What is pH, anyway? pH stands for ‘potential hydrogen’, and is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a given chemical when mixed with water. A solution with a pH level of 0 will be very acidic (a high concentration of hydrogen ions); a solution with a pH level of 7 will be […]
What are ‘degreasers’, anyway? Generally speaking, products called degreasers are substances that help to remove water-insoluble grease and oils (animal fats or petroleum products) from hard surfaces. In an industrial/commercial setting, degreasers are used in manufacturing or automotive settings to get rid of the grease, grime and other oil-based contaminants from metal or concrete. […]
Better training can help deliver a better cleaning ROI Whether your facility has full-time cleaning staff, uses an outsourced cleaning company, or some combination of the two, there’s one inescapable truth: The people responsible for doing the cleaning are going to need some training, because great cleaning is made, not born. The challenge for facilities […]
Stop thinking of janitorial supplies and equipment as an expense. Start thinking of it as an investment. Keeping your business facilities clean is much more than a “nice to have.” A clean facility has a direct ROI, meaning that investing in keeping your business facility clean can save you money. We came across this infographic […]
A whole new way to melt the ice. It can be a tough balancing act: How can you ensure you have safe walkway and parking areas, and keep your workshops productive during freezing weather, while at the same time ensuring you’re meeting corporate guidelines regarding price and environmental sustainability? As we’ve discussed before, sand and […]
Touchscreens are great. They’re also disease vectors. From self-check-in at airports to self-checkout at grocery stores, touchscreen technology is increasingly becoming an integral part of our daily lives. Sure, they save time and make using facilities easier for visitors and workers, the downside is that they are also a source of bacteria and germ […]
Great facilities cleaning is made, not born. It’s surprising how often our clients express the same frustration to us: “We’ve improved our cleaning products and dispenser systems. We’ve transformed our inventory management and ordering processes, so we’ve always got the right products on hand. We did a half-day cleaning workshop for all our employees, and […]
Spills happen. Containment is your first line of defense. Every year, companies in Canada report thousands of spills in their facilities. Sometimes it’s as simple as someone knocking over a fuel container; sometimes it’s a large leak of corrosive fluids. In every case, one thing is clear: Containing a spill is the first step […]
Optimizing the sanitation supply chain can put more money on the bottom line Experienced procurement professionals will tell you: Though most organizations tend to focus their supply chain optimization on their raw materials or core resale items, paying more attention to the procurement of non-core items, such as cleaning supplies, can deliver a surprisingly big […]
Everyone knows how to clean a bathroom – right? Recently a client came to us, frustrated because the public bathrooms in 10 of their local stores always seemed to be dirty, and they were getting complaints. “I don’t get it,” said the client. “We have a cleaning budget, we have checklists, and we have […]