Cleaning Topic: Learn About floor care

BSCS GET A HANDLE ON HAND TOOLS October 2025
A Guide to Purchasing Hand Tools

FOODSERVICE FLOOR SAFETY October 2025
Cleaning Foodservice Spaces Must be Consistent

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

7/17/2025
Chicago Carpet Cleaners Score Hit with Eco-Friendly Approach

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

CLEARING THE AIR June 2025
Why Floor Care Plays a Critical Role in Determining Air Quality

IN THE FIELD: MODERNIZING MOPPING May 2025
Identifying and Caring for Mopping Systems

SPOTLIGHTING TOP PRODUCTS June 2025
Recognizing the 2025 Distributor Choice Award Winners

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

EVOLVING EQUIPMENT February 2025
Maintenance Strategies for Autonomous Floor Equipment

EVOLVING EQUIPMENT February 2025
How Distributors Can Encourage Autonomous Cleaning Equipment

MORE THAN A TREND November 2024
Selling Customers on Robotic Floor Equipment

12/5/2024
Green Seal Opens Public Comment on Prohibiting PFAS in Certified Paints, Floor Care Products, Degreasers

FLOOR CARE FORECAST October 2024
Technology Steps In

11/11/2024
iRobot Announces Personnel Moves

FLOOR CARE FORECAST October 2024
Cleaning Solutions for Evolving Flooring Types

9/18/2024
iRobot Announces Inducement Grants

AN EYE ON INNOVATION August 2024
Top Industry Products Used in Facilities

PRODUCTS MAKING AN IMPACT July 2024
Products Impacting the Cleaning Industry 

8/13/2024
Kemco Deploys Robotic Floor Scrubber at Top U.S. Hospital

BUFFING THE BUDGETS June 2024
How Burnishing Puts Some Shine on the Bottom Line

6/17/2024
The Rising Role of Disinfection Robots in Commercial Cleaning

DISTRIBUTORS NAME TOP PRODUCTS June 2024
Celebrating the 2024 Distributor Choice Award Winners

6/12/2024
Key Factors Behind Growing Floor Scrubber Battery Market

5/30/2024
Bona Adds Managers to Team

5/21/2024
Keeping Historical Buildings Clean Requires Special Attention

4/1/2024
Key Factors Behind a Booming Floor Machine Market

3/25/2024
TASKI Expands Production to U.S.

PROTECTION FROM ACCIDENTS, LIABILITY   January 2024
Floor Liability Protection Tips for BSCs

1/8/2024
How Disinfection Robots Will Continue to Evolve

1/4/2024
Diamond Chemical Names New Regional Vice President

IN THE FIELD: FLOORED!  November 2023
Training and Tools Make Tackling Tough Jobs Easier

IN THE FIELD: FLOORED!  November 2023
How the Right Equipment Makes Tasks Safer

NEXT-LEVEL RESTROOM CARE November 2023
Combat Less Obvious Restroom Odors

NEXT-LEVEL RESTROOM CARE November 2023
Restroom Floors That Draw Odors

CONSIDERING CONCRETE FLOORS November 2023
Recommendations for Combatting Restroom Odors

12/4/2023
Durable Corporation Acquires Hurley Mat Company from Kleen-Tex

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 

MULTITASKING MATS October 2023
Identifying Optimal Mat Locations

MULTITASKING MATS October 2023
Improving Facility Matting Programs with Manufacturer Guidance

10/12/2023
ABCO Mops Nominated for 2023 ISSA Show Innovation Award 

10/2/2023
Green Seal Banning PFAS in Paints, Coatings, Floor Care Products

9/28/2023
Diamond Chemical Company Adds VP of Sales and Marketing

9/26/2023
A Five-Year Forecast on Floor Pads

9/1/2023
Diamond Chemical Adds Technical Service Manager

5/12/2023
O'Dell Corporation Achieves UL Environmental Claims Validation

5/3/2023
Key Innovations to Expect for Robotic Floor Scrubbers

HOW TO GO GREEN November 2022
Tips to Amplify Sustainable Floor Care Efforts

4/19/2023
IICRC To Host Fall Flooring Seminar

4/17/2023
How Dirty Floor Drains Can Shut Down Foodservice Facilities

3/27/2023
How to Clean Floors in a Veterinary Clinic

3/23/2023
AHF Products Names New Chief Operating Officer

3/21/2023
Tips for Keeping Terrazzo Floors Looking Great

3/3/2023
Award Frontrunners Named as Voting for the 2023 Distributor Choice Awards Continues

READY FOR ROBOTICS February 2023
Ensuring Data Security with Robotic Floor Equipment

12/27/2022
Top 10 Facility Cleaning Decisions Articles from 2022

12/22/2022
Hawaii’s Premier Airport Makes Big Splash Into Robotic Floor Equipment

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

12/12/2022
Kaivac Acquires Ohio-Based Manufacturer

12/2/2022
Ecore International Names President for Material Business Unit

11/15/2022
Ecore International Names Chief Marketing Officer

11/7/2022
Date Announced for National Floor Safety Institute Symposium

MOPPING UP SALES September 2022
Tools Necessary for Every Floor Care Program

MOPPING UP SALES September 2022
Top-Selling Mops and Benefits to Their Use

10/25/2022
Gausium Takes Top Honor at the ISSA Innovation Awards 2022

10/25/2022
Enersys Expands Partnership with Industrial Battery & Charger, Inc.

9/6/2022
Kaivac Names Executive VP of Sales

8/26/2022
Case Study: Product Revamp Boosts Quality of Concrete Floor Care

7/26/2022
AHF Products to Purchase Certain Assets of Armstrong Flooring

7/25/2022
Case Study: Re-Deploying Staff Labor Through Robotic Floor Machines

7/21/2022
Cleaning Community Mourns Longtime Industry Figure

FLOOR EQUIPMENT June 2022
Choosing the Mop to Meet Your Needs

ALL CHARGED UP April 2022
How Proper Training Extends Battery Life

5/4/2022
Anti-Fatigue Mats Market Slated For Steady Rise

5/2/2022
10 Floor Scrubber Maintenance Tips for Longer Lasting Machines

MATTING MATTERS February 2022
Steps To Simplify Mat Selection

MATTING MATTERS February 2022
Matting Based On Facility Type, Foot Traffic

MATTING MATTERS February 2022
Should You Rent Or Buy Mats?

3/15/2022
Diamond Chemical Names National Technical Service Manager

2/25/2022
How Cleaning Can Prevent Slip And Fall Accidents

2/9/2022
A Guide To Proper Carpet Cleaning

2/3/2022
Jon-Don Acquires Illinois-Based Distributor

1/28/2022
Top Factors For BSC Success In 2022

1/21/2022
The Riverside Company Acquires milliCare

1/12/2022
Bullen Announces New Plant Manager

WEIGHING THE OPTIONS November 2021
Distributor Consulting Tips For Floor Pad Selection

WEIGHING THE OPTIONS November 2021
On-Site Assessments Ensure Quality Floors

WEIGHING THE OPTIONS November 2021
Color-Coding Simplifies Floor Pad Selection

FACILITY FOCUS: ROBOTIC REVAMP October 2021
Denver Public Schools Embrace Autonomous Autoscrubbers

FACILITY FOCUS: ROBOTIC REVAMP October 2021
Floor Equipment That Helps Minimize Downtime

FACILITY FOCUS: ROBOTIC REVAMP October 2021
Autonomious Autoscrubbers Help Streamline Floor Care

10/26/2021
5 Tips To Protect Floors During Winter

7/16/2021
SoftBank Robotics And Canon Solutions Partner To Expand Workplace Health Portfolio

NO SURFACE LEFT BEHIND June 2021
Floor Care Key To Hygienic Restrooms

FOLLOWING THE STEPS June 2021
Floor Care Tips As Facilities Reopen

FOLLOWING THE STEPS June 2021
Machine Maintenance Prevents Infection Spread

FOLLOWING THE STEPS June 2021
What To Look For During Floor Machine Inspection

FOLLOWING THE STEPS June 2021
Disinfecting Floors Can Cause Harm

PREVENT THE HAZARD April 2021
How To Select Floor Mats

4/16/2021
Diamond Chemical Company Hires Technical Service Rep

3/15/2021
milliCare Launches New Web Interview Series

IN THE FIELD February 2021
Quality Floor Care Programs Prevent Germs, Promote Health

QUALITY FLOOR CARE PROGRAMS PREVENT GERMS, PROMOTE HEALTH February 2021
Certified Products Prevent Greenwashing

RECALCULATING FACILITY FLOOR CARE PLANS February 2021
Distributor Consulting Key To Facility Floor Care

RECALCULATING FACILITY FLOOR CARE PLANS February 2021
Robotic Cleaning Equipment ROI

RECALCULATING FACILITY FLOOR CARE PLANS February 2021
Data Management Boosts Floor Care Efficiency

ADDING VALUE WITH VACUUM SERVICES November 2020
Free Services Lead To Revenue

12/8/2020
Holiday Season A Good Time For Cleaning, Flooring Projects

KEEPING A FOCUS ON FLOOR CARE November 2020
Revisiting Service, Product Opportunities Amid Reopening

KEEPING A FOCUS ON FLOOR CARE November 2020
Pandemic Drives Disinfectant Demands

RESEARCHING ROBOTICS October 2020
Robotic Cleaning Boosts Daily Efficiency

RESEARCHING ROBOTICS October 2020
Manufacturer Collaboration Ensures Proper Maintenance

10/14/2020
Pioneer Eclipse Hires Regional Sales Manager

MASTER YOUR MOPPING SYSTEM September 2020
Experts Analyze Mopping Options

CASE STUDY September 2020
Floor Solution Saves Labor Dollars And Renovation Downtime

OPTIMIZING FLOOR CARE August 2020
Keys To A Successful Floor Care Program

OPTIMIZING FLOOR CARE August 2020
Robotic Equipment Expands Staff Capability

7/20/2020
BSC Join National Service Alliance

INTRODUCING THE WINNERS June 2020
Cleaning Equipment And Accessories Winners

A JOURNEY TO HEALTHY FLOORING PROGRAMS June 2020
Steps For Considering A Floor Plan Change

CORDED VS. CORDLESS CONSIDERATIONS April 2020
BSC Vacuum Selection Depends On Price, Facility Type

CLEANING CHALLENGES OF UNFAMILIAR FLOORS February 2020
Unique Cleaning Requirements For Different Floors

CASE STUDY February 2020
City Hall Restores, Protects And Maintains Original Flooring Features

TAKING PAUSE FOR PAWS February 2020
Prepare Indoor Matting For Outdoor Moisture

WHEN TO GO ROBOTIC February 2020
Jan/San Distributors Must Help Customers Understand Floor Robotics

1/8/2020
Preparing Building Floors For Winter Weather

12/9/2019
Partnership Develops Autonomous Stand-On Vacuum Cleaner

CASE STUDY: GETTING A GRIP AT LONG JOHN SILVER'S October 2019
Popular Retailer Capitalizes On Floor Matting

BENEFITS OF ERGONOMICS October 2019
Ergonomics Promotes Safety, Boosts Morale

CRACKING THE CODE October 2019
What Slips And Falls Can Cost Facilities

EMBRACING ROBOTIC FLOOR SCRUBBERS September 2019
Autonomous Cleaning Equipment Helps Facilities In A Big Way

9/18/2019
Brain Corp Names New Senior VP

7/26/2019
MilliCare Launches New Franchise

GIVING SLICK FLOORS THE SLIP April 2019
Flooring Standards Facility Managers Should Know

GIVING SLICK FLOORS THE SLIP April 2019
Steps To Improving Floor Safety

GIVING SLICK FLOORS THE SLIP April 2019
Signs Stop Slips And Falls

MATTING IS A MUST November 2018
Matting Programs Protect Floors And Facility Occupants

MATTING IS A MUST November 2018
Choose Mats That Prevent Slips And Falls

MATTING IS A MUST November 2018
Mats That Help Protect Flooring Investments

CHASING THE SHINE October 2018
Clean, Shiny Floors Create An Impression

CHASING THE SHINE October 2018
The High Price Of Shiny Floors

CHASING THE SHINE October 2018
Low-Maintenance Flooring Options For Facilities

CHASING THE SHINE October 2018
Tips For Long-Lasting Floor Shine

THE UPSIDE TO DOWNSIZING FLOOR MACHINES September 2018
Advantages Of Compact Floor Machines

THE UPSIDE TO DOWNSIZING FLOOR MACHINES September 2018
Productivity Advantages Of Small Autoscrubbers

THE UPSIDE TO DOWNSIZING FLOOR MACHINES September 2018
Using The Right Floor Equipment Improves Cleaning Outcomes

8/6/2018
Tips To Effectively Spray Buff Floors

7/24/2018
CASE STUDY: Ergonomic Flooring Proves Ideal For Neuro Intensive Care Unit At UW Health

July 2018
IoT Could Bring Evidence-Based Labor To The Cleaning Industry

SIT OR STAND, JUST DON'T WALK June 2018
Riding Commercial Floor Cleaners Superior To Walk-Behind Machines

6/26/2018
XL North Unveils New Division Launch

THE TRUE COST OF FLOOR PADS June 2018
Value Of Premium And Budget Floor Pads

THE TRUE COST OF FLOOR PADS June 2018
How Floor Pads Convert To Labor Dollars

THE TRUE COST OF FLOOR PADS June 2018
Proper Care And Safety Tips For Floor Pads

6/22/2018
Commercial Flooring Maintenance Market Report Released

6/20/2018
CASE STUDY: Senior Living Community Solves Acoustic Challenges With Resilient Flooring

JAN/SAN LEADER FOR 75 YEARS May 2018
Sanitary Maintenance Celebrates Publication Milestone

May 2018
Committed To Serving Sanitary And Janitorial Supply Distributors

5/25/2018
Seven Secrets For Business Success

DESIGNING STRATEGIES THAT PROTECT FLOORS February 2018
Proper Maintenance Schedules That Protect Floors

DESIGNING STRATEGIES THAT PROTECT FLOORS February 2018
Choosing Chemicals Based On Varying Floor Types

11/1/2017
CASE STUDY: U.S. Cleaning Processes Adopted Overseas

10/26/2017
Spartan Chemical’s Terra Glaze Featured on Award Winning Floor

ROBOTS ROAM THE HALLS September 2017
Benefits Of Robotic Floor Equipment

ROBOTS ROAM THE HALLS September 2017
Cleaning Merges With Technology

ROBOTS ROAM THE HALLS September 2017
Floor Equipment That Collects Data

ROBOTS ROAM THE HALLS September 2017
University Benefits From Robotic Equipment

April 2017
CASE STUDY: Living In Luxury Off-Campus
Selecting flooring types that are both fashionable and functional

THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF FLOOR CARE EDUCATION February 2017
Best Practices For Floor Care Training
Jan/san distributors can educate their customers on the do's and don'ts of floor care to achieve optimum results

MICROMANAGING FLOOR CARE February 2017
ROI Of Small Floor Machines

SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT October 2016
Maintenance Myths For Polished Concrete Floors

October 2016
Janitor Training Is Key For Polished Concrete Care

FLOOR CARE FOR ALL SEASONS September 2016
Mats Protect Floors Throughout The Year
Changing weather means continuous challenges. Programs that protect floors year-round

FLOOR CARE FOR ALL SEASONS September 2016
Protecting Floors From Snow, Ice And Sand

FLOOR CARE FOR ALL SEASONS September 2016
Cleaning Procedures That Protecting Floors

WATCH YOUR STEP May 2016
Identifying Slip, Trip And Fall Hazards

WATCH YOUR STEP May 2016
Tips And Benefits Of Improving Floor Safety

FLOOR PAD DO’S AND DON’TS May 2016
Comparing Floor Pads And Brushes

FLOOR PAD DO’S AND DON’TS May 2016
Maintenance Tips That Extend The Life Of Floor Pads

FLOOR PAD DO’S AND DON’TS May 2016
Recommendations For Maintaining Gym Floors

FLOOR PAD DO’S AND DON’TS May 2016
Tips To Keeping Polished Concrete Looking Like New

FLOOR PAD DO’S AND DON’TS May 2016
The Future Of Floor Pads

QUIET PLEASE February 2016
Benefits Of Quiet Equipment

QUIET PLEASE February 2016
Controlling The Noise That Comes From Cleaning

QUIET PLEASE February 2016
Equipment Maintenance That Controls Cleaning Noise

QUIET PLEASE February 2016
Scheduling Cleaning Can Reduce Impact On Building Occupants

HIRING ROBOTS TO CLEAN February 2016
Robotic Cleaners Give BSCs A Leg Up

February 2016
Managing Fears, Expectations, Costs Of Cleaning Robots

DIGGING INTO FLOOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASING TRENDS November 2015
How To Choose Floor Care Equipment And Understanding Polished Concrete

November 2015
Pros And Cons Of Multipurpose Floor Equipment

CARPETS ARE ONLY THE BEGINNING November 2015
Vacuuming Hard Floors, Vertical Surfaces Works

November 2015
Improve IAQ, Productivity By Using A Vacuum On Hard Floors

TIME IS MONEY October 2015
Refine Floor Programs With Less Stripping

PURCHASING THAT WON’T BREAK THE BANK September 2015
Where To Shop For Floor And Carpet Equipment

MORE TO MATS THAN MEETS THE EYE September 2015
Mats That Defend Against The Elements

A LITTLE EXTRA UPKEEP EXTENDS THE LIFE OF EQUIPMENT June 2015
Carpet, Floor Care Equipment Maintenance Saves Time, Money

DOWN AND DIRTY: CLEANING DIRTY GROUT AND AVOIDING FUTURE PROBLEMS June 2015
Use Hydrogen Peroxide As A Cleaner For Dirty Grout

THE TRUTH ABOUT POLISHED CONCRETE June 2015
Polished Concrete Maintenance Is Still Necessary

June 2015
Be Proactive With Concrete Floor Care

June 2015
Avoiding Slips And Falls On Concrete Floors

DOWN AND DIRTY: PROVING A STRIPPED FLOOR HAS BEEN RINSED ENOUGH TO APPLY SEALER April 2015
Perform A pH Test After Stripping Floors And Rinsing

ADJUSTING TO NEW SURROUNDINGS April 2015
Versatility Of Orbital Equipment Includes Carpets

February 2015
New Floor Care Equipment Makes For Happy Employees

November 2014
Carpet, Hard Floor Cleaning Prove Good Fit For Stand-on Machines

November 2014
Get Below The Surface To Remove Urine Smell

DON'T GET TRIPPED UP November 2014
Develop A Slip-And-Fall Safety Strategy

DON'T GET TRIPPED UP November 2014
Causes And Prevention Of Slips And Falls

DON'T GET TRIPPED UP November 2014
OSHA Regulations On Floor Safety

ORBITAL FLOOR EQUIPMENT GAINING POPULARITY August 2014
Orbital Floor Machines Clean At High Speeds

August 2014
Stripping Floors Without Chemicals

August 2014
Orbital Equipment Can Clean A Variety Of Surfaces

9/4/2014
Ninety-five Million Workdays Are Lost Due To Slips And Falls Each Year

ADDRESSING COMMON FLOOR CARE MYTHS August 2014
Clearing Up Floor Cleaning Myths

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE June 2014
Developing A Strong Preventative Maintenance Program For Floor Equipment
Doing so can improve departmental productivity, improve sustainability and mean a cleaner facility

FLOOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASING June 2014
BSCs Weigh In On One of Their Biggest Investments — Floor Equipment

FLOOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASING April 2014
Buying Floor Machines From Distributors Vs. Direct

FLOOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASING April 2014
Should BSCs Rent or Lease Floor Care Machines?

EIGHT SIDES TO THE STORY April 2014
Breaking Down The Benefits to Octagonal Floor Pads

RENT VS. OWNING April 2014
Why It's Important To Use Floor Mats

RENT VS. OWNING April 2014
Rewards Of Renting Floor Mats

RENT VS. OWNING April 2014
Facilities Benefit From Buying Floor Matting

UPCLOSE: RIDE ALONG February 2014
The Evolution of Commercial Floor Machines

UPCLOSE: RIDE ALONG February 2014
Ease Janitor Fatigue With Ride-on Auto Scrubbers

UPCLOSE: RIDE ALONG February 2014
Sit or Stand: Choosing Floor Equipment Fit For The Facility

UPCLOSE: RIDE ALONG February 2014
Taking A Shine To Ride-on Burnishers

WELCOMING POSITIVE IMPRESSIONS February 2014
Customizing Matting To Create Positive Impressions

WELCOMING POSITIVE IMPRESSIONS February 2014
Benefits Of Branding Floor Care Equipment

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Avoid Cleaning Downtime With Regular Battery Maintenance

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Flooded Batteries Top AGM, Gel Types

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Cleaning Battery Terminals

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Don't Forget To Water Your Batteries

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Charging Lead Acid Batteries

IN THE FIELD: PROLONGING BATTERY LIFE IN FLOOR EQUIPMENT February 2014
Additional Battery Maintenance Tips

IN THE FIELD: WINTERTIME PRESENTS FLOOR CLEANING CHALLENGES November 2013
Developing A Winter Floor Care Program

IN THE FIELD: WINTERTIME PRESENTS FLOOR CLEANING CHALLENGES November 2013
The Key To Protecting Floors Is Proper Matting

IN THE FIELD: WINTERTIME PRESENTS FLOOR CLEANING CHALLENGES November 2013
Maintain Floors By Increasing Cleaning Frequency

IN THE FIELD: WINTERTIME PRESENTS FLOOR CLEANING CHALLENGES November 2013
Scrubbing And Stripping: Sprucing Up Floors For Spring

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

August 2013
When Cleaning With Water Only Works — And When It Doesn’t

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: FLOOR EQUIPMENT CONCERNS August 2013
Ride-on Floor Scrubbers Vs. Walk-behind Floor Scrubbers

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: FLOOR EQUIPMENT CONCERNS August 2013
Green Floor Cleaning With Recycling Carpet Extractor Machines

GREENER PASTURES FOR FLOORS June 2013
Training Tips For Floor Equipment

GREENER PASTURES FOR FLOORS June 2013
Floor Care Equipment That Contributes To LEED Certification

5/23/2013
Top Ten Mistakes When Stripping Floors

STRIP AND RECOAT FLOORS LESS OFTEN April 2013
Floor Stripping Tips

TACKLING FLOORS WITH OSCILLATING MACHINES April 2013
Benefits Of Oscillating Floor Machines

TACKLING FLOORS WITH OSCILLATING MACHINES April 2013
Increase Productivity With Oscillating Floor Machines

TACKLING FLOORS WITH OSCILLATING MACHINES April 2013
Scrub Floors Using Less Chemical

4/26/2013
Five Common Slip and Fall Myths

STANDARDIZING FLOOR MATS April 2013
Matting That Reduces Slips, Trips And Falls

February 2013
When And Where Disinfection Is Needed
Answers to some of the most common disinfection questions

12/14/2012
Steps to Safely Remove Ice Melt Haze from Hard-Surface Floors

11/26/2012
Maintain The Look Of Floors Through The Holiday Rush

11/2/2012
NFSI Appoints TURI's Wilcox as Chair of the ANSI/NFSI B101.2 Standard Committee

September 2012
Tips For Simplifying Floor Stripping
Floor stripping is a labor-intensive process. Distributors offer tips for easing the workload

September 2012
Strip Floors Less Often
Daily maintenance, matting and chemical-free scrubbing all help reduce the need for floor stripping

7/11/2012
Tips For Proper Stripping and Refinishing

6/14/2012
Care And Maintenance For Cement Floors

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE June 2012
Green Floor Strippers: Addressing Efficacy
Green floor strippers usually work on all floor care chemicals, and a prolonged strip cycle is dependent on finish selection

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE June 2012
Using Enzyme Cleaners On Floors
Enzyme-based floor chemicals are becoming more popular with building service contractors

5/30/2012
Prioritizing Floor Safety And Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls

2/20/2012
Survey: Floor Care Issues and Trends

1/16/2012
Tornado President Discusses the New Norm In The Cleaning Industry

July 2011
Maintaining Entryway Floors
Mats and flooring need regular cleaning to keep facilities looking pristine

July 2011
Proper Matting Keeps Entryways Clean
The key to a clean facility is prevention both indoors and outside

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE February 2011
Floor Care After Winter
Winter wreaks havoc on floors. Simple maintenance and restoration at the onset of spring is critical in keeping floor care costs low

UP CLOSE: FLOOR PADS November 2010
Diamonds Are A Janitor's Best Friend
Diamond floor pads are growing in popularity as more facilities install concrete floors

UP CLOSE: MATTING October 2010
Stopping Slips, Trips and Falls
Proper placement and care of matting can help create safer flooring, especially for the elderly

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE September 2010
Trending Towards Smaller Machines
Compact autoscrubbers have caught on in Europe. Is the United States ready for the economical opportunities these machines offer?

FEATURES February 2010
Floor Care: Identifying Flooring Trends
Industry innovations lead to easy and healthy cleaning

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE February 2010
Floor Stripper Chemistry Continues To Evolve
Environmentally friendly advancements to floor care chemicals have made them more appealing to customers

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE November 2009
Applying European Trends To Floor Care
Help customers maintain floors faster and cheaper with a non-wet look

FEATURES November 2009
Evolution Of Floor Care Chemicals
Advancements make green floor finishes and strippers more appealing to end users

UP CLOSE: FLOOR PADS October 2009
Ensuring Floors Look Pristine
Educating end users on proper floor care procedures can help avoid costly mistakes

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE June 2009
Cleaning With Water
Electrolyzed water and steam vapor systems allow end users to clean without chemicals

FEATURE February 2009
A Game Plan For Cleaning Gym Floors
Identifying best practices to maintaining and extending the life of "the hardwood"

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE February 2009
Studying Up On School Floor-Care Programs
A variety of hard-surface floors makes for a complicated sale of floor-care chemicals in educational facilities

UP CLOSE: FLOOR CARE December 2008
Putting Together A Winter Floor-care Program
Proper matting and daily maintenance plays a sizeable role in prevention against winter elements

UP CLOSE: FLOOR PADS November 2008
Selecting The Right Floor Pad
Determining the perfect type and composition depends on the task at hand

FEATURE June 2008
Floor Care: Rolling Out The Welcome Mat
When properly placed, matting systems can save money, improve safety and benefit the entire cleaning mission

UP CLOSE June 2008
Floor Care: Vacuuming Hard Surface Floors
Recent studies find vacuuming to be an efficient alternative to dust mopping

FEATURE February 2008
Preventing Slips, Trips And Falls
Improving floor safety protocols can recoup big dollars for facility managers

MARKET PULSE February 2008
Floor Care: Cleaning Stone And Porcelain Tile
As more facilities switch to stone and porcelain flooring in their entryways and lobbies, proper chemical selection and daily maintenance will be critical

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
The Basics Of Daily Floor Care

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Maintaining Floor-care Machines

OPERATIONSLOG: GREEN EQUIPMENT January 2008
Green Equipment Gives Cleaning Programs A Boost
If you don’t have a vacuum that’s sealed up and has proper filtration, all it’s going to do is blow dust all over the place

MARKET PULSE December 2007
Floor-care Chemicals For The Busiest Of Areas
Floors in high-traffic facilities receive constant wear and tear. Choosing the right products — including green chemicals — will go a long way in maintaining a clean appearance

OPERATIONSLOG: FLOOR CARE October 2007
Leasing Floor-care Equipment May Lead To Increased Profits
If the machine is going to be worn out or obsolete in three years, then it doesn’t make sense to pay with cash

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

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE EQUIPMENT June 2007
May The Power Be With You
Understanding the differences between various floor machine power options can make or break a cleaning program

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE March 2007
Attention To Detail Yields Long Lasting Machines
As an industry, we’d be at a loss without them. Floor machines save time and labor — without much fanfare. Manufacturers provide tips for extending the lives of these workhorses

OPERATIONSLOG: FLOOR CARE March 2007
Match Chemicals With Procedure For Hard Floor Care
Anything you can do to extend the life of the floor so you don’t have to strip and wax so often is going to be beneficial

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE February 2007
Floor-Care Chemicals Go Green
More and more manufacturers are unveiling environmentally-preferable stripping options

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE February 2007
Hard Floor Finishes: Appearance Is Everything
Chemical manufacturers detail the regimens, tools and chemicals needed to properly maintain the life — and looks — of finished hard floors

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDES January 2007
FLOOR CARE
Using Green Floor-Care Chemicals

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
FLOOR CARE
Selecting Floor Pads and Brushes

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
FLOOR CARE
Evaluating The Size Of Floor Machines

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
FLOOR CARE
Powering Floor-Care Equipment

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
FLOOR CARE
The Basics Of Robotic Equipment

MARKET PULSE: FLOOR CARE December 2006
Combating Wear And Tear Essential To Floor Finishes
Manufacturers are developing floor finishes that meet new green ideals and safety standards. However, the focus remains on durability as well as proper training

CLEANING OPERATIONS: HAND TOOLS November 2006
Innovation Drives Interest in Hand Tools
Housekeeping managers outline how product advancements influence use

10/26/2006
NFSI Establishes Standards Committee

OPERATIONSLOG:FLOOR CARE October 2006
Grout Grit Meets Its Match With Modern Machinery And Tools
Understanding how, why and when to clean grout can go a long way toward shortening the job

OPERATIONSLOG: MATTING September 2006
Prevent Dirt By Building Better Matting Systems
Most people do not wipe their feet, so mats need to be extra long to enable enough walk surface to remove maximum soil

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE CHEMICALS August 2006
Innovations and Trends in Floor Care Chemicals
Manufacturers comment on the direction of the industry as end-users re-evaluate their cleaning strategy

OPERATIONSLOG March 2006
FLOOR CARE
Floor Finishes and Strippers Are Entering The Green Arena
The reality is that people won’t use what doesn’t work. Green products have evolved to where they now perform well

OPERATIONSLOG October 2005
Floor Care Equipment: Choosing Battery, Propane or Electric Equipment

OPERATIONS LOG June 2005
Hard-Floor Maintenance: The European Way
Floor Care

OPERATIONS LOG March 2005
Floor Care: Is Shiny Slick? Is Dull Safe? The Great Gloss Debate
Floor Care

OPERATIONS LOG August 2004
Get More From Gym Floors With Proper Equipment, Products
Floor Care

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE July 2004
Drive Equipment Safety with Precautionary Steps
Ongoing training and mentoring programs for automated floor-care equipment

OPERATIONS LOG June 2004
Be Ahead Of The Game — Start Conserving Water, Now
Floor Care

CLEANING OPERATIONS May 2004
Floor Care
Make careful choices from a kaleidoscope of pads and brushes

CLEANING OPERATIONS: FLOOR CARE March 2004
Have a Ground Plan
Proper maintenance of stone floors requires careful steps

OPERATIONS LOG January 2004
Special Procedures For Specialty Floors
How-To: Floor Care