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Finalists announced for Golden Service Awards 2020
12th of December 2019
The finalists for the UK 2020 Kimberly-Clark Professional Golden Service Awards 2020 have been announced. There are 66 in total, from 32 different companies.
The finalist companies are:
ABM UK
Andron Facilities Management
Aramark
Axis Cleaning & Support Services
Birkin Cleaning Services Limited
Breanheath Ltd
Burke & Clemens
Kärcher and Brain Corp create partnership
11th of December 2019
Cleaning systems technology provider Kärcher has formed a partnership with US-based Brain Corp to bring autonomous floorcare solutions to the market.
The first product to be launched will be the KIRA CV 60/1 RS Chariot stand-on professional vacuum cleaner - powered by BrainOS.
Marco Cardinale, vice president floor care solutions for
Special Sustainable Cleaning supplement from ECJ
10th of December 2019
ECJ's special Sustainable Cleaning supplement is now available to read online or via the ECJ app.
Among the topics covered are Extinction Rebellion and its impact on the cleaning sector; taking action against single-use plastics; how robotics and cloud connectivity can play a part in greater sustainability; and sharing of best practice.
European social partners adopt statement on digitalisation
9th of December 2019
The European social partners in professional cleaning - the EFCI (European Cleaning and Facility Services Industry) and UNI Europa - have adopted a joint statement on the impact of digitalisation on employment in the sector.
The social partners acknowledge a successful digitalisation transition may become an opportunity to enhance professionalism
Demand for chemical-free cleaning spearheads trend for steam
6th of December 2019
A growing desire to switch to sustainable, chemical-free cleaning solutions has led to an upsurge in the use of steam cleaning machines, according to reports.
Demand for quick-fix solutions in restaurants, hotels, food stations and other commercial environments is said to be contributing to the growth in the market for upright steam cleaners,
Norovirus warning to supermarket shoppers
4th of December 2019
A hospital board is urging people to wash their hands in soap and water after a trip to the supermarket.
The Swansea Bay University Health Board claims the frequently-touched handles of supermarket trolleys could harbour the norovirus. It is urging everyone to clean their hands thoroughly after a visit to busy facilities such as supermarkets and
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