Flooding, Fungi, and Flooring
Facility Management
Discover not only how to choose the correct flooring for a flood-prone facility, but how to choose one that fits the look, feel, and overall needs of your particular building.
ArticleChoosing the right flooring for flood-prone facilities
Discover not only how to choose the correct flooring for a flood-prone facility, but how to choose one that fits the look, feel, and overall needs of your particular building.
ArticleResilient flooring, polished concrete, and ceramic tile are among the most common types of hard floors found in nonresidential buildings. Facility managers need to consider whether each type of flooring's strengths, weaknesses, and upkeep requirements make sense for their buildings.
ArticleIf you’ve been avoiding having to replace old, dilapidated flooring due to cost concerns, you might want to check out the new technology that can help you update your flooring for less money.
ArticleWhat are you doing to ensure that the cleaning service you choose for your facility will provide the highest quality? Check out these key factors to consider before you make your decision.
ArticlePeople or activity can kick the dust and allergens from the floor into the air—therefore into the “breathing zone” for sensitive individuals.
ArticleWhether you’re an environmental services worker in a hospital or a custodian in a school or office, the first piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) you most likely reach for is a pair of disposable gloves.
ArticleBirgit Rutledge is committed to providing her staff with a living wage along with benefits. She provides all her workers with medical, vision, and dental insurance; a 401K; and paid vacation and holidays.
ArticleWhile achieving goals with sustainability can feel like just another burdensome responsibility, embracing sustainable practices and viewing them in a positive light can help you take full advantage of the opportunities sustainability presents.
ArticleThe first step to a cost-effective floorcare program is increasing the frequency of basic maintenance routines. Well-maintained floors require less-frequent strip and recoating.
ArticleKärcher has long been known as a global leader for commercial cleaning equipment and continues to be successful with the introduction of Kärcher Intelligent Robotic Applications, or KIRA.
Article“The Blacktop,” is a painted wood athletic floor at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan, that is so unique it earns a mention on the Athletics Center O’rena’s Wikipedia page. Oakland University custodians rely on on the battery-powered AutoVac Stretch™ from Kaivac to keep The Blacktop in top shape.
ArticleAfter an East Coast school district implemented a Betco floor-care system, the floor stripping and refinishing processes at the schools have been shortened to one-third of the time.
ArticleAmeripolish’s daily SmartFloor™ Maintenance System includes the SmartFloor Daily Maintenance Pad and rejuvenating cleaner. The pad features an innovative composite resin abrasive technology that gently refines the surface while cleaning.
ArticleSince ACS introduced the metal sponge in 1939, we have expanded into nonwoven hand pads, sponges, mops, brooms, brushes, and finally floor pads in the early 2000s.
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