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NEXT GEN CLEANING INNOVATION June 2026
A Global Preview of Cleaning's Next Chapter


CHANGE FOR THE BETTER June 2026
What to Look for in Multi-Purpose Floor Machines


STRATEGIC SELL: THE RELATIONSHIP GAP June 2026
Forget Rapport: How Relationships Close Jan/San Sales


PUBLIC-FACING June 2026
How to Communicate Clean in Hotels 










MAINTAINING FACILITY ENTRYWAYS June 2026
Stopping Dirt at the Door











BUCKET BREAKDOWN May 2026
Buyer's Guide to Mop Buckets



























EXTEND CARPET LIFE WITH INTERIM CLEANING March 2026
Ongoing Maintenance is the Key to Extending Carpet Life




FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK March 2026
Finding Inspiration from Female Leaders



BSCAI PARTNERSHIPS AT WORK March 2026
How Office Pride Scaled from Under $1M to $1.7M









FEMALE LEADERS INFLUENCE AN INDUSTRY March 2026
How Innovation Drives Industry Improvements


GROWING INNOVATION February 2026
Savvy Jan/San Buyers Target Towel, Tissue Tech





A CROSS ROAD February 2026
Understanding Robotic Floor Care Equipment








STORIES OF SALES SUCCESS February 2026
Mark Baldwin Guides the Next Generation




































CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2025
BSCAI Showcases Building Service Employee of the Year







SHARE YOUR KNOWLEDGE November 2025
Share Your Knowledge to Scale Your Business










DON'T SLIP UP November 2025
7 Steps to Improve Warehouse Safety





CULTIVATING COLLABORATIVE CLEANING TEAMS November 2025
Lessons in Leadership for Cleaning Professionals












12/12/2025
Classes for a Cause











AGILE, ERGONOMIC AND ESSENTIAL October 2025
Making a Case for Smarter Mopping Carts 




GETTING SMART ABOUT THE RESTROOM October 2025
Restroom Technology Delivers Efficiencies 





STOP THE SPREAD  October 2025
How to Slow the Cold and Flu 


EDITOR'S NOTE: RACE YOU TO THE TOP October 2025
Strong Leaders Build a Winning Team


PICTURE PERFECT August 2025
Triple S SVP Shows Off Photography Talent


BSCAI ANNIVERSARY: PRESIDENT’S WELCOME  July 2025
Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future: BSCAI Turns 60







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









EDITOR'S NOTE April 2025
What It Means to Be a Sales Leader











GETTING TO KNOW NEUTRAL CLEANERS February 2025
Understanding Neutral Cleaners and How They Work


GETTING TO KNOW NEUTRAL CLEANERS February 2025
Tips and Tricks for Making the Most of Neutral Cleaning Formulas













THE FUTURE OF IAQ MANAGEMENT November 2024
IAQ Pilot Program Provides Insight into School Air Quality


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


HOTEL TRENDS IMPACTING HOSPITALITY TEAMS November 2024
Hawaii Hotel Praises Culture for Staff Retention






FLOOR CARE FORECAST October 2024
Technology Steps In



FLOOR CARE FORECAST October 2024
Cleaning Solutions for Evolving Flooring Types






FROM THE EDITOR October 2024
Nurturing Your Network


FOLLOW THE RULES September 2024
Reinforcing Chemical Safety Importance




EDITOR'S NOTE September 2024
4 Keys to a Strong Culture 
















FACILITATE IMPROVED HANDWASHING June 2024
Factors to Consider When Bundling Cleaning Products



FACILITATE IMPROVED HANDWASHING June 2024
Improving Hand Hygiene with Product Bundling



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











SHEDDING LIGHT ON DISINFECTING TECHNOLOGY April 2024
Using UVC to Supplement Infection Prevention in Healthcare










FROM THE EDITOR: LIVE AND IN-PERSON April 2024
Benefits of Networking in the Cleaning Industry












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



COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE February 2024
How to Preserve Carpet Quality in Facilities



COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE February 2024
Pivotal Tools for Optimized Carpet Care





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












THE STRATEGIC SELL: UNVEILING THE KEYS TO SALES PERFORMANCE November 2023
How to Identify Causes Behind Underachieving Salespeople










THE CASE FOR CARPET TILES November 2023
Carpet Tile Maintenance Tips



ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE November 2023
Sanitary Maintenance Looks Back on the 2010s











REFOCUSING ON THE RESTROOM October 2023
Common Restroom Cleaning Oversights





DELIVERING DEFENSE  October 2023
Practice Helps Progress Against HAIs



DELIVERING DEFENSE  October 2023
How EVS Can Battle Back Against Infections 



MANAGEMENT: THE EVOLUTION AND STUDY OF TIME AND MOTION October 2023
Lillian Gilbreth’s Study of Time and Motion



















CLEARING THE AIR ON CARPET CARE August 2023
Need-to-Know Carpet Equipment Components that Affect IAQ





UNDERSTANDING THE COST OF HAIS August 2023
Best Practices, Equipment for Minimizing HAI Damages


























CHATTING ABOUT CHALLENGES June 2023
Cleaning Techniques to Tackling Budget Restraints






EDITOR'S NOTE: FAREWELL TO A GREAT PUBLISHER AND FRIEND June 2023
Sanitary Maintenance Bids Farewell To Longtime Publisher









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
































CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
The Power of Robotic Cleaning




PROMOTING PAPER SUSTAINABILITY February 2023
Promoting Sustainable Towel and Tissue Options





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













THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB November 2016
When To Use Reusable Or Disposable Microfiber


THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB November 2016
Choosing Between Cotton And Microfiber


THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB November 2016
Differences Between Microfiber And Cotton
Making sure staff knows when each cleaning tool should be used



USING TECHNOLOGY TO CLEAN SMARTER November 2022
Hot Desking and More Mobile Solutions


USING TECHNOLOGY TO CLEAN SMARTER November 2022
Easy Ways to Embrace and Use Technology in Cleaning Processes







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



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





FROM THE EDITOR November 2022
Recognizing Future Leaders





CLEANING MANAGEMENT November 2022
Three Markers of Successful Cleaning Departments















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




ARE YOU READY? September 2022
What to Look for When Recruiting New Managers





PERSISTENCE PERSONIFIED August 2022
BSC Proves Hard Work Pays Off

























FROM THE EDITOR: GROWTH FROM NETWORKING ABROAD June 2022
Advantages of Networking With BSCs






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



















FROM THE EDITOR: AVOIDING THE BLAME GAME April 2022
BSCs Manage Turnover With Strong Leadership



POST-PANDEMIC RESTROOM CLEANING April 2022
Tips And Tricks For Efficient Restroom Cleaning





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


MATTING MATTERS February 2022
Should You Rent Or Buy Mats?


EATING CLEAN February 2022
Tips for Infection Prevention Success




HELP WANTED February 2022
5 Steps To Hiring And Retaining Talent












BSCAI MEMBER NEWS November 2021
5 Tips For Employee Motivation


HEALTHY SCHOOLS: PRIORITIZING HEALTH November 2021
Funding Can Improve Facilities, Standard Protocols




BE AN ELITE BSC October 2021
Be Smart About Forgiven PPP Funds


GUIDING THE FLOORS October 2021
Education On Mopping Ergonomics


GUIDING THE FLOORS October 2021
Choosing Between Cotton And Microfiber Mops


GUIDING THE FLOORS October 2021
Color-Coding Cleaning Tools To Improve Safety


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


A CLEAN SWEEP FOR SIN CITY October 2021
ISSA Highlights Big Draws For Vegas Show







A MOUNTAIN WORTH CLIMBING August 2021
Purchasing Priorities For Facility Cleaning Managers






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


FACILITY FOCUS: NEUTRALIZING TOUCHPOINTS WITH NANOTECHNOLOGY August 2021
Nanotechnology Boosts Infection Control Efforts


FACILITY FOCUS: NEUTRALIZING TOUCHPOINTS WITH NANOTECHNOLOGY August 2021
Disinfecting Touchpoints Reduces Cross-Contamination















CASE STUDY June 2021
Delivering A Superior Clean



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




FOLLOWING THE STEPS June 2021
Floor Care Tips As Facilities Reopen









CLEANING SMARTER April 2021
Benefits Of Restroom IoT Products



CLEANING SMARTER April 2021
Scheduling & Managing Inventory With IoT














RECALCULATING FACILITY FLOOR CARE PLANS February 2021
Robotic Cleaning Equipment ROI


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







JUSTIFYING PRICE INCREASES February 2021
Selling Service Key To BSC Price Increases















I’M FINE! (AND OTHER COVID LIES) November 2020
Stress Management Tips For BSCs























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




RESEARCHING ROBOTICS October 2020
Robotic Cleaning Boosts Daily Efficiency






LIGHTENING THE LOAD September 2020
IoT Equipment Boosts Operational Efficiency



CUSTOMERS COME FIRST September 2020
Crisis Doesn't Change Core Business Strategy


HAND HYGIENE AND COVID-19 September 2020
Setting A Template For Pandemic Preparation






QUICK TO PIVOT August 2020
A Lesson In Business Succession


OPTIMIZING FLOOR CARE August 2020
Robotic Equipment Expands Staff Capability































ESSENTIAL TOOLS FOR ESSENTIAL WORKERS April 2020
Cleaning, Disinfecting Both Vital In COVID-19 Protocol


EDUCATED DISPENSER DECISIONS April 2020
Using Data To Determine Dispenser Setups


EDUCATED DISPENSER DECISIONS April 2020
Dispenser Placement, Foot Traffic Pivotal For Setup








FACES OF THE FRONTLINE - SPONSORED BY PROTEAM February 2020
Rickevon Johnson Stands Out With Unprompted Contributions


FIVE INSIGHTS INTO CLEANING MANAGEMENT February 2020
Engage Cleaning Staff For Operational Insight



TAKING STOCK: WHAT’S IN YOUR CLOSET? February 2020
Inventory Management Improves Cleaning Efficiency


















ELECTROSTATIC PROVIDES EXTRA PROTECTION DURING FLU SEASON November 2019
How One BSC Prevents Illness Using Electrostatic Tech













SHOWCASES, SEMINARS AND SLOTS October 2019
Getting To Know The ISSA Show Speakers








SHOWCASES, SEMINARS AND SLOTS October 2019
Highlighting ISSA 2019 Keynote Addresses










SMALL PLASTICS UNDER A MICROSCOPE September 2019
Prevent Small Plastics From Slipping Through Recycling Cracks





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


EMBRACING ROBOTIC FLOOR SCRUBBERS September 2019
Workers Respond To Robotic Floor Equipment


INITIAL SUCCESS REQUIRES ADAPATATION August 2019
Book Helps Make More Successful Leaders



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



















FACILITY FOCUS: CREATING A BETTER FAN EXPERIENCE June 2019
High-Speed Hand Dryers Keep Restrooms Clean And Long Lines Moving Quickly


FACILITY FOCUS: CREATING A BETTER FAN EXPERIENCE June 2019
Gillette Stadium Sustainability Efforts


TACKLING TENACIOUS HAIS June 2019
Hospital Acquired Infections Drive Cleaning Demand


TACKLING TENACIOUS HAIS June 2019
Train Staff On Proper Cleaning And Disinfecting


TACKLING TENACIOUS HAIS June 2019
Disinfecting Processes That Reduce HAIs


SMART DISPENSERS REQUIRE SMART DISTRIBUTORS June 2019
Time To Promote The IoT-Equipped Restroom


PREPARING TOMORROW’S LEADERS June 2019
Strategies To Identify And Build Future Cleaning Managers


PREPARING TOMORROW’S LEADERS June 2019
Prepare Prospective Cleaning Leaders






VACUUM SUCCESS April 2019
Productivity Gains Of Backpack Vacuums





THE HONORABLE BRYAN SMITH February 2019
Jan/San Professional Serves Role In Local Government


ROBOTS ARE CHANGING DISTRIBUTORS' ROLES February 2019
Autonomous Cleaning Equipment Force Distributors To Consult More







CORDLESS BACKPACK VACUUM SAVES ON LABOR February 2019
A Purchase That Helps Business Grow


TAKING CONTROL OF INFECTIONS February 2019
Protection From Pathogens


TAKING CONTROL OF INFECTIONS February 2019
Life Span Of Germs And Cleaning Efficacy


SOFTWARE HELPS CUSTOMIZE CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS February 2019
ERP Solution Improves Business Performance



CLEANING VS. DISINFECTING: USING THE RIGHT TERMS November 2018
Know The Difference Between Cleaning, Disinfecting And Sanitizing



BUILDING A COMPANY AROUND ROBOTICS November 2018
Business Uses Robotic Cleaning Technology To Empower Workers





FROM THE EDITOR November 2018
IoT Takes A Step Forward





NEW HOST CITY FOR ISSA SHOW September 2018
Speakers, Innovative Products Highlight ISSA Show North America



FROM THE EDITOR September 2018
ISSA 2018 Puts Innovation On Display



TRACKING JANITOR PRODUCTIVITY WITH APPS August 2018
Exploring Evidence-Based Cleaning











INNOVATION AWARD WINNERS July 2018
Robot Technology Garners High Praise At Interclean







MANAGING WORKPLACE ERGONOMICS June 2018
Reducing Cleaning Worker Injuries Through Improved Ergonomics


MANAGING WORKPLACE ERGONOMICS June 2018
Ergonomic Improvements That Reduce Worker Injuries


MANAGING WORKPLACE ERGONOMICS June 2018
Create A Culture Of Safety For Custodians





FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK June 2018
Trade Show Shows Future Of Cleaning Industry





IOT-EQUIPPED DISPENSERS HELP REDUCE COMPLAINTS April 2018
Data Generation Helps Track Towel, Soap Supply



SEASONAL STRATEGIES FOR PEST MANAGEMENT April 2018
Overcoming Seasonal Pest Challenges In Facilities


PROGRESS IN GREEN CLEANING April 2018
Future Of Cleaning Green



ROBOTIC FLOOR MACHINE ALLOWS JANITORS TO CLEAN HANDS-FREE February 2018
Case Study: Robotic Floor Machine Allows For More Efficient Janitorial Work



SELLING ROBOTS November 2017
Robot Floor Cleaners Enter The Jan/San Market





KEEPING TABS ON FLOOR EQUIPMENT October 2017
Using IoT To Manage Floor Equipment Fleet


KEEPING TABS ON FLOOR EQUIPMENT October 2017
Technology That Streamlines Floor Cleaning


KEEPING TABS ON FLOOR EQUIPMENT October 2017
Using Data To Improve Cleaning Processes


KEEPING TABS ON FLOOR EQUIPMENT October 2017
Productivity Gains Of Floor Cleaning Equipment



PROVIDING EXTRA PROTECTION AGAINST VIRUSES AND BACTERIA September 2017
Case Study: Electrostatic Sprayer Provides Complete Surface Disinfection


A FLOOR CARE MACHINE THAT HANDLES THE CHALLENGES OF RETAIL FACILITIES September 2017
Case Study: Retail Facilities Demand High Floor Care Standards




INTERPRETING IOT September 2017
Understanding IoT In The Cleaning Industry



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




FLOOR CARE JOINS THE DATA AGE June 2017
The Benefits Of IoT On Floor Equipment
How Internet of Things–enabled floor machines solve a major problem for one BSC




April 2017
Sharing IoT Data


BEING SMART ABOUT CLEANING EFFICIENCIES April 2017
Technology That Streamlines Restroom Cleaning Programs


BEING SMART ABOUT CLEANING EFFICIENCIES April 2017
Using IoT To Solve Restroom Problems


BEING SMART ABOUT CLEANING EFFICIENCIES April 2017
Managing Restroom Data Improves Efficiencies


BEING SMART ABOUT CLEANING EFFICIENCIES April 2017
Defining IoT And What It Means For Departments


FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK November 2016
Are You Ready For Robot Cleaning?


GIVING GYM FLOORS A SPORTING CHANCE September 2016
Gym Floor Protection Starts Outside The Gym


TEACHING A CAT TO FETCH September 2016
The Strategic Sell: Focus Training On Motivated Workers


CONTROLLING CANNABIS September 2016
Controlling Odors From Marijuana Use
Hotels explore ways to combat odor control issues as pot tourism gains momentum

PLANNING AHEAD September 2016
Preparing For The Next Generation Of Cleaning Professionals
What it’s going to take to attract younger workers to the cleaning industry



BENEFITING FROM GREEN CLEANING August 2016
UW-Madison Finds Success Cleaning With Ozone
How making one small change has impacted the cleaning program at University of Wisconsin–Madison

PLANNING FOR CHANGE August 2016
How IoT Is Changing The Cleaning Industry


BACK FROM ISSA/INTERCLEAN AMSTERDAM June 2016
Robotic Cleaning Takes Center Stage At Industry’s Largest Trade Show




WHAT ACTUALLY MOTIVATES YOUR WORKERS April 2016
Book Club: Stop Trying To Motivate Employees — They Already Are


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





THE CLEANING INTERNET OF THINGS February 2016
Technology That Improves Efficiencies And Streamlines Processes


THE CLEANING INTERNET OF THINGS February 2016
Cleaning Industry Embraces Technology


THE CLEANING INTERNET OF THINGS February 2016
Advantages To Collecting Departmental Data


THE CLEANING INTERNET OF THINGS February 2016
Using Data To Improve Cleaning Efficiencies







REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
Protect Workers From Medical Waste


REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
What Is Considered Medical Waste



THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Microfiber Cloths Excel Over Cotton


THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Proper Use Of Cleaning Cloths Prevent Cross-Contamination


THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Do’s And Don’ts Of Laundering


THE DIRT ON CLEANING CLOTHS November 2014
Role Of Wet Wipes In Commercial Cleaning



BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Disinfecting Against Antibiotic-resistant Bacteria


BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Types of Disinfectants Used in Healthcare Facilities


BATTLE SUPERBUGS WITH SHORTER DWELL TIMES June 2014
Targeting Disease-causing Pathogens


CAPITOL GAINS, DISTRIBUTOR LOSSES May 2014
GSA Proposes Changes To JanSan Requisition Channels


CAPITOL GAINS, DISTRIBUTOR LOSSES May 2014
What Is The Federal Strategic Sourcing Initiative?



CAPITOL GAINS, DISTRIBUTOR LOSSES May 2014
Critics Question JanSan FSSI's Benefits


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


SPOTTING EFFECTIVE STAIN REMOVAL STRATEGIES April 2014
Sorting Out Laundry Challenges


SPOTTING EFFECTIVE STAIN REMOVAL STRATEGIES April 2014
Best Practices For Laundry Efficiencies


SPOTTING EFFECTIVE STAIN REMOVAL STRATEGIES April 2014
Perfecting Laundry Strategies


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


PROMOTING THE VALUE OF THE CUSTODIAL DEPARTMENT April 2014
Highlighting The Importance Of Cleaning


UPCLOSE: DAY CLEANING INFLUENCING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS April 2014
The Evolution of Low-decibel Carpet Equipment


UPCLOSE: DAY CLEANING INFLUENCING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS April 2014
Energy, Sustainability Initiatives Drive Day Cleaning


UPCLOSE: DAY CLEANING INFLUENCING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS April 2014
Carpet Chemical Trends


PROTECTION FROM RESTROOM BACTERIA April 2014
PPE That Protects Cleaning Workers


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



UPCLOSE: WIPE AWAY HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTIONS February 2014
Study On Laundered Towels Finds E. Coli, Tetanus


UPCLOSE: WIPE AWAY HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTIONS February 2014
Cloth Vs. Disposable Towels


UPCLOSE: WIPE AWAY HOSPITAL ACQUIRED INFECTIONS February 2014
Training Hospital Cleaners To Use Wet Wipes


WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Motors And Their Impact On Vacuum Noise Levels




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


INDEPENDENT OR UNDEPENDABLE? November 2013
Managing And Motivating Entrepreneurial Sales People


IN THE FIELD: UPHOLSTERY CARE October 2013
Hot-water Extraction Popular Method For Upholstery Cleaning


UPCLOSE: DECODING DUST MOPS October 2013
Looped-end Vs. Cut-trim Mop Heads


UPCLOSE: DECODING DUST MOPS October 2013
Industry Moves Toward Microfiber Dust Mops


UPCLOSE: DECODING DUST MOPS October 2013
Synthetic Dust Mops Last Longer and Are More Durable


UPCLOSE: DECODING DUST MOPS October 2013
Velcro Mop Backings Expected To Stick Around


FROM DISTRIBUTOR TO CAR CLUB JUNKIE October 2013
Freetime: Roger Parrott Jr., ISSA Foundation


THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
CDC Says Hand Drying Is Essential


THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
Study: Mayo Clinic Compares Paper Towels, Other Hand Drying Methods


THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
Remove More Germs With Proper Paper Towel Use


THE HYGIENIC BENEFITS OF PAPER TOWELS September 2013
Mayo Experts Recommend Paper Towels


SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
U.S. Green Building Council Updates LEED Cleaning Requirements


SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
Stricter Requirements for LEED Credits


SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
LEED Eligible Equipment And More


SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
Distributors Important Role in LEED v4 Certification




UPCLOSE: MATTING FOR THE ENTIRE FACILITY August 2013
Stop Dirt At The Door With Exterior Floor Mats


LABOR AND THE LAW August 2013
What Not To Ask During A Job Interview


MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: FLOOR EQUIPMENT CONCERNS August 2013
How To Spot Green Floor Maintenance Equipment









SOAP SELLING POINTS June 2013
Price Matters In Commercial Hand Soap Sales


SPENDING YOUR SALES TIME WISELY June 2013
Spending Your Time Wisely On High-Potential Sales Accounts


EASY RESTAURANT CLEANING May 2013
Ward Off Foodborne Illnesses With Sanitizing Wipes












November 2012
Microfiber Technology And Its Return On Investment
Microfiber technology increases productivity for custodial departments





MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE September 2012
Mop And Bucket Advantages Over Small Autoscrubbers
Plus, alternatives to cotton mops


August 2012
Three Major PPACA Provisions That Will Impact BSCs
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, has three big provisions going into affect through 2014. Start planning now


June 2012
Microfiber Mops: Increasing Employee Productivity
Calculating return on investment with microfiber mopping systems

June 2012
How to Motivate Sales People
Hearing no all the time can discourage sales people. The Sanitary Maintenance Advisory Board explains how to motivate sales people to avoid complacency


June 2012
Microfiber Cleaning: Just The Facts
How switching to microfiber cloths and mops can raise the bar on cleaning



March 2012
Disposable Mops Present New Business, Learning Curve
Distributors say end users need to be informed about the lifespan, launderability and price points with synthetic disposable wet mops

March 2012
Mopping With Cotton Alternatives
As cotton prices have soared to an all-time high, mop manufacturers have introduced low-cost alternatives to the traditional cotton mop



February 2012
Preventative Carpet Maintenance Will Prevent Spots and Stains
Carpet spotting programs should begin with vacuuming dry soil

February 2012
Meet Increased Carpet Spotting Demands With Team Cleaning
Budget cuts have reduced the number of deep cleaning carpet extractions, putting more emphasis on carpet spotting













PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES May 2011
People and Company Notes: May 2011



PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES April 2011
People and Company Notes: April 2011



PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES March 2011
People and Company Notes: March 2011



PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES November 2010
People And Company Notes: Nov/Dec 2010


PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES October 2010
People And Company Notes: October 2010


FREETIME October 2010
Still Shredding


COVER STORY October 2010
In The Red
How much distributor profit accompanies a customer's order out the door? Tips for streamlining the order filling process

PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES September 2010
People And Company Notes: September 2010


PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES August 2010
People And Company Notes: July/August 2010



TECHNOLOGY June 2010
Slotting Software: Piecing Together Your Warehouse
Slotting software increases picking productivity and makes order selection easier, safer and more accurate

PEOPLE AND COMPANY NOTES May 2010
People And Company Notes: May 2010


PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES April 2010
People And Company Notes: April 2010


PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES March 2010
People And Company Notes: March 2010



COVER STORY February 2010
Generation Next
Contracting Profits takes a look at some up-and-coming industry leaders

ASHKINONGREEN February 2010
Sustainability: How To Grow Beyond 'Green'


PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES February 2010
People And Company Notes: February 2010


PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES January 2010
People And Company Notes: January 2010


PEOPLE & COMPANY NOTES October 2009
People And Company Notes: October 2009


CONTRACTING INSIGHTS October 2009
Growth Without Growing Pains


COMPANY NOTES June 2009
Company Notes: June 2009



EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW February 2009
Jamie Gutierrez: Midwest Maintenance
Educating and promoting employees key to company's business plan

UP CLOSE October 2008
Carpet Care: Breaking Down Carpet Chemicals
Distributors must help end users wade through the plethora of available products

EDITORIAL October 2008
Small Perks, Big Motivation



TECH CENTRAL May 2008
Safeguarding Company Data


OPERATIONSLOG: CARPET CARE 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

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Understanding Microfiber Grades


NEWSWORTHY December 2007
OSHA Makes Ruling On Protective Gear


FREETIME December 2007
Slow Cooking For The Holidays


MARKET BY MARKET: HOSPITALITY November 2007
Rolling Out The Welcome Mat
Properly maintaining floors in hotel entryways leads to improved perception of the entire facility

EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW October 2007
Industry Profile: Bob Armbruster, Clean Team Inc.
Strong employee commitment leads to company success

COVER STORY July 2007
In Their Own Words
Front-line workers speak their minds on industry topics of interest





CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS January 2007
One Price Does Not Fit All Accounts
There is no universal standard for cost per square foot because too many variables are involved

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







COVER STORY January 2006
The Big Boxes: Feeling Boxed In?
Distributors feel the squeeze as national retailers hone in on the jan/san market

CLEANING OPERATIONS: HOSPITALTY November 2005
Hotel ‘first-impression’ areas and their impact on guest perception
Case studies on how successful facilities approach the care and maintenance of high-profile interiors


COVER STORY June 2005
Rolling In The Clean
The Harrah’s Atlantic City mission:
Deliver a ‘spotless’ environment


COVER STORY February 2005
Promoted from within
How organizations meet the challenge of transitioning workers into supervisors

CLEANING OPERATIONS: HAND TOOLS October 2004
A Closer Look at Microfiber’s Cleaning Benefits
The pros — and a few cons — regarding popular microfiber mops and cloths

COVER STORY July 2004
Putting A Face On Housekeeping Management
How do you look compared to your peers?

REGULATORY NEWS March 2004
Separate And Unequal?
Long lines for crowded women's restrooms prompt the call for "potty parity"