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New launches and the latest innovations at the Cleaning Show 2021
After a year that has seen heightened awareness of the importance of cleanliness and sanitation, it is more important than ever for businesses across all industry sectors to embed effective and safe hygiene practices into their daily routines. Helping businesses and cleaning professionals discover the next big product innovation and to learn from leading industry experts, the Cleaning Show 2021 returns to ExCeL, London from 2-4 November, and will welcome some of the industry’s leading suppliers as they showcase innovative cleaning products to an expected 7000 attendees. Autonomous cleaning will be high on the agenda. ICE, the UK’s largest independent provider of cleaning equipment, will be on hand to showcase its wide range of future friendly cleaning solutions. Among its newly launched products, ICE will demonstrate its new UV Bot - the latest in its cobotics range, designed to advance autonomous cleaning through innovation. It enables the operator to add disinfectant and set tasks before the self-driving UV Bot begins its work. It is complete with 3D obstacle avoidance and 360° UV-C and ultrasonic dry mist disinfection. Darren Marston, executive chairman of ICE, will be speaking in the Cleaning Show Conference at 10.30am on Wednesday 3 November. His presentation is entitled: ‘The rise of the Co-Bots: how autonomous cleaning can support and enhance current cleaning practices’. Also with a focus on autonomous cleaning, Killis will demonstrate its Leobot. Designed to maximise productivity and optimise cleaning efficiency, it uses up to 70% less water than some robots, delivering an eco-friendly and safe alternative to enable
operatives to increase the cleaning frequency of those all-important touch points. Other hot topics at the event – the first dedicated cleaning and hygiene show since the COVID-19 outbreak – will be newly developed sanitising and disinfecting solutions. Amongst these, Vycel will show its electrostatic sprayer designed to deliver a positively charged water-based antimicrobial spray, quickly sanitising and disinfecting 100% of surfaces within just 30 seconds. P-Wave will also show its GermErase 24hr disinfectant product in partnership with GermErase, whilst IK Sprayers will be introducing its new IK e 15 BS to visitors which comes with four specifically designed nozzles to improve effectiveness, safety, and speed of treatments. This is going to be a great event, bringing our industry back together to celebrate all that has been achieved during the pandemic, and looking at solutions to meet future challenges. Further details of the Cleaning Show can be found on Pages 2438 of this issue of this issue – and at www.cleaningshow.co.uk, where free registration is also available. I wish you a clean, tidy and healthy month ahead.
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The Cleaning Show 2021 Official Preview. Showcasing the latest advances in cleaning practices and technologies – and to celebrate the critical role the sector continues to play in managing COVID-19 - The Cleaning Show returns to ExCeL, London from 2-4 November 2021.
Industry News. In the news this month… Aramark cleans up ay BICSc NI awards, Thousands sign up for BICSc virtual training offering, Research: shoppers concerned about COVID safety as they return to the high street, . Winners of the CHSA’s 2021 undergraduate bursary announced, Sodexo gifts more than £1 million to help fund apprenticeships, Yorkshire cleaning brand celebrates award win, New Master for the WCEC.
People. Personnel news and new appointments from across the cleaning and FM sectors.
Contracts. We take a look at all the latest contracts awarded across the industry.
New Products. An overview of some of the new products available on the market this month.
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Feature: Healthcare & Hospital Hygiene. Cleaning and hand hygiene are vital in any healthcare setting. Cleaning operatives have a duty of care to keep floors and surfaces clean and sanitised, while medical staff need to ensure that their hands remain clean and virus-free to avoid the risk of cross-contamination. This feature looks at research, practices and product innovations designed to keep these critical facilities clean and safe.
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A look at the cleaning sector this month.
It’s not rocket science – but cleaning is not ‘no science’! Stan Atkins, CEO of BICSc, reports.
CSSA launches Clean Start campaign. Daniel Cross, CSSA marketing chair, reports.
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Aramark cleans up at BICSc NI awards ARAMARK Northern Europe has won three categories at the British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) Northern Ireland Nation Awards. The event took place in Belfast City Hall and represented the first event that has been held there since the COVID-19 pandemic. In total, over 10 Aramark personnel were nominated at the awards, winning three out of the four categories it entered. Marion Brown won the ‘office’ category, making this the eighth consecutive year that Aramark has won this category. Ian Barnard took home the prize in the ‘leisure and hospitality’ category and Amy Peachey was the winner of the ‘supervisor’ category. Colm McGrath, Aramark BICSc trainer and BICSc Northern Ireland chairman, said: “Aramark has always been a great supporter of the BICSc NI Nation Awards throughout the years and, after a long 18 months, it was great to get back to the iconic Belfast City Hall for this year’s event. The awards are always highly competitive, so all of our finalists should be really proud of their achievements.”
Front row: Heather McMillen, Aramark area manager; Amy Peachey, winner of the ‘supervisor’ category; and Colm McGrath, Aramark compliance/BICSc trainer, assessor and BICSc NI Nation chairman. Second row: Urszula Koziol Jarecka, supervisor finalist; Daniel Pastuszcak, Aramark area manager; Nikki Jameson Thompson (Stranmillis College), supervisor finalist; and Sheridan Johnston (Stranmillis College), education finalist. Third row: Linda Lucy, finalist leisure and hospitality; Anite Wilgaus, Aramark supervisor; and Michelle Stewart, Aramark cleaning operative. Back row: Martin Walker, Aramark regional manager; Kate Proctor, Aramark regional manager; Susan Cooke, Aramark HR specialist; Shane Flynn, managing director, Aramark Ireland; Ray Taylor, operations director; Danny McAuley, Aramark operations manager; David Maxwell, leisure and hospitality finalist; and Ian Barnard, leisure and hospitality winner.
Shane Flynn, managing director of Aramark Ireland, said: “I am delighted that our Aramark
throughout all of our client sites. The COVID-19
pandemic, so it is a privilege for us to honour
cleaning operatives have been recognised for
pandemic has shone a light on the importance
them and their work. Overall, this is a huge
their work. This is a true testament to their
of clean, safe and hygienic environments.
achievement for the company, one we are
ethos and work ethic and demonstrates their
Our team has done an exceptional job each
incredibly proud of.”
commitment to the high standards upheld
and every day since the beginning of the
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Thousands sign up for BICSc virtual training offering BICSC is celebrating the success of its
ways to do this is through professional
recently-launched BICSc Business Services
training. We are delighted that, for the first
extremely excited to announce the
Virtual Training Suite, which has seen an
time, we’re able to offer online a range of
introduction of the BICSc Supervisor’s
unprecedented number of candidates register
BICSc accredited and certificated training
Certificate. This will be a 360-degree course
to participate. As the largest independent,
courses, aimed at making training accessible
and will be one of the most comprehensive
professional and educational body within
to all and enhance our ongoing training
courses for a supervisor within the cleaning
the cleaning industry, Northampton-based
options, including our in-person training.”
and hygiene industry. It demonstrates how
BICSc has announced that within weeks of
As BICSc celebrates its 60th anniversary,
we continually review our training offering
Neil Spencer-Cook added: “We are
unveiling its comprehensive virtual training
the organisation demonstrates how
and always look for innovative ways we can
option, more than 5000 students, nationwide
it continues to lead the industry with
make our training more accessible to all.”
and globally, had enrolled to access the range
ground-breaking innovation, including the
of courses.
announcement of its new BICSc Cleaning
the industry, the new course aims to provide
Supervisor’s Certificate, which launched
a robust and well-rounded knowledge for
in September.
any supervisor of cleaning operatives. As
Michelle Iland, marketing manager at BICSc, said: “The pandemic has meant
Designed to be the ‘go to’ qualification for
the benefits of cleaning and hygiene has
BICSc most comprehensive course to date,
been brought to the forefront of people’s
it will consist of 10 modules, which can be
minds. Cleaning operatives are becoming
completed over a 12-month period, allowing
more visible and, more importantly, more
course candidates access to a breadth of
respected. Part of the our mission is ‘to
more than 170 lessons.
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Research: shoppers concerned about COVID safety as they return to the high street WHILE restrictions have now lifted, almost three
In addition to clean air systems, over
that can show it is taking the virus seriously and
quarters (73%) of Brits are still worried about
half (54%) of respondents want to see an
is COVID-secure. And more than half (54%) of
visiting shops and cafés where there are no
increased cleaning regime in place while
respondents even said that they will choose to
COVID-19 measures in place, new research from
half (50%) would like to see hand sanitiser
spend their money with businesses that can
Mitie has revealed. More than half (53%) went as
available in stores. Other measures that
show they are putting COVID safety measures
far as to say they will only go into shops which
would offer peace of mind are increased
in place.
have visible anti-COVID measures.
touch point cleaning, which a third (36%)
Meanwhile, a fifth of UK adults (22%)
want to see in shops and cafés, while a
confirmed that they would spend more time
priority for more than half of adults (54%), who
quarter (25%) want temperature checks for
in a store if they could see that anti-COVID
say they would be more comfortable spending
everyone using the building.
measures were in place. A compulsory mask
Ensuring a regular flow of clean air was a high
The survey also shows that investing in
policy, social distancing measures, increased
there is increased air ventilation. Similarly, more
safety measures is not only the right thing to
cleaning, and visible air ventilation would all
than a quarter (28%) would like technology that
do, but also makes good business sense too.
encourage shoppers to spend around half an
reduces viruses from the air, such as ultraviolet
Two thirds (67%) of respondents confirmed that
hour longer inside if they were in place.
light, to be in place.
they would look more favourably on a business
time inside high street shops and cafés where
Daniel Guest, chief operating officer, Mitie Technical Services, said: “While the nation’s COVID restrictions are no longer in place, it is clear that there remains concern from the public that shops, cafés and other retail premises are safe spaces to visit. By investing in measures like increased cleaning regimes and technology like UV light that can help kill viruses in the air, retail and hospitality businesses can keep their customers safe, prevent the spread of the virus, and give consumers confidence to spend time on the high street.” Mitie has created a dedicated page which has advice and tips for businesses are looking to create a COVID secure environment for customers. WWW.MITIE.COM
Winners of the CHSA’s 2021 undergraduate bursary announced AFTER completing almost their entire A Level
small part we are helping to set these three
courses under the shadow of the coronavirus
young people on their way to meaningful
pandemic, three talented students are
careers. All the applicants exhibited hard work
celebrating. Chloe Dunn, Phoebe Stevenson and
and a determination to achieve. We were also
Molly Black have been selected as the recipients
impressed by their contribution to their wider
of the Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association’s
communities. With 11 applicants for three
(CHSA) 2021 Undergraduate Bursaries.
bursaries, it was inevitable some would be
The CHSA rejuvenated its Undergraduate Bursary Scheme in 2016. Since then, 11 young
Left, Phoebe Stevenson; top, Molly Black; and bottom right, Chloe Dunn.
disappointed. The margins were very small so the making the final decision was incredibly challenging. Those who were not selected
people have benefited from the bursary while at university. It is worth £4500 to each successful
David Garcia, according to need, worthiness,
should feel proud of all they have achieved
applicant, £1500 being paid at the start of each
endeavour, and overall performance.
to date and the way in which they presented
academic year or the first three years if the degree is longer. Applicants were assessed by a judging panel, led by CHSA vice president and treasurer, 10 OCTOBER 2021
David Garcia said: “Young people have had
themselves to the panel. We wish the final
a tough time during the pandemic. We are
three, and all the applicants, every success at
delighted to offer something positive, awarding
university and in their future careers.”
bursaries to Chloe, Phoebe and Molly. In some
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Sodexo gifts more than £1 million to help fund apprenticeships SODEXO is helping numerous small companies and not-forprofit organisations to upskill their workforce by gifting more than £1 million of its apprenticeship levy to support 106 new apprentices. The money is helping train people for roles across many sectors including trainee paramedics for the London
KILLS
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99.99 % OF GERMS
and support staff for locally-based community organisations and
we have committed to ensuring
sports clubs in areas such as
that all appropriate job roles and
Salford, Worcester and Bath.
vacancies are considered as an
The levy is also funding a
this to such an extent with SMEs
school in Salford - where one of
and not-for-profit organisations is
Sodexo’s main offices is based
truly a privilege and we wish each
- enabling them to gain a Level
apprentice benefitting from this
5 apprenticeship qualification.
every success.” apprenticeships at Sodexo,
workers in the hotel and catering
added: “As one of the largest
industry as firms across the UK are
facilities management
facing recruitment issues due to
organisations in the country, we
the pandemic.
build up a huge apprenticeship
Large businesses, such as
fund each year and, while we are
Sodexo, can gift up to 25% of
committed to the apprenticeship
their apprenticeship levy to help
scheme and encourage all of our
other organisations.
colleagues in Sodexo to further
In February this year, during
their development and boost
National Apprenticeship Week,
their careers, we also feel it is
Sodexo committed to donate
important to gift a percentage to
£800,000 a year to benefit SME
help local communities, SMEs,
organisations and not for profits.
the public sector, and community
Having increased the amount
based organisations.”
given to other organisations to
Sodexo ensures it is ‘gifting
meet this commitment, Sodexo
with purpose’ to employers that
has now gifted a total of £1,000,629
share the company’s ethos when
since 2019.
it comes to health and safety and ensuring their workforce is
chair for UK and Ireland, said:
diverse and inclusive. Earlier this
“As an organisation that serves
year, Sodexo launched its Social
the public in so many important
Impact Pledge which included
ways, it is incumbent on us to
a commitment to contribute
operate with purpose and to
to the economic, social and
create a positive social impact in
environmental development of
the communities we serve. Our
the cities, regions and countries in
apprenticeship programme is
which it works.
incredibly important to us and
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Yorkshire cleaning brand celebrates award win YORKSHIRE-based cleaning brand, Astonish has secured the Manufacturer of the Year Award (over £25 million) at the Made in Yorkshire Awards 2021. Astonish has been available for nearly 50 years and currently manufactures and ships goods all across the UK and to some 30 markets globally. The brand has had an impressive 12 months, increasing sales by 50%. Astonish also developed an anti-bacterial surface cleaner specifically designed for the NHS and donated all of the profits back to the NHS. These achievements were highlighted by the judging panel and helped the brand secure the award. Howard Moss, CEO of Astonish, said: “We were delighted to receive this award and proud that our dedicated team has been recognised for all of their hard work over the last challenging year. We are looking ahead to an exciting year for Astonish with the aim of expanding our product range and growing our market share across the industry.” WWW.ASTONISHCLEANERS.CO.UK
New Master for the WCEC THE Worshipful Company of Environmental
member for 20 years, and has been closely
Cleaners has welcomed Gary Fage as its new
involved with most WCEC committees for the
the WCEC’s newest programme, the
Master after his installation ceremony on Friday
past three years. He was appointed the Master
Chartered Practitioners in Environmental
17 September 2021. Fage has been a WCEC
Elect by the Court last February.
Cleaning, and said: “I’m so proud to be
He is particularly committed to supporting
elected as the new Master of the WCEC. I will do as much as I can to build the momentum of its chartership programme to raise our industry’s standing, support our workforce and build a recognised community of cleaning industry professionals that commands the respect it deserves. The WCEC has an important role to play in making that happen for our industry.” Gary Fage has had a long and successful career in the cleaning industry, and is now managing director of Janitorial Express and a director of Jangro Group. He brings with him a passion and commitment to cultivate more efficient and environmentally-friendly practices in the UK’s cleaning and hygiene industries. These elements already guide the direction of his own business, supplying eco-friendly cleaning products. He hopes to encourage his peers to embrace circular economy and C2C practices, ultimately growing a more sustainably focused culture within the cleaning industry. WWW.WC-EC.COM 12 OCTOBER 2021
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‘Ladies Day’ at the races for CSSA MEMBERS of the CSSA Women’s Group and
afternoon tea, complete with scones, cream
their guests enjoyed a day at Pontefract
and jams. Lynn Webster said: “A major benefit
Racecourse Ladies Day in August as part of the
of being a member of the Cleaning and Support
association’s networking activities. The day,
Services Association is networking events such
organised by CSSA Women’s Group chair, Lynn
as this. Not only did our guests enjoy a fantastic
Webster, was well attended with additional
day out, they were also able to conduct
more networking events for CSSA members
tickets requested by guests.
informal business meetings and make valuable
and their guests in the future but it makes a real
new contacts in a fun and relaxed environment.”
difference to host an event with a twist such as
The group enjoyed a full day and was able
Lynn Webster continued: “We are hosting
to watch the racing from a private balcony
Among those in attendance at the event
a day at the races. The Ladies Day event was an
- fortunate as the weather was not on side!
were: Joanne Robinson, managing director
absolute success and we are looking at offering
This ‘dine and view’ package offers smaller
of Solution One Services Ltd; Charlotte Killis,
even more tickets for the 2022 race day.”
corporate groups the opportunity to dine in
sales and events manager at Killis Ltd; and
style in the Dalby Stand’s private boxes.
Daniel Cross, UK marketing manager at
to learn more about the benefits of becoming a
Tennant Company and also chair of the CSSA
member of the CSSA, please visit:
marketing executive.
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As part of the package CSSA guests enjoyed a three-course meal followed by traditional
For more information on CSSA events, and
Sodexo names corporate responsibility director SODEXO has appointed Claire Atkins Morris as
development and head of service support, a role
now more important than ever. Claire’s skills and
director of corporate responsibility (CR) for the
that saw her support the business to effectively
expertise make her an outstanding appointment for
UK and Ireland. She has over 11 years’ experience
bid and mobilise.
the role and her ability to engage stakeholders and
working for Sodexo, starting in healthcare
Sean Haley, region chair, Sodexo UK and Ireland,
build relationships will ensure that our CR actions
as a waste and environment manager. Since
said: “As we continue to recover from the impact
continue to make a positive impact and support
then she has held several positions, including
of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business, having
the communities in which we live and work.”
head of waste management, head of soft FM
a strong position on corporate responsibility is
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Record-breaking year for Salisbury Group SALISBURY Group has provided an update
sector-focused provider to one with a majority
in a net positive contribution back to
about a ‘superb 12 months of business’.
of business coming through partnerships in the
the environment.
Following the initial stages of the pandemic,
private sector.
Andrew Lunt, group managing director
when many tender processes were suspended
The company’s success follows a drive to
at Salisbury Group, said: “We have had an
or delayed, the company has won 10 contracts
grow Salisbury’s brand and reputation in the
excellent year of growth, adding major new
over the past year. These include a contract to
market. This involved a successful rebrand
clients in important sectors. In each case,
provide mechanical and electrical engineering
in July 2020 and a subsequent customer
we have gained clients with whom we have
maintenance for a major television channel,
engagement campaign. It resulted in
strong cultural alignment and can build real
a support services agreement with a car
Salisbury entering the i-FM Top 50 and being
partnerships. We have grown because of our
business and FM deals with large healthcare
recognised as one of the ‘Top 10 Challenger
strong track record of customer satisfaction and
and utility providers.
Brands’ in the FM sector.
continuous improvement, and also our ethos
The 10 contracts have a combined total
Subsequently, Salisbury unveiled its
of empowering our people to take a personal
contract value of over £30 million, not including
‘Climate Positive Company’ commitment,
approach to customer interactions. A superb 12
possible extensions, with many further
which involves a transformation to low-
months of business shows how well placed we
opportunities in the pipeline. This represents
carbon operations. In the meantime, it is
are to grow quickly as the economy rebounds
Salisbury’s best-ever year of growth, and means
offsetting 10% more carbon emissions than
strongly from the pandemic.”
it has successfully pivoted from a mostly public
the business produces every year - resulting
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London Bridge City contract awarded PRINCIPLE Cleaning Services has been
Principle Cleaning Services to London Bridge
awarded a three-year contract with London
City as our new cleaning and environmental
Bridge City for cleaning and window cleaning.
services partner. London Bridge City is a world-
The company will provide a 24/7 cleaning
class estate located in the heart of London, in
operation across the 21.5 acre estate, using
a prime location on the Thames. It demands
a dedicated workforce to deliver flexible and
the highest standards of sustainable cleaning
sustainable cleaning services.
and we look forward to working with Principle
London Bridge City has 3 million sq ft of
to refine the service, leveraging technology and
highest levels of industry benchmarking and we
office, retail and leisure space, stretching half
environmentally-friendly cleaning methods to
were able to demonstrate that our dedicated
a mile along the riverfront between London
the benefit of all stakeholders.”
management team and focus on collaboration,
Bridge and Tower Bridge. Its property portfolio
Mike Darmanin, portfolio director, Principle
partnerships, technology, and sustainability
includes No 1 London Bridge, Cottons Centre,
Cleaning Services, said: “To be awarded this
is the most effective model on the cleaning
Hay’s Galleria, More London Place and
contract for such a significant piece of London
market. We are looking forward to supporting
Riverside, the Unicorn Theatre, and City Hall.
real estate is an immense achievement for
London Bridge City and are committed to
all involved and we are proud to add London
developing our partnership further.”
Bridge City to our portfolio. Principle meets the
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Magnus MacAulay, estate director, London Bridge City, said: “We are delighted to welcome
Incentive FM signs deal with RPS THE Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has
reception management, M&E, and cleaning
in meeting our current needs - it’s great to have
awarded Incentive FM with a 3-year total FM
services at the RPS corporate head office, national
a knowledgeable partner we can look to shape
contract for five significant sites in London.
museum, national archives, and national library.
our future workplace needs with.”
Incentive FM will provide security services,
The contract will include 13 full time members of staff working at the five locations. Michael Bonne, head of information and
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Matt Pilling, director - workplace solution at Incentive FM, said: “To work with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society has been a pleasure,
facilities at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society,
in implementing a service offering in full
said: “Incentive FM has proven to be a highly
partnership meeting their diverse needs.
supportive partner, adapting quickly to
The matching of the two business cultures in
our changing needs brought about by the
delivering excellent expert service around a
pandemic. They have helped to support
focus on people has been truly inspirational.
our workforce providing a safe, clean and
I look forward to a long term partnership in a
productive workplace during a time of immense
changing office portfolio.”
change. Matt and his team have been first class
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It’s not rocket science – but cleaning is not ‘no science’! THE founders of the British
into space, it found out that
products to clean the bath, shower and toilet
Institute of Cleaning Science
the pens would not work
at his home in Almere. Within minutes of
were selective in the naming
at zero gravity (ink will not
finishing and settling down in his lounge, he
of the Institute. Firstly, we
flow down to the writing
heard an explosion caused by the reaction
are not a trade association,
surface). In order to solve
between the various chemicals he had used.
we are an Institute of
this problem, NASA hired
Police say the man was unhurt, but all the
like-minded people and
Andersen Consulting. It
windows were smashed, and his walls were
the word ‘science’ was well
took one decade and $12
reported as likely to collapse.
chosen and probably ahead
million to develop a pen that
I have always contended when asked about
of its time in 1961. Cleaning has never been a
worked at zero gravity, upside down, under
mixing chemicals, not that the effects are
glamorous occupation and, therefore, training
water, on practically any surface including
unknown, but that as soon as you mix two
had been greatly overlooked. It was assumed
crystal and in a temperature range from
chemicals you have broken the law because
that if you could clean at home, you could clean
below freezing to over 300 degrees Celsius.
there is no MSDS sheet for the concoction you
commercially. This, as we all know, is not the
The Russians used a pencil! This shows the
have produced.
case. Only those who have been trained correctly
issue with concentrating on the problem and
can clean correctly. The earliest references I can
not the solution.
find regarding cleaning training are training notes
Furthermore, when Jo Saltzer, a janitor
The Institute strives to concentrate on solutions, and we have posted many papers on our website during the ongoing COVID
written by monks for the cleaning of monasteries
working for NASA in 1968, was asked by a visitor
pandemic. Also, the majority of BICSc
circa 1600. However, cleaning did feature in a
what he did, he replied: ‘I am helping to put a
training is available on our online learning
1970s public information film entitled ‘Fatal
man on the moon’, which shows that cleaning
platform and we will continue to serve
floor’, although it was more to do with domestic
operatives often associate more strongly with
the industry and our members in the best
cleaning and slips/trips/falls.
the client than the contractor.
possible way.
So let’s take a look at NASA (National
Here’s a true account of what can happen.
For further information, please visit the BICSc
Aeronautics and Space Administration).
A Dutch man blew up his flat by over cleaning
virtual training suite at:
When NASA began the launch of astronauts
the bathroom. The man used several cleaning
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CSSA launches Clean Start campaign Daniel Cross, CSSA marketing chair and UK marketing manager at Tennant Company, reports. HAVING only been in the cleaning industry
are school leavers, graduates or
and decried as unskilled workers -
a short seven years, I know first-hand the
professionals already in a career
cleaners. All around the country
experience of entering a new industry. I was
looking for a change.
and in this building, (they) are doing their best to keep our
Of course, cleaning operatives
a primary school teacher before I joined Vaclensa in 2015 and had never even heard of
play a vital and leading role
a scrubber dryer.
within the industry but we need
places hygienic and safe.” An All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the cleaning
to make people aware of the
Now I lead the UK marketing for Tennant
and hygiene sector was
Company, one of the world’s leading
other exciting opportunities within
manufacturers and suppliers of professional
cleaning and how they can develop
cleaning machines, and am also the chair of the
into real careers. As an example, right now
CSSA Marketing Executive, the hub where our
within the cleaning industry robotics is a hot
the House of Lords joined the group, making it
latest initiative ‘Clean Start’ was created.
topic, and for that we need engineers, software
one of the largest and most credible APPGs.
inaugurated on Tuesday 2 February 2021. A total of 53 MPs and three members of
The CSSA has created a dedicated webpage for the
developers, operators, technical support, and
I am still amazed at the cleaning industry. It constantly produces new innovations and
office support. Right there we have highlighted
Clean Start initiative and we are producing a variety
it was a real eye opener for me when I first
key roles and career opportunities which are
of case studies to give readers an insight into some
entered because there are so many brilliant
quite often completely disassociated with the
of these specific roles, as well as stories about people
opportunities available. People just don’t realise
cleaning industry, but they exist and offer a great
changing careers, entering the cleaning industry and
because they have a certain, and often negative,
opportunity for a rewarding career. Other career
new start-ups. We are also planning a number of
perception of what the cleaning industry is. And
paths available include, but are not limited to,
school visits around the UK to promote the industry
that is exactly what the ‘Clean Start’ initiative
sales, marketing, product development, HR,
and its career paths and to demonstrate to pupils the
aims to change - perceptions.
health and safety, logistics, accounting, IT, and
industry’s exciting innovations. Clean Start will also have a presence at The
customer support.
Far too many people outside the cleaning
The COVID pandemic has placed cleaning front
industry will immediately think of a person
Cleaning Show in London (2-4 November)
walking around with a mop and bucket when you
and centre and, some would argue, given long
alongside the CSSA Innovation Showcase.
suggest the idea of a career in cleaning, and this
overdue praise and recognition to our cleaning
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simply isn’t true.
professionals. Back in March 2020, the then
Clean Start has two real points to its mission -
leader of the Labour Party, Jeremy Corbyn, was
to educate people outside the cleaning industry
taking part in Prime Minister’s Questions when
about the many different roles and career paths
he praised the ‘unsung heroes’ of the public
available, and to promote the cleaning industry
sector who ‘keep us safe’ during the outbreak.
as a real career choice. We want to help people
Corbyn added: “I’d like to pay special mention
uncover these opportunities, whether they
to one group that are hugely ignored, forgotten
The CSSA is a member of the British Cleaning Council. The views of Council members are their own.
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Infection prevention – a frontline perspective Neil Nixon speaks with Yvonne Spencer, the clinical lead for integrated facility management at Sodexo Healthcare, who shares her perspectives on infection prevention and how it’s evolved over the course of the pandemic. Yvonne has over 15 years’ experience in nursing and before joining Sodexo was a ward manager at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. Over the last 18 months, cleaning and
empower people to be part of how we break
infection prevention (IP) in hospitals has
the chain of infection. If people understand the
been a much talked about topic. What are
reasons behind what we’re asking them to do,
your reflections and how are teams starting
we’re able to improve that experience for them,
to think about IP in the longer term?
and help them see that we just want to keep
A big milestone for us now is the new National
everyone safe. Making sure that you’re thinking
Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2021.
about these things as part of your IP strategy
These were about to be rolled out early last
can be transformational.
year but then the pandemic hit plans were put on hold across the country. Now we’re really
How has patient perception of hospital
looking forward to delivering against them. I’m
cleanliness changed in the last 18 months?
hopeful that we’ll start to see a reduction in
Yvonne Spencer
overall HCAIs as a result.
The major change is that patients are now really empowered to challenge if someone
our IP processes and technologies, alongside
isn’t living up to the cleanliness standards that
thinking and the way they manage infections
implementation of the new national standards,
we expect. If a member of staff isn’t washing
in a healthcare setting. For example, it’s
to evolve how we keep healthcare spaces clean
their hands or wearing a face mask, we find
important to create strategies and policies
and safe.
that patients will call it out and ask them to do
I think a lot of IP teams are changing their
something differently.
to deal with COVID-19 as a continuum and not an isolated incident anymore.
What strategies do you think deliver the
We want to feel safe when we’re at our
We must make sure that managing this
most impact when it comes to effective
most vulnerable, and our environment plays
becomes integrated with how we control all
infection prevention and control?
a massive part in this. I think patients are
pathogens, becoming part of our standard
For me, it’s all about the implementation
much more aware of their surroundings and
operating procedures and a measure that we
of change. You really need to engage all
how they’re being managed. In our hospitals
consistently report on.
stakeholders and make sure everyone is
we have communications boards which
aligned before you get going, making sure you
tell patients what they will see and how we
applying them to how we deal with other super
have the right frameworks in place to enable
keep our spaces clean and safe for them. For
bugs. I’m hopeful that we’ll be able to develop
collaborative, connected working.
example, we’ll tell them that they might not see
We’re taking learnings from COVID-19 and
With any new standards or policies, it’s super
us cleaning in the daytime, simply because we
important to firstly put yourself in the shoes
do it out of hours. Or we use a UV-machine in
of the patient and think about what they’ll be
certain circumstances.
experiencing because of the changes that you
I believe that if you know what’s going on,
make. Listening to service users and patients
you feel more in control, and having good
in any development or design can really be
information is a key factor in that.
invaluable. Taking on board those interesting insights and ideas means what you eventually
How has that impacted the people working
roll out has been created with your key users in
in cleaning and infection prevention?
mind, which has huge benefit to NHS staff and
The pandemic has really put the spotlight on
patients alike.
the amazing work that our teams do for the
Working in infection prevention, part of
NHS. It’s more than simply cleaning, it’s a job
my role is to help service users, patients and
that makes a real difference to people’s lives.
their families to know what we’re doing, why
Before an airplane takes off, the cleaning
we’re doing it and how it’s keeping them safe.
and maintenance staff will ensure that the
By communicating effectively and informing
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An effective cleaning routine is critical for hospital hygiene Daniel Took, head of product at Kärcher Professional Products, discusses how to ensure year-round cleanliness within the healthcare sector. MAINTAINING hygiene in hospitals and healthcare facilities is a critical step in the safe operation and management of these establishments. Wards, surgery rooms and treatment rooms must be disinfected between each patient, necessitating immediate, consistent and repetitive cleaning. Intermediate cleaning ensures that the facilities are constantly maintained to a high standard, making less frequent, intense cleans even more efficient when required. To achieve this the PDIR (Preventative, Daily, Interim and Restorative cleaning and maintenance) cleaning process is an ideal practice for facilities managers.
for water-resistant floors, offering surface
Intermediate cleaning
protection to make them more hardwearing.
Maintenance cleaning is key for keeping
Preventative cleaning
things in order but intermediate cleaning
Preventative cleaning focuses on stopping the
Daily maintenance cleaning
is always required and can save time and
dirt from outside making its way into corridors,
Floorcare maintenance is key to ensuring
costs when it comes to deep cleaning. It is
entrances and common walkways. This can
that the surface remains safe for users. For
vital to select the right method to minimise
reduce the build-up of dirt inside by two thirds.
daily cleaning to extend service life, Kärcher’s
disruption to patients and staff and to
For paths and courtyards with entries into
compact scrubber dryer range thoroughly
prevent down-time. For example, using
the facility, Kärcher’s walk-behind vacuum
removes loosened dirt in a single pass leaving
excess water to clean the floors will put them
sweepers are perfect to target dirt from the
surfaces instantly dry, clean and safe to prevent
out of access for long periods. Orbital and
source, sweeping through up to 300m with
trips and falls. The walk-behind scrubber dryers
cylindrical scrubbers are ideal for scrubbing
limited dust development.
are easy to manoeuvre in heavily furnished and
hard floors to remove dirt from the surface
highly frequented areas and can be paired with
without the area being left soaked and
the floors are protected, particularly those that
Kärcher’s environmentally friendly FloorPro
inaccessible as a result.
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New cleaning strategy supports patient recovery and healthcare safety ISS Healthcare has commissioned a project that
Collaborative approach
for our industry, but will also lead to a positive
will take a scientific and behavioural approach
The successful delivery of this project centres
step forward in healthcare cleaning for everyone.
to healthcare cleaning. ISS worked closely with
on a collaborative approach with the NHS, and
We will be delighted for other collaborators to
NHS England and NHS Improvement in the
in particular the hospital ISS’s research and
come on board.”
development of the recently published National
development team are working with. Donna
Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2021. In
Brown, managing director, ISS Healthcare,
project are welcomed from organisations across
support of the standards, the new ISS healthcare
said: “The ISS strategic ambition centres on an
the cleaning and healthcare sphere. Please
strategy is based on using science to validate
innovative project, a scientific and behavioural
contact: enquiries@uk.issworld.com.
the cleaning process which will in turn build
approach to cleaning which is not only pioneering
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Collaboration and participation in the research
confidence throughout the NHS, support shorter patient stays and ultimately provide a safe clinical environment to help save lives, not just during the COVID pandemic but beyond. Collette Sweeney, head of healthcare cleaning at ISS, said: “The application of cleaning science and the impact of behaviour is intrinsically linked to environmental infection control. The purpose of the project is to use science to determine the efficacy and appropriateness of the healthcare cleaning process to deliver evidence-based safe systems of cleaning.”
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The vital healthcare ingredient During the global pandemic it has become more important than ever to keep hospitals clean and germ-free. Liam Mynes from Tork manufacturer Essity considers the importance of training in ensuring these outcomes. CLEANING and hand hygiene are vital in any healthcare setting. Cleaning operatives have a duty of care to keep the floors and surfaces sanitised, while medical staff need to ensure that their hands remain clean and virus-free to avoid the risk of cross-contamination. But while hand hygiene and surface cleaning are both relatively straightforward tasks, many healthcare workers are still getting them wrong. Staff members can all too easily miss an important step in the process - particularly if they have received inadequate training or are in a hurry to move on to the next job. Not every medical worker will be washing their
healthcare workers globally fail to practise hand
A recent study carried out by United Minds on
hands frequently enough or in the right way, for
hygiene on a regular basis. Healthcare staff and
behalf of Essity revealed that 80% of healthcare
example. And overstretched cleaning operatives
hospital cleaning operatives therefore need to
professionals wanted to improve their hand
might inadvertently neglect some hospital
fully understand the protocols of cleaning and
hygiene compliance but added that they found
surfaces or use the same cleaning cloth for
hand hygiene. And they also need to be aware of
most traditional training modules uninspiring.
multiple applications, a practice that could lead
what they are doing and why. This is why training
Around 60% of the 1000-plus staff members
to cross-contamination.
is so vital in a hospital - both for hand hygiene
polled said they would also like hand hygiene
and surface cleaning.
to be given a higher priority in their unit. A total
The cleaning team is at the sharp end of hospital hygiene and it is their responsibility to
Cleaning operatives should be taught how to
of 98% considered hand hygiene to be a very
ensure that all surfaces are kept sanitised and
sanitise all patient areas in the most logical and
important element of their daily work while 40%
germ-free. But hospital cleaning operatives
hygienic way possible. They should understand
called for better hand hygiene training. And a
need few qualifications for their role. According
the order in which surfaces should be cleaned
third of all workers expressed dissatisfaction with
to the NHS website, domestic service assistants
plus the importance of using different cloths for
the current levels of training on offer.
merely need to be physically fit, capable
each task to avoid cross-contamination. And all
of following instructions and able to work
training should be easy to understand, intuitive
scope of our hand hygiene training and made
unsupervised. They must also be able to pay
and take into account the fact that English may
Tork Clean Hands Training - previously only
attention to detail, work as part of a team and
not be their first language.
available with the use of a virtual reality headset
take responsibility for their own work.
Essity has now launched an interactive
At Essity we have now broadened the
- accessible free of charge online via any
training and support package aimed at
electronic device. The training invites users into
to work towards a qualification, such as an NVQ in
healthcare cleaning operatives and facility
a digital world where they are confronted with
cleaning. But it is all too easy for standards to slip
managers. Tork Interactive Clean Hospital
a series of scenarios where hand hygiene needs
during a busy cleaning shift, just as it is entirely
Training takes staff through various real-
to be carried out. Developed in collaboration
possible for a hard-pressed healthcare worker to
world cleaning scenarios in an engaging way.
with behavioural scientists and hand hygiene
forget to wash his or her thumbs or the backs of
The training takes place in a virtual hospital
experts, the course aims to provide hand
their hands during a routine hand wash.
and incorporates modules on daily cleaning
hygiene guidance in an engaging way.
They are trained on the job and are encouraged
The advice from the World Health
in occupied patient rooms plus discharge
The use of posters and stickers reminding
Organisation is that healthcare staff should wash
cleaning protocols. Each module is focused
healthcare staff to wash their hands and providing
their hands before touching a patient, before
on learning by doing and is available in more
instructions on how to do this will help to support
carrying out any aseptic procedure and after
than 15 languages besides English. And an
their efforts. And of course, it is important that
exposure to body fluids. Hand washing should
accompanying ‘train-the-trainer’ module
they are supplied with user-friendly products to
also take place after touching a patient or coming
instructs facility and contract cleaning
be able to comfortably wash and dry their hands.
into contact with a patient’s surroundings. And
managers on how to support their teams and
Frequent and thorough hand washing is essential
the whole washing and drying process should
demonstrate optimum cleaning techniques.
for healthcare workers, but skin irritations and
Hand hygiene, like cleaning, can also be
dermatitis are both associated with repeated
take between 40 and 60 seconds to ensure a thorough cleanse. According to the WHO’s Clean
taught. In fact, studies show that healthcare staff
washing and drying. This means that all soaps and
Hands 2020 campaign, however, around 70% of
would actually like more instruction in this field.
hand towels should be soft and skin-friendly. For
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example, Tork Extra Mild Foam Soap is allergy-
and cleaner healthcare environment because
friendly and certified by the European Centre
both cloths are designed to pick up and retain
for Allergy Research Foundation, while Tork
any particles from the cleaning surface. Healthcare workers are only human, and there
Xpress Extra Soft Multifold Hand Towels are soft, absorbent and gentle on the skin. A fragrance-free
will be occasions when the pressures of work,
conditioning cream such as Tork Non-perfumed
the condition of their skin, the unavailability of
Hand & Body Lotion will help to prevent chapping
products, or simple forgetfulness will result in a
and soreness when used after hand washing.
lapse in hand hygiene or cleaning protocols. So it is vital that the message is constantly reinforced
Cleaning operatives should also be equipped with user-friendly products that facilitate their
with training and that user-friendly hand hygiene
task. Products such as Tork Microfibre Reusable
systems and effective cleaning products are
Cleaning Cloths and Tork Microfibre Disposable
always made available to hospital staff.
Cleaning Cloths can help to promote a safer
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What new ideas and innovations are you
the passengers to get on board. This includes
excited about and why?
communicating what they are doing to patients
making sure everyone has a life jacket that is
I think the recent work at Gateshead Hospital
and visitors, otherwise people may assume that
accessible and fit for purpose. That plane won’t
to adapt the electronic patient record system
the nurse is just on their phone at the end of
take off until the pilot has had the go ahead from
to map who has been in contact with a
their bed, and not using a handheld device for
his team. Similarly, our cleaning and infection
patient has been fantastic. It links into a
clinical reasons. Telling people what the device
prevention teams make sure that an operating
bed mapping system which staff can access
is, how it’s used and why it keeps them safe is
theatre is spotless before an operation takes
via handheld devices, to add and monitor a
important. That kind of patient first approach
place. It’s the same level of rigor and dedication
range of metrics and clinical observations.
makes me excited and is something we should
that goes into making sure an operation can go
This is a smart way to manage the spread of
all really embed in our training and development
ahead on time, so clinical teams can treat and
infection, not just for COVID-19 but for a wide
practices, so it becomes first nature to staff.
care for as many patients as possible.
range of pathogens.
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A ‘total-solutions’ approach to healthcare disinfection INFECTION prevention and housekeeping teams have more choice than ever before. Conventional products are still widely used but new formulations and technologies can complement, enhance or replace existing processes. Diversey’s ‘360’ or total-solutions approach offers traditional products alongside innovations. This provides healthcare professionals with total flexibility to choose the most suitable hand and surface disinfection solutions for their specific requirements. Cleaner-disinfectants, disinfectants and wipes in Diversey’s Oxivir range contain patented AHP (accelerated hydrogen peroxide) as the active ingredient. These products offer broad-spectrum protection - they are effective against a wide range of viruses, spores, yeasts, and fungi, including C. diff, MRSA, Norovirus, E. coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Products in the range kill viruses in 30 seconds in dirty conditions. Their efficacy has been tested to the latest EN standards, including EN14476. This is the virucidal standard that covers enveloped
Using UV-C light
viruses such as SARS-CoV-2, the one that causes
The latest chemical-free disinfection technology
for fixed, portable and personal dispensing
COVID-19. Oxivir products can be used on a
utilises the power of UV-C light. Diversey’s
equipment. Product availability - key to infection
wide range of surfaces without many of the
Moonbeam3 disinfection technology is used in
prevention compliance - is maximised when they
drawbacks of traditional disinfectants. The
many UK hospitals in daily routines to disinfect
are used with Diversey’s IntelliCare system. This
active ingredient degrades to water and oxygen
large areas and hard to reach places. The
dispenser offers contactless operation to reduce
shortly after use, enhancing the sustainability of
portable unit is positioned in a room and turned
the risk of cross-contamination between users.
the product.
on for a few seconds, during which the UV-C
It switches automatically to manual operation
light it emits kills pathogens on surrounding
if its batteries become discharged. The dual-
surfaces. Recent independent tests proved
dosing capability allows operators to select the
MoonBeam3 disinfection technology was
appropriate amount to dispense depending on
effective against SARS-CoV-2 under a range of
the application and user. Accurate dosing during
conditions, with contact times as low as four
each activation prolongs the life of each container
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The Cleaning Show returns to highlight new cleaning and sanitation practices 2-4 November 2021, Excel, London IN November, the Cleaning Show will return
Preventative cleaning in a
for heightened cleanliness and sanitation in a
to ExCeL, London to showcase the latest
post-pandemic future
post-pandemic future. For example, ICE, the
advancements in cleaning practices and
More than 60 leading cleaning suppliers are
UK’s largest independent provider of cleaning
technologies through hundreds of suppliers and
already confirmed to exhibit, including Ezisan,
equipment, will be on hand to showcase its
a first-class conference programme. Organised by
IPS Product Supplies Ltd, Newcell Paper
wide range of future friendly cleaning solutions.
the British Cleaning Council and Quartz Business
Converters, Uhub, and Vycel. Attendees will have
Among its newly launched products, ICE will
Media (publisher of C&M), the two-day event
the opportunity to test and source new products
demonstrate its new UV Bot, the latest in its co-
from 2-4 November 2021 is set to attract senior
from these exhibitors, along with companies
botics range designed to advance autonomous
cleaning professionals from across the contract
joining the event for the first time, including Apex
cleaning through innovation. It enables the
cleaning, facilities management, healthcare,
Supplies, Team Software and Wepa Professional.
operator to add disinfectant and set tasks
hospitality, retail, and public services sectors -
With new and recently launched innovations
before the self-driving UV Bot begins its work.
making it the UK’s largest and most important
on display, attendees can find the solutions
It is complete with 3D obstacle avoidance and
event in the cleaning and hygiene sector.
to help them meet the increasing demands
360° UV-C and ultrasonic dry mist disinfection. In addition, leading manufacturer of sprayers, Goizper, will showcase its new IK e 15 BS which launched in September 2021. The new electric backpack includes a nozzle kit made up of four special nozzles aimed at disinfection work, virus control, epidemic, and pest control for efficient, fast and safe treatment. Elsewhere, P-Wave, in partnership with GermErase, will showcase GermErase 24hr - a powerful, scientificallyproven disinfectant that destroys bacteria, viruses and fungi, including the SARS-CoV-2 virus, killing it in under 30 seconds. The new product offers up to 99.999% efficacy against pathogens, delivers a residual protective effect for 24 hours on surfaces, protects hands between washes, and has a lower chemical footprint. One of the largest specialist cleaning providers in the UK, Mitie Cleaning Services, will demonstrate the importance of clean, safe environments for maintaining the productivity Continued on Page 26.
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Continued from Page 24.
cleaning teams across the world made. She
any other industry and smart sensor technology
and wellbeing of customers and employees. The
will also take an insightful look inside the work
that will help facilities professionals manage
company works across a wide range of sectors
of the apprenticeship trailblazer group and
workplaces in a new post-COVID era.
including government and defence, healthcare
will provide an overview of recent professional
and education, technical services, and business
developments including grant opportunities
Demonstrating excellence
services to private sector clients in manufacturing,
for apprenticeship funded programmes and
Along with first-class networking, educational
transport and retail, providing essential services
tailored educational provision.
and sourcing opportunities, the Cleaning
and deploying industry leading technology to
Elsewhere, Neil Spencer-Cook, COO at BICSc,
Show’s popular attractions will return, including
will be joined by his colleague Michelle Iland,
the Window Cleaning World Cup. Open to
marketing and events manager, to deliver
anyone, visitors are invited to enter the Window
display its range of products including SlipStop,
a session titled ‘Training and delivery styles
Cleaning World Cup, with the competition
an all-in-one hazard warning sign and leak
for cleaning service providers’. Covering the
being professionally judged by Guinness World
collector, RiserShine, the latest innovation
importance of training and looking at the
Record qualified adjudicators, with a £1000
in escalator cleaning tools, and Zonitise
delivery methods that are available within the
cash prize up for grabs.
treatment, an antimicrobial surface coating
sector, the session will provide commercial
offering long-term antimicrobial protection.
cleaning providers with a holistic look at the
Association will be hosting its 2021 CSSA
various training options and their benefits, and
Innovation Showcase in a dedicated pavilion
what could work best for their organisations.
at the event to highlight and celebrate the
create safe and effective workspaces. Elsewhere, Arrow County Supplies will
Among the first-time exhibitors joining the show is WEPA Professional which will showcase its new Satino disinfection range. Offering premium
Demonstrating the growing importance of
New for 2021, the Cleaning & Support Services
industry’s most innovative cleaning products,
solutions for hand hygiene in public spaces, Satino
the cleaning and hygiene sectors to public
services and initiatives. Businesses and
by WEPA disinfection stands offer touch-free sensor
safety, a dedicated session exploring the critical
organisations operating throughout the industry
control, combined with quick installation and
role of the new All-Party Parliamentary Group
can enter their innovations via the CSSA website.
uncomplicated handling. Ideal for medium and
(AAPG) will also take place. Inaugurated earlier
Prior to the Cleaning Show, the CSSA will hold
high-frequency use, the range is ideal for a wide
this year and sponsored by the British Cleaning
an ‘innovator’s pitch’ with a panel of leading
range of applications in hotels, offices, production
Council, the group is one of the biggest and
industry experts who will review and interview all
facilities, medical practices, retail, and more.
most credible APPGs to be established. It will
entrants and select those to be exhibited at the
ensure policymakers are aware of the vital work
Innovation Showcase itself.
New to 2021, attendees can also find out
Jim Melvin, chairman, British Cleaning
more about floorcare without compromise
carried out by cleaning operatives, offering
using Timberline Cleaning Equipment -
support and promoting the importance of the
Council, said: “This past year has more than
available exclusively in the UK through Apex
industry to the wellbeing of people, health and
demonstrated the importance of the cleaning
Supplies. While TEAM Software will highlight
safety, and the protection of the environment.
and hygiene industry, which reacted and helped
its software for security, cleaning and facilities
The last 18 months have proven to be
significantly and professionally in safeguarding
management companies, designed to help
a pivotal point in the cleaning industry.
and protecting the public in order to ensure
manage the workforce and back office systems.
Companies such as ICE have witnessed an
that the UK’s commercial and public spaces
embracement and appetite for innovation
are safe. Continuing to spearhead innovation,
Lessons learnt during the global pandemic
through autonomous cleaning, possibly fuelled
the industry has quickly adapted to all of the
The Cleaning Show conference returns for
by the heightened priorities for infection control
emerging challenges, and we are truly excited
2021, providing a platform to learn and discuss
at an appropriate distance. On this topic, Darren
to return to ExCeL, London as the first physical
the latest developments and major topics
Marston, executive chairman of ICE, will deliver
event for the sector to demonstrate our
affecting the cleaning industry on the frontline
a session that will outline how autonomous
collective collaboration in continuing to drive
of public health and safety. Industry experts
cleaning can enhance cleaning practices
the industry forward at such a critical time.”
will come together to discuss a range of varied
and productivity efficiencies whilst providing
topics including how autonomous cleaning can
dramatic return on investment results.
Stuart Dacre, event director, the Cleaning Show, added: “As the UK goes back to work, we
Other highlights include Dominic Ponniah,
are delighted to connect the industry face-to-
the importance of training and the role of
CEO and co-founder of Cleanology, delivering a
face once again to network, learn and discover
apprenticeships, sustainability, and more.
session titled ‘Technology matters - employing
the UK’s largest and most important event in the
support and enhance current cleaning practices,
new technology to deliver a modern cleaning
cleaning and hygiene sector. We are delighted
will be training opportunities within the
service’. The cleaning industry has slowly been
to announce details of our best-in-class
cleaning industry. Delia Cannings, director
moving towards technology-led solutions for
educational programme which is set to welcome
at Environmental Excellence Training
some time, but it is only in recent years it has
some of the biggest names in the industry to
Development Ltd, will lead a session
become a key differentiator between companies.
discuss the most pertinent topics facing cleaning
on training opportunities, focusing on
COVID-19 has and will continue to accelerate
professionals today. It really will be an event that
apprenticeships and funding. The presentation
the trend towards tech innovation in a way the
no cleaning professional can miss.”
will include a review of the current needs
industry probably didn’t think was possible a few
of the cleaning industry with a focus on the
years ago. This presentation will take a look at
open. To register and find further information
lessons learned during the pandemic and
an industry that now uses robotics, which cost
on this year’s programme, please visit:
will provide recognition of the contribution
as much as luxury cars, IT solutions on a par with
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The Cleaning Show 2021 Conference Tuesday 2 November 2021 10.30 Welcome and Opening Keynote.
are of primary importance to our industry’s
Synopsis:
future. This presentation will look at the work
As we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic,
of the APPG and its critical role in keeping
the cleaning industry needs to remain focused
cleaning and hygiene at the top of the
on the safety of the public and ensure that
political agenda.
the emphasis and importance of front-line
11.00
Biography:
staff continues into the new normal. This
The APPG for the UK cleaning and hygiene
Following a career in
presentation will explore how the cleaning
sectors – a critical role.
sport, Jim Melvin is
industry as a multi-faceted sector can work
By Jim Melvin, chairman,
currently chairman of
in cohesion to promote the importance of
British Cleaning Council.
the British Cleaning
the essential services that it provides to keep
Synopsis: There is little doubt that, in terms
Council and group
people safe.
of government and professional recognition,
CEO at Exclusive
Biography:
our industry has been afforded insufficient
Contract Services.
Jamie Wright has
attention. This year has changed that
Jim is also Junior
worked in the
perception and, without doubt, the public’s
Warden at The Worshipful Company of
cleaning industry
view of the industry and, more importantly,
Environmental Cleaners and a director and BCC
since joining his
the brave and outstandingly professional
representative of the Cleaning and Support
father’s business in
cleaning and hygiene operatives. The
Services Association (CSSA).
2000 as a trainee BDM. As a family
profile of cleaning and hygiene has never been so prominent. The strategic approach
11.30
business, Wright
undertaken in the formation and ongoing
The critical role of the cleaning industry
got involved in all areas of the company,
work related to the All Party Parliamentary
post-pandemic.
which paid dividends when the business was
Group for our sector has been vital as it
By Jamie Wright, managing director,
acquired in 2009 by Incentive FM Group. He is
includes so many areas that the BCC believes
Incentive QAS Ltd.
now managing director of Incentive QAS.
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12.00
developing an initiative to help members
Chaired by Mike Rutherford, treasurer
From invisible workforce to key workers:
migrate towards environmentally sustainable
and HR chair, CSSA.
why the real Living Wage matters now more
business. Its five pillars are:
Panellists: CSSA Innovation
than ever.
Product: the product as it is received and
Showcase finalists.
By Sebastian Bachelier, programme
disposed of by the end user.
Biography:
manager and project lead for the
Packaging: product packaging and packaging
Mike Rutherford
Recognised Service Providers, Living Wage
used in transit.
joined the family
Foundation, and Charlie Mowat, founder
Transportation: the complete supply chain.
cleaning business
and CEO, The Clean Space.
Social value and ethics: encompassing the
in 1979. Mike
Synopsis:
whole organisation.
came through the
For the first time in the 20 years of the Living
Corporate environmental impact: emissions,
ranks working in
Wage movement, employers from across sectors
waste and water.
operations, sales
and industries are recognising the crucial role
Having surveyed members to understand
& marketing,
cleaning operatives and other historically low
where they are today, the CHSA is now
administration and other key support
paid yet essential workers play in running
developing a roadmap towards sustainability.
departments, eventually taling overall control
their businesses. With record numbers of
This presentation will present the research and
of the business in the mid-80s. In 1987 he was
organisations publicly signing up to the Living
outline the roadmap.
elected a director of the CSSA and was later
Wage Foundation and with a growth in demand
Biography:
appointed treasurer, an position he has now
for front line workers in cleaning, catering and
Representing
held for over 10 years.
security, could now be the perfect time to
manufacturers and
champion the real Living Wage in your contracts?
distributors, the
Biographies:
CHSA’s priority is
Wednesday 3 November 2021 10.30
Sebastian Bachelier
to maintain and
joined the Living
enhance standards
The rise of the Co-Bots: how autonomous
Wage Foundation in
on quality, ethics
cleaning can support and enhance current
2018, where he leads
and sustainability.
cleaning practices.
on its work within
James Lee is managing director of Cromwell
By Darren Marston, executive chairman, ICE.
the outsourcing and
Polythene, a business committed to
Synopsis:
FM sectors through
environmental sustainability. A founding
The last 18 months have proven to be a pivotal
management of the
member of the CHSA’s sustainability committee,
point in our industry. The embracement and
Recognised Service
he is pivotal to driving forward this initiative.
appetite for innovation through autonomous
Provider project. Sebastian has previous experience of the public and private sectors as
cleaning is like nothing we have seen before, 13.00
possibly fuelled by the heightened priorities for
well through student enrichment work at an
Federation of Window Cleaners Awards
infection control at an appropriate distance.
inner-city college and c-suite recruitment for
Presentation.
To clean as we have always cleaned will not be
the NHS.
Presented by: Steve Kennedy and
good enough as the world around us changes.
Charlie Mowat
Scott Smith, FWC Executive.
Facilities service providers must achieve more,
founded The Clean
The FWC will present first, second and third
both in terms of productivity and quality,
Space in 2003 on a
place awards in its ‘2021 Company of the Year’
without compromising financial budgets.
mission to improve
category, announce the winner of its ‘2021
This session will outline how autonomous
the treatment of
Employee of the Year’ award and, new for
cleaning can enhance cleaning practices
people working in the
2021, in recognition of improved services to the
and productivity efficiencies whilst providing
cleaning industry -
industry, present its ‘Special Recognition’ award.
dramatic return on investment results.
including improving
Biography:
pay rates. Charlie is
Darren Marston has
an active member of the Recognised Service
worked in the cleaning
Provider Leadership Group and a passionate
industry for over
advocate for the real Living Wage.
30 years and is the executive chairman
12.30
of ICE – a company
A roadmap towards sustainability.
which has pioneered
By James Lee, council member, Cleaning
autonomous cleaning
& Hygiene Suppliers Association. Synopsis:
for well over a decade. Darren is greatly 14.00
respected within the cleaning industry and
Environmental sustainability is one of the
CSSA Innovation Showcase Innovators: How
currently sits on the board of the Cleaning and
biggest issues facing business. The Cleaning
does technology provide reassurance and
Support Services Association (CSSA). He is also
& Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) is
delivery of governance requirements?
an active member of The Worshipful Company
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of Environmental Cleaners and the British
largest network
a few years ago. This presentation will take
Cleaning Council.
of independent
a look at an industry that now uses robotics
distributors, and
which cost as much as luxury cars, IT solutions
is also the Master
on a par with any other industry and smart
Chartered Practitioners in Environmental
of The Worshipful
sensor technology which will help facilities
Cleaning – Official launch.
Company of
professionals manage workplaces in a new
By Gary Fage, Master, Worshipful Company
Environmental
post-COVID era.
of Environmental Cleaners.
Cleaners (WCEC).
Biography:
clerk@wc-ec.com
The WCEC is the
Dominic Ponniah
11.00
Synopsis:
City of London livery company specifically
founded his first
The Worshipful Company of Environmental
representing the industrial and commercial
business aged 11.
Cleaners has established a Register of
cleaning sectors.
After graduating from LSE, he started a
Chartered Practitioners in Environmental Cleaning for the public interest. The register is
11.30
business exporting
open to all professionals operating within the
Technology matters – employing
environmental cleaning industries. Its objective
new technology to deliver a modern
is to recognise and maintain the high standards
cleaning service.
on to launch Tuc-Tuc, Europe’s first natural
demonstrated by individual practitioners
By Dominic Ponniah, CEO and co-founder,
gas-fuelled rickshaw service. Cleanology has
within the industry. Through the register and
Cleanology.
grown from one employee to 700, and counts
its programme of continuous professional
Synopsis:
royalty, blue-chip corporates and luxury brands
development, the industry will be better
The cleaning industry has slowly been moving
amongst its clients.
recognised for its professionalism and career
towards technology-led solutions for some
development opportunities. This presentation
time, but it is only in recent years it has become
is the official launch of this valuable scheme.
a key differentiator between companies.
Training opportunities - apprenticeships
Biography:
COVID-19 has, and will continue to accelerate
and funding.
Gary Fage is the founder of Janitorial Express
the trend towards tech innovation in a way the
By Delia Cannings, director, Environmental
and a director of Jangro Group, the UK’s
industry probably didn’t think was possible
Excellence Training Development Ltd.
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Synopsis: This presentation will include a review of the current needs of the cleaning industry with a focus on the lessons learned during the pandemic, and will provide recognition of the contribution cleaning teams across the world made as we battled to recover. The presentation will also take an insightful look inside the work of the apprenticeship trailblazer group and what success might look like. It will provide an overview and opportunity to look at recent professional developments including grant opportunities for apprenticeship funded programmes and tailored educational provision. Finally, the presentation will look at the importance of support mechanisms and how the cleaning industry is
can evidence, the good governance of infection
currently holds the position of director of
working more closely with government.
control and are delivering a safe and hygienic
the CSSA. He is also an active member of
working environment.
the industry livery company, The Worshipful
Biography: Delia Cannings
Biography:
Company of Environmental Cleaners, the BCC
has a proven track
Lorraine Davis
and of BICSc.
record in building
has over 40 years’
strong relationships
experience in the
across the cleaning
cleaning industry,
sector. She is the
working in a number
AHCP national
of operational
Training and delivery styles for cleaning
lead for education
and business
service providers.
Thursday 4 November 2021 10.30
and training, the UKHA chair for the Midlands
development roles in complex environments
By Neil Spencer-Cook, COO, BICSc, and
and South West, and deputy chair of the
such as healthcare and education. Lorraine
Michelle Iland, marketing & events
British Cleaning Council. Delia has promoted
has worked with Public Health England
manager, BICSc.
numerous educational initiatives and
to support with the development of the
Synopsis:
spearheaded several scholarship programmes,
COVID-19 guidance for FM. In 2019, Lorraine
This presentation will cover the importance of
as well as supporting ‘trailblazer’ groups in the
was appointed chairman of the British
training and look at the delivery methods that
development of apprenticeships. As an external
Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc).
are available within the sector. Commercial
examiner for the University of Northampton she continues to support the development and
cleaning providers will benefit from a 14.00
holistic look at the various training options
contextualisation of learning packages for the
CSSA Innovation Showcase Innovators: Why
and their benefits - a real insight into what
sector. The highlight of her career to date was
is now the time to adopt technology led
style of training could work best for your
attending Buckingham Palace and meeting
solutions to protect your people and how
organisation. Some questions that will be
HRH Queen Elizabeth when she was presented
to utilise?
answered include: whether you are an in-
with the Queens Anniversary Prize for her
Chaired by: Darren Marston,
house provider or you have outsourced your
contribution to education and training.
director, CSSA.
training, is there a better option? Does your
Panellists: CSSA Innovation
current training structure work for you and
Showcase finalists.
your team? Is your team motivated?
12.30 Infection control in the workplace.
Biography:
Biographies:
By Lorraine Davis, director of cleaning
Darren Marston
From a financial director role, Neil Spencer-
services, MITIE.
has worked in the
Cook joined the BICSc senior management
Synopsis:
cleaning industry
team in 2015. He has a wealth of management
Post COVID-19, employers are very aware of
for over 30 years
expertise and has experience in hospitality
the requirement to reassure their staff that the
and is the executive
and FM. Neil’s passion is technology, especially
office/workplace is a safe place to return to. This
chairman for
when it can be used for efficiency purposes.
presentation offers a ‘non-healthcare’ guide to
the UK’s largest
Neil was the project lead on the creation of the
infection control. It will cover all the measures
independent
BICSc CPSS assessor app and, more recently,
that should be taken to ensure cleaning practices
cleaning equipment
delivered the Virtual Training Platform - to date
do not increase the risk of cross infection. There
supplier, Industrial
over 5000 candidates have registered.
are simple changes that can be made in cleaning
Cleaning Equipment Ltd – ICE. Darren is
Michelle Iland joined BICSc in 2014 and since
practices/methodologies that will demonstrate
highly respected within the cleaning
then her creative flair and passion for member
to your clients that you not only understand, but
industry by his peers and colleagues and
engagement, the BICSc annual awards and the
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12.30
Institute’s magazine, The Standard, has helped
knowledge and product excellence. It’s not
to deliver a clearer and more down to earth
acceptable under normal circumstances. In
CSSA Innovation Showcase Innovators:
message of what BICSc is about – membership,
the context of the pandemic, these claims
Raising environmental impact awareness
training, education, and standards. Michelle
put people at risk. The challenge for buyers
and how to reduce your carbon footprint.
strongly believes that investing in training is the
is to differentiate between the unscrupulous
Chaired by Paul Ashton, deputy chairman
only way to achieve your company goals across
but apparently credible companies and those
and innovation & technology chair, CSSA.
the board.
trading ethically. Lorcan Mekitarian will use
Panellists: CSSA Innovation
examples of unscrupulous behaviour to help
Showcase finalists.
buyers understand the challenges and learn the
Biography:
questions they need to ask to make sure they
Paul Ashton’s focus
get products that are fit for purpose.
is on the future of
Biography:
cleaning and, in
Lorcan Mekitarian is
particular, ensuring
chair of the Cleaning
talented individuals
& Hygiene Suppliers
understand the
Association (CHSA). 11.00
potential to succeed
Representing
within the many aspects of the industry. Having
Buyer beware: the rise of unscrupulous
manufacturers and
worked within the FM sector at various operational
traders …and how to spot them.
distributors supplying
levels, Paul acquired Birkin Cleaning Services Ltd
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cleaning and hygiene
in 2016 and has never looked back. Birkin proudly
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competes by providing service-led cleaning
Demand for cleaning and hygiene products,
and enhance standards on quality, ethics
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and sustainability. Lorcan is at the heart of
1400 operatives. Birkin is a forward thinking
and aprons soared during the coronavirus
the Association’s determination to challenge
organisation fuelled by positive, enthusiastic
pandemic. The unscrupulous have made
unscrupulous traders who have attempted to
and helpful team members who actively adopt
the most of the opportunity. They created
profiteer from the pandemic. Lorcan is also
technology. Paul is also actively involved with the
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Exhibitor Profiles Here is a selection of what some exhibitors will be demonstrating at this year’s show. A full listing will be available in the Cleaning Show 2021 Show Guide, published as part of C&M’s November issue. Anglian Chemicals Stand: A05 www.anglianchemicals.com Arrow County Supplies LTF Stand: D25 www.arrowcounty.com
British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) Stand: B21 www.bics.org.uk
a strong understanding of the insurance needs for businesses operating in the industry. Its specialist products allow it to offer solutions for various insurance requirements including liability, property, motor fleet, and the fast
Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association - CHSA Stand: C35 www.chsa.co.uk
emerging risk of cyber crime, and it caters for a
Cleaning & Support Services Association - CSSA Stand: C35 www.cssa-uk.co.uk
Decitex Stand: E25 www.decitex.com
wide range of activities from office cleaners to high level cleaning and from specialist cleans to non-cleaning FM tasks.
Eco Bag (UK) Ltd Stand: C15 www.ecobaguk.com
independent distributors of cleaning and
Cromwell Polythene Ltd Stand: C26 www.cromwellpolythene.co.uk
janitorial products in the UK, with an excellent
Cromwell Polythene is an independent,
has complete control of its supply chain,
reputation across a wide range of businesses
family-run business, specialising in the
partnering/owning several vertically
- recognised for its individual attention to
responsible supply of products for the
integrated subsidiaries. This ensures the
specific customer needs. Innovation is a
capture/containment of materials for
quality of its recycled UK post-industrial/
core company focus, driven by a designated
recycling. Its extensive portfolio includes
consumer waste, which is transformed into
team, experienced in product development.
sacks, bags and liners for recycling, or storage
finished product in its factories. The company
Through the ‘Arrow Way’, the company listens
and collection of waste for treatment and/or
is a member of the CHSA and believes that
to the needs of its customers and reacts
disposal. It offers sacks for dry recyclables,
its core values of honesty and integrity
positively in finding cost-effective, compliant
compostable sacks and liners for food and
are in complete harmony with the CHSA’s
solutions which add-value to their operations,
organic waste, kerbside recycling bags,
philosophy, assuring any buyer that products
and optimise regulatory compliance and
reusable recycling bags, personal protective
are always fit for purpose. The company has
sustainability objectives. Market-led insight
equipment, and made-to-order products. The
developed some innovative new products
has enabled the development of the Andarta
company’s LowCO²t products are engineered
for this year’s show including the Eco 360
brand - a portfolio of highly effective, quality
to provide maximum performance using
circular economy range of refuse sacks, the
products representing the core Arrow values of
minimal resources. It is also the sole UK
Eco Wrap PE (no PVC) catering cling film and
excellence, improvement and efficiency.
distributor for compostable bags made
its disposable plastic aprons which have been
from Ecopond biodegradable resin and
supplied to many UK businesses to help the
centre in the Midlands is supported by a network
has recently expanded its UK recycling and
fight against COVID-19.
of regional hubs enabling excellent distribution
manufacturing operations following the
throughout the UK and consistently maintaining
purchase of Moorgreen Flexible Packaging.
Arrow County Supplies was established in 1976 as a family business. It is now one of the largest
Arrow’s head office and central distribution
exceptionally high ‘on time in full’ scores.
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Darwin Clayton (UK) Ltd Stand: A13 www.darwinclayton.co.uk
Eco Bag has been trading since 1986 and
EcoTech (Europe) Ltd Stand: B05 www.ecotech-europe.com Environmental products are the focus for EcoTech at this year’s show with the launch
Darwin Clayton has been providing specialist
of plastic-free, 100% compostable cleaning
insurance support to the cleaning and FM
cloths and impregnated wipes. The all new
sectors for other 50 years and is recognised by
Envirowipe has gone through a major new
many as one of the leading insurance brokers
development programme and is now being
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conditions. All the packaging around the
day to day people management process. By
product, including the bag, is also 100%
providing a comprehensive yet modularised
compostable. The Envirowipe can be used
solution, designed for the proactive
GOJO Industries - Europe Ltd Stand: B27 www.gojo.com
both wet for cleaning or dry for polishing,
monitoring of your people wherever they are,
GOJO Industries is a leading global producer and
with the added benefit of being machine
the company allows you to focus on service
marketer of skin health and hygiene solutions
washable. It also makes the perfect barista
delivery and operational excellence. Part of
for away-from-home settings. Its broad portfolio
cloth for coffee steamers and has been
the HAS Technology Group, solutions for staff
under the renowned Purell, GOJO and Preven’s
independently heat tested to 250 degrees.
scheduling, time and attendance monitoring,
Paris brand names demonstrates scientific
Using the same development technology,
mobile audits, payroll automation, and
and technological expertise in skin and surface
a 100% natural baby wipe and hand and
management reporting are developed with
hygiene and continued innovation to grow the
surface disinfectant wipe is being showcased.
customers in mind.
hygiene category.
Federation of Window Cleaners - FWC Stand: H18 www.f-w-c.co.uk
Greyland Ltd Stand: A12 www.greyland.co.uk
trusted provider of reliable and innovative
Foremost Stand: A10 www.foremost-uk.com
Industrial Cleaning Equipment - ICE Stand: E30 www.ice-clean.com
solutions for better workforce management
Foremost helps owners of medium sized
With 50 years of experience, ICE is the UK’s
technology in the FM, cleaning and security
commercial cleaning companies, whose
largest independent provider of industrial
sectors. Ezitracker matches the employee
operations teams are always busy, to look
cleaning machines. The company prides itself
journey from on-boarding to pay with a
innovative and efficient to their clients,
on the unique service it offers customers,
plethora of methods for capturing data to a
maximise client retention and gain further
providing everything from equipment
multitude of ways of interpreting it, all from a
business. All sectors of the cleaning industry will
purchase or rental to asset management and
single EziHub. The company’s aim is to be a
benefit from its commitment to sustainability
maintenance. The company caters for every
solution partner supporting businesses in the
and product and service innovation.
aspect of a customer’s cleaning equipment
Both of these products are also 100% natural and plastic free.
Ezitracker Stand: B20 www.ezitracker.com Ezitracker has built a reputation for being a
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requirements in relation to purchase, rental,
Its branding, packaging and colour coded
innovative cleaning equipment and solutions.
asset management, and maintenance. Service
safety system have been improved to enhance
Over the years, it has grown to offer janitorial
delivery and advanced web based systems
usability and all cleaning products have passed
products, floor polishers, window cleaning,
mean that not only can it manage machines
rigorous selection processes prior to being
and air care solutions, stocking more than
and assets, but also provide customers with
given the official Jangro stamp of approval.
30,000 products ranging from sponges to ride
direct access to un-editable call logs, delivering
Jangro’s product portfolio covers a wide variety
on industrial motorised scrubber dryers…and,
valuable key management information.
of categories including catering, chemicals,
most recently, autonomous cleaning robots.
ICE’s philosophy is about building long term,
equipment and hardware, floor care, washroom
The company distributes throughout the UK
strategic relationships and partnerships with
hygiene, healthcare/clinical, machines, paper,
using an extensive fleet of vehicles or dedicated
like-minded organisations. It believes that
and workwear/PPE. Jangro has also developed
delivery partners as well as exporting to many
investing in leading technology is essential to
and launched a series of free online tools for
European countries. All staff are continuously
maintaining the highest standards in product
customers. The Learning Management Solution
trained by manufacturers and suppliers
innovation and customer satisfaction, and it
(LMS) is an award-winning training platform
throughout the year, enabling them to assist in
works very closely with its supply partners to
which has been developed to help cleaning
any cleaning problem you may have and offer
bring customers a comprehensive range of
operatives ensure products are used correctly
the best advice.
future-friendly cleaning solutions.
and safely. LMS offers contactless training which can be carried out at whatever time is convenient
iRecycle Stand: E17 www.irecycle.london
for staff - even when working from home!
Lavorwash GB Ltd Stand: F5 www.en.lavorwash.com
a single vision - change for better. Initially
Kärcher UK Stand: C05 www.karcher.co.uk
tackling how waste is transported out of
Kärcher is a world leading cleaning technology
London, iRecycle introduced waste by water
provider and has a wealth of experience
using barges to transfer large quantities of
helping businesses to achieve outstanding
commercial waste along the Regents and Grand
cleaning results every day. From hospitals to
Union canals before it is treated for recycling
factories, supermarkets to spas, the London
and waste to energy. This old but innovative
Eye to Mount Rushmore, Kärcher has been
method has removed 730 truck movements off
trusted to clean them all. Its comprehensive
Lavorwash has been a global leader in the
London’s roads over a 24 month period, even
range of machines, accessories and detergents
cleaning industry since 1975 and offers a wide
with COVID-19. The company’s road and water
includes pressure washers, wet and dry
and complete range of cleaning machinery
service ensures that clients whose premises are
vacuum cleaners, spray extraction cleaners,
suitable for any kind of applications, both
not located adjacent to the waterways can still
sweepers, scrubber dryers, and municipal
indoor and outdoor. The range includes
access its specialised services. It provides caged
vehicles - all of which deliver immaculate
high pressure cleaners, wet and dry vacuum
and HGV vehicles to collect waste from inland
results, whatever you need to clean.
cleaners, carpet cleaners, floor scrubber dryers,
Founded in 2018, iRecycle was formed with
operations and transport it where possible back to barges or directly by road to one of London’s largest sustainable recycling facilities in the shortest journey possible. The company
floor sweepers, and steam generators. Over
Killis Stand: C20/C16 www.killis.co.uk
the years, Lavorwash has grown to become a specialist manufacturer of professional and household cleaning systems, acquiring various
is committed to the mitigation of road travel,
leading brands and diversifying its own range
the reduction of carbon footprint and is aligned
to offer innovative products. In 2017 Lavorwash
with all its partners with a zero landfill policy.
became part of Comet Group, with more than 700 employees and a total turnover of over 170
Jangro Ltd Stand: D10 www.jangro.net
million Euros.
Lucart Professional Stand: E21 www.lucartprofessional.com
The Jangro mark has evolved over the years to be recognised as a premier independent brand for the professional janitorial service contractor.
Makita UK Ltd Stand: G25 www.makitauk.com Established for over 100 years and now a global brand leader, Makita continues to raise
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Family run in Sheffield since 1964, Killis is
standards regarding safety and performance
one of the UK’s largest cleaning suppliers
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Northwood Hygiene Products Ltd Stand: E05 www.northwood.co.uk
products, pushing boundaries and
corner of the country. An award-winning,
adopting new technologies to
people-centric business, its trained and
meet the needs of an ever-
technology-enabled specialist cleaning teams
changing market. At this
are at the heart of its customer promise of
year’s Cleaning Show the
delivering the exceptional, every day. Mitie
company will be showing
has relationships with the top equipment
its brand new upright
manufacturers and material providers,
vacuum cleaner -
ensuring that it employs the very latest
DVC560, back pack
innovations and delivers the best possible
Northwood Hygiene Products will be exhibiting
vacuum cleaner
value to its customers.
its new systems range, Raphael, designed
- DVC660,
to improve hygiene, cut waste and save money. Alongside Raphael, Northwood will be
DCL280 Series. All cordless machines utilise the
Nilfisk Ltd Stand: B05 www.nilfisk.co.uk
company’s 18v li-ion battery platform.
Nilfisk is one of the world’s leading
environmentally friendly luxury toilet roll - as
manufacturers of professional cleaning
well as its well-known washroom dispenser
equipment. It has been developing professional
range, North Shore.
and its range of hand held stick vacuum cleaners -
MasterProfi Stand: A08 www.masterprofi.eu
exhibiting its luxury pure pulp range, Whisper, which will be launching a new product - an
cleaning equipment for over 100 years. Products
Mitie Cleaning Ltd Stand: F26 www.mitie.com
floor cleaning equipment such as professional
Numatic International Ltd Stand: E35 www.numatic.co.uk
scrubber dryers and sweepers, commercial and
The Numatic International stand will be
industrial vacuum cleaners and high pressure
packed with the latest innovations in
With a focus on excellence, innovation and
washers. Products are recognised for their high
professional cleaning equipment. Cordless
assurance of quality, Mitie is one of the
quality and reliability. Nilfisk has adapted to the
Henry will be attracting much attention,
largest specialist cleaning providers in the
changing needs of markets and customers with
bringing cordless cleaning to all. The Henry
UK, with 20,000+ employees covering every
innovative products and solutions.
HGB scrubber dryer and Henry rotary floor
cover almost any needs of the professional cleaning customer. Main product lines are
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cleaners and bespoke industrial scale dry
The film is available in several formats, self-
steam CIP (cleaning in place) conveyor belt
adhesive on a roll for easy application, and is
cleaners. Beyond machinery, to ensure the
easily customisable to suit your cleaning and
validity of dry steam cleaning, it wrote the
hygiene processes.
methodology for validating the efficacy of steam cleaning in healthcare environments, in partnership with TNO and University College London Hospitals. This methodology
Solupak Ltd Stand: K02 www.solupak.com
may have celebrated its 10th anniversary but it is still used as the industry benchmark to this day.
P-Wave Stand: E45 www.p-wave.co.uk machine bring Numatic floorcare innovation
For over a decade, P-Wave has built a
to the new extended Henry range. No matter
reputation for innovation in the air freshening
the cleaning task you’ll always have a Henry
sector. From its urinal screen, which has now
to hand. Numatic offers a complete world of
evolved in to the 5th generation slant6 –
professional cleaning equipment, all made
biodegradable with significantly less plastic,
right here in Britain.
to air fresheners such as MyFresh, P-Wave has
Squeegee by Nexdynamic Stand: G30 www.squeeg.ee
continued to set a high standard for simple,
Optiqo Stand: A11 www.optiqo.com
highly effective and recyclable air fresheners that quite literally don’t cost the earth. Many in the industry will already be aware that P-Wave’s roots lie in sourcing and distributing innovative
OspreyDeepclean Stand: D30 www.ospreydc.com
products (not always air fresheners) and with all has thrown in to the mix, it felt it was time to put
Nexdynamic Ltd is a software and web
OspreyDeepclean is a steam cleaning
these skills to good use and expand its product
development company. Established in
pioneer, designing and delivering new
range even further. For P-Wave, the message
2012, it has worked with clients from
applications of dry steam cleaning when
for visitors to the Cleaning Show is ‘protect and
industries including international
and where it’s needed. During its 20 plus
refresh’. It will be showcasing its latest ‘protect’
telecoms, automotive engineering and
years, the company has driven steam
innovations - GermErase24 and Steri-Core - as
service delivery, providing technological
cleaning innovation - the first to introduce
well as discussing ‘refresh’ and the importance
solutions to streamline businesses. It began
gum removal technology to the streets,
that fragrance and air freshening has on the
development of the Squeegee platform in
harnessing the power of steam with the
perception of clean.
2016 after identifying a gap in the market
of the additional challenges that the pandemic
for SMEs in the cleaning industry running
Gum Busters range, which it then further developed into the first battery-powered gum removal machines. In addition, it manufactures large commercial steam
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Polifilm UK Ltd Stand: C45 www.poli-care.com
an appointments-based business. A basic
Attacking germs, improving hygiene and
previously priced out of the market to access
protecting surfaces - that´s what film
innovative and easy to use technology,
specialist Polifilm Protection is offering with
reducing admin time and improving
its new product line, Poli-Care. The company
efficiency. Since that first launch, Squeegee
is a leading manufacturer in surface protection
App’s user base has grown exponentially,
with many years of experience and will be
in line with the growth of the number of
showing its Antiviral Protection Film. The
features in the software. Today, Squeegee
silver-ion technology embedded into the self-
is used by thousands of businesses
adhesive film means that bacteria and germs
with registered users in more than 130
are being continuously killed. Tested and
countries. It’s easy for workers to use on
approved to ISO 22196:2011 and 21702:2019,
any mobile device with real time updates so
the film is 99.9% effective against COVID-19,
administrators can keep on top of the daily
e-coli, the ‘hospital germ’ pseudomonas
transactions and end-to-end management
aeruginosa, and many more. It reduces viruses
of the entire business - from adding new
and bacteria 24/7, and helps to lower the risk
prospective clients and sending quotes, to
of touch-infections via surfaces.
managing accounts, all in one place.
version of Squeegee App first launched in 2017 allowing small businesses who were
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TerraQuest Stand: A09 www.terraquest.co.uk
staff. Digital products include: uAuthenticate
brand. In March 2020 it was acquired by the
Mobile, uOnboard, uTrain, uAuthenticate
IIC (Innovation In Cleaning) Group, a company
Pro, and uAuthenticate Web. Each product
committed to designing and developing
has been designed and brought to market to
innovative and unique commercial cleaning
Truvox International Stand: E10 www.truvox.com
help manage challenges identified by clients
products. IIC will further evolve the Victor
and based upon research in recruitment best
brand whilst embracing its core values.
Truvox International is a leading global
which benchmarks products against best
manufacturer and supplier of commercial
practice in the FM sector.
practice. Solutions are assessed by Sitemark
and industrial floorcare machines, based in Southampton. Truvox International has a wide range of well established brands including Orbis rotary burnishers,
UHub Ltd Stand: C10 www.uhub.co.com
Hydromist carpet extractors, Valet vacuums, Multiwash scrubbers, and Cimex three brush technology.
TTS Cleaning srl Stand: F15 www.ttsystem.co.uk
Victor Floorcare Stand: A36 www.victorfloorcare.com
Vikan Stand: K12 www.vikan.com Vileda Stand: B28 www.int.vileda-professional.com Vileda Professional develops and manufactures leading edge cleaning solutions for professional users in various application
Dating back to 1946, the Victor name is
areas, such as healthcare, controlled
globally renowned for its high-performance,
environment, general building cleaning, and
reliable, durable, and easy-to-use floor
HoReCa. With over 60 years in the business it
cleaning machines. Over the decades, Victor
understands what needs professional users
products have continued to improve, with
in different environments have, and offers
the team building on solid, robust technology
solutions that help customers to clean faster,
and strong construction, whilst refusing to
more effectively and at lower total cost. Based
compromise on quality, parts or materials.
on sustainability principles, innovation in
uComply Ltd Stand: A09 www.ucomply.co.uk
Victor offers a comprehensive range of
cleaning has always been a main focus in the
floor cleaning equipment, including rotary
daily work of Vileda Professional.
Managing your workforce is increasingly
vacuum cleaners, and other floorcare tools.
challenging in today’s rapidly changing
Victor has a knowledgeable, dedicated sales
world. From regulations and guidance
support team - each member has worked
to remote working, the list appears to be
in the floor cleaning industry for decades
endless. uComply strives to make sure
and is committed to helping customers
on-boarding compliance is always up-to-
achieve the very best results from their Victor
date and gives customers the maximum
products. The team provides advice on
protection in an affordable way. uComply
product selection, as well as technical help,
has been around since 2011 and its product
training and ongoing support with operation,
range continues to grow and evolve,
maintenance, accessories, and spare parts.
bringing greater innovation to help solve the
Victor has recently been brought under new
challenges businesses face when recruiting
management, signifying a new era for the
TVH UK Ltd Stand: E15 www.tvh.com
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machines, floor polishers, scrubber dryers,
WEPA Professional Stand: F21 www.satino-by-wepa.co.uk
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wall chart creator can now create bespoke plans for whole buildings, thanks to a new update to the online tool. As well as individual rooms, there is
a new option to generate tailored colour-coded wall charts for multiple spaces within a facility. The online system now includes bedrooms, boardrooms, canteen/staff rooms, classrooms, gymnasiums, hospitality areas, kitchens, offices, receptions, and washrooms, enabling customers to build bespoke cleaning and hygiene guides for whole buildings. Jo Gilliard, CEO of Jangro, said: “We are so proud of our digital wall chart creator and are pleased to extend its use to whole buildings. It has been designed to support clients at every stage, from choosing the right products for specific areas, acting as a handy reference chart that can be displayed to help companies stay compliant. It’s great for those health and safety audits too – as well as their bespoke copy, the customer automatically receives a full health and safety compliance pack so all relevant documents are saved in one place.” WWW.JANGRO.NET
soaps from Tork manufacturer Essity. “Demand for sustainable products is on the rise and we at
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simple to use and reliable self-driving vacuum cleaner designed to work alongside commercial cleaning teams, taking over repetitive, heavyduty vacuuming of large areas of flooring. This frees up workers to focus on high value tasks which make a real difference to service
delivery and client satisfaction. Gambit, a bio-decontamination spray system developed by Avalon SteriTech, has been designed specifically to bolt on to Whiz and leverage Whiz’s autonomous operation to disinfect commercial space. Certified by SGS, Whiz Gambit ensures that the efficiency and efficacy of cleaning and disinfection can be maximised, with 2-in-1 disinfection and vacuum cleaning technology. WWW.MEETWHIZ.COM WWW.CLEANINGMAG.COM
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ESP has become Lucart Professional
RESULTS FOR THE BUSINESS. RESPECT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.
ESP has become Lucart Professional offering all its value to the UK market: - The know-how of an international group, 11 plants in Europe, 12 paper mills and a production capacity of 395,000 tons per year. - An even wider range of tissue and airlaid product for all professional uses. - A business vision where the drive for innovation, respect for people and the goal of sustainability have always been the first objectives.
