERATIONNS: VACUUMS August 2007
Lean, Green, Quiet Machines
New technology and design make vacuuming easier than ever

MARKET BY MARKET: COMMERCIAL August 2007
All Eyes on Orlando
The Orange County Convention Center Welcomes ISSA/INTERCLEAN

EDITOR'S NOTE August 2007
Networking Your Way To The Top

7/31/2007
Distributors Find Value in Added Services

7/27/2007
OSHA's Pandemic Flu Guidance For Healthcare Workers

7/27/2007
DOL Requires Minimum Wage Posters Be Displayed

7/26/2007
Texas Law Opens Restrooms to Patrons

7/24/2007
New Generation of Products Meet Strict Criteria for Children's Health and Safety

7/24/2007
Green Cleaning Awards to Honor School Programs

7/23/2007
Students Release Public School Evaluation for Green Restrooms

7/23/2007
Boost Employee Recognition Programs

7/20/2007
School Board Votes to Outsource Janitors

7/18/2007
Survey: Green Carpet Cleaning

7/18/2007
Advisory Boards are an Asset to Distributors

7/17/2007
Survey: Hotel Guests Ditch Green Habits

7/16/2007
Janitors Work With Union On Possible Strike

7/16/2007
Automatic IRAs for Small Employers

7/13/2007
Colleges Consider 'Green' To Get The Edge

7/12/2007
Green Cleaning Competition Offers Chance to be Recognized

7/10/2007
Green Building A First On Capitol Hill

7/9/2007
Green-minded Tourists Finding More Options

7/6/2007
USGBC Hits 10,000 Member Mark

7/5/2007
U.S. Mayors Champion the Greening of America's Schools

7/3/2007
New Federal Minimum Wage Takes Effect July 24, 2007

7/2/2007
Royal Family Rules on Green Housekeeping

EDITORIAL July 2007
Heighten Trade Show Success By Planning Ahead

NEWSBRIEFS July 2007
Senate Defeats Immigration Reform For A Second Time
Plus: Newt Gingrich To Speak At ISSA/INTERCLEAN North America

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS July 2007
Want More Money? Improve Productivity
Knowing your staff’s cleaning times will keep your operation running at maximum efficiency

COVER STORY July 2007
In Their Own Words
Front-line workers speak their minds on industry topics of interest

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW July 2007
Guy Mingo, Marsden Holding
Growing on a national scale without losing the local-company appeal

GREEN CLEANING July 2007
LEED Continues To Open Doors For BSCs
Keeping current with new LEED certifications can prove advantageous

WASTE MANAGEMENT July 2007
A Liquid Lesson
How BSCs servicing airports responded to and aided with enforcement of the liquids ban

OPERATIONSLOG: ERGONOMICS July 2007
BSCs Benefit From Advances In The Science Of Ergonomics
The trend in ergonomics is coinciding with the trend in green, so things are becoming more efficient

OPERATIONSLOG: PEST CONTROL July 2007
Best Methods For Removing Insects, Rodents And Birds
Today’s pest management involves less pesticide usage, especially in commercial facilities where occupants work on a daily basis

COVER STORY July 2007
Strength In Numbers
The industry's buying groups provide distributors with business-enhancing services

FEATURE July 2007
Sea Of Opportunity
As winters trend toward milder temperatures, ice melt manufacturers say there is still plenty of demand for product

EDITOR'S NOTE July 2007
The Sum Greater Than The Parts?

NEWSWORTHY July 2007
Innovation Headlines Italian Cleaning Show

TECH CENTRAL July 2007
Distribution Slow To Adopt RFID

BUSINESS MANUAL: ON THE SALES SIDE July 2007
Your Earnings Challenge

BUSINESS MANUAL: CLEANERS CORNER July 2007
Concrete Solutions

FREETIME July 2007
Fun With Antiques

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY July 2007
Gingrich To Give ISSA Keynote

6/29/2007
Immigration Bill Blocked By Senate

6/28/2007
CIRI Calls for 2008 Symposium Papers

6/27/2007
Energy Performance Requirements Within LEED Scheduled to Increase

6/27/2007
Sustainability and Green Buildings Embraced by the Health Care Industry

6/26/2007
SDA Defends Hand Sanitizer Safety

6/26/2007
Green Roofs Become Trend

6/25/2007
Michigan Schools Find Solution to Minimal State Funding

6/25/2007
LEED Spreads To New Parts of Missouri

6/22/2007
Next Generation of Workers Negate Expectations

6/21/2007
Insourcing was the Answer at one Hospital

6/21/2007
Bush Urges Hispanics to Speak Up

6/20/2007
USGBC makes $1 Million Commitment to Support Green Building Research

6/19/2007
Survey Looks Into Understanding of "Effective Cleaning"

6/18/2007
Green Starts in the Restroom

6/18/2007
Does the End of the School Year Mean the End of a Job?

6/13/2007
Portland Hospitals Focus on Reducing Plastic Waste

6/12/2007
OSHA Explains Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals Standard

6/11/2007
Florida Beach Experiments with Automated Toilet

6/8/2007
Immigration Legislation Stalls In Senate

6/6/2007
Bill Helps Small Businesses Comply With Federal Regulations

6/6/2007
ASHES Announces Speakers for 2007 Annual Conference

6/5/2007
Annual EcoMarket Summary Released

6/5/2007
Kentucky Schools Embrace Green Initiatives

6/4/2007
Promoting that you're Green

COVER STORY June 2007
Chain Of Events
Wholesaling's growing role as a catalyst in electronic product support

FEATURE June 2007
Red, White And Green
Interest in green cleaning continues to grow. In many cases, the government is leading the way

NEWSWORTHY June 2007
Campaign Assists Unprepared Businesses

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE June 2007
A Game Plan For Maintaining Gym Floors
As the function of the gymnasium has changed over the years, so have the requirements for gym floor upkeep

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE June 2007
Soaps Or Sanitizers: The Great Debate
Misconceptions regarding the functions of soaps and sanitizers can result in misuse. Distributors can help educate end users on proper uses - and create a healthier world in the process

PRODUCTS June 2007
Products and Solutions

EDITORIAL June 2007
Satisfied With Your Distributor?

NEWSBRIEFS June 2007
Senate Considers Bipartisan Immigration Overhaul

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS June 2007
Lowering Workers’ Compensation Costs
Safety is a barometer of other operating issues — a failure in one area is often a warning sign

HR June 2007
Keys To Proper Terminations
When firing employees it’s best to be honest and prepared

ASHKINONGREEN June 2007
Overcoming Early Green Cleaning Challenges
Moving your company toward green cleaning can be daunting, but the rewards are significant

OPERATIONSLOG: RESTROOM CARE June 2007
Class-A Facilities Require Quality Service And Products
Class-A restrooms should be maintained at least three times a day if they are to be truly clean

COVER STORY June 2007
2007 Reader Survey
How your peers budget, pick products, measure performance and size up the 'green' movement

FEATURE June 2007
Turning Clean Into Green
Outlining the return on investment when "greening" cleaning products and procedures

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE EQUIPMENT June 2007
May The Power Be With You
Understanding the differences between various floor machine power options can make or break a cleaning program

MARKET BY MARKET: GOVERNMENT June 2007
State Facilities Focus On Green
Sustainable initiatives rank high on lawmakers' lists, but implementing these programs can be a challenge

ISSA REPORTS JUNE 2007 June 2007
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

NEWS June 2007
Industry Buzz

6/1/2007
Lack of Contract Puts Hundreds of Janitors on the Street

6/1/2007
Hard Times for Immigrants

5/31/2007
Proposed Green Building Standard Now Open for Public Comment

5/30/2007
USGBC and ICC Commit to Joint Educational, Business, and Policy Initiatives to Further Green Building Practices

5/29/2007
Georgia Takes On Green School Movement

5/25/2007
SIOR Foundation Contributes $10,000 to BOMA Energy Efficiency (BEEP) Program

5/25/2007
NFIB Releases Small Business Health-Care Survey Results

5/24/2007
USGBC Testifies Before the U.S. Congress about Green Building

5/24/2007
IEHA Holds 41st Annual Educational Conference & Convention in Conjunction with ISSA/INTERCLEAN® North America

5/22/2007
Immigration Bill Makes it Through Round One in Senate

5/21/2007
Hotel Workers Embrace Green Cleaning

5/18/2007
Senators Compromise on Immigration

5/18/2007
Practice Makes Perfect

5/17/2007
Green Seal Clarifies Stakeholder Process for GS-37 Revision

5/17/2007
Immigration Bill Goes to Senate

5/17/2007
Illinois Becomes Second State to Require Green Cleaning in Schools

5/16/2007
Janitorial Equipment and Supplies Demand to Reach $7.6 Billion in 2011

5/15/2007
Small Businesses Win with New House Bill

5/14/2007
Union Uneasy about State Requiring Background Checks on Workers

5/14/2007
Green Initiatives in Maine Focus on Energy

5/11/2007
Successful Cleaning Science Symposium Identifies Potential of Clean Standards

5/10/2007
College Campus Unites to Support Custodian

5/10/2007
English-Only Policies Result in Lawsuits

5/9/2007
H2E Announces Winners of the 2007 Environmental Excellence Awards

5/9/2007
Building Design Leaders Collaborating on Carbon-Neutral Buildings by 2030

5/8/2007
Illinois Schools Impacted by New Green Cleaning Regulation

5/7/2007
ISSA/INTERCLEAN® CHINA 2007 Announces Three-Day Education Program

5/7/2007
Environmental Services Department of the Year Competition Unveiled

5/7/2007
Green Building Not a Priority in Texas

5/3/2007
Study Reveals that Green is Here to Stay

5/3/2007
Show them the Money

5/2/2007
USGBC’s LEED Green Building Rating System Awards Credit for Product Certification

5/2/2007
Distributors Pressured to Reduce Costs

FEATURE May 2007
The Big Payback
Distributors discuss the types of dispensing systems and insights on how they save end users money

EDITOR'S NOTE May 2007
Customers Need To Know: ‘What’s New?’

NEWSWORTHY May 2007
Community Commits To Green Cleaning

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE May 2007
The Past, Present And Future Of Autoscrubbers
While the function of automatic scrubbers remains unchanged, the latest models focus more attention on simplicity, cost savings and environmental concerns

TECH CENTRAL May 2007
Defending Your Data

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY May 2007
CIMS: A Value Added Program

5/1/2007
Study Reveals that Jobs are Crucial for Immigrants

TECHTALK May 2007
Messaging Methods Go Far Beyond E-mail

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS May 2007
Differentiating Yourself From The Competition
Even a small, simple change can significantly increase profits if it targets your customers’ needs

COVER STORY May 2007
CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS
A CP survey finds out what facility managers want from their BSCs

GREEN CLEANING May 2007
Examining Green Certification Updates
Lead third-party organizations are offering more ways than ever for BSCs to be environmentally friendly

OUTSOURCING May 2007
Tight School Budgets Benefit BSCs
Is Michigan kickstarting a nation-wide outsourcing trend?

ASHKINONGREEN May 2007
Proving The Value And Effectiveness Of Green
By just using toilet paper with recycled content, we can save up to 25 million trees a year

OPERATIONSLOG: MICROFIBER May 2007
Good, Better Or Best: Making Sense Of Microfiber Grades

4/30/2007
Catching up with N.Y. Green Cleaning Law

4/25/2007
Employees Rank Health Insurance as Top Benefit

4/25/2007
Making the Most of the Trade Show Experience

4/24/2007
House Speaker and Majority Leader Announce Plans to Green the U.S. Capitol

4/23/2007
Distributors Say their Net Incomes will Increase in 2007

4/23/2007
Racine First U.S. Community to Commit to Green Cleaning

4/23/2007
Top 10 Ways for Commercial Buildings to Save Energy

4/20/2007
Companies Urged to go Climate Neutral this Earth Day

4/19/2007
Study Reveals Possible New Defense Against Bird Flu

4/18/2007
'Green' School Groups Announce Partnership

4/18/2007
Alan Greenspan to Keynote BOMA International Convention

4/17/2007
Hotel Workers Get Makeover

4/16/2007
Environmentalists Focus on Disney to Promote Green

4/13/2007
Tax Time Refuels Immigration Debate

4/12/2007
Canadian Government Moves To Improve Fairness Under Government Contracts

4/12/2007
College Saves by Outsourcing

4/11/2007
Hoteliers Growing Green Properties

4/10/2007
Thirty Ways to Save Energy

4/10/2007
Bush Stresses Immigration Reform in Recent Speech

4/9/2007
Why is it so Difficult to Maintain New Hires?

4/6/2007
Green Cleaning for Dummies Knocks Down Barriers to Going Green

4/5/2007
Feds Suspect Cleaning Company of Hiring Illegals

4/5/2007
Some Predict that Green is the New Black

4/3/2007
Recycling is One Step Towards Green

4/3/2007
Managing Stress at Work

COVER STORY April 2007
The Whole Package
End-users rate their distributor relationship on more than products — it’s all about the value-adds

FEATURE April 2007
The Green Continuum
As the momentum towards green cleaning grows, cleaning managers find alternative ways to implement environmentally friendly cleaning practices

CLEANING OPERATIONS: CARPET CARE EQUIPMENT April 2007
Cleaning by the Clock
When time is of the essence, cleaners can benefit from the use of ‘multi-task’ extractors

CLEANING OPERATIONNS: BROOMS, BRUSHES & MOPS April 2007
Less Pain, More Gain
If your back doesn’t ache, how do you know the floor is clean?

MARKET BY MARKET: HEALTH CARE April 2007
Meeting OSHA Regulations
An overview of health care facility due diligence

NEWS April 2007
Industry Buzz

EDITOR’S NOTE April 2007
Getting More for Your Money

FEATURE April 2007
Invigorating Private Labels
Evaluating the strength of your private label will help ensure its success in the future

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE April 2007
Address Work-Related Injuries Through Ergonomics
The importance of preventing workplace injuries is growing, so extra attention needs to be paid to ergonomic design. Manufacturers detail the many modifications made to brooms, brushes and mops

MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE April 2007
Vacuum Cleaners' Role In Cleaning For Health
Choosing the right vacuum cleaner can help rid a facility of indoor air pollutants. Distributors provide insight on everyday maintenance methods that will improve vacuum performance

TECH CENTRAL April 2007
Legit E-mail Vs. Spam: Thinking Outside The (In)Box

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY April 2007
Linking The Green Community

CLEANER'S CORNER April 2007
Cleaning For Man's Best Friend

FREETIME April 2007
Volunteer Extraordinaire

BUSINESSCENTER April 2007
Newsletters Help BSCs Reach Out To Customers

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS April 2007
The Hidden Costs Of Minimum Wage
BSCs will have to decide whether they can afford the cost of higher wages or absorb the cost of increased turnover

COVER STORY April 2007
State of the Union
An update on recent SEIU activity. Plus, BSCs’ advice regarding organized labor

HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT April 2007
Schools Ripe For Green Cleaning
The time is now for BSCs to win green cleaning contracts in schools

SALES & MARKETING April 2007
Exhibiting Success
BSCs can reach many potential clients as trade show exhibitors

ASHKINONGREEN April 2007
Earth Day Gives BSCs A Chance To Tout Green
Use Earth Day as a hook to tell building occupants, “We care. We are making a difference”

OPERATIONSLOG: SOAP, TOWEL & TISSUE April 2007
BSCs Weigh In On Ways To Reduce Restroom Waste
Don’t be afraid to let the roll run out. If you change rolls before you need to, that is a total waste of product

OPERATIONSLOG: OXYGEN CLEANERS April 2007
Hydrogen Peroxide-based Products Are Winning Over BSCs
The multi-purpose nature of an oxygen cleaner allows it to take the place of several more specialized chemicals

EDITORIAL April 2007
A Different Kind Of Turnover

NEWSBRIEFS April 2007
Congressmen Introduce New Immigration Reform Bill

TECHTALK April 2007
Analyzing IT Needs: In-House Or Outsourced?

3/30/2007
Janitors Consider Striking

3/29/2007
BSCAI Breaks Attendance Record

3/28/2007
Attorney General Barred Janitors from State Facilities

3/28/2007
Texas Requires Criminal Background Checks for Janitors

3/28/2007
Poll: End-User Buying Plans for 2007

3/27/2007
Green Buildings Combat Climate Change, Encourage Innovation

3/26/2007
FMI Keeps $1.4 Million Contract Using CleanTelligent

3/26/2007
Proposed Outsourcing Causes Debate

3/23/2007
Illinois House Passes Green Clean Schools Act

3/23/2007
Unger Wins At Cleaning Show Innovation Awards

3/21/2007
Feedback Sought On Voluntary Cleaning Product Certification Program

3/20/2007
Buyout Firm To Pay $4.7 Billion For ServiceMaster

3/20/2007
California City To Require Contractors To Check Workers' Status

3/19/2007
Survey of Jan/San Distributors Looks at Business Concerns

3/16/2007
Businesses Busted by Immigration Debate

3/15/2007
Janitors Request Green Cleaning Products from School Board

3/14/2007
Carpet Cleaning for Dummies

3/13/2007
Eighty-five Percent of Safety Professionals Surveyed Report Observing PPE Noncompliance in the Workplace

3/12/2007
Casino Outsources Cleaning Services

3/12/2007
Janitor Recognized for her Dedication

3/12/2007
Community Disappointed after University Outsources Janitorial Jobs

3/9/2007
Going Green Gains Chicago Building Toby Award

3/9/2007
I.E.H.A. Hold’s 41st Annual Educational Conference & Convention in Conjunction with ISSA/INTERCLEAN® North America

3/8/2007
State Contractor Banned for Using Illegal Workers

3/7/2007
Cleaners Target Norovirus at N.J. College Campus

3/6/2007
EPA Names BOMA International ENERGY STAR 2007 Partner of the Year

3/6/2007
Green Cleaning Update from Multiple States

3/5/2007
ASHES Announces 2007 National Healthcare Environment Services and Housekeeping Week

3/5/2007
Sale of HD Supply Seems Likely

3/2/2007
Toilet Cleaning Craze in Japan

COVER STORY March 2007
Feedback On Distribution
Receiving mixed market signals? An SM survey of manufacturers and end users clears the air

FEATURE March 2007
Matching Green With The Marketplace
A green cleaning program that includes disinfectants is possible. How to work with your customers to determine and meet their needs and expectations

EDITOR’S NOTE March 2007
Survey (Really) Says: Don’t Get Complacent

NEWSWORTHY March 2007
NAW Keeping Busy This Spring

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE March 2007
Attention To Detail Yields Long Lasting Machines
As an industry, we’d be at a loss without them. Floor machines save time and labor — without much fanfare. Manufacturers provide tips for extending the lives of these workhorses

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE March 2007
Odor Control: Sniffing Out Stinky Areas
Distributors detail the task of helping end users identify and quash odor problems throughout all areas of a facility

TECH CENTRAL March 2007
Preventing Shopping Cart Abandonment

FREETIME March 2007
The Mayor Of Camp Anaconda

EDITORIAL March 2007
Save The Grease And Lose The Squeaky Wheel Instead

NEWSBRIEFS March 2007
Illinois Lawmakers To Consider Green Cleaning In Schools Act

COVER STORY March 2007
Turnover
Answers to BSC's biggest problem: recruiting and retraining quality employees

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW March 2007
Roman Chmiel, Scrub Inc.
Building success on specialty services and specific markets

BSCAI 2007 SHOW PREVIEW March 2007
Winds Of Change Bring BSCAI To Chicago
Also: city highlights,
seminar schedule
and exhibitor list

ASHKINONGREEN March 2007
Does ‘Green’ Mean Cleaning For Health?
Typically, cleaning is seen as a commodity because customers think all cleaning is the same

OPERATIONSLOG: FLOOR CARE March 2007
Match Chemicals With Procedure For Hard Floor Care
Anything you can do to extend the life of the floor so you don’t have to strip and wax so often is going to be beneficial

OPERATIONSLOG: EXTERIOR CARE March 2007
Q&A With Graffiti, Grounds Care And Window-Cleaning Experts

3/1/2007
Hotel Makes Recycling a Priority

3/1/2007
Univeristy Cleaners Evaluate Cleaning Products

2/28/2007
New Public Restrooms Considered in Baltimore

2/27/2007
EcoLogo Simplifies Product Formulation for Manufacturers

2/26/2007
Research Report Reveals 15 Percent of Companies Now Outsourcing Facility Services

2/26/2007
BOMA International Launches The G.R.E.E.N.

2/23/2007
Janitor Execs Charged Over Illegal Aliens

2/23/2007
“The Future is Clean” Theme of Largest Trade Show in Canada - Can Clean 2007

2/22/2007
Green Cleaning Legislation Introduced in Illinois

2/21/2007
2007 Janitorial Cleaning Web Site Awards

2/20/2007
Is that Urinal Talking?

2/20/2007
Wisconsin Schools Target Energy

2/20/2007
EcoLogo Clients Audited for Compliance Program Involves Unannounced Visits

2/19/2007
ISSA Selects Cleaning Industry Management Standard Case Study Participants

2/16/2007
Are Toilet Seats Really Cleaner than Desktops?

2/15/2007
Becoming a Better Manager

2/14/2007
CIRI Selects Papers, Sets Agenda For State of Cleaning Science Symposium

2/14/2007
Drive Towards Green

2/13/2007
Common Sense Needed In Discussions Over Hand Sanitizer Use

2/12/2007
Greenbuild 2007 Moves to Chicago

2/12/2007
Medical Center Leads Capitol Hill in Greening

2/12/2007
SEIU Partnership With Fortune 500 Companies, Labor And Civic Leaders to Spur Effort To Fix Health Care in America

2/9/2007
Analyzing Green Cleaning

2/8/2007
AASHE Recognizes USGBC’s LEED® Silver Standard as part of Climate Change Commitment

2/8/2007
LEED for Schools Public Comment Period Now Open

2/7/2007
NJ Expands Green Cleaning Program

2/6/2007
Janitors Reach Tentative Contract

2/5/2007
Green Movement Goes Mainstream

2/2/2007
Olympic Games in China go for Green

2/1/2007
Clean School Report Card Survey

2/1/2007
CRI Meets ANSI Requirements for Eligibility

EDITORIAL February 2007
Immigration Debate Rages On

NEWSBRIEFS February 2007
Federal Minimum Wage May Increase For First Time In 10 Years

TECHTALK February 2007
Much-Anticipated Windows Vista Debuts, But Most Can Wait To Upgrade

BUSINESSCENTER February 2007
Increase Awareness Of Health Care To Reduce Insurance Costs

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS February 2007
Improving Sales With Solid Structure
The sales profession is complicated. If anyone thinks selling cleaning is easy, they are wrong

February 2007
Setting the Standard
Porter Industries challenges the cleaning marketplace by earning LEED-EB certification

ASHKINONGREEN February 2007
What Makes A Disinfectant Green?
Even though disinfectants don’t have green standards, they are still a part of green cleaning programs

OPERATIONSLOG February 2007
TOUCH-FREE PRODUCTS
Maintaining Quality Service In A Touch-Free Restroom
If people walk into a restroom and see towels on the floor, they immediately think the entire room is unkempt

OPERATIONSLOG February 2007
CARPET CARE
For Maximum Productivity, Size The Extractor To The Job

COVER STORY February 2007
Faster, Cleaner, Cheaper, Greener
(Even) Higher Expectations From Upper Management

FEATURE February 2007
Microfiber: Show Me The Money
Cleaning managers embrace the life-cycle cost benefits of microfiber technology

CLEANING OPERATIONS: RESTROOM CARE February 2007
Restroom: Not a 'One-Size-Fits-All' Proposition
Training, budget and the environment determine the best approach to restroom cleaning

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE February 2007
Floor-Care Chemicals Go Green
More and more manufacturers are unveiling environmentally-preferable stripping options

MARKET BY MARKET: EDUCATION February 2007
Healthy Cleaning Goes to the Head of the Class

ISSA REPORTS FEBRUARY 2007 February 2007
ISSA: Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

NEWS February 2007
Industry Buzz

EDITOR’S NOTE February 2007
It’s time to “sweat the small stuff”

COVER STORY February 2007
2007 BUYER'S GUIDE
SM's Buyer's Guide online, features manufacturer, wholesaler, product and brand-name listings to make sourcing products and suppliers a breeze.

EDITOR’S NOTE February 2007
Keeping The Jan/San Industry Connected

NEWSWORTHY February 2007
Lower Energy Costs Could Spell Relief

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE February 2007
Hard Floor Finishes: Appearance Is Everything
Chemical manufacturers detail the regimens, tools and chemicals needed to properly maintain the life — and looks — of finished hard floors

TECH CENTRAL February 2007
Distribution Software Answering Sales Needs

FREETIME February 2007
One Man’s Mission

1/31/2007
First Medical Facility in D.C. to Implement Green Cleaning

1/31/2007
Minneapolis Airport Affected by Possible Janitor Strike

1/30/2007
School Regrets Decision to Outsource

1/30/2007
Cleaners Step Up to Fight Outbreak

1/29/2007
Green Schools the Hottest Market for Green Building

1/29/2007
Michigan Custodians Fight Outsourcing

1/26/2007
Green Seal Initiates Revision of GS-37 Standard for Cleaners

1/26/2007
Green Heads to Sin City

1/26/2007
Contractors Settle Into New Surroundings

1/25/2007
Today's Lesson: Industrial Cleaning

1/24/2007
Debate Over Contractor's Unfair Labor Practices

1/24/2007
Eliminating Workplace Bacteria

1/23/2007
Self-Cleaning Toilets Invade Philly

1/23/2007
Airport Commissioners Adopt "Green" Building Policy Standards

1/22/2007
Cleaning Crew Fights Off Norovirus

1/22/2007
Custodians Fight Outsourcing

1/22/2007
USGBC CEO Talks Green

1/19/2007
MISCO Recovers Quickly from Fire

1/18/2007
Immigration is Still an Issue in 2007

1/17/2007
Green Label Vacuum Program Lauded by Martha Stewart

1/17/2007
SEIU Partnership with AARP, Business Roundtable is Evidence of Momentum to Address Health Care Crisis

1/16/2007
USGBC Offers Free Registration and Certification

1/16/2007
BOMA International and U.S. Green Building Council Sign Memorandum of Intent

1/16/2007
Fighting Immigration Through the Web

1/15/2007
Minnesota Janitors Authorize Strike, Look to Building Owners for Help

1/15/2007
Outsourcing a Trend in Michigan

1/12/2007
Critics Debate Green Laws for Schools

1/11/2007
Diocese Embraces Green Cleaning

1/9/2007
Restocking Flaw Results in Bill

1/9/2007
Green Buildings Making Progress

1/8/2007
Survey Reveals Thoughts on Jan/San Buying Groups

1/8/2007
Public Interest Drives Hand Sanitizer Use

1/8/2007
Strike Looming for Twin Cities Janitors

1/5/2007
The Ashkin Group Presents Green Cleaning Champion Awards

1/4/2007
IFMA Surveys Members on Bird Flu

1/4/2007
Twin Cities Janitors Set Strike Vote

1/3/2007
Survey Reveals Steady Prices for BSCs

1/2/2007
Kentucky Strives to Improve Green Goals

1/2/2007
University President Recognizes Custodial Staff

EDITORIAL January 2007
Giuliani’s Advice Mirrors ‘07 Optimism

NEWSBRIEFS January 2007
LEED Expands On East Coast

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS January 2007
One Price Does Not Fit All Accounts
There is no universal standard for cost per square foot because too many variables are involved

ASHKINONGREEN January 2007
Looking Back At Green In 2006
In 2006, New York became the first state to pass green legislation. Expect others to follow

OPERATIONSLOG January 2007
BSCs Adopting Green, Despite A Lack of Customer Demand

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
Retrofitting Touch-free Fixtures

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
RESTROOM CARE
The Benefits Of Touch-Free Fixtures

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
MICROFIBER
Understanding How Microfiber Works

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
MICROFIBER
Analyzing Microfiber Benefits

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
CLEANERS
The Benefits Of Oxygen Cleaners

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDES January 2007
FLOOR CARE
Using Green Floor-Care Chemicals

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
FLOOR CARE
Selecting Floor Pads and Brushes

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
FLOOR CARE
Evaluating The Size Of Floor Machines

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
FLOOR CARE
Powering Floor-Care Equipment

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
FLOOR CARE
The Basics Of Robotic Equipment

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
CARPET CARE
Choosing The Right Vacuum

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
CARPET CARE
Advancements In Vacuum Features

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
CARPET CARE
Expanding Vacuums With Attachments

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL January 2007
BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT
Finding The Right Insurance Agent

COVER STORY January 2007
Up Against
Surviving and thriving in the face of adversity. Distributor stories

FEATURE January 2007
OCS Best Practices
Distributors detail the surfaces and situations where oxygen, citrus and soy products are most effective

EDITOR’S NOTE January 2007
The Peoples’ Entrepreneur

NEWSWORTHY January 2007
Distribution To Remain On Upswing

MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE January 2007
Care Based On Customer Type And Location
Diverse customers and weather conditions present distributors with unique carpet care challenges

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE January 2007
Motivating Factors In Touch-Free Technology
The demands of end users, design and hygiene are driving touch-free innovation. Manufacturers discuss new products and features.

TECH CENTRAL January 2007
Optimizing Software Vendor Partnerships

FREETIME January 2007
Trusting In The Future

12/29/2006
Outsourcing vs. Hiring Within

12/29/2006
California Researches Green

12/28/2006
New Measures Might Grant Citizenship to Illegal Immigrants

12/27/2006
Hospitality Industry Shifts Towards Outsourcing?

12/22/2006
School Boards Look Towards Green

12/22/2006
Green Building Targeted in Buffalo

12/22/2006
Self-Cleaning Toilets Make Their Way to Malaysia

12/21/2006
CIRI Adds Six New Members

12/21/2006
Immigration Fraud Results in Arrests

12/21/2006
Boston is First in Nation to Require Green

12/20/2006
Green Seal Certification and FIFRA Registration

12/20/2006
California EPA Puts Worms to Work

12/19/2006
Mall Owners Partner with Union to Create Workforce and Service Standards

12/19/2006
Study Finds Steady Growth for Janitorial and Housekeeping Cleaning Products

12/18/2006
Possibility of Outsourcing Sparks Conversation

12/14/2006
ISSA Extends Early-Applicant CIMS Deadline

12/14/2006
ABM Industries Authorizes Buyback of Company Stock

12/13/2006
Hotel Rewards Housekeepers

12/13/2006
Cruise Ship Passes Cleaning Standards

12/12/2006
ISSA Launches Free Online Educational Video Series

12/7/2006
Washington D.C. Passes Green Construction Legislation

12/6/2006
Green Seal Certifies Cleaning Services

12/5/2006
America's Largest Companies Start with Energy in Pledge for Green

12/4/2006
Green Cleaning in Government Buildings Mandatory in N.Y. County

COVER STORY December 2006
Green Certification
Helping distributors see the forest for the trees

FEATURE December 2006
2007: History Repeating Itself?
As distributors close the books on 2006, their focus will shift to the coming year. What changes, if any, loom on the horizon? We spoke with jan/san insiders to find out what issues are likely to continue to define the industry in 2007.

EDITOR’S NOTE December 2006
Jan/San Education Is A Two-Way Street

NEWSWORTHY December 2006
Handwashing Still Largely Ignored

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE December 2006
Combating Wear And Tear Essential To Floor Finishes
Manufacturers are developing floor finishes that meet new green ideals and safety standards. However, the focus remains on durability as well as proper training

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY December 2006
ISSA Launches Cleaning Standard

FREETIME December 2006
Creating Christmas Cheer

11/30/2006
USGBC Accredited as ANSI Standards Developer

11/30/2006
OSHA Unveils New Guidance for Protecting Employees Against Avian Flu

11/29/2006
ServiceMaster For Sale?

11/28/2006
CRI Now Has Service Provider Agreement in Place

11/27/2006
Free Online Tool Calculates Fleet Fuel Use

11/24/2006
N.Y. Schools Comment on Green Cleaning Laws

11/24/2006
Immigrants Start Eco-Friendly Cleaning Business

11/22/2006
Airport Officials Side with Janitors to Fight Off Possible Strike

11/21/2006
Houston Janitors Reach Settlement that Ends Strike

11/17/2006
LAX Janitors Strike

11/16/2006
Green Cleaning Network Launched

11/16/2006
IEHA Certification Program Parallels ISSA Standard

11/15/2006
ISSA Releases Cleaning Industry Management Standard

11/14/2006
SEIU Targeted Houston for its Battleground

11/13/2006
Hotels See Benefit to Green

11/10/2006
Survey Says: Workers Prefer Green

11/10/2006
Tissue Manufacturers Targeted in Environmental Assessment

11/10/2006
CRI Meets With Wal-Mart Buyers

11/9/2006
CRI Survey Found That Consumer Attitudes Have Improved Toward Carpet

11/7/2006
First LEED Certified Hotel on the West Coast Opens

11/6/2006
State Recognizes Housekeeping Director

11/6/2006
Reports Expose Details on Janitor Strike in Houston

11/3/2006
Schools Save by Going Green

11/3/2006
Janitors Jailed for Striking in the Street

11/2/2006
What Does Your Bathroom Say About You?

COVER STORY November 2006
A World Of Difference
Product innovation. Best practice. Professionalism. The “Euro-Edge” When It Comes to Cleaning

FEATURE November 2006
Taking The LEED
How three organizations moved beyond rhetoric and ‘walked the walk’ on the path to green certification

CLEANING OPERATIONS: HAND TOOLS November 2006
Innovation Drives Interest in Hand Tools
Housekeeping managers outline how product advancements influence use

11/1/2006
Strikers Go National

11/1/2006
University of Georgia Experiments With Water-Free

PRODUCT GALLERY November 2006
New Products

EDITORIAL November 2006
Caution! Slips, Trips And Falls On The Rise

NEWSBRIEFS November 2006
Green Seal Ready To Certify Cleaning Service Providers

BUSINESSCENTER November 2006
Pre-hire Detective Work Can Protect A BSC’s Bottom Line
Background checks are getting better every day and the criminal trail is becoming easier to track

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS November 2006
The Three Elements Of A Successful Business
If your business does not have operational excellence, you’ll struggle with customer relations

COVERSTORY November 2006
More Bang for Your Buck
Value-addeds define the supplier relationship. It may be time to ask some key questions about service

SALES November 2006
Renegotiating Contracts
Maintain strong customer ties and manage expectations for successful renegotiation

RECAP November 2006
ISSA/INTERCLEAN USA Sweeps Into Chicago
ISSA/INTERCLEAN^® USA 2006 sweeps through the Windy City with opening-day record attendance. This special section features photos and more

GREENGUIDE November 2006
Green-Dusting Methods Mean Better IAQ
Removing contaminants at entryways cuts subsequent dusting and vacuuming in half

OPERATIONSLOG: DISINFECTANTS November 2006
Tailoring Disinfectants
To use disinfectants properly, cleaning objectives must be identified and targeted by the cleaning program

CLEANING OPERATIONNS: PAPER PRODUCTS November 2006
Paper Trail
Five Steps to Choosing the Right Restroom Products

NEWS November 2006
Industry Buzz

COVER STORY November 2006
FAKES
How Can You Tell The Real Deal From A Product Knock-off? Manufacturers Share Some Guidelines

EDITOR’S NOTE November 2006
Tapping Into The Trends That Matter, One Last Time

NEWSWORTHY November 2006
From Chicago To China, ISSA Draws Crowds

MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE November 2006
The Cream Of The Carpet Care Crop
Manufacturers sound off on why their high-end equipment is worth every penny

PRODUCTS November 2006
Products and Solutions

TECH CENTRAL November 2006
Trade Press Launches Industry’s First Vertical Search Engine

10/31/2006
ASHES Board of Directors Renews Pledge on Patient Safety

10/31/2006
Rochester Hosts "Turning Green Into Growth"

10/30/2006
Janitor Strike Has Little Effect on Office Tenants

10/30/2006
Michigan's Hospitality Industry Goes Green

10/27/2006
Clean Energy Alliance to Expand NREL's Business Assistance Model

10/27/2006
USDA Designates 10 Biobased Items for Federal Procurement

10/27/2006
Houston Janitors Featured on PBS

10/26/2006
NFSI Establishes Standards Committee

10/26/2006
GSA Says LEED Most Credible Green Building Rating System

10/26/2006
Minneapolis Goes Green

10/25/2006
Will Higher Salaries Help Maintain Employees?

10/25/2006
CRI and AHAM Agree on Transition of Vacuum Cleaner Program

10/24/2006
Janitors Walk Off the Job Over Cleaning Firms' Civil Rights Abuses, Failure to Bargain in Good Faith

10/24/2006
Is Your Distributor National?

10/20/2006
Cleaning Industry Innovations In the News

10/19/2006
Green Seal Outlines New Cleaning Standard

10/18/2006
EPA Issues Final Rule on Pesticide Containers

10/17/2006
Minneapolis Going Green?

10/16/2006
Cleaning Contractor Honored with Prestigious Award

10/12/2006
Housekeeping Outsourcing in Healthcare Up 3.5 Percent

10/12/2006
EPA First to be Green

10/11/2006
Janitors Fight for their Jobs

10/11/2006
Top 10 Green Schools Announced

10/11/2006
U.S. EPA Pilot Program Helps Anaheim Convention Center Go Green

10/10/2006
Membership at CIRI Grows

10/10/2006
JohnsonDiversey Cleaning System Awarded GREENGUARD Certifications

10/9/2006
Independent Redistributors Announce Merger Plans

10/9/2006
U.S. Army to go Waterless

10/3/2006
ISSA Discourages EPA from Imposing Redundant Training Requirements

10/3/2006
Some Schools Push Towards Outsourcing

10/2/2006
Dr. Michael Berry Addresses ASHES On Cleaning for Health

10/2/2006
University Does Right by Janitors

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE October 2006
Updated Dispensers Revive Outdated Restrooms
When it’s time to upgrade soap and paper dispensers, customers find that form and function go hand-in-hand

TECH CENTRAL October 2006
Marketing Methods Are Low-Cost, High-Tech

BUSINESS MANUAL: ON THE SALES SIDE October 2006
Earn Business By Earning Trust

FREETIME October 2006
Beating The Odds

PRODUCTS October 2006
ISSA/INTERCLEAN Products

EDITORIAL October 2006
How Green Are We?

NEWSBRIEFS October 2006
Healthy Schools Campaign Releases Green Handbook

TECHTALK October 2006
Sites Offer Variety Of Green Cleaning Educational Tools

BUSINESSCENTER October 2006
Overcoming The Two Biggest Marketing Mistakes

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS October 2006
Want Good Employees? Stop Hiring ‘Bodies’
Resist the urge to fill vacancies with the first applicant. Focus on finding the right fit for the company

THECPINTERVIEW October 2006
Alan Bigger, APPA
BSCs have a role to play with educational facilities, even when cleaned in-house

INFECTION CONTROL October 2006
Reducing Disease In Healthcare Facilities
How to prevent the spread of C-diff, MRSA and VRE

ASHKINONGREEN October 2006
Stay Up To Date On Green Requirements
As green-building initiatives grow, it will fuel the demand for green cleaning by your customers

OPERATIONSLOG:FLOOR CARE October 2006
Grout Grit Meets Its Match With Modern Machinery And Tools
Understanding how, why and when to clean grout can go a long way toward shortening the job

NEWSWORTHY October 2006
Plastic Liner Company Gets Green Recognition

9/29/2006
Illinois DOT Rewards Janitorial Team

9/27/2006
BSCAI Accepting Industry Awards Nominations

9/27/2006
Airport Janitors Trained on Security Techniques

9/26/2006
Avian Flu Concerns Outpace Preparedness According to Workplace Survey

9/22/2006
Housekeeping Staff Celebrates with Good Clean Fun

9/21/2006
Green Cleaning Just Makes Sense for Minneapolis Convention Center

9/20/2006
ISSA and Green Seal Establish Discount Program for Small Businesses

9/20/2006
Schools Focus their Attention on Carpets

9/19/2006
Survey Reveals Distributor Thoughts on Green Cleaning Products

9/19/2006
Small Businesses to Compete with Prisons for Federal Contracts

9/18/2006
New Schools Push for Green Building

9/15/2006
IEHA Announced 2006 Unsung Facility Hero Award Winner

9/15/2006
ISSA Sponsors CleanGredients Database

9/15/2006
Mall Janitors Strike to Defend Civil Rights Under Attack by Unscrupulous Contractors

9/14/2006
National Parks Go Above and Beyond to Promote Green

9/13/2006
Ecolab Buys Cleaning Products Manufacturer

9/13/2006
Global Market Changes Distribution Efforts

9/13/2006
Are Bathtubs a Thing of the Past?

9/12/2006
ISSA Seeks Comments on EPA Training Revisions

9/11/2006
California University Joins Green Cleaning Movement

9/8/2006
Immigration Reform: Still a Hot Topic

9/6/2006
Unisource To Launch 'Green' Product Line

9/5/2006
Some Cleaners Aren't Ready for School

COVER STORY September 2006
Leafing Through the Green
The ABCs of defining green practices with confidence and clarity

SHOW GUIDE September 2006
Chicago Show Guide 2006 ISSA/ INTERCLEAN®
Windy City Welcomes the Jan/San Industry

EDITOR’S NOTE September 2006
U.S. Senate’s Decision on Minimum Wage Affects the Jan/San Industry

COVER STORY September 2006
Branding Your Corporate Identity
Five strategies for building a stronger brand

AVIAN FLU September 2006
H5N1: Preparing For A Pandemic
A look at the cleaning concerns and solutions distributors should start thinking about now

DRIVING GROWTH September 2006
Book Excerpt: The Distribution Value Map
Few things in business are assured, but a new ‘map’ can serve as a guide to help distributors boost company performance

SAFETY PRODUCTS September 2006
Safety Products Keep Customers Safe And Sound
Workplace safety is critical in our litigious society. Distributors can help customers comply with regulations by providing safety products — and an education

SELLING YOUR BUSINESS September 2006
Selling: The Right Helping Hand
Selling your business is one of the most significant events in your lifetime. Get a leg up in securing the right advisor with this checklist

EDITOR’S NOTE September 2006
Your Brand: Chalk It Up To (The Customer’s) Experience

NEWSWORTHY September 2006
Greenstar: A New Certification Player

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE September 2006
Hand Dryers Make More Than A Good Impression
Now more than ever, there are distinct advantages to installing hand dryers in a facility. They are a useful tool in everything from preventing the spread of germs to eliminating paper waste

TECH CENTRAL September 2006
The Upside Of Downloads

9/1/2006
Illegal State Workers Arrested

HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT September 2006
Green Cleaning 101
BSCs go back to school as New York classrooms switch to green clean

CITYGUIDE September 2006
Show Guide
ISSA/INTERCLEAN^® 2006
McCormick Place, Chicago

GREENGUIDE September 2006
Selecting A Greener Disinfectant
Each year, six out of every 100 janitors experience lost-time chemical-related injuries

OPERATIONSLOG: HAND TOOLS September 2006
Applying Green Attributes To Mops, Cloths And Sponges
Microfiber products are easily identifiable as green: They reduce chemical usage and improve indoor air quality

OPERATIONSLOG: MATTING September 2006
Prevent Dirt By Building Better Matting Systems
Most people do not wipe their feet, so mats need to be extra long to enable enough walk surface to remove maximum soil

BUSINESS MANUAL: SALES AND MARKETING September 2006
Measuring Sales Performance

BUSINESS MANUAL: SALES AND MARKETING September 2006
Incite Salespeople To Ramp Up Closing Ratios

BUSINESS MANUAL: CLEANER’S CORNER September 2006
Restaurants: An Appetizing Market Sector

FREETIME September 2006
Taking It All In Stride

PRODUCTS September 2006
Products and Solutions

NEWSBRIEFS September 2006
New Organization Offers Alternative In Green Certifications

BUSINESSCENTER September 2006
A Five-Step Approach To Effective Training

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS September 2006
Waiting On A Single Industry Standard

COVER STORY September 2006
Aftermath
Two BSCs share their experiences following Hurricane Katrina

8/30/2006
Memphis Addresses Living Wage Increases

8/25/2006
Cleaning Up After Norovirus

8/25/2006
Schools Focus on Safety with Use of Green Cleaning Products

8/25/2006
Poll: Hotel Guests' Perceptions of Housekeeping

8/24/2006
Packers Get Relief from Slip and Fall Accidents

8/24/2006
EPA Considering Revisions to Worker Training

8/24/2006
BSCAI Announces "Saddle Up and Plan for Profits" Theme

8/23/2006
Industry Search Engine Now Features Article Search Option

8/23/2006
Survey Says: Employees Waste Too Much Time

8/18/2006
City Fights Vandals with Restroom Updates

8/18/2006
Immigrant Housekeepers Fight Back

8/17/2006
Building Occupants Embrace 'Green'

8/16/2006
ABM to Receive $80M in Insurance Payout

8/15/2006
Pacific Building Care Leads the Green Cleaning Movement in Southern California

8/15/2006
Canadian Cleaning Professionals Rally at Industry Trade Show

8/15/2006
Two Strikes And You’re Out

8/9/2006
NYS Finalizes Green Cleaning Product Specifications

8/8/2006
Contractors Take on Green Cleaning

8/7/2006
ASHES Releases New Tool for Disaster Readiness

8/7/2006
USGBC Addresses Global Climate Change through Green Building

8/4/2006
ISSA Comments on NY Exclusion of Products

8/3/2006
Janitorial Purchases Under Investigation

8/2/2006
New York State Responds to Comments on Proposed Green Guidelines

NEWS August 2006
Industry Buzz

EDITOR’S NOTE August 2006
Gearing Up for ISSA

COVERSTORY August 2006
Profit Motive
Margins are tight — and getting tighter. How BSCs can better manage their profits to fuel company growth

THECPINTERVIEW August 2006
Patti Costello, ASHES
The state of the healthcare market and what BSCs need to know before cleaning its facilities

BUSINESSIMPROVEMENT August 2006
Diversification Done Right
Adding new services can create extra revenue, but transition isn’t always easy

ISSA REPORTS: AUGUST 2006 August 2006
Updates from ISSA, the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

NEWSBRIEFS August 2006
New York and Vermont Get Specific on Green

TECHTALK August 2006
PC vs. Mac: A New Look at an Old Debate

BUSINESSCENTER August 2006
Getting the Younger Generation to Engage

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS August 2006
Customer Service: A BSC's 'X Factor'

ASHKINONGREEN August 2006
Looking for Green at ISSA/INTERCLEAN^®

OPERATIONSLOG: SOAP AND TOWELS August 2006
Finding the Right Products to Encourage Hand Washing

COVER STORY August 2006
Pricing: Point … Counterpoint
Countering customer price objections: protect your price, and preserve your margins

MICROFIBER August 2006
Microfiber: End Users Weigh In
Suppliers can tout the benefits of microfiber all they want. What’s really important is what BSC’s and in-house cleaning specialists think

EDITOR’S NOTE August 2006
Make Price A Non-Issue: Sell The Package, Not The Product

NEWSWORTHY August 2006
Avian Flu: What Distributors Can Do

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE August 2006
Floor Pads And Floor Brushes: Technical Aspects Of Selection
With a rainbow of choices, picking the best tool for the job relies on an intimate knowledge of this product category

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE August 2006
Towel Dispensers Stemming The Tide Of Paper Waste
Facilities are drowning in a sea of wasted paper, and inefficient dispensing systems are to blame. Upgrades can save time and money and can reduce waste

TECH CENTRAL August 2006
WMS: Making Sense Of A Warehouse Mess

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY August 2006
Trade Show Countdown: Chi-Town Sure To Charm

BUSINESS MANUAL August 2006
The Five Reasons Why People Buy

FREETIME August 2006
A Kid’s Dream Come True

PRODUCTS August 2006
Products and Solutions

CLEANING FOR HEALTH August 2006
A Healthy Alternative to Clean
From products to practices: The art of cleaning with a serious eye on building occupant health

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE CHEMICALS August 2006
Innovations and Trends in Floor Care Chemicals
Manufacturers comment on the direction of the industry as end-users re-evaluate their cleaning strategy

CLEANING OPERATIONS: VACUUMS August 2006
What are the Factors Driving Vacuum Purchases?
Experts break it down into four steps when choosing the right piece of equipment

8/1/2006
Green Cleaning University Now Available

7/31/2006
Schools Find Success in Outsourcing

7/31/2006
State Awards Cleaning Contracts

7/28/2006
Cleaners Tackle Busy Airports

7/26/2006
Survey Says: Jan/San Workers Underestimate Impact of Avian Flu

7/25/2006
Research Institute Takes Position On Green Cleaning

7/25/2006
A&M Removes Female Hygiene Dispensers to Save Money

7/24/2006
City Sees Benefits to Outsourcing

7/21/2006
Governors Address Bird Flu

7/21/2006
Survey Shows Global Economy Weakening

7/20/2006
Revised Cleaning Standard Open for Review

7/18/2006
Ashkin Group will Offer Green Cleaning University

7/18/2006
Safety Training Goes Bilingual

7/17/2006
State Police Cleaners Under Investigation

7/13/2006
New Business Resource Available From NAW

7/12/2006
The Battle Over America's Low-Wage Workers

7/7/2006
Schools Focus on Green Cleaning

7/6/2006
EcoLogo Announces Extended Surveillance Plan

7/5/2006
Two Top Communications Experts Join the Ashkin Group

7/5/2006
Wal-Mart Settlement Has Repercussions For Employers

7/3/2006
SCA Tissue earns Environmental Choice certification for paper mills

COVER STORY July 2006
Product Pricing: Price Check
Are you too high? Too low? Tips for setting the ideal product price

ICE MELT July 2006
Ice Melt: A Scientific Primer On Deicers
Choosing the most effective deicer is dependent upon finding the right formula. The chemicals — and the customers’ needs — must be accounted for

RESTROOM MAINTENANCE July 2006
Restroom Maintenance's Total Package
A comprehensive approach to restroom cleaning yields the best results: less smell, more sparkle

NEWSWORTHY July 2006
AmSan Becomes One Of Interline’s Brands

TECH CENTRAL July 2006
Improve Your Web Site Through Online Offerings

EDITORIAL July 2006
The BSC Industry: The More Things Change...

NEWSBRIEFS July 2006
Mergers, Unions: Cleaning Industry Sees Major Acquisitions, Union Activity

TECHTALK July 2006
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software: Manage Customers And Contacts

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS July 2006
David Frank: Redefining The Value Of Cleaning
Using a better vocabulary to describe our industry will generate value and increase margins

COVER STORY July 2006
Avian Influenza (Bird Flu): H5N1
Avian influenza: What are the chances of a human pandemic? A look at the cleaning concerns and solutions BSCs should start thinking about NOW

HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT July 2006
LEED: A New Look
Contractors share their evolving experiences with green-building certification

GREENGUIDE July 2006
Health Care Green Cleaning: Healthy Cleaning For Healthy Patients
Hospitals and contractors are finding that good old water can work a lot better than chemicals

OPERATIONSLOG: CARPET CARE July 2006
Carpet-Cleaning Tips For The Budget-Conscious BSC
As far as maintaining carpet, vacuuming is absolutely the most important step

6/28/2006
Custodial Contracts Renewed Despite Complaints

6/26/2006
SC Johnson Honored With Presidential Award for Environmental Leadership

6/26/2006
Cleaning Industry Management Standard Available for Public Review

6/26/2006
New Flooring Smells like Success for Restrooms

6/22/2006
Restroom Cleanliness Tops Customer Satisfaction Demands

6/22/2006
Green Buildings Are Going Mainstream

6/22/2006
Coverall Cleaning Concepts Announces Purchase of Eastern Tennessee Support Center

6/21/2006
MMMM Announces Winners of the Annual Betty Cromer Scholarship Award

6/21/2006
First Hospital in Connecticut Starts "Greening the Cleaning"

6/21/2006
Castle Rock Industries Acquired by Alfred Kärcher

6/20/2006
Green Seal Standard for Cleaning Services Expected this Summer

6/20/2006
JohnsonDiversey Plans for New Distribution Center

6/19/2006
Fortune Plastics Announces Regional Sales Manager of Central Region

6/19/2006
Ecolab Acquires Shield Medicare Ltd.

6/19/2006
ABM Janitorial Services Awarded Contract with Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

6/19/2006
Rating System Improves Schools Cleanliness

6/19/2006
Immigrants Value their Jobs as Janitors

6/19/2006
EcoLogo and Green Seal Launch Green Hand Soap Criteria

6/16/2006
Janitorial Contractors and Economists Comment on Minimum Wage

6/15/2006
Janitors Strike in Connecticut

6/15/2006
Training Fund Brings Hotel Workers Out of Poverty

6/15/2006
Internet a Plus for Jan/San Distributors

6/14/2006
JohnsonDiversey Inc. Announces Product Development Plan to Remove APEOs

6/14/2006
EPA Teams Up to Make Health Care Environmentally Sustainable

6/13/2006
An Emphasis on Green Cleaning

6/12/2006
ISSA Supports EPA's Safer Detergent Stewardship Initiative

6/12/2006
Contractors Make Immigration Difficult to Track

6/9/2006
New "Green" Fraud Advisory

6/9/2006
Justice for Janitors Improves Working Conditions in California

6/8/2006
Is Your Workplace Safer Than Last Year?

6/7/2006
Reducing Cost Without Cutting Prices

6/6/2006
IRS Issues Guidance on Energy Efficiency Deductions for Commercial Properties

6/6/2006
IICRC S520 Standard Soon Available for Review

6/5/2006
Oregon Embraces Green Cleaning

6/5/2006
County Still Recovering from Purchasing Scandal

6/5/2006
Kimberly-Clark Professional Launches 'Get Clean & Get Green' Sweepstakes

6/2/2006
IEHA Unveils New and Improved Web Site

6/2/2006
EPA Announces Safer Detergents Stewardship Initiative Public Meeting

6/1/2006
Higher Minimum Wage Helps Small Businesses

June 2006
Industry Buzz

COVER STORY June 2006
Immigration:
Professional Housekeeping's Stake in the Great National Debate

CLEANING OPERATIONS: CARPET CARE June 2006
Deep Cleaning with Carpet Extractors
Industry experts weigh in on the importance of carpet extraction and where technology is going

CLEANING OPERATIONS: ACCESSORIES June 2006
Floor Care Brushes and Pads
Accessories that can make or break a floor care regimen

June 2006
Editor's Note

NEWSWORTHY June 2006
Corporate Express Acquires Coastwide

COVER STORY June 2006
Wholesaling 2006: The Wholesaler Link
A look at why wholesaling's traditional supply-chain niche is more important than ever

GREEN June 2006
Green Cleaning's Roots
Green is huge, this we know. A look at green milestones and noteworthy events helps explain how we got here

See this month's Green Product Directory of Web sites

GREEN June 2006
Green Product Directory
The following list of companies have a product or products with “Green Seal” certification, the Carpet and Rug Institute’s “Green Label” approval and/or the Environmental Choice Program’s “EcoLogo.” These company names were gathered directly from the certifying organizations’ Web sites on May 17. Any updates to the sites after May 17 will not be reflected in this listing. If no Web site address is listed, there either was not one provided on the certifier’s Web site, or the company’s Web site could not be conclusively determined.

See this month's feature article Green Roots

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE June 2006
Concrete Floor Choices: Trends Affecting Cleaners
Who will your customers turn to when they’re faced with new flooring to clean and maintain?

TECH CENTRAL June 2006
Online Product Information Crucial To Manufacturer Web Sites

EDITORIAL June 2006
Immigration Reform: A Potential Hot Spot For BSCs

THE CP INTERVIEW June 2006
Fred Schimanski, NJSSA
Regionalassociations can thrive, even in a global economy

ISSAREPORTS: JUNE 2006 June 2006
ISSA Reports: Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

ASHKINONGREEN June 2006
Green Distributors? Five Questions To Ask
More janitorial-supply distributors are making it easy for contractors to be green

OPERATIONSLOG June 2006
Restroom odor control: New Weapons

5/26/2006
SDA Issues Statement on Triclocarban

NEWSWORTHY May 2006
Surveys Reveal Jan/San Distribution Trends

PROPORTIONERS May 2006
The Chemistry of 'Control'
Four end users discuss what attracts them to — and concerns them about — chemical proportion technology

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE May 2006
Matching End User Needs With The Right Autoscrubber Features
Autoscrubbers can perform the job of several separate tools, but faster and more efficiently. We look at today’s most popular features and how to explain the benefits to end users

TECH CENTRAL May 2006
Surefire Ways To Safeguard Your Company’s Data

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY May 2006
ISSA/INTERCLEAN® Mexico A Success

BUSINESS MANUAL: CLEANER'S CORNER May 2006
Time-Out:Cleaning Up After Children

FREETIME May 2006
One Writer's Gift

BUSINESS MANUAL: ON THE SALES SIDE May 2006
The Selling Process: Part 2

May 2006
Janitor Pay: Wage Worries
Our survey on minimum wage laws and their potential consequences for BSCs

EDITORIAL May 2006
Seach Engines, Webinars: Student Drivers On The Information Superhighway

NEWSBRIEFS May 2006
UM Janitors Reach Agreement With Unicco To End Strike

TECHTALK May 2006
Computers Older Than Your Kids? Upgrade With Care

THE CP INTERVIEW May 2006
Interview: David Brady, IFMA
A facility management leader shares how good customer service is more than just keeping the place clean

PURCHASING May 2006
Purchasing At Big Box Stores: Open For BSC Business
Will national retailers steal customers from jan/san distributors? Both sides speak out

GREENGUIDE May 2006
Green Carpet Care
It's often assumed that because carpets hide soil, the soil isn't there

OPERATIONSLOG May 2006
Oxygen, Citrus, Soy: Bio-based Cleaning Products

OPERATIONSLOG May 2006
Vacuums: Cleaning Niche Markets May Require Specialty Vacuums

ISSA REPORTS APRIL 2006 April 2006
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

FEATURE April 2006
“Green’s” Momentum
Are we in the midst of a ‘sea change’ regarding green product acceptance and innovation?

COVER STORY April 2006
Anatomy of a Housekeeping Budget
The key to putting together a comprehensive budget is starting with the right tools to build your "business case"

CLEANING OPERATIONS; RESTROOMS April 2006
Hands-Off Approach to Restrooms
Technology brings touch-free restroom appliances to a high level of public acceptance

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE April 2006
Properly Maintaining Floor Care Machines
Extending the life of floor care machines through preventative maintenance tasks

EDITOR'S NOTE April 2006
Katrina Rebuilding Requires Distributors

NEWSWORTHY April 2006
Rudolph Giuliani Is ISSA Keynote Speaker

COVER STORY April 2006
Hurricane Katrina: New Orleans Is Picking Up The Pieces
In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, Gulf Coast distributors are piecing their lives - and businesses - back together.

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE April 2006
Brooms, Brushes And Mops: A ‘Show & Tell’ Approach
When it comes to brooms, brushes and mops, end users’ concerns are pretty straightforward. product demos are the best way to differentiate hand tools ... but don’t ignore life-cycle savings

MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE April 2006
Vacuum Accessories: The Top 10 Selling Factors
From cost and durability to noise and repairs, in-house cleaning specialists share their preferences for vacuum cleaner features and accessories

PRODUCTS AND SOLUTIONS April 2006
Products and Solutions

BUSINESS MANUAL: ON THE SALES SIDE April 2006
The Selling Process: Part 1

EDITOR'S NOTE March 2006
Price Increases: How To Cope

NEWSWORTHY March 2006
EPA Reports Address Avian Flu, Toxic Chemicals

COVER STORY March 2006
Rising Costs In Trickle-Down Times
Cost increases are being passed along the supply line. How distributors are coping

FEATURE March 2006
Oxygen, Citrus And Soy: Naturally Clean
Manufacturers discuss the benefits, drawbacks and transformation of Citrus, Oxygen and Soy-based cleaning products

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE March 2006
Floor Machine Innovation Reaching New Levels
Floor machine technology has increased productivity dramatically. Industry manufacturers discuss the improvements

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE March 2006
Control Restroom Odor’s Main Suspects
The origin of restroom odor can be elusive. Distributors discuss the typical locations that harbor odor-causing bacteria and reveal the best ways to eliminate them

TECH CENTRAL March 2006
Customer-Friendly Web Sites: Improve Your Site

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY March 2006
ISSA Releases Green Cleaning Guide

FREETIME March 2006
Mirto's Spanish Connection

PURCHASING March 2006
Cleaning Products: A BSC Wish List
Contractors sound off on the products and equipment they’d like to see from their suppliers

INDUSTRYPROFILES March 2006
BSC Authors And Books: Trading A Mop For A Pen
Profiles of four cleaning scribes and their words of wisdom

EDITORIAL March 2006
New Cleaning Products On A Pedestal

NEWSBRIEFS March 2006
Bird Flu: EPA Releases Product List To Prevent Its Spread

BIZ101 March 2006
Bankruptcy Reform:
What It Means For BSCs

ASHKINONGREEN March 2006
It's Earth Day: Make It Matter
BSCs can use Earth Day to demonstrate they can offer something different

OPERATIONSLOG March 2006
FLOOR CARE
Floor Finishes and Strippers Are Entering The Green Arena
The reality is that people won’t use what doesn’t work. Green products have evolved to where they now perform well

OPERATIONSLOG March 2006
Speciality Services Offer Profits, Pitfalls
When we diversify into fire or water restoration, we make it a completely different division of the company

ISSA REPORTS FEBRUARY 2006 February 2006
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

February 2006
Industry Buzz

FEATURE - RESTROOM CARE February 2006
Your Biggest Headache: Keeping Restrooms Clean
A round-the-clock cleaning strategy that zeroes in on five critical appearance areas

CLEANING OPERATIONS February 2006
Understanding Microfiber Technology
Why can microfiber outperform traditional materials? Look below the surface.

CLEANING OPERATIONS - FLOOR CARE February 2006
Anatomy of a Thorough Hard Floor Care Program
From cleaning routine “do’s and don’ts” to using the right equipment and chemicals

EDITOR'S NOTE February 2006
SM's 50th Product Guide

NEWSWORTHY February 2006
C-diff: Hospitals' New Health Threat

TECH CENTRAL February 2006
Simplify Software Implementation

EDITORIAL February 2006
Gas, Energy Prices: Easing The Squeeze On Contractor Profits

NEWSBRIEFS February 2006
ISSA Drafts Quality Standard

COVER STORY February 2006
Gas, Energy, Heating Costs: Are We Facing An Energy Crisis?
The cost of gasoline, electricity and heating is going up. Will this erode profits, or create opportunities, for BSCs?

GREENGUIDE February 2006
Schools Clean Green, And BSCs Profit

OPERATIONSLOG February 2006
Touch-Free Restroom Products: Retrofitting Fixtures Is A Profitable Service For BSCs

OPERATIONSLOG February 2006
Carpet Care: Better Equipment Selection Means A Better Carpet Program

ISSAREPORTS FEBRUARY 2006 February 2006
ISSA: Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

COVER STORY February 2006
2006 BUYER'S GUIDE
SM's Buyer's Guide online, features manufacturer, wholesaler, product and brand-name listings to make sourcing products and suppliers a breeze.

PRODUCT GALLERY February 2006
New Products

EDITOR'S NOTE January 2006
Touch-Free: Prevent Water Waste And Save Money

NEWSWORTHY January 2006
Ice Melt Shortage Possible

FEATURE: CLEANERS & DISINFECTANTS January 2006
Disinfectant Cleaners Give A Good Fight
Cleaners and disinfectants are on the front line when it comes to battling germs. Their efficacy suffers, however, if they’re not used correctly

MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE January 2006
Carpet Restoration Tips After Disaster Strikes
Acting as an information resource for customers when they’re faced with big problems pays off for distributors

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE January 2006
Touch-Free Washroom Maintenance
Even the most self-sufficient of restrooms — those with touchless fixtures — need TLC. How to help customers get the most out of their investment

TECH CENTRAL January 2006
Tech Planning 2006: Automate At All Costs

FACE OF THE INDUSTRY January 2006
Ashkin To Help Mexico Achieve Green Goals

COVER STORY January 2006
Cleaning Products: The Top 10 Innovations
A decade's worth of tools and products that have profoundly changed the way we clean

EDITORIAL January 2006
The BSC Industry: A Look Back...
And A Look Ahead

TECHTALK January 2006
Computer Backups: Don't Lose Data

ISSA REPORTS JANUARY 2006 January 2006
ISSA: Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

BIZ101 January 2006
Customer Service: Cancelled! Exiting An Account With Grace

INDUSTRY OUTLOOK January 2006
2006 Cleaning Industry Forecast:Mostly Sunny
For the first time in a long time, contractors are optimistic about their business prospects for the new year

ASHKINONGREEN January 2006
The Year In Green Cleaning: 2005
2005 was an incredible year for green cleaning, and going into 2006, it will continue to grow

OPERATIONSLOG January 2006
The State Of Green Products: A Supplier Discussion

OPERATIONSLOG January 2006
Cleaning With Microfiber:Analyzing The Benefits And Costs Of This New Fabric

January 2006
PRODUCTS & SOLUTIONS

INDUSTRY BUZZ: BENCHMARKS November 2005
ASHES Introduces Online benchmarking Tool for Hospitals

TRAINING November 2005
A degree in clean
Higher education meets the cleaning profession; a preview of Illinois Central College’s associate degree program

REGULATORY UPDATE November 2005
Immigration Law, Revisited
New bills propose to create work visas for illegal immigrants

HEALTH & SAFETY November 2005
Cleaning For Health And Healthy Buildings: Customer Q&A
Cleaning professionals weigh in on healthy buildings

November 2005
ISSA/Interclean: Record Year In Las Vegas
ISSA/INTERCLEAN^® 2005 was definitely a winner in Sin City. Check out what took place in this special photo section

COVER STORY November 2005
In Good Company
Suddenly, housekeeping has the ear of executives bent on 'greening' their facilities

CLEANING OPERATIONS: HOSPITALTY November 2005
Hotel ‘first-impression’ areas and their impact on guest perception
Case studies on how successful facilities approach the care and maintenance of high-profile interiors

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE November 2005
How do you justify the big investment in ride-on equipment?
Manufacturers continue to fine-tune ride-on technology. The buying incentives continue to be volume cleaning and labor savings

NEWSBRIEFS November 2005
Antibacterial Products: FDA, Organizations Debate Effects

TECHTALK November 2005
Contractors And Technology: A BSC/Software Expert's Insight

BUSINESSBUILDER November 2005
Cleaners And Avian (Bird) Flu: Are We At Risk?
What cleaners should know about the avian flu

EDITORS NOTE November 2005
NOVEMEBER 2005

GREENGUIDE November 2005
Green Seal's Cleaning Service Standard: Making A Move Toward Certification
Taking a closer look at Green Seal's Cleaning Service Standard

OPERATIONSLOG November 2005
Carpet Spots, Stains, Water: Your Carpet Problems, Solved

CLEANING OPERATIONS November 2005
Product Gallery
A round-up of the industry’s most innovative, new technology

COVER STORY October 2005
BSC Careers: Critical "forks in the road" -- how they impact your business future
Critical career "forks in the road" -- how they impact your business future

SAFETY & HEALTH October 2005
Worker Exhaustion: Fighting Fatigue
Worker exhaustion can hurt productivity — and your employees' health

ISSA REPORTS OCTOBER 2005 October 2005
ISSA: Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

EDITORIAL October 2005
BSC Careers: Should You Stay Or Should You Go?

NEWSBRIEFS October 2005
Hurricane Katrina: BSCs Begin Cleaning Up New Orleans

TECHTALK October 2005
Presentation software: Avoid Death By PowerPoint

BIZ101 October 2005
Speak Positive: Eliminate Trash Talk For Greater Success

OPERATIONSLOG October 2005
Microfiber 101: The Science of Tiny Threads

OPERATIONSLOG October 2005
Floor Care Equipment: Choosing Battery, Propane or Electric Equipment

BUSINESSBUILDER October 2005
Workloading: A Simple Approach To Accuracy

COVER STORY September 2005
Higher Education: A Degree in Clean
Higher education meets the cleaning profession: A preview of Illinios Central College's associate degree program

ISSA REPORTS SEPTEMBER 2005 September 2005
ISSA: Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

EDITORIAL September 2005
Hurricane Katrina: In Times Of Disaster, The Industry Bands Together

NEWSBRIEFS September 2005
Hurricane Katrina: BSCs Quickly Lend Aid To Victims

TECHTALK September 2005
Supply Inventory Management Options: Write, Type, Scan, Zap

BIZ101 September 2005
Sales To Management: Thinking of Promoting?

BUSINESSBUILDER September 2005
The Janitor Closet: Coming Out Of The Closet

GREENGUIDE September 2005
Green Cleaning: A Vacuum Is A Vacuum - Right?

OPERATIONSLOG September 2005
Hand Tool Evolution: Is Today's Mop Yesterday's Mop?

OPERATIONSLOG September 2005
Winter Cleaning: When Snow And Ice Attack, Fight Back On Multiple Fronts

INDUSTRY BUZZ: BENCHMARKS September 2005
IFMA: Green Building Practices Growing

COVER STORY September 2005
Risky Business
The fifth-most-injured workers in the U.S.? Professional cleaners. How to avoid becoming a statistic

RESTROOM CARE September 2005
Soap and paper dispensers: Finding a match for disparate facility needs
This is not a “one-dispenser-fits-all” market. Taking advantage of your myriad product options

EDITOR'S NOTE August 2005
August 2005

COVER STORY August 2005
Working With Age
What you can do to help ensure your over-65 staff works productively and safely

MEDICAL FACILITIES August 2005
H2E: Champion Among Champions
Hospitals for a Healthy Environment supports and recognizes environmentally conscious medical facilities

CLEANING OPERATIONS: CHEMICALS August 2005
It’s Never Too Late to Re-Evaluate Your Chemical Inventory
The case for a proactive approach to analyzing chemical performance before people are injured or surfaces are destroyed

CLEANING OPERATIONS: VACUUMS August 2005
Vacuuming 101: The Significance of Soil Removal
Your vacuuming game plan starts with an understanding of how critical the process is to your overall mission

EDITORIAL August 2005
Your Two Cents: Stories By Reader Acclaim

NEWS BRIEFS August 2005
Green Certification: Green Seal Reports Cooperation; Develops Stakeholders Group

TECH TALK August 2005
The Paperless Office: What Can We Do?

BIZ 101 August 2005
Selling Your Company: Remove The Roadblocks

BUSINESS BUILDER August 2005
Leadership: Lead The Followers To Business Success

GREEN GUIDE August 2005
Green Cleaning: Make That Connection

OPERATIONS LOG: CROSS-CONTAMINATION August 2005
Cross contamination: Are Your Janitors Preventing - Or Spreading - Disease?

COVER STORY August 2005
A day in the life of three cleaning pros: BSC Snapshots

INDUSTRY PROFILE August 2005
Cleaning In Las Vegas: Against The Odds
Owning a successful cleaning business in Las Vegas is no sure bet

July 2005
Succession Planning: Making Way
BSC leadership takes on a younger face: The impact on industry direction

MANAGEMENT July 2005
Smart Growth: Steady As She Grows
You can keep your employees focused and motivated during times of change and growth: Here's how

MARKETING July 2005
Finding The "LEED"-ers
BSCs are ready to offer services for LEED certification, but who's interested?

BUSINESS BUILDER July 2005
Leadership: More Than Just Management
Managers are maintainers, but leadership requires vision, taking chances and changing directions

GREEN GUIDE July 2005
Steam Vapor Cleaning: It's Just Water!
The fact that you can achieve sanitation from tap water frees you from chemical-safety concers

OPERATIONS LOG July 2005
Vandalism: What To Do When Vandals Strike Restrooms
Restroom Care

TECH TALK July 2005
Outsource The Office Duties In The Way Of Business

EDITOR'S NOTE June 2005
June 2005

PUBLIC HEALTH June 2005
Cross-Contamination Common Sense
Are you killing germs, or spreading germs — or both?
Key strategies to eliminate the transport of pathogenic microorganisms

CLEANING OPERATIONS: PAPER PRODUCTS June 2005
Paper products can be used to set design tone in restrooms
Priorities that hospitals, schools and five-diamond resorts have in common when specifying toilet tissue and paper towels

FACILITY ISSUES: MANAGEMENT EDGE June 2005
The Guests’ Bill of Rights
Would you pledge to provide customers a cleaner and healthier environment?

June 2005
Price Increases: Pass It On
Manufacturers recently hit distributors with numerous price increases. Unfortunately this means higher prices for BSCs, too.

OPERATIONS LOG June 2005
Hard-Floor Maintenance: The European Way
Floor Care

BUSINESS BUILDER June 2005
Your Employees: Assets or Annuities?

GREEN GUIDE June 2005
Validate And Increase Your Green Appeal

EDITORIAL June 2005
Partnerships: The Lifeblood Of The Industry And Your Business

CHEMICAL PORTIONING May 2005
Proportioning and Dispensing Equipment: In Direct Proportion
Gone are the days of ‘glug-glug’ pouring; say hello to the convenience and savings afforded by today’s dispensing systems

May 2005
Green Seal, OS(1) Certification: Guaranteed Green
A look at two new BSC certification programs - the impact on business and credibility

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT May 2005
Benchmarking: BSCs Call Time-Out
Is business at a standstill? It might be time for benchmarking

INDUSTRY UPDATE May 2005
ISSA Opens Its Doors To BSCs
The former supplier-only association is inviting BSCs into its membership ranks

BIZ 101 May 2005
Building A Brand: Standing Apart From The Pack

GREEN GUIDE May 2005
Bio- Based Cleaners: Win-Win For BSCs?

BUSINESS BUILDER May 2005
Workers' Compensation: Bad Safety Is Risky Business

EDITORIAL May 2005
Green Cleaning, Re-Revisited: A Quiet Revolution

EVERY ISSUE May 2005
ISSA, Contracting Profits Team Up

EDITOR'S NOTE April 2005
April 2005

INDUSTRY BUZZ: BENCHMARKS April 2005
Green Seal to Certify Cleaning Services

COVER STORY April 2005
INsourcing
Why some facility managers tear up cleaning contracts for in-house peace of mind

CLEANING OPERATIONS: GREEN CLEANING April 2005
Growing Green:
Housekeepers Continue to Embrace Philosophy
A look at how far green cleaning has come and where it’s going

CLEANING OPERATIONS: CARPET CARE April 2005
Systems That Get You Through
to the Next Deep Cleaning
Low-moisture carpet extraction keeps facilities up and running

FACILTY ISSUES: MANAGEMENT EDGE April 2005
A Vocabulary Lesson for Cleaners
A few terms every cleaning worker should know to ensure proper care of buildings

March 2005
BSCs and the Internet
Doing business in the online era

MARKETING March 2005
Advertising and Marketing: If You Advertise, Will They Come?
Advertising and marketing could help a company expand its customer base

OPERATIONS LOG March 2005
Floor Care: Is Shiny Slick? Is Dull Safe? The Great Gloss Debate
Floor Care

OPERATIONS LOG March 2005
Vandalism: Graffiti Extends Beyond The Stereotypical Spray Paint
Vandalism

BIZ 101 March 2005
Employee Performance Appraisals: Don't Fear The Process, Set Standards

BUSINESS BUILDER March 2005
Spring Cleaning: Cleaning Is Springing Up All Over

GREEN GUIDE March 2005
Green Cleaning: Need Buy-In? Look To Aristotle

EDITORIAL March 2005
What's Happening With The Internet? (Pardon The Disruption)

EDITOR'S NOTE February 2005
February 2005

INDUSTRY BUZZ: BENCHMARKS February 2005
USDA Releases Final Biobased Products Rule

RESTROOMS February 2005
Tools That Add Ease to Restroom Cleaning
Managers identify equipment, products and systems that help deliver the best restroom results

COVER STORY February 2005
Promoted from within
How organizations meet the challenge of transitioning workers into supervisors

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE February 2005
A Guide to Cleaning Speciality Surfaces
Experts provide tips on preventative and long-term care

CLEANING OPERATIONS: MICROFIBER February 2005
Educational Facilities Give Microfiber a Passing Grade
A school district and a university find labor savings with cloths and mops

FACILITY ISSUES: MANAGEMENT EDGE February 2005
Rethinking Green
Consider ‘greener’ processes and practices in addition to products

HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT February 2005
Green Cleaning Certification: Gone Green? Got Evidence?
Manufacturers are putting their money where their mouth is and proving their green-cleaning worth

BIZ 101 February 2005
Employees, Customers: Want The Right Fit? Ask The Right Questions

TECH TALK February 2005
Computer Malfunction? "Malware" May Be To Blame

OPERATIONS LOG February 2005
Carpet Equipment Trends: Expert Advice: This Year's New
Carpet Care

BUSINESS BUILDER February 2005
The Power Of Training And Recognition

GREEN GUIDE February 2005
Green Cleaning: Customers Are Doing It, Shouldn't You?

January 2005
Business Concerns for BSCs: The Top 5 of 2005
The biggest business concerns facing BSCs in the new year

MARKETPLACE January 2005
Government Contracts: Cleaning for Uncle Sam
More government facilities are outsourcing services, but does your company qualify?

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT January 2005
Growing Out Of The Owner-Operator Role
Those growing pains can bring your business to new levels. But are you ready to let go?

OPERATIONS LOG January 2005
Class-A Facility Restrooms: Give Customers Grade-A Service
Dispensers

BIZ 101 January 2005
Sales Proposals: Presenting A Lasting Impression

BUSINESS BUILDER January 2005
Rethinking Green Cleaning: Are We Hacking At Branches?

GREEN GUIDE January 2005
Green Cleaning: Change Is Good, So Spread The Word

EDITORIAL January 2005
2005: The Year Green Comes Of Age?

TECH TALK January 2005
New Fax Regulations Could Block BSC Business

EVERY ISSUE January 2005
News Briefs: Cleaning Industry Contributes To Tsunami Relief

MARKET PULSE: WASHROOM CARE December 2004
Hand Dryer Innovation Reaches An All-Time High
Hand-dryer manufacturers have much to talk about, including a slew of products that reduce mess, waste and overall cost

COVER STORY November 2004
WMS: More Tech, More Turns
Four ways technology can drive your warehousing operations

DILUTION CONTROL November 2004
Proportioning and Dispensing Systems: More In The Mix
Evaluating customers as candidates for proportioning and dispensing technology just got easier: almost every account qualifies

TECH CENTRAL November 2004
Monitoring Employee Internet Use: A Modern-Day Big Brother

COVER STORY November 2004
Building Service Consulting
Today's BSC is expected to perform as a quasi-consultant without ever collecting a consultant's fee

BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT November 2004
Franchise Material?
Before making the commitment, stop to weigh the pluses and minuses

INDUSTRY PROFILE November 2004
Dealing With Disaster
This summer, southern BSCs faced four hurricanes — how did they manage?

OPERATIONS LOG November 2004
Winter Wonderland? Snow And Salt Aren't Welcome Indoors
Carpet Care

BIZ 101 November 2004
Hiring In Bulk: Is Your Company Ready?

ASHKIN ON GREEN November 2004
Uncover The "Green" Needs, Supply Expertise

BUSINESS BUILDER November 2004
Who Manages Your Managers?

OPERATIONS LOG November 2004
¿Se Habla ‘Training?’ Safety Tips For A Diverse Workforce
Safety

EDITOR'S NOTE October 2004
October 2004

RETAIL FACILITIES October 2004
Make Your Facility Shine with Quality Floor Care
The quality of your floor-care program can make or break your customers’ shopping experiences

COVER STORY October 2004
Helping Hand
How cleaning managers influence product and equipment development

CLEANING OPERATIONS: HAND TOOLS October 2004
A Closer Look at Microfiber’s Cleaning Benefits
The pros — and a few cons — regarding popular microfiber mops and cloths

CLEANING OPERATIONS: DISPENSERS October 2004
Soap and Paper Dispensers are Seen as a Critical Restroom Component
Challenges and solutions regarding today’s designs

BIZ 101 October 2004
Getting The Most From Your Insurance Provider

TECH TALK October 2004
Password Pointers: Creating An Unbreakable Code

BUSINESS BUILDER October 2004
Young Entrepreneur A Shining Example

OPERATIONS LOG October 2004
Mops, Brushes And Brooms: Safety Starts With The Basics
Hand Tools

COVER STORY September 2004
Improving Customer Profitability: Show Me The Money!
Revealing strategies for boosting profit margins

SOAP & PAPER DISPENSERS September 2004
Touch-Free Restrooms: Emerging Technology
A look at the leading touch-free manufacturers and their products

MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE September 2004
Can Cleaning Keep Up With the Carpet?
Carpet manufacturers are working overtime to develop durable, attractive carpets that keep their colors without fading. Are distributors helping customers work toward the same goals?

GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS September 2004
Farm Bill: Feds to Clean with Biobased Products
Law mandates federal agencies purchase cleaning products derived from agricultural materials

CLEANING OPERATIONS: VACUUMS September 2004
Draw More Dirt from Vacuums
Machines that meet performance criteria and fit your facility needs will achieve the best results — if they are maintained properly

EDITOR'S NOTE September 2004
September 2004

INDUSTRY BUZZ: BENCHMARKS September 2004
CRI Launches Chemical Certification Program

CLEANING OPERATIONS: CHEMICAL CARE September 2004
Take a Lesson From These Chemical ‘Don’ts’
Be aware of common mistakes in order to prevent injuries and costly accidents

FACILITY ISSUES: MANAGEMENT EDGE September 2004
A Simple Approach to Accurate Workload
How to use facility data to track and improve cleaning efficiency

COVER STORY September 2004
Cross-Contamination
Commercial facilities can be overlooked breeding grounds for disease. How BSCs can create a healthier environment

INDUSTRY PROFILE September 2004
New Orleans: No Big Easy Clean
The ISSA/Interclean host city has its own distinct cleaning challenges

TECH TALK September 2004
Training On The Go: Programs That Offer On-Site Demos

BIZ 101 September 2004
Got A Court Date? Stay Sane

OPERATIONS LOG September 2004
Big, Simple, Stylish: Paper And Soap Dispensing Trends
Dispensers

EDITORIAL September 2004
Time For BSCs To Publicize Their Public-Health Function

EVERY ISSUE September 2004
News Briefs

BUSINESS BUILDER September 2004
Benchmark To Improve Your Business

ASHKIN ON GREEN September 2004
Join The Green Cleaning Party

COVER STORY August 2004
Business Valuation: What's Your Company Worth?
Principles you can bank on when selling, acquiring or planning ahead

COVER STORY August 2004
Learning Curves
Business opportunities abound in the school market — How to move to the head of your class

MARKETPLACE August 2004
Savvy Spending
With changing purchasing trends, to whom should BSCs give their dollars?

HUMAN RESOURCES August 2004
Starting Young
Teenagers can be a valuable part of your labor pool — if you know the law and how to work with them

BUSINESS BUILDER August 2004
Reducing The Chaos In Your Organization

BIZ 101 August 2004
Keep Sales Presentations As Fresh As The First Time

OPERATIONS LOG August 2004
Take Control! End Chemical Mixing Mayhem
Chemicals

OPERATIONS LOG August 2004
Get More From Gym Floors With Proper Equipment, Products
Floor Care

COVER STORY July 2004
Youth Movement?
The (De)aging of the jan/san industry. Why it's necessary; what it will take.

ICE MELT July 2004
Ice Melt Options Based On Weather Forecast
As sophisticated as weather-predicting tools are, they still can’t read Mother Nature’s mind

COVER STORY July 2004
Putting A Face On Housekeeping Management
How do you look compared to your peers?

EDITOR'S NOTE July 2004
July 2004

GREEN HOTELS July 2004
Green Cleaning Checks In
Hospitality facilities turn to products and practices that are safer and healthier for guests and the environment

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE July 2004
Drive Equipment Safety with Precautionary Steps
Ongoing training and mentoring programs for automated floor-care equipment

FACILITY ISSUES: MANAGEMENT EDGE July 2004
Preventive Steps for Customer Complaints
Reduce the time you spend addressing customers’ cleaning-related complaints by fine-tuning your customer-service program

COVER STORY July 2004
Bad Apples
Illegal subcontracting's continuing impact on the BSC industry

HUMAN RESOURCES July 2004
Information At Hand
Policy memos piling up? Consolidate with a company handbook

OPERATIONS July 2004
Day-Clean Believer?
Is improving the janitor's image worth the switch to day cleaning?

BIZ 101 July 2004
Strategic Planning One More Time

OPERATIONS LOG July 2004
Got The Goods? Green Customers' Wish Lists
Green Cleaning

OPERATIONS LOG July 2004
Supply Shortage Is A Sanitary Sin No BSC Wants To Commit
Restroom Care

EVERY ISSUE July 2004
News Briefs

ASHKIN ON GREEN July 2004
Shared Responsiblity: The Roles People Play

BUSINESS BUILDER July 2004
Befriend Your Competition?

COVER STORY June 2004
Distributors and Wholesalers: A Dynamic Duo
Why distributors and wholesalers pack a powerful 1-2 punch

GREEN PRODUCTS & TECHNIQUES June 2004
Customers and Green: Growing Demand
Coming to a customer near you: A need for green training and know-how. Are you wondering what to do now? Get with the program

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE June 2004
Are Imported Brooms, Brushes and Mops Lowering the Bar?
Manufacturers weigh in on the steady influx of foreign-made hand tools

BSC GUIDE TO DISTRIBUTORS June 2004
Great Expectations
Distributors have new innovations in store for BSC customers in coming years

BUSINESS BUILDER June 2004
The Powers That Be: Changing The Game

OPERATIONS LOG June 2004
Be Ahead Of The Game — Start Conserving Water, Now
Floor Care

EDITORIAL May 2004
May 2004

INDUSTRY BUZZ: BENCHMARKS May 2004
Report: Cleaning has little impact on ‘superbug’

TECHNOLOGY May 2004
Are Touchless Fixtures Faultless?
Cleaning managers discuss the pros and cons of touch-free restroom care

COVER STORY May 2004
Data-Based
The Enlightened Housekeeper's Guide to Working with Numbers

CLEANING OPERATIONS May 2004
Floor Care
Make careful choices from a kaleidoscope of pads and brushes

CLEANING OPERATIONS: CARPET CARE May 2004
Quality Equipment: Your carpet depends on it
How to make the right selection when it comes to specifying costly extractors and vacuums

COVER STORY May 2004
My Biggest Mistake
BSC screw-ups: What went wrong, lessons learned

HUMAN RESOURCES May 2004
Taming Turnover
Are employees walking out as fast as they walked in? Put the brakes on it

MARKETING May 2004
Building A Brand
If you're not the biggest or the cheapest in your market, a strong brand can help you break out from the pack

BUSINESS BUILDER May 2004
Proper Project Planning Prevents Poor Performance

ASHKIN ON GREEN May 2004
Just Showing Up Isn't Good Enough

BIZ 101 May 2004
The Right Prescription For Health-Care Cost Control

OPERATIONS LOG May 2004
Is Paper Just Paper? BSCs Dispel The Myth
Towel & Tissue

EVERY ISSUE May 2004
News Briefs

COVER STORY March 2004
Green’s Growing Reach
The quest for facility sustainability, and its impact on jan/san distribution

EDITOR'S NOTE March 2004
March 2004

INDUSTRY BUZZ: BENCHMARKS March 2004
Schools Classify Chemicals
School district’s training supervisor develops icon system for managing and mixing chemicals safely

MEDICAL FACILITIES March 2004
A Closer Look at Waste Management
How health-care organizations can protect the environment — and their budgets — by watching what goes into the waste stream

CLEANING OPERATIONS: PAPER PRODUCTS March 2004
Towel and Tissue Touch-and-Go
Why the specification of paper products should not be taken lightly

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE March 2004
Have a Ground Plan
Proper maintenance of stone floors requires careful steps

FACILITY ISSUES: MANAGEMENT EDGE March 2004
Taking the Lead of the Followers
An organization’s best followers are the leaders of the future

March 2004
Sub-Plots
Story Lines Behind Successful Subcontracting

HUMAN RESOURCES March 2004
Belief and Business
Commonsense tips for respecting your workers' religious expression

REGULATORY NEWS March 2004
Separate And Unequal?
Long lines for crowded women's restrooms prompt the call for "potty parity"

BUSINESS BUILDER March 2004
Growing Pains: Four Stages Of Evolution

BIZ 101 March 2004
Pillars Of Profits: Serving Your Best Customers

OPERATIONS LOG March 2004
A Carpet Isn't Clean Until It's Dry
Carpet Care

EDITORIAL March 2004
A Second Look At Subcontracting

EVERY ISSUE March 2004
News Briefs

COVER STORY February 2004
Winning the Image War
BSCs on professionalism and the cleaning industry

INDUSTRY PROFILE February 2004
A Meaningful Mission
Going inside NISH and the JWOD program

BSCAI 2004 SHOW PREVIEW February 2004
Clean Up In Las Vegas

BUSINESS BUILDER February 2004
"I Don't Understand Why It's So Difficult"

ASHKIN ON GREEN February 2004
Whats and Whys: A Green Cleaning Primer

OPERATIONS LOG February 2004
Graffiti Psychology: Why Vandals Strike
Vandalism

OPERATIONS LOG February 2004
Beyond The Restroom: Solving Odor Mysteries
Odor Control

BIDDING & ESTIMATING January 2004
A Better Bid Means A Better Business
Contractors and buyers share the blame for bad bidding scenarios. Working together can help ensure that bids are competitive.

BSC SURVEY January 2004
Ear To The Ground
We're listening to what BSCs are saying about their hopes and challenges in the coming year

BUSINESS BUILDER January 2004
You Need Help — Now
An outside consultant can help your company thrive during difficult times

BUSINESS SAVVY January 2004
Double Checking Your Employee Picks
Human Resources

OPERATIONS LOG January 2004
Make Your Vacuums Work For Your Workers
Safety: Vacuum Ergonomics

OPERATIONS LOG January 2004
Special Procedures For Specialty Floors
How-To: Floor Care

TECH TALK January 2004
Clean Tracking: The Dirt On RFID Technology

EDITOR'S MESSAGE January 2004
Coming To America...Legally
Millions of illegal immigrants already work here. Is it time to allow them to stay?

EVERY ISSUE January 2004
News Briefs

EVERY ISSUE January 2004
Compliance File

EDITOR'S NOTE January 2004
January 2004

CLEANING OPERATIONS: GREEN CLEANING January 2004
Turning a new leaf when it comes to green products?
Be persistent
Switching to green products is an ongoing process with a number of options ... and steps

CLEANING OPERATIONS: RESTROOM CARE January 2004
Flushing away germs with touch-free cleaning systems
Steam cleaning and pressure-washer technology tailor-made for germ-laden surfaces