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Kick bad habits and fight the flu at the office Infection Control Today Share    
As flu season approaches, nearly 70 percent of employees admit to coming into the office while sick, a habit that may increase the spread of this common virus at the office. Even with heightened preventive measures at businesses across the country, this finding from a recent survey by Staples Advantage, the business-to-business division of Staples, Inc. confirms that office workers continue to stick to old habits. Staples Advantage offers easy tips to help businesses and employees fight the flu at the office. More
Survey reveals cleaning industry is surviving tough economy by improving efficiencies with reduced staff and multipurpose products Business Wire Share
Procter & Gamble Professional™, the away-from-home division of Procter & Gamble, released the findings of its national "2011 Cleaning Industry Insights" survey, which queried 400 cleaning industry professionals and decision makers. The survey's findings revealed that in today's economic climate, the preferable action (reported by 75 percent of total respondents) to improve their business' bottom line would be to "find ways to become more efficient"; compared to 20 percent who would prefer to "raise prices for clients or customers." More
ISSA teams with USGBC Center for Green Schools ISSA Share
ISSA is pleased to announce its support of the US Green Building Council's Center for Green Schools by providing green cleaning resources to the educational facility community. ISSA and the Cleaning Industry Management Standard, along with its CIMS-Green Building program, have been highlighted as resources for the higher education community in the Center's Roadmap to a Green Campus. The Center for Green Schools identifies ISSA and CIMS as key options to provide clarity, inspiration and supporting research for educational facilities when addressing green cleaning. More Win business with weed control products Sanitary Maintenance via CleanLink Share
The exterior of a facility often provides a reflection of a company's image. As a result, companies will often focus on sprucing up their exterior with florals and greenery. But during the spring and summer months, popping up in flower beds, creeping up through cracks in walkways and growing in grass are unsightly weeds. Facilities often outsource the maintenance of their green space around their facility to landscaping companies. But for those who don't, facilities are in charge of purchasing weed control products. More
Cintas announces best practices for fire readiness FacilitiesNet Share
In recognition of Fire Prevention Month, Cintas Corporation, a leader in fire protection services, released a list of best practices to help facility managers prevent and prepare for a fire. The National Fire Protection Association estimates 115,500 structure fires occurred annually in non-residential properties from 2005 to 2009 resulting in $3.1 billion in direct property damage. More Maintaining no-wax flooring Housekeeping Solutions via CleanLink Share
In facilities across America, vinyl floors have been the standard for many years. But in some facilities, change is imminent. Newer on the scene in healthcare and educational settings is no-wax vinyl, a flooring product that a manufacturer has applied a coating to and which does not require buffing or waxing. There are some tricks, however, to maintain the life of the no-wax surface, but cleaning professionals are finding that the process doesn't require as much effort as traditional flooring and in turn, saves time and money. More
ISSA announces 2011 award winners ISSA Share
ISSA will honor achievers in the professional cleaning industry during ISSA/INTERCLEAN® North America, which takes place Oct. 18-21 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The Jack D. Ramaley Industry Distinguished Service Award honors a person who has demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and exceptional service through his or her innovation, elevation of industry standards, and promotion of the association's growth and development. More
Luxury on tap: Bathrooms are the new status symbol in the UK Daily Mail Share
Nowadays the bathroom has become a technological feat that promises to do everything from scenting the air with fragrance to spouting just the right stream of water from a space-age funnel to aid brushing teeth. More 6 hotel trends, from pump soap dispensers to lobbies as emerging social hubs The Associated Press via The Washington Post Share
Pump bottle on the shower wall or individual shampoos and lotions you can take home? Luxurious tub for a self-indulgent bath or no tub at all? A friendly greeting from a well-informed local or a code transmitted electronically that will open your hotel room door with no human interaction at check-in whatsoever? Here are some details on six hotel trends bubbling up in the industry right now and how they affect your stay. More
Keeping it cool: Health care IT systems have unique HVAC requirements Health Facilities Management Share
Information technology is being integrated throughout the nation's hospitals to improve patient care, increase service levels and lower operating costs via enabling technologies such as digital diagnostic equipment, electronic medical records and radio-frequency identification. More The guestroom: 10 ways to dazzle guests Hospitality Design Share
Research shows that hotel guests spend, on average, 60 percent of their stay in the guest room. To create a memorable experience, a great guest room must tread smartly between serviceability and inspiration. More |
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