FLEET Response, parent company of Cousino Restoration, has acquired Just Right Cleaning & Construction (JRCC). FLEET’s purchase of the Moses Lake, Washington-based disaster mitigation company expands the company’s presence in Eastern Washington. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. “We are excited to add JRCC’s full-service, skilled team to the FLEET Response brand,” said …
The rising cost of oil in recent months has impacted every aspect of the cleaning industry. Some of the costs are obvious, such as cleaning solution manufacturing and staff transportation. But did you know oil also has a direct impact on insurance premiums? As the chairman and founder of the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), Russ …
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The July/August issue of CMM tackles restroom care, examining best practices for disinfecting toilets, cleaning floors, and combating odors. It also reveals an often-overlooked area in restroom care—drains Here’s a quick look at what you’ll find in this issue: Restroom Care Truths Little-known facts that can make a big difference in your cleaning routine The …
The Clorox Co., parent company of CloroxPro, and GOJO Industries have joined the Responsible Flushing Alliance (RFA) as contributing members. As contributing members, the two organizations will work to support the RFA’s widespread consumer education campaign on what not to flush in toilets. Established in 2020, the RFA works with companies in the nonwovens industry, wastewater groups, and nonprofits …
ISS has appointed Tuomo Saramaa country manager for the company’s operations in Norway, effective September 1. Saramaa has been with ISS since 2015 when he joined the company as director of strategy and service excellence for ISS Finland. He has served as country manager for ISS Hong Kong since 2019. “Tuomo’s extensive and international management …
PuroClean recently reached an agreement with Steve White to extend his contact as company president and chief operating officer (COO) for an additional five years. White Joined PuroClean in 2013 and has been instrumental in leading the company’s growth, expanding its geographical footprint, and tripling average unit sales. Last year, White earned a Silver Stevie® International …
Ecolab Inc. has published its “Guide to Healthy Buildings.” The free, downloadable .pdf was created by Ecolab to provide a resource to understand the importance, definition, and value of healthy buildings for facility managers and service contractors. It combines Ecolab’s public health and industry expertise with insights from its clients, ISSA, Harvard Business Review, the …
Pioneer, parent company of CORA Technologies, has expanded its leadership team with the promotion of seven directors to vice presidents. The following Pioneer team members have been promoted: Dana Boyce, vice president of marketing and strategy; Niko Johnson, vice president of finance; Tony Johnson, vice president of client engagement; Alan Lustre, vice president of operations; Karina …
The Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel has achieved GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA. The accreditation validates facility cleaning, disinfection, and infection prevention programs to maintain health, wellness, and resilience against current and future biorisks. “Travelers and guests continue to demand cleanliness of the …
ABM has secured an energy performance contract with Greene County, Pennsylvania. The contract calls for ABM to upgrade eight county facilities, including the county jail and courthouse, with energy-efficient HVAC systems, LED lighting, upgraded building controls, and water conservation enhancements. ABM will also improve the facilities’ indoor air quality with the installation of needlepoint bi-polar …
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