UP CLOSE: CARPET CARE - sm - November 2009
Extracting Answers
A panel of industry experts solves common carpet cleaning questions
ASHKINONGREEN - cp - November 2009
Carpet Care Isn't Green Unless Products Are Effective
CARPET CARE - cp - September 2009
Bonnet Cleaning Remains A Controversial Issue For BSCs
FEATURE - hs - August 2009
Carpet Care Certifications
CRI answers the demand for environmental standards in carpet care equipment
UP CLOSE: CARPET CARE - sm - July 2009
Cleaning Heavily-Soiled Carpeted Areas
The right blend of products and equipment can help keep customers' carpets in good standing order
FLOOR CARE - cp - July 2009
Eco-Friendly Flooring Maintenance Requires Caution, Common Sense
FEATURE - hs - June 2009
Floor Equipment: Cost Cutting In A Tough Economy
Comparing the cost of repairs with new purchases and making the most of floor care equipment
FEATURE - hs - April 2009
Carpet Care From Start To Finish
From preparation to drying, end users outline the steps necessary to successfully care for carpets
IN THE NEWS - sm - February 2009
CRI Withdraws Support For GS-37
ASSOCIATION NEWS - sm - February 2009
IEHA Signs Agreement With CRI
UP CLOSE: CARPET CARE - sm - January 2009
Rising Demand For Certified Equipment And Chemicals
Customers are asking for approved products from the Carpet and Rug Institute. What sets them apart?
FEATURE - hs - November 2008
Carpet Care Chemicals: Extended Life Expectancy
A comprehensive maintenance program that includes the use of proper cleaning chemicals can prolong the life of a carpet
UP CLOSE: CARPET CARE - sm - November 2008
Low-Moisture Techniques Gaining In Popularity
Carpets receive less water, dry faster and require fewer deep extractions
UP CLOSE - sm - October 2008
Carpet Care: Breaking Down Carpet Chemicals
Distributors must help end users wade through the plethora of available products
OPERATIONSLOG: CARPET CARE - cp - September 2008
Carpet Machines: Extending Their Lifespan
When filters clog, there is a loss of air flow, which can build up pressure, overheat the engine and damage the machine
FEATURE - hs - July 2008
Carpet Equipment: Distributors Tout Low-Moisture Machines
End users can save on labor and chemicals while achieving better aesthetics, healthier facilities and longer carpet lives
- news - June 2008
CRI Earns ANSI Certification For Its Green Carpet Testing
FEATURE - hs - April 2008
Carpet Care: Justifying New Equipment
Cleaning managers access the facility and outline the steps necessary to purchasing carpet-care equipment
OPERATIONSLOG: CARPET CARE - cp - February 2008
Low-Moisture Techniques: Quick, Easy, Eco-friendly
Carpets can look clean, smell and feel fresh, and maintain a high level of indoor air quality, with minimal disruption to occupants
- news - January 2008
New Standard Looks at Carpeting Products
- news - January 2008
Carpet Cleaners Have High Expectations for 2008
- news - January 2008
ANSI Standard Targets Carpet Sustainability
MARKET PULSE - sm - January 2008
Carpet Gets High Marks In Educational Facilities
More schools are switching to carpet for improved health and safety of building occupants
MARKET BY MARKET: HOSPITALITY - hs - November 2007
Rolling Out The Welcome Mat
Properly maintaining floors in hotel entryways leads to improved perception of the entire facility
MARKET PULSE - sm - November 2007
A Well-Rounded Approach To Carpet Care
Specific facilities or customer types have different needs - both in machines required and cleaning frequency
- news - October 2007
Research Institute Receives Grant From CRI
MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE - sm - October 2007
Product Selection Critical In A Carpet's Longevity
Pairing carpet chemicals with certain carpet fibers is vital in maintaining and extending the life of a carpet.
- news - September 2007
CRI’s Seal of Approval Goes Green
CLEANING OPERATIONNS: VACUUMS - hs - August 2007
Vacuum: Lean, Green, Quiet Machines
New technology and design make vacuuming easier than ever
OPERATIONSLOG: FLOOR & CARPET CARE - cp - August 2007
Flooring Trends Are Changing Across All Markets
Schools are switching to carpet to make floors last longer, but kids track in a lot of dirt — that means daily vacuuming
- news - July 2007
Survey: Green Carpet Cleaning
ISSA REPORTS JUNE 2007 - hs - June 2007
ISSA: Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide
CLEANING OPERATIONS: CARPET CARE EQUIPMENT - hs - April 2007
Carpet Care: Cleaning by the Clock
When time is of the essence, cleaners can benefit from the use of ‘multi-task’ extractors
- news - March 2007
Book: Carpet Cleaning for Dummies
OPERATIONSLOG - cp - February 2007
CARPET CARE
For Maximum Productivity, Size The Extractor To The Job
CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE - cp - January 2007
FLOOR CARE
The Basics Of Robotic Equipment
CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE - cp - January 2007
CARPET CARE
Choosing The Right Vacuum
CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE - cp - January 2007
CARPET CARE
Expanding Vacuums With Attachments
MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE - sm - January 2007
Care Based On Customer Type And Location
Diverse customers and weather conditions present distributors with unique carpet care challenges
- news - November 2006
CRI Survey Found That Consumer Attitudes Improve Toward Carpet
MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE - sm - November 2006
The Cream Of The Carpet Care Crop
Manufacturers sound off on why their high-end equipment is worth every penny
- news - September 2006
Carpet Cleaning: Schools Focus their Attention
CLEANING OPERATIONS: VACUUMS - hs - August 2006
Vacuum: What are the Factors Driving Vacuum Purchases?
Experts break it down into four steps when choosing the right piece of equipment
OPERATIONSLOG: CARPET CARE - cp - July 2006
Carpet-Cleaning Tips For The Budget-Conscious BSC
As far as maintaining carpet, vacuuming is absolutely the most important step
- hs - June 2006
Industry Buzz
CLEANING OPERATIONS: CARPET CARE - hs - June 2006
Carpet Cleaning: Deep Cleaning with Carpet Extractors
Industry experts weigh in on the importance of carpet extraction and where technology is going
GREENGUIDE - cp - May 2006
Green Carpet Care
It's often assumed that because carpets hide soil, the soil isn't there
OPERATIONSLOG - cp - February 2006
Carpet Care: Better Equipment Selection Means A Better Carpet Program
MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE - sm - January 2006
Carpet Restoration Tips After Disaster Strikes
Acting as an information resource for customers when they’re faced with big problems pays off for distributors
OPERATIONSLOG - cp - November 2005
Carpet Spots, Stains, Water: Your Carpet Problems, Solved
CLEANING OPERATIONS: CARPET CARE - hs - April 2005
Carpet Extraction: Systems That Get You Through
to the Next Deep Cleaning
Low-moisture carpet extraction keeps facilities up and running
OPERATIONS LOG - cp - February 2005
Carpet Equipment Trends
Carpet Care
OPERATIONS LOG - cp - November 2004
Carpet Care: Snow And Salt Aren't Welcome Indoors
Carpet Care
MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE - sm - September 2004
Can Cleaning Keep Up With the Carpet?
Carpet manufacturers are working overtime to develop durable, attractive carpets that keep their colors without fading. Are distributors helping customers work toward the same goals?
CLEANING OPERATIONS: VACUUMS - hs - September 2004
Carpet Care: Draw More Dirt from Vacuums
Machines that meet performance criteria and fit your facility needs will achieve the best results — if they are maintained properly
CLEANING OPERATIONS: CARPET CARE - hs - May 2004
Carpet Care: Quality Equipment: Your carpet depends on it
How to make the right selection when it comes to specifying costly extractors and vacuums
CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE - hs - March 2004
Floor Care: Have a Ground Plan
Proper maintenance of stone floors requires careful steps
OPERATIONS LOG - cp - March 2004
Carpet Care: A Carpet Isn't Clean Until It's Dry
Carpet Care