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UMF Reveals Top Hygiene Specialist

Maria Diaz De Leon has been named the recipient of UMF Corp.’s Hygiene Specialist® Excellence Award. Now in its 15th year, UMF’s annual award...read more


GBAC Senior Director to Host IICRC Webinar

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) will present a complimentary webinar for all IICRC Certified Firms on crime scene cleanup...read more


New Ruling Aims to Cut PFAS from U.S. Government Custodial Contracts

According to a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) press release, the Biden-Harris Administration is directing U.S. government contractors to purchase cleaning products...read more


3M Launches App to Combat Counterfeit PPE

3M has released the new 3M™ Verify app to help companies ensure their personal protective equipment (PPE) is authentic.  According to a press release, the app...read more


Crypto.com Arena Joins Dozens of Facilities Emphasizing Public Health Through GBAC STAR Facility Reaccreditation

Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California, recently completed the reaccreditation process for GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC), a...read more


Tork Study Reveals Need for Improved Public Restroom Hygiene

New research recently released by hygiene product company Tork, an Essity brand, shines light on the difficulties Americans have in staying hygienic...read more


Ameripolish Products Achieve UL GREENGUARD Certification

Ameripolish Inc. announced that seven of its products recently received UL GREENGUARD Certification. In order to achieve such certification, Ameripolish’s products underwent...read more


UMF Teams With APIC

UMF Corp. has announced a strategic partnership with the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) for 2024. As a member...read more