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Smart dispensing
15th of October 2010
Light sensors, motion sensors, metered dispensing…… today’s air freshener systems are becoming smarter all the time. Ann Laffeaty looks at some of the latest technology that has been designed to make air fresheners both more intelligent and less intrusive – and finds whether they offer any other advantages to the
Sustainability core to values
15th of October 2010Since it was founded in 1980 Ecover has been dedicated to developing and producing effective and ecological cleaning products made from plant-based and mineral ingredients. This is a company that has not become sustainable in line with changing trends – it led the way in sustainable business practices. ECJ editor Michelle Marshall visited
Like-minded partners
15th of October 2010Sustainability is not a subject only to be addressed by manufacturers – contract cleaners and distributors have their key role to play in driving the industry as a whole towards a more sustainable future. In the first part of this special report, ECJ editor Michelle Marshall looks at the example of Principle Cleaning Services, a privately
Water - a most powerful detergent?
15th of October 2010
Is the power of water sufficient for cleaning? More often than not, this may be true. While the role of electric ‘activation’ of water in cleaning remains unclear, the use of plain tap water as an effective cleaning means, or detergent, is increasing markedly. Anton Duisterwinkel writes exclusively for ECJ.
Water is the natural
A supporting role
15th of October 2010
Support services such as transport, distribution, logistics and storage all have an important impact on a company’s sustainability. Ann Laffeaty looks at how companies are reducing their environmental impact in these areas.
Many companies are now buying heavily into the concept of sustainability. They are sourcing raw materials wisely and
Who is the most sustainable of them all?
15th of October 2010
Now that sustainability is a primary focus for most companies, how can they differentiate themselves from one another in a market crowded with the same messages?
The concept of sustainability was only developed a few short decades ago, but already it is everywhere. Companies that yesterday declared themselves to be 'green' or
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