contents MARCH/APRIL 2018 VOL 19 NO. 2 Prime Cleaning Suppliers is a leading South African cleaning-solutions supplier, established in 1996. Prime Cleaning Suppliers have spent a number of years building strong brands, many of which have been tested by the SABS 1828 and 1853 standards and carry their mark of surety, which gives the customer confidence when using the products. All disinfectants are registered as per Act 29 and compliance to the VC8054 compulsory specification for disinfectants. Prime Cleaning Suppliers’ complete cleaning solutions covers paper products/dispensers, cleaning chemicals/disinfectants, floorcare machines and cleaning sundries. Prime Cleaning Suppliers have an ongoing commitment to ensure the best longterm solution to their customers and represent the following brands: Aquarius, Kleenex, Scott, Wetrok, Wypall, and Rubbermaid Commercial Products.
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Nilfisk SA Country Manager shares vision with ACR
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New equipment technology brings winds of change to cleaning – i-Team SA International AAP Certification course scheduled for Cape Town – ISSA
Industry News
Netcare steps up the war against superbugs using robots Healthcare forum at world’s leading cleaning show Dancing, culture and a competition at Truvox stand SA’s capital revises smoking policy in government facilities Maer high-pressure washers on show Rules that cater for the increase in VAT rate Servest secures significant pest control contract Diarise the dates – CleantexPulire 2019 GCE appoints official Botswana dealer
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Risks of badly managed sanitary-waste disposal
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17 Floorcare tips for contract cleaners Whole-life care ensures carpets retain appeal Storage and safe handling of commercial cleaning chemicals
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Planned features for 2018 May/June issue: Editorial deadline 20 April • Floorcare solutions • Hand hygiene Jul/Aug issue: Editorial deadline 22 June • Hygiene in healthcare facilities • Hand dryers
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Effective waterless hand sanitiser for use in water-crisis areas – Tork Biological products achieve global green tag approval – Chemical Convertors
High-traffic facilities reap many benefits from green practices Proper and correct HVAC system cleaning vital to maintain IAQ
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Sept/Oct issue: Editorial deadline 24 August • Sustainable cleaning • Cleaning equipment overview Nov/Dec issue: Editorial deadline 19 October • Dispensing systems • Fragrance systems and aircare
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