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Washroom dispensers - functional efficiency
30th of September 2026
How important is functional efficiency in a washroom dispenser? Are qualities such as ease of use and seamless refilling more important than, say, the cost or appearance of the unit? ECJ finds out more.
A GOOD WASHROOM DISPENSER needs to be able to function well for the end-user. Taking out the soap or paper should be achievable in a
Mopping made easy
24th of September 2026
Mopping is an arduous task, so what can be done to lighten the cleaner’s load? ECJ looks at the latest mopping systems that are easier to push, lighter to transport and less of a strain to wring out.
MANUAL MOPPING CAN BE physically demanding. The weight of the equipment, the repetitive movements required to use it and the need for frequent
A systems approach to sustainable washrooms
14th of July 2026
Ramona Shellard, sales director at WEPA Professional UK, discusses why a systems-based approach is the best approach for compliant washroom environments.
ESG IS A MAJOR FORCE shaping Europe’s facility management sector, but in the washroom, progress is still too often measured by product swaps rather than performance.
Across Europe,
Hygiene in food preparation: kitchens made easy
8th of July 2026
Cleaning needs to be quick and thorough in any food service environment. But cleaning systems must be user-friendly, too, so that all operatives feel motivated to carry out essential sanitisation tasks. Ann Laffeaty asks companies about the systems they offer that are easy to use, ergonomic and kind to the hands.
KITCHENS CAN BE challenging
Autonomous cleaning: robots have limits
1st of July 2026
Today’s cleaning robots can map out rooms, detect objects and thoroughly clean all areas. But what are their limitations? And how are manufacturers addressing these? ECJ reports.
ROBOTIC CLEANING MACHINES have changed dramatically since they first hit the market. When autonomous machines appeared in the 1990s they were notorious for
Shiny happy people
29th of May 2026
A floor polishing system needs to be ergonomic, safe and user-friendly if the operator is going to be happy using it. Ann Laffeaty talks to manufacturers and contract cleaning companies about the types of floor polishing systems where user-friendliness is placed front and centre.
A good floor polishing system needs to be able to create a
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