Rates of recycling at home are rapidly growing in the United States, but workplaces are still lagging behind on the green trend. About 40 percent of all waste comes from the workplace, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency, but we make it easy to start a recycling program at your facility by providing affordable, […]
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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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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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While snow makes the natural world look magical and fresh, it can wreak serious havoc on your office or facility. When winter storms strike, keep your facility looking its best by following these tips. 1. Focus on Your Floors With moisture, debris and rock salt being trekked in, your floors can suffer this season. Our
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Although vaccines are making their way into arms across the country, COVID-19 continues to spread, and we know that hand hygiene and wearing masks remain our best defenses against the virus. Our online catalog is open 24/7 for safe, socially-distant shopping, and we deliver to Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New Hampshire. Check out some of
There’s more to ice melt than simply tossing it onto your sidewalk and waiting for it to work its magic. Using it the wrong way can results in messy and dangerous consequences, so follow these tips to avoid some of the most common ice melt mistakes. Mistake 1: Not Using Ice Melt If you think
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In a recent poll, 90% of customers say that dirty floors, stains and spills create a negative perception of a facility. At Banner Systems, we know floor care is all about the shine and gloss. That’s why we carry Spartan Chemical floor cleaning supplies — formulas that make your floors as clean and bright as
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While some cleaning tasks, like caring for floors or windows, don’t change much from facility to facility, others, like infection control, should be catered more toward specific needs. The best way to do this is to understand the types of infectious diseases most likely to be present in your facility. Predicting the type of germs
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During spring, greenery and flowers reemerge, bringing with them new pest challenges. Many pests that are generally dormant during winter, like ants, hornets and wasps, come out in full force as they reproduce, construct nests and search for food resources. At this time of year, it is vital for facility managers to regularly communicate with
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Cotton loop mops have long been the standard when it comes to cleaning floors, but microfiber mops are becoming more and more popular. These innovative solutions are quickly replacing conventional mops in janitorial operations, and it is easy to see why when you learn of these five major benefits: Enhanced Cleaning Power Cotton mops are
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