Monthly Archives: November 2023

Northwest Center Names New VP

By |2023-11-29T14:30:14-06:00November 29, 2023|

Northwest Center has appointed Volker “VW” Wellmann senior vice president of integrated facility services (IFS). Wellmann has extensive experience in the jansan industry. He joins Northwest Center from Kellermeyer Bergenson Services (KBS) where he served as vice president of operations. Prior to his time with KBS, Wellmann spent eight years with Ecolab Inc. as assistant ...

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ISSA Product Showcase August 20, 2021

By |2023-11-29T14:30:14-06:00November 29, 2023|

Stay up to date on the industry’s newest products and services from these ISSA members. Oust Oily Stains Oust is a new premium pre-spotter treatment from UNX Industries Inc. This proprietary concentrated solvent makes it an exceptionally versatile pre-spotter, effectively removing tough oily dirt and stains on linens, towels, and clothing. This quick and economical pre-treater ...

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Eurest Services Announces Rebrand

By |2023-11-29T14:30:15-06:00November 29, 2023|

Eurest Services, the corporate facilities management division of Compass Group, has announced a new corporate identity. The division will now be known as ESFM, which stands for “Elevating Solutions in Facilities Management.” The updated brand identity will also include an updated logo as well as an expanded safety programming and a proprietary training certification programming. ...

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ISS Expands Food Services Team

By |2023-11-29T14:30:16-06:00November 29, 2023|

ISS recently appointed Sukie Read, Steve Ross, and David Wood to the company’s food services sales commercial team as solution directors. Read brings her extensive experience in the field of contract catering, while Ross has joined from Atalian Servest. Wood returns to ISS after working for Baxter Storey’s sales team. “ISS is embarking on a ...

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GP PRO Survey Spotlights Hand Drying Habits

By |2023-11-29T14:30:16-06:00November 29, 2023|

According to a recent survey, more than two-thirds of consumers believe that drying their hands with 100% recycled fiber paper towels is more efficient and effective than drying their hands with an air dryer equipped with a HEPA filter. In compiling the study,  GP PRO surveyed 500 consumers earlier this year on their preferences for drying ...

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BRAVO! Adds Director of Client Experience

By |2023-11-29T14:30:16-06:00November 29, 2023|

BRAVO! Group Services Inc. has appointed Patricia McGrainer-Iorio director of client experience and excellence for its C-K Control Temp Inc. (CKCT) division. McGrainer-Iorio has more than 25 years of experience in the communications, security, and HVAC industries. Prior to joining BRAVO!, she worked as a sales executive for Statewide Conditioning Inc. and before that she was an ...

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AHE and Essity Honor Top EVS Departments

By |2023-11-29T14:30:17-06:00November 29, 2023|

The Association for the Health Care Environment (AHE) has announced the recipients of the 2021 Environmental Services (EVS) Department of the Year Award. The annual award, sponsored by Tork, an Essity brand, recognizes the significant contributions made by an EVS department to the overall patient experience and achieving a health care organization's mission. It honors ...

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Don’t Miss Next Month’s Virtual Conference from Hygieia Network

By |2023-11-29T14:30:17-06:00November 29, 2023|

ISSA Hygieia Network, an ISSA Charities™ signature program dedicated to the advancement and retention of women in the cleaning industry, will host a virtual conference on September 22 at 11 a.m. CT. The two-hour event will feature a panel discussion of industry experts on the topic of market disruptions and how you can turn such disruptions ...

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USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center Serves Up Safety with GBAC® STAR Facility Accreditation Ahead of US Open

By |2023-11-29T14:30:18-06:00November 29, 2023|

Just in time for the 2021 U.S. Open Tennis Championships, the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York, achieved GBAC® STAR Facility Accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council®, (GBAC), a Division of ISSA. Taking place August 30 to September 12, the 2021 U.S. Open tennis tournament will ...

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Nichols Celebrates 85th Anniversary

By |2023-11-29T14:30:18-06:00November 29, 2023|

Nichols recently marked its 85th year of business by hosting a themed luncheon at its main office as well as its branches throughout the Midwest. The Muskegon, Michigan-based distributor was established in 1936 and purchased by Ken Olthoff in 1957. Since then, it has remained owned and operated by the Olthoff family, with Mike Othoff serving ...

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