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Training
CMM spoke with Marilyn Clifton about her environmental services (EVS) strategies as senior manager of support services at La Rabida Children’s Hospital in Chicago.
ArticleThe Road to EV Charging
Facility Management
Experts expect EV sales to continue to boom this year, with more than 15 new EV models hitting the U.S. market, supplemented by generous purchase incentives and improving charging infrastructure.
ArticleBy renting the appropriate lift, you can safely and cost-effectively complete your facility's festive vision, keeping the season jolly.
ArticleImprove Your Cleaning Protocols With GBAC STAR™
Infection Control
GBAC STAR facilities demonstrate their commitment to supporting a high-performance cleaning and maintenance program to maintain a hygienic indoor environment.
ArticleConquer Dust With Regular Cleaning
Hard Floors
Keeping up with dust removal is essential for protecting the health of facility occupants and the reputation of your business.
ArticleHealth First—Cleaning for Health Versus Appearance and Smell
Health and Safety
Health First, a free webinar presented by Cleaning & Maintenance Management, provides strategies for starting—or enhancing—a cleaning for health program.
VideoThe Baby Changing Station Boom
Products
Baby changing stations built into restroom sinks are an innovation that can improve user experience and boost your facility’s image.
ArticleWatch CMM’s latest webinar for guidance on identifying floor types and their proper maintenance requirements, along with tips to help you tackle scratches, scuffs, and stains with confidence.
ArticleThe Science Behind the Shine
Hard Floors
With an increase in concrete flooring in commercial properties, it’s important to understand the intricacies of the polishing process, including the machinery, diamond abrasives, and chemical treatments involved in achieving different levels of gloss and clarity.
ArticleContrary to what many people believe, stone floors, such as marble and granite, can be a low maintenance and durable option, depending on where you install them.
ArticleImplementing a vacuuming routine in your facility will keep the carpet clean and help extend its lifespan.
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