EDITOR’S NOTE
PUBLISHERS Richard Johns Dana Johns
Happy New Year and welcome to 2026! The last year hasn’t brought much good news to those involved in manufacturing. On page 6 Diane Calabrese has written “Making the Most of the Current Murky Economy.” She has comments from three industry stalwarts who share what they are doing to navigate through these challenging times and how it is not all doom and gloom. Make sure to peruse the 2026 Sourcebook. This will allow you to have ready access to the right equipment and accessories for pressure washing, so your business can provide excellent pressure washing and steam cleaning services and grow your company’s profits. Contact information for industry manufacturers and suppliers is listed on page 10. On page 18 a multitude of products are listed under the appropriate category heading so that you can locate the equipment and supplies you need to gear up and be prepared for a successful year. The businesses listed on these pages are here to help you meet your 2026 goals by educating you about the correct pressure washers and accessories you need to purchase depending on the job, so visit their websites and call them to get started. Turn to page 52 to read about the 2026 outlook and plans for the Cleaning Equipment Trade Association (CETA) and how it could benefit your company, and flip to page 66 to read about opportunities to get involved in the Power Washers of North American (PWNA) and how your company can benefit and thrive as a member of this professional organization. Cleaner Times wishes you a Happy New Year and a successful 2026!
Michael Hamline mhamline@cleanertimes.com 800-525-7038
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