The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) is proud to announce Norris Gearhart, Executive Vice President of Regulatory Business Practice for North America for First Onsite, as the recipient of the 2025 Martin L. King Award, the industry’s highest honor recognizing lifetime achievement and extraordinary contributions to the restoration profession. Since 1986, the Martin L. King Award has been ...
Congratulations to the 12th annual Cintas Custodian of the Year contest winner, Dan Davis from Deerfield Elementary School in Short Hills, New Jersey. After thousands of votes were submitted, Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) has crowned Dan Davis as the 2025 grand prize winner. Dan was honored today with a surprise ceremony by students, teachers, staff ...
Emerson, an industrial technology leader, today announced the new ProTeam GoFit® 6 HEPA backpack vacuum. Featuring ProTeam’s most advanced filtration system, the vacuum is engineered to capture 99.97% of particulates as small as 0.3 microns inside a sealed filter that traps microscopic atmospheric hazards like mold spores, lead dust or other particulates. “The new GoFit ...
Pilot Chemical Company today announced an exclusive partnership with Novvi LLC to bring a new sustainable surfactant technology, biobased alpha olefin sulfonates, to the North American market. In partnership with Novvi, Pilot will supply CalCare® AOS biobased alpha olefin sulfonates to the North American household, industrial and institutional (I&I), and personal care (PC) markets. CalCare® AOS ...
What is Sanitizer Spray? A Comprehensive Guide Maintaining clean and germ-free spaces is crucial in today’s world, and one essential tool in this fight is sanitizer spray. But what exactly is it, and how can it help protect your health and surroundings? Whether you're new to sanitizing products or looking for advanced solutions, this guide ...
In this special episode of Straight Talk!, ISSA President Laurie Sewell joins ISSA Media Director Jeff Cross to explore the central theme that unites all corners of the cleaning and facility services world: health. Sewell shares her personal and professional insights on heart health, in honor of her upcoming participation in the Go Red for ...
Sofidel, a leading global provider of paper for hygienic and domestic use, offers ways to keep restrooms in tip-top shape while prioritizing sustainability this World Hand Hygiene Day. This global initiative highlights the critical role of hand hygiene in reducing the spread of germs and promoting healthy habits. “This World Hand Hygiene Day, we want ...
On a recent trip to Europe, I participated in a series of discussions on the future of Professional Cleaning. We discussed the need for industry-specific certifications that were globally recognized and helped workers gain the skills needed to utilize new technologies. We discussed AI-driven platforms and tools like ChatGPT that streamline training processes by providing ...
Cleaner training is essential for anyone working in the cleaning industry. Whether you’re a new hire or an experienced professional looking to refine your skills, proper training can make a significant difference in your performance, safety, and career growth. At its core, cleaner training teaches the proper techniques, safety measures, and industry standards required to ...
Sellars Absorbent Materials, the Milwaukee-based company that was built on cleaning up spills, splashes and drips, is looking for “Messy Moments.” As part of its 40th anniversary, Sellars wants anyone and everyone to submit any mess they’ve caused or encountered – whether it’s at work, home or anywhere else. From April 29 – May 26, ...
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