ISSA Article feed for the Cleaning Industry: All Articles

Encapsulating Green Carpet Cleaning

Mike Sawchuk — Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Mike Sawchuk
Many cleaning professionals might be surprised to learn that there is one form of carpet cleaning that fits most environmental needs fairly well, even though many in the industry are not that familiar with it: encapsulation.

A Primer on Today’s Carpet Extractor Wands

Mark Baxter — Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Mark Baxter
When selecting a carpet extractor, many cleaning professionals and facility managers investigate the machine itself but spend surprisingly little time scrutinizing the unit’s wand. This can be a serious oversight due to the crucial role the wand plays in the carpet cleaning process.

Excuses, Excuses…

Dave Fellman — Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Dave Fellman
Don’t tolerate excuses! Combat three common rationalizations of underperforming, underachieving salespeople with these helpful rebuttals.

Brushing Up on Your Water Vocabulary

Doug Berjer — Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Doug Berjer
With last week's observation of Earth Day, this article will examines some basic terms used to discuss water, water conservation, and water recycling in order for us all to have a clearer understanding.

Every Day Is Earth Day for the Cleaning Industry

Jolynn Kennedy — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Jolynn Kennedy
With Earth Day this weekend, we look at how the professional cleaning industry is complementing the goals first brought to light by Earth Day’s founders.

Time for Distributors to 'Think Water'

Klaus Reichardt — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Klaus Reichardt
With the dawn of the green movement, the cleaning industry is now just as concerned with cleaning for health as it is with cleaning for appearance. Protecting the health of building users and the environment, as well as the cleaning worker, are now seen as equally important as making things look clean.

Making a Positive Impression

Dave Mesko — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Dave Mesko
With a high level of issues surrounding restroom cleanliness that can easily lead to lost business, facility managers must establish a comprehensive restroom cleaning program to generate a pleasant environment and keep businesses thriving.

The Death of a Small Business: Five Common HR Mistakes

Scott Williams — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Scott Williams
Five reoccurring violations that small businesses may think are acceptable but if not addressed properly, can result in serious financial repercussions.

Betco: A Company You Can Bet On

Graeme Golucki — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Graeme Golucki
In 1954, Betco exhibited at its first ISSA/INTERCLEAN® (then known as the ISSA) show with a simple table-top booth and its only two products. From that first show alone, Betco acquired 45 new distributors. The now leading cleaning chemical and equipment manufacturer hasn’t missed a show since.

Get Linked for Success

Timmy King — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Timmy King
Everyone is talking about LinkedIn. Find out how to create and expand your profile on this professional networking site to get the most out of it.

Market Focus: Cleaning for Health

Robert Kravitz — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Robert Kravitz
The link between cleaning and protecting human health is now a well-established, giving cleaning professionals confidence in having a definite role and purpose beyond just tidying up facilities. But how can we tell if we are cleaning to protect human health?

How ISSA Members Are Working to Change the Way the World Views Cleaning

Dianna Steinbach — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Dianna Steinbach
This is ISSA’s new brand promise, and many ISSA members are already headed in the right direction. Find out what these industry pioneers are already doing to make cleaning one of the last—rather than first—budgets to be cut.

Managing Your Online Image

Bob DeStefano — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Bob DeStefano
You’ve spent a lot of time and money to create a name for your self in the industry, and you want your brand to be recognized—in a good way. Discover ways to monitor what others are saying about your company online and what to do it you come across a less-than-flattering remark.

Member Milestones: 66 Years of Guiding the Way

Graeme Golucki — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Graeme Golucki
Who would have thought that an US$85 loan would turn into a 66-plus-year business? But that is exactly how the long-lived, highly successful jansan manufacturer Multi-Clean got its start.

ISSA/INTERCLEAN Amsterdam 2012: All in One Place

Chris Klopper — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Chris Klopper
Newest products, top presenters, industry networking ... find it all at the industry’s largest international exhibition.

ISSA’s Promise: Bringing You Closer to Your Customers

Dianna Steinbach — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Dianna Steinbach
ISSA rolled out it’s new brand promise at the last ISSA/INTERCLEAN North America last October. Read the strides your association has made already toward helping your customers understand the need for your services.

ISSA Exclusive: 2012 Regional Meetings

Graeme Golucki — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Graeme Golucki
A recap of the ISSA 2012 Regional Meeting, “Sales Secrets of Dominant Predator".

Standing at Work: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Robert Kravitz — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Robert Kravitz
Prolonged standing at work can cause serious health problems, such as low back pain and circulation problems in the legs. This article offers some tips to minimize or prevent these issues.

Quiz: Understanding Hospital-Associated Infections

Matt Morrison — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Matt Morrison
This short quiz is designed to test your knowledge of HAIs. After all, the more cleaning professionals know about HAIs, the better we will be able to prevent them.

Sometimes the Best Solution Is No Product at All

Steve Marcotte — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

By Steve Marcotte
Sales reps might think they always have to move products at every meeting, no matter what. But as this end-user story relates, sometimes offering a potential client a solution and building a relationship can be much more important than getting an immediate sale.