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Werner & Mertz appoints new head of professional division
28th of May 2020
The professional division of cleaning solutions specialist Werner & Mertz Professional in Germany is now being headed up by Thomas Ulbricht. He succeeds Frank Vancraeyveld, who recently left the company by mutual consent after more than seven years.
Reinhard Schneider, ceo and owner of the business commented: "Thomas Ulbricht brings new
Rental companies set to deep clean cars between customers
27th of May 2020
Paperless rental agreements and curbside rental pick-ups will be among the new measures brought in by car hire firms post COVID-19.
Other plans include a thorough disinfection of high-touch vehicle areas between customers and "cleaning checklist" stickers placed on driver-side doors to instill confidence that the car has been thoroughly cleaned
UV tunnels and sanitising mats introduced at Delhi airport
26th of May 2020
Delhi International Airport is introducing new measures to enhance passenger safety in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
These include UV tunnels to disinfect checkpoint trays and baggage; a mobile UV tower to sanitise surfaces in the terminal area, a passenger trolley disinfection system and a series of walk-in shoe sanitiser mats.
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EFCI launches second chapter of ‘In Good Hands’/’Helping Europe Reopen’ campaign
22nd of May 2020
EFCI, the organisation representing the cleaning and facilities service industry at pan-European level, has launched the second phase of its #InGoodHands campaign. Over the next two weeks this will highlight the cleaning industry's key role and voice its specific needs to support Europe's economic and social recovery.
The second phase of the
How effective cleaning measures create hygiene and safety - part four
20th of May 2020
The risk of infection is reduced considerably in a clean, well-kept environment that is regularly cleaned. Disinfection measures are also only effective if dirt has been removed from floors, surfaces, etc, beforehand. In this new series, Kärcher has been offering an overview of which cleaning technologies are available to fight
Hotel chains announce new coronavirus cleaning programmes
15th of May 2020
Increased cleaning frequencies using hospital-grade disinfectants are among new measures being announced by major hotel groups.
Best Western and Hyatt are among the chains planning to use stronger cleaning products on high-touch surfaces, in shared spaces and in guest rooms while also making hand sanitiser available for guests.
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