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To do your job well and make your buildings look great you need to use the right equipment and supplies. Your cleaning company can choose from thousands of products in the marketplace today. 

How do you know which product and how much of a product you should use in a particular situation?  Cleaning equipment can take a large chunk out of your budget.  Taking proper care of your cleaning equipment - whether it's a vacuum or burnisher - will save you time and money.  Follow the tips in these articles to not only buy the right product to begin with, but to keep it running a long, long time!

Convention Recap: New Equipment Technology featured at the ISSA Convention
Jean Hanson
Convention Recap: New Equipment Technology featured at the ISSA Convention This is a discussion with Steve and Jean Hanson regarding the new equipment technology they discovered at the ISSA Convention. Just when you thought they couldn't come up with any more time saving products and features, the come out with something amazing! . . . keep reading
WEBINAR: The Basics of Cleaning Chemistry - Part 2
WEBINAR: The Basics of Cleaning Chemistry - Part 2 In order to clean professionally, cleaning companies must understand the basics of cleaning chemistry. It is critical to choose the right cleaner for the type of soil being removed and the surface being cleaned. Without this knowledge, you or your employees risk damaging client property. In Part 2, we discuss the factors involved in selecting a cleaning product. . . . keep reading
WEBINAR: The Basics of Cleaning Chemistry - Part 1
WEBINAR: The Basics of Cleaning Chemistry - Part 1 In order to clean professionally, cleaning companies must understand the basics of cleaning chemistry. It is critical to choose the right cleaner for the type of soil being removed and the surface being cleaned. Without this knowledge, you or your employees risk damaging client property. In Part 1, we cover the role of cleaning and cleaners. . . . keep reading
AUDIO RECORDING: Kaivac No Touch Cleaning Systems
AUDIO RECORDING: Kaivac No Touch Cleaning Systems This is an audio recording with Colin Schneider of Kaivac No Touch Cleaning Systems. Colin discusses the different types of equipment available, features, how the system works, where you can use the system, productivity, green cleaning benefits, transporting the equipment. . . . keep reading
What To Look For When Choosing "Green" Floor Equipment
Steve Hanson
When you ask people about "green cleaning" they're likely to tell you it's about changing to environmentally friendly cleaning chemicals. But as most of you know, there's more to green cleaning than the chemicals you use. . . . keep reading
Episode #15 CleaningBiz.TV -- Sanitize Surfaces with UV-C Light, Test with ATP Meter
Episode #15 CleaningBiz.TV -- Sanitize Surfaces with UV-C Light, Test with ATP Meter In this episode we demonstrate how you can sanitize surfaces using an amazing new technology called the CleanWave Sanitizing Wand, and then test the effectiveness with an ATP Meter. . . . keep reading
8 Steps to Cleaning Carpet Like a Pro
Steve Hanson
If you'd like to add a profitable stream of income to your cleaning business, then think about adding carpet cleaning services. Since this is a specialized service that requires an investment in education and equipment, you can charge more for this service than you can for general cleaning. But before jumping in feet first, make sure you follow these 8 steps to clean carpet like a pro. . . . keep reading
Tips For Mopping With Microfiber Flat Mops
Steve Hanson
If you are used to mopping with regular string mops, you'll soon realize that mopping with microfiber flat mops is very different. Some employees of cleaning contractors complain about streaking, so the following are tips from a cleaning business owner on training employees on how to mop with microfiber flat mops. . . . keep reading
Tips for Choosing the Right Wood Care Product
Steve Hanson
Tips for Choosing the Right Wood Care Product Are you confused by all of the wood surfaces available for floors and furniture? Cleaning and taking care of those surfaces can be a confusing task. Just as there are dozens of wood types, there seems to be an equal number of polishes to match. By learning to recognize wood types and care methods, you will be able to provide an important service to your clients. . . . keep reading
AUDIO: Advanced Vapor Technologies (Rick Hoverson)
AUDIO: Advanced Vapor Technologies (Rick Hoverson) Listen as Steve Hanson interviews Rick Hoverson of Advanced Vapor Technologies, manufacturer of steam vapor systems. The MondoVap and VaporJet systems are popular with residential cleaning company owners. Their steamers set the standard for industrial-strength GREEN sanitation. . . . keep reading
VIDEO: The Difference Between High-Density and Low-Density Trash Can Liners
VIDEO: The Difference Between High-Density and Low-Density Trash Can Liners Have you ever had a trash can liner puncture and tear easily from a sharp object in the trash? Perhaps you're using the wrong kind of trash can liner! Some liners are more suited to paper trash while others are stronger and more suited for sharp objects. In this video, Steve Hanson shows you the difference between high-density and low-density trash can liners. . . . keep reading
Trash Can Liner Basics
Steve Hanson
Trash Can Liner Basics Many janitorial companies supply trash can liners to their customers. So how do you know what to recommend? Trash can liners used to be judged by overall thickness. Now, however, they are broken down into the types of resin: low-density, linear low-density, and density polyethylene. . . . keep reading
AUDIO: Interview with Mike Robert of American Dryer
AUDIO: Interview with Mike Robert of American Dryer Whether you provide green cleaning services to your customers or just want to save your customers money, you'll want to listen to this recorded interview. American Dryer's products can save customers 95% of paper towel costs while protecting the environment. Mike explains the cost analysis you can do with your customers, how using air dryers can reduce land fill waste, how they can save 80% on energy costs, and how using the Extreme Air dryer can help your customers gain LEED points. . . . keep reading
Trash Cans: Microbes Mean Money
Steve Hanson
Trash Cans: Microbes Mean Money Foul odors are common in the cleaning industry. Let's face it: odor control is one of the main reasons we need to clean. There are few odors more pungent than that of a wet, dirty trash can. In an age of recycling, much of what we throw away is theoretically separated as "clean" materials. Dry paper, cardboard, and other recycled materials offer no opportunity for odors to exist. The combination of liquid, organic matter, and time is what causes foul odors. Where do these conditions exist? Of course, in the most commonplace of items, a typical trash can or bin. . . . keep reading
What To Do When Your Vacuum Cleaner Stops Running
Steve Hanson
What To Do When Your Vacuum Cleaner Stops Running Has this ever happened to you or your employees? You plug in your vacuum cleaner, turn it on and nothing happens. You turn the switch off and on, wondering what is going on. You check the wall outlet and everything seems fine. Now what? . . . keep reading
EPA Regulations for Disinfectants and Sanitizers
Jean Hanson
In order to protect the user and environment from potential hazards, manufacturers of disinfectants and sanitizers are required to label their products with certain information. They must also let the user know how and where to use the product. . . . keep reading
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