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WELL STOCKED November 2025
Jan/San Distributors Must Maintain Diverse Restroom Inventory

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

BSCS GET A HANDLE ON HAND TOOLS October 2025
Best Practices for Integrating Brooms, Brushes, and Mops

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

12/10/2025
AI's Hidden Cost

12/9/2025
Automation and AI Alleviates Risk of Workplace Injuries

12/8/2025
ACI's Additions Lead to Stronger Teams

12/8/2025
How Job Burnout Burdens the Workforce

VACUUM BETTER November 2025
Strategies that Support Proper Carpet Care

CARPET CARE REQUIRES CONSISTENCY November 2025
Less Frequent Vacuuming Shouldn’t be up for Debate

12/2/2025
Latest Leadership Program Produces Professionals

12/2/2025
Proactive Planning is Necessary for ICE Encounters

THE COST OF TURNOVER October 2025
How Staff Turnover Impacts Building Service Contractors

THE COST OF TURNOVER October 2025
How to Solve High Employee Turnover

11/7/2025
Gender-Neutral Restroom Rules Remain Unclear

10/31/2025
Rising Inflation May Impact Cleaning Product Prices

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

10/3/2025
Ohio's Minimum Wage Hike Solidified

10/1/2025
Economy Expands in Positive Direction

9/30/2025
Minimum Wage Rises in Important State

9/23/2025
Offices Empty with Federal Shutdown

GETTING IT RIGHT August 2025
Proper Techniques to Using Ice Melt

GETTING IT RIGHT August 2025
Knowing What Ice Melt to Buy and When

PICTURE PERFECT August 2025
Triple S SVP Shows Off Photography Talent

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

9/11/2025
U.S. Jobs Market Underwhelming

VERSATILE EQUIPMENT ELEVATES IAQ August 2025
Multi-use Tools Boost Cleanliness in Hard-to-Reach Corners

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

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

BEYOND THE BOTTOM LINE   April 2025
The 2025 Sanitary Maintenance Sales Leaders are Recognized 

4/16/2025
Poll: How the Cleaning Industry Would Respond to Tariffs

February 2025
Training Helps Make the Most of Vacuum Power

ADVANCEMENTS IN CARPET CARE February 2025
Lighter, More Powerful Vacuums are Impacting the Cleaning Industry

3/3/2025
Cummins Facility Services Wins Prestigious Award

2/19/2025
Court Rules on Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors

2/12/2025
How Plumbing Trends Will Impact Facility Management in 2025

2/11/2025
Platinum Cleaning Joins NSA

2/11/2025
SoftBank Robotics America Earns Platinum Service Elite Certification from Gausium

1/27/2025
APIC Comments on Trump Administration’s Potential WHO Withdrawal

1/22/2025
ACI Sends Cleaning Industry Policy Recommendations to President Trump

1/20/2025
Veteran Sales Representative, Debby Wade, Passes Away at 71

1/15/2025
Ridley’s Vacuum and Janitorial Supply Announces New Showroom Location

12/18/2024
Registration Open for Clean Advocacy Summit

11/25/2024
Brain Corp’s Autonomous Robot Fleet Reaches 250 Billion Square Feet Milestone

11/22/2024
Case Study: Trojan Lithium Battery Powers Golf Cart to Top of Pikes Peak

11/14/2024
AI a Key Factor in Growing Vacuum Cleaner Market

10/30/2024
Pneumococcal Vaccination Recommendation Age Lowered from 65 to 50

10/29/2024
Tennant Announces Habitat for Humanity Sponsorship

10/23/2024
Dyson Launches Demo Store in West Delhi

10/3/2024
Rust-Oleum Earns 2024 EPA Safer Choice Partner of the Year

BATTERY BENEFITS  September 2024
Essential Safety Tips for Lithium Batteries

BATTERY BENEFITS September 2024
Distributors Discuss Key Benefits of Lithium-Ion Batteries

9/9/2024
Cleaning Industry Mourns Don Aslett

LITHIUM FOR THE LONG HAUL August 2024
Switching to Lithium Batteries Can Save on Labor

LITHIUM FOR THE LONG HAUL August 2024
Why Lithium-Ion Batteries are Making Waves in Cleaning

7/8/2024
BSCs Gathered in Amsterdam for 2024 Global Executive Summit

6/19/2024
How to Handle Overheating Lithium-Ion Batteries

6/13/2024
Registration Open HGSC 2024 Summer Summit

6/7/2024
Moblico, Continuum Announce Wholesale Distribution Partnership

5/31/2024
Marsden Appoints Chief HR Officer

4/24/2024
LionsBot, RobotLAB Announce Partnership

4/22/2024
Winner Named in Annual Hygiene Specialist Competition

4/9/2024
Forecasting 5 Years of the Flooring Market

IAQ STARTS UNDERFOOT March 2024
Thinking Beyond the Vacuum

IAQ STARTS UNDERFOOT March 2024
How Carpets Contribute to Facility Air Quality

4/1/2024
Solenis Earns 3rd Consecutive Platinum EcoVadis Recognition

MAKING THE RIGHT MOVES March 2024
Seeking Balance Between Cleaning Work and a Personal Life

MAKING THE RIGHT MOVES March 2024
Leading Women Share Their Journeys in the Cleaning World

3/22/2024
SEIU Local 1 Janitors, Northeast Ohio Worker Center to Host Forum Discussion

3/7/2024
UMF, APIC Continue Strategic Partnership

2/20/2024
GP Appoints Chief Customer Officer

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

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

2/1/2024
CleanLink's Best from January 2024

1/30/2024
How to Improve Onboarding Processes

1/15/2024
A 5-Year Forecast for Robotic Vacuum Cleaners

1/4/2024
Which States are Increasing Minimum Wage in 2024?

1/3/2024
Top CleanLink News from 2023

12/20/2023
New IICRC Standard Released for Trauma and Crime Scene Cleanup

12/12/2023
Affinity HR Group Rebrands as The Workplace Advisors

12/8/2023
Nominations Open for Annual Hygiene Specialist Competition

11/27/2023
Which City Is Most Clogged Up After Thanksgiving?

11/21/2023
How to Protect School Plumbing Systems During the Holidays

11/21/2023
ACI Makes Addition to Board of Directors

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

ANNIVERSARY COVERAGE October 2023
Sanitary Maintenance Reflects on the Resilient 2000s

10/26/2023
EnvirOx Invited to 2023 EPA Summit

10/24/2023
Jon-Don Appoints New CEO

10/23/2023
Nominate a Top EVS Employee Today

10/11/2023
Custodial Union Marches in D.C. for Improved Wages

10/4/2023
Best of CleanLink from September

9/26/2023
Planon, Airthings Announce IAQ Partnership

9/25/2023
PuroClean Expands in Texas and Louisiana

9/22/2023
Keynote Speakers Announced for 2023 NAW Innovators Summit

9/20/2023
Remembering Larry Shideler

9/18/2023
Top Trends Defining the Waste Management Market

FREETIME: WINNING THE ARMS RACE September 2023
Texas Arm Wrestling Enthusiast Finds Community and Victory in Special Role 

9/11/2023
Summit Brands Acquires Pumie Product Line

9/7/2023
Understanding and Minimizing Dust Explosions in Facilities

9/6/2023
Proposal Announced to Extend Overtime Pay Protection

FREETIME: SPECIAL OLYMPICS IS A FAMILY AFFAIR August 2023
Smith Supply Rep Spends Free Time Helping Others Thrive

8/21/2023
What’s Next for Robotic Vacuum Cleaning?

8/9/2023
SC Johnson CEO Sponsors Habitat for Humanity Home

8/3/2023
Judge Strikes Down Biden’s Immigration Policy, Appeal Imminent

8/1/2023
Top 10 CleanLink Stories from July

7/26/2023
Updates Proposed to PPE Standards

7/13/2023
Soap2o Named Supplier for LA County Museum of Art

7/11/2023
The Role of Service Robots in Commercial Cleaning

7/11/2023
Union Hotel Workers End SoCal Strike — For Now

7/7/2023
Pennsylvania Announces Minimum Wage Increase

FREETIME: SHARING GOOD HEALTH AND POSITIVE CHANGE June 2023
von Drehle Staffer's Compassion and Kindness Drives Kidney Donation

6/27/2023
Simon Institute Hosting Annual Symposium in July

6/26/2023
Book Club: 3 Must-Reads for Cleaning Managers

TOP PRODUCTS REVEALED June 2023
Sanitary Maintenance Names 2023 Distributor Choice Award Winners

6/19/2023
AI's Role in Field Service Management

6/14/2023
Finalists for 2023 Avetta Awards Revealed

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

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS May 2023
BSCAI Virtual HR Summit Hosts DEI Roundtable Discussion

BSCAI MEMBER NEWS May 2023
BSCs Gather in London for 2023 Global Executive Summit After Three-Year Hiatus

5/31/2023
Hospeco Advocates for Ending Period Poverty at D.C. Summit

5/18/2023
ABM Recognized for Diversity Efforts

5/17/2023
Imperial Dade Expands Presence in Georgia, Alabama

5/12/2023
Top Hygiene Specialist Named in National Contest

5/9/2023
What Drivers and Challenges Await the Robotic Vacuum Cleaners Market?

5/3/2023
Novel Method Developed for Detecting 1,4-Dioxane in Consumer Products 

4/26/2023
Webinar for School Facility Leaders Will Explore Sustainability Self-Assessment

4/25/2023
Key Drivers, Trends and Challenges to Facility Management Services Market

4/14/2023
SAFER One Wins 2 Top Industrial Hygiene Awards

4/14/2023
Award: 2023 Distributor Choice Award Winners Revealed

4/4/2023
OSHA Releases Injury and Illness Data from 2022

4/3/2023
UMF Adds Regional Sales Manager

4/3/2023
The Best of CleanLink News from March 2023

3/28/2023
ABM Partners with Tropicana Field, Al Lang Stadium

3/24/2023
UMF Announces National Guest Room Attendant Excellence Award Recipient

3/22/2023
ProTeam VP of Sales Announces Retirement

STAYING THE COURSE March 2023
Workplace Dynamics Stay Strong

3/10/2023
Durable Corporation Celebrates 100 Years of Business

3/10/2023
CleanLink Summit Preview: Infection Control for the Next Normal

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

STEPS TO ENSURE COMPREHENSIVE CARPET CARE March 2023
The Importance of Interim Maintenance for Carpet Care

3/8/2023
How Distributors Can Compete with Direct-to-Consumer Sales

3/8/2023
CleanLink Summit Preview: The Digital Difference: Making Your Firm Stand Out

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

3/3/2023
Delta-Q Reaches Significant Sales Milestone

3/3/2023
Backpack Vacuums Continue to Grow in Popularity In the Commercial Cleaning Space

2/21/2023
Hotel Housekeepers Awarded $58K After Underpayment Investigation

2/3/2023
4M Acquires Columbus-Based BSC

2/2/2023
Fast Facts: Comparing Lithium and GEL Batteries

1/27/2023
NADCA Publishes White Paper on Inspection and Cleaning of Open Air Plenums

1/19/2023
Fast Facts: How Vacuum Filtration Helps Improve Indoor Air 

1/17/2023
Kaivac Names New President

FROM THE EDITOR: GROWING THROUGH EDUCATION January 2023
Previewing CleanLink’s Networking Events for 2023

1/5/2023
Kaivac First to Apply for ISSA Cleaning Times Validation Seal Program

12/28/2022
Is Your State Increasing Minimum Wage in 2023?

12/12/2022
Kaivac Acquires Ohio-Based Manufacturer

11/29/2022
How Tracking Cleaning Consumables Saves on Budget and Time

11/28/2022
Disaster Recovery Inc. Announces New Hire

11/22/2022
Nominate Your Top Hygiene Specialist in Annual National Competition

FREETIME: MAKING AN IMPACT THROUGH MENTORSHIP October 2022
Mentoring Others Builds a Foundation for the Future

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

10/28/2022
ISSA Announces ARCSI Professional Cleaner, Chairman’s Award Winners

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

10/13/2022
Nominations Open for Guest Room Attendant Excellence Award

9/30/2022
Tork Announces Hygiene Partnership with Green Bay Packers, Philadelphia Eagles

BREAKING THE ICE August 2022
Optimal Ice Melt Types, Application Strategies

9/12/2022
Case Study: How Hand Dryers Can Help Facilities Save on Costs

9/6/2022
Kaivac Names Executive VP of Sales

8/31/2022
Sodexo, University of Florida Expand Partnership

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

8/23/2022
Nominations Open for Education Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award

PICKING UP THE PIECES August 2022
Benefits, Cost Considerations for HEPA Vacuum Filters

PICKING UP THE PIECES August 2022
Health Benefits of Proper Carpet Care as Facilities Reopen

8/18/2022
Denver Custodians Slated For Hourly Wage Boost in 2023

8/2/2022
Diversey-TASKI, Gausium Announce Robotics Partnership

7/21/2022
Healthcare Facilities Symposium and Expo Slated For September

7/19/2022
5 New Tips on Using ATP Monitors

7/13/2022
South Carolina School Custodians Secure Hourly Wage Boost

7/5/2022
Simon Institute Symposium Returning for First Time Since Pandemic

7/1/2022
Top 10 CleanLink Stories From June 2022

EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE June 2022
5 Ways Cleaning Can Make a Strong Impression

6/30/2022
Gausium Celebrates Design Award Win

6/23/2022
$22 Hourly Minimum Wage Proposed in Austin

6/20/2022
UMF Announces Winner of National Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award

6/13/2022
Minimum Wage Increases Announced for Chicago, Cook County

6/10/2022
Key Features, Capabilities of Robotic Vacuum Cleaners

6/8/2022
Houston Contract Custodians Secure Two-Year Agreement, Avoid Strike

6/2/2022
Survey: Do Consumers Value Sustainability-Based Products?

6/2/2022
DOL Listening Session Available For Possible Overtime Regulation Changes

6/1/2022
National Guest Room Attendant Excellence Award Winner Announced

6/1/2022
DriSteem Hires Director of Operations

5/26/2022
Highlands Partners With Rust-Oleum

5/26/2022
United Maintenance Corporation Joins NSA

5/23/2022
Demand Rising for Robotic Vacuum Cleaners in Facilities

5/20/2022
Gaussian Robotics Changes Brand Name to “Gausium”

5/18/2022
Hawaii Passes Legislation For Significant Minimum Wage Raise

ALL CHARGED UP April 2022
How Proper Training Extends Battery Life

April 2022
Vacuum Maintenance Necessary for Daytime Cleaning Strategies

IN THE FIELD: CARPET CARE April 2022
Indoor Air Quality Factors to Consider When Choosing Vacuums

5/5/2022
Custodians Protest For Improved Wages, Labor Conditions

3/24/2022
Steve Ashkin To Discuss Hygiene Theater At Cleaning For Confidence Summit

3/22/2022
Healthcare Cleaning Forum Available At Interclean Amsterdam

3/21/2022
Nominations Open For UMF National Guest Room Attendant Excellence Award

3/9/2022
Network Appoints Chief Human Resources Officer

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS February 2022
Daytime Carpet Care Programs Benefit Workers and Employers

1/31/2022
Report: Robotic Vacuum Cleaning Market Set To Skyrocket

1/10/2022
Minimum Wage Increases Are Now In Place

1/6/2022
Platinum Equity Completes Acquisition Of Pelican Products

11/29/2021
Department Of Labor Announces Final Rule To Increase Minimum Wage

BOOST CARPET CLEANLINESS October 2021
Carpet Equipment That Helps Maintain Cleanliness

10/19/2021
Contec Hosting Second Cleanovators Virtual Summit

IAQ AND CLEAN CARPETS August 2021
How Air Filtration Prevents Illnesses

IAQ AND CLEAN CARPETS August 2021
Selecting A Safe, Ergonomic Vacuum

IAQ AND CLEAN CARPETS August 2021
Assisting End Users With Vacuum Maintenance

8/26/2021
Five Steps For Selecting The Right Industrial Vacuum Cleaner

8/24/2021
Frontline Workers Recognized With Service Awards

8/24/2021
Survey: Carpet Cleanliness Influences Visitor Confidence

8/12/2021
Tips On How Facilities Can Reduce Water Consumption

7/30/2021
Simon Institute To Host Virtual Symposium

BE AN ELITE BSC June 2021
4 Keys To Closing Sales

6/28/2021
Healthcare Leaders Hope To Prevent Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia

CASE STUDY June 2021
Delivering A Superior Clean

6/10/2021
The 5 Finalists For Canada's Best Restroom Contest

CASE STUDY June 2021
Extension Vacuum System Simplifies Dust Cleaning

6/8/2021
Reckitt To Help Disinfect Los Angeles Angels' Ballpark

6/7/2021
The Top 5 CleanLink Stories Of May

5/26/2021
Nominations Sought For Guest Room Attendant Award

5/20/2021
PuroClean's Success Continues In 2021

5/17/2021
Milwaukee Bucks, SC Johnson Partner In Arena Sustainability Effort

5/13/2021
Teen Installs Adult Changing Station Dedicated To Brother

5/10/2021
The Top CleanLink Stories From April 2021

5/6/2021
Another State Sees Its Minimum Wage Rise

SELECTING THE RIGHT BACKPACK VACUUM April 2021
Tips For Purchasing Backpack Vacuums

SELECTING THE RIGHT BACKPACK VACUUM April 2021
Ergonomic Backpack Vacuum Features

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

5/5/2021
Scientists Suggest Exposure To 'Good Germs'

4/28/2021
NBA, NHL Arenas Earn GBAC STAR

4/27/2021
5 Ways To Command Respect In The Workplace

4/27/2021
Virucide Disinfectant Approved For Commercial Use

4/20/2021
Impressive Restroom Disguised As Big Concrete Block

CASE STUDY April 2021
Vacuums Help Modernize Campus Cleaning

4/15/2021
Lawsuit Alleges Janitorial Company Exploited Immigrant Workers

4/14/2021
Reckitt Helps Kansas City Royals Disinfect Stadium

4/13/2021
400,000 Electrostatic Sprayers Recalled

4/1/2021
The Impact Of Minimum Wage And AI On Employment

3/11/2021
Three Tips To Tackling Ceiling Cleaning

3/8/2021
Milwaukee Bucks Introduce "Hand Sanitizer Cam" At Games

OPTIMIZED VACUUMS PROMOTE IAQ February 2021
Vacuum Setup Key To Quality Carpet Care

TEAM APPROACH February 2021
Keep It Simple When Disinfecting

2/12/2021
University Launches Free Online Infection Prevention Course

2/1/2021
Home of Super Bowl LV Achieves GBAC STAR

2/1/2021
How Minimum Wage Hike Impacts Janitors, Small Businesses

1/22/2021
Sodexo Names New SVP Of Business Development

1/20/2021
Bradley’s Washbar Wins Good Design Award

1/18/2021
Cleaning Accreditation Helps NBA Arenas Operate During Pandemic

1/13/2021
White House To Be Deep Cleaned During President Switch

12/23/2020
Kleenco Group Hires HR Director

12/23/2020
How To Calculate The ROI On Company Culture

12/17/2020
City Removes Face-Recognizing Restroom Dispensers

ADDING VALUE WITH VACUUM SERVICES November 2020
Equipment Training, Maintenance Retains Customers

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

ADDING VALUE WITH VACUUM SERVICES November 2020
Marketing Post-Purchase Services Pays Dividends

12/9/2020
Scientist Working On Long-Lasting, Fast-Acting Disinfectant

GET A LEG UP ON LEGIONELLA November 2020
Preventing Legionella Made Simple

11/25/2020
Helping Building Owners Fight COVID-19

CLEAN STARTS WITH CLEAN MACHINES November 2020
Machine Cleaning Programs Minimize Pathogens

CASE STUDY October 2020
Workloading And Bidding Software Help BSCs

11/9/2020
Flu Cases Remain Lower Than Usual

11/5/2020
How ABCO Products Will Celebrate America Recycles Day

11/2/2020
Deep Cleaning Does Little To Slow Drug-Resistant Bacteria

10/20/2020
ASHE Honors Hospitals For Improved Energy Use

10/13/2020
Americans Fear Public Restrooms

10/2/2020
Drones To Clean NFL Stadium After Games

9/29/2020
Vinyl Flooring Mfr. Joins Sustainability Consortium

9/24/2020
Starbucks Exec Joins Kimberly-Clark's Board

CASE STUDY September 2020
Hotel Cuts Vacuuming Time In Half With Cordless Upright

9/17/2020
Online Interclean Amsterdam To Focus On Knowledge

WHAT CUSTOMERS WANT August 2020
Pet Safe Ice Melt And Other Environmentally Friendly Options

WHAT CUSTOMERS WANT August 2020
Tracking And Other Ice Melt Issues

8/17/2020
AT&T Stadium, Hyatt Properties Earn GBAC STAR

7/28/2020
Association Calls For Changes To Restrooms

CARPET CARE June 2020
Onsite Testing Determines Restoration Equipment

7/20/2020
Hospital Housekeepers In Georgia Finally Being Thanked

7/9/2020
EPA Testing Disinfectants For Effectiveness Against COVID-19

7/7/2020
Minimum Wage Increases In States, Cities

INTRODUCING THE WINNERS June 2020
Cleaning Equipment And Accessories Winners

6/25/2020
IICRC Revises Standard For Crime Scene Cleanup

6/19/2020
NFL Stadium Passes Big Toilet Test

THE NEW NETWORKING June 2020
Reconnecting At The Virtual Cleaning Summit

6/5/2020
Proper Cleaning Vital To Refrigerated Display Case Upkeep

6/5/2020
Public Restroom Cleanliness Has Always Been Worrisome

6/4/2020
Restrictions Loosened On Hand Sanitizer Manufacturering

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

5/13/2020
Clearing Up Carpet Care Myths

THE COST OF LITHIUM April 2020
Lithium Batteries Provide Efficient, Ergonomic Floor Equipment Option

THE COST OF LITHIUM April 2020
Cost And Safety Of Lithium Batteries

4/24/2020
Companies Experience An Increase In Cleaning Demand

3/20/2020
NACD Sends Letter To President Trump Regarding Chemical Industry Operations

VETTING YOUR VACUUM SELECTION February 2020
Productivity And Ergonomic Considerations

2/28/2020
Pence To Lead Coronavirus Response

2/21/2020
Interclean Amsterdam Boasts Exhibit For Facility Managers

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

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

2/13/2020
Germ-Fighting Fabric Invented For Healthcare

2/12/2020
Infection Control Program Saves Hospital Money

2/6/2020
Network Services Company Expands Sales & Marketing Team

2/3/2020
Mats Inc. Promotes Two Executives

1/31/2020
Diversey Honored With Customer Service Award

1/29/2020
St. Louis Politician One Of Those Arrested In Janitor Protest

1/23/2020
First Case Of Coronavirus Confirmed In The U.S.

1/22/2020
Employee Retention Tips

1/16/2020
ProTeam Announces Annual Rep Award Winners

1/14/2020
Baltimore Pro Sports Stadiums Exemplify Sustainability

1/8/2020
Partnership Hopes To Squash Drug-Resistant Germs

1/8/2020
How One University Marries Green With Clean

12/20/2019
AFFLINK Welcomes 2 New Members

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

12/11/2019
BSCAI Announces CLEAN Award Winners

11/26/2019
EPA Names Safer Choice Partner Of The Year

11/21/2019
Hygiene Specialist Excellence Award Winners Named

October 2019
The Case For Electrostatic Sprayers And Hypochlorous Acid

11/13/2019
Supreme Court Sounds Off On DACA

11/11/2019
Ecolab Praised For Gender Parity

11/7/2019
Janitors Of South Florida Speak Out About Wages

11/5/2019
Mats Inc. Announces Exec Team Change

THE VALUE OF ICE MELT October 2019
Proper Ice Melt Products Mean Safer Surfaces

10/24/2019
TEAM Software Sets Annual Client Event Date

PULLING THE PLUG October 2019
Embrace Cordless Vacuum Cleaners

10/16/2019
SC Johnson Honored For Social Issue Support

10/10/2019
Toxic Workplaces Cost Businesses Billions

10/9/2019
Harvard, Earth Friendly Products Host Environmental Summit

9/26/2019
Royal Corp. Receives Humanitarian Award

9/26/2019
Education Targets Workloading, Staff Turnover, Technology And Combating Flu

9/6/2019
Janitors Protest Working Wages On Labor Day

9/5/2019
Educational Event Opens In Midwest

9/4/2019
University Still Reeling From Spring Mumps Outbreak

9/4/2019
Calculating The Cost Of Turnover

FREETIME August 2019
Making Sales And Milking Cows

8/30/2019
Company Saves $17,000 Due To DEAL Program

8/29/2019
MSNW Gains Multiple Honors

8/23/2019
Why Public Toilets Are Important

8/19/2019
What It Means When Employees Are Being “Breadcrumbed”

8/14/2019
Man’s Life Savings Accidentally Recycled

8/12/2019
Registration Open For Custodial Training Events

8/1/2019
Rubbermaid’s Parent Company, Newell, Names CEO

7/26/2019
MilliCare Launches New Franchise

7/18/2019
Large Toilet Paper Rolled Out For Millennials

7/17/2019
Pioneer Eclipse Promotes New Director Of North American Sales

7/17/2019
Employees Skipping Work Due To Immigration Raids

7/15/2019
HCPA’s Consumer Product Ingredients Dictionary To Expand

June 2019
Battery Charging Issues Aplenty

7/5/2019
Guide Designed To Promote Zero Energy Office Buildings

COVER STORY June 2019
How to Build A Quality Employee Referral Program

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

IN THE FIELD April 2019
High Vacuuming Improves Indoor Air Quality

April 2019
Control Dust Using Backpack Vacuums

April 2019
Facilities Prone To Dust Benefit From Vent Cleaning

CATCHING GHOST EMPLOYEES April 2019
A Form Of Payroll Fraud That Is Frightening

BRANDING THE RESTROOM April 2019
Customized Soap Dispensers Help School Show Pride

April 2019
Unique Paper And Hand Soap Dispensers Appeal, Too

VACUUM SUCCESS April 2019
Hospitality Facilities Create Impressions Using Vacuums

VACUUM SUCCESS April 2019
Productivity Gains Of Backpack Vacuums

PUT IT IN DRIVE April 2019
Laws, Labor Market Causing Truck Driver Shortage

CLEANING TIMES February 2019
Improve Janitorial Bids By Focusing On Product Efficiency

HOLDING ON February 2019
What BSCs Must Do To Solve Retention Woes

CONTROLLING DUST CONTROLS INFECTIONS February 2019
Using Vacuums To Fight The Spread Of Infections

CONTROLLING DUST CONTROLS INFECTIONS February 2019
Vacuum Features Best Suited For Healthcare Facilities

QUAT BINDING QUERIES February 2019
Hospitals Fight Quat Binding While Fighting Infections

QUAT BINDING QUERIES February 2019
Tips To Prevent Quat Binding

QUAT BINDING QUERIES February 2019
Alternatives To Disinfecting With Quats

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

THE RIGHT MACHINE FOR THE JOB November 2018
Selecting The Best Vacuum For Distributors' Largest Markets

November 2018
Cutting The Vacuum Cord In Offices

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

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

September 2018
Leaving A Legacy

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK September 2018
Recognizing Cleaners

10/10/2018
NAW Event To Help Distributors Reimagine Business Strategies

September 2018
Networking Events Aplenty At Annual Gathering

ATTRACTING MILLENNIALS September 2018
Company Culture, Perks Entice Young Adults

8/14/2018
BISSELL Acquires Commercial Vacuum Brand Sanitaire

CLEANING THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND August 2018
Campus Residents Push For Green And Sustainable Initiatives

CLEANING THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND August 2018
University Specializes On Strategies Resulting In Success

7/27/2018
Mid-Year Minimum Wage Hikes Hit, Impact Businesses

May 2018
Technological Changes Improve Industry

HIRING THE RIGHT MANAGER April 2018
Identifying Desirable Leadership Qualities

SEASONAL STRATEGIES FOR PEST MANAGEMENT April 2018
Prevent Pests With Regular Inspections

THE STRATEGIC SELL April 2018
PIM Systems Help Distributors Stay Organized

CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF ENCAPSULATION April 2018
Benefits Of Cleaning Carpets Using Encapsulation

CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF ENCAPSULATION April 2018
Sustainable Advantages To Encapsulation

CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF ENCAPSULATION April 2018
Putting Carpet Cleaning Polymers To The Test

CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF ENCAPSULATION April 2018
Outline When To Encapsulate Or Extract Carpeting

POWER UP April 2018
Lithium Ion Battery Use Expanding To Jan/san

April 2018
Powering Floor Cleaning Machines

April 2018
Competing Against Lead Acid Batteries

VACANCY DUE TO IMMIGRATION April 2018
DACA Dilemma Could Cause Janitorial Staffing Issues

VACANCY DUE TO IMMIGRATION April 2018
Immigration Debate To Continue Through The Fall

3/23/2018
Healthcare Forum Highlights Cleaning’s Role In Patient Safety

3/19/2018
Oklahoma State University Selects ABM To Clean Athletic Facilities

THE BENEFITS OF BRAND NAMES September 2018
Selling Commercial Versions Of Consumer Brands

September 2018
Best Markets For Consumer Cleaning Products

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

February 2018
Janitors Appreciate Switch To Battery Backpack Vacuums

February 2018
Save On Resilient Flooring Maintenance Costs With Vinyl Composition Tile Alternatives

February 2018
Flooring Innovations Require Changes To Janitorial Cleaning Procedures

February 2018
Checkups Help To Keep Employee Retention Satisfactory

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

February 2018
A Business Acquisition Built On Shared Values

February 2018
Millennium Distribution Expands Market Presence Through E-Commerce

MAXIMIZING YOUR VACUUMING SCHEDULES November 2017
Daily Vacuuming A Good Practice For High Traffic Areas

November 2017
Spot Vacuuming An Option For Cost Cutters

12/8/2017
Study Finds That C. Diff Survives On Floors After Disinfection

EXPLAINING ON-SITE GENERATION November 2017
Disinfecting With On-Site Generation Technologies

11/10/2017
Robot Designed Specifically For Hospitality Cleaning

11/6/2017
ProTeam Names New Regional Sales Manager

September 2017
Understanding Ultraviolet Light In The C Spectrum

UPRIGHTS UNPLUGGED September 2017
Battery Upright Vacuums Boost Productivity

September 2017
Cordless Vacuums Improve Safety

September 2017
Battery Backpack Vacuum Vs. Cordless Upright

September 2017
Selling Cordless Upright Vacuums

August 2017
Case Study: Switch To Backpack Vacuums Doubles Productivity

CAN-DO CANISTERS August 2017
Advantages To Canister Vacuums

CAN-DO CANISTERS August 2017
Canister Vacuums Offer Ergonomic Benefits

CAN-DO CANISTERS August 2017
Extending The Vacuum’s Reach

CAN-DO CANISTERS August 2017
Caring For Canister Vacuums

June 2017
Jan-Pro Discovers Backpack Vacuum Efficiency
When used properly, a backpack vacuum cleans two to three times faster than an upright

6/8/2017
Vacuuming: The First Line of Defense For Carpet

5/5/2017
Distributors Choose ProTeam Products For Award

April 2017
Lower Premiums Through Workplace Safety, Janitor Training

4/13/2017
Study Outlines Time And Motion Of Cordless Upright Vacuums

REDUCING OCCUPANT TOWEL CONSUMPTION February 2017
Tricks To Cut Down On Paper Towel Consumption
Although BSCs are spending their own money on the paper products in a building, they often feel helpless when it comes to limiting how much product is used

MUST-HAVE VACUUM ATTACHMENTS November 2016
Top Vacuum Tools To Upsell
Distributor sales reps share the best tools to upsell that extend the reach and cleaning power of vacuums

November 2016
Vacuum Dusting Tool, Crevice Tool Are Easy Add-ons

November 2016
Vacuum Extension Wand And Other Tools

November 2016
Focus On Low-moisture Carpet Cleaning, Vacuuming

CASE STUDY: AWARD-WINNING CLEANING SERVICE TRUSTS BACKPACK VACUUMS August 2016
Cleaning Service Employees Prefer Backpack Vacuum Cleaners

MINDFUL OF MAINTENANCE August 2016
Maintenance That Extends The Life Of Equipment
Proper upkeep of carpet equipment can extend the life of machines

June 2016
Distributors Should Know Local Plumbing Codes

June 2016
Finding Workers And The Role Of Minimum Wage Increases

COMMERCIAL VACUUMS WORTH THE HIGHER PRICE POINT April 2016
Comparing Consumer And Commercial Vacuums

April 2016
Professional Cleaning Necessitates Heavy-duty Vacuums

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

WAGE LEGISLATION AND ITS IMPACT ON CONTRACT CLEANING November 2015
What Overtime, Minimum Wage Changes Mean For Contract Cleaners

November 2015
How Will Facility Execs React To Minimum Wage Legislation?

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

November 2015
Educate End Users On Backpack Vacuums, Best Vacuum Attachments For Hard Floors

QUAT BINDING IS A SERIOUS THREAT IN FOODSERVICE FACILITIES September 2015
Binding Reduces Quaternary Ammonium Chloride Effectiveness

September 2015
How To Properly Use Quaternary Ammonium Products

CASE STUDY: CENTRAL VALLEY FRANCHISES RELY ON BACKPACK VACUUMS FOR HEALTHY IAQ September 2015
Improving Indoor Air Quality With Backpack Vacuums

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

CLOSING THE DOOR ON CARPET ODORS August 2015
Techniques For Removing Odors From Carpets

June 2015
Avoid Costly Vacuum Repairs With Cord, Filter Upkeep

WHEN CHEMICALS ARE NO LONGER EFFECTIVE June 2015
Tips To Preventing Quat Absorption

BATTERY BACKPACK VACUUMS SAVE TIME, LABOR COSTS April 2015
New Batteries Make Backpack Vacuums Lighter, Longer Lasting

April 2015
Cordless Backpack Vacuums Recoup Cost Through Saved Labor

April 2015
Battery-Powered Vacuums Improve Safety, Productivity, Maneuverability

April 2015
Serving Arizona Sports Stadiums

April 2015
Closing The Deal With University Of Phoenix Stadium

DOWN AND DIRTY: ESSENTIAL VACUUM ATTACHMENTS February 2015
The Right Vacuum Attachments Reduce Labor, Clean Safely

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

CLASS A FACILITIES DEMAND UPSCALE TOWELS AND DISPENSERS November 2014
High-end Consumables Make A Restroom Stand Out

SCHOOLS BENEFIT FROM BACKPACKS November 2014
Backpack Vacuums Improve Efficiency And Productivity

SCHOOLS BENEFIT FROM BACKPACKS November 2014
Benefits to Using Backpack Vacuums

FANS OF GREEN November 2014
Provide Cleaning Solutions For Stadiums And Arenas

ICE MELT BEST PRACTICES November 2014
Effectiveness of Ice Melt

ICE MELT BEST PRACTICES November 2014
Tips To Using Blended Salt Products For Ice Melt

ICE MELT BEST PRACTICES November 2014
Environmental Impact Of Ice Melt Products

9/10/2014
Improving IAQ And Handling Potential PCB-Containing Dust

CUTTING THE CORD August 2014
Battery Powered Backpack Vacuum Saves Time, Money

August 2014
Cordless Backpack Vacuum Perfect For School Market

August 2014
Battery Backpack Vacuum Improves Efficiencies And Morale

9/8/2014
CASE STUDY: Cleaning Under the Radar at 24-Hour Casino

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

IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY WITH BACKPACKS August 2014
Improving Ergonomics For Backpack Vacuums

IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY WITH BACKPACKS August 2014
Proper Maintenance Of Backpack Vacuums

8/20/2014
Reduce Waste With Trendy GameDay Recycling Challenge

7/28/2014
Experts Offer Best Vacuum Practices And Proper Carpet Care Tips

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

BOOST HAND WASHING COMPLIANCE May 2014
Healthcare Facilities Look To Technology To Improve Hand Hygiene

BOOST HAND WASHING COMPLIANCE May 2014
Hand Hygiene Monitoring and Surveillance Systems

BOOST HAND WASHING COMPLIANCE May 2014
Engage Staff To Increase Handwashing Compliance Rates

BOOST HAND WASHING COMPLIANCE May 2014
"Wash Your Hands" Signage, Foam Soap and Moisturizers Provide Additional Hand Hygiene Solutions

MANAGE EMPLOYEES WITH TIMEKEEPING SOFTWARE April 2014
High-tech Time Monitoring

MANAGE EMPLOYEES WITH TIMEKEEPING SOFTWARE April 2014
Make Electronic Timekeeping HR Policy

MANAGE EMPLOYEES WITH TIMEKEEPING SOFTWARE April 2014
Preventing Time Theft In The Janitorial Industry

MANAGE EMPLOYEES WITH TIMEKEEPING SOFTWARE April 2014
Staying On Top Of Employment Laws

PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
What's The Value of Cleaning Expertise?

PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
Positive Customer Experiences Can Trump Price Tags

PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
Quantifying and Documenting Value-added Services

PROVIDING VALUE: THE PROOF IS IN THE NUMBERS April 2014
Drilling Down Cleaning Customer Needs

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

VACUUMS: FINDING A PERFECT MATCH April 2014
Backpack Vacuums That Improve Productivity

VACUUMS: FINDING A PERFECT MATCH April 2014
Upright Vacuums Boost Indoor Air Quality

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

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

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

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

WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Vacuum Care And Maintenance Tips

WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE PURCHASING February 2014
Incorporating Various Types of Vacuums In Your Program

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

UPCLOSE: BUILDING A COMPLETE CARPET CARE PROGRAM November 2013
Proper Carpet Care Starts With A Plan

UPCLOSE: BUILDING A COMPLETE CARPET CARE PROGRAM November 2013
What's The Difference Between A Spot and A Stain?

UPCLOSE: BUILDING A COMPLETE CARPET CARE PROGRAM November 2013
Maintain The Life Of Carpet With Interim Cleaning

UPCLOSE: BUILDING A COMPLETE CARPET CARE PROGRAM November 2013
Minimize Downtime With Effective Carpet Extractor Machines

UPCLOSE: BUILDING A COMPLETE CARPET CARE PROGRAM November 2013
Carpet Drying Tools Reduce Resoiling

THE DIRT ON WICKING November 2013
Exposing Carpet Care Culprits That Lead To Soil Wicking

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

TURNING JANITORS INTO MANAGERS October 2013
Promote A Janitor To Manager

11/7/2013
CASE STUDY: How to Please Environmentally-Conscious Clients

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

9/25/2013
Backpack Vacuums Improve Worker Productivity

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

SHOPPING FOR A SUSTAINABLE VACUUM August 2013
Tips To Purchasing Sustainable Vacuums

SHOPPING FOR A SUSTAINABLE VACUUM August 2013
Cost vs. Value Of Sustainable Vacuums

8/27/2013
CRI Announces New Maintenance Protocol for Seal of Approval Products

LEFT OUT IN THE COLD August 2013
Standards For Green Ice Melt Are Lacking

UPCLOSE: ICE MELT August 2013
EPA Only Third-Party To Offer Green Ice Melt Certification

UPCLOSE: ICE MELT August 2013
Selling Points: Green Ice Melt Is Better For The Environment — And Effective, too

7/31/2013
Sanitaire Offers Chance To Win 10 Sanitaire Commercial Products

IN THE FIELD: SUSTAINABLE VACUUMS June 2013
Shopping For Sustainable Vacuum Cleaners

SHOPPING FOR A SUSTAINABLE VACUUM June 2013
A Durable Vacuum Is A Sustainable One

SHOPPING FOR A SUSTAINABLE VACUUM June 2013
Sustainability Includes Availability of Replacement Vacuum Parts

READY TO UNPLUG June 2013
Are Battery-Powered Vacuums Worth The Cost?

READY TO UNPLUG June 2013
Technology In Battery-Operated Vacuums Is Improving

READY TO UNPLUG June 2013
Don’t Trade Cleaning Performance For Battery-Powered Vacuums

June 2013
InsideHR: Sharing Employee Background Checks With Customers

6/27/2013
xpedx Earns ENERGY STAR Designation

BSC PROFILE: CLEANING TAKES CENTER STAGE June 2013
Major Commercial Cleaning Services Nashville’s Premier Facilities
Robert Stewart's professional journey has taken him from Music Row to owning one of Tennessee's most successful cleaning firms

CLEANING TAKES CENTER STAGE June 2013
Cleaning ‘Nowville’ — Stewart Secures Tennessee's Sacred Institutions And Up-And-Coming Spaces

CLEANING TAKES CENTER STAGE June 2013
Back To The Music Business — Sort Of

6/7/2013
Dreumex Sponsors Dutch Rally Team XDakar

6/5/2013
Ten Reasons to Have Carpets Cleaned Year Round

5/28/2013
IICRC and NFSI Partner to Prevent Slips and Falls

INSIDEHR April 2013
Asking Behavioral Questions Leads To Better Hires

5/22/2013
Developing A Carpet Maintenance Program

5/20/2013
Seven Strategies Cleaners Can Use To Reduce Asthma Triggers

STRIP AND RECOAT FLOORS LESS OFTEN April 2013
BSC's Ramp Up Floor Maintenance Programs

5/10/2013
Tips For Removing Gum and Adhesives from Carpets

5/8/2013
Oreck Corporation Looks For New Buyer

5/7/2013
Network Services Company Recognizes Top Suppliers

THE FUNDAMENTALS OF CARPET EXTRACTION April 2013
Proper Carpet Care Starts With Vacuuming

THE SOCIAL NETWORK April 2013
Hire Cleaning Professionals Faster with Social Recruiting

4/22/2013
ProTeam Appoints New Rep Groups

4/22/2013
MedAssets Recognizes Unisource As a Silver Supplier

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE: TOWEL & TISSUE April 2013
Limiting Paper Towel Consumption and Waste

4/17/2013
Mats Inc. Receives Top Awards from ADEX Program

SLAMMED April 2013
Janitorial Suppliers Prepare For The Storm

SLAMMED April 2013
After Hurricane Sandy East Coast Cleaning Professionals Get Back to Business

February 2013
Investing in a wide-area vacuum may help BSCs retain cleaning frequencies
Using a wide-area vacuum can clean more space, in less time

3/20/2013
Tips for Wearing a Backpack Vacuum Cleaner Properly

February 2013
BSC Book Review: Maximum Achievement
Maximum Achievement by Brian Tracy provides BSCs with steps to sucess

3/6/2013
Waterless Co. Honors World Plumbing Day

2/20/2013
CRI Seal Of Approval Adds Vacuum and Extractor

1/23/2013
Three Tips To Care For Carpet Tiles

1/4/2013
Five Post-Holiday Carpet Care Tips

1/4/2013
Dreumex, Gent-l-Kleen Announce Campaign Winner

12/10/2012
Facility Plumbing Tips To Help Get Through The Holidays

11/21/2012
Ten Tips for Green Carpet Care

10/29/2012
Ten Vacuum Cleaner Safety Tips

August 2012
Treating Bed Bugs
Custodial departments can use equipment already in their arsenal when treating bed bugs

August 2012
Vacuuming Furniture And Other Upholstered Surfaces
Distributors suggest custodians vacuum furniture to keep it clean and prevent premature wearing

August 2012
Partition Walls Get A Good Cleaning
Carpets aren't the only surface benefiting from the use of vacuum cleaning equipment

8/14/2012
Enviro-Solutions Selects Summit Sales as Independent Sales Agent

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE August 2012
Vacuum Bugs For Safer Pest Control
Plus, what is the size limit of objects that can be sucked up with a vacuum?

MANUFACTURER ROUNDTABLE August 2012
How To Vacuum A Room For Best Results
Different sized rooms and vacuum types require different vacuuming techniques

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
Selling The Right Wet/Dry Vacuum
Distributors need to factor in size, drainage and filters when they spec the appropriate machine for customers

June 2012
A Commercial Wet/Dry Vacuum Can Handle Any Job
Get customers to realize wet/dry vacs do more than picking up water and hard debris

6/6/2012
Survey: Vacuum Brand Loyalty High When Purchasing

5/9/2012
Survey Looks at Indoor Air Quality and Carpeting

April 2012
Reduced Vacuuming Impacts IAQ
Cutting vacuuming frequencies will adversely affect the health of building occupants

April 2012
Reducing Vacuuming Ruins Carpets
When vacuuming frequencies are cut, carpet appearance and lifespan are severely diminished

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

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

January 2012
The Museum of Clean Opens In Idaho
Varsity Facility Services Founder, Don Aslett, showcases the past, present and future of cleaning

YOUR TWO CENTS November 2011
How Is Your Company Using Twitter?

October 2011
Stadium Venues Require Flexibility In Labor, Scheduling
Servicing sports and entertainment venues keeps BSCs and janitors on their toes

EDITORIAL October 2011
BSCs Targeting New Markets For Growth

September 2011
Arizona Custodians Strap On Their Backpacks
Mesa Public Schools support the use of backpack vacuums and tout their many benefits

MANUFACTURER FORUM September 2011
Vacuuming During Day Cleaning
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors.

MANUFACTURER FORUM September 2011
Convincing Employees To Use Backpack Vacuums
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors.

MANUFACTURER FORUM September 2011
Vacuums Role In Improving Indoor Air Quality
In this article, industry manufacturers answer common questions asked by building service contractors

August 2011
More Than A Vacuum
Wet/dry vacuums offer versatility to departments, saving time and money

August 2011
Daily Maintenance Will Keep Gym Floors Beautiful

8/31/2011
National Clean Energy Summit 4.0 Addresses Efficient Buildings

August 2011
How To Recoat A Gym Floor

8/23/2011
Ohio Stadium Tosses The Trash Cans

August 2011
Wet or Dry, Vacuums Can Help
Whether used after a disaster or in everyday cleaning, adding wet/dry vacuums to the floor care arsenal can save time and money for departments

June 2011
Trending Toward Vacuums
Tackling floor cleaning challenges with vacuums that transition from hard to soft floors with ease

MANUFACTURER FORUM June 2011
Defining Common Green Paper Terminology

June 2011
Vacuuming Programs Should Include Hard Floors, Vertical Surfaces

June 2011
Vacuuming Can Improve Indoor Air Quality

WEB EXCLUSIVE May 2011
Sales Questions For Combination Machines
Distributor salespeople need to ask the right questions to match customers with the proper equipment

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

5/13/2011
Study: HEPA Filters Reduce Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

FEATURES April 2011
Penny Wise, Pound Foolish
Extending the life of carpeting through proper maintenance and due diligence

FEATURES April 2011
Clearing The Air
The role the custodial operation plays in bettering indoor air quality

CARPET CARE February 2011
Green Carpet Cleaning Includes Certified Products, Water And Energy Reduction

EDITORIAL February 2011
New Additions For A New Year

UP CLOSE: VACUUMS January 2011
Vacuums: Easy Riders
Ride-on sweeper vacuums have become efficient units for vacuuming large, carpeted facilities

INFECTION CONTROL January 2011
Check-Up On Hospital Cleaning
Changes to how hospitals are reimbursed for Medicare and Medicaid patients have cleaning staffs ramping up their cleaning efforts

FEATURES November 2010
Vacuum: Analyzing The Upright
Identifying the correct upright vacuum can make or break a carpet care program

VACUUMS August 2010
Vacuuming Hard Floors An Alternative To Sweeping, Mopping

CARPET CARE May 2010
Maintaining Carpets On Reduced Customer Budgets

UP CLOSE: VACUUMS April 2010
Quiet Carpet Care
Day cleaning is increasing the demand for low-decibel vacuums

COVER STORY March 2010
Overdue Diligence
How BSCs can avoid hiring undocumented workers

ISSA REPORTS October 2009
Updates from the Leading Association for the Cleaning Industry Worldwide

FEATURES September 2009
IAQ: Sifting Through The Rubble
Proper Vacuum Filtration Is Key To Protecting IAQ

FEATURE August 2009
Carpet Care Certifications
CRI answers the demand for environmental standards in carpet care equipment

NEWS TICKER August 2009
Price Indexing Can Fight Future Inflationary Hits

ASHKIN ON GREEN August 2009
Green Vacuuming Not Just About The Carpet

UP CLOSE: TOWEL & TISSUE July 2009
Making Sense Of Recycled Paper
Understanding the difference between recycled fiber and post consumer waste is step one to selling green paper

VACUUMS May 2009
Proper Filtration Key To Protecting IAQ

UP CLOSE: VACUUMS April 2009
Cleaning Carpets Without Tiring
Lightweight uprights may not be as powerful as traditional vacuums, but help improve worker productivity

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2009 January 2009
Green Cleaning Helps Improve IAQ

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2009 January 2009
Appropriate Upright Vacuum Use

HUMAN RESOURCES December 2008
Recruiting The Next Generation
Distributors struggle to entice young workers to join the jan/san industry

OPERATIONSLOG: CARPET CARE September 2008
Carpet Machines: Extending Their Lifespan
When filters clog, there is a loss of air flow, which can build up pressure, overheat the engine and damage the machine

FEATURE August 2008
Vacuums: The Air We Breathe
The role vacuums play in regards to indoor air quality

AROUND THE INDUSTRY August 2008
EPA To Focus On Green Claims For Disinfectants, Sanitizers

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

FEATURE May 2008
Retaining Distribution Employees
Jan/san distributors look to suppress high turnover rates

OPERATIONSLOG: VACUUMS May 2008
Reduce Operator Injuries With Safety Tips

MARKET PULSE April 2008
The Right Vacuum For The Right Type Of Facility
Supplemental features to every type of vacuum has further compartmentalized an already diverse product line

EDITORIAL April 2008
Turnover Woes Resonate With Other Industries

ASHKINONGREEN April 2008
The Greening Of Consumer Products
This year, three retail ‘giants’ launched green cleaning products. The rest won’t be far behind

MARKET PULSE March 2008
Odor Control Outside Of The Restroom
Diligent cleaning of problematic areas helps quell foul smells in facilities

2/5/2008
Consumer Reports’ Best Vacuums

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Choosing Specialty Vacuums

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE 2008 January 2008
Understanding Vacuum Maintenance

HR January 2008
Chronic Absenteeism Hindered By Hiring And Disciplinary Standards
Screen workers, establish firm rules to cut down on chronic absenteeism

12/5/2007
Museum Honors Cleaning Industry

MARKET PULSE November 2007
A Well-Rounded Approach To Carpet Care
Specific facilities or customer types have different needs - both in machines required and cleaning frequency

FREETIME October 2007
A 'Modest' Art Collector

CLEANING OPERATIONNS: VACUUMS August 2007
Lean, Green, Quiet Machines
New technology and design make vacuuming easier than ever

OPERATIONSLOG: INDOOR AIR QUALITY August 2007
Improving IAQ Takes Education And Investment
Think of a building as an ecosystem that is impacted by many different components

7/27/2007
DOL Requires Minimum Wage Posters Be Displayed

7/26/2007
Survey: Purchasing Vacuums

7/16/2007
Automatic IRAs for Small Employers

7/3/2007
New Federal Minimum Wage Takes Effect July 24, 2007

OPERATIONSLOG: ERGONOMICS July 2007
BSCs Benefit From Advances In The Science Of Ergonomics
The trend in ergonomics is coinciding with the trend in green, so things are becoming more efficient

NEWSBRIEFS June 2007
Senate Considers Bipartisan Immigration Overhaul

ASHKINONGREEN June 2007
Overcoming Early Green Cleaning Challenges
Moving your company toward green cleaning can be daunting, but the rewards are significant

5/23/2007
Vacuum Study Rates Effectiveness

OPERATIONSLOG: VACUUMS May 2007
Proper Maintenance Tips To Extend Your Vacuum’s Life
People think they can use vacuums to pick up anything on the floor, from cigar butts to sugar packs — but they’re not designed for that

4/25/2007
Employees Rank Health Insurance as Top Benefit

CLEANING OPERATIONS: CARPET CARE EQUIPMENT April 2007
Cleaning by the Clock
When time is of the essence, cleaners can benefit from the use of ‘multi-task’ extractors

MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE April 2007
Vacuum Cleaners' Role In Cleaning For Health
Choosing the right vacuum cleaner can help rid a facility of indoor air pollutants. Distributors provide insight on everyday maintenance methods that will improve vacuum performance

CONTRACTINGINSIGHTS April 2007
The Hidden Costs Of Minimum Wage
BSCs will have to decide whether they can afford the cost of higher wages or absorb the cost of increased turnover

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

NEWSBRIEFS February 2007
Federal Minimum Wage May Increase For First Time In 10 Years

1/17/2007
Green Label Vacuum Program Lauded by Martha Stewart

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
CARPET CARE
Choosing The Right Vacuum

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
CARPET CARE
Advancements In Vacuum Features

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL'S FIELD GUIDE January 2007
CARPET CARE
Expanding Vacuums With Attachments

11/10/2006
CRI Meets With Wal-Mart Buyers

11/9/2006
Election Results May Help Minimum-Wage Workers

MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE November 2006
The Cream Of The Carpet Care Crop
Manufacturers sound off on why their high-end equipment is worth every penny

10/25/2006
CRI and AHAM Agree on Transition of Vacuum Cleaner Program

CLEANING OPERATIONS: VACUUMS August 2006
What are the Factors Driving Vacuum Purchases?
Experts break it down into four steps when choosing the right piece of equipment

OPERATIONSLOG May 2006
Vacuums: Cleaning Niche Markets May Require Specialty Vacuums

MARKET PULSE: CARPET CARE April 2006
Vacuum Accessories: The Top 10 Selling Factors
From cost and durability to noise and repairs, in-house cleaning specialists share their preferences for vacuum cleaner features and accessories

BUSINESS MANUAL: ON THE SALES SIDE January 2006
Selling Requires Major-League Skill

BIZ101 October 2005
Speak Positive: Eliminate Trash Talk For Greater Success

GREENGUIDE September 2005
Green Cleaning: A Vacuum Is A Vacuum - Right?

CLEANING OPERATIONS: VACUUMS August 2005
Vacuuming 101: The Significance of Soil Removal
Your vacuuming game plan starts with an understanding of how critical the process is to your overall mission

CLEANING OPERATIONS: ACCESSORIES June 2005
Tools that Extend Vacuums’ Use Beyond Walking Surfaces
How to choose attachments that best fit vacuums and applications

OPERATIONSS LOG May 2005
Are Your Vacuums Older Than Dirt? Update Them
Vacuums

CLEANING OPERATIONS: VACUUMS September 2004
Draw More Dirt from Vacuums
Machines that meet performance criteria and fit your facility needs will achieve the best results — if they are maintained properly

HUMAN RESOURCES July 2004
Information At Hand
Policy memos piling up? Consolidate with a company handbook

CLEANING OPERATIONS: CARPET CARE May 2004
Quality Equipment: Your carpet depends on it
How to make the right selection when it comes to specifying costly extractors and vacuums

HUMAN RESOURCES May 2004
Taming Turnover
Are employees walking out as fast as they walked in? Put the brakes on it

HUMAN RESOURCES March 2004
Belief and Business
Commonsense tips for respecting your workers' religious expression

OPERATIONS LOG January 2004
Make Your Vacuums Work For Your Workers
Safety: Vacuum Ergonomics