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The COVID-19 pandemic brought along with it a heightened sense of awareness regarding hygiene and cleanliness. Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada,...read more The post Queen’s University Teams With CIMS for Clean, Healthy Facilities appeared first on ISSA.

New company aims to distinguish itself from other scale label distributors by cutting out the middleman and selling direct to end-users at competitive prices.

New company aims to distinguish itself from other scale label distributors by cutting out the middleman and selling direct to end-users at competitive prices.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released updated ventilation guidelines for mitigating the spread of COVID-19 in indoor...read more The post CDC Releases New Air Ventilation Guidelines appeared first on ISSA.

Jansan and other distributors have been grappling with several challenges since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Once the pandemic subsided, many thought things...read more The post Challenges for Distributors and the Supply Chain in 2023 appeared first on ISSA.

Jansan and other distributors have been grappling with several challenges since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Once the pandemic subsided, many thought things...read more The post Challenges for Distributors and the Supply Chain in 2023 appeared first on ISSA BACKUP.

In this episode with Carl Kanner, vice president at Smith Corona, we discuss challenges facing the paper industry as well as opportunities for the sector in the labeling and packaging space.

Company is now utilizing a rare procedure for their silicone curing process to both improve overall label production quality and expand a greener initiative. 

New chairman says COVID-19 pandemic spurred manufacturers and consumers to seek ways to reduce waste and create a more circular economy. Group aims to meet rising demand for reusable packaging products and services.

In 2022, the Coronavirus pandemic finally started to loosen its grip on consumer spending habits as mobility shot back up. However, this good news was offset by global supply issues as many industries failed to keep pace with rising consumer demand.

Of the many lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, one is unquestionably our heightened attention to the health and safety of public...read more The post Healthy Buildings: Helping Drive Better Outcomes for Business & Public Health appeared first on ISSA.

Hill & Markes Inc. recently hosted a roundtable on COVID-19, influenza, and other infectious diseases. The video conference featured Patty Olinger, the executive...read more The post Hill & Markes Hosts Infectious Disease Roundtable With GBAC Executive Director appeared first on ISSA.

Last month, the ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo returned to an in-person format for the first time since the outbreak of COVID-19...read more The post ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Reports Record Attendance appeared first on ISSA.

With the COVID-19 pandemic having redefined cleaning, the services and support of cleaning consulting companies have been invaluable to many in the...read more The post The ISSA Impact: DCS Global Enterprise appeared first on ISSA.

Welcome to the new normal for facilities services. COVID-19 has changed everything in the facilities industry: How we manage facilities, how we...read more The post The Facility Management Perspective appeared first on ISSA.

Hygiene and food safety have always been important, but the coronavirus has highlighted the need for greater awareness and vigilance. Consumers expect a high level of protection at point-of-sale. In response to this, Schur Flexibles is offering to apply an antibacterial varnish to a range of its films.

Essential products manufactured by Sartorius, using Südpack polymer films made from Dow resins, support safe and effective vaccine production for global vaccine supply. 

RRD helps Levain Bakery expand enhance and improve brand experience as well as efficiencies amid COVID-19.

HERMA Basic applicators precisely apply 300mm-long top labels for product identification and tamper evidence. 

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, sustainability goals may have taken a backseat to safety concerns — but they never went away. In fact, 85% of Americans think about sustainability the same amount or more during the pandemic.

How COVID-19 has accelerated the digitalization of modern production lines and the resultant, permanent change in mindset it has brought about.

According to a report from Smithers, COVID-19 has had a major impact on the print machinery market, with an accelerating effect on trends that were already being established.

Consumer habits changed significantly during the pandemic, affecting the packaging industry. 

As COVID-19 affected both manufacturers and worldwide shipping, automation has helped companies do more with less. 

The pandemic wreaked havoc on business development in 2021, and so many companies had to shift business objectives to meet the moment.

With the advent of COVID-19, the need to review and understand the impact of labeling is becoming even more prevalent.

With the advent of COVID-19, the need to review and understand the impact of labeling is becoming even more prevalent.

Flexible Packaging spoke with Mika Joukio, CEO of Metsä Board, to share his thoughts on sustainable packaging, package design trends and the impact of COVID-19 on the industry.

Several shifts perpetuated by the pandemic now represent long-term changes that will ultimately serve to benefit the manufacturing and packaging industries.

The epidemiologic and scientific information continues to indicate a lack of transmission from food and food packaging.

Syntegon donated a grant to CARE to assist people vulnerable to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The CVGM series mini vacuum chamber was designed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thomas, the leader in product sourcing, supplier selection, and marketing solutions for industry manufacturing, released its '2020 Q4 Top Manufacturing Trends,' identifying the top products and services sourced by North American manufacturers, as well as sharing predictions for 2021 industrial sourcing trends. 

Smithfield Foods, the world’s largest pork processor, announced that it is actively preparing for COVID-19 vaccine distribution to employees and has medical capabilities at its U.S. plants. Meatpacking workers were among the groups hit hardest by the new coronavirus last year.

After its best year since 1998, according to Bloomberg, Clorox Company is planning on rolling out more pocket-sized packs of disinfecting wipes. With the plastic tubs of 35 to 75 wet wipes being a coveted item during the Covid-19 pandemic, more flat packets of are being added for on-the-go travel.

Has sustainability taken a backseat as concerns about COVID-19 continue to dominate? News cycles have shifted. Coverage of and concerns about the negative impacts that plastic and other non-sustainable items have on the environment seems to have declined a bit. People have turned to single use items in droves—disinfecting wipes, paper masks, plastic grocery bags—things that don’t have more than one “touch point” to avoid possible virus transfer. 

End-of-line packaging and technology partner to Pfizer, Robopac will be guaranteeing the vaccine's packaging and transport safety following its contribution to the development of solutions for the packaging of pharmaceutical products made by the pharma company.

It’s no secret that 2020 has been a year like no other. As the coronavirus pandemic swept across the globe, Americans had to adjust to a new reality: wearing masks, social distancing and staying home as much as possible. 

Vericool, the inventors of the world’s first recyclable/biodegradable cooler, has developed a worldwide sustainable thermal solution for shipping COVID-19 vaccines that is both recyclable and compostable.  

As paper receipt usage sees a dramatic reduction because of the COVID-19 pandemic, CVS, the largest U.S. pharmacy chain, is responding to pressure from Green America and thousands of consumers and stopped using thermal receipt paper coated in Bisphenol S (BPS), an endocrine-disrupting chemical linked to health issues. 

Automation is quickly becoming the answer for manufacturers seeking greater proactivity, boosted uptime and a stronger ROI — especially amid COVID-19.

Amid this uncertainty, consumers are practicing new approaches to various aspects of their lives, including how they conduct visits with loved ones or how they clock in for work. In particular, COVID-19 has prompted a major shift in how people shop.

Drug-producing industries are expected to continue to operate at normal or near normal capacities despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

HERMA US Inc. has introduced a flexible, high throughput labeling machine ideally suited to ramp up supplies, such as disinfectants, necessary to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The Workplace Solutions Association (WSA), Powered by ISSA, is pleased to announce that it welcomes all members of the organization formerly known...read more The post WSA Opens Membership to Former Business Solutions Association Members appeared first on ISSA.

First course is designed to help industry insiders learn more about the principles of thermoformed packaging and how thermoforming can impact sustainability initiatives.

Kimberly-Clark Corp., parent company of Kimberly-Clark Professional, reported first-quarter revenue of US$5.1 billion, a dip of 1% from a year ago and a 6% increase...read more The post Kimberly-Clark Announces 1st-Quarter Results appeared first on ISSA.

Sellars Absorbent Materials Inc. has appointed David Hine vice president of national accounts. Hine joins Sellars after working for von Drehle Corp. for more...read more The post Sellars Appoints VP of National Accounts appeared first on ISSA.

W.W. Grainger Inc. hosted its annual shareholders’ meeting earlier this week at the company’s headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois, and named 13 individuals...read more The post Grainger Shareholders Elect New Board appeared first on ISSA.

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has issued a final rule banning noncompete clauses nationwide. Under the FTC’s new rule, existing noncompetes for...read more The post FTC Bans Noncompete Clauses appeared first on ISSA.

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued a final rule that alters the overtime regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act....read more The post DOL Finalizes Overtime Rule appeared first on ISSA.

The patented solution brings life-changing potential for over 60 million Americans with physical limitations, while also reducing plastic usage.

Groups receiving support range from a company launching reusable and compostable coco fiber packaging to an outfit seeking to establish a reusable, returnable wine bottle system.

ISS S/A, parent company of ISS Facility Services, has been awarded a contract extension with East Cheshire NHS Trust (ECT). The five-year extension has a...read more The post ISS Extends Contract With British Hospital Trust appeared first on ISSA.

Aunt Flow has entered into a strategic collaboration with TRAX Analytics and Houston Airports. The deal calls for Aunt Flow to provide...read more The post Aunt Flow Partners With Houston Airports appeared first on ISSA.

Green Seal® has released its 2024 Impact Report, which details how the nonprofit and its partners have accelerated the transition to more sustainable products...read more The post Green Seal Publishes 2024 Impact Report appeared first on ISSA.

According to a leading publication for the labeling industry, smart labels are not a new technology, but they are certainly more prevalent...read more The post Smart Labels appeared first on ISSA.

Businesses are seeking innovative ways to reduce their environmental impact and invest in sustainability. A Gartner survey found that 87% of business leaders plan to increase their sustainability investment in the next two years. There is pressure from investors, supply chains, and consumers to make more sustainable decisions.

Kutol Products Co. recently revealed the recipients of its 2023 awards recognizing outstanding manufacturer representative partners. The recipients of Kutol’s awards were determined...read more The post Kutol Honors Top Reps appeared first on ISSA.

Procter & Gamble (P&G), parent company of Procter & Gamble Professional (P&G PRO), has reported fiscal third-quarter net sales of US$20.1 billion, an increase of 1%...read more The post P&G Reports $20B in 3rd Quarter Sales appeared first on ISSA.

The latest cleaning technologies, tools, and products have made “cleaning for health” a reality for industry professionals. These technologies have advanced since...read more The post Killing Germs With UV-C Light appeared first on ISSA.

ABM has been named a 2024 VETS Indexes 3 Star Employer by VETS Indexes, an independent provider of custom indexes within the...read more The post ABM Recognized for Supporting Veterans appeared first on ISSA.

LionsBot International Pte Ltd has entered into a strategic agreement with RobotLAB Group. Per the terms of the agreement, RobotLAB will serve...read more The post LionsBot Teams With RobotLAB appeared first on ISSA.

On April 17, 2024, California Assembly Bill 2364 passed the state’s Labor and Employment Committee. This bill would impose production-rate limits for...read more The post California Committee Passes 2,000 Square Feet Production-Rate Bill appeared first on ISSA.

Registration is now open for the 2024 Business Growth Strategies Conference. Hosted by ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, this year’s conference...read more The post Registration Now Open for 2024 Business Growth Strategies Conference appeared first on ISSA.

Sustainable Packaging Services combines new and existing digital services that enable manufacturers to monitor and respond to changing global regulations on sustainable packaging.

Packaging and consumer goods companies are accelerating their efforts to adopt new innovative materials and processes to replace plastic in product packaging to help meet their plastic reduction goals

Maria Diaz De Leon has been named the recipient of UMF Corp.’s Hygiene Specialist® Excellence Award. Now in its 15th year, UMF’s annual award...read more The post UMF Reveals Top Hygiene Specialist appeared first on ISSA.

Proctor & Gamble (P&G), parent company of Proctor & Gamble Professional (P&G PRO), has appointed Neal Reed senior vice president and managing director of P&G...read more The post P&G Names New Managing Director for Australia & New Zealand appeared first on ISSA.

Essity has joined the Unstereotype Alliance, a thought and action platform convened by UN Women. Assembled by UN Women, a division within...read more The post Essity Teams With UN to Tackle Media Stereotypes appeared first on ISSA.

Commercial floor care is a lucrative niche requiring more than technical skills. It also demands a smart sales strategy that sets you...read more The post Use Smart Sales Strategies appeared first on ISSA.

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) will present a complimentary webinar for all IICRC Certified Firms on crime scene cleanup...read more The post GBAC Senior Director to Host IICRC Webinar appeared first on ISSA.

Earlier this month, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) began seeking feedback regarding the next version (v5) of the Leadership in Energy...read more The post Ashkin Explains Why the Industry Needs Your Support to Advance Cleaning appeared first on ISSA.

In recognition of Earth Day, which takes place April 22, ABCO Products Corp. has shared a series of tips for facilities on how they can...read more The post ABCO Offers Tips for Celebrating Earth Day appeared first on ISSA.

ISSA announced the recipients of the 2024 ISSA Outstanding Government Service Awards during the association’s Clean Advocacy Summit. The award recipients were selected...read more The post ISSA Announces 2024 Outstanding Government Service Awards Winners appeared first on ISSA.

Proctor & Gamble (P&G), parent company of Proctor & Gamble Professional (P&G PRO), has donated nearly US$290,000 to Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC) Canada. The...read more The post P&G Donates to Ronald McDonald House appeared first on ISSA.

Veritiv Corp. has acquired substantially all the assets of AmeriPac LLC and AmeriPac Pennsylvania LLC. Established in 1989, AmeriPac provides turnkey contract...read more The post Vertiv Purchases AmeriPac appeared first on ISSA.

Pedro Pinto, general manager of the Corpo Santo Lisbon Historical Hotel, was named the winner of the 2024 European Hotel Management Association (EHMA)...read more The post Diversey Sponsors 2024 European Hotel Sustainability Award appeared first on ISSA.

IBIEducate offers a prime platform for chosen presenters to demonstrate their expertise, share best practices, and showcase emerging solutions, trends, and technologies to thousands of grain-based foods professionals.

In today’s fast-paced world, where health and safety have taken center stage, the significance of maintaining a clean and safe environment cannot...read more The post Cleaning for Health: Measuring Cleanliness appeared first on ISSA.

Flexible packaging's recyclability was discussed at the FPA Annual Meeting. Alison Keane highlighted labeling challenges due to varying state guidelines. National legislation may be required. Dan Felton echoed this in a column for Packaging Strategies.

With April 20 approaching, we invited Contempo Specialty Packaging’s Michael Markarian to discuss sustainable packaging options for the cannabis industry, which faces some unique packaging challenges.

ISSA is proud to announce the recipients of the third annual ISSA Advocate of the Year Awards. The awards were presented at...read more The post ISSA Honors 2024 Advocates of the Year appeared first on ISSA.

ISSA Scholars, an ISSA Charities™ signature program, has extended the deadline for scholarship applications for the 2024-2025 academic year. Employees of all ISSA...read more The post Deadline Extended for ISSA Scholars 2024-2025 Applications appeared first on ISSA.

ISSA is offering a complimentary webinar—Proposed LEED V5 Revisions: Industry Setbacks & How You Can Take Action—taking place April 22 at 12:00...read more The post Register for Next Week’s LEED v5 Webinar & Submit Your Comments to USGBC appeared first on ISSA.

ISSA is offering a complimentary webinar—Proposed LEED V5 Revisions: Industry Setbacks & How You Can Take Action—taking place April 22 at 12:00...read more The post Register for the FREE LEED v5 Webinar & Submit Your Comments to USGBC appeared first on ISSA.

Are your salespeople seeing a decrease in their prospecting numbers and ratios? If so, they are not alone. The landscape of sales...read more The post The Art of Prospecting appeared first on ISSA.

The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) has promoted Dr. James Kim to senior vice president of science and regulatory affairs and appointed Jessica...read more The post ACI Adds to Science Team appeared first on ISSA.

PACT has developed a specially designed, corrugated crate that some customers have been able to use over one hundred times.

ABM has secured an energy performance contract with the Clarke County Commission in Alabama. The contract calls for ABM to upgrade the county’s facilities with...read more The post ABM Contracted to Cut Alabama County’s Energy Costs appeared first on ISSA.

Imperial Dade has acquired Harbour Food Service Equipment for an undisclosed sum in a private financial transaction. Owned and operated by the Kalick family, Harbour...read more The post Imperial Dade Acquires Harbour Food Service appeared first on ISSA.

Green Seal® has entered into a strategic agreement with Service 2 Software, a nonprofit dedicated to preparing transitioning military personnel for careers in...read more The post Green Seal Teams With Service 2 Software appeared first on ISSA.

The Distributor Partners of America (DPA) Buying Group has launched a new online educational portal, DPA University. DPA teamed with learning management system (LMS) BlueVolt...read more The post DPA Launches Online Educational Portal appeared first on ISSA.

Offering a 12-month minimum shelf life, the new paper flow wrap solution is a huge step in the right direction to reducing the amount of chocolate packaging waste that ends up in landfill.

Offering a 12-month minimum shelf life, the new paper flow wrap solution is a huge step in the right direction to reducing the amount of chocolate packaging waste that ends up in landfill.

Georgia-Pacific LLC, parent company of GP PRO, announced plans to invest more than US$150 million in its Wauna, Oregon, production facility. The Wauna facility produces bath...read more The post Georgia-Pacific to Invest $150 Million in Oregon Factory appeared first on ISSA.

Newly passed legislation in Virginia requires all professional mold remediators in the state to hold certification from the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning,...read more The post New Legislation Requires IICRC Certification appeared first on ISSA.

ISSA has announced a full slate of events for Interclean Amsterdam 2024, which takes place May 14-17 at RAI Amsterdam in Amsterdam,...read more The post ISSA Announces Event Schedule for Interclean appeared first on ISSA.

As facility management transitions into the information age, where technology advances at a rapid pace and markets evolve and change overnight, one...read more The post Human Capital and Culture appeared first on ISSA.

Eatable Adventures and the Italia del Gusto food consortium packaging challenge unveil six pioneering projects, from industrial packaging created with alternative materials to new proposals for streamlining production processes.

Essity plans to invest more than US$19 million in its Jarinu, Brazil, production facility. The expansion project will more than double production...read more The post Essity Expands Operations in Brazil appeared first on ISSA.

Cintas Corp. is accepting nominations for its 2024 America’s Best Restroom® Contest. Established by Cintas in 2002, the award program honors nonresidential,...read more The post Cintas Seeks America’s Best Restroom appeared first on ISSA.

BradyPLUS has acquired The EcoIndustrial Family of Companies for an undisclosed sum. Led by Sean McCormack and Dan Frascella, EcoIndustrial distributes a wide...read more The post BradyPLUS Acquires EcoIndustrial appeared first on ISSA.

Georgia-Pacific LLC, parent company of GP PRO, announced its paper mill in Crossett, Arkansas, has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)...read more The post Georgia-Pacific Factory Recognized by EPA for Energy Efficiency appeared first on ISSA.

Kimberly-Clark Corp., parent company of Kimberly-Clark Professional, has sold its personal protective equipment (PPE) division, KCPPE, to Ansell for US$650 million. According to a...read more The post Kimberly-Clark Divests PPE Division appeared first on ISSA.

According to a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) press release, the Biden-Harris Administration is directing U.S. government contractors to purchase cleaning products...read more The post New Ruling Aims to Cut PFAS from U.S. Government Custodial Contracts appeared first on ISSA.

For the past 20 years, the industrial manufacturing industry has implemented automation and robotics in its facilities to increase efficiencies and overcome...read more The post Are You Future Ready? appeared first on ISSA.

Join Converters Expo, the annual one-day event for converters of paper, film, plastics, and nonwovens. Held at Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers, it's a great opportunity to network, find new partners, and learn about the latest in printing and packaging.

RRD’s four new press installations increase speed and flexibility for brands, logistics, and freight services.

Sodexo has successfully completed its acquisition of Compass China Management Services Co. Ltd. and Shanghai Eurest Food Technologies Services Co. Ltd. from the...read more The post Sodexo Expands Presence in China appeared first on ISSA.

The deadline for the public to cast its vote for Cintas Corp.’s 2024 Custodian of the Year contest is April 12. The 11th-annual...read more The post Deadline to Vote for Top Custodian Approaching appeared first on ISSA.

ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, is pleased to announce the recipients of the inaugural ISSA Mentoring Program. This newly created initiative...read more The post ISSA Announces Recipients of 2024 Employee Mentorship Program appeared first on ISSA.

On Wednesday, June 5, 2024, join the ISSA Hygieia Network for its upcoming networking and leadership conference—Workplace Allies: The Power of Having...read more The post Registration Now Open for the ISSA Hygieia Networking & Leadership Conference in Ohio appeared first on ISSA.

Welcome to the latest ISSA Legislative & Regulatory Update, a biweekly roundup of the public-policy issues currently impacting the full cleaning supply...read more The post ISSA LARU—Cleaning Industry Gathers on Capitol Hill appeared first on ISSA.

In today’s fast-paced world, the drive for innovation in manufacturing begins at the highest levels of leadership. This is not merely a...read more The post The Ever-Evolving Drive for Innovation appeared first on ISSA.

ProMach brand Pharmaworks will debut their capability to handle new 100-percent recyclable, mono-material packaging films on their blister machines.

All beverage bottles and cans collected will be recycled and remade into new food-grade packaging.

ISSA PULIRE Network has announced ISSA PULIRE TECH, a new trade show dedicated to the components, spare parts, and accessories used in...read more The post ISSA PULIRE Network Announces ISSA PULIRE TECH appeared first on ISSA.

4M Building Solutions recently expanded the company’s executive team with the additions of Steve Mastin, chief financial officer (CFO), and Andrew Rust,...read more The post 4M Expands Executive Team appeared first on ISSA.

3M has released the new 3M™ Verify app to help companies ensure their personal protective equipment (PPE) is authentic.  According to a press release, the app...read more The post 3M Launches App to Combat Counterfeit PPE appeared first on ISSA.

S.P. Richards Co. (SPR) honored the company’s top suppliers during its annual Supplier Summit and City of Hope Golf Tournament, which took place...read more The post S.P. Richards Recognizes Top Suppliers appeared first on ISSA.

ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, is pleased to announce 24 ISSA member companies have successfully achieved Cleaning Industry Management Standard (CIMS) Advanced by...read more The post ISSA Announces Latest Round of CIMS Advanced by GBAC Certifications appeared first on ISSA.

SC Johnson Professional has announced the winners of its 2023–2024 Happy Hands dispenser design contest. The contest, now in its seventh year, called for K–12...read more The post SC Johnson Professional Reveals Dispenser Design Contest Winners appeared first on ISSA.

Avision recently launched its Easy Clean contest. The inaugural challenge calls for custodians to share how-to videos showcasing tips that help make...read more The post Avision Launches Cleaning Tips Challenge appeared first on ISSA.

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is currently seeking feedback regarding the next version (v5) of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental...read more The post USGBC Seeks Public Comments on LEED v5 appeared first on ISSA.

ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, today announced that industry leaders will convene on Capitol Hill April 10-11 for the 2024 ISSA...read more The post Cleaning Industry Representatives Gather on Capitol Hill for Key Discussions with Congress Members appeared first on ISSA.

Dave Kahle is the owner of The Kahle Way® Sales Management System. When it comes to tapping into the power of entertaining...read more The post Entertaining a $2 Million Client appeared first on ISSA.

As part of our 2024 “State of Converting” outreach to the industry, The Packaging Group from BNP Media sought input from leading converters to gain perspective on the current EPR legislative climate.

Innovations in modeling technology, which reduce the weight of the bottles to 18.5 grams, represent a major step in reducing the amount of materials used while preserving the durability and functionality of the packaging.

The March/April edition of ISSA Today—now available in digital format for your desktop, smartphone, or tablet?helps you stay up to date on...read more The post March/April Edition of ISSA Today Out Now appeared first on ISSA.

The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is seeking nominations for its board of directors. IICRC seeks submissions to serve a...read more The post IICRC Seeks Nominations for Board of Directors appeared first on ISSA.

Cintas Corp. has been included in Newsweek’s 2024 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. In compiling its annual list, Newsweek teamed with global research...read more The post Cintas Recognized for Workplace Diversity appeared first on ISSA.

Tom Sellars, CEO of Sellars Absorbent Materials Inc., has been named a MO 100 Top Impact CEO. Presented by Big Path Capital in...read more The post Sellars CEO Named Top Impact CEO appeared first on ISSA.

Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California, recently completed the reaccreditation process for GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC), a...read more The post Crypto.com Arena Joins Dozens of Facilities Emphasizing Public Health Through GBAC STAR Facility Reaccreditation appeared first on ISSA.

Against the backdrop of a lack of skilled labor, the food and beverage sector continues to invest in automated, efficient and stable processes. 

3M has successfully completed the planned spin-off of the company’s healthcare business, formally launching Solventum Corp. as an independent company. According to...read more The post 3M Finalizes Healthcare Spinoff appeared first on ISSA.

The new PCR PP behaves identically to virgin material, so there's no need for manufacturers to adjust tooling or processing equipment.

All of Ultra Solo’s components – cap, pump engine, actuator and bottle – are polyethylene (PE). As such, the whole product boasts 100% recyclability.

Improved rating – from Gold to Platinum – validates the company’s business sustainability commitment and performance.

New research recently released by hygiene product company Tork, an Essity brand, shines light on the difficulties Americans have in staying hygienic...read more The post Tork Study Reveals Need for Improved Public Restroom Hygiene appeared first on ISSA.

Welcome to the latest ISSA Legislative & Regulatory Update, a biweekly roundup of the public-policy issues currently impacting the full cleaning supply...read more The post ISSA LARU—International Cleaning Week Is Here! appeared first on ISSA.

Keith Smith, CEO of Vonco Products, discussed the challenges and considerations involved when making the decision to replace foil with plastic in packaging, in addition to some success stories from Vonco when it came to this practice.

Sodexo has opened a new North American headquarters in North Bethesda, Maryland. In 2022, the company announced that it was relocating from...read more The post Sodexo Opens New North American HQ appeared first on ISSA.

4M Building Solutions has acquired East Hartford, Connecticut-based Horizon Services Corp. Established in 1991 by Ted Hsu, Horizon manages cleaning and facilities management...read more The post 4M Acquires Horizon Services appeared first on ISSA.

As part of International Cleaning Week (March 24–30), ISSA hosted a luncheon at the association’s Rosemont, Illinois, headquarters during the afternoon of...read more The post ISSA Celebrates International Cleaning Week With Safer Choice Partner of the Year Recipients appeared first on ISSA.

Cintas Corp. has reported a fiscal third-quarter revenue of US$2.41 billion, a 9.9% increase from last year’s revenue of $2.19 billion in the same...read more The post Cintas Increases 3rd-Quarter Revenue 9.9% appeared first on ISSA.

Network Distribution® honored its top supplier partners during the organization’s annual supplier trade show, which took place recently in Austin, Texas. “Network is...read more The post Network Distribution Honors Top Supplier Partners appeared first on ISSA.

The name change better reflects who FPSA members really are: companies that provide solutions for food production.

O-I recently announced the B0 Estampe™ wine bottle that weighs only about 390g—well below the average weight of typical wine bottles.

Aramark has been included in DiversityComm Inc.’s (DCI) annual list of the Best of the Best Top Supplier Diversity Programs for Women’s Business...read more The post Aramark Named Top Supplier Diversity Program for WBEs appeared first on ISSA.

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) has been awarded an integrated facilities management contract with global aerospace and defense technology company Northrop Grumman Corp. The deal...read more The post JLL Secures Contract With Northrop Grumman appeared first on ISSA.

 The latest addition is the HERMA PP white light (grade 884) plastic film in combination with the special film adhesive 62Xpc.

The March/April issue of Cleaning & Maintenance Management (CMM) is now available online! This edition focuses on sustainability, explaining how cleaning contractors and distributors...read more The post Read the March/April CMM Digital Edition appeared first on ISSA.

Sodexo’s Stop Hunger Foundation recently hosted a fundraising dinner at American Express Stadium in Brighton, England. Nearly 400 guests comprised of Sodexo’s suppliers and...read more The post Sodexo Hosts Annual Fundraiser to Fight Hunger appeared first on ISSA.

Proctor & Gamble (P&G), parent company of Proctor & Gamble Professional (P&G PRO), has announced a joint development agreement (JDA) with Dow to create a new...read more The post P&G Teams With Dow on New Recycling Technology appeared first on ISSA.

KBS has announced today a recapitalization by investment funds and accounts managed by its long-time investors KKR, Ares Management, and Blackrock Capital...read more The post KBS Announces Investment Recapitalization appeared first on ISSA.

Metsä Board will write down the costs of the pre-engineering, in total approximately EUR 8 million, treated as an investment, as an item affecting comparability in the January-March 2024 operating result.

The U.S. House of Representatives, 24 states, and multiple municipalities all across the country proclaimed March 24-30, 2024, International Cleaning Week, which celebrates...read more The post Unprecedented Recognition of International Cleaning Week 2024 appeared first on ISSA.

The contradictory labeling laws in California versus other states underscore the need for a more consistent and unified approach to packaging labeling regulations across the United States.