New Products

Biological cleaning solutions have continued to gain popularity in the South African cleaning market due to their positive environmental impact and added efficacy benefits compared to conventional products. Biological products work by breaking down organic soils and outcompeting the undesirable bacteria that are responsible for bad odours and that may cause illness.

Liquid products have historically been the mainstay of cleaning, however, they have disadvantages such as storage requirements and control of dosage. The new biological tablet range by Hychem addresses these shortcomings while still offering the exceptional performance one would expect. The range is designed and manufactured in South Africa to strict quality standards, thereby reducing the carbon footprint of the products.

The new Hychem tablet range is completely environmentally friendly, safe and easy to use, as well as pH neutral. The range only uses readily biodegradable surfactants and is designed with the philosophy that all products should enhance the environment rather than cause any detrimental effects. The products are packaged as minimally as possible while retaining functionality and ensuring economical pack size. The full tablet range offers solutions for a number of different applications: • Wastewater treatment solutions for fat traps, septic tanks and pit latrines. Consisting of a special blend of biologicals and oxygenreleasing compounds to rapidly break down organic contaminants such as fats, oils and grease. This prevents blockages, bad odours and reduces the frequency of cleaning/pumping. • The drain tablets offer an economical solution to prevent blockages and undesirable odours in drain lines. They are suitable for all drain types with easy application of one tablet per drain requiring treatment. • The compostable urinal mat with a biological tablet insert. The mat provides the pleasant fragrance users expect and the biological component prevents uric acid build-up and eliminates bad odours at the source. In addition, Hychem offers a range of three tablet detergents. These allow for easy control and portioning, as one tablet is needed per spray bottle making it ideal for smaller sites. The tablet detergents include a nonbiological, environmentally friendly food-safe kitchen cleaner, a generalpurpose cleaner and a scale-inhibiting, pH-neutral washroom cleaner.

For more information about Hychem products call 086 010 2555 or visit: www.hychem.co.za

SAPCA Cleantex Executive Summit Africa

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Commercial and industrial equipment supplier Hilti has launched its new DDWMS 100 water-management system, which incorporates three modes of operations: recycling mode, vacuumcleaning mode and water-supply mode. The filtration process is incorporated through patented multi-layer filter bags of the DD-WMS 100, which are specially designed for collecting drilling slurry. Slurry collection reaches maximum capacity during the filtration process thanks to the effective use of the filter’s surface. Diamond drilling involves many time-consuming, repetitive steps, of which the actual drilling process may be one of the shortest.

Keeping the jobsite clean and maintaining a constant water supply is often time consuming and counterproductive. The new DDWMS 100 water-management system promotes productivity and cleanliness on the jobsite. The vacuum requires a full water tank and a filter bag to get the job done. The water is recycled up to 7 times; this is equivalent to about 100 l of continuous water supply. The large wheels and convenient handle bar make it easy to move the DD-WMS 100 around on the jobsite. Dust and slurry often lead to additional labour time spent on cleaning up, decreasing jobsite productivity even further. With Hilti’s range of water collection accessories for diamond-drilling

machines, the customer will be able to save time and money. Diamond drilling is no longer a messy job!

Once the filter is full and suction power begins to drop off, it’s extremely easy to get rid of the slurry with the disposable filter bags. The DD-WMS 100 is compatible with all other Hilti diamond-drilling machines, so it’s one appliance for all applications!

For more information visit: https://www.hilti.co.za/ddwms100

New cleaning-management software for smarter cleaning routines

Tork is entering the software industry by releasing what it believes to be some of the market’s most advanced cleaning-management software – Digital Cleaning Plans. The cleaning management software includes functions for planning, communication, administration and follow-up and can be used by both mid-sized and small-scale cleaning companies. With Digital Cleaning Plans, cleaning companies are offered the opportunity to experience a more efficient way of working, which simplifies cleaners’ tasks.

“We stepped into the software industry as we saw the need for an easily available digital cleaning solution,” says Anna Königson Koopmans, marketing director commercial and public interest at Essity, which owns the Tork brand. “With Tork Digital Cleaning Plans, we provide management with the tools they need to take control of their operations and to use their time and resources in smarter ways.” For managers, there are several advantages with the new software, including the ability to schedule and delegate tasks. The software also enables easy reporting for accurate follow-up to clients. The result is better fulfilment of service level agreements and satisfied clientele.

With clear, always-available instructions and guidance within the software, Tork Digital Cleaning Plans enables improved communications among cleaners and between cleaning staff and management. With the software, cleaning staff can quickly and easily troubleshoot issues and report problems to management by communicating and uploading images directly into the programme.

Digital Cleaning Plans also simplifies the introduction of new staff and handovers between staff members during shift changes. “We have been eager to create a service specifically for cleaning staff who are integral to the results that are delivered to venue clients and visitors,” adds Anna.

“By helping their daily work operate more efficiently, we’ll not only be able to boost results, but also mitigate any cleaning issues before they arise.” Digital Cleaning Plans is the first step in digitising cleaning operations, and even more value can be achieved when using it with data-driven cleaning services from Tork, such as Tork EasyCube, a network of sensor-equipped dispensers that alert facilities management teams to exactly when and where cleaning needs occur.

Learn more about Digital Cleaning Plans from Tork and download the software for free at: www.torkusa.com/digitalcleaning