Monthly Archives: November 2024

ISSA Leg. & Reg. Update – What the Election Results Mean for the Cleaning Industry

By |2024-11-07T10:20:45-06:00November 7, 2024|

Welcome to the latest ISSA Legislative & Regulatory Update, a biweekly roundup of the public-policy issues currently impacting the full cleaning supply chain. This update touches on an upcoming free ISSA webinar on what Tuesday’s election results mean for the cleaning and facility-solutions industry, the latest Cleaning Is Essential podcast, advocacy activities as part of ...

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Bob Kibbe Named CEO of Tranzonic Companies and Hospeco Brands Group

By |2024-11-06T11:41:49-06:00November 6, 2024|

Hospeco Brands Group, a leading distributor of cleaning and hygiene products serving customers in a diverse set of end markets, including healthcare, foodservice, industrial and safety, and facility services, is pleased to welcome Robert (Bob) Kibbe to its executive team. Effective immediately, Kibbe will assume the role of CEO of Tranzonic Companies and its Hospeco Brands ...

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Essendant Wins New Contract with Purchasing Association of Cooperative Entities (PACE) for Distribution of Office Products, Furniture, JanSan and Foodservice Supplies

By |2024-11-06T11:37:34-06:00November 6, 2024|

Essendant, an industry leading wholesale distribution and fulfillment services company, announced today that it has entered into an agreement with the Purchasing Association of Cooperative Entities (PACE) for the distribution of office products, furniture, janitorial supplies, and foodservice supplies and equipment. Essendant currently holds an office supplies and furniture contract with PACE, a group purchasing ...

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ISSA In Action!

By |2024-11-06T11:25:07-06:00November 6, 2024|

Join ISSA Hygieia Network for an In-Person Panel Discussion Mentors and allies play a pivotal role in developing inclusive leadership and empowering individuals in the cleaning and facility solutions industry. Join our 30-minute panel discussion, Building Inclusive Leadership: The Role of Mentors and Allies in the Cleaning and Facility Solutions Industry, presented by ISSA Hygieia ...

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The Trouble With Biofilms

By |2024-11-06T11:12:01-06:00November 6, 2024|

Biofilms are often referred to as “cities of microorganisms” that can adhere to and form on almost any surface. They are increasingly recognized as a critical global health issue across a multitude of industries, with estimated economic costs reaching US$5 trillion annually—the equivalent of $1 million multiplied by 5 million. Biofilms present a significant challenge ...

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Complacency

By |2024-11-06T11:02:55-06:00November 6, 2024|

Imagine a well-oiled business machine humming along smoothly, basking in past glories. But here’s the catch: The market doesn’t care about your laurels. Complacency can be like a stealthy assassin that silently creeps into a business, wreaks havoc, and leaves it gasping for survival. But things were going so well… I recently spoke with a ...

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ZACO X1000 professional robot vacuum cleaner

By |2025-05-19T14:05:35-05:00November 5, 2024|

The X1000 is a vacuum robot & your answer to professional cleaning requirements in commercial environments. Cobotic is a combination of the words cooperation and robotics. In contrast to robotics, no employees are completely replaced. Humans and robots work hand in hand. It is important to remember that even though the Robot reduces the workload ...

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Transaction Represents 93rd Acquisition for Leading Distributor of Foodservice Packaging and Janitorial Sanitation Products

By |2024-11-18T10:35:12-06:00November 4, 2024|

Imperial Dade, a leading North American distributor of foodservice packaging supplies, industrial products, and janitorial supplies, today announced the acquisition of California Janitorial Supply Corp. (“CalJan” or the “Company”). The transaction represents the 93rd acquisition for Imperial Dade under the leadership of Robert and Jason Tillis, Chairman and CEO of Imperial Dade, respectively. Financial terms ...

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AAA Business Supplies & Interiors Welcomes Value Business Products

By |2024-11-04T11:38:38-06:00November 4, 2024|

Value Business Products, a leading office products dealer in the San Jose/Silicon Valley market, is joining the AAA Business Supplies & Interiors team. This combination further enhances AAA’s position as the dominate independent dealer in Northern California, and as one of the leading dealers in the U.S. Value Business Products was started by Iris & ...

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4M Building Solutions Expands Nashville Presence with Acquisition of Covenant Building Service

By |2024-11-01T09:49:01-05:00November 1, 2024|

St. Louis-based 4M Building Solutions, a leader in commercial cleaning and janitorial services, announced today the acquisition of Covenant Building Service, a premier provider of janitorial services in the Nashville, TN metro area. This strategic acquisition strengthens 4M’s presence in the Nashville market, which it first entered in 2017. Tim Murch, CBSE, 4M CEO and ...

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