For 90 years, Kärcher has been innovating cleaning technology, solving real-world problems, and setting new standards in performance and reliability. To celebrate this milestone, Vivienne Speckamier explores the Kärcher product breakthroughs that have shaped the brand into a leading all cleaning solutions provider.

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The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) Height Safety Special Interest Group (BSIF HSG) has unveiled an overview of the new Personal Fall Protection Equipment Standard, BS 8681, which outlines its implications for the industry and those it impacts.

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Hotter months create a breeding ground for infections that can take their toll on us both physically and mentally increase employee absence. Paul Mulready offers some advice on how to minimise the spread of contagious illnesses.

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Smart auditing solutions are an effective and surprisingly simple way of supporting professional cleaning services. Francis Lyons explores how smart auditing tech can effectively demonstrate proof of presence and proof of quality, unlock best practice and enable evidence-based decision-making.

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Dr Emma Saunders recently delivered a webinar to industry professionals in the UK and Europe on the safety, efficacy and regulatory landscape of microbial-based cleaning products. Cleaning Matters finds out more.

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Clair Weston discusses the importance of understanding the risks and benefits for worker health - and how employers can manage the risks associated with exposure to blue light. 

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The heat network sector is changing so rapidly that it can be hard to keep up. Viewed by government as a vital component of the UK’s strategy to reach net zero by 2050, this potentially efficient, low-carbon heating technology is fast becoming the norm in modern urban developments and is now spreading to rural areas, too. So, as Gareth Copland warns, if you haven’t encountered a heat network yet, the chances are you will do soon.

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Acid-based cleaners are a powerful tool for tackling tough blockages, but it is important professionals know how to buy, store and use them safely and legally, says Scarlet McAleese-Banks.

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Effective training has always been a lynchpin of professional cleaning services but, as Carlton Relf observes, unprecedented UK demand for healthcare and consolidation of the healthcare sector’s expectations of cleanliness, have made it absolutely mission-critical.

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The UK cleaning industry is a multi-billion-pound powerhouse, yet nearly half of small and medium-sized cleaning businesses operate without commercial insurance—leaving them vulnerable to financial disaster. Kyle Eaton explains how, with the right coverage, these businesses can protect their revenue, employees, and reputation, ensuring they stay resilient in an unpredictable world.

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The new Renters Rights Bill, the Labour Government’s version of the former Renters Reform Bill, has received wide publicity. Andy Nuttall examines how this will impact the cleaning sector.

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George Littlewood explores how the new International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS) gives the maintained sector more financial flexibility.

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Commercial and office cleaning company Cleanology has focused increasingly on establishing its commitment to sustainability which now has a huge and growing importance in the FM sector. Cleaning Matters speaks to Kate Lovell and Dominic Ponniah to find out more.

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David Saville examines the dramatic evolution of window cleaning practices, particularly in London. Historically reliant on traditional methods, the industry has undergone significant changes driven by advancements in technology, heightened safety regulations, and increasing demands for sustainability.

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With 10 October marking World Mental Health Day, this year's theme was 'Mental Health in the Workplace'. Marius Stäcker encourages us to take a moment to reflect on the mental health challenges facing professionals globally.

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The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, also known as Martyn’s Law, was introduced to parliament on 12 September 2024, following its mention in the King’s Speech in July. As Andrew Robbins observes, the Bill aims to better protect the public from terrorism, and this will necessitate improved preparedness against attacks to be put into place by many types of public venues.

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Biofilms, often described as "microbial cities," are rapidly becoming a global health concern, with their presence across industries. These resilient communities of microorganisms form on nearly any surface, making them notoriously difficult to clean and contributing to 65-80% of chronic infections. As Dr Gavin Macgregor-Skinner observes, understanding biofilms and developing new cleaning strategies is crucial to maintaining healthy environments in hospitals, schools, and other facilities.

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Ian Leeding looks at why it's important to become more people-centric for a business to move forward, and how creating a ‘family’ atmosphere inspires people not only to stay but to do their very best.

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First impressions are vital for businesses, especially in person. The reception area is the first place visitors experience so, as James Nayler notes, investing in its upkeep ensures a positive and lasting impression and sets the tone for all future interactions.

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Gareth Mitchell discusses the potential of IoT technology and sensors in waste management applications for local councils, as part of the solution to providing a cost-effective and efficient answer to this issue.

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Hyflex from Bio-Productions transforms floors into hard wearing, easily maintained surfaces and provides an exceptionally long wear-life.

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Xola Clean Concentrate from Bio-Productions is one of the most powerful and versatile cleaners available.

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Incorporating a static water making facility into the water treatment equation will bring down the cost of making purified water and more than justifies the investment.

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It’s important that all hazardous and non-hazardous waste is handled by specialists. Remondis UK has a wealth of expertise to handle the entire hazardous and non-hazardous waste management process.

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The Enviro range of chemicals has been formulated to ensure the impact is kept to an absolute minimum and has been designed to comply with all current European Regulations concerning biodegradability and the preservation of the environment.

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Discarded chewing gum, fly posters & graffiti all present huge cleaning problems in public areas. The Solution? The patented GumBusters technology! Simple yet effective, this environmentally friendly equipment uses a unique biodegradable cleaning agent and a small amount of clean cold tap water to clean up even the toughest gum and graffiti problems.

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At Remondis’ Lippe plant in Lünen, we process more than 1.2 million tonnes of waste each year.

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One of the most important aspects of a mobile washing system is the carrying of the water.

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The EXCELERATOR® effortlessly reaches every corner with his adaptable angle and a super smooth swivel movement. Together with the LIQUIDATOR 2.0 channel and the F*LIQ sleeve, it’s the fastest squeegee in the world!

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Jangro’s Enviro- Concentrates have been specially formulated by experts to deliver chemicals easily and economically.

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Enov eFill – a comprehensive range of super concentrate chemicals

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Poolside Maintainer is a daily poolside cleaner and maintainer to control water-scale, body fats and bacteria,

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The chewing gum removal additive is based on a sugar beet surfactant, which we are proud to say makes it a 100% renewable cleaning product.

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This product will trap all bad odours from entering the washroom from the urinals, treat any build up or scaling within the pipework, whilst reducing water consumption by up to 96%.

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Bio-Productions’ urinal blocks are the original non-pDCB blocks, which continue to set the industry standard for safety and effectiveness.

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