Cleaning Industry news

• OCS transforming workplace sustainability with urban farms

  15-11-2024 13:18 via fmj.co.uk
  
  OCS, alongside Angel Hill Food Co., an OCS Group company, showcases its commitment to fostering sustainable practices and enhancing the wellbeing of communities with its latest initiative bringing innovative urban farming solutions directly into the heart of workplaces.
  At the core of this initiative is the installation of hydroponic farm pods in various OCS-managed sites. These farms are not just about growing fresh produce; they catalyse conversations about sustainability, nutrition, and wellb
  
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• Another year of industry excellence celebrated at CIBSE Build2Perform Live 2024

  15-11-2024 12:46 via fmj.co.uk
  
  The ninth annual Build2Perform Live, hosted by CIBSE on 13-14 November 2024 at London Excel, has once again proven to be a pivotal event for the building services industry.
  The two-day event had over 3,500 registrations and featured over 70 hours of CPD-accredited content, drawing attendees into thought-provoking sessions led by 125 industry experts and showcasing more than 100 top-tier exhibitors.
  The carefully curated programme, shaped by CIBSE Divisions, Special Interest Groups and the Build2
  
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• Truvox powers ahead with the launch of Multiwash PRO Battery

  15-11-2024 11:22 via chtmag.com
  
  Global floorcare solutions specialist, Truvox International, has launched the new Multiwash PRO Battery – the latest addition to its successful Multiwash PRO scrubber dryer range. This follows the recent launch of the Multiwash PRO Steam and the full range preview at Interclean, Amsterdam in May.
  Easy to use, manoeuvre and maintain, the new Multiwash PRO Battery scrubber dryer is designed for use in areas without power and is effective on all floors – with brushes available for carp
  
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• Going it alone

  15-11-2024 10:57 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Technology is the key to ensuring lone worker safety says Jon Woodforth, Chief Technology Officer at Totalmobile
  As the clocks turn back and the nights draw in, the challenges faced by lone workers across the FM sector become even more pronounced. In the darker, colder months, ensuring the safety of those who work alone should be a top priority for employers. As more businesses rely on lone workers to keep essential operations running smoothly, the need for enhanced safety measures becomes even
  
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• Under half of construction projects achieve sustainability goals

  15-11-2024 10:44 via fmj.co.uk
  
  NBS (powered by Hubexo), a leading specification and product information platform for the construction industry, reveals further findings from its ‘Sustainable Futures’ report – a study aimed at understanding sustainability attitudes and protocols within the construction sector.
  The research found that despite motivation from most construction professionals to deliver sustainable outcomes, less than half manage to achieve them within a project.
  The study, which surveyed al
  
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• Building Safety Act awareness is rising

  15-11-2024 10:03 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Awareness of the Building Safety Act and its implications is growing across the building services sector according to new research commissioned by the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA).
  The industry-wide survey, carried out by AMA Research on behalf of the Association, reported that 88 per cent of respondents showed some awareness of the Act with almost a third claiming to be “fully aware”. There were higher levels of awareness among BESA members than the industry as a
  
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• Biffa partners with Olio to reduce food waste

  15-11-2024 09:31 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Sustainable waste management company Biffa has partnered with Olio, an innovative food sharing app, to add same-day local food redistribution to its existing toolkit of surplus redistribution and sustainable waste management solutions.
  Every year in the UK, billions of potential meals end up in the bin, while 11.3 million people struggle to feed themselves. Biffa’s new collaboration with Olio offers retail and hospitality businesses a unique opportunity to transform the
  
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• Makita launches new 40VMax brushless multi-tool

  15-11-2024 09:05 via fmj.co.uk
  
  Makita has added a new high-performance cordless multi-tool to its powerful 40VMax XGT platform. The TM001G XGT Multi-Tool is compact and lightweight making it convenient and flexible to use whilst still delivering on all aspects of performance.
  The TM001G is compatible with STARLOCK MAX accessories, a tight-lock interface system with tool-less blade change for fast installation and removal. Users can set the blade at any angle for easy access and the quick release feature allows the user to swi
  
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• New Tork programme helps customers meet sustainability goals

  15-11-2024 01:00
  New from Essity is Tork Focus4 Sustainability - a programme that promotes transparency and helps customers meet their goals with accessible and reliable sustainability information.Tork Focus4 Sustainability provides a comprehensive summary of the key sustainability benefits of selected Tork systems."As sustainability legislation evolves and expectations increase, businesses need a clear view of sustainability product claims and benefits to understand their impact on people and the planet," said
  
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• Care of hard floors - tough decisions

  15-11-2024 01:00
  What do people want most from their hard floor? Are they seeking a practical, sustainable and low-cost solution, or do they want a high shine for aesthetic reasons? Ann Laffeaty asks companies whether floor choice is a tough decision for the customer – or whether it is a no-brainer.CHOOSING A FLOOR can be a difficult decision. Businesses first need to consider the impression they wish to make on their customers and on visitors in general.Do they want to provide a comfortable, home-from-hom
  
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