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Pressure Washers, Graffiti Removal & Street Cleaning Pressure washers have come a long way from traditional cold water pressure jets, with increased pressure and hot water capabilities now available for the highest quality cleans.

These and other products are ideally suited to treating unwanted graffiti and other street cleaning tasks.

The APPG: having a voice and a champion

The Cleaning Show 2021

Jim Melvin, senior warden elect of the WCEC, shares insights on the WCEC’s involvement in the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the cleaning industry, and his aspirations for the future.

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.

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Lessons learned during the pandemic: the Cleaning Show Conference

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.

staff continues into the new normal. In this presentation, Jamie will explore how the cleaning industry as a multi-faceted sector can work in cohesion to promote the importance of the essential services that it provides to keep people safe.

In addition to exhibits from the industry’s leading brands, as well as other on-floor attractions, the Cleaning Show conference makes an eagerly awaited return. It will provide a platform for attendees to learn and discuss the latest developments, and the critical next steps for an industry on the frontline of public health and safety.

Elsewhere, Sebastian Bachelier, programme manager and project lead for recognised service providers at The Living Wage Foundation, and Charlie Mowat, founder and CEO of The Clean Space, will come together to discuss how cleaning has shifted from an invisible workforce to one of key workers, and why the Real Living Wage matters now more than ever. With a record number of organisations publicly signing up to the Living Wage Foundation and with a growth in demand for frontline workers in cleaning, catering and security, they will provide food for thought on why now is the perfect time to champion the Real Living Wage in employee contracts.

Enhancements in cleaning practices have not been limited to personnel and public perception during the pandemic - technological and process developments have also moved ahead at pace. The Cleaning Show 2021 Conference programme will provide a forum to present and discuss all these developments, and consider the critical next steps for an industry that has placed itself on the frontline of public health and safety delivery. In addition to the carefully curated programme, the Cleaning & Support Services Association (CSSA) will be hosting afternoon presentations and panel discussions within the conference theatre looking at topics including sustainability, smart building technologies and COVID-secure workplaces.

Industry experts will come together to discuss a range of varied topics including how autonomous cleaning can support and enhance current cleaning practices, the importance of training and the role of apprenticeships, sustainability and more.

Highlights include Jamie Wright, managing director of Incentive QAS Ltd, who will delve into the critical role of the cleaning industry post-pandemic. He’ll address the importance of focusing on public safety as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, and why an emphasis on the importance of frontline

Demonstrating the growing importance of the cleaning and hygiene sectors to public safety, a dedicated session exploring the critical role of the new All-Party Parliamentary Group (AAPG) will also take place.

Further details of the Cleaning Show Conference, and the Cleaning Show itself, can be found on Page 26 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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Industry News.

In the news this month… WCEC gains Privy Council approval to grant Chartered Practitioner status, NHS awarded George Cross, Green cleaning company celebrates double award win.

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.

Special Report: The APPG - having a voice and a champion.

Jim Melvin, senior warden elect of the WCEC, shares insights on the WCEC’s involvement in the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the cleaning industry, and his aspirations for the future.

Special Report: Collaboration in ‘culture of hygiene’ research.

Pure Offices is partnering with anti-bacterial wipes manufacturer, Uniwipe, on an exclusive research project to examine the ‘culture of hygiene’ in offices in the post-pandemic era.

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Special Report: The responsibility of freedom.

Dave Wheadon, CEO of the NCCA, shares his thoughts on maintaining professionalism and delivering exemplary customer service now that there are significant relaxations in COVID rules.

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New Products.

An overview of some of the new products available on the market this month.

03 Editor’s Comment

13 BICSc Comment

A look at the cleaning sector this month.

The new normal: It’s life Jim but not as we know it.

Stan Atkins, reports.

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Feature: Pressure Washers, Graffiti Removal & Street Cleaning.

Pressure washers have come a long way from traditional cold water pressure jets, with increased pressure and hot water capabilities now available for the highest quality cleans. These and other products are ideally suited to treating unwanted graffiti and other street cleaning tasks.

14 BCC Comment Act now to make the world fit for future generations.

Allison OgdenNewton OBE, CEO, Keep Britain Tidy, reports.

15 A job worth doing – a contractor’s blog.

Lee Andrews reports.

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C&M INDUSTRY NEWS

WCEC gains Privy Council approval to grant Chartered Practitioner status

NHS awarded George Cross

THE Worshipful Company of Environmental

THE National Health Service has been awarded

Cleaners (WCEC) has announced that it

the George Cross by the Queen for its services

has received its long-awaited Chartered

and response to the pandemic. It is the third

Practitioner’s status, and permission to

time a group has been given the medal, which

establish a register of chartered members

is the highest award bestowed for non-

- open to the entire sector. It has received

operational gallantry or gallantry not in the

a Grant of Royal Approval allowing it to

presence of an enemy.

confer the award of ‘Chartered Practitioner in Environmental Cleaning’ to members and establish a register thereof.

The WCEC education committee has worked tirelessly for a prolonged period to achieve this new chartered status. John Shonfeld, Master of the WCEC, said: “Our sector’s invaluable contribution during the COVID-19 pandemic

to all of us to keep our industry standards high

is widely recognised, and it is so richly

and that means formally acknowledging the

deserved. We, therefore, continue to build

professionals who contribute throughout our

upon our recognition for the specific benefit

broad sector.”

of individuals who make up the whole. It’s up

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Green cleaning company celebrates double award win GREEN cleaning company Bio-D is celebrating

want our team to feel valued and motivated.

after claiming award wins in two different parts

This recognition means a lot as it is based

award recognises all NHS staff past and present,

of the business. In addition to being awarded

on direct employee feedback, including the

across all disciplines and all four nations.

the title of ‘manufacturer of the year’ (under £25

extent to which employees trust team leaders,

Collectively, over more than seven decades,

million) at this year’s Insider Made in Yorkshire

the respect with which people are treated,

you have supported the people of our country

Awards, Bio-D has also been announced as one

the fairness of workplace decisions, and how

with courage, compassion and dedication,

of the UK’s ‘best small workplaces for women’

much camaraderie there is among the team.

demonstrating the highest standards of public

in this year’s Best Workplaces list, published by

The Made in Yorkshire Award win was well

service. You have our enduring thanks and

Great Place to Work UK.

deserved by the Bio-D team, especially after

heartfelt appreciation.”

Lloyd Atkin, managing director at Bio-D,

the past year when production pressures

The Queen, in a hand written note, said: “This

Northwick Park and Ealing hospitals, which

said: “We are absolutely delighted to have

increased in line with demand. I am extremely

were among the worst hit in London, extended

been recognised both for our manufacturing

proud of the team for going above and beyond

their gratitude to all its support staff including

excellence, and for creating a great workplace

in their roles, which I believe is reflected

people like rapid response cleaner Shilpa

for women. At Bio-D, we don’t just want to do

perfectly with the award win.”

Kotian and Purna Ghale.

good through our business activity, we also

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GBAC STAR ‘registered technology’ and ‘registered programmes’ launched IN an effort to help facilities around the world make it easier to vet the

“With so many options on the market today, it can be overwhelming for

appropriate cleaning, disinfection and infection prevention essentials, the

decision makers to select the best equipment, chemicals or programmes,”

Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a division of ISSA, has launched GBAC

said GBAC executive director, Patricia Olinger. “With GBAC STAR

STAR registered technology and registered programmes. The offering allows

Registered, it’s clear which solutions and programmes have been vetted

manufacturers and other companies to have their cleaning, infectious disease

by experts and meet a higher level of cleanliness and safety. This allows

prevention or similar type technology or programme designated as GBAC

managers to better equip and train professionals so they can more easily

STAR registered. This provides added assurance for facility managers and

and effectively uphold public health.”

service providers who are dedicated to cleaning for health.

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Break the chain of infection: CHSA webinar on 22 September THE coronavirus pandemic has changed

research, development and engineering

routes, or indirectly via surfaces touched by

the view of cleaning and hygiene forever.

director for SC Johnson Professional.

others or infected foods and food surfaces.

Understanding how to break the chain of

Dr. Hines and Professor Bloomfield were

We want to help people break this chain by

infection has never been more important.

amongst the team of experts who developed

spreading the word about the key moments

The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association’s

the white paper ‘8 moments of targeted

and providing practical information on how

(CHSA) webinar - ‘8 moments of targeted

hygiene’. In the paper they identify the eight key

best to approach them.”

hygiene’ - will help contract cleaners and

moments of high risk for spreading infection in

Date: Wednesday 22 September 2021.

facilities managers break the chain. The

workplaces and public facilities.

Time: 1.00pm.

speakers are Professor Sally Bloomfield,

Lorcan Mekitarian, chair of the CHSA, will

Duration: 90 minutes.

chair of the Scientific Advisory Board of the

introduce the webinar. He said: “Infections,

Location: Zoom.

International Scientific Forum on Home

including COVID-19, are mostly spread by

Further details are available from:

Hygiene (IFH), and Dr. John Hines, global

people interacting directly by touch or airborne

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Essity invests €11 million in enhanced recycling facilities TORK manufacturer Essity has stepped up its

“This €11 million initiative brings a new

contribution to a circular society by investing

dimension to recycling and circularity,” said Eric

€11 million in enhanced recycling facilities at

Kleinpeter, commercial director professional

one of its French factories. The move will allow

hygiene France at Essity. “It will allow us to

Essity to increase its beverage carton recycling

substantially increase the amount of recycled

capacity by up to 24,000 tons per year. And

beverage cartons used to manufacture our

thanks to a new process, the plant will now be

professional hygiene products. And by investing

able to recover and recycle up to 98% of the

in technologies that reduce environmental

fibre contained in each drinks carton.

impact, we at Tork are offering solutions that meet our customers’ own sustainable

More than 63% of the beverage cartons in France are processed at Essity’s factory in

also recycles paper fibres from documents,

development goals.”

Hondouville, northern France. The facility

magazines and newspapers.

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Over 60 companies achieve CIMS certification ISSA has announced that more than 60 companies

of CIMS-certified organisations,” said ISSA

management best practices: quality systems;

have achieved ISSA Cleaning Industry Management

executive director, John Barrett. “It has

service delivery; human resources; health,

Standard (CIMS) certification in 2021. Designed

never been more important for businesses

safety and environmental stewardship;

to help organisations improve the quality and

to showcase their commitment to facility

and management commitment. It requires

efficiency of their business and cleaning operations,

cleanliness, and these firms that have

a cleaning company or in-house cleaning

CIMS outlines the primary characteristics of a

achieved CIMS certification understand that

department to meet 100% of the mandatory

successful cleaning organisation.

to the fullest.”

elements and 60% of the recommended

“We’re excited to welcome both new and renewing companies to our growing list

Designed to assist cleaning organisations

elements, per section.

of all sizes, CIMS applies five core elements of

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RCP launches Love Recycling Heroes RCP has launched Love Recycling Heroes, a new

status. From these heroes, an independent

development and expansion of Love

initiative that celebrates the heroes of commercial

sustainability panel will select 50 for the

Recycling is something that’s very important

recycling across Europe, part of the continuing

paper (3rd), metal (2nd) and glass (1st)

to what we do. We’ve always embraced

expansion of the Love Recycling programme. The

awards representing the best that European

long-life, durable products as a way to

Heroes initiative allows businesses to nominate

commercial recycling has to offer. Announced

create cost-effective sustainability for our

the individuals within their organisation that

during Recycle Week in September 2021, they

customers and now we can give businesses

create commercial recycling success. Nominations

will comprise 45 paper heroes, three metal

the chance to recognise those within their

can be submitted via www.loverecycling.com.

heroes and two glass heroes.

organisations that are leading the way to a

Everyone that is nominated will receive a digital certificate that confirms their heroic 8 SEPTEMBER 2021

Paul Jakeway, head of marketing - EMEA at RCP, said: “At RCP, the continuing

better planet for us all.”

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Ecocleen rebrands as Ecoserv Group ECOCLEEN has changed its name to Ecoserv Group, the rebrand reflecting the company’s decision to evolve its business

the business, representing our

to a multi-service FM provider,

ambition as one of the fastest-

offering customers a wider range of

growing companies within the

services including mechanical and

FM sector.”

electrical, waste management and specialist cleaning.

“Ecoserv Group has been a

The rebrand coincides with Ecoserv Group strengthening its commitment to sustainability,

growth company for a number

working closely with customers to

of years, but it has been during

offer new services to support their

the last 15 months that has truly

ecological journey. In addition,

demonstrated its commitment

the business has established a

to expanding the size, scope and

strategic plan to achieve Net Zero

profitability of the business,”

by 2030, taking steps to measure

said Jean-Henri Beukes, CEO at

its carbon footprint and commit to

Ecoserv Group. “We have taken

reduction targets. It is continuously

significant strides throughout the

exploring the benefits of providing

pandemic to double our turnover

low impact services to customers,

by proactively targeting organic

including the use of environmental

growth and acquisitions. The

cleaning products and recycling.

rebrand is a pivotal milestone for

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ABM expands UK healthcare market WHILE COVID-19 grounded

Free London NHS Foundation

planes all over the world, creating

Trust, has not only protected jobs

challenges for airlines, airports

in the short term, but has also

and their suppliers, ABM has

created an opportunity for future

established new opportunities

growth within healthcare.

in the healthcare market. As a

Dave Cauvin, commercial

specialist in staffing solutions

director at ABM Aviation, said: “It

and customer experience, ABM

has been an honour to support

successfully redeployed hundreds

the Royal Free London NHS

of team members from the aviation

Foundation Trust at such a crucial

segment into the NHS to support

time in our history. The success of

COVID-19 related activity.

the partnership has been down to

The move, underpinned by

the transferable skills and talent

outstanding work for the Royal

for service demonstrated by our team members.”

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SWC sets carbon neutral standard SPECIALIST Window Cleaning Ltd (SWC) has

of the greenhouse gas emissions produced from

said: “This is a fantastic achievement, SWC

become a carbon neutral window cleaning

the company’s day to day activities. Over the last

has been committed to continually looking at

company – it believes it is the first national

two years, SWC has been reducing its emissions as

solutions that reduce our impact on the planet

window cleaning company in the UK to achieve

much as possible through a variety of sustainable

and the CarbonNeutral company certification

this. In addition, it has achieved CarbonNeutral

initiatives, such as renewing vehicles within its

is a big step forward. Achieving this certification

company certification in accordance with The

fleet with fully electric models when leases expire,

provides transparent, third-party assurance to

CarbonNeutral Protocol.

eliminating the use of single-use plastic from

our clients, that with SWC their window cleaning

operations, providing new sustainability training

requirements will have lower impact on the

is working with the leading experts on carbon

for all staff, and a commitment to employing local

environment and will assist them in achieving

neutrality and climate finance, Natural Capital

people wherever possible.

their own carbon reduction targets too.”

To achieve CarbonNeutral certification, SWC

Partners. SWC had an independent assessment

Chris Thomas, commercial director at SWC,

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Investing in a training partnership HAVING experienced a period of growth

and employees. The company identified that

and change, Indepth Managed Services has

in order to meet these key objectives it would

partnered with Momentus to deliver its training

require the development and creation of a new

and development vision, in line with its

training ethos to provide first class training

business strategy.

and development to all staff, across the whole

In March this year, as part of its virtual team day,

of the business. Indepth sought an external

Indepth delivered the outline of its roadmap for

partner to work with it over a 12-month period -

the year, with each area of the business focusing

Momentus fitted the brief.

on its own KPIs. The roadmap demonstrated aims

Momentus will be taking Indepth employees

and objectives along with Indepth’s ambitious

on a training and development journey,

sales target for the financial year ahead.

From left: Sandra Fazackerley, co-director of Momentus; James Perryman, founder and codirector of Momentus; and Suzanne Richardson, managing director of Indepth Managed Services.

focussing on improving the induction process,

personal development and career aspirations.

With a firm focus on continual growth,

team and individual development, building

This will all lead to making learning an ongoing

Indepth also wants to improve and maintain

courses and certification around role specific

experience throughout the business.

high levels of support and service to its clients

requirements and supporting everyone’s

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B&M celebrates 10 years of carbon neutrality B&M Waste Services is marking its 10th

Plus status in 2020 – another first for the sector

anniversary as a carbon neutral organisation,

in the UK and streaks ahead of the government’s

beginning its ‘net zero carbon’ journey in

own net zero carbon by 2050 pledge.

2011. It was 10 years ago, and long before any

Moving forward, B&M is committed to further

Westgrove Group secures £6 million funding

legislation was introduced, that the family-

reducing its own emissions intensity and

WESTGROVE Group has secured funding

owned and managed company anticipated

advocates its successful low carbon business

of £6 million from Independent Growth

and embraced the growing movement in the

model to its clients. Its ‘Simple Swaps Audit’

Finance (IGF) to provide working capital

UK to make businesses more environmentally

initiative continues to help companies it works

and support the growth of the business.

friendly. It embarked on a programme, working

with to not only recycle or reuse their waste but

Westgrove Group has grown steadily since

with Carbon Footprint Ltd, to assess the carbon

to make simple swaps and purchasing changes

its formation in 1998, and provides security,

footprint of its business, starting with measuring

to minimise waste output and reduce their

cleaning, maintenance, customer service,

its existing carbon impact and creating a

carbon footprint.

and operational support across some of

formal ‘carbon management plan’ to move the business towards carbon neutrality.

In 2011, B&M Waste Services was awarded a

Amber Greenhalgh, B&M director, said: “We

the UK’s largest regional shopping centres,

see ourselves as innovators in our field and we

mixed-use destinations, corporate offices,

continually strive to find new ways to reduce our

business parks, and airports.

carbon neutrality accreditation for the first time.

carbon footprint, notably in our transport and

It was the first waste management business

electrification operations and improving our

business to hone its offering, grow and

to achieve this accolade and its confidential

processing facilities. We have a keen interest in

strengthen its customer base, and target

waste arm, B&M Secure Shredding followed in

adopting new technology and we possess a strong

more sectors including hospitality. A

its footsteps, achieving carbon neutrality status

desire to continue to educate our clients and to

recruitment drive is also under way to aid

in 2019. Both the waste services and secure

attain supply chain sustainability in the future.”

the business’s growth.

shredding businesses achieved Carbon Neutral

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The funding secured will enable the

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MCS announces management appointment MCS Cleaning and Maintenance has appointed

such as window cleaning, high level cleaning,

Tim Pawley as its new industrial manager.

carpet cleaning, and floor cleaning services. Tim

Pawley joined the team in June, bringing with

Blacknell, managing director, said: “It’s really

him over 25 years cleaning experience in the

fantastic to have Tim join us, he brings experience

Industrial and food manufacturing sector,

and industry knowledge that is extremely hard

having previously worked for 15 years at Hands

to find. With experience in both the industrial

Cleaners in Leicestershire.

cleaning and food manufacturing sectors, and a

Pawley will be responsible for growing industrial and commercial cleaning services

shared passion for delivering quality services, he is a perfect addition to the team.”

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Airdri appoints head of business development AIRDRI has

is investing further in its sales and marketing

Airdri Group at a pivotal time as we expand

welcomed Joe

division to achieve exponential growth across

into new markets and solidify our reputation as

Pearce to its

the rest of 2021.

an innovative force in the global hand drying

senior team as

Pearce has been brought on board to lead

industry. Our business is growing at pace, and we

head of business

the company’s sales team, to identify and

know that in order to continue the upward curve

development.

develop new areas of growth and improve

we must continually invest in the right personnel.

The company laid

profitability within existing revenue streams.

We have appointed Joe, who has a wealth of

down ambitious

Prior roles have included national account

leadership and sales development across various

expansion plans

manager at Mattel, sales and training partner at

different sectors in UK and European markets, to

at the beginning of

Dyson and sales director at Annabel Karmel.

push forward our business development strategy

the year, and after a strong first quarter

Steve Whittall, group research and development director, said: “Joe joins the

nationwide and internationally.”

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C&M CONTRACTS

Hako equipment drives cleaning standards EARLIER this year, Briggs Equipment

key factor in Power Towers’ decision to invest

completed the delivery of three new Hako

in these in products.

machines to Power Towers’ Leicester hub.

Jonathan Dawson, Power Towers, said:

The new fleet features machines from the

“We’re delighted with the positive impact that

Sweepmaster and Scrubmaster product

the Hako equipment has on our operations. We

ranges in ride-on and pedestrian operated

worked collaboratively with Briggs throughout

configurations. The facility is a brand new

the entire selection process to find a solution

100,000 sq ft space that plays a key role in the

that truly met all our requirements. The

design and manufacturing of Power Towers’

straightforward operation and full support

low-level access solutions.

provided by Briggs, meant we were able to hit

To help maintain a high level of cleanliness

the ground running as soon as the equipment

in working environments and more generally

was delivered and integrate the machines into

throughout the warehouse, Power Towers

our working environment. We’ve been really

worked collaboratively with Briggs Equipment

impressed by the cleaning results delivered by

to identify a suitable and effective industrial

the Hako machines, and their long charge life

cleaning solution. Strong performance

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Essity signs partnership to help prevent spread of HAIs TORK, Essity’s professional hygiene brand,

The new ECD programme will improve best

Thomas Bergin, marketing director,

has partnered with the Infection Prevention

practices and prevent healthcare associated

healthcare at Essity Professional Hygiene

Society (IPS) and global service provider,

infections throughout the patient’s journey. It

said: “Tork is proud to partner with IPS and

Sodexo to launch an environment, cleaning and

also seeks to educate the infection prevention

co-sponsor Sodexo for this important new

decontamination (ECD) programme to support

control community at a time when it is

educational pillar. The programme will offer the

infection prevention practitioners as they tackle

essential. The programme will involve several

Infection prevention community a platform to

the spread of infections in healthcare settings.

highly respected infection prevention and

collaborate, share and learn advanced skills in

microbiology experts.

environment, cleaning and decontamination -

The programme will include a free to attend

including support for effective surface cleaning

conference on 23 November, which will feature

and hand hygiene. As part of the global hygiene

expert industry speakers and result in a series

and health company Essity, we are passionate

of ongoing workgroups. Throughout the year,

about helping reduce healthcare associated

there will be a series of meetings held to

infection to achieve positive patient outcomes

further develop the programme both in the

through training, continual innovation and

UK and overseas, with the potential to involve

correct product systems to create efficiencies in

international societies to extend the reach of

patient care and patient well-being.”

the initiative.

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SWC secures London contract GREAT Portland Estates plc has awarded

of classic and state of the art modern buildings.

capable of offering a service that will cater for

Specialist Window Cleaning (SWC) with a 3-year

Some of the notable buildings within the

all of our buildings.”

window cleaning contract for their portfolio of

portfolio are 200 Grays Inn Road, brand new

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over 40 properties across London.

Hanover Square and The Hickman.

The 3-year contract is one of the largest

Rebecca Bradley, head of property services

stand-alone window cleaning contracts in

at Great Portland Estates plc, said: “We were

the country. The dedicated SWC team will be

delighted to award SWC with this prestigious

demonstrating the wide variety of specialist

contract. We have a clear strategic focus on

window cleaning techniques including cradle

London with a varied portfolio of properties.

systems, BMUs, rope access, and traditional

SWC’s investment in their people, innovative

water fed pole systems in order to provide

cleaning methods and health and safety

outstanding window cleaning across the variety

approach, showed us that they are more than

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The new normal: It’s life Jim but not as we know it AS we return to what will

I also note that in London I

revelation in this report is that in the winter, staff

become the new normal, I have

could not even order drinks from

should wear extra layers, such as hoodies, so that

noticed several developments

the bar. I had to open the QR code

windows can be kept open.

that indicate social change

from the table and make the order

has developed, even during

on my phone, something that I

cleaning operation being undertaken in full view

lockdown. The element that

accomplished. However, my bank

of building occupants, especially touchpoints, is

separates good cleaning

sent me a one-time passcode to

reinforced by the report. In evidentiary hearings

operatives/cleaning companies

my landline in Cambridge - no

‘we will still treat the surfaces, primarily because

attention to detail there!

it is visually reassuring for our colleagues, which is

from excellent cleaning

As I mentioned a couple of articles ago, the

I have also been reading with interest the report

a huge aspect of this. If a cleaner is being seen to

Recently, I was in a restaurant with my wife, and I

commissioned by Sir Patrick Vallance from the Royal

clean high touchpoints on a regular basis that is

could not attract the waiter’s attention, a bit like the

Academy of Engineering and The Chartered Institute

way more reassuring than us telling people that we

tombstone in a graveyard with an inscription to a

of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE). I remember

have increased our air supply rate to 16 litres per

head waiter, ‘God finally caught his eye’. I have always

using a quote from a book published in 1994 which

second, because that means nothing to the average

used what I believe to be the international language

stated something along the lines of ‘mankind, having

office occupant’.

for ‘fetch my bill’ - waving an imaginary pen in the

failed to control his external environment, will devote

air. I must, however, state that this did not work for a

more energies to controlling the built environment’.

do with cleaning. What we are talking about here is

colleague of mine when we ate in a pub in Essex. This

In the report for Sir Patrick Vallance the Royal

social change and public conception so is this the

operatives/cleaning companies is attention to detail.

I am sometimes asked what my articles have to

international sign language did not bring him a bill

Academy of Engineering suggests that in the summer,

time when the cleaning of the built environment

for lunch, but instead a children’s colouring book and

employees returning to the office should be allowed

should move to daytime cleaning for all the reasons

some crayons. So, in my own case, reflecting on the

to wear shorts and t-shirts so that windows can be

previously stated? This movement started some years

fact that cash is almost a forgotten currency, I moved

opened to improve ventilation, which reminds me

ago but has yet to gain critical mass and I believe

my four fingers up and down as though I was inputting

of an internal email I once saw from an Australian

what is written here makes this a game changer.

my pin number. This immediately caught the attention

company that read ‘we have VIP visitors tomorrow,

of a waitress who said: ‘I like your mini piano!’

dress code - no flip-flops’. The other stunning

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Act now to make the world fit for future generations Allison Ogden-Newton OBE, chief executive of Keep Britain Tidy, reports. post-consumption waste. This

IT is no exaggeration to say that the world has

year or so. As life returns to

changed beyond all recognition in the past

normal it is imperative that we

18 months. Keep Britain Tidy has been on

not only regain ground - we

should have two significant

hand to chart some of the changes, both good

must do better. If we are to

benefits - encourage

and bad, map the growing challenge to the

tackle the pollution caused

innovation to reduce

environment on our doorstep and campaign

by litter, we need action from

for the improvements that our evidence-based

government now.

must change and that change

the amount of polluting packaging, and create the funding needed to tackle

This is why Keep Britain Tidy

approach leads us to conclude will reverse

littering behaviours at a national

has campaigned for and will continue

climate and community harm.

to be at the forefront of calls for the changes

level for the long term.

out of the fact that millions of people were

that we know will make a difference. A

But any EPR scheme should not just look

confined to their local area is that more of us

comprehensive, ‘all-in’ deposit return scheme

at packaging. The most littered item, by

are valuing and caring about our parks and

(DRS) for plastic, glass and aluminium drinks

number, is the cigarette butt, with millions of

green spaces, recognising them as lockdown

containers of all sizes will, we know, have a

them tossed on the ground every day. This

lifelines. Keep Britain Tidy’s research carried

significant impact on litter as well as massively

is why Keep Britain Tidy will continue to put

out this year shows that more than 90% of

increasing recycling. 75% of litter by volume

pressure on government to ensure that the

people think their parks and green spaces

is made up of drinks cans and bottles, so

tobacco manufacturers pick up their share of

are important to their community and 95%

creating value for these containers will see

the bill for dealing with smoking-related litter

agree that they need to be protected. At the

them disappear off our streets and become

as part of EPR.

same time, we have seen our litter-picking

an essential resource that will be captured

community grow, with the number of people

for recycling. We know this works. Countries

DRS and a comprehensive EPR scheme are

identifying themselves as Litter Heroes more

that have a comprehensive ‘all-in’ DRS see up

the two crucial policy changes that we need

than doubling to almost 5000. Our volunteers

to 95% of cans and bottles recycled - in this

to see if we are to do better when it comes

also clocked up a million miles of litter-picking

country it is currently around 50%.

to creating a cleaner environment. Our

Perhaps the most positive change to come

for this year’s Great British Spring Clean.

We believe that a well-designed ‘all-in’

We also need an extended producer

challenge, as a leading environmental charity,

While this is great news, these things

responsibility (EPR) scheme sooner rather

is to do our part to ensure lessons are learnt,

alone will not solve a problem that costs

than later. Currently those who create the

that we help everyone clean up their act and

the best part of £1 billion a year to clean up

packaging that results in so much waste,

together we act to make the world fit for future

and damages the environment even more

causes environmental devastation and costs

generations.

than it costs communities. We have all seen

local authorities so much to deal with, both

images of litter-strewn parks and beaches

through kerbside collections and street

British Cleaning Council. The views of Council

that have, sadly, been a feature of the past

cleaning, bear none of the cost for cleaning up

members are their own.

Keep Britain Tidy is a member of the

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Sustainability - it’s addictive Lee Andrews, CEO of DOC Cleaning, reports.

THERE’S quite a buzz here around the DOC office. It is

17 categories, some of which present a major opportunity

the interests of the

just over two years since we gained The Planet Mark

for cleaning to take the lead.

various stakeholders

certification. Our metrics have been rolling in thick

In particular, I am talking about social value creation,

in business. As a support

and fast and we are understanding more clearly what

one of the metrics by which DOC is now measured as

service, it is incumbent on us, as

else we must do to further strengthen our position as a

part of The Planet Mark’s ongoing certification. Amongst

contractors, to align our thinking and practice with that of

socially responsible, carbon neutral business. To lend

other things, this measures the amount of procurement

our clients. This means understanding their sustainability

weight to our efforts, we have just created our first senior

we arrange through local SMEs and the amount of

objectives at the same time as we develop our own.

sustainability post in the company with the title ‘head of

direct local employment we create. As you may have

Cynics would say this could easily become a tick box

corporate responsibility and sustainability’ - an extra-long

read in my blog last month, I support the employment

exercise and a debate that will collapse if it becomes

digital business card is being designed as I speak. I jest,

of front-line staff who live locally to their place of work.

apparent that sustainability comes at a financial cost.

of course, but we have very high hopes for this role, part

Even when staff are paid the Real Living Wage, it is still

I don’t agree. There is growing evidence to show that

of whose job description is to develop our ‘environment,

frustrating that they spend so much of their earnings on

sustainable practices of employment, procurement,

social and governance strategy’, a vital part of our

travel – an ongoing issue in London. As a matter of fact,

energy use, and product selection can improve cleaning

campaign to show clients that we are ‘investable’ as a

a development I am following closely in this area is the

productivity and enhance service delivery, leading to

cleaning and facilities partner.

emergence of new style recruitment agencies who focus,

longer contracts and more rewarding relationships.

I am genuinely excited that our sustainability journey is gathering real momentum. 15 or so years ago, cleaning

using clearly defined ‘localness’ criteria, on matching local people with local jobs in London.

It is up to the cleaning industry to show that it can lead the way in the promotion of sustainable business.

A positive attitude can only reinforce the perception,

was one of many industries looking for ways to protect the

Of course, we are not the only cleaning contractor

environment, introducing eco-friendly cleaning products

working to a sustainability agenda. Neither are we alone,

nurtured over the last, turbulent 18 months, that

and recycling programmes. 10 years ago, carbon footprint

I’m sure, in noticing that clients are placing far more

cleaning is an industry which should be taken seriously

reduction entered the vocabulary, although few people

emphasis on this in their supplier questionnaires and

and which is integral to the country’s economic long-

had any idea how to measure it. Now, sustainability has

RFIs. The pandemic has refocused minds on ‘growing

term success.

expanded to include (according to the UN) no fewer than

back greener’ and achieving a better balance between

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SPECIAL REPORT

Having a voice and a champion - the APPG for the cleaning industry Jim Melvin, senior warden elect of the Worshipful Company of Environmental Cleaners (WCEC), shares insights on the WCEC’s involvement in the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the cleaning industry, and his aspirations for the future of the industry.

WITH approximately 1.6 million staff in the cleaning industry, we should exert more constructive influence on our future, especially as we generate £54 billion per year for the UK economy. Industry members asked what could be achieved if all the professional associations collaborated, so that the industry could be represented properly? As a result, the idea of APPG for the cleaning and hygiene industry was seeded. Subsequently, after the infrastructure of the APPG was set up, the WCEC was the first cleaning and hygiene body to be approached from a collaboration perspective.

Start as we mean to continue In 2020 the WCEC’s Master, Clerk, Paul Thrupp and myself had a meeting with the BCC about key industry topics of interest for the new APPG, such as training, the apprenticeship levy, and the WCEC chartered practitioners register.

We, along with other associations such as the CSSA, were looking for new ways to create a ‘cradle to grave’ culture within the industry creating a viable and measurable professional infrastructure with real career development prospects. The WCEC was fully supportive of this approach, along with all industry

Act’s stance on cleaning skills, and much more.

agree on sustainable solutions. All of these

associations. The collaboration had begun.

It will only work where we involve stakeholders

aspirations will be tough to meet for individual

in every aspect of our industry, present our

clients, especially as cashflow will have been

held in April 2021, with 55 parliamentarians

proposals to the APPG for review, and lobby

affected in the last year, with the onus on

in attendance, along with 70 senior cleaning

ministers and civil servants to our cause.

determining how to increase confidence and

The first meeting of the industry’s APPG was

safety, while facilitating productivity.

industry professionals. The APPG has been considered a great success to date with

Immediate issues for action

significantly more to progress on the horizon.

As we move forward in collaboration with the

such issues can be constructively discussed,

Challenges notwithstanding, the fact that

The undoubted and long overdue recognition

APPG, there are many topics under consideration.

with a view to resolution and progress is hugely

of the cleaning industry’s immense contribution

There is a great focus on confidence and safety in

satisfying. If associations, like the WCEC,

during the pandemic is a springboard that must

working in the COVID-19 world. For example, how

continue to add their voice to the dialogue,

lead to improvements in our industry. Although

the industry and government can collaborate to

then between the expertise and experience of

the cleaning industry APPG is one of the largest

reassure employees that their workstations are

collective membership, we will advance.

of its ilk, with robust representation, it only

safe and clean. This also includes managing their

works if momentum and staying power are

safety expectations - have employers examined

reviewed and resolved. In the meantime, we

maintained on progressing key issues.

what hygiene truly means when it comes to

will listen to our members and colleagues as

making employees feel COVID-secure at work?

their experience will assist greatly in change

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There has to be clarity on future plans, what products and innovations to use, and how we

I look forward to the first issues being

for the better.

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Working well under pressure Daniel Took, head of professional product marketing at Kärcher UK, discusses some of the latest innovations in pressure washers.

PRESSURE washers have come a long way from

the cold water does not soften the dirt in the

ideal for those looking for one machine that can

the traditional cold water pressure jets, with

same way as hot, instead pressure alone is

offer dual benefits.

increased pressure and hot water capabilities

relied upon to blast it off. This can be ideal for

now available for the highest quality cleans.

a wide range of uses, but with new advances in

ECO mode pressure washers

Knowing the difference and the latest

hot water pressure washers, facility managers

New technological advances have led to the

technological advances will help to ensure that

would be best served by one machine that can

development of ECO modes on pressure

the right machine is used for the right job.

deliver both.

washers to help protect the environment. The

Hot water vs cold water

Mobile pressure washers

12/18-4S, work to deliver greater efficiency

Hot water pressure washers are ideal for

For those on the move, requiring a solution

and to reduce the amount of energy and water

cleaning a wide range of different surfaces,

without the limiting factors of fixed power and

that is used. Once set into the ECO mode, the

both indoors and out. Using hot water as

water sources, mobile trailers such as Kärcher’s

machine operates automatically in the most

opposed to cold water is particularly effective

HDS 13/35 are ideal. The mobile units are easily

economical temperature range, helping to

for the removal of oil and grease from different

manoeuvrable, allowing cleaning operatives

save on running costs and reduce the impact

surfaces. The heat works with the delivery of

and facility managers to maintain an efficient

on the environment.

high pressure to soften and loosen dirt particles,

cleaning speed.

ECO modes, such as that on Karcher’s HDS

Looking to the future, new advances to improve performance, manoeuvrability and

allowing them to come away from the surface

The trailer units contain their own water

with greater ease. In turn, this helps to reduce

source and heating components which allows

lessen the environmental impact are core

the amount of cleaning time and the amount of

users to focus on the job at hand rather than

innovations in the ever-evolving world of

water used.

shifting to find a new water source. This does not

pressure washing. Continued advances in hot

affect the performance or the amount of pressure

water pressure washers will make them an easy

pressure to remove dirt. However, unlike hot

the machines can deliver, with pressures of 350

choice for facility managers looking for one

water machines, they often also use a detergent

bar available. Mobile pressure washers offer both

machine to do a range of jobs.

for the most effective results. This is because

hot and cold water capabilities, making them

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Nilfisk launches Core Pressure Washer range NILFISK has introduced a new range to the UK market - the Nilfisk Core Pressure Washers. Recognised for its simple, clean and Scandinavian design combined with a black frame and blue body, the Nilfisk Core 140 and 140 IH pressure washers have been awarded a 2021 German Design Award and a 2021 Red Dot Design Award.

Ian Davies, consumer sales manager at Nilfisk, said: “The new Core Pressure Washers have been designed with the consumer in mind, and truly encompass Nilfisk’s commitment to creating high-quality tools that are built to last. Taking influence from our Scandinavian heritage with its award-winning simplistic design, the multi-purpose and powerful machines offer plenty of opportunities for our trading partners, and we are confident that the collection will be a fantastic success. It’s cleaning, made simple.”

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Effective removal of unsightly graffiti Daniel Took, head of professional product marketing at Kärcher UK, discusses how hot water pressure washers can tackle unwanted graffiti.

LOVE it or hate it, graffiti is increasingly an

all. Drying times are also reduced so that the

street cleaning teams who need to deal with

issue for many municipal bodies looking to

next steps can get underway more quickly.

large surface areas. The built-in water tanks

keep towns and cities clean. Thankfully, new

Water flow is an important factor when

and heaters mean that a fixed water or energy

advances in hot water pressure washers allow

it comes to selecting which high-pressure

source is not required to deliver first-class

for the efficient and effective removal of graffiti,

machine to use, as it is crucial for impact

pressure output.

helping to keep surfaces fresh.

pressure which aids the removal of the

The high pressure that can be delivered from professional pressure washers makes them a

When cleaning graffiti from exterior walls

dislodged dirt. Mobile pressure washers, such as

or pavements, spray must be delivered from

Karcher’s HDS 12/18-4s, are ideal for supporting

the pressure washer at the correct angle –

cost-effective solution in tackling graffiti. Easily

usually 25°. With attachments available for

attainable for most facility managers and

most pressure washers to help cleaning teams

municipal bodies, they offer high performance

maintain the correct angle, this ensures that

for a range of solutions. For graffiti removal they

the pressure connects with the surface in the

are particularly adept as the high pressure water

right place, helping to soften and remove the

hitting the surface helps to blast off any unwanted

graffiti effectively.

paint, returning building exteriors, fences, signs, and pavements to their former state.

Alongside this, maintaining the correct spray distance can go a long way in supporting efficient

The growing trend towards hot water

cleaning. The pressure will be delivered at up to

pressure washers makes use of the higher

350 bar, so it is important to hold the spray at the

temperature, helping to soften the dirt and

right distance to deliver the best results.

making lighter graffiti easier to remove. By

With graffiti becoming a prominent issue,

softening the dirt, hot water machines can

hot water pressure washers offer a highly

reduce cleaning time by up to 40%, whilst

efficient and cost-effective solution to this

requiring less cleaning agent to achieve the

ever-growing challenge.

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For light soiling, Taski Sprint Spitfire is

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but personalised service too. The Dry Ice Blaster

machine and vehicle maintenance which was

leaves no residues, such as spray or excess

IB 10/8 L2P ensures effective cleaning in shorter

not previously a reality due to the usual time-

water, which can leave unwanted streaks. Dry

periods and with fewer resources than before.”

consuming dry ice logistics, which are avoided

ice dissolves and returns to the atmosphere

with the IB 10/8 L2P.

as CO2 resulting in an immaculate finish.

manager at Air Liquide, added: “We are proud

No additional chemicals or spray agents are

to have partnered with Kärcher in order to

UK including its subsidiary, Energas, to provide

required for operation of the IB 10/8 L2P as

contribute to the delivery of such an industry-

the carbon dioxide liquid offtake cylinders

it uses only converted liquid CO2, making for

changing product. It is our aim to deliver

which work with a patented compressor unit

environmentally friendly cleaning.

innovative gas solutions and technologies to

Kärcher has partnered with Air Liquide in the

within the device to produce the dry ice pellets

Daniel Took, head of professional product

Samantha Hughes, marketing offer design

reduce environmental impact whilst improving

for an unlimited time. This unique method

marketing at Kärcher, said: “Our dry ice cleaner

efficiency and Kärcher’s new Dry Ice Blaster

eliminates the need for storage in refrigerated

is part of a technical revolution. Kärcher is

does just that.”

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The Cleaning Show returns to celebrate sector’s critical role… and look to the future THE global pandemic has seen cleaning and

Numatic, ICE, Karcher UK, MITIE, Nilfisk, and

hygiene practices become top priorities for

Killis. Attendees will have the opportunity

business owners and the public alike. Helping

to test and source new products from these

showcase the latest advances in cleaning

exhibitors, along with companies joining the

practices and technologies – and to celebrate

event for the first time, including Apex Supplies,

the critical role the sector continues to play in

Team Software and Wepa Professional.

managing COVID-19 - The Cleaning Show returns

With new and recently launched innovations on display, attendees can find the solutions

clients in manufacturing, transport and retail,

to help them meet the increasing demands

providing essential services and deploying

Council and Quartz Business Media – publisher

for heightened cleanliness and sanitation in a

industry leading technology to create safe and

of Cleaning & Maintenance magazine, the

post-pandemic future. For example, ICE, the

effective workspaces.

official media partner of the event. This year,

UK’s largest independent provider of cleaning

the event is set to attract more than 7000

equipment, will be on hand to showcase its

show is Wepa Professional which will showcase

senior cleaning professionals from across the

wide range of future friendly cleaning solutions.

its new Satino disinfection range. Offering

contract cleaning, FM, healthcare, hospitality,

Among its newly launched products, ICE will

premium solutions for hand hygiene in public

retail, and public services sectors - making it

show its new UV Bot - the latest in its cobotics

spaces, Satino by WEPA disinfection stands

the UK’s largest and most important event in

range designed to advance autonomous

offer touch-free sensor control, combined with

the cleaning and hygiene sectors. And, as the

cleaning through innovation. It enables the

quick installation and uncomplicated handling.

first event in the sector to take place since the

operator to add disinfectant and set tasks

Ideal for medium and high-frequency use, the

UK’s national lockdown was lifted, attendees

before the self-driving UV Bot begins its work.

range is ideal for a wide range of applications

will be able to connect, learn and discover new

It is complete with 3D obstacle avoidance and

in hotels, offices, production facilities, medical

products, services and suppliers at a critical

360° UV-C and ultrasonic dry mist disinfection.

practices, retail and more.

to ExCeL, London from 2-4 November 2021.

The show is organised by the British Cleaning

time as businesses across the UK prioritise

One of the largest specialist cleaning

Among the first-time exhibitors joining the

New to the 2021 event, attendees can

cleaning protocols to ensure returning staff and

providers in the UK, MITIE Cleaning Services

also find out more about floorcare without

customers remain safe.

will demonstrate the importance of clean, safe

compromise using Timberline Cleaning

environments for maintaining the productivity

Equipment, available exclusively in the UK

Preventative cleaning in a

and wellbeing of customers and employees.

through Apex Supplies. While TEAM Software

post-pandemic future

The award-winning company works across a

will highlight its leading software for security,

More than 60 leading cleaning suppliers

wide range of sectors including government and

cleaning and FM companies, designed to help

are already confirmed to exhibit, including

defence, healthcare and education, technical

manage the workforce and back office systems.

returning exhibitors such as Evans Vanodine,

services, business services, and private sector Lessons learned during the pandemic – the Cleaning Show Conference Reflecting on lessons learned during the global pandemic and celebrating the hard work and achievements of cleaning professionals across the UK, the Cleaning Show conference makes an eagerly awaited return. It will provide a platform for attendees to learn and discuss the latest developments, and the critical next steps for an industry on the frontline of public health and safety.

Neil Nixon, conference director and editor of C&M, said: “Enhancements in cleaning practices have not been limited to personnel and public perception during the pandemic - technological and process developments have also moved ahead at pace. The Cleaning

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Show 2021 Conference programme will provide a forum to present and discuss all these developments, and consider the critical next steps for an industry that has placed itself on the frontline of public health and safety delivery. In addition to the carefully curated programme, the Cleaning & Support Services Association (CSSA) will be hosting afternoon presentations and panel discussions within the conference theatre looking at topics including sustainability, smart building technologies and COVID-secure workplaces.”

Industry experts will come together to discuss a range of varied topics including how autonomous cleaning can support and enhance current cleaning practices, the importance of training and the role of apprenticeships, sustainability and more.

Highlights include Jamie Wright, managing director of Incentive QAS Ltd, who will delve into the critical role of the cleaning industry

faceted sector can work in cohesion to promote

key workers, and why the Real Living Wage

the importance of the essential services that it

matters now more than ever. With a record

provides to keep people safe.

number of organisations publicly signing

Elsewhere, Sebastian Bachelier,

up to the Living Wage Foundation and with

post-pandemic. He’ll address the importance of

programme manager and project lead for

a growth in demand for frontline workers

focusing on public safety as we emerge from the

recognised service providers at The Living

in cleaning, catering and security, they will

COVID-19 pandemic, and why an emphasis on

Wage Foundation, and Charlie Mowat,

provide food for thought on why now is the

the importance of frontline staff continues into

founder and CEO of The Clean Space, will

perfect time to champion the Real Living

the new normal. In this presentation, Jamie will

come together to discuss how cleaning has

Wage in employee contracts.

explore how the cleaning industry as a multi-

shifted from an invisible workforce to one of

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Continued from Page 25.

how to spot them’. As demand for cleaning and

Jim Melvin, chairman, British Cleaning

hygiene products, including hand sanitisers,

Council, said: “This past year has more than

the cleaning and hygiene sectors to public

gloves, soft tissue, and aprons, soared during

demonstrated the importance of the cleaning

safety, a dedicated session exploring the critical

the pandemic, unscrupulous traders were

and hygiene industry, which reacted and helped

role of the new All-Party Parliamentary Group

quick to make the most of the opportunity.

significantly and professionally in safeguarding

(AAPG) will also take place. Inaugurated earlier

They created businesses overnight, claiming

and protecting the public in order to ensure

this year and sponsored by the British Cleaning

expertise, knowledge and product excellence.

that the UK’s commercial and public spaces

Council, the group is one of the biggest and

The challenge for buyers is to differentiate

are safe. Continuing to spearhead innovation,

most credible APPGs to be established with a

between the unscrupulous but apparently

the industry has quickly adapted to all of the

large number of MPs and three members of the

credible companies and those trading ethically.

emerging challenges, and we are truly excited

House of Lords already members. It will ensure

In this presentation, Lorcan will use examples

to return to the ExCeL, London as the first

policymakers are aware of the vital work carried

of unscrupulous behaviour to help buyers

physical event for the sector to demonstrate our

out by cleaning operatives, offering support and

understand the challenges and learn the

collective collaboration in continuing to drive

promoting the importance of the industry to the

questions they need to ask to make sure they

the industry forward at such a critical time.”

wellbeing of people, health and safety, and the

get products that are fit for purpose.

Demonstrating the growing importance of

Stuart Dacre, event director, the Cleaning Show, added: “As the UK goes back to work, we

protection of the environment.

Demonstrating excellence – the CSSA

are delighted to connect the industry face-to-

the conference is environmental sustainability.

Innovation Showcase

face once again to network, learn and discover

As one of the biggest challenges facing

New for 2021, the Cleaning & Support Services

the UK’s largest and most important event

businesses in the cleaning industry, attendees

Association will be hosting its 2021 CSSA

in the cleaning and hygiene sector. We are

can join James Lee, council member of the

Innovation Showcase in a dedicated pavilion

delighted to announce the first details of our

Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association

at the event to highlight and celebrate the

best-in-class educational programme which

(CHSA), as he examines the association’s

industry’s most innovative cleaning products,

is set to welcome some of the biggest names

roadmap for sustainability, developed in

services and initiatives. Businesses and

in the industry to discuss the most pertinent

response to member feedback. The session will

organisations operating throughout the

topics facing cleaning professionals today.

take a look at the research, before outlining the

industry can enter their innovations via the

Plus, there are many more sessions, speakers

roadmap including its five key pillars: product,

CSSA website. Prior to the Cleaning Show, the

and exciting show features to announce in the

packaging, transportation, social value and

CSSA will hold an Innovator’s Pitch with a panel

coming months. It really will be an event that no

ethics, and corporate environmental impact.

of leading industry experts who will review and

cleaning professional can miss.”

Another big issue that will be explored during

Other highlights of the conference

interview all entrants and select those to be

Registration for the Cleaning Show 2021 is

programme include Lorcan Mekitarian, chair

exhibited at the Innovation Showcase itself. Visit

now open. To register today and find further

of the CHSA, delivering a session titled ‘Buyer

www.cssa-uk.co.uk for further information on

information on this year’s programme, please visit:

beware: the rise of unscrupulous traders …and

submitting an entry.

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Collaboration in ‘culture of hygiene’ research AS thousands of UK workers begin to return to the

fundamental change in people’s standards and

office environment there remains some anxiety

expectations for hygiene. We are hearing first-

from employers and employees alike about how

hand from our office sales team that employees

we continue to live with COVID-19 and the crucial

are keen to return to an office environment

role hygiene must play in the workplace

in both full time and hybrid capacities - but there is understandably still some nervousness

Pure Offices is partnering with anti-bacterial wipes manufacturer, Uniwipe, on an exclusive

around the virus. Desks are high-touch surfaces

research project to examine the ‘culture of

as are keypads, keyboards etc. They require

hygiene’ in offices in the post-pandemic era.

wiping down regularly with products that are

The research will look to explore theories that

designed to destroy viruses including SARSCov-2 and have at least a 60 second kill rate on

empowering individuals around the cleanliness of their own workspace could ultimately provide improved reassurance and boost productivity.

Pure Offices owns and manages space in 21

Katie Whell, operations director at Pure Offices, said: “Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic we have ensured we follow the

viruses and a 30 second kill rate on bacteria to be most effective.”

The ‘culture of hygiene’ research project aims

office locations across the UK providing flexible

government guidance and provide a safe

to discover if, by giving employees autonomy

office spaces for start-ups to global corporates

working environment for our customers.

and control of their own workspace cleanliness

alike. The research trial will initially run for three

Through this trial, we’re pleased to be able

- with accessible and easy-to-use cleaning

months in the Cheadle, Nottingham and Leeds

to offer another means of protection for our

products such as antibacterial wipes - this will

locations. The results and findings from the

customers and look forward to finding out

encourage workers back and as a consequence

project will be rolled out across Pure Offices

about the results of the research.”

boost productivity.

regional sites as well as being made available to Uniwipe’s office clients and distributors in the UK.

Edward Rabey, managing director of Uniwipe, said: “The pandemic created a

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The responsibility of freedom Dave Wheadon, CEO of the National Carpet Cleaners Association, shares his thoughts on maintaining professionalism and delivering exemplary customer service now that there are significant relaxations in COVID rules.

THE pandemic has been a long, hard road for all of us, especially for business. However, as restrictions have lifted, there is increasing positivity as the vaccination programme progresses and we emerge out of our enforced ‘hibernation’. There’s no doubt that we have been waiting patiently to socialise and open up our businesses fully without the prior constraints. However, I believe that for a great many of us, the natural instinct is still to err on the side of caution as we learn to live with COVID-19.

I happen to think there’s nothing wrong with being careful. The pandemic has been an unknown quantity for all of us because, not since the great Spanish flu epidemic in the early 20th century, have humans faced a situation like this.

In terms of cleaning businesses, they will be required to balance safety, customer service and effectiveness. While the government may have relaxed the rules, it does not mean that we all have to jump in feet first. Hygiene must remain a priority when it comes to managing COVID-19 in our personal and professional lives. The effects of strict cleaning regimes have made such

stipulate to our members at the NCCA, and it

creating distance between yourself and others

a positive health and safety impact during

is no less relevant.

– these are practices that will be part of our decision-making process for a while.

the crisis and continue to do so. We cannot ignore that contribution to our recovery.

Weighing up risk Customers may say that it isn’t necessary for

Working mindfully

Consideration and common sense

service providers to wear a mask on the job. I

I would support mindfulness among cleaning

A significant part of customer service means

think any technician must make that decision

industry professionals at every moment that

ensuring that the end user is comfortable

while considering the location, how many

they are delivering services to the public, as

with the service delivered. If that means

people there are around them, time spent

to whether they feel that their actions are safe

having a company policy that requires

on site, and even adequate ventilation. After

for themselves, and their clients. Even though

operatives to wear masks, then that is not

assessing these elements, they may feel it safe

restrictions have been removed, it should

such a bad thing. If you consider how many

enough to remove their masks, or conversely,

not mean that we absolve ourselves of all

jobs in a day a cleaning crew or technician

feel compelled to wear them.

responsibility to follow sound safety and hygiene

may have, it entails visiting different

Exercising caution should not be frowned

practices while managing COVID-19 in our lives.

premises and interacting with various

upon, neither should common sense. It’s

The virus hasn’t gone anywhere, it lives among

people. Therefore, keeping mask-wearing

wonderful that we have had full relaxation of

us and continues to infect us. Until it reaches a

on the radar makes common sense. As does

the rules, but I do believe that assessing our

low enough level to be of negligible risk in our

scrupulous cleaning of equipment between

immediate environment at any given time

society as a whole, I really consider caution to be

each job – technicians cannot be lax on

helps us decide what course of action to take.

a professional asset in these challenging times.

hygiene practice. This is something we

Whether that means putting on a mask, or

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Sanitising just got sophisticated

in just five minutes, has recently been launched.

With the hospitality, beauty and retail industries under pressure to recoup lost profits, the need for fast, seamless sanitisation has never been greater. The Vycel electrostatic sprayer utilises the latest technology to provide a quick, safe and cost effective way of protecting customers and staff from the

infections spread by viruses and bacteria - and ultimately protect businesses with the potential to thrive once again from looming health and financial threats.

The unit creates a fine mist that simultaneously disinfects surfaces and cleans the air it passes through. Lightweight, compact and battery powered, the Vycel sprayer delivers 1.6 billion particles of sanitising solution every minute and the builtin high-performance pump can project mist up to 2 metres across a room.

“With these industries contributing billions to the economy annually, it’s critical we help support operators that have been hit hard by the pandemic,” said Ken Park, CEO of Vycer. “Protecting clients and staff from viruses has never been more important to protect the safe and efficient operation of businesses.

We are proud to have developed the latest in technology, enabling venues to completely sanitise their premises for less than £3 per day using Vycel’s sophisticated technology.”

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HYDRO Systems has introduced DMx, a smart, durable and safe warewash dispenser that enhances food safety compliance in commercial kitchens and restaurants. Featuring secure data transmission via Hydro Connect, a cloud-based Internet of Things platform, DMx prevents unauthorised users from accessing the dispenser and provides valuable operational data to help the facility run more efficiently.

“At a time when cleanliness is more important than ever, foodservice establishments are looking for ways to enhance consumer confidence and visibility into their own operations,” said John Goetz, global product manager, Hydro Systems. “The DMx ensures food safety compliance with

Food safety enhanced with DMx warewash dispenser

temperature sensing capabilities inside the wash tank and rinse lines, as well as enhanced real-time reporting through Hydro Connect. This technology is the future in smart dosing and food safety for all types and sizes of kitchens.”

With Hydro Connect, DMx reduces the need for site visits and provides increased visibility of data on productivity, chemical usage and costs. It also features maintenance alarms to gently remind staff when it’s time to de-lime the dish machine, change the tank water or change a squeeze tube. This prevents damage to dish machinery, avoids rewashes and reduces the chance of unclean dishes reaching customers.

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Hygiene innovator welcomes school purifier trial

the government’s recent announcement to trial air purifiers utilising UV light in schools to combat COVID-19. The trials,

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spread of coronavirus in classrooms, are taking place

in 30 schools across Yorkshire. One of the purifiers being tested features UV light, the same bug-busting technology that is found in the Sterillo DUO hand dryer and Sterillo UNO air purifier.

Steve Levy, managing director of Sterillo, said: “UV light has been proven to kill harmful bacteria and viruses in the air, leaving a more sterile and sanitised airspace for those around. It is fantastic to see the government recognising the benefits of air purification, especially given COVID-19 transmission is predominately airborne. The classroom poses numerous challenges when it comes to hygiene, with children working and playing in close contact. However, we have every confidence that the technology will step up to the challenge and ensure a safe environment for both pupils and teachers. We know that UV light has the potential to be a game-changing solution, not just for schools but other settings too. These trials will showcase what this technology can achieve and provide much-needed reassurance about hygiene, as people return to normality post-lockdown.”

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The new polyester PET monofilament, sourced from Beira in Sri Lanka, is made from bottles, many of which are washed up on the beach, which are separated from their polypropylene caps, then the plastic cut up into small granules. Much of these plastic granules go for extrusion for premium brand trainer production, while the rest is extruded into brush monofilaments.

As well as the environmental benefits, Hillbrush claims that the wear properties of the PET monofilament are better than its coco counterpart, not only making it more durable, but retaining its brush sweeping characteristics too.

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