The technology was first developed commercially in Japan in the mid to late 1960’s for synthetic suede fabrics. Staple fibers were spun from two polymers, a polyester and polyamide of 0.1 denier or less. If the microfiber is not split the cloth, pad or mop will tend not to be very effective. How many times…
Hotel Cleaning and Disinfecting Tips Summer travel can mean high guest turnover for hotels and other hospitality settings. However, more guests should not equal less frequent cleanings. Below Clorox offers a few quick tips housekeeping professionals can incorporate into their cleaning process in between deep room cleanings. Target High-Touch Room Surfaces. Objects and surfaces that…
Cleaning equipment have been revolutionizing the contract cleaning industries, by making it much easier to get restrooms to a higher level of clean than traditional methods of cleaning. The equipment uses water pressure to clean restroom floors and surfaces, allowing the operator to get into a room’s nooks and crannies. Once finished, the machine retracts…
Now that you know a microfiber is simply a nano sized fiber, what is that nanofiber made of? Microfiber is a man-made product combining two basic fibers, Polyester and Polyamide (a nylon by-product.) These fibers are then “split” and formed into a blend of 80% Polyester (the scrubbing and cleaning fiber), and 20% Polyamide (the holding and quick drying…
One week ago today, a newborn daughter lost her father. One week ago today, a newlywed wife lost her husband. One week ago today, a man lost his life. All of this happened because of cleaning chemicals. Yes, it was an accident, but it was a preventable one. Two chemicals, an acid used for…
As the Director of Education here at the Academy of Cleaning Excellence, it is important for me to keep my certifications current and up to date. In order to instruct professional development classes around the globe, I maintain my ISSA/CMI Accredited Certification Trainer status every two years. Verified certificates from an organization, which is known…
