Cleaning Industry news

• UK businesses to insist on an increase in office attendance

  11-07-2024 15:05 via fmj.co.uk
  
  New research has found that almost two-thirds of UK businesses’ senior decision-makers will increase the number of times employees must attend their workspace.
  The findings come from digital infrastructure specialists, NCG, who commissioned an independent survey of 1,002 senior decision-makers within UK businesses. The results revealed that 59 per cent of respondents said their employees would be expected to be present at the office more frequently than they have over the last year.
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• CIBSE Certification introduces new Management System Specialist scheme

  11-07-2024 14:13 via fmj.co.uk
  
  An innovative scheme designed to assess the competency of individuals offering specialist services in management systems has been launched by CIBSE Certification.
  Recognising the significant challenges faced by organisations and consultants within the built environment, particularly in the fields of decarbonisation, net zero initiatives and compliance with the Building Safety Act, the new Management System Specialist scheme is a timely and essential resource, which includes a register of certifi
  
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• MSL Solution Providers introduces EN 17430 testing

  11-07-2024 13:49 via chtmag.com
  
  Microbiological testing firm, MSL Solution Providers, has introduced the new EN 17430 testing method in its roster of services. Proving efficacy to this standard helps manufacturers and suppliers ensure that their hand sanitiser’s claims are robust and meet all regulatory requirements, whilst, ultimately, improving infection prevention.
  Introduced in spring 2024, the new Europe-wide standard EN 17430 is set to revolutionise hand disinfectant efficacy testing, especially in the medical sect
  
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• Unwrap the magic with Jangro’s 2024 Christmas Supplies Catalogue

  11-07-2024 13:39 via chtmag.com
  
  Get into the festive spirit with Jangro, the UK & Ireland’s largest network of independent janitorial and cleaning distributors, as it launches its 2024 Christmas Supplies Catalogue.
  For the professional catering and hospitality establishments providing celebratory food, drinks, and parties throughout December, early planning is key during one of the busiest periods for the industry.
  Jangro’s latest festive edition is packed with a wide range of fun and festive essentials, enabli
  
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• Innovative cleaning trolley from Robert Scott fills critical gap in market

  11-07-2024 13:29 via chtmag.com
  
  Cleaning manufacturer and distributor, Robert Scott, has launched a versatile new general-purpose cleaning trolley featuring a variety of unique functions, including the ability to securely carry a tub vacuum alongside other essential cleaning tools.
  Designed in response to extensive market research, the Exel Multipurpose Trolley has been developed with flexibility in mind and is packed full of useful features to accommodate a wide range of cleaning requirements.
  The trolley features a wheel gro
  
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• Marching towards Martyn’s Law

  11-07-2024 12:19 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Barrie Millett, Director of Assurance, Mitie stresses the role of facilities managers in preparing venues for the new security legislation
  In May I walked alongside Figen Murray OBE, the bereaved mother of Martyn Hett, who died in the Manchester Arena terror attacks, on part of her 200-mile walk from Manchester Arena to 10 Downing Street. It was an inspiring day and I was proud to support Figen’s campaign, urging the Prime Minister to keep his promise to improve public safety and introduce
  
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• OCS joins National Safe Spaces scheme

  11-07-2024 12:04 via fmj.co.uk
  
  OCS is part of 12 leading private security service providers that have pledged to support the National Business Crime Centre’s Safe Spaces scheme, which is also known as Operation Portum. This comprehensive initiative invites businesses to participate and contribute to the creation of safer environments within cities, town centers, and retail parks.
  By joining this scheme, OCS has made a commitment to raise awareness among their security officers about Operation Portum’s core princip
  
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• Rebrand for Nurture Group’s pest control business

  11-07-2024 11:33 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The Nurture Group’s pest control business, Rokill Limited, has been renamed as Nurture Pest Control to better reflect the company’s environmental and sustainability focused policies and procedures.
  Rokill was acquired by Nurture in November 2021, and is one of Britain’s leading pest control companies, providing services to commercial, domestic and public sector clients.
  Recently, Nurture has invested in growing the business through the acquisition of four pest control businesse
  
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• Equans awarded contract extension with Warrington Borough Council

  11-07-2024 10:53 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Warrington Borough Council has extended its contract with Equans, which will see hard FM services continue to be delivered across its built estate with the addition of net zero carbon consultancy.
  Through the existing partnership which commenced in 2022, Equans delivers reactive and planned maintenance and minor works projects services across the council’s 132 core buildings estate and 43 wider estate buildings, including schools, care homes and day centres. The extension will now see
  
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• EMCOR UK creates director of engineering role

  11-07-2024 10:22 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Matt Kent has been appointed to the newly created role of Director of Engineering at EMCOR UK, to reinforce the company’s focus on delivering engineering excellence across the business.
  Kent has been promoted to support the strategic direction of EMCOR UK, a key part of which is building upon and capitalising on its engineering heritage to support its customers.
  In his new position, Kent will define and develop engineering strategies through which exemplary standards of engineering de
  
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• Vox Ignis launches Unicorn Voice PAVA with global first UL certification

  11-07-2024 09:46 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Worldwide voice alarm and safety communications specialist Vox Ignis has launched its new unified PAVA system, Unicorn Voice, after becoming the global first to recieve UL certification to EN54-16. This European standard specifies the requirements for voice alarm controls and other equipment used in fire detection and alarm systems.Unicorn Voice is a powerful wall-mounted, scalable public address and voice alarm (PAVA) system for almost any site. It is designed to be the easiest to specify, inst
  
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• Solution change ahead of new eco regulation

  11-07-2024 09:00 via cleaningmag.com
  
  Prochem is ahead of changing environmental legislation with a new product name and an important formulation revision to its long-standing carpet and upholstery protector.
  
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