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 Microfibre on a roll
MicroRoll is a 100 per cent microfibre disposable wipe on a roll from Vileda. Reducing C.Diff and MRSA by 99.9 per cent in just one wipe, it can be either disposed of after use – or washed and re-used up to five times.

 Dishwashers for hospitals & healthcare
Winterhalter's new Energy+ energy-saving pass through dishwashers are now available with TwinSet, a space-saving option for hospitals and other healthcare sites looking to simultaneously save energy and space.



 ProVap dry steam: decontaminate without chemicals
OspreyDeepclean claims its ProVap system is the first Dry Steam Vapour cleaning system to deliver proven validated results for decontamination. Decontaminating without use of chemicals, the unit cleans itself to prevent cross contamination.

 Wipe out graffiti
Branova has a solution to clean away graffiti and spray-paint with minimal effort with a new all-in-one cloth.



 Carpet extractors: no job to big (or small)
Truvox's latest upright extractors handle carpet cleaning jobs of all sizes: the big machine handles wide area jobs with hot water and 400psi cleaning power, while it's little brother tackles everyday jobs.

 Contractors: better admin control
Target Software says its CONTROL contract cleaning administration programme for MS Windows is more powerful than ever, making life easier for contractors everywhere.



 Fast, simple dilution and dispensing
SEKO PROMIX chemical dispenser has several innovative features that enable a fast and simple method of diluting and proportioning for chemical applications.
 Download free DEFRA-backed sustainable cleaning guidance
While the pressure to go green mounts, deciphering the spin isn’t easy. Unless you have a copy of a Defra-endorsed sustainable cleaning guide. Download it here.

Training & events

Water-fed pole and skills training
BWCA, Wiltshire
Training courses for those who want to get the most out of their pole systems. For programme and cost details, click here.

Fire & flood restoration courses
National Flood School, Surrey
Professional, realistic and relevant restoration training courses covering all aspects of fire and flood restoration. Courses throughout the year. Click here for further info.

Prochem 1 day training courses
Various dates and venues. Click here to find out more

Lavor Group Useful HSE Guidance

Safe use of ladders and stepladders: An employers' guide
Click here to download

Five steps to risk assessment
Click here to download

Understanding Ergonomics - Reduce accidents and ill health and increase productivity by fitting the task to the worker
Click here to download

Working alone in safety - Controlling the risks of solitary work
Click here to download

Consulting Employees on Health and Safety
Click here to download
News

 NHS wants your ideas - and products
The NHS is asking for the cleaning industry's input – its Smart Solutions programme offers business the chance to have their products assessed by a team of experts with a view to supplying it across the NHS.

 London cleaners now on £7.45 an hour
Mayor of London Boris Johnson is increasing the Living Wage for London to £7.45 per hour - almost 35 per cent higher than the national minimum wage. The previous Living Wage for London was £7.20 an hour.



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Last Issue's Poll

With the rising EURO tempting migrant workers back to Europe, are you noticing a labour shortage?
Yes 60%
No 40%


 Free health & safety conference
Free health & safety advice that could prove useful in reducing workforce absenteeism, sickness and litigation is on offer to Cleaning Matters readers.
Health & Safety 08, held at the Reebok Stadium in October, is a free-to-attend event dedicated to H&S.

 Auto-door handle cleaning for hospitality
A new, stylish version of the HYSO automatic door handle deep cleaning system has been designed especially for washrooms in the hospitality and corporate sectors.