ICS Cleaning Specialist articles from October 2008

ICS Cleaning Specialist archives from October 2008

Separate the wheat from the chaff: that incessant buzzing you hear is the hype and hoopla surrounding the economy; oil prices; world affairs; the November election; Britney Spears' latest stint on the VMAs and any other number of distractions. Nonstop action, 24-7.(Editorial Comment)(Editorial)
October 1, 2008... While some of these issues will indeed impact your business and the manner in which it is conducted, it's important to remember that at the end of the day, a properly positioned business that provides a necessary service will weather the ups...

Finding profit in commercial cleaning.(To Your Success)(Viewpoint essay)
October 1, 2008... A wise man once said, "Pride and stubbornness are a deadly combination." (And no, he wasn't talking about me!) I notice these two unfortunate personality traits far too often in carpet cleaners. These poor folks stubbornly and proudly struggle...

Air movers: a necessity, not an option, for textile cleaning: an air mover is a portable control device that provides ventilation during cleaning and expedites the drying process when cleaning carpet and upholstery. Air movers are also used to reduce dry times in restorative drying situations.(For The Professional Textile Cleaner)
October 1, 2008... An air mover is a portable control device that provides ventilation during cleaning and expedites the drying process when cleaning carpet and upholstery. Air movers are also used to reduce dry times in restorative drying situations. The...

The remediators' dilemma.(Ieq: Q & A)(Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification)
October 1, 2008... Q: According to the IICRC Standards, when is pre-remediation sampling necessary? A: In order to answer that question, you need to make the distinction between mold and sewage damage remediation. Let's begin with mold remediation and...

Your 9-step marketing plan-step 1: almost anyone would agree that a marketing plan is essential to success in business, yet few small businesses actually have a detailed, focused, documented marketing plan.(Marketing Strategies That Work)
October 1, 2008... Due to working "in" the business instead of "on" the business, marketing becomes an afterthought. Marketing is usually reactive when it should be proactive. A carefully thought out marketing plan will help ensure you reach your goals. The...

FLIR systems.(Must see Products Gallery)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Are you looking for new technology to help boost efficiencies, save money and energy, and improve safety? Discover FLIR's new b-Series infrared cameras! The FLIR b60, b50, and b40 feature the latest infrared detector...

Masterclean products.(Must see Products Gallery)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PENGUIN's 12VDC-40PSI pump is powered by a battery with a long lasting charge. A full charge will dispense about 120 gallons. The RED LED charge indicator lets you know when to plug in the charger. PENGUIN's tank...

Tile & stone care by MasterBlend: MasterBlend, Inc.(Must see Products Gallery)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ceramic and natural stone tiles are a popular choice for residential and commercial interiors. Because of its lasting beauty and durability tile has many practical advantages over other materials. To care for tile...

Phoenix restoration equipment.(Must see Products Gallery)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Phoenix Centrifugal Air Mover Phoenix Centrifugal Air Mover Pro The NEW CAM and CAM Pro produce air velocities of 2700 fpm (high), while drawing UNDER 3 amps! Now place FOUR Phoenix CAM's on high on one 15-amp...

Prochem expands Rescue product line: Prochem.(Must see Products Gallery)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Chandler, AZ--Prochem, a Member of Karcher Floor Care. The popular Prochem Rescue product line was expanded to include One-Step Red Rescue. The one-part product eliminates the need to mix chemicals to get the job...

Revenue guarantee! Earn more today: Rotobrush.(Must see Products Gallery)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Provide an in-demand service--air duct cleaning--and increase revenue. Rotobrush [R] can help you add air duct cleaning to your residential or commercial business--quickly and easily. Take advantage of our new...

Multi-surface machine: Rotovac Corporation.(Must see Products Gallery)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rotovac's Rotovac 360 cleaning machine, which works with any portable or truckmount extractor, has two heads that clean carpet and tile. The Carpet head has 3 spray jets and 3 smooth-glide vacuum slots, while the...

IICRC S520 receives ANSI approval.(Industry News & Information)(American National Standards Institute)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... On August 7, the American National Standards Institute notified the IICRC Standards Committee of the approval of the IICRC S520 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation. The S520 is the second ANSI-approved IICRC standard,...

HydraMaster hires new account executive, regional sales manager.(Industry News & Information)(HydraMaster Corp.)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Nelia Viloria is the new account executive for HydraMaster. She has seven years' experience in the manufacturing field working with the water damage restoration and carpet cleaning industries, and "her ability to...

U.S. Products unveils new extended warranty program.(Industry News & Information)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... U.S. Products announces it is now extending product and equipment warranties on most all of its carpet extractors and cleaning equipment. According to Nick Wiebe, marketing manager for U.S. Products, the company's new extended warranty package...

Jon-Don showcasing dehumidifier repair center.(Industry News & Information)(Jon-Don Inc.)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Many suppliers offer limited dehumidifier repairs, but Jon-Don is "one of the few that is also refrigeration certified. We work on compressors and recharge units ourselves, and even perform preventative maintenance procedures," the company...

Massage Envy founder takes aim with Firestorm 24/7.(Industry News & Information)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... After building Massage Envy to a $300 million-a-year business, John Leonesio is turning his attention to Firestorm 24/7, a restoration and general contracting business. Leonesio partnered with Firestorm 24/7 President and CEO Jack Hanks...

Rainbow International of Loves Park franchise wins Franchisee of the Year Award.(Industry News & Information)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Rockford, Ill. area residents Austin and Lori Reisetter were recently awarded the "Rainbow Int'l Restoration and Cleaning Franchisee of the Year Award" during The Dwyer Group Annual Reunion June 25-28 in Grapevine, Texas. [ILLUSTRATION...

Rotobrush announces new Preferred Customer Program and Preferred Mart.(Industry News & Information)(Brief article)
October 1, 2008... Rotobrush announces its new Preferred Customer Program and Preferred Mart, further enhancing the company's focus on increasing customer success. "We designed the Preferred Customer Program to support our customers in a variety of ways,...

A dollar saved is a dollar earned, but a dollar earned is not a dollar saved? That's correct. A dollar earned isn't saved; it usually goes to pay expenses.(The Gadget Man)(Column)
October 1, 2008... You might ask, "Why is the guy who talks about gadgets giving us a money lecture today?" It's because, in times of high costs of doing business and a slower economy, there are some terrific accessories and concepts that can directly influence...

Conventions & trade shows.(Calendar of Industry Events)(Calendar)
October 1, 2008... NOV. 18-22 RIA Fall Conference Series Baltimore, MD. Call (800) 272-7012 FEB. 3-5 Surfaces 2009 Las Vegas. Call (972) 536-6463 FEB. 22-25 Insights 2009 Scottsdale, AZ. Call (877) 741-7469 FEB. 24-26 IAQA 12th Annual Meeting &...

Dresser Roots pumps provide lower noise levels, reduced vibration.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A new line of tri-lobe truck-mount vacuum pumps, redesigned to incorporate the latest technology for reduced noise and vibration, has been introduced by Dresser Roots. The ROOTS TRI-NADO TM vacuum pumps have an...

Microbloc puts mold on notice.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... Encapz mold encapsulants from Microbloc "are safe, green coatings designed for both Indoor Air Quality and Remediation/restoration professionals for use in all areas that are dark, humid and lack ventilation," the company said. "Tested to...

New Kaivac accessory adds versatility to No-Touch Cleaning System.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Kaivac introduces the Dry Vacuum, an accessory that "instantly transforms any No-Touch Cleaning System into a high-powered dry vacuum, eliminating the need to purchase or transport additional vacuum cleaners when...

CTI adds to EnvireX line.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CTI announces the second product in the new eco-friendly product line, EnvireX. PBS is a Plant Based Solvent "utilizing breakthrough chemistry to cut through grease and oil without the need of hazardous solvents. PBS...

Haviland now offering popular hose in larger diameter.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... Haviland Contoured Plastics now offers their most popular carpet cleaning hose, the I-Helix TM, in 2 1/2-inch diameter. This change "answers the call from the truckmount cleaning industry to help reduce cleaning time at each work site, while...

Butler introduces Maximum Multi-Surface Cleaner.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Butler's Maximum Multi-Surface Cleaner is "a concentrated formula that will dissolve most hard to remove soils, dirt, grime, oil, soot and grease on contact. Recommended for use on walls, appliances, countertops,...

New cordless backpack vacuum redefines versatility.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ProTeam introduces the cordless GoVac BP. The machine "promises to expand the ability to clean better and more discretely without relying on electrical outlets," the company said. The GoVac backpack boasts a...

HydraMaster offers MaxAir for max performance.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Both the CDS OverDrive 4.8 and 4.6 clutch drive systems from HydraMaster incorporate HydraMaster's new MaxAir recovery and separation technology. The technology "improves air performance, water separation, ease of...

Tuthill introduces Competitor Blowers for truckmounts.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Tuthill's "quiet, powerful, labor saving, yet competitively priced, Competitor Plus blowers are available with superior features usually found only on premium blowers including superior performance--ideal for...

Tornado Vacuum takes on all comers.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... Tornado's all-new BR 13/1 MW Green not only cleans hard surface fl oors, but carpets as well. Using the encapsulation method, cylindrical brushes "actually 'lift' soils away, leaving them healthier and looking great," the company said. The...

SodaBlast Systems offers a new option for industrial cleaning.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SodaBlast Systems introduces the Blast Cabinet and Mobile SodaBlaster--affordable options for any-size cleaning requirement. This system is a non-abrasive cleaning and coating removal method, which can be safely used...

HydraMaster introduces the Titan.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HydraMaster introduces the Titan 875. A 61-hp GM Vortec 1.6 liter, fuelinjected engine gives it muscle. Tuthill's 5009 tri-lobe blower generates 700-800 CFM. The Titan has three cleaning speeds and can run three...

Two U.S. Products' cleaning agents now green certified.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Two cleaning agents recently introduced by U.S. Products as part of their new Professional Series line of cleaning chemicals for carpet, upholstery, and hard-surface floors have been green certified by multiple...

New kit protects and organizes key tools, equips restoration techs.(Products Tools & Equipment)
October 1, 2008... Dri-Eaz Products has released the new GE Protimeter Technician's Kit of professional-grade moisture detection instruments for restoration technicians. The Technician's Kit includes three essential tools in one rugged case: the Psyclone...

Financing the IICRC: many people inquire about how the IICRC spends "registrant" fees. They are under the impression that one person has total control over the finances. That's just not so.(IICRC President's Corner)(Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification)
October 1, 2008... The IICRC Technical Advisory and Standing Committee chairs submit their proposed budgets for the coming year to IICRC Treasurer Ed Hobbs by July 4. He, in turn, faces the daunting task of trying to "crunch the numbers" with the help of the...