Tork, an Essity brand, has launched two, free of charge, online training courses to help raise hygiene and health standards in long-term care environments. Tork Cleaning Training for Long-Term Care Homes was developed in collaboration with subject matter experts from the Association for Healthcare Environment (AHE). Based on real world scenarios, the training can be customized to …

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JAN-PRO Systems International has named Angel Ruiz and Fermina Artega Estefes its Certified Business Owners (CBOs) of the Year. The franchisor’s annual awards program honors its CBOs for their dedication to JAN-PRO and their commercial success throughout the year. The awards were presented at JAN-PRO’s annual convention, which took place last week in San Diego, …

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Cintas Corp.’s Portsmouth, Virginia, rental and facility services location has retained its Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star worksite designation from the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry’s Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) program. VOSH is financed in part by a grant from the U. S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). VPP Star …

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Colgate-Palmolive Co. has reported third-quarter net sales of US$4.45 billion, an increase of 1% year over year. Colgate-Palmolive reported a third-quarter operating profit of $947 million, or $0.74 per share, a dip of 1% from the same period last year. In North America, Colgate-Palmolive’s organic sales increased 3%, while its European division saw a 2.5% rise. The …

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City Wide Facility Solutions has opened a new office in Rogers, Arkansas. Local entrepreneur Mike Anderson, a veteran of the hospitality and retail industries, will lead the branch. City Wide’s latest office, its first in Arkansas, will service the northwest region of the state. “I truly value helping others, and when I looked into City …

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W.W. Grainger Inc. has reported third-quarter sales of US$3.9 billion, an increase of 16.9% year-over-year. Grainger’s adjusted operating earnings for the quarter were $426 million, up 43.4% compared to the same period last year. The company’s reported earnings per share of $8.27 in the third quarter were up 46.4% versus reported earnings per share of $5.65 …

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ISS has purchased Livit FM Services AG from its parent company Livit AG for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition of the Switzerland-based facility management company strengthens ISS’s market position in the country. Per the terms of the transaction, more than 670 Livit FM Services employees will join ISS Switzerland. Livit FM Services will be fully …

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Anago Cleaning Systems has opened a new master franchise in Oklahoma City. Commercial cleaning franchise industry veteran and entrepreneur Eric Adam will lead the new franchise. Anago’s latest expansion will serve the greater Oklahoma City regional area. “Eric’s professional background speaks directly to the core attributes needed to be successful, and we’re thrilled to welcome him into our franchise system,” …

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