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VIRTUAL REALITY TOOLS SHOW PROMISE November 2025
Virtual Reality Training Saves Cleaning Teams Time


VIRTUAL REALITY OF CLEANING November 2025
Virtual Reality is a Training Tool for Frontline Staff


DAY CLEANING INCENTIVES AND HURDLES November 2025
Day Cleaning Trade-Offs


THE CASE FOR DAY CLEANING November 2025
Day Cleaning Leads to Energy Savings


DIFFICULTIES OF STOPPING VAPE USAGE November 2025
Vaping Plagues Cleaning Executives in Schools


PREPPING FOR PAY DAY  November 2025
Survey Explores Salaries for Facility Cleaning Execs


FOODSERVICE FLOOR SAFETY October 2025
Cleaning Foodservice Spaces Must be Consistent


BE AN ELITE BSC – RETAINING CUSTOMERS: THE KEY TO LONG-TERM SUCCESS May 2025
Exceeding Customer Expectations Leads to Repeat Business


FOODSERVICE FLOOR SAFETY  October 2025
Smart Cleaning is Key for Commercial Kitchens


IN THE FIELD: THE SHIFT WARS July 2025
Benefits and Tradeoffs of Day and Night Cleaning


CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE  October 2025
How to Drive Transformation in Facility Operations


THE ART OF MACHINE MAINTENANCE September 2025
Distributors Benefit from Offering Service Departments


GETTING IT RIGHT August 2025
Proper Techniques to Using Ice Melt


TIPS FOR A TOP-SHELF RESTROOM  July 2025
Taking Restroom Maintenance to the Next Level 


CLEARING THE AIR June 2025
Lean on Cleaning Machines for an IAQ Boost




THE FLOOR CARE CONUNDRUM June 2025
Choosing the Right Floor Equipment for the Job


THE FLOOR CARE CONUNDRUM June 2025
Quality Floor Pads and Machines Matter








IMPROVING THE HAND HYGIENE TOOLKIT April 2025
Easy Ways to Make Handwashing Convenient and Consistent


TELESCOPING TOOLS TAKE CLEANING EVEN HIGHER   April 2025
Ergonomic Hand Tools Improve Cleaning Efficiency 





FACILITY FOCUS: BUILT TO LAST  April 2025
University Commits to Sustainable Building Practices


FACILITY FOCUS: BUILT TO LAST  April 2025
Taking a Multi-Pronged Approach to Campus Sustainability








EFFECTIVELY ENGAGING A MULTI-GENERATIONAL WORKFORCE February 2025
Manage Competing Work Preferences on a Custodial Team


OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH February 2025
Setting Cleaning Managers up for Success



















IN THE FIELD: INFECTION CONTROL November 2024
Infection Prevention Demands Seem Lackluster





























DIRTY PLACES, SMELLY SPACES October 2024
Identifying and Eliminating Odor Sources




DIRTY PLACES, SMELLY SPACES October 2024
Preventing Facility Odors During Winter











SMALL BUT MIGHTY October 2024
Advantages of Compact Floor Care Equipment





THE SECRET TO SUCCESS August 2024
Facilities Maximize ROI with Help from Buying Groups






WEATHERING THE STORM August 2024
Selecting the Right Ice Melt Products





















DIGGING DEEP ON FOREVER CHEMICALS August 2024
Forever Chemicals and How to Tackle Them

















HOW MATURITY MODELS ENABLE TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE June 2024
Why Maturity Models Make Sense for Educational Settings



HOW MATURITY MODELS ENABLE TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE June 2024
Making Health and Sustainability a Priority














































BREAKING THROUGH THE BACKACHE April 2024
The Cost of Going Green





TAKING THE GREEN PLUNGE April 2024
How to Have the Conversation About Sustainability





BREAKING THROUGH THE BACKACHE April 2024
Technology Spearheads Industry Innovation



MARKETING MATTING PROGRAMS April 2024
Promoting Facility Matting Plans in Facilities





















FROM THE EDITOR: TACKLING TURNOVER March 2024
Report Evaluates Industry Turnover






















HEALTHY SCHOOLS: ALL TOGETHER NOW February 2024
Lessons Learned from Developing an Integrated IAQ Strategy in Schools





SPOTLIGHTING SURFACTANTS February 2024
How Details Make a Difference When Choosing Surfactants




SPOTLIGHTING SURFACTANTS February 2024
Why Bio-Based Chemicals are Gaining a Following




TRAIN AND RETAIN  February 2024
Embracing a New Approach to Facility Management  









FROM THE EDITOR: February 2024
Discussing Key Traits of Successful Leaders











FROM THE EDITOR: RAISING THE TIDE January 2024
Why Collaboration Wins in Commercial Cleaning



















12/20/2023
Winners Announced for 2023 Reader’s Choice Award 
Readers of Facility Maintenance Decisions and Facility Cleaning Decisions voted on the best products in this new award program 


















FROM THE EDITOR: THE BENEFITS OF GIVING November 2023
How Giving Back Benefits Communities and BSCs Alike




LEADERSHIP: EXCEEDING YOUR COMFORT ZONE  November 2023
Embrace Challenges to Grow as a Leader 



CONSIDERING CONCRETE FLOORS November 2023
Maintenance Tips for Concrete Flooring in Facilities


CONSIDERING CONCRETE FLOORS November 2023
Concrete Flooring Provides Safety, Cost Benefits 







THE CASE FOR CARPET TILES November 2023
Carpet Tile Maintenance Tips



THE CASE FOR CARPET TILES November 2023
Why Carpet Tiles are Viable for Facility Flooring 





STACKING UP SALARIES November 2023
How Money Matters to Managers












IN THE FIELD: MAKING SENSE OF SCENTS October 2023
Potential Benefits of Scent-Free Products



IN THE FIELD: MAKING SENSE OF SCENTS October 2023
Why Different Smells Make an Impact on Cleaning Perception




MANAGEMENT: FINDING YOUR IKIGAI  November 2023
A Positive Outlook on the Future 




BE AN ELITE BSC October 2023
Strategies for Stopping Negative Self-Talk 


FROM THE EDITOR: DEFINING DEPARTMENT EXPECTATIONS November 2023
Cleaning Teams Benefit from a Scope of Work




ISSA NORTH AMERICA LANDS IN LAS VEGAS  October 2023
A BSC’s Guide to ISSA North America 2023 



MULTITASKING MATS October 2023
Identifying Optimal Mat Locations















DELIVERING DEFENSE  October 2023
Practice Helps Progress Against HAIs


DELIVERING DEFENSE  October 2023
How EVS Can Battle Back Against Infections 






HEALTHY SCHOOLS: LEVELING UP THE CLEANING PROGRAM October 2023
Simple Strategies Facility Managers Can Use to Boost Sustainability









FROM THE EDITOR: CELEBRATING STAND-OUT SERVICE October 2023
Nominate a Top Distributor Sales Rep Today


























LEADERSHIP: EVERY INTERACTION COUNTS August 2023
How Managers Can Create a Supportive Workforce




HEALTHY SCHOOLS: RECRUITING AND RETAINING TOP TALENT August 2023
How Facility Managers Can Offer a Path to Professional Growth





















2023 FACILITY CLEANING DECISIONS MANAGEMENT STUDY August 2023
Cleaning Executives Dissect Top Staffing Struggles




2023 FACILITY CLEANING DECISIONS MANAGEMENT STUDY August 2023
Facility Cleaning Managers Address Purchasing Priorities


2023 FACILITY CLEANING DECISIONS MANAGEMENT STUDY August 2023
The State of Budgets for In-House Cleaning Departments




2023 FACILITY CLEANING DECISIONS MANAGEMENT STUDY August 2023
Study Outlines Top Management Trends for Facility Cleaning Executives







FROM THE EDITOR: END USERS NEED YOUR HELP August 2023
Distributors Find Value to Training Offerings







PROMOTING HAND HYGIENE WITH EFFICIENT SOAP USAGE July 2023
Hand Hygiene Habits Pivotal to Successful Soap Setups










THE BENEFITS AND DISCLAIMERS OF TECHNOLOGY July 2023
Cautious Considerations of AI for BSCs




THE BENEFITS AND DISCLAIMERS OF TECHNOLOGY July 2023
How AI Can Impact BSC Operations









FROM THE EDITOR: KEEPING AN OPEN MIND ON AI  July 2023
How BSCs Should Approach AI


















































HEALTHY SCHOOLS: FINDING THE BASELINE June 2023
Facility Cleaning Managers Benefit from Self-Assessments





IN THE FIELD: QUIZZING BSCS ON BACK-TO-SCHOOL CLEANING PREP May 2023
Seasonal Nature of Viruses Keeps Schools on their Toes




IN THE FIELD: QUIZZING BSCS ON BACK-TO-SCHOOL CLEANING PREP May 2023
Tackling Cleaning Concerns Before Schools Welcome Students
















FROM THE EDITOR: PLANNING FOR THE UNEXPECTED June 2023
Why Emergency Preparedness Plans Should Be Required in Facilities



ELITE BSC: HOW MANY FIELD MANAGERS DO I NEED? May 2023
Determining the Appropriate Number of Cleaning Field Managers








IN THE FIELD: USING EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE AS A UNIQUE SELLING POINT May 2023
Tips for Staffing, Marketing Exterior Marketing Services



IN THE FIELD: USING EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE AS A UNIQUE SELLING POINT May 2023
How Exterior Maintenance Offerings Can Set BSCs Apart





FROM THE EDITOR: BRANCHING OUT BEYOND CLEANING May 2023
The Importance of Value-Added Services for BSCs
































MANAGEMENT: STARING DOWN PERIOD STIGMA April 2023
Ways the Cleaning Industry Can Positively Impact Public Spaces


LEADERSHIP: PROVIDE ASSISTANCE WITHOUT PROMPTING April 2023
Life and Leadership Lessons for Cleaning Managers 











































STEPS TO ENSURE COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE March 2023
How to Create a Carpet Care Program






















2/14/2023
ABFS Joins NSA









FROM THE EDITOR: LEADERSHIP BY THE BOOK February 2023
CleanLink Book Club Series Showcases Best Management Strategies 










HEALTHY SCHOOLS: MAINTAINING A WORK FORCE February 2023
3 Keys to Training, Sustaining and Retaining Workers 





BSCAI MEMBER NEWS: PERSONAL HOME EXCLUSION January 2023
How to Secure a Personal Home Exclusion Tax Break





MANAGEMENT: THREE KEYS TO EFFECTIVE CLEANING PROGRAMS February 2023
Three Key Components of an Effective Cleaning Program  





































FACES OF THE FRONTLINE November 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Ben Knight



FREETIME: TACKLING FOOTBALL AND FAMILY November 2022
Finding Time to Give Back






HOW TO GO GREEN November 2022
Best Practices When Selecting Floor Pads






ADAPTING TO A CHANGING WORKPLACE November 2022
How Redesigned Offices Affect Cleaning Demands






















LEARNING FROM A SELF-ASSESSMENT November 2022
Tool Helps Assess School Facilities Management Strategies


























BEST PRACTICES FOR CLEANING AND DISINFECTING September 2022
Chemical Breakdown: Differences Between Cleaning and Disinfecting




FACILITY FOCUS: GAINING TRACTION September 2022
Handwashing Setup Streamlines Restroom Cleaning, Saves Supplies



FACILITY FOCUS: GAINING TRACTION September 2022
All-In-One Sink System Keeps Floors and Customers Safe

































ADDRESSING AND RESOLVING RESTROOM ODORS August 2022
Products That Contribute to Odor Prevention











IS EARNED WAGE ACCESS THE FUTURE? August 2022
Outlining On-Demand Payroll and How Cleaning Teams Can Benefit





























8/30/2022
SG360 Joins NSA











PICKING UP THE PIECES August 2022
Why Less Carpeting Simplifies Cleaning Schedules





8/22/2022
BOMI Names New CEO









BREAKING THE ICE August 2022
How Much Ice Melt Should You Apply?






CONTINUING THE CLIMB August 2022
Survey Outlines Facility Cleaning Budgets












INTERNAL STRUGGLES June 2022
Staffing Struggles Plague Cleaning Teams



INTERNAL STRUGGLES June 2022
Facility Managers Outline Cleaning Challenges












FAST FACTS: ATP TESTING June 2022
What to Know About ATP Testing






























SELLING THE TRUE COST OF SOAP June 2022
Foam vs. Bulk Soap: Cost Considerations




SELLING THE TRUE COST OF SOAP June 2022
Factors to Consider When Making Hand Hygiene Decisions










FROM THE EDITOR: HOW TO DO MORE WITH LESS June 2022
Autonomous Machines Make an Impression






INSPECTING WHAT YOU EXPECT June 2022
Creating Cleaning Routines that Stick







FROM THE EDITOR: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE ON CLEANING June 2022
Top Takeaways from Attending Interclean Amsterdam


















SHARING STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS April 2022
Tackle Recruiting and Retention Challenges Head-On







6/6/2022
State of the Cleaning Industry
Taking a closer look at where things stand as the cleaning industry starts to assess lessons learned during the pandemic, and looking to the future.











WHAT CAN BE DONE TO MAKE FLOORS SAFER? April 2022
Understanding Floor Coefficient Of Friction Standards








WHAT CAN BE DONE TO MAKE FLOORS SAFER? April 2022
Keep Floors Safe by Measuring Slip Resistance
















ALL CHARGED UP April 2022
How Proper Training Extends Battery Life























POST-PANDEMIC RESTROOM CLEANING April 2022
Touchless Restroom Fixtures Meet Occupant Preferences











GETTING THE GREEN LIGHT April 2022
Initial Steps For Launching A Sustainability Program






GETTING THE GREEN LIGHT April 2022
How To Launch A Sustainability Program





EDITORIAL – STOP THE SPINNING April 2022
Facility Cleaning Managers Face Hurdles Head On





REFINE HOW TO COMMUNICATE CLEAN April 2022
Three Ways to Communicate Cleaning’s Impact


















































COMMUNICATING IAQ STRATEGIES February 2022
Sharing IAQ Policies With Occupants








FROM THE EDITOR: FLEXIBILITY KEY TO NAVIGATING 2022 February 2022
Rethinking Cleaning Schedules, Staffing As Pandemic Continues


































MANAGEMENT: THE CLEAN SYNDROME November 2021
How Cleaning And Disneyland Are Connected




MAKING AN IMPRESSION November 2021
Optimizing Restroom Setups For Occupants















FACES OF THE FRONTLINE: JOSE SANTOS, HARVARD MAINTENANCE October 2021
Recognizing A Valuable Frontline Hero





















FACILITY FOCUS: NEUTRALIZING TOUCHPOINTS WITH NANOTECHNOLOGY August 2021
Facility Benefits From Testing Nanotechnology Products


GREENLIGHTING SUSTAINABILITY August 2021
How To Create A Green Cleaning Program


GREENLIGHTING SUSTAINABILITY August 2021
Small Steps Ensure Successful Green Cleaning




TIME TO TALK WINTER August 2021
Tips For Ordering Ice Melt











A RETURN TO CARPET CARE June 2021
Promoting A Carpet Care Budget


A RETURN TO CARPET CARE June 2021
Health Benefits Of A Carpet Care Program







DISCUSSING DISPENSER UPGRADES June 2021
Evaluating Facility Dispenser Setups


POINTS OF INSPECTION June 2021
5 Common Hiding Places For Pests


NO SURFACE LEFT BEHIND June 2021
Hotspots To Look For When Cleaning Restrooms





MANAGEMENT COLUMN: JANITORS TO THE CORE June 2021
Maintaining Respect For Custodians Amid Reopening












CLEANING SMARTER April 2021
Benefits Of Restroom IoT Products



PREVENT THE HAZARD April 2021
Tips For Preventing Slip-And-Fall Accidents


PREVENT THE HAZARD April 2021
Risk Assessment Plans, Signage Improve Safety


PREVENT THE HAZARD April 2021
How To Select Floor Mats





FROM THE EDITOR: SUSTAINABILITY CAN STILL SHINE April 2021
Promote Green Cleaning On Earth Day










RECALCULATING FACILITY FLOOR CARE PLANS February 2021
Robotic Cleaning Equipment ROI


FACES OF THE FRONTLINE February 2021
Jacqueline Roberts Excels Through Consistency





ALL EYES ON DISINFECTING February 2021
Cleaning Before Disinfecting Essential For Spraying


ALL EYES ON DISINFECTING February 2021
Tips For Safe Spraying, Chemical Purchasing












CELEBRATING SERVICE November 2020
CLEAN Award Winners Embody BSC Excellence





STRATEGIC USE OF CHEMICALS November 2020
Green-Friendly Infection Control Practices




CONTROLLING COMPLAINTS November 2020
2020 Complaints Survey Highlights Cleaning Challenges



SEASON TWO OF CONTRACTING CONVERSATIONS IS NOW LIVE October 2020
BSCAI's Podcast Returns



A LESSON IN STRATEGY November 2020
Tips For An Organized Cleaning Department



WITH RESTROOMS, OCCUPANT ATTITUDES ALWAYS STINK November 2020
Reducing Occupant Complaints






A GOOD KIND OF TRAFFIC October 2020
Changing Facility Foot Traffic Can Make Cleaning Easier


PREPPING FOR WINTER WEATHER October 2020
Tips To Prevent Slip-And-Fall Injuries


PREPPING FOR WINTER WEATHER October 2020
Matting Pivotal To Occupant Safety


BUILDING A TEAM October 2020
Building Bryco Facility Services


BUILDING A TEAM October 2020
Creating A Team Of Strong Leaders


BUILDING A TEAM October 2020
Bryco Tackles Challenges As A Team










WITH ALL EYES ON CLEANING, DEPARTMENTS WOEFULLY UNDERSTAFFED October 2020
Managing Cleaning Departments As Demands Rise



LAUNCHING INTO UNCHARTERED TERRITORY September 2020
Facility Managers Prepare For School Year





WE’RE STILL IN THIS TOGETHER September 2020
Pandemic Adjusts Cleaning Needs






FACES OF THE FRONTLINE - SPONSORED BY PROTEAM June 2020
Marlene Lash Combines Quality Work With Customer Service



MAKE A NAME FOR YOURSELF June 2020
The Private Label Products Of Today


MANAGING MARIJUANA ODORS June 2020
Combat Odors With Distributor Guidance


MANAGING MARIJUANA ODORS June 2020
Establishing Customer Relationships


MANAGING MARIJUANA ODORS June 2020
Overlooked Odor Sources



APPROACHING CONTRACTS DURING THE COVID-19 TRANSITION June 2020
Discussing Client Needs Before Reopening


ADAPTING TO COVID-19 CHALLENGES June 2020
Managing Inventory Amid The COVID-19 Pandemic


ADAPTING TO COVID-19 CHALLENGES June 2020
Virtual Training And Procedural Shifts




THE NEW NETWORKING June 2020
Reconnecting At The Virtual Cleaning Summit





TIME, ATTENDANCE SOLUTION IMPROVES LABOR COMPLIANCE April 2020
Labor Management System Helps BSC Save



BSCS FACE UNIQUE LABOR CHALLENGES IN LIGHT OF COVID-19 April 2020
Building Service Contractors Offer Solutions To Labor Problems




FIGHTING A PANDEMIC April 2020
How COVID-19 Has BSCs Scrambling



FACES OF THE FRONTLINE April 2020
Laine Noah Leads Through Unprompted Contributions


FLOORING STANDARDS THAT PROTECT FACILITIES April 2020
Testing Floors To Prevent Slip-And-Fall Accidents









SUPERBUGS IN SICKNESS AND IN HEALTH February 2020
Innovative Tech, Safer Disinfectants Are Tools Worth Exploring


INTRODUCTIONS ARE IN ORDER February 2020
Zudonyi Introduces Herself As Editor-In-Chief



WHEN TO GO ROBOTIC February 2020
When Customers Need Robotic Floor Care Machines











FIVE TIPS FOR BETTER BIDS November 2019
Accurate Bidding And Estimating Key To Bottomline Growth


AWARDING SERVICE November 2019
The People Who Received BSCAI’s Highest Honors


FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK November 2019
Weltin Moves On To Cover Facility Maintenance


THE FUTURE OF CLEANING LIES IN STANDARDIZATION November 2019
Why Standardized Cleaning Is Important




CURATING KNOWLEDGE HELPS UNLEASH IT November 2019
Search The Web Strategically For Green Cleaning Products


FACILITY FOCUS: KEEPING PACE WITH HIGH-TRAFFIC FACILITIES November 2019
Sensor Technology Simplifies Restroom Stocking














DON’T NEGLECT SOFT SURFACES IN PATIENT ROOMS September 2019
Hospital Bed Mattress, Curtains Require Attention


DON’T NEGLECT SOFT SURFACES IN PATIENT ROOMS September 2019
The Problem With Sanitizing Soft Surfaces


DON’T NEGLECT SOFT SURFACES IN PATIENT ROOMS September 2019
Alternatives To Disinfecting Soft Surfaces










WHAT CUSTOMERS WANT August 2019
The Ideal BSC According to Facility Executives











2019 MANAGEMENT SURVEY June 2019
Survey Outlines Facility Cleaning Budgets


2019 MANAGEMENT SURVEY June 2019
Cleaning Managers Outline Purchasing Trends


2019 MANAGEMENT SURVEY June 2019
Staffing Challenges Many Cleaning Departments Face


INDUSTRY STATISTICS April 2019
2019 Building Service Contractor Market Report




FACES OF THE FRONTLINE April 2019
Chicago Janitor Keeps Coworkers, Customers Happy




FACES OF THE FRONTLINE February 2019
Longtime Janitor Viewed As "Soldier On The Frontline"



FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK November 2018
Report Helps Determine Ideal Cleaning Cost


GIVING GERMS MORE ATTENTION November 2018
High-Touch Surfaces Need Improved Disinfecting



October 2018
ISSA Voices Concern






OPPORTUNITY & ACQUISITION July 2018
Imperial Dade Grows Company With Calculated Aggression


CLEANING'S FUTURE ON DISPLAY July 2018
Compact, Truly Autonomous Robots Entice Cleaning Industry


BOOK CLUB June 2018
Life Lessons From The Janitor







SURVIVING IN THE AGE OF AMAZON May 2018
E-Tailers Forcing Distributor Sales Reps To Evolve


ECO-FRIENDLY PRODUCT MITIGATES HIGH-TRAFFIC RESTROOM ODORS April 2018
Companies Team Up To Freshen Famed Railway Station





EXPANDING YOUR BRANDING April 2018
Chemicals Offer Entry Into Private Labeling


EXPANDING YOUR BRANDING April 2018
Brand Strategy Involves Knowing When To Expand


CASE STUDY: BATTERY MAINTENANCE REDUCES CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS March 2018
Good Floor Care Starts With The Right Battery


UNPLUGGING FOR GREATER EFFICIENCY AND COST SAVINGS February 2018
Battery Upright Vacuums Lead To Improved Productivity



THE VOICE OF THE MODERN BUYER February 2018
Jan/San Customers Need Trusted Business Advisors


MEET BSCAI'S NEW LEADER FOR 2018 February 2018
A Conversation With BSCAI's New Leader For 2018


FOSTERING STRONG LEADERS February 2018
Key To Nurturing Successful Custodial Leaders


FOSTERING STRONG LEADERS February 2018
Power Of Networking In Cleaning Industry


FOSTERING STRONG LEADERS February 2018
Responsibilities Of Strong Leaders


REACHING INTO THE RAFTERS February 2018
Vacuums That Tackle Previously Neglected Surfaces


REACHING INTO THE RAFTERS February 2018
Using Proper Vacuuming Equipment Promotes Health And Safety




GREEN CLEANING TRENDS November 2017
Survey Outlines Sustainable Cleaning Initiatives



THROUGH THICK AND THIN August 2017
SMI Facility Services Still Strong After 25 Years





FUTURE FORECAST August 2017
Cleaning Preserves Buildings For The Future
“The difference between a ruin and a building in use is the janitor.”






DESIGNING FOR INFECTION CONTROL September 2016
Healthcare Designs That Aid In Infection Prevention


DESIGNING FOR INFECTION CONTROL September 2016
Surfaces That Help An Infection Control Program


DESIGNING FOR INFECTION CONTROL September 2016
Considering Cleaning Processes When Designing Facilities


CURTAIN CALL August 2016
Cleaning And Disinfecting Soft Surfaces


STRAPPING ON SAVINGS February 2016
Tackling Vertical Surfaces With Backpack Vacuums


STRAPPING ON SAVINGS February 2016
Benefits Of Vacuum Filters


STRAPPING ON SAVINGS February 2016
Maintaining Mobility With Backpack Vacuums


STRAPPING ON SAVINGS February 2016
Properly Fitting A Backpack Vacuum


INSIDE THE MINDS OF MANAGERS - OVERVIEW June 2015
9th Annual Facility Cleaning Decisions Reader Survey


DEVELOPING AN A+ HAND HYGIENE PROGRAM April 2015
Techniques To Improve Hand Washing In Schools


DEVELOPING AN A+ HAND HYGIENE PROGRAM April 2015
Steps To Boost Hand Hygiene





FOCUSING ON CUSTOMER SATISFACTION October 2014
How Customer Service Plays Into Custodial Operations


GETTING INSIDE YOUR CUSTOMER'S HEAD August 2014
From Facility Manager To Building Service Contractor








DEVELOP THE WEAK AND USE THE STRONG August 2014
Assess And Streamline Your Department


DEVELOP THE WEAK AND USE THE STRONG August 2014
Identify And Overcome Staffing And Purchasing Challenges


SIMPLIFY FLOOR CARE WITH PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS FOR AUTOSCRUBBERS June 2014
Using Preportion Chemical Packets With Autoscrubbers


SIMPLIFY FLOOR CARE WITH PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS FOR AUTOSCRUBBERS June 2014
Chemical Packets Provide Convenience and Dilution Control


SIMPLIFY FLOOR CARE WITH PREPORTIONED CHEMICALS FOR AUTOSCRUBBERS June 2014
Chemical Preportioners: Take The Guesswork Out of Inventory Control


DAY CLEANING CALLS FOR QUIETER VACUUMS June 2014
Cleaning Without Disturbing Building Occupants


DAY CLEANING CALLS FOR QUIETER VACUUMS June 2014
Janitronics Makes The Switch To Low-decibel Vacuums


DAY CLEANING CALLS FOR QUIETER VACUUMS June 2014
Tips for Maintaining Vacuum Peformance


DAY CLEANING CALLS FOR QUIETER VACUUMS June 2014
Reducing The Risk of Hearing Damage From Vacuuming



TEACHING GERM WARFARE June 2014
Explanation Of The Five Levels Of Clean
Surfaces custodians should focus on in an effort to reduce the spread of infection

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Understanding The Science Behind Activated Water


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Selecting The Right Electrolyzed Water Product


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Independent Tests Back Activated Water Claims


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Weighing The Cleaning Efficiency of E-water Solutions


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Common Uses For Activated Water Products


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TURNING WATER INTO A POWERFUL CLEANER April 2014
Use E-water With Standard Cleaning Tools and Processes


WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH June 2014
Custodial Workloading Does More With Less


WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
New Hand Dryer Accessories Divert Water From Restroom Walls and Floors


WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
Hand Dryer Water Collection Includes Reservoirs and Absorbent Ceramic


WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
Prevent Germs With Hand Dryer Mats


WET, DRIPPING HANDS CREATE UNSANITARY RESTROOMS May 2014
Hand Dryer Manufacturers Address the 'Water Issue'


MAKING THE SWITCH TO GHS May 2014
OSHA Compliance Stalled By Chemical Manufacturers






CALCULATE THE RIGHT PRICE April 2014
BSCs Invest In Workloading Software, Education


PROTECTING PASSENGERS April 2014
Preventing Infection In Transportation Centers



PROTECTING PASSENGERS April 2014
Using Teams To Clean Busy Transit Hubs




SALES TOOLS IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND April 2014
Sales Reps Take Jan/San Manufacturer Apps To The Field


SALES TOOLS IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND April 2014
Discover B2B Mobile Apps' Many Uses For The Cleaning Industry


SALES TOOLS IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND April 2014
Product Demos Are Painless With Mobile Sales Apps


SALES TOOLS IN THE PALM OF YOUR HAND April 2014
Mobile App Training for Salespeople


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: GETTING CUSTOMERS ON BOARD WITH PROPER CARPET CLEANING April 2014
How To Prevent Carpet Wicking


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: GETTING CUSTOMERS ON BOARD WITH PROPER CARPET CLEANING April 2014
Cleaning Carpets for Occupant Health


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: GETTING CUSTOMERS ON BOARD WITH PROPER CARPET CLEANING April 2014
Maintain Carpet Appearance


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: GETTING CUSTOMERS ON BOARD WITH PROPER CARPET CLEANING April 2014
Hard Floors Vs. Carpet Debate


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: GETTING CUSTOMERS ON BOARD WITH PROPER CARPET CLEANING April 2014
Spot Cleaning Tips


IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Reduce Worker Injuries With Water-fed Cleaning Poles


IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Purified Water Leaves Windows Streak-free


IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Automatic Window Cleaning Systems Save Time and Money


IN THE FIELD: WINDOW CARE February 2014
Clean Glass Faster With Self-climbing Window Washer Tools


COVER STORY: ARE FACILITY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES TAKING OVER THE WORLD? February 2014
More Buildings Are Outsourcing Facility Operations


COVER STORY: ARE FACILITY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES TAKING OVER THE WORLD? February 2014
Avoiding Third-party Cleaning Contracts


COVER STORY: ARE FACILITY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES TAKING OVER THE WORLD? February 2014
BSCs Join Forces With Facility Management Firms


COVER STORY: ARE FACILITY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES TAKING OVER THE WORLD? February 2014
Branding BSCs As Valuable Cleaning Experts


COVER STORY: ARE FACILITY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES TAKING OVER THE WORLD? February 2014
Make Cleaning Professional


WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Choosing Vacuums Based On Size And Accessories


BSC PROFILE: LEADING BY EXAMPLE November 2013
Paul Greenland Leads Aetna Building Maintenance Into A New Era


BSC PROFILE: LEADING BY EXAMPLE November 2013
From Washing Floors To Aetna Company President


BSC PROFILE: LEADING BY EXAMPLE November 2013
'Think Green, Think Aetna'


BSC PROFILE: LEADING BY EXAMPLE November 2013
Aetna Reinvents Itself As A Facility Maintenance Organization


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Must-have Vacuum Attachments


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Increase Cleaning Efficiency With Backpack Vacuums


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Foot Traffic, Floor Surface Dictate Vacuum Cleaning Frequencies


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Are Extra Vacuum Features Worth The Cost?


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: VACUUMS November 2013
Reap The Benefits of Ergonomic Vacuums


MARKETING: BE SOCIAL September 2013
Create A Successful Social Media Campaign


MARKETING: BE SOCIAL September 2013
Social Media Tips




GHS COUNTDOWN September 2013
Learning The GHS Glossary




UPCLOSE: FLOOR CARE WISE BUYS September 2013
Increase Value With Multi-Task Floor Machines


UPCLOSE: FLOOR CARE WISE BUYS September 2013
Floor Equipment Training Matters


UPCLOSE: FLOOR CARE WISE BUYS September 2013
Floor Care Equipment Buyers Place Ease-of-use Over Price


UPCLOSE: FLOOR CARE WISE BUYS September 2013
Finding Floor Machines Built To Last


UPCLOSE: CLEANING IS NOT THE SAME AS DISINFECTING August 2013
Learn The Difference Between Sanitizing and Disinfecting


UPCLOSE: A HEALTHIER APPROACH TO DISINFECTING SCHOOLS August 2013
Aligning Cleaning And Disinfecting Procedures In Schools


UPCLOSE: A HEALTHIER APPROACH TO DISINFECTING SCHOOLS August 2013
Disinfecting Schools' High Touch Surfaces


UPCLOSE: A HEALTHIER APPROACH TO DISINFECTING SCHOOLS August 2013
Green Disinfectant Options


SUSTAINABILITY STANDS OUT August 2013
Creating Sustainable Cleaning Bids




IN THE FIELD: ERGONOMIC MOPPING EQUIPMENT AND TECHNIQUE June 2013
Reduce Injuries With Ergonomic Mops









EASY RESTAURANT CLEANING May 2013
Wet Wipes Are Versatile, Easy to Use




COMMERCIAL HAND DRYERS IN HIGH DEMAND April 2013
Selling the Benefits of Hand Dryers


THE SOCIAL NETWORK April 2013
BSCs Tap Into Social Media to Attract Talent









PREVENT SLIPS AND FALLS AS A VALUE-ADDED SERVICE April 2013
Revised OSHA Walkway Requirements on the Horizon









November 2012
Distributor Partnerships That Benefit Facility Executives
Distributor partnerships that are based on training, products and processes will go a long way to help departments


November 2012
Building Trust Between Distributors and Facility Executives
Building trust and better distributor relationships pays big dividends for custodial organizations


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE November 2012
Multi-Surface Floor Cleaning: The Best Facilities For Combination Machines
Advice on the best facilities in which to use combination floor equipment, and proper cleaning methods for carpet tiles



March 2012
Aslett Opens Museum Of Clean
Varsity Facility Services founder showcases the past, present and future of cleaning in his Idaho museum

COVER STORY March 2012
Customer Feedback: Facility Managers Weigh In
What facility managers are saying about pricing, green, sustainability, cleaning priorities and janitor wages



February 2012
Varsity Facility Services: From One Generation To The Next
Eric Luke is the new CEO, but his father, Arlo, held down the fort for nearly three decades

BSC PROFILE February 2012
Varsity Facility Services: Like Father, Like Son
New CEO Eric Luke hopes to build on the foundation of success his father helped establish



September 2011
Choosing The Right Disinfectant Against C. diff In Healthcare Facilities
A closer look at products and processes that prevent cross-contamination











TECHNOLOGY April 2011
Customer Service Gets Social
Social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook are inexpensive, efficient ways for distributors to reach clients


EDITORIAL February 2011
New Additions For A New Year


AROUND THE INDUSTRY November 2010
Study Identifies The Germiest School Surfaces


EDITORIAL August 2010
Schools Targeted For Growth


FROM THE EDITOR August 2010
Put Cleaning At The Head Of The Class



TECHNOLOGY February 2010
Social Networking Isn't Just For Kids
Business owners can use these sites to interact with colleagues and keep customers up-to-date on promotions and products

SUPPLY CHAIN PARTNERS January 2010
Supply Chain Partners: A Tight Bond
Distributors are gaining a competitive advantage by partnering with industry wholesalers, buying groups and manufacturer reps


HR March 2008
'The Dream Manager': The New Book On Reducing Turnover
With 'The Dream Manager,' employers retain workers by helping them achieve their life goals

COVER STORY February 2008
2008 Buyer's Guide
SM's Buyer's Guide online, features manufacturer, wholesaler, product and brand-name listings to make sourcing products and suppliers a breeze.

MARKET PULSE January 2008
Carpet Gets High Marks In Educational Facilities
More schools are switching to carpet for improved health and safety of building occupants

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Green Cleaning In Educational Facilities


OPERATIONSLOG: FLOOR & CARPET CARE 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

COVER STORY May 2007
CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS
A CP survey finds out what facility managers want from their BSCs

CLEANER'S CORNER April 2007
Cleaning For Man's Best Friend


COVER STORY February 2007
2007 BUYER'S GUIDE
SM's Buyer's Guide online, features manufacturer, wholesaler, product and brand-name listings to make sourcing products and suppliers a breeze.

THECPINTERVIEW October 2006
Alan Bigger, APPA
BSCs have a role to play with educational facilities, even when cleaned in-house


COVER STORY February 2006
2006 BUYER'S GUIDE
SM's Buyer's Guide online, features manufacturer, wholesaler, product and brand-name listings to make sourcing products and suppliers a breeze.

COVER STORY September 2004
Cross-Contamination
Commercial facilities can be overlooked breeding grounds for disease. How BSCs can create a healthier environment

COVER STORY August 2004
Learning Curves
Business opportunities abound in the school market — How to move to the head of your class

COVER STORY March 2004
Back to the Drawing Board
How to make the case for housekeeping-friendly design

CUSTOMER CORNER January 2004
Cream Of The Crop
How can BSCs clean to meet the public’s perception of prestige?