Trade Show Education Roundup
Business and Management
ISSA/INTERCLEAN® North America 2015 offered nearly 50 education sessions for professionals in the commercial cleaning and facilities management industries.
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ArticleThe Whittaker Company innovated low-moisture encapsulation cleaning over 25 years ago.
ArticleIf your cleaning company is trying to cut costs, streamline communication, and win new business, take a look at CleanTelligent Software.
ArticleThe PathoSans system generates cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting solutions—for just pennies per gallon—using electrolysis, tap water, and salt. Using advanced physics, PathoSans eliminates the need for pumps for the electrolytic generator, producing an on-site generation of greener cleaners simply and cost-effectively.
AeraMax® Professional is a commercial grade air purifier that can eliminate airborne flu particles and features patented EnviroSmart™ technology that automatically adjusts based on changing conditions within the room. Its granular-activated carbon filter completely absorbs odors and VOCs without the use of chemicals for a hazardous-free clean. This product is available in both floor-standing and wall-mounted units.
Reliant™ AGM with C-Max Technology™ is engineered to increase performance, reduce downtime, and extend the battery life of floor cleaning equipment. It is also designed to power equipment for locations where regulatory mandates require the use of non-spillable batteries, such as airports, healthcare facilities, shopping centers, and educational institutions. AGM batteries are low-temperature tolerant, and shock and vibration resistant.
IRIS Asset Manager was developed with a focus on providing customers easy access to powerful insights. Using a desktop, laptop, or tablet to access information, the IRIS dashboard is accessible through the My Tennant portal, displaying clear charts and graphs of critical data points. IRIS allows users to view machine usage and email critical alerts.
Dreumex's EX4000 dispenser holds three hand cleansers, which remove medium to extreme industrial soilings. The dispenser contains a four-liter cartridge, which will give approximately 800 hand washes per cartridge. The dispenser features a special “anti-leak” exit valve and a new pump with every new cartridge for improved hygiene. The powerful pump ensures full usage of the product.
Configure is a made-to-order modular recycling system that can be tailored to complement the design of commercial environments. Customers can select from different receptacle sizes, color options, and finishes, and can insert graphics and logo options. Configure also features an easy-access front door that allows for ergonomic emptying of waste and a magnetic connection that keeps containers arranged in an order that best fits the space.
The CTF Ultra™ dispenser is Deb’s high-end counter mounted foaming soap dispenser. TouchFREE technology eliminates many points of contact with germy surfaces. One set of D-cell batteries will last up to three years or 90,000 hand washes. This product features a smart sensor to automatically detect hands, and a low-refill and low-battery LED indicator to notify facilities when maintenance is required.
The Unger Stingray is for cleaning indoor glass and windows, glass partitions, showcases, mirrors, glass refrigerator doors, elevators, washable doors, tables, etc. The Stingray makes cleaning high spaces easier with a reach of up to 18 feet and also features a low-profile, triangular head for cleaning hard-to-reach areas. With no open-air spray, the Stingray is ideal for public areas.
The VersaClean portable lineup includes two 200-PSI models and two 500-PSI models that are ideal for carpet cleaning, and an adjustable high-pressure unit for multi-surface cleaning called the 1200MS. The units incorporate a dual-stage vacuum motor featuring a 6.6-inch-diameter fan. The 1200MS multi-surface cleaning unit offers adjustable pressure in addition to auto-fill and auto-pump out functions.
The Bona® SuperCourt™ Athletic Floor Care System is ideal for any type of athletic wood floor and is specifically designed for primary and secondary school environments. The Bona SuperCourt Floor Care System includes various finishes, water-based game line paint, floor cleaner concentrate, mops, and microfiber pads. All finishes and cleaners are water-based, VOC compliant, and Greenguard Gold-certified for indoor air quality.
NexSys® Thin Plate Pure Lead (TPPL) technology batteries use only the highest purity lead in the positive and negative plates, and a high-purity sulfuric acid to minimize the potential risk of corrosion and sulfation common to conventional lead-acid batteries. Virtually maintenance-free, these batteries feature AGM separators that provide high-electrolyte absorption and stability to help enhance cyclic capability.
The Pro Series Smart Mix ProTM/MC dilution control system in a pouch is ideal for smaller businesses with tight budgets and limited storage space. To mix the solution, add one gallon of water to the pouch, close the cap, and burst the inner pouch of a concentrated chemical by squeezing it. Smart Mix Pro creates less plastic waste than traditional ready-to-use quart bottles and reduces transportation energy consumption.
The M-PWR™40v system includes a cordless and upright option. The cordless backpack maximizes productivity by allowing the user to swap batteries without removing the backpack; a HEPA filter and self-sealing disposable bag traps dust and reduces emissions. The cordless upright has a hose and tools for above-floor cleaning. A diagnostic panel displays the battery level and alerts users to issues with filters, brush jams, or if bags are full or clogged.
KCP Advantage is a new website and mobile app designed to help distributors grow their businesses by providing access to Kimberly-Clark Professional product information. KCP Advantage enables distributors to estimate segment-specific product usage; cross-reference products to identify the best Kimberly-Clark Professional solutions; simplify product options with recommendations, and claim rewards via direct access to the KCPzone rewards program.
SpillFix® Industrial Organic Absorbent is now available in the United States and Canada. Made of 100 percent renewable organic material, SpillFix instantly absorbs hazardous liquid spills, including oils, fuels, solvents, paints, and chemicals. SpillFix is made from a byproduct of the coconut, which is an organic, renewable resource that is non-carcinogenic, contains no chemicals, and is silica free.
The battery-operated BD 17/6 Compact Scrubber is perfect for small-to-medium sized spaces, or hard-to-clean areas underneath counters where a custodian would traditionally use a mop. The BD 17/6 offers a six-gallon recovery tank and an integrated parabolic squeegee for immediate solution pickup. The system has an eco-friendly AGM battery that also requires minimal maintenance.
Vectair V-Air® SOLID multi-phasing air freshener is VOC-exempt, free from any aerosols, propellants, and batteries—categorizing it as one of the safest air fresheners available. The Vectair V-Air® SOLID cartridge, is constructed from ceramic, infused with perfumes, and then complemented by an integrated internal-fragrance core. These combine and diffuse key fragrance note that is subtly different.
The oneSAFE Single-Glove Dispensing System line is a proprietary dispensing system for food service and health care that enables users to pull out a single glove by the cuff and put it on without touching the glove’s handling surface. This simple difference reduces the risk of cross-contamination. The oneSAFE system decreases waste by helping to control the number of gloves pulled.
The Fill Station from CleanCore™ Technologies is available as a compact system that fits underneath sinks, in janitorial closets, or mounts to walls for easy distribution of the CleanCore solution. The aqueous ozone is produced on site and on demand, eliminating the need to store most chemical cleaners. CleanCore also helps to control and eliminate odors.
EPAY Systems introduces Blueforce7™, a cloud-based time and attendance system that offers managers and payroll administrators streamlined time tracking and labor management. From a single platform, users can track and manage complex variables, including blended overtime, wage rates, shift differentials, schedules, and labor laws to streamline payroll administration and reduce compliance risk.
The SWINGOBOT 1650, a green, hands-free robotic floor scrubber, uses an advanced four-stage purification system to provide clean, reusable water. A built-in UV light kills bacteria and viruses in the cleaning water, limiting the spread of infections. SWINGOBOT has nine pre-programmed cleaning patterns to autonomously clean floors in areas such as hallways and lobbies, which can free up employees for other tasks.
Cleano, a lightweight indoor window cleaning system, allows you to easily clean those hard-to-reach spots without the hassle of moving furniture. Cleano is ideal for indoor glass, windows, walls, glass partitions, elevator walls and doors, counters, and workbenches. With Cleano, which is available in multiple sizes, you can work safely from the ground but reach up to 50 feet high.
Advance introduces the FM810 ST and XP orbital floor machines. Both the FM810 SP standard model and XP deluxe model improve operator productivity by getting floors cleaner with fewer passes thanks to a 1.5-horsepower motor, 160 pounds of down pressure, and a 3,540-rpm pad driver. Thanks to strategically placed vibration-dampening materials, the FM810 is quiet, even at high speeds.
3M Stainless Steel Cleaner and Protector is a water-based, oil-free cleaner designed to clean pesky fingerprints, smudges, and stains. A protective layer builds up with repeated use, making it easier to clean stainless steel surfaces. Scotchgard technology allows for less frequent cleaning and easier spot cleaning. This cleaner is designed for facilities such as hospitals, schools, offices, and retail spaces.