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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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 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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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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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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Infection control is paramount in care and residential homes to protect vulnerable residents. Nicky Whittaker discusses how effective laundry management can play a critical role in preventing the spread of pathogens within these environments.

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Jamie Woodhall asks: "How can you help combat the risk of picking up coughs, colds, and flu?"

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The British Cleaning Council has called the Government response to a life-saving campaign ‘disappointing’ and ‘complacent’. Cleaning Matters reports how thousands of lives could potentially be saved by making cleaning and hygiene a national priority.

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Dominic Ponniah believes investing in people should not be seen as a cost. After all, employees are the backbone of any successful contract cleaning business.

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Tim Turney provides an overview on best practices for air sampling at work to advise facilities managers on best practice for safety and compliance.

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The power of the workplace experience has gained momentum over the last three years. As Ravi Bhatnagar observes, organisations and FMs alike are innovating to create appealing and engaging workplaces that can help attract employees into the office as we adapt to new working behaviours.

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One of the many highlights at this year's Cleaning Excellence Conference is British Cleaning Council (BCC) chair Delia Cannings. Here, Delia discusses the work of the BCC and how we need to work together to ensure cleaning staff receive the respect they deserve.

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Cleaning Matters explores what's on offer at this year's Golden Service Awards hosted by Kimberly-Clark Professional.

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Duncan McLaren discusses how cost efficiency, resource management and improved customer service can be managed sustainably with data-driven cleaning solutions.

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John Norris discusses how an open approach with a clear evaluation process can keep the facilities management sector at the forefront of innovation.

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Envirowipe is a 100% natural fibre cleaning cloth

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Blu Away is Bio-Productions’ highly effective cleaner for washrooms.

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Highly effective 99.99% kill of both gram positive and gram negative bacteria proven by independent test.

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Enov eFill – a comprehensive range of super concentrate chemicals

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Fighting infection and creating spotless hospitals, wards, doctors' surgeries and departments is top of our agenda.

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Luxury disposable washroom hand towels

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Bio Blocks are Bio-Productions’ best-selling urinal blocks.

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Probably the only cleaner required and one of the most powerful and versatile cleaners available.

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With our bird proofing solutions you can be assured you’ll never get in a flap over bird problems and you have taken the most effective steps towards preventing birds from inhabiting and damaging your building. Bird control offers a long-term solution and when installed correctly, is 100% effective.

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.. and the OspreyDeepclean dry steam cleaning technology is still a first.

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Enov UltraSan kills Norovirus, E. Coli, swine flu, HIV, Hepatitis C, MRSA and Clostridium difficile.

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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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Air tex super absorbent pulp based wipe

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We thoroughly clean all common areas of residential blocks and estates.

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A102 CERTIFICATION  In this age of increasing legislation and new guidelines, it comes as no surprise that customers are being asked for certification to back efficacy claims when marketing hygiene products. This is why we at Assured Solutions Limited have paid to have our popular Cleaner and Sanitizer, A102, tested to EN 13697.

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