ICS Cleaning Specialist articles from September 2008

ICS Cleaning Specialist archives from September 2008

In job we trust.(Editorial Comment)(Editorial)
September 1, 2008... Haven't found the meaning yet, but I did put my old DustBuster in a box that once held an oscillating fan and labeled it "All We Are is Dust in the Wind." Christie's hasn't returned my calls yet, but I've got my fingers crossed. Until...

Mastering the up-sell.(To Your Success)
September 1, 2008... "The fact is, everyone is in sales. Whatever area you work in, you need to sell."--Jay Abraham Sell. Odd how such a seemingly innocuous four-letter word can strike terror in the heart of even the most grizzled carpet cleaning-company...

Drying mixology.(product introduction of LGR Dehumidifiers)
September 1, 2008... Drying strategies, equipment and techniques have evolved dramatically over the years. Unfortunately there still is not a perfect drying system for all conditions. Of course, there are perfect conditions for some drying systems, but in a...

Wind-driven rainwater.(Rx for Restoration)
September 1, 2008... For some 30 years now, I have owned property on a beach on the Florida gulf coast. I have dealt with varying weather conditions affecting that property, including three mandatory evacuations before hurricanes. I have also engaged in wind- and...

MasterBlend.(Products Gallery)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MasterBlend proudly announces the launch of their new Tile & Stone Care Line.: * Tile Cleaner * Tile Neutral Clean & Rinse * Tile Restore * All-In-One * Tile Aqua * Tile Ultimate ...

Butler Corporation.(Products Gallery)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] TRADE-IN OR CA$H-IN Used Butler Systems Wanted Factory Direct Buy-Back Regardless of age, machine hours, van mileage or condition The Butler Corporation offers an exclusive program to provide customers with...

Masterclean products.(Products Gallery)
September 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...

Phoenix Restoration Equipment.(Products Gallery)
September 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...

Prochem.(Products Gallery)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Prochem's online shopping site showcases its line of industry leading cleaning chemicals. The site utilizes 'PayFlo Pro' and VeriSign for processing credit card transactions. Data is hosted in a high-security, fully...

Tri-Plex Technical Services.(Products Gallery)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Tri-Plex Technical Services has been dedicated to providing superior chemical solutions since 1986. Connections Show Specials: Carpet Protectant: Anti-Stain / Anti-Resoiling / Anti-Wicking Technology....

It's easier to seek forgiveness than permission--or is it?(The Gadget Man)
September 1, 2008... Have you ever been caught in a situation where your lack of a proper pre-inspection caused you to seek forgiveness and make excuses? Maybe a situation like this? I'm cleaning and out of nowhere a yellowish-greenish stain appears,...

The importance of pre-vacuuming: pre-vacuuming is critical in order to provide our valued clients with carpet that is truly clean and healthy. Professional textile cleaners recognize that the cleaning process must improve the appearance of the carpet in addition to leaving the carpet in the healthiest state possible.(For The Professional Textile Cleaner)
September 1, 2008... Textile cleaners who are successful in today's environmentally conscious market strive to reach a higher ethical standard when it comes to the word "clean." No longer is providing an exceptional cleaning experience good enough; the cleaning...

When is dry really dry?(IEQ Q&A)
September 1, 2008... Q: I recently restored a water-damaged carpet that later had a musty odor. The building owner had me clean it again and the odor came back after a couple of days. I thought that molds couldn't grow if the carpet was dry. What else could be...

Behold the TITAN[TM], the New King of Truckmounts.(Product of the Month)
September 1, 2008... HydraMaster will premiere their latest high-performance truckmount model, the Titan[TM] 875, at the Connections Conference and Trade Show in Las Vegas. With its 61 hp GM Vortec[TM] 1.6 liter, fuel-injected engine, the Titan is a powerful,...

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

Matrix Fresh Family deodorizers unveils Melon Mist.(Products: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2008... The chemists at Matrix have developed "a light, natural, cheerful aroma that your customers and your employees will enjoy--Melon Mist." Melon Mist is the newest addition to the Matrix Fresh Family of carpet deodorizers. It's "perfect for...

Butler takes on traffic lanes.(Products: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Butler's Maximum Traffic Lane Cleaner is "a concentrated blend of selected surfactants, builders, softeners and solvents for quicker soil removal and improved cleaning results. It works to emulsify soils and suspend...

Take advantage of the Advantage Series.(Products: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] U.S. Products introduces the Advantage Series of carpet extractors/hard surface cleaners. The series includes four models: the Advantage 100; 200; 400; and 1200. All models have instant 212 degree Fahrenheit...

Delmhorst meters help target moisture.(Products: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2008... Homes and offices affected by severe storms and flooding often have damage throughout the entire structure. To keep track of such demanding restoration efforts, Delmhorst offers the Navigator Pro, which stores moisture content data the way you...

Rest Assured, your information is at your fingertips.(Products: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2008... Assured Software's Complete is built using the most current technology (SQL server, C#,.NET) and will be sold in modules designed to meet the needs of the different employee roles. The company will be introducing its first product designed...

Esteam E33 Airmovers.(Products: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Esteam's new E33 Airmover is a 3-speed, 1/3-HP airmover that produces 2,200 CFM at high speed. The new design is stackable and has multi-directional airflow capabilities for when drying time is crucial, the company...

New shelving line from John's Custom Machine.(Products: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] John's Custom Machine introduces its new shelving line, manufactured from a special composite material formulated for the company. The company says the shelves are stronger; half the weight of stainless;...

Butler presents truckmount detergent.(Products: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Butler's Maximum Truckmount Detergent is "an exclusive formulation of surfactants, alkaline builders, foam controlling agents, corrosion inhibitors and deodorants for use as a primary rinse or 'flushing' agent for...

Pro's Choice goes beyond green.(Products: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pro's Choice announces the release of their environmentally friendly line of products, EnvireX. The first featured product in the EnvireX line is Pro Spray, a plant-based pre-spray that contains no VOCs, butyl's,...

Fluke accessories catalog lists hundreds of add-ons.(Products: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2008... Fluke Corp. has released a new catalog of accessories that "vastly expands the functionality and value of Fluke test tools," the company said. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Fluke accessories can turn a Fluke digital multimeter into a...

SodaBlast Systems offers a new option for industrial cleaning.(Products: Tools & Equipment)
September 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...

Adgility vac ergonomically designed for productivity.(Products: Tools & Equipments)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The lightweight Adgility XP backpack vacuums from Advance offer new levels of comfort, quiet, productivity and affordability for multi-surface cleaning in close quarters. The Adgility XP features an ergonomically...

Gardner Denver launches Dual Splash Lubrication.(Products: Tools & Equipments)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Gardner Denver, recognized for nearly 150 years of design innovation and manufacturing technology, is "redefining PD Blower innovation with the expansion to the Sutorbilt Legend PD Industrial blower and vacuum pump...

Sporicidin's disinfecting solutions and towelettes.(Products: Tools & Equipments)
September 1, 2008... Sporicidin Disinfection Solutions and Towelettes are broad-spectrum disinfectant products that are EPA, OSHA, and FDA compliant. The products are registered in all 50 states and U.S. territories. Sporicidin Disinfectants are bactericidal,...

Stripping and refinishing: the last resort: every floor has a maintenance life cycle comprising initial maintenance, daily/routine maintenance, periodic maintenance and restorative maintenance.(Hard Floor Maintenance Opportunities)
September 1, 2008... Many maintenance programs include the use of aqueous (waterbased) seals and finishes or seal/ finishes. When continually exposed to dirt, grit and sand, the floor finish is scraped away almost imperceptibly. Without floor maintenance, the...

Recession-resistant marketing revisited: last December we took a look at recession-resistant marketing. Things being what they are these days, I thought it prudent to take another look at some of the things you can do to help stabilize your business and insulated it against recessionary influences.(Marketing Strategies That Work)
September 1, 2008... The first key to steady sales in slow times is to take action before it actually gets slow. I know this doesn't help much if your sales have already dropped, but if you are going to stay in business, you need to head off future slumps now. I am...

Calendar of industry events: Conventions & Trade Shows.(Calendar)
September 1, 2008... SEPT. 8-11 ISSA/Interclean N. Am. 2008 Las Vegas. Call (800) 225-4772 SEPT. 23-26 Connections Convention and Trade Show Las Vegas. Call (888) 881-1001 Nov. 18-22 RIA Fall Conference Series Baltimore, Md. Call (800)...

IICRC operations--the volunteers: there are literally hundreds of IICRC volunteers who give their personal and professional time and donate their expertise to the betterment of the inspection, cleaning and restoration industry.(IICRC President's Corner)(Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification)
September 1, 2008... The IICRC is like any other volunteer organization, and many times the 80-20 rule applies. Some volunteers work more than others depending on their ability to serve. But no matter how many hours each gives, the IICRC can't function without this...

Benefect helps out in Iowa.(Industry: News & Information)(Brief article)
September 1, 2008... Benefect has contributed thousands of dollars worth of its Botanical Disinfectant to the clean-up effort in the Iowa area. "We just want to make sure contractors have the tools to be able to help people in bad situations." says Sam DeAth,...

Case-quantity discounts now at Prochem.com.(Industry: News & Information)(Prochem chemicals)(Brief article)
September 1, 2008... Prochem chemicals, available for purchase on-line through www.prochem.com, are now available in case-quantity discounts. Since shipping will occur from many of its local distributors, the time of delivery will be the fastest in the industry the...

Vaportek to celebrate 30-year anniversary in 2009.(Industry: News & Information)(Vaportek Inc.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2008... Back in 1979, when the cost of a first-class stamp was just 15 cents and life expectancy in the U.S. was 73.9 years, Vaportek was founded with the introduction of unique technology for safely eliminating difficult odors in cancer wards. ...

HydraMaster to restructure business operations.(Industry: News & Information)(HydraMaster Corp.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HydraMaster is restructuring its business operations, placing greater emphasis on engineering, research, product development and sales. According to Doug Hauff, general manager of HydraMaster, the company is focusing...

RIA hosts meeting to open industry dialogue.(Industry: News & Information)(Restoration Industry Association)(Brief article)
September 1, 2008... The Restoration Industry Association hosted a one-day meeting of prominent industry individuals in Baltimore, Md., on July 24 in an effort to create an open dialogue for the betterment and advancement of the cleaning, restoration and...