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Five Technologies That Clean the Air
April 14, 2026 Jeff Cross

Five Technologies That Clean the Air

Despite the sprawling variety of air purifiers on the market, every one of them uses some combination of just five technologies: filters, ionizers, ozone generators, ultraviolet light, and ultraviolet light with a target plate.

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Novonesis
April 10, 2026 Sponsored by Novonesis

The Chemistry Behind the Clean: Detergents and Enzymes in Medical Device Reprocessing

Cleaning is the foundation of effective medical device reprocessing (MDR)—and not all detergents are created equal.

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Lysol Pro Solutions brand
March 12, 2026 Sponsored by Lysol Pro Solutions

The Next Evolution of Air! Lysol Air Sanitizer for Modern Facilities

James Nadeau with Reckitt, the company behind the Lysol Pro Solutions brand, explains the research behind that expectation and introduces Lysol Air Sanitizer.

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The Effects of Permacrisis on Facility Security
March 12, 2026 Mary Gates

The Effects of Permacrisis on Facility Security

Constant challenges such as economic volatility, climate emergencies, cyber threats, and regulatory pressure, create a disruption condition known as permacrisis.

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Healthcare Hygiene and Cleaning Go High-Tech Against HAIs
February 13, 2026 Kathleen Misovic

Healthcare Hygiene and Cleaning Go High-Tech Against HAIs

Technology, such as RFID sensors and ultraviolet light disinfection is taking an old problem—the transmission of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)—and looking at new ways to prevent it.

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Modernizing Facility Security With Drones
February 9, 2026 Dennis Crowley

Modernizing Facility Security With Drones

A hybrid security model, combining drone surveillance and human oversight with robotic consistency and AI-powered insights, is becoming the new standard.

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Using Robotics for Competitive Advantage
January 19, 2026 Allen P. Rathey

Using Robotics for Competitive Advantage

Intelligent cleaning technology can help cleaning professionals if they are mindful about what they expect this technology to accomplish and can afford it.

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Tru-D Care
January 7, 2026 Sponsored by Tru-D

Inside Tru-D SmartUVC: The Importance of Service and Upkeep for UVC Disinfection

In this episode of Straight Talk!, we examine the technology behind UVC disinfection and what it takes to keep it operating at its peak long after installation.

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PDI
January 7, 2026 Sponsored by PDI

One Wipe. One Minute. One Solution. PDI Raises the Standard for Infection Prevention

This DemoXperience also highlights the needs of environmental services (EVS) teams, who don’t have time for complicated systems or messy refills.

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7 Blind Spots Threatening Business Growth in 2026
December 24, 2025 Jeff Cross

7 Blind Spots Threatening Business Growth in 2026

Forward-thinking entrepreneurs will focus on key business elements and define which businesses survive the next few years.

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ohn Howell and John Harp of Novonesis and Brandon Beyer of Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions
December 15, 2025 Sponsored by Novonesis

Inside the Art of Cleaning—and What Happens When It Fails

This discussion focuses on the “art of cleaning,” a lighthearted label the panel adopts to describe the well-known cleaning wheel.

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Univar Solutions
December 9, 2025 Jeff Cross

The Clean Revolution: Chemical, Smart Tech, Biomes, and Robotic Forces Converge

Chemical advancements, intelligent sensors, robotic systems, and advanced microbial technologies are converging to redefine cleaning processes.

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Dean Mercado
December 1, 2025 Jeff Cross

The AI Employee Era Is Coming Faster Than You Think

From defining what an AI employee is, to identifying the roles they can play, to preparing your team and systems now—this conversation gives you the roadmap to leverage next-generation AI in your business.

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Chris Arlen
November 24, 2025 Jeff Cross

Proposals: From AI Draft to Human Win

In this episode, Chris Arlen, founder of revenue-IQ, joins us to unpack how AI is reshaping proposal writing—from automating repetitive tasks to enhancing strategic insight.

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Joe Lalley
November 24, 2025 Jeff Cross

Human vs. The Machine

Joe Lalley shares how asking better questions helps teams move from routine to innovation, strengthens collaboration, and leads to smarter decisions.

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The Clean Test Showdown: Lumitester Smart vs Conventional Methods
November 20, 2025 Sponsored by Kikkoman Biochemifa Company

The Clean Test Showdown: Lumitester Smart vs Conventional Methods

Kikkoman Biochemifa Company's Alissa Shida and ISSA's Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner demonstrate the Kikkoman A3 Lumitester Smart detection system.

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