ICS Cleaning Specialist articles from October 2003

ICS Cleaning Specialist archives from October 2003

Having your cake and eating it too: a trade show is like a dessert cart. Delightful goodies roll by one after the other, carefully crafted enticements from which you cannot tear your eyes.(Editorial Comment)
October 1, 2003... No restaurant survives on dessert carts alone. The meat and potatoes of any successful convention are the seminars, the educational programs and the networking opportunities. But when the doors open and the eye candy is unwrapped at the right...

Seeking first to understand.(To Your Success; customer complaint)
October 1, 2003... Road rage. Work-place massacres. Marital fights escalating to violence. Many feel that our society is descending into an emotional pressure cooker filled with suspicion, fear and, all too often, outright hostility. My guess is you have seen...

Putting carpet cleaning basics to work: for more than 10 years we have been looking at carpet cleaning basics. Perhaps now is the time to look at making money from what we have learned by understanding who will be writing the check.(Carpet Cleaning Basics)
October 1, 2003... To market cleaning services most effectively, it will be helpful to identify the demographics of current carpet-cleaning service users. A recent research study funded by the Institute for Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification has...

Growing in the resilient maintenance business: resilient floor coverings constitute a significant amount of total floor coverings sold, and are installed in many different environments. As a matter of fact, they may be found almost anywhere.(Hard Floor Maintenance Opportunities)
October 1, 2003... Classifications in the category are linoleum, cork, rubber, vinyl products (sheet vinyl, VCT, VAT, VET and solid vinyl luxury tile), asphalt tile and non-vinyl (chlorine-free) luxury tile. The individual classifications are different in...

ISSA/Interclean USA Navigator Show Guide.
October 1, 2003... Welcome to the ISSA/Interclean USA Navigator Show Guide, the sting program developed by ICS and CFC magazines to help ISSA/Interclean attendees plans their show experience and reach their maximum potential. ISSA/Interclean-USA, held this...

Tornado.(Product & Literature Guide)
October 1, 2003... The new Tornado single motor upright vacuum is the most distinctive unit in its class. With a lightweight ergonomic handle, true HEPA filter as standard, brush-assisted movement, on-board tools, quiet operation, and a fleece filter bag as...

D.W. Davies.(Product & Literature Guide)
October 1, 2003... Davies "DC-99" is a Concentrated, Heavy-Duty, All-Purpose Cleaner/Degreaser/Wax Stripper that Penetrates, Dissolves and Emulsifies all types of soil. "DC-99" is non-toxic, non-flammable, and non-corrosive and is safe for use on virtually all...

CleanMaster.(Product & Literature Guide)
October 1, 2003... CleanMaster has redefined escalator cleaning with its innovative TreadMaster escalator step cleaning machine. For over 20 years, TreadMaster has been the maintenance recommendation by escalator manufacturers worldwide. This self-contained...

Hydrotechnologies.(Product & Literature Guide)
October 1, 2003... The new, easy slide back panel design on HydroTech's HT-1500 adjustable 200-1500 psi portable extractor unit for Hard Surface Cleaning and Restorations makes servicing and inspections a breeze! This easy access design means no hassles...

Advance.(Product & Literature Guide)
October 1, 2003... The AquaRide SE is the industry's first rider sweeper/extractor. It is designed to eliminate vacuuming before extracting by sweeping and extracting in one pass--all while the operator is riding. With a 28" (71 cm) cleaning path mid large...

Euroclean[R] Hip Vac[TM] makes vacuuming easy!(Product & Literature Guide)
October 1, 2003... Eurocleans recolutionary Hip VacTM is designed for operator comfort and superior productivity. No more dragging, pushing and wasting time maneuvering around obstacles when using the Hip Vac. The Hip Vac can increase productivity by up to 74...

Rotovac.(Product & Literature Guide)
October 1, 2003... The Rotovac Powerwand for carpet cleaning replaces the manual scrub wand and can be used with any portable extractor or truck mount. The cleaning heads counter-rotate to produce 1.500 multi-directional extraction cleaning passes per minute. The...

Kleenrite Equipment.(Product & Literature Guide)
October 1, 2003... Kleenrite Equipment is proud to announce the new Sphere. This small, portable unit is excellent for cleaning upholstery, automobiles, office partitions and small areas of carpeting. Available in 60 or 100 psi, single 2-stage or 3-stage vacuum...

Steam Way improves spotter performance.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2003... Steam Way International has released a new, improved version of its "CGS" Spotter, a citrus gel spotter the company says improves on the original's gum-removal effectiveness while being easier to remove with subsequent extraction and rinsing....

New company, products enter market.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2003... HPC Cleaning Innovation, responsible for the Fas-Trak floor finish application systems, introduces the Lavor line of products. HPC has partnered with Lavor, a manufacturer of cleaning Systems and floor machines. The company's product range...

Bridgepoint offers new protector.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2003... Bridgepoint Systems introduces Maxim HE a water-based fluorochemical protector. It combines the latest stain-resistant technology with Bridgepoint's fiber-protection expertise, the company said. Maxim HF works exactly like regular Maxim,...

Bridgepoint sets the Precedent.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2003... Bridgepoint Systems introduces Precedent, a water based protector for carpet and upholstery. It offers "the highest level of protection available for both carpet and upholstery that are water-safe," the company says. Precedent repels...

Butler publishes brochure for cleaning system.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2003... The Butler Corp. has published a full-color, 88-page brochure showcasing The Butler System, the company's carpet- and fabric-cleaning machine. The brochure details specifics concerning The Butler System, and contains a variety of...

S. Morantz unveils 2-in-1 System.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2003... S. Morantz Inc. introduces the 2-in-1 System, a new addition to the Morantz Ultrasonic Cleaning System line. The system consists of two different size portable tanks which allow for the cleaning of various sized and diversified items,...

Clarke gives encore to uncommon performance.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Clarke, a division of Alto, introduces the midsize Encore 30 scrubber, blending "the latest technology with design simplicity," according to the company, to produce a walk-behind scrubber for use in schools, hospitals, "super stores,"...

Company offering OSHA program for bio-trauma.(Products)
October 1, 2003... The Wisconsin BioTrauma Unit is making available a complete OSHA Compliance Program for the bio-trauma industry. The program includes a safety and health plan; exposure control plan; hazard communication plan; emergent preparedness plan;...

Magic Wand rolls out the Stingray.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Magic Wand Co. introduces the Stingray, an all stainless-steel hard surface cleaner designed to clean most hard surfaces, including natural stone. The patent-pending cleaner features a brush with a rear vacuum system that allows it to reach...

BlueLINE crowns the CHAMP.(Products)
October 1, 2003... BlueLINE Equipment Co. introduces the CHAMP truckmount featuring the Heat Guard Bypass system, 3CP 1120 CAT Pump with 4.2 gpm and a 20-hp Koehler Command engine. Circle 186 on the Reader Inquiry Card. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Nilodor unleashes the power of peroxide.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Nilodor Inc. introduces H202 Oxy-Force, a hydrogen peroxide-based product containing cirrus oils that the company describes as "a safe alternative to harsh cleaners and spotters." Oxy-Force is available in a 4-gallon kit that includes a...

White Magic salutes The Commander.(Products)
October 1, 2003... White Magic introduces The Commander H.O. to its line of signature series slide-in systems. The Commander H.O. features HeatSmart technology engineered with a bypass-less heat exchange systems. The unit has a 27-hp Kohler engine, Cat 5cp...

Dry Air offers new drying solution.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Dry Air Technology introduces the Max Force air mover. Originally designed for commercial contractors, the UL-approved Max Force is finding a home in residential applications as well, the company said. The Max Force provides more airflow...

Kaivac releases auto-scrubber alternative.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Kaivac Inc. introduces the KaiAuto, the latest addition to the company's "No-Touch Cleaning" line of all-purpose systems. The KaiAuto is a wide-area squeegee designed to work with a No-Touch Cleaning system to clean floors. The KaiAuto is...

U.S. Products reaches the Oasis.(Products)
October 1, 2003... U.S. Products introduces the Oasis-Plus Ozone Generator. The Oasis-Plus has no plates or UV tubes to maintain, features 2.65 grams per hour/ 7.95 ppm output, and has a 30-hour programmable timer. A new transformer handles harsh electrical...

Turboteck glides down the aisle.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Turboteck Supplies introduces the new Teflon Superglide and Ultraglide glides for wands. Designed to fit on both new and existing wands, the new glides "cut the resistance to pushing a wand by as much as 80 percent," the company said. The...

Confined, cluttered cleaning gets hip.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Euroclean introduces the Hip Vac vacuuming, designed to make cleaning confined and cluttered areas easier to clean. The powerful motor and lightweight design "increase productivity by up to 74 percent," according to Euroclean. The Hip...

Prochem comes to the rescue.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Prochem introduces new Stain Rescue, a two-part stain removal system for difficult-to-remove discoloration stains on carpet and water-cleanable upholstery. Stain Rescue ensures maximum color removal on juice, coffee, tea and other...

Eureka introduces Sanitaire floor machines.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Eureka introduces the Sanitaire Floor Machines, eight models that offer chrome-plated cast steel housings, a choice of 1.0- or 1.5-hp twin capacitor motors, either a twin- or a triple-idler planetary gearbox, and two speed choices. ...

HydroTech lends a hand.(Products)
October 1, 2003... HydroTech introduces the HT-120SM hand tool for hard-to-access areas, vertical surfaces, commercial kitchens, countertops and more: The HT-120SM is designed for use in conjunction with the HT-1500 psi portable extractor. The HT-120SM is...

Butler offers in-line recovery system.(Products)
October 1, 2003... The Butler Corp. offers an in-line recovery system designed to filter debris prior to any recovered water entering the recovery tank. The in-line filter is designed for use with any Butler System, or any truckmount system equipped with a 2- or...

S. Morantz introduces Li'l Bubba.(Products)
October 1, 2003... S. Morantz Inc.'s Morantz Li'l Bubba is an ultrasonic cleaning system designed for cleaning all types of items, the company said, including parts, electronics mad electrical appliances. The inside-tank dimensions are 36"x20"x18". The Li'l...

Hydro-Force introduces battery-powered sprayer.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Hydro-Force introduces the Battery Pak Sprayer, a high-performance electric sprayer operated by a heavy-duty DeWalt 12-volt rechargeable battery and featuring full-size Flojet 50-psi pump. A new addition to the design reinforces the extended...

Link loads up with new ramps.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Link Manufacturing Ltd announces a new line of portable, lightweight aluminum loading ramps. The new line, Model LWS40, ranges in widths from 12 inches to 36 inches, and come in lengths of up to 12 feet. Circle 192 on the Reader Inquiry Card....

Advance Advenger goes for soft floors.(Products)
October 1, 2003... For soft floors, the Advance Advenger offers the AquaRide SE, what the company describes as the "first-ever multi-tasking rider carpet sweeper/extractor." The AquaRide SE is designed to replace two tasks with one and increase productivity time,...

Calendar of industry events.(Brief Article)(Calendar)
October 1, 2003... Conventions & Trade Shows OCT. 14-17: ISSA/INTERCLEAN--USA 2003 Chicago. Call (800) 225-4772. JAN. 28-30: SURFACES 2004, Las Vegas. Call (972) 536-6343. MARCH 9-13: "SOLUTIONS" ASCR 59TH ANNUAL CONVENTION & EXHIBITION. Colorado...

Dri-Eaz takes hardwood to the mat.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Dri-Eaz announces the release of its new Rescue Mat System, a new approach to drying water-damaged hardwood floors. The system works in conjunction with a high-pressure blower to vacuum water vapor out of wet hardwoods. There is one hose...

Quattro forces out odor.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Quattro Brands introduces ForceOut Odor Eliminator an odorless, non-toxic formula available in 4- and 16-ounce sprays with 32-ounce refills in most markets, as well as industrial-sized 32-ounce sprays and 1-gallon refills. "ForceOut does...

DuPont announces improved carpet protector.(Products)
October 1, 2003... DuPont Chemical Solutions Enterprises introduced its newest carpet protection formulation at the Connections 2003 Trade Show and Exhibition in Las Vegas, Oct. 2-4. Improved Teflon Advanced Carpet Protector features enhanced oil repellency...

Franmar's alternative products gaining attention.(Products)
October 1, 2003... Franmar Chemical introduces its newly designed Emerge All Purpose Cleaner, a low odor, non-butyl cleaner that contains no glycol ethers. Emerge will be on display at the ISSA/Interclean show in Chicago, Oct. 14-17. Franmar will also show...

Selecting a business attorney.
October 1, 2003... Whether you are facing litigation or imply in need of some advice regarding incorporation or a contact proposal, selecting a competent attorney is the first step toward achieving a successful outcome. In going about selecting an attorney,...

I'd do anything but vacuum: you have probably heard the phrase before. But would you believe that the majority of carpet cleaners have a propensity to avoid vacuuming?(Focus on Chemicals)
October 1, 2003... Vacuuming is one of the most important pre-cleaning treatments carpeting can get. In real estate it's "Location, location, location." For carpet cleaning, it's "Vacuum, vacuum, vacuum." We all know about how bad the air can be outside,...

How rude: service with a snarl is a way of life for many in the trades.
October 1, 2003... A small Middle Eastern restaurant in my community recently closed down. My wife and I were sorry to see it go. We enjoyed its distinctive cuisine and takeout service. But we could see it coming. In fact, we saw it the first day we...

Making good business decisions: business owners and managers are constantly asked to make decisions. Some decisions are simple and the correct answer is obvious, while others can be very complex and the answer is anything but clear.(Building a Profitable Business)
October 1, 2003... Where a business is involved, these decisions will generally involve financial issues, sometimes directly and sometimes indirectly. The first step in making a good business decision is to ask if the issue at hand will in some way either...

HEPA vs. high-efficiency vacuums: High Efficiency Particulate Air, or HEPA, vacuums are constantly being singled out as a must-have for the carpet-cleaning professional.(IEQ Q&A)
October 1, 2003... But with the growing number of vacuum cleaner makes and models on the market today, it becomes increasingly important to understand just what a HEPA vacuum cleaner is. Q: What is the difference between a "high-efficiency" vacuum cleaner...

Vacuum cleaners: what's important ... and what's not.
October 1, 2003... When it comes to commercial vacuum some seemingly meaningless features may end up being very important. Conversely, some features that may seem really special at first may end up not having much value after all. One of the most important...

Water Out cleans up at James Madison.(Industry News & Information; University)
October 1, 2003... Water Out made quick work of restoring three dormitories at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Va.

IICRC launches firm registration drive.(Industry News & Information; Institute for Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification )(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Institute for Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification has launched a firm-registration drive to boost organizational growth and to ensure that the industries' cleaning and restoration firms are aware of their entitled benefits as...

Namco announces warehouse grand opening.(Industry News & Information; Namco Manufacturing, Inc)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Namco Manufacturing, Inc. hosted a grand opening for its new location at 1651 Blalock Road in Houston. Then new facility consists of a 3,000-square-foot showroom and a 30,000-square-foot warehouse located on three areas, providing the company...

CTI holds education and product update.(Industry News & Information)
October 1, 2003... CTI marketing representatives recently flew to the company's new corporate headquarters in Rancho Cordova, Calif. for their annual education and product update. Ruth Travis, Craig Jasper, Don Snider, Darrell Fronczek and Raymond Gould made the...

Tornado Industries launches redesigned Web site.(Industry News & Information)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Tornado Industries recently launched its new Web sire at www.tornadovac.com to help facility service providers find cleaning and product solutions for a variety of floor--and building-care solutions. The new site includes an "Automatic...

Rotobrush graduates 500th student.(News)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Rotobrush/AIRQC recently graduated its 500th student from its certified air duct cleaning program. Clay Bierdemann of Wuich Mechanical Services in Hunley Ill., attended training Aug. 8. Rotobrush is located in Grapevine, Texas.

Water Loss Institute moves ahead of the curve.(News)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Water Loss Institute will hold its 8th Annual Conference and Exposition, "Ahead of the Curve," in Scottsdale, AZ, Nov. 13-15. An estimated 225 restorers of residential and commercial property damaged by water and sewage will hear many of...

ASCR's new menu: HAZWOPER, hold the fries.(News; Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration; hazardous waste operations)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration has announced a new slate of environmental courses that it will be offering. The courses fall into four areas: mold, hazardous waste operations and emergency response (HAZWOPER), indoor...

HydraMaster says tests confirm drying claims.(News)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Recent tests conducted by an independent testing facility reveal that HydraMaster's Rotary DriMaster Power Tool leaves 85 percent less moisture in carpets after cleaning than a standard two-jet scrub wand, according to HydraMaster. The...

Cleanco announces additions to distributor network.(News)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Cleanco announces the addition of six new distributors to its growing network of professional supplier to the cleaning industry. The new distributors are: Tony Lima, Central California Cleaning Supplies in Fresno and Bakersfield, Calif.;...

When good jobs go bad: we've all had them, those memorable days that start out so promising but can't end soon enough.(Notes from the Trenches)
October 1, 2003... The weather is perfect, the schedule booked full with three large jobs for preferred repeat clients. What more could one ask for? Well, certainly not the recent chain of events my tech and I endured on such a day this past spring. I pride...

Farewell from the president: this will be my final President's Corner. It sometimes seems I have only been president for a short time, but like the saying goes, "time flies when you're having fun.".(IICRC President's Corner; Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification)
October 1, 2003... I have been president now for three years, and have written more than 30 articles! I have always said that the first and last articles would be the easiest. The first was easy, an introduction of myself as the new president of IICRC and my...