In a piece in February’s edition of CleanLink, a writer described the hard fall he took on a slippery floor on Christmas Eve last year. 19 stitches and three days in the hospital later, he reflected on everything he’d learned about slip and fall accidents over the years and how cleaning is the key to […]
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Mopping isn’t complicated, but choosing the right mop for your application can be. Understanding the different types of wet mops we offer from Janico can help you choose the best option for your commercial cleaning and floor care needs. General Mopping For everyday general mopping needs, choose a mop with that’s durable with a higher
You’re probably cleaning with dirty water. Think about the traditional floor cleaning process with one bucket: you add solution to the water, dip in your mop, clean the floor, then place your mop back into the bucket. You’re also putting dirt from the floor into your solution, then putting it back on the floor again.
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When you think of green cleaning supplies, you likely picture eco-friendly chemical formulas packaged in green bottles or paper towels made from recycled paper, but cleaning equipment itself can also be sustainable. These products reduce environmental impact of cleaning programs while reducing exposure of maintenance personnel and building occupants to potentially hazardous biological, chemical and
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Buying a new piece of floor cleaning equipment is a major investment. Whether you are interested in a new vacuum, sweeper, floor machine or other type of equipment, make sure you are making the right choice by considering these points before you make a purchase: 1. What is the lifetime cost of ownership for the
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Floor finish protects your original floor surface from wear and tear, provides slip resistance and adds a brilliant shine. Essential for promoting a clean and safe environment, floor finishes are used in hospitals, grocery stores, schools, retail stores, office buildings, manufacturing plants, malls and more. When properly applied, floor finish adds longevity, shine and safety
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The health and safety of your facility’s employees, visitors and patients are directly affected by your disinfection efforts. Flooring is one surface that is often forgotten in an infection control plan, but it should be a priority, especially during the coronavirus pandemic. Amidst growing awareness of the potentially harmful bacteria and viruses found on floors
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Insects can be pests anywhere, but they are a particularly worrisome issue for commercial kitchens. Creepy crawlies can carry food borne illnesses, including staphylococcus and E. coli. One of the best ways to prevent pests in your facility is to focus on floor care. Follow these tips to keep insects out of your commercial kitchen:
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We all know that frequently-touched objects like door knobs and railings can be hotbeds of germs. We also know that disinfecting these surfaces regularly can reduce the transmission of viruses and bacteria. However, we often neglect one of the greatest sources of transmission, the one right under our feet — flooring. Hospital floors see a
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The concept of “cleaning for health” has gained steam in recent years and is now more important than ever before. While projecting a positive image and creating an attractive, professional appearance was once the most important goal of cleaning, facility managers now understand that clean spaces are vital for creating safer, healthier environments for employees and
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