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Reducing Foodborne Illnesses

By |2024-08-20T12:15:23-05:00August 20, 2024|

In the fast-paced world of food service, foodborne illnesses are an ever-present threat. In fact, according to the National Library of Medicine, more than 50% of foodborne illness outbreaks reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are attributed to dining in a restaurant. The ramifications of such occurrences extend beyond mere gastrointestinal ...

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Two Additional Ameripolish Products Earn Green Guard Certification

By |2024-08-20T11:26:04-05:00August 20, 2024|

Ameripolish, a leading architectural concrete products provider, today announced the addition of two products earning the UL GREENGUARD Certification: 3D SF and 2D PL. Products that achieve UL GREENGUARD Certification have undergone rigorous scientific testing to meet stringent chemical emissions requirements. UL GREENGUARD Certification demonstrates that these products are more sustainable than traditional architectural concrete ...

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BUILDING TRUST: How cleaning for health impacts occupant well-being

By |2024-08-19T11:13:56-05:00August 19, 2024|

The landscape of occupant health in commercial buildings is rapidly evolving. From basic safety standards to prioritizing health, productivity, and comfort, the focus has shifted significantly. Health statistics According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, American adults spend more of their waking hours between Monday and Friday at the workplace than anywhere else—including home, ...

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Q&A with Keith Schneringer

By |2024-08-19T10:48:20-05:00August 19, 2024|

Editor’s Note: Keith Schneringer is the Senior Director of Marketing – JanSan + Sustainability at BradyPLUS. ISSA recently interviewed him about his recent industry honor, his mission, his thoughts on advocacy initiatives and other important topics, and his vision for the future. ISSA: You recently received an award that is close to your heart. Can ...

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Brands vs. Private Labels

By |2024-11-05T13:00:12-06:00August 19, 2024|

In recent years, there has been a steep increase in exclusive or private brands in the cleaning industry, a trend that mimics other industries. Consumer demand and strategic business reasons influence the trend, highlighting distinct roles and benefits for brands versus private labels. Understanding these differences is paramount for companies eyeing increased market size and ...

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Fellowes Highlights Innovative Array Solution for Corporate Office Applications

By |2024-08-19T10:19:40-05:00August 19, 2024|

Fellowes, a global leader and trusted partner in providing product solutions to fulfill a broad range of WorkLife needs, highlights its breakthrough Array™ Air Quality management system for corporate office applications. In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent is paramount. A recent survey by Fellowes reveals that 91% of U.S. and Canadian ...

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Data-Driven Cleaning: Putting the numbers and Statistics into practice

By |2024-08-15T20:08:28-05:00August 15, 2024|

It’s a very exciting time to be in the cleaning industry. More companies are embracing data-driven practices not just as a trend but as a necessity to enhance their service quality and operational efficiency. Protecting the indoor environment and human health is critical to our effectiveness. The cleaning industry no longer simply sells labor or ...

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ISSA Leg. & Reg. Update – 2024 State Pesticide Registration Survey Now Available

By |2024-08-15T10:10:28-05:00August 15, 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 ISSA’s latest State Pesticide Registration Survey, the increasing price of menstrual-care products, an ISSA webinar on August 29 on OSHA’S updated Hazard Communication, and more. Want to stay ...

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Illinois Amends Mold Remediation Registration Act to Include IICRC Certifications

By |2024-08-15T09:35:59-05:00August 15, 2024|

The Illinois Legislature has amended the Mold Remediation Registration Act for the first time since its initial passage nearly twenty years ago. This time, it will include IICRC and other industry certifications as a prerequisite to registration. In 2007, Illinois passed the Mold Remediation Registration Act, a bill that intended to allow mold remediators to ...

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Clearing the Air: Identifying the elephant in the room

By |2024-08-14T13:32:33-05:00August 14, 2024|

Are we looking at indoor air quality (IAQ) incorrectly—seeing only parts of the picture based on our roles as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) technicians, janitorial contractors, building managers, engineers, tenants, or occupants? How we view IAQ matters. If we look at its challenges separately, we miss improvements and undersize change. It calls to ...

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