You may have already noticed, but this issue’s front cover sports a new look: a special banner commemorating SM’s 60th year of providing readers with the most thorough and pertinent industry coverage available.

We’re proud of the rich tradition that defines our publication. To celebrate, we’re dedicating the May 2003 issue to our 60th anniversary. Our expanded tribute issue will chronicle the major industry milestones in terms of issues, trends, people and products.

We need your help. We’re looking for photos, anecdotes and personalities that best illustrate the jan/san industry’s evolution since our inaugural issue in 1943. Please send me your materials by March 14 (we will gladly return them), and call me if you have any questions or ideas.


This month, you’ll find a host of informative articles. First, our cover story delves into the issue of sales motivation, and features results from SM’s exclusive survey.

Oxygen cleaners have caused quite a stir in the industry. Find out why they’re so appealing.

And, curious about how distributors are leveraging portable sales tools? We’ve got a rundown of the latest technology in “More Mobility, More Sales.”

Be sure to look for our annual Buyer’s Guide in the February issue of SM.




POSTED ON: 1/1/2003