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STRATEGIC SELL: THE POWER OF COMMITMENT IN SALES February 2026
The Four Levels of Sales Commitment


STORIES OF SALES SUCCESS February 2026
Sanitary Maintenance Recognizes 2026 Sales Leaders


SELLING SUCCESS February 2026
How 6 Jan/San Leaders Achieved Sales Success















LEADERSHIP: SUPPORTING YOUR STAFF February 2026
Leading During Times of National Strife



TIPS TO TACKLING INDUSTRY CHALLENGES November 2025
Expert Q&A Addresses Jan/San Hurdles




DOES SIZE MATTER? February 2026
Comparing Large and Small Carpet Care Equipment



TIPS TO TACKLING INDUSTRY CHALLENGES November 2025
How to be a Strong Leader During Challenging Times




TIPS TO TACKLING INDUSTRY CHALLENGES November 2025
Responding to Challenging Times Impacts Cleaning Staff and Future Business





CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS  November 2025
Contracting Profits Recognizes Brian Harris



CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2025
Cleaning for Health Program Awarded at 4M Solutions




CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2025
Community Service Award: Benevolence Begets Business




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



CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2025
David Murphy Recognized for Distinguished Service




CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2025
BSC Award Recipient Believes Education Empowers Employees



CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2025
BSCAI Recognizes Paul Taylor with Leadership Award











THE 3 TYPES OF CLEANING WORKERS November 2025
Engaged Employees Find Success







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








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



12/11/2025
AI's Hidden Cost


CELEBRATING THE 2025 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2025
Recognizing 2025's Industry Stars










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




GREEN GOES GLOBAL October 2025
How Green Directives Impact Jan/San in the U.S.


LESSONS FROM A BABY  October 2025
Lessons in Leadership from Young People



SALES LEADER AWARD October 2025
Sanitary Maintenance's 2026 Sales Leader Award


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


LEADERSHIP: LEADING THROUGH DIFFICULT TIMES  April 2025
How Difficult Times Can Shape Leadership Strategies  


STRATEGIC SELL: WHY MOST SALES TEAMS UNDERPERFORM September 2025
3 Keys Competencies for Successful Sales Performance 


GETTING IT RIGHT August 2025
Proper Techniques to Using Ice Melt


LEADING DURING DISAGREEMENTS August 2025
Easy Ways Cleaning Managers can Lead During Disagreements







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



BEYOND THE BOTTOM LINE   April 2025
John Bruning Goes Above and Beyond for Clients




BEYOND THE BOTTOM LINE   April 2025
Paul Mullen Prioritizes Relationships at PJP



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


BEYOND THE BOTTOM LINE   April 2025
Deven Eastridge is Dedicated to Delivering Service


BEYOND THE BOTTOM LINE   April 2025
Craig Baumgardt is Committed to his Clients








LEADERSHIP: SHAPING LEADERSHIP GOALS February 2025
Team Feedback Builds Leadership and Cleaning Department Goals








PROPER FLOOR MAINTENANCE PRIORITIZES SAFETY January 2025
Looking for a Sign During Floor Safety




PROPER FLOOR MAINTENANCE PRIORITIZES SAFETY January 2025
Reducing Slip-and-Fall Accidents in Common Areas



ELEVATING YOUR BUSINESS January 2025
Exploring Industry Trends and Innovation













INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Olon Hyde Stands Out as Emerging Leader Among Peers




INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Berger Facility Solutions Makes a Splash as New BSCAI Member


INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Prestige Maintenance Recognized for Community Involvement


INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Sally Schopmeyer Sets Award-winning Standard for Mentorship


INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Cesar Chapiama Named as Building Service Employee of the Year



INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
BSCAI Announces Nathalie Doobin Receives Leadership Award



INDUSTRY AWARD RECOGNITION November 2024
Celebrating the 2024 CLEAN Award Winners











FLOOR CARE FORECAST October 2024
Technology Steps In


FLOOR CARE FORECAST October 2024
Cleaning Solutions for Evolving Flooring Types






FOLLOW THE RULES September 2024
Reinforcing Chemical Safety Importance











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






PRODUCTS MAKING AN IMPACT July 2024
Products Impacting the Cleaning Industry 


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





















FROM THE EDITOR: INNOVATION OBSERVATIONS June 2024
Interclean Amsterdam Showcases Continuous Industry Progression



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


















FREETIME: FINDING JOY ON THE FARM April 2024
Improving the Land is a Community Affair, and Not Just the People















FACES OF THE FRONTLINE March 2024
Faces of the Frontline Honors TJ Knapp








FROM THE EDITOR March 2024
Keeping on Top of Product Innovation 






SETTING THE STANDARD February 2024
Sales Leaders 2024: Ian Quan Prioritizes Mentorship






SETTING THE STANDARD February 2024
Sanitary Maintenance Names 2024 Sales Leaders













LEADERSHIP: SERVING A LESSON IN LISTENING February 2024
The Benefits to Leaders Who Listen












CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
BSC Rewarded for Industry Involvement


CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
BSCAI Names Recipient of Most Prestigious Award


CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
Recognizing the Building Service Employee of the Year


CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
UG2’s Maria Tueros Leads the Charge on Training Opportunities


CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
GRBS Provides Opportunities for Perseverance



CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
Emerging Leader Finds Success, Inspiration Through Mentorship



CELEBRATING THE 2023 CLEAN AWARD WINNERS November 2023
BSCAI Names 2023 CLEAN Award Winners






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 


POWERING THROUGH November 2023
Tried and True Customer Relation Strategies


POWERING THROUGH November 2023
Distributors Keep Ahead of the Supply Chain










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







GUIDELINES TO SAFETY November 2023
Hazcom Training and Policies Surrounding SDSs









FROM THE EDITOR: PROVIDING THE RIGHT TOOLS October 2023
The Importance of Equipment During Employee Onboarding




















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


LEADERSHIP: CORRECTING THE COURSE October 2023
The Value of Allowing Mistakes to be Redeemed
















SANITARY MAINTENANCE 80TH ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE August 2023
Showcasing the 1980s and its Impact on Jan/San










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













































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























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














FROM THE EDITOR: REAPING THE REWARDS OF RECOGNITION March 2023
Emerging Leader Awards Highlight Importance of Employee Appreciation










BE AN ELITE BSC: HOW TO SELL A PRICE INCREASE March 2023
Tips BSCs Can Use to Sell a Price Increase 


CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
Lowering Costs and Cleaning Smarter


CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
The Power of Robotic Cleaning


CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
Commercial Cleaning is a People Business


CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
Making Cleaning Sustainable




CLEANING IN FOCUS 2023 February 2023
A Look Ahead at the Cleaning Industry





PROMOTING PAPER SUSTAINABILITY February 2023
Promoting Sustainable Towel and Tissue Options







LEADERSHIP: MENTORSHIP PROVES PIVOTAL FOR PLANNING AND PREPARATION  February 2023
The Value of Mentorship for Aspiring Leaders 








RECOGNIZING STANDOUT BSC'S November 2022
Community Connection and Dedication Highlight CLEAN Awards


RECOGNIZING STANDOUT BSC'S November 2022
Celebrating Building Service Contractor CLEAN Award Winners







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











FACES OF THE FRONTLINE November 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Joyce Close, ServiceMaster













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









FACES OF THE FRONTLINE September 2022
Faces of the Frontline Honors Gina Luna, System1, Inc.


FROM THE EDITOR: CALLING ALL SALES LEADERS October 2022
Nominations Open for Sanitary Maintenance 2022 Sales Leaders Award








RECONNECTING IN CHICAGO September 2022
Keynote Speakers, Awards for ISSA Show North America 2022





PERSISTENCE PERSONIFIED August 2022
ESS Clean CEO Turns Challenges into Success Stories
























POST-PANDEMIC FACILITY HYGIENE STANDARDS June 2022
Prioritize Frontline Training, Avoid Hygiene Theater









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
Successful BSC Shares Cleaning Business Tips





BUSINESS TRENDS April 2022
State of the Cleaning Industry














2021 BSCAI CLEAN AWARD WINNERS February 2022
2021 BSCAI CLEAN Award Winners Recognized









IMPACTING THE INDUSTRY November 2021
Honoring The 2021 BSCAI CLEAN Award Winners


IMPACTING THE INDUSTRY November 2021
Standout Industry Individuals, Additional Winners













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






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


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








BSCAI: 5 REASONS TO CHECK OUT MYCLEANINGJOBS.COM August 2021
BSCAI Launches Cleaning Industry Job Board


























SELECTING THE RIGHT BACKPACK VACUUM April 2021
Battery Vs. Corded Vacuums















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




















RECRUITING WORKERS DURING COVID-19 October 2020
Hiring Strategies Amid Coronavirus Pandemic











MASTER YOUR MOPPING SYSTEM September 2020
Experts Analyze Mopping Options









INTRODUCING THE WINNERS June 2020
Distributors Name Top Jan/San Products




SUBMIT A BSCAI CLEAN AWARDS PROGRAM ENTRY BY JUNE 30 June 2020
Nominations Open For 2020 BSCAI CLEAN Awards








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


CORDED VS. CORDLESS CONSIDERATIONS April 2020
Corded Vs. Cordless Vacuum Features


CORDED VS. CORDLESS CONSIDERATIONS April 2020
Manufacturers, Distributors Serve As Vacuum Selection Resources

















BSCAI MEMBER NEWS February 2020
BSCAI Board Of Directors Announced For 2020






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


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



VETTING YOUR VACUUM SELECTION February 2020
Facility Size, Safety Concerns Dictate Vacuum Investments


VETTING YOUR VACUUM SELECTION February 2020
Distributors And Manufacturers Offer Vacuum Expertise














GOOGLE GOES WITH GREEN CLEANING November 2019
Google's Green Cleaning Initiative Started Out Rough





REDUCING WORKER INJURIES November 2019
Trim On-The-Job Accidents


REDUCING WORKER INJURIES November 2019
Dodging Chemical Hazards







PULLING THE PLUG October 2019
The Benefit Of Cordless Backpacks





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



THE RISE OF ROBOTS August 2019
Cleaning Robots Drive Business Innovation




COMPETING WITH AMAZON August 2019
Doing Business Against An E-Commerce Giant







BE AN ELITE BSC June 2019
Can Cleaning Accounts Be Too Small?




END USERS NEED HELP WITH BATTERY CARE June 2019
Distributors Should Teach Customers About Battery Use









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


KNOW THE REASONS BEHIND YOUR ACTIONS April 2019
Gain Leadership Skills By Asking "Why?"



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



HELPING PREVENT THE FLU March 2019
Stopping Sickness With Hand Sanitizer Stations



DEFINING YOUR IDEAL CUSTOMER February 2019
The Final Step To Scaling Up Your Cleaning Company


APPEALING TO CUSTOMERS February 2019
Why BSCs Should Embrace Sustainability


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




RECRUITING GENERATION NEXT February 2019
What Millennials In The Workplace Desire


GET READY TO VOTE February 2019
Distributor Choice Awards Near



BRINGING VINYLS BACK November 2018
Jan/San Industry Vet Enjoying Successful Music Career


HOW BSCS CAN CREATE A SCALABLE MODEL November 2018
A Blueprint To Help Business Expand



PRESTIGIOUS HONORS November 2018
BSCAI CLEAN Awards Given To Industry Elite




FROM THE EDITOR November 2018
IoT Takes A Step Forward


PURCHASING PRIORITIES October 2018
Factors To Consider When Buying Floor Care Equipment






CRAFTING A VISION IS THE FIRST STEP TO SCALING UP August 2018
Take Your Business To The Next Level


DIVERSIFYING INTO NEW CHEMICAL PROPORTIONER MARKETS August 2018
Warewashing and Laundry Programs Can Help Distributors Grow Profits







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





THREE WARNING SIGNS OF BAD CUSTOMERS June 2018
How Building Service Contractors Can Spot Good Clients






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





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











UPON CLOSER INSPECTION June 2017
Defining Cleaning Standards


UPON CLOSER INSPECTION June 2017
Protocol For Cleaning Facilities



THE BEST 40 PRODUCTS AS SELECTED BY SM READERS May 2017
Jan/san Suppliers Pick Top Products For Distributor Choice Awards
Sanitary Maintenance is proud to present the winners of its fourth annual Distributor Choice Award

FROM THE EDITOR May 2017
Distributor Choice Awards Receives Nearly 350 Nominations
If there’s one thing people in the jan/san industry get excited about, it’s product awards

3/30/2017
Winners Of The 2017 Distributor Choice Award Announced
Sanitary Maintenance recognizes best industry products


DO YOU CARRY THESE AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTS? September 2016
Top Commercial Cleaning Products Win Distributor Choice Awards







FIRST AID KITS HAVE NEW REQUIREMENTS February 2016
Know The New First Aid Kit Standards



STRAPPING ON SAVINGS February 2016
Maintaining Mobility With Backpack Vacuums


STRAPPING ON SAVINGS February 2016
Properly Fitting A Backpack Vacuum


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


IDEAS FOR GREEN CLEANING October 2015
Involving Students To Help Grow Green Programs




REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
Tips For Proper Disposal Of Infectious Waste


REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
Containing Hazardous Waste: Finding A Strong Hold


REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
Protect Workers From Medical Waste


REDUCING INFECTION HAZARDS May 2015
What Is Considered Medical Waste



GHS COMPLIANCE — WHEN CUSTODIAL MANAGERS CAN EXPECT THINGS TO CHANGE May 2015
Prepare For The Next Round Of GHS Requirements






CLEAN UP PRODUCTIVITY PROBLEMS February 2015
Using Ride-On Vacuums To Improve Productivity


CLEAN UP PRODUCTIVITY PROBLEMS February 2015
Carpet Equipment That Results In Big Savings


CLEAN UP PRODUCTIVITY PROBLEMS February 2015
Carpet Equipment Accessories That Make Sense





THE STRATEGIC SELL: BEWARE OF BACKORDERS November 2014
Backorders Lead To Employee Disengagement





IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY WITH BACKPACKS August 2014
Advancements To Backpack Vacuums Result In Efficiencies



RECOGNIZING THE GREATNESS AROUND US August 2014
Promoting Managers Of Distinction


GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Interview Question Recommendations


GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Training Challenges With New Recruits


GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Tips To Training New Staff


GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Managing And Resolving Staff Complaints


GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Advice For Disciplining Difficult Employees


GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
How To Overcome Generational Struggles


GETTING TO THE ANSWERS August 2014
Succession Planning For The Future Of The Department



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


A LEADER PERSPECTIVE June 2014
Employee Engagement – What is it, really?


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






COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Springfield Paper Company Goes Mobile



COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
M-commerce Has Landed


COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Understanding Mobile Optimization


COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Young Buyers Fueling B2B Mobile Sales


COVER STORY: MOBILE COMMERCE May 2014
Choosing Mobile Optimization Methods


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


VACUUMS: FINDING A PERFECT MATCH April 2014
Choosing Between Battery Or Corded Vacuums



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


UPCLOSE: A PERSONAL TOUCH February 2014
Restroom Advertising In Action


A SYSTEM FOR SUCCESS February 2014
Benefits of Flat Mopping Systems
Concordia University's switch to microfiber flat mops

A SYSTEM FOR SUCCESS February 2014
Mopping Systems Create Cleaning Efficiencies


RECOGNIZING AND THANKING MANAGERS OF DISTINCTION February 2014
Awarding Custodial Managers


PUTTING THE SQUEEZE ON BUDGETS February 2014
Promoting Cleaning Efficiencies As Budgets Get Cut


WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Benefits to Battery or Cordless Vacuums


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



NONPROFIT PROFILE: CLEANING FOR A (GOOD) REASON November 2013
Nonprofit Gives Free Housecleanings To Cancer Patients


NONPROFIT PROFILE: CLEANING FOR A (GOOD) REASON November 2013
Maid Business Owner Debbie Sardone Makes Generosity A Company Policy


NONPROFIT PROFILE: CLEANING FOR A (GOOD) REASON November 2013
Cleaning For A Reason Launches As Nationwide Nonprofit


NONPROFIT PROFILE: CLEANING FOR A (GOOD) REASON November 2013
Give A Little Bit: JanSan Professionals Join Forces With Cleaning For A Reason


NONPROFIT PROFILE: CLEANING FOR A (GOOD) REASON November 2013
Cleaning Close To The Heart


SUSTAINABILITY: LEED V4 November 2013
Green Cleaning Loses LEED EBOM Credit




GHS COUNTDOWN September 2013
Learning The GHS Glossary




SUSTAINABILITY STANDS OUT August 2013
Embracing Sustainable Practices In Business




SUSTAINABILITY: THE NEW LEED BRINGS CHANGE August 2013
New LEED v4 Green Cleaning Points and Requirements



WATCH OUT FOR WARNING SIGNS August 2013
The 'Right To Know' About Chemical Hazards


WATCH OUT FOR WARNING SIGNS August 2013
Updates To The GHS Language


WATCH OUT FOR WARNING SIGNS August 2013
Training Workers On GHS Requirements


WATCH OUT FOR WARNING SIGNS August 2013
GHS Chemical Label Specifics



ONE MAN VS. THE UNION August 2013
Dave Bego Urges SEIU To 'Fish Or Cut Bait'


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



IN THE FIELD: TOILET TISSUE GOES TOUCH-FREE June 2013
Touchless Toilet Paper Dispensers – There's More Than The ‘Cool Factor’


A LIFETIME OF MUSIC June 2013
Freetime: Doug Neal, Hillyard











HOSPITAL-GRADE CLEANING PAYS OFF IN ANY MARKET April 2013
BSCs Expand Infection Control Services














WARNING SIGNS April 2013
OSHA HazCom Rules are Changing



WARNING SIGNS April 2013
Learning the GHS language





PREVENT SLIPS AND FALLS AS A VALUE-ADDED SERVICE April 2013
New Tests Measure Floor Traction


PREVENT SLIPS AND FALLS AS A VALUE-ADDED SERVICE April 2013
OSHA Floor Audits Require a 'Qualified Person'


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


STANDARDIZING FLOOR MATS April 2013
Safety Regulations For Commercial Mats


STANDARDIZING FLOOR MATS April 2013
Further Explanation Of Matting Standards







February 2013
How ISSA and CIRI Developed The Clean Standard: K-12
Scientists are using research to test school surfaces and define the true meaning of clean


February 2013
Setting K-12 School Cleaning Standards
ISSA and CIRI are developing the Clean Standard: K-12 to standardize cleaning in schools







November 2012
Green Certification for Towel and Tissue: Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
Outlining the specifics of FSC, one of the green certifications found on towel and tissue products

SLIP AND FALL November 2012
Test Floors To Meet Slip-and-fall Safety Standards
ANSI/NFSI slip-and-fall safety standards quantify the traction requirements for pedestrian safety and the prevention of slips and falls

November 2012
NLRB Decisions Impact Non-Union Companies
Changes affect union postings, social media, firing employees, investigations and elections





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

August 2012
ANSI Safety Standards Reduce Slip-and-Fall Accidents
ANSI/NFSI safety standards provide benchmarks for departments looking to prevent slip-and-fall accidents

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE August 2012
Why Janitors Should Vacuum Hard Floors and Vertical Surfaces
Plus, the best way to vacuum around fixed objects in a room

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE August 2012
Battery-Powered Vacuum: Why Cordless Machines Aren't Prevalent In The Market
While the industry waits for battery-powered vacuums, what is the proper way to roll up a vacuum cord?


June 2012
The Benefits of Warehouse Rewards
Improve productivity by rewarding warehouse workers for exceptional job performance



June 2012
Developing A Sales Compensation Plan for Inexperienced Reps
When compensating new or inexperienced sales reps is it best to go with salary or commission?







February 2012
Software Customization Gives BSCs Competitive Edge
End-user software can be tailored for individual customers and specific account requirements


February 2012
Leading By Example at University of Washington
Gene Woodard takes a proactive approach to cleaning innovations - continuously improving his operations










August 2011
3rd Generation BSC: My Cleaning Service
Third-generation companies are rare in the cleaning industry. But the father-daughter-granddaughter team at Baltimore-based My Cleaning Service is positioning the company to continue its success for decades to come


June 2011
Spotlighting Cleaning Professionals
Recognizing custodial leaders for a job well done



June 2011
Gaining Third-party Certification For Private Label Products
Third-party certifications are not carried over from their private label manufacturer

MANUFACTURER FORUM June 2011
Why Sustainable Forestry Matters





ASHKIN ON GREEN May 2011
Sustainability Is Simply Good Business


UP CLOSE: CARPET CARE May 2011
Making The Case For Combination Equipment
Scrubber-extractor and vacuum-sweeper units allow end users to clean both hard floors and carpeted surfaces with the same machine


April 2011
Cardinal's Kismet
How Jim DeGrado, president of Cardinal Building Maintenance, helped his company realize its green cleaning destiny

FEATURES April 2011
Please Recycle
Wishard Health Services doesn't throw it away, they throw it back



FROM THE EDITOR March 2011
Jan/San's Best Online Sellers


COVER STORY March 2011
e-commerce: A Work In Progress
With few online sales to show for their current 'e-efforts,' distributors ponder what it will take to build their web clientele

FROM THE EDITOR October 2010
Fraudulent Falls On The Rise


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

ASSOCIATION UPDATE September 2010
ISSA Elects 2010 Board Members


TECHNOLOGY September 2010
Help With Deliveries
Distributors are utilizing third-parties — and ERP software — to ship small orders

UP CLOSE: TOWEL & TISSUE August 2010
Know Your Green Paper Certifications
Green paper products come with a laundry list of certifications. Breaking down what each one means

COVER STORY June 2010
Embracing Sustainability
BSCs are saving money and increasing revenue as they go beyond 'green'


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

AROUND THE INDUSTRY May 2010
Amsterdam Show Awards Innovation



TECHNOLOGY April 2010
Labor Management Software: Streamlining Order Picking
Labor management software creates a set of standards to improve warehouse productivity and reduce costs

TECHNOLOGY March 2010
Defending Data On-The-Go
Mobile devices can contain valuable company and customer data. Take appropriate measures to ensure it stays in the right hands


COVER STORY November 2009
The Right 'Stuff'
Are jan/san distributors meeting end user needs? How you match up

TECHNOLOGY November 2009
Customized e-Commerce
Distributors are making buying online more personal than the basic shopping cart

COVER STORY October 2009
Green Update




ASSOCIATION UPDATE September 2009
ISSA Elects 2010 Board Members



OBITUARY May 2009
Howard Coffey Passes Away




AROUND THE INDUSTRY January 2009
Companies Earn Green Recognition



TECHNOLOGY November 2008
Why Distributors Now Buy Online
While some distributors still favor an old-fashioned phone call, more are turning to wholesalers and manufacturers' Web sites to place orders


FEATURE July 2008
The Talk Of The Warehouse
Voice picking software boosts accuracy and productivity



NEWS June 2008
Industry News


TECH CENTRAL May 2008
Safeguarding Company Data



FREETIME December 2007
Slow Cooking For The Holidays





OPERATIONSLOG: PEST CONTROL July 2007
Best Methods For Removing Insects, Rodents And Birds
Today’s pest management involves less pesticide usage, especially in commercial facilities where occupants work on a daily basis






FACE OF THE INDUSTRY May 2007
CIMS: A Value Added Program




TECH CENTRAL March 2007
Preventing Shopping Cart Abandonment


FREETIME March 2007
The Mayor Of Camp Anaconda




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







FACE OF THE INDUSTRY December 2006
ISSA Launches Cleaning Standard






NEWS November 2006
Industry Buzz







AVIAN FLU September 2006
H5N1: Preparing For A Pandemic
A look at the cleaning concerns and solutions distributors should start thinking about now

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS September 2006
Waiting On A Single Industry Standard


NEWSWORTHY August 2006
Avian Flu: What Distributors Can Do



COVER STORY July 2006
Avian Influenza (Bird Flu): H5N1
Avian influenza: What are the chances of a human pandemic? A look at the cleaning concerns and solutions BSCs should start thinking about NOW





INDUSTRY BUZZ: BENCHMARKS November 2005
ASHES Introduces Online benchmarking Tool for Hospitals


BUSINESSBUILDER November 2005
Cleaners And Avian (Bird) Flu: Are We At Risk?
What cleaners should know about the avian flu