Cleaning / Custodial / Pest Control - FMLink https://www.fmlink.com/product-service-category/building-systems-om/cleaning-custodial-pest-control/ Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:25:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://www.fmlink.com/content/uploads/2025/06/cropped-fmlink-favicon-32x32.png Cleaning / Custodial / Pest Control - FMLink https://www.fmlink.com/product-service-category/building-systems-om/cleaning-custodial-pest-control/ 32 32 How ABM is redefining facility management across industries https://www.fmlink.com/how-abm-is-redefining-facility-management-across-industries/ Mon, 02 Jun 2025 15:42:05 +0000 https://v4.fmlink.client.tagonline.com/?post_type=product-service&p=49051 Every day, 6 billion square feet of space are transformed into cleaner, safer, and more efficient environments — and it’s all thanks to one company’s visionary approach to facility management....

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Every day, 6 billion square feet of space are transformed into cleaner, safer, and more efficient environments — and it’s all thanks to one company’s visionary approach to facility management. While we don’t always think about the impact a facility’s cleaning strategy has, the facts are there: student attendance, employee satisfaction and safety, even manufacturing efficiency all depend on proper maintenance. For over a century, ABM has helped clients see so-called support services as more than cost centers. The company’s facility solutions directly tie in to its partners’ core missions.

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Each industry may see unique benefits in the cleaning strategies ABM offers. Image courtesy of ABM

A facility’s appearance makes a first and lasting impression on guests, tenants and employees. The right partner garners trust through their presence and efforts. It also sets an expectation for excellence across your organization. It’s the very reason over 21,000 clients rely on ABM to enhance their operations. ABM’s tech-enabled, predictive maintenance keeps maintenance crews lean and efficient through demand-based resourcing. Smart monitoring identifies issues and alerts the closest team member to mitigate situations before they become work orders.

Across all kinds of industries, results speak for themselves. For schools and universities, healthier environments improve cognition while reducing absenteeism due to illness. Occupant satisfaction improves in office buildings, which justifies higher rents. Manufacturers avoid costly slips, falls and production defects.

Each industry may see unique benefits in the cleaning strategies ABM offers. However, the national facility solutions provider is able to leverage learnings in one category and apply them to others. Its depth of knowledge and breadth of services translate into innovative practices that benefit the company’s entire portfolio. With clients across the country, ABM has the scale to demand competitive contracts from suppliers, and a robust pipeline of qualified candidates to serve on facilities’ frontlines.

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ABM blends the benefits of scale with attention to detail. Image courtesy of ABM

Zoom in and you’ll find over 250 ABM offices around the country. This translates into a more responsive, empathetic partner for clients. Recently, ABM worked with a New Jersey school district to execute a typical 60-day transition period in a month. The company was able to retain 90% of the previous custodial provider’s employees and train new team members. Additionally, ABM donated $10,000 to food-insecure families.

A key point of differentiation is the company’s approach. Cleaning and janitorial services aren’t just overhead. They are essential to an organization’s mission and the health of its community. Clients want to cut costs but not corners. They want a cost-effective solution without compromise. ABM delivers tailored strategies that align with its clients’ budget and core mission.

For over 100 years, ABM has helped facilities welcome their guests and tenants to cleaner, healthier, more efficient environments. The company blends the benefits of scale with attention to detail.

To see how ABM can align your cleaning needs with your organization’s objectives, visit ABM or or call 866.624.1520.

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ABM Performance Solutions offers greater outcomes for the life of your building https://www.fmlink.com/abm-performance-solutions-offers-greater-outcomes-for-the-life-of-your-building/ Fri, 02 May 2025 22:37:02 +0000 https://v4.fmlink.client.tagonline.com/?post_type=product-service&p=38519 ABM Performance Solutions is an innovative approach designed to optimize facility performance, focusing on delivering measurable results that benefit both the building and its occupants. Rather than simply providing passive,...

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ABM Performance Solutions is an innovative approach designed to optimize facility performance, focusing on delivering measurable results that benefit both the building and its occupants. Rather than simply providing passive, cost-centered facility management, ABM Performance Solutions introduces a proactive, customized, and data-driven model. This shift ensures that facility operations go beyond routine maintenance, helping organizations achieve their financial, operational, sustainability, and workplace experience goals. ABM Performance Solutions enhances uptime, output, and long-term efficiency — all with a single point of contact from ABM.

Proactive, outcome-driven facility management

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ABM Performance Solutions provides a unified, cohesive team that puts outcomes first. This results in enhanced efficiency across all aspects of your facility. Whether it’s engineering, HVAC, power management, cleaning, landscaping, parking management, or building technology, ABM Performance Solutions integrates these services seamlessly, allowing businesses to reduce costs while improving productivity and sustainability.

ABM is more than a provider — we’re a strategic facility partner. With a wide array of offerings, ABM Performance Solutions ensures that your buildings operate smoothly, efficiently, and sustainably. Additionally, ABM focuses on occupant support, providing services that enhance employee and occupant satisfaction, health, and safety.

Customizable solutions for your facility

ABM Performance Solutions stands out by offering solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of each client. Understanding the unique risk profile and long-term goals of a facility allows ABM to create customized services that align with business priorities. By taking a consultative approach, ABM ensures that the solutions are relevant, efficient, and effective in achieving your goals.

Every facility is different, and ABM recognizes that a one-size-fits-all approach isn’t effective. Whether managing capital expenditures or optimizing energy systems, ABM integrates technical expertise and service flexibility to deliver the best outcomes. From microgrid infrastructure to vertical transportation systems, ABM Performance Solutions addresses every aspect of your building’s lifecycle.

The importance of data and technology in facility optimization

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Technology is at the heart of ABM Performance Solutions. ABM utilizes predictive analytics, smart building capabilities, and IoT sensors to monitor and optimize facility systems in real time.

ABM Connect™ is the end-to-end platform that unites all of this. Data from the team member application flows directly into your client platform, allowing you transparency and connectivity into services from ABM. The information gives the operational leaders at ABM the power of data-driven decision making to ensure you benefit from continuous improvement.

This data-driven approach allows ABM to manage assets proactively, minimizing downtime and maximizing performance. Data transparency is key, and ABM provides actionable insights that help businesses track the performance of their facilities over time.

ABM Connect™ also includes visual dashboards that offer real-time data on everything from energy usage to occupant experience, enabling clients to optimize operations and meet sustainability targets. The integration of data helps organizations stay ahead of challenges, whether it’s energy conservation, carbon footprint reduction, or improving the facility’s environment.

Achieving sustainability goals

ABM Performance Solutions integrates sustainability into every aspect of facility management. To go beyond short-term fixes, ABM focuses on energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact over the long term — making your facility more sustainable.

ABM has already demonstrated success in sustainability initiatives, such as the installation of over 26,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and saving energy every step of the way. Sustainability programs from ABM also help clients meet their sustainability targets while improving indoor air quality for staff and occupants. This commitment to sustainability ensures that facilities not only perform well, but do so in an environmentally responsible way.

Measurable outcomes and cost savings

ABM Performance Solutions ensures that every service has a direct impact on the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability of your building. This results in a positive financial impact, with businesses experiencing significant cost savings, reduced operational expenses, and improved ROI. With a single provider managing all services, ABM helps reduce the number of subcontractors and middleman fees, further driving down costs.

In addition to financial savings, ABM Performance Solutions helps businesses extend the life of their buildings and equipment by improving asset management and reducing the need for costly repairs or replacements. The proactive approach ensures that businesses can rely on their facilities without disruption, optimizing operations for greater productivity, profitability, and occupant well-being.

Simplified facility management

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Managing a facility can be a complex and time-consuming task, especially when multiple subcontractors are involved. ABM Performance Solutions simplifies this by offering a single point of contact for all facility services. In fact, ABM will have an experienced team member on site — this streamlines communication, reduces administrative burdens, and enhances accountability. With one unified team overseeing all aspects of facility management, businesses can focus on their core operations while leaving facility optimization to the experts.

Future-proofing your facility

The ability to future-proof a facility is crucial as organizations navigate changing market conditions, shifting expectations, and evolving technology. ABM Performance Solutions supports businesses in adapting to these changes by providing forward-thinking solutions that anticipate future needs. Whether it’s upgrading HVAC systems for energy efficiency or preparing for increased occupant expectations, ABM helps you stay ahead of the curve.

Why ABM Performance Solutions?

ABM Performance Solutions offers a comprehensive, outcomes-driven approach to facility management. Whether you’re looking to reduce operational costs, meet sustainability goals, or enhance the workplace experience, ABM Performance Solutions provides the tools and expertise needed to achieve all these objectives—and more. With a customized, data-driven approach, ABM ensures that your facility performs at its best, now and in the future.

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Possibility, now available in square feet https://www.fmlink.com/possibility-now-available-in-square-feet/ Thu, 01 May 2025 20:18:20 +0000 http://v4.fmlink.client.tagonline.com/possibility-now-available-in-square-feet/ Whether you’re managing a small office or a corporate campus, you understand the challenges of quality facility management. As your facility partner, ABM specializes in caring for every square foot...

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Whether you’re managing a small office or a corporate campus, you understand the challenges of quality facility management. As your facility partner, ABM specializes in caring for every square foot of your property with a skilled team that exceeds expectations — so you can focus on your business.

Our comprehensive services go beyond basic upkeep, ensuring your environment is consistently clean, safe and efficient. From routine maintenance to handling complex issues, we work closely with you to understand the unique needs of your facility, delivering tailored solutions that improve productivity and tenant satisfaction.

With our expertise, you can also tap into innovative technologies that are designed to reimagine the way your facility is managed. When striving for sustainability goals, our best practices will help reduce energy costs and enhance the longevity of your assets — just another step in future-proofing your facility. Our team’s proactive approach prevents problems before they arise, ensuring smooth operations and minimal disruptions. 

Trust ABM to manage every facet of your facility, giving you peace of mind and the freedom to drive your business forward with confidence.

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Nilfisk, Airbotx, CloroxPro rank among winners of ISSA Show 2024 cleaning innovation awards https://www.fmlink.com/nilfisk-airbotx-cloroxpro-rank-among-winners-issa-show-2024-cleaning-innovation-awards/ Sat, 14 Dec 2024 08:00:27 +0000 http://v4.fmlink.client.tagonline.com/nilfisk-airbotx-cloroxpro-rank-among-winners-issa-show-2024-cleaning-innovation-awards/ December 17, 2024 — ISSA Show North America 2024 named the winners of the Innovation Award Program at the November event, highlighting the latest  products and solutions revolutionizing the global...

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December 17, 2024 — ISSA Show North America 2024 named the winners of the Innovation Award Program at the November event, ISSA Show 2024 Innovative Leaders Award Program badgehighlighting the latest  products and solutions revolutionizing the global cleaning sector.

Judged by a panel of industry leaders, including representatives from key councils, committees, and organizations across the sector, as well as an industry editor and a buying group representative, the group selects one winner in each category and two honorees. The winners of this year’s awards are on display in the Innovation Showcase and Theatre on the expo floor.

ISSA Show 2024 Innovation Awards

Nilfisk’s SC25 Autonomous Scrubber (slate gray)
Nilfisk’s SC25 Autonomous Scrubber won the Automation and Equipment Innovation of the Year award. Source: ISSA Show

Automation and Equipment Innovation of the Year: Nilfisk’s SC25 Autonomous Scrubber took the top honor. Additional honorees include Robovox Distributions GmbH for its ZACO X1000 Robot Vacuum Cleaner and Sparkoz Technology Corp. for its TN10 Cleaning Systems.

Business Technology and Digital Services of the Year: Otuvy Inc. received the award for its Otuvy operational software. Honorees in this category include CleanSmart Academy’s Animated Training Kit and Janitorial Manager’s Cleaning Management System.

Facility Solution Care Products Innovation of the Year: Airbotx was awarded for its Airbotx 390X Air Cleaner. Honorees include Diamabrush’s Cylindrical Polishing Tools and CLR PRO MAX™ for its Industrial Descaler.

Hygiene Solution Innovation of the Year: OPHARDT Hygiene earned the award for its PRAESIDIO® hand sanitizer dispenser. Honorees include GP PRO enMotion® Paper Towel Dispensers with ECON Mode and Remco, Vikan Co.’s HyGo Mobile Cleaning Station.

Environmental and Sustainability Innovation: CloroxPro’s EcoClean Disinfecting Wipes took the award, with honorees including ABCO Products Inc. for its DSOLV dissolvable non-plastic bags and ONYX Solutions for the SXi Lithium-Ion Battery Floor Machine.

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CloroxPro’s EcoClean Disinfecting Wipes took the Environmental and Sustainability Innovation award. Source: ISSA Show

Participating exhibitors showcase products and technologies that have made an impact in the commercial, institution, and residential cleaning community by addressing key challenges that industry professionals aim to solve in daily operations while protecting and prioritizing the health of occupants.

Ed Nichols, ISSA Show North America show director, stated:

The Innovation Showcase exemplifies the ingenuity and passion that defines the industry. Each new idea is crafted to drive business growth as well as to deliver solutions that positively impact billions of lives around the world. The commitment to safety, sustainability, and precision is evident in every product showcased.

For more information on the Innovative Leaders Awards and to view the full list of participants, visit the ISSA Show 2024.

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Maverik – “Adventure’s First Stop” gas station in Utah clinches Cintas Corp.’s 2024 “America’s Best Restroom” title https://www.fmlink.com/maverik-adventures-first-stop-gas-station-in-utah-clinches-cintas-corp-s-2024-americas-best-restroom-title/ Tue, 03 Dec 2024 17:25:12 +0000 https://v4.fmlink.client.tagonline.com/?post_type=product-service&p=1680 Posted by Johann Nacario — November 26, 2024 — Cintas Corporation has named Maverik – Adventure’s First Stop in Salt Lake City, Utah, as the 2024 America’s Best Restroom contest winner. As...

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Posted by Johann Nacario — November 26, 2024 — Cintas Corporation has named Maverik – Adventure’s First Stop in Salt Lake City, Utah, as the 2024 America’s Best Restroom contest winner. As this year’s winner, Maverik’s restrooms earned an array of prizes from Cintas. This includes a Cintas UltraClean restroom cleaning service and $2,500 in Cintas products and services for restroom cleaning or facility management (FM) to ensure their restrooms leave a clean and memorable impression, along with a coveted spot in the America’s Best Restroom Hall of Fame.

"America's Best Restroom" Maverick restroom interior with wood-grain panels and mountain scenes
Maverik – Adventure’s First Stop in Salt Lake City, Utah, was crowned America’s Best Restroom for 2024. Source: Cintas

Maverik’s restrooms deserve recognition for their commitment to cleanliness and comfort, with sparkling fixtures, spacious stalls and fresh amenities that make each pit stop along your adventure a pleasant experience. Maverik’s restrooms go the extra mile with touches like adventurous décor and even family-friendly features in over 500 stores across 13 western states. In fact, USA Today named Maverik as the place with the cleanest gas station restrooms in Arizona, Colorado, Nevada and Utah.

Maverik’s Chief Retail Officer Ryan Boothe commented:

It truly is an honor to be recognized by Cintas and our customers for creating restrooms with a hygienic and comforting atmosphere. In addition to freshly prepared food, extensive beverage options and great fuel discounts, clean, quality restrooms continue to be a concern for motorists, which is why we take pride in providing a consistently clean stop across our more than 500 locations and expanding. We’re grateful to our dedicated team members who recognize the role clean restrooms play in our customers’ experience as they head out on their adventures and for their hard work to maintain a superior level of cleanliness.

The 23rd annual contest celebrates businesses that develop and maintain innovative restroom facilities. Maverik – Adventure’s First Stop was among ten finalists based on cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality and unique design elements. The public had the opportunity to vote for the following ten finalists (listed in alphabetical order) between July 15 and August 16 at Best Restroom:

  • Hop Shops (Florence, KY)
  • Indiana Caverns (Corydon, IN)
  • Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium (Kansas City, MO)
  • Lambeau Field (Green Bay, WI)
  • MAD (Houston, TX)
  • Maximilian Motorsports (Chehalis, WA)
  • Morning Glory (San Diego, CA)
  • Natchez Trace State Park Visitor Center (Wildersville, TN)
  • Throne Restrooms (Brentwood, MD)

John Rudy, senior director of Marketing at Cintas, said:

We’re thrilled to crown Maverik – Adventure’s First Stop as America’s Best Restroom. They have set a high standard of cleanliness in their stores and restrooms, enhancing the overall customer experience. With touchless fixtures, spacious stalls and family-friendly features, Maverik goes the extra mile, turning every pit stop into a pleasant adventure.

Last year, the Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) Thurgood Marshall Airport took home the top prize for its state-of-the-art smart restroom system, which integrates color-changing, LED stall occupancy lights and more to improve the overall passenger experience.

You can nominate a restroom for the 2025 America’s Best Restroom contest at Cintas.

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Find out which cleaning products and technologies won this year’s ISSA Show Innovation Awards https://www.fmlink.com/issa-show-innovation-awards-honor-cleaning-products-technology/ Fri, 14 Oct 2022 07:00:27 +0000 http://v4.fmlink.client.tagonline.com/issa-show-innovation-awards-honor-cleaning-products-technology/ Posted by Janet B. Stroud — October 14, 2022 — Informa Markets’ ISSA Show North America has just announced the recipients of the 2022 ISSA Show Innovation Awards. The Innovation...

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Posted by Janet B. Stroud — October 14, 2022 — Informa Markets’ ISSA Show North America has just announced the recipients of the 2022 ISSA Show Innovation Awards. The Innovation Awards program recognizes the latest advancements in commercial, institutional, and residential cleaning products and technology.

ISSA Show North America Director Amie Gilmore remarked:

In the last few years, the cleaning industry has faced unprecedented challenges. However, it has also been presented with many opportunities to innovate. This year’s awards recipients are dedicated to sustainability, elevating the industry, and advancing cleaning for health.

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The Gausium Phantas commercial floor cleaning robot won the Innovation of the Year Award. Image courtesy of Gausium

Gausium was honored with the Innovation of the Year Award for its Phantas commercial floor cleaning robot. The robot integrates four floor cleaning modes, making it ideal for cleaning spaces with different types of flooring, both hard and soft.

The recipient of the new Environment & Sustainability Award, for its dedication to environmental innovation, is:

  • HyTech Seas Dispensers by Sofidel Group, which are manufactured with recovered ocean plastic waste, making them a sustainable, long-term solution.

Honorees of the Environment & Sustainability Award include:

  • EasyDose Laundry Detergent by Seventh Generation Professional, a Unilever Brand, is an ultra-concentrated laundry detergent made with 60% less plastic and 50% less water.
  • Jet H2 Ultra by Byoplanet/Clean Republic is a hand-operated electrostatic sprayer for disinfecting and sanitizing surfaces.

The recipients of the Innovation Industry Choice Awards include:

  • Distributors:  ALLORGANIC USDA Certified Organic Hand Soap by Charlotte Products is an unscented, easy-rinsing, foaming hand soap.
  • Facility Service Providers:  Tork Clarity Hand Washing Foam Soap by Tork, an Essity Brand is made with 99% ingredients from natural origin, with a biodegradable formula that features a low impact on aquatic life.
  • Manufacturer Representatives:  Clorox EcoClean Disinfecting Cleaner by Clorox Pro is a ready-to-use disinfectant cleaner made with plant-based active ingredients that kill 99.9% of illness-causing germs in two minutes or less.
  • Residential:  800 Ct Lysol Surface Disinfecting Wipes Bucket and Refill Pack by Lysol Pro Solutions, which will empower cleaning teams to deliver heightened expectations around hygiene, and enable businesses to realize cost savings, optimize resource use, and help reduce packaging waste.

The Innovation of the Year Award Honorees include:

  • Unger Generation 2 nLITE Waterfed Pole by Unger is a telescopic window cleaning pole designed with refined details and precision.
  • DMx Warewash Chemical Dispenser by Hydro Systems is a smart, versatile warewash dispenser, designed to accurately and reliably dispense solid or liquid detergents, rinse aids, or sanitizers in commercial kitchens.
  • The Cleani Automated Door Handle Disinfecting Device by Cleani is an automated door handle disinfecting device designed for proactive well-being in public spaces.
  • Cobi 18 by ICE Cobotics is an autonomous floor scrubber that applies a constant flow of fresh cleaning solutions and leaves behind dry floors.
  • Rosie by Tailos is a robot for commercial cleaning that focuses on vacuuming public spaces and guest rooms in hotels.

For more information about the 2022 ISSA Show Innovation Awards, visit the ISSA Show.

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Trojan Battery launches 24- and 36-volt lithium-ion batteries for commercial floor-cleaning equipment https://www.fmlink.com/trojan-battery-24-36-volt-lithium-ion-batteries-commercial-floor-cleaning/ Mon, 03 Oct 2022 21:12:05 +0000 http://v4.fmlink.client.tagonline.com/trojan-battery-24-36-volt-lithium-ion-batteries-commercial-floor-cleaning/ posted by Johann Nacario — Trojan Battery Company, a U.S.-based manufacturer of batteries for floor-cleaning applications, is introducing its 24- and 36-volt lithium-ion batteries this week at Booth 1151 of...

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posted by Johann NacarioTrojan Battery Company, a U.S.-based manufacturer of batteries for floor-cleaning applications, is introducing its 24- and 36-volt lithium-ion batteries this week at Booth 1151 of the ISSA Show North America 2022. The new batteries are the latest addition to Trojan’s trusted family of lithium-ion products, which also includes a GC2 48-V Lithium-Ion Battery, launched in 2021.

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Trojan Lithium-Ion Battery benefits include:

 

  • Long lifetime with virtually zero maintenance
  • Boosts runtimes and slashes downtime
  • Comes with an 8-year warranty
  • Fast charging, and allows for opportunity charging
  • Helps to reduce the number of machines needed and labor costs
  • Reduces total cost of ownership (TCO)

As a complete battery solutions provider, Trojan will showcase the new lithium-ion range as well as their full portfolio of flooded lead-acid, AGM, and gel offerings at the ISSA Show. Energy-storage experts will answer questions and help attendees select the best options for their applications.

Key differentiators of Trojan’s lithium-ion batteries

Oleg Dratsch, director, Lithium Product Management, stated:

Using our extensive experience, we engineered our new batteries to solve additional problems that are especially important given today’s labor shortages, rising wages and inflation.

Imagine completing daily floor cleaning without worrying if the equipment will make it back to the charger and not having to worry about battery maintenance and replacements for the life of the machine. Trojan Battery is offering the floor-care market peace of mind and maximum efficiency with our new 24- and 36-volt lithium-ion batteries.

Lithium-ion reduces TCO

While the original purchase price of lithium-ion batteries is higher than that of flooded lead-acid or AGM batteries, the total cost of ownership can be considerably less, according to Trojan. That’s largely because other types of batteries must be replaced every one to three years, while lithium-ion batteries can last for the lifetime of the floor-care equipment.

Service you can bank on

Trojan has a long history in the commercial cleaning industry and an infrastructure designed to improve every step of the customer experience. The company:

  • Brings nearly 100 years of experience to every product we make
  • Supplies major OEMs including one of the industry’s largest manufacturers
  • Operates a U.S.-based Customer Support Line with knowledgeable employees, including some dedicated to lithium-ion technology
  • Maintains a substantial international network of trained Trojan Master Distributors
  • Guarantees their batteries with long dependable warranties

To learn more about the 24- and 36-volt lithium-ion batteries, visit Trojan Battery at ISSA Show’s Booth 1151 or online.  Find your local Trojan Master Distributor here.

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Leading manufacturers of golf, personal transportation, and utility vehicles as well as marine equipment, floor-cleaning machines, and aerial-work platforms depend on Trojan batteries to power their products. Since 1925, Santa Fe Springs, California-based Trojan Battery Company, a part of C&D Technologies, has focused on revolutionizing deep-cycle battery technology by introducing generations of deep-cycle flooded, AGM, and gel batteries as well as its new lithium-ion battery.

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Eliminate odors from trash cans and dumpsters with these nontoxic Nilodor cleaners https://www.fmlink.com/nontoxic-nilodor-cleaners-remove-odors-dumpsters-trash-cans/ Thu, 18 Aug 2022 20:00:14 +0000 http://v4.fmlink.client.tagonline.com/nontoxic-nilodor-cleaners-remove-odors-dumpsters-trash-cans/ Posted by Brianna Crandall — August 17, 2022 — The employee, customer and visitor experience starts in the parking lot where, too often, garbage and recycling dumpsters dominate a landscape...

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Posted by Brianna Crandall — August 17, 2022 — The employee, customer and visitor experience starts in the parking lot where, too often, garbage and recycling dumpsters dominate a landscape where they should be invisible.

Hospeco Brands Group, which comprises Acute Care, Adenna, HOSPECO, Nilodor and other popular brands, offers a complete weapon for this fight, the Nilodor Waste Container and Dumpster System, a product mix developed to keep dumpsters and trash cans, trash rooms, loading docks, and other high-odor areas deodorized and clean. An important distinction between the Nilodor family of products compared to other odor-fighting tools is that Nilodor products do not mask odors; rather, they eliminate them, says the company.

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Image courtesy of the Hospeco Brands Group. Click to enlarge.

The product lineup starts with Chute and Dumpster Wash All-Purpose Cleaner and Chute & Dumpster Wash PLUS Bio-Enzymatic Cleaner, with Nilodew Deodorizing Granules providing maintenance between cleanings.

Chute & Dumpster Wash is a safe, nontoxic, and environmentally friendly all-purpose cleaner with odor-neutralizing power. Available in a one-gallon concentrate or, for an easier application, in a special applicator spray system that properly dilutes and releases a ready-to-use cleaner. Simply connect to a water hose, turn the dial to “solution spray,” and begin applying to the inside and outside of dumpsters to eliminate dirt and grease buildup and severe odors. To rinse the area after cleaning, simply turn the dial to “water” and rinse.

For cleaning that’s a step beyond, there’s Chute & Dumpster Wash PLUS. This bio-enzymatic cleaner is formulated with safe, grease-loving, enzyme-forming bacteria and citrus oils. It works just like regular Chute & Dumpster Wash by attaching to a hose. Severe odors may require agitation with a brush or broom, notes the company.

Both products are also suitable for compactors, trash chutes, outdoor eating areas, recycling areas, and any other applications for which organic matter results in foul odors.

Between cleanings, pour in one to two pounds of Nilodew Dumpster Deodorizer, an easy-to-use, clay-based, granular deodorizer that contains a natural odor absorbent, a proprietary odor neutralizer, and Citronella oil. Nilodew is used to control and neutralize foul odors in and around dumpsters, compactors, trash cans and recycling areas around the clock, for up to seven days.

For sewers, elevator shafts, water treatment facilities and anywhere an abundance of odor needs to be neutralized, there is Super N Deodorizing Super Sock. As a safer alternative to hazardous parablocks, Super Sock contains concentrated Nilodor odor neutralizer for effective, long-lasting odor control that fights odors 24/7 for 30 days. The product is also suitable for fire restoration use.

For more information about the Nilodor Waste Container and Dumpster System product line, visit the Hospeco Brands Group website. The Cleveland-based Group’s products make workplaces, businesses, schools and other public facilities safer and more comfortable through categories such as personal protective equipment (PPE), cleaning equipment and supplies, facility and floor care, odor control, restroom comfort and menstrual care.

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Diversey-Taski and Gausium partner to unlock the full potential of cleaning robotics https://www.fmlink.com/diversey-taski-partners-gausium-unlock-full-potential-cleaning-robotics/ Mon, 01 Aug 2022 21:50:10 +0000 http://v4.fmlink.client.tagonline.com/diversey-taski-partners-gausium-unlock-full-potential-cleaning-robotics/ Posted by Janet Stroud — July 1, 2022 — Diversey-Taski and Gausium just announced that they have entered into a multi-year global partnership agreement. The focus of this partnership will...

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Posted by Janet Stroud — July 1, 2022 — Diversey-Taski and Gausium just announced that they have entered into a multi-year global partnership agreement. The focus of this partnership will be to deliver end-to-end process and machine integration intended to unlock the full potential of cleaning robotics, with advanced cleaning expertise, products and intelligence, for customer sites around the world. As the expectations for commercial cleaning and hygiene continue to grow, significant partnerships such as this will allow commercial facilities to meet and exceed those expectations through the use of cutting-edge technology that embodies cleaning innovation, say the companies.

Taski x Gausium cleaning robotics
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Each company brings its own expertise to enhance the cleaning triumvirate.

Diversey-Taski has a proven heritage within the cleaning industry for innovative thinking and delivering high-quality cleaning machines and fleet management software. Taski will bring several key factors to the partnership:

  • Global-level operation, supporting multi-level accounts within every commercial cleaning sector
  • Full-route approach to sales and marketing, logistics, training and after-sales support
  • Developed reputation for intelligent cleaning technology derived from extensive research and development
  • A fully integrated suite of solutions combining patented chemicals, dosing and dispensing equipment, services, and digital analysis tied together to improve every process

Gausium, aka “Gaussian Robotics”, was founded by Edward Cheng in 2013 out of a passion for autonomous driving. Today, Gausium provides a comprehensive portfolio of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered autonomous cleaning and service robots. Gausium will embolden the partnership with:

  • Cutting-edge robotic cleaning solutions that deliver top-notch practicality, profitability and sustainability based on the concepts of smarter, safer and simpler
  • The development of world-class sensor and AI technologies geared towards the detection and recognition of dirt, stains and obstacles
  • Strong R&D capabilities and a full-fledged supply chain that supports effective implementation of innovation strategies
  • Expertise and experience that can feed collaboration such as integrating advanced robotics into products like walk-behind scrubbers

With 95 years of service, Diversey’s mission is to protect and care for people through leading hygiene, infection prevention, and cleaning solutions. Diversey will contribute to the partnership through:

  • A fully integrated suite of solutions combining patented chemicals, dosing and dispensing equipment, services, and digital analysis
  • Proven track record of product and service innovation to a global base of over 85,000 customers and associated dynamic customer support methodologies
  • A century of customer-centric cleaning expertise

Marcel Müller, global marketing director for Taski, stated:

Gausium is a global leader in robotics, and Taski are the standard bearers for hygiene that cares and protects. A partnership between these two great companies will revolutionize the cleaning industry by creating something valuable that’s never been seen before. Robotic navigation integrated with the process-orientated, hygiene assurance of Diversey-Taski.

Wherever there is a commercial facility, there are people who expect a clean, hygienic environment. For the professionals that manage those facilities, there is much to consider. They want peace of mind that their facility is clean and safe, offset against commercial considerations such as cost, labor and sustainability. This new partnership will not only unlock the full potential on every customer site, but it will also create true customer success.

Allen Zhang, chief of Overseas Business of Gausium, commented:

We’re pleased to announce our partnership with Diversey-Taski. Taski brings expertise in integrated cleaning solutions as well as rich experience in sales, marketing and services, which will reinforce our commitment to developing leading-edge robotic cleaning solutions to the global markets. We look forward to working with Diversey-Taski to deliver groundbreaking and feature-rich smart-cleaning products and continue to lead innovation.

The partnership between Diversey-Taski and Gausium will begin its roll-out across multiple phases in 2022-2023, proceeding at a national level, starting with Switzerland, Austria, France, Norway and the United States; more specific details will follow.

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Tips on using citric acid cleaning solutions https://www.fmlink.com/tips-on-using-citric-acid-cleaning-solutions/ Tue, 26 Jul 2022 19:28:09 +0000 http://v4.fmlink.client.tagonline.com/tips-on-using-citric-acid-cleaning-solutions/ Posted by Johann Nacario — July 26, 2022 — Citric acid cleaning solutions are gaining more interest in the professional cleaning industry. The two main reasons for this are explained...

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Posted by Johann Nacario — July 26, 2022 — Citric acid cleaning solutions are gaining more interest in the professional cleaning industry. The two main reasons for this are explained as:

  1. They are a very safe, environmentally preferable way to clean surfaces.
  2. They promote sustainability. Citric acid cleaners are derived from lemons and limes.

However, to take advantage of the benefits of citric acid cleaning solutions, sanitizers, and disinfectants, cleaning professionals should be aware of the following “DOs and DON’Ts:”

For instance:

  • It’s best not to use citric acid cleaners to clean wood surfaces.
  • Citric acid should not be used to clean stone surfaces such as marble and granite.
  • Citric acid can be used to clean many types of metal, but not copper or brass.
  • Citric acid cleaning solutions should never be mixed with any other cleaning solutions.

With these precautions out of the way, Lee Chen, President and COO of ProNatural Brands, manufacturers of cleaning solutions made from citric acid, says the most common uses of citric acid in professional cleaning are the following:

  • Cleaning restroom fixtures. This is especially true in those areas of the country with hard water. Hard water can leave calcium and magnesium deposits, which citric acid cleaners can remove.
  • Sanitizing and disinfecting surfaces. At least one citric acid cleaner is now EPA-registered and on the EPA’s List-N. It eliminates the pathogen that causes COVID-19.
  • Locker room showers. Locker room showers often develop soap scum on walls, tiles and floors. Citric acid cleaners break down soap scum so it can be wiped away.
  • Tile and grout floors. Removing grime build-up in tile and grout floors is a constant battle. Apply citric acid and use a soft brush for agitation to wipe grime away.
  • Greasy counter tops. Commercial kitchens use citric acid to clean equipment and remove spilled oil and greasy residue. It can also be used to remove grease buildup on stainless steel.

Chen added:

For the most part, citric acid cleaners can be used wherever a traditional cleaner is used. Citric acid has a low pH, making it a very safe, sustainable and effective cleaning solution.

For more information about cleaning with citric acid or ProNatural Brands products, visit the company’s website. ProNatural Brands offers a full line of 100% naturally derived disinfectants, sanitizers and cleaning products with patented citrus formulas for the foodservice, healthcare, education and hospitality industries, as well as for the consumer market.

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