Cleaning Industry news

• A raft of new project wins across London for Maxwood Washrooms

  05-09-2023 14:33 via chtmag.com
  
  Maxwood Washrooms a leading provider of cutting-edge washroom solutions has secured a number of recent project wins for several high-profile locations.
  Among the notable projects, Maxwood Washrooms will be providing innovative washroom solutions for 95 Queen Victoria Street, where Maxwood’s expertise will enhance the sustainability-focused renovation of this iconic building.
  London Bridge Station is another stand-out win for Maxwood. The company’s state-of-the-art solutions will tran
  
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• Dalkia UK awarded contract extension at University of Lincoln

  05-09-2023 13:10 via fmj.co.uk
  
  EDF Group subsidiary, Dalkia UK, has extended its technical hard services contract with the University of Lincoln, reflecting a “successful long-term partnership” as both organisations continue to work together towards a greener estate.
  Dalkia UK is responsible for 86 buildings of various ages, usages and complexities, across three university campuses. The company provides a specialised on-site call centre, which takes all emergency calls and arranges the appropriate actions for all
  
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• The Future of Facilities Management: Why the Facilities Sector Needs More Qualified EPA Assessors

  05-09-2023 12:38 via fmj.co.uk
  
  In the ever-evolving landscape of facilities management, a critical need has emerged for skilled professionals who can guide and shape the next generation of practitioners. The number of apprenticeship standards across all sectors has grown massively in recent years, which is fantastic to see, but has additionally increased the need for assessors carrying out End-point Assessment for all standards. As the industry, and technology, advances, so does the demand for these individuals responsible fo
  
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• Building Safety Alliance to become a charity

  05-09-2023 12:24 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The Building Safety Alliance – a collaborative group of stakeholders from the occupation phase with over 70 declared supporters from a wide range of organisations across the sector – have announced their intention to become a charity.
  The alliance, which aims to drive culture change and competence across the occupation phase, was formed in March 2021 with representation from many disciplines active in the residential housing sector.
  The Building Safety Alliance initially worked on im
  
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• Collaboration and partnership: Future-proofing Belmont House for sustainability

  05-09-2023 11:27 via fmj.co.uk
  
  In today’s rapidly evolving world, sustainability has become a crucial aspect of building management. Organisations across all industries are recognising the need to adopt sustainable practices to minimise their environmental impact and contribute to a greener future.
  It has become apparent that collaboration is a key aspect to sustainability. The fundamental core of good partnerships is the ability to bring together diverse resources in ways that can together achieve more: more impac
  
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• JLL appoints new CEO to lead growth in MEA region

  05-09-2023 11:03 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Global real estate services firm, JLL, has appointed James Allan as CEO, Middle East and Africa (MEA), to drive its ambitious growth agenda in the region.
  Allan, who has been working at JLL for 15 years, taking on increasing levels of responsibility, brings 20 years of real estate experience in key competitive markets such as the UK, China and Indonesia to the MEA business.
  In his new role, Allan will work closely with the Europe, Middle East and Africa leadership to ensure sustained growth acro
  
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• ‘Community Focus’ champion shortlisted for award

  05-09-2023 10:56 via cleaningmag.com
  
  Croydon-based businesswoman Debbie Walker, owner of Merry Maids of Croydon, has made it to the finals of the 2023 BFA HSBC British Franchise Awards.
  
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• RICS granted observer status for COP28

  05-09-2023 10:28 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has been granted observer status for this year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), to be held from 30 November to 12 December at Expo City, Dubai.
  The institution, representing more than 134,000 professionals working in the built environment industry globally, has been granted Blue Zone access at the United Nation’s premier climate change conference.
  The Blue Zone is open to accredited party and observer delegates. I
  
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• Aramark partnership offers a sustainable solution to single-use straws

  05-09-2023 09:56 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Aramark UK has teamed up with Edible Straws to offer a sustainable solution to single-use straws across Merlin sites in the UK, such as Chessington World of Adventure Resort, LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort and Alton Towers Resort.
  Edible Straws emerged as a sustainable alternative by a group of enthusiastic individuals united with a common goal to develop an enjoyable substitute for plastic and paper straws. Fuelled by an unyielding commitment to address the urgent global challenge of disposable s
  
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• Smarter ways to manage your buildings

  05-09-2023 09:35 via fmj.co.uk
  
  REGISTER NOW FOR SMART BUILDINGS SHOW 2023 – ExCeL, London, 18th-19th October 2023
  Taking place at ExCeL London on 18th – 19th October, Smart Buildings Show 2023 will connect visitors to the latest information and technology in the smart buildings industry. The show is FREE to attend and registration is now open.
  Why Visit?
  Register now for your free ticket and:Get the information you need to make your buildings more economic and functional
  Be part of the latest thinking and share th
  
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• 3D-printed toilet said to dramatically reduce water use

  05-09-2023 01:00
  The amount of water required when flushing a public toilet could be massively reduced with the aid of a new 3D-printed model invented in China.Devised by Yike Li at Huazhong University of Science and Technology in Wuhan, the toilet is made from a combination of plastic and hydrophobic sand grains which gives it a porous structure.The lavatory is treated with silicon oil which penetrates into the "pores". This silicon is said to create a non-stick "shield".Researchers ran a flush test on a small-
  
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