Are Disinfectants Failing Us Just When We Need Them the Most?

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We need effective disinfectants now more than ever. As this graph indicates, the number of COVID-19 cases in the United States dropped significantly in June 2020. This led many to believe the COVID crisis was behind us, and life could resume as before. However, July had some unfortunate surprises, and we have had even more…

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Cleaning Success: Color-Coding

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With recent health-risk events occurring in society and on a global scale, cleaning has become a highly valued priority for all facilities. Proper cleaning, for the most part, requires proper chemicals, procedures and technique. However, it also requires proper preparation. A great way to prepare for successful cleaning is through color-coding. Color-coding is the act…

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Vacuum Care 101

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Taking good care of your equipment is essential in ensuring that continuous and uninterrupted cleaning occurs in your environment. Whether it be something as simple as changing filters or something as complicated as mechanical repair – happy equipment equals happy cleaning. For this particular post, you will learn easy steps that, when followed, will lead…

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Chemical Safety: Disinfectants

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Disinfectant chemicals are almost always supplied in concentrated form.  If they are RTU (Ready to Use) they will state NOT to dilute but use as is.  Concentrated disinfectants must be correctly diluted with water to create a germ-killing solution with the proper strength based on required dwell/contact time.  Note that most disinfectants will be packaged…

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