We’ve all done it. Squeezed hand sanitizer into our palms, rubbed our hands together, and then felt confident we’ve killed all the germs. But have we? How much hand sanitizer…
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Time for Backpack Vacuums?
One of our customers finally broke down and converted to backpack vacuums. Afterwards, he wondered why it took him so long. That’s because in record time, his team verified industry…
The Low-Down on Water Lift: Carpet Extractors
When you invest in a carpet extractor, pay particular attention to the machine’s water lift numbers. The water lift statistic indicates the “suction power” of the machine as it basically…
Disinfectants in Child Care Centers
To disinfect, or not to disinfect? That is a question we hear quite often from customers, especially those who have businesses involving small children, such as day care centers and…
Could Your Stinky Dumpster Get You in Norfolk Code Violation?
With warm weather comes dumpster odor, but could your stinky dumpster put you in violation of a city ordinance? Perhaps it could. The City of Norfolk municipal code states that…
Graffiti Wipe-Out Programs in Norfolk
Did you know there are two active graffiti abatement programs in the city of Norfolk? These programs address the unsightly graffiti created by taggers using paint or markers. The first…
ADA Requirements for Soap Dispensers
The American Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law in 1990 and requires facilities to make accommodations for disabled people. When it comes to hand soap dispensers or hand sanitizing…
Hydrogen Peroxide and “Green” Disinfectants
The EPA is actively piloting a program for granting some type of registration for more environmentally friendly products that claim disinfecting or sanitizing benefits. The program is being conducted through…
Getting Salt Out of Carpets
It has been a long winter with Norfolk snowfall estimates for the month of January at more than 600% over last year. Where there is snow and ice, there is…
Floor Finish: To Zinc or Not To Zinc
It’s a question that many facility managers ask themselves … do you use a floor finish with zinc in order to achieve that great, hard, beautiful shine or do you…
Wiping Your Hands Clean of Paper Towel Transmitted Bacteria
How “clean” are unused paper towels? For the most part, one would say a paper towel that is fresh out-of-the-box should be pretty sanitary. For that reason, many were surprised…
BioEnzymatic Cleaners ... Beyond the Days of Greasy Drains
When bio-enzymatic cleaners first emerged in the custodian closet, they were primarily seen as effective solutions to clear grease traps and drains. As time has passed, this exciting new genre…
Breathe Easy by Eliminating Air Freshener Phthalates
In the battle of the bathroom odors, are you exposing your tenants to potentially harmful air while trying to provide a pleasant fragrance? A study conducted by the Natural Resources…
Changes in LEED v4 Cleaning Chemicals: What it Means for Janitorial Professionals
Are you responsible for the maintenance of a LEED building, or one that is considering LEED certification? If so, you need to know about the passage of LEED v4, which…
Healthy, Green Commercial Cleaning Starts with Chemical Dilution
When it comes to healthy, green cleaning programs, it all starts with your chemical program. The custodial supplies in a healthy, green cleaning program should be anchored by a certified…