ISSA Announces 2026 International Cleaning Week Scheduled For March 22-28

ISSA, the association for cleaning and facility solutions, has announced the return of International Cleaning Week (ICW), taking place March 22-28, 2026. This weeklong event honors the vital work of cleaning professionals, advances industry advocacy, and recognizes exemplary organizations and teams through a series of signature celebrations, including the second annual Spotless Spaces Competition and the first-ever ICW Awards Dinner in…

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JaniJobs Releases Its 2026 Cleaning Labor Outlook

JaniJobs, a new online marketplace that connects cleaning professionals with organizations and individuals who need cleaning services, has released its 2026 Cleaning Labor Outlook, highlighting key trends that will define workforce supply, demand and expectations in the coming year. “With fewer workers available and higher client demands, cleaning is no longer just an hourly job,…

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From Waterless Co., Inc.: Raising A Glass To Beer Made From Recycled Water

A San Francisco firm, Epic Cleantec (Epic), is introducing two consumer beers: Shower Hour OPA and Laundry Club Kölsch, made from highly purified recycled water taken from the showers and laundries of commercial buildings. The two beers, created in partnership with Devils Canyon Brewing Company of San Carlos, CA, mark the first “wide release” of…

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From SC Johnson Professional: New Hand Hygiene System Introduces An Evidence-Based Method For Validating Compliance

SC Johnson Professional has announced the latest addition to its Alcare® product line, Alcare® Extra with OPTIDOSE™. Designed to take the guesswork out of compliance for hospitals and infection prevention teams, this extension to its hand hygiene portfolio delivers a clinically proven dose of hand sanitizer with every use — introducing a consistent, evidence-based approach to…

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From Kimberly-Clark Professional™: New Thrive™ Program Helps Businesses Keep Waste Out Of Landfills

Kimberly-Clark Professional™ has launched its Thrive™ sustainability service that helps businesses reduce waste, track lifecycle progress and make a measurable environmental impact. “Core to the service is a first-of-its-kind program(2) that helps customers in North America upgrade their restrooms while diverting used qualifying dispensers(1) from landfills,” according to a press release. “Kimberly-Clark Professional set out to…

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The Bullen Companies Introduces One Up Alka-Klear

The Bullen Companies has announced the release of One Up Alka-Klear — a bio-based, citric acid neutralizer that makes removing alkaline residues fast, easy, and effective. “Alka-Klear restores pH balance, improves surface appearance, and saves serious time on the job,” according to a press release. “Whether you’re prepping floors for finish or fixing carpet browning,…

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Nilfisk Launches VP25 Robotic Vacuum For The Professional Cleaning Market

Nilfisk, a global leader in professional cleaning solutions, announced the launch of the Nilfisk VP25, a versatile industrial-grade robotic vacuum that ensures smart, consistent cleaning at the push of a button. The VP25 was created to efficiently vacuum open, high-traffic areas, making it ideal for use in office spaces, the hospitality sector and in retail.…

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Editor’s Page

There is a common saying in life: “The more things change, the more they stay the same.” That adage can be viewed as either a positive or negative statement. When involving the global cleaning industry, however, I often feel it is a positive declaration. Case in point is the jan/san distributorship featured in this issue…

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Advice Distributors Can Share: Hiring And Retaining Top Talent In The Cleaning Industry

By Archie Heinl, President, Janitorial Manager The cleaning industry is one of the largest employers globally1, but with this scale comes exceptionally high turnover rates, particularly in the commercial cleaning sector. Thus, finding and keeping skilled, reliable employees is an ongoing challenge. High turnover, unpredictable schedules and higher expectations from workers make staffing a persistent…

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