Monthly Archives: March 2024

Tork Study Reveals Need for Improved Public Restroom Hygiene

By |2024-03-29T14:30:25-05:00March 29, 2024|

New research recently released by hygiene product company Tork, an Essity brand, shines light on the difficulties Americans have in staying hygienic while using public restrooms in the United States. According to data gathered by Tork: Almost 1 in 3 Americans faced barriers to washing their hands in public restrooms. Around 1 in 5 experienced ...

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ISSA LARU—International Cleaning Week Is Here!

By |2024-03-29T14:00:27-05:00March 29, 2024|

Welcome to the latest ISSA Legislative & Regulatory Update, a biweekly roundup of the public-policy issues currently impacting the full cleaning supply chain. This update touches on International Cleaning Week 2024, PRIA updates, the last chance to register for the 2024 ISSA Clean Advocacy Summit, and more. Want to stay informed about critical government affairs impacting ...

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Sodexo Opens New North American HQ

By |2024-03-28T18:55:58-05:00March 28, 2024|

Sodexo has opened a new North American headquarters in North Bethesda, Maryland. In 2022, the company announced that it was relocating from Gaithersburg, Maryland, its home for more than 25 years. The new North Bethesda facility is located in the mixed-use neighborhood of Pike & Rose and features more than 52,000 square feet of flexible workspace. ...

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4M Acquires Horizon Services

By |2024-03-28T18:55:22-05:00March 28, 2024|

4M Building Solutions has acquired East Hartford, Connecticut-based Horizon Services Corp. Established in 1991 by Ted Hsu, Horizon manages cleaning and facilities management contracts across 175 sites in three states—Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Per the terms of the deal, Horizon will retain its autonomy and existing leadership and continue to operate under its current name. ...

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ISSA Celebrates International Cleaning Week With Safer Choice Partner of the Year Recipients

By |2024-04-23T14:29:32-05:00March 28, 2024|

As part of International Cleaning Week (March 24–30), ISSA hosted a luncheon at the association’s Rosemont, Illinois, headquarters during the afternoon of March 27 recognizing recipients of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 2023 Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award. Safer Choice is a voluntary EPA program that certifies cleaning and other products made ...

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Cintas Increases 3rd-Quarter Revenue 9.9%

By |2024-03-27T19:32:08-05:00March 27, 2024|

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 time period. The company’s organic revenue growth rate for the third quarter of fiscal 2024, which adjusts for the impacts of acquisitions and foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations, was 7.7%. Cintas posted an ...

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Network Distribution Honors Top Supplier Partners

By |2024-03-27T19:30:56-05:00March 27, 2024|

Network Distribution® honored its top supplier partners during the organization’s annual supplier trade show, which took place recently in Austin, Texas. “Network is proud to recognize the efforts of our valued supplier community,” said Alan Tomblin, Network CEO. “With these essential partnerships, we continue to deliver improved business outcomes throughout the markets we jointly serve.” Network’s ...

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Aramark Named Top Supplier Diversity Program for WBEs

By |2024-03-26T19:39:45-05:00March 26, 2024|

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 Enterprises (WBEs). DCI’s list highlights Fortune 1000 companies dedicated to empowering multicultural women in business. Aramark was recognized for its goal of increasing its spend with diverse-owned, local, and small businesses to 25% ...

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JLL Secures Contract With Northrop Grumman

By |2024-03-26T19:39:34-05:00March 26, 2024|

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) has been awarded an integrated facilities management contract with global aerospace and defense technology company Northrop Grumman Corp. The deal calls for JLL’s aerospace and defense (A&D) group to provide numerous Northrop Grumman sites with a broad range of facility services, including building engineering; catering services; janitorial, landscaping, and grounds maintenance; and waste ...

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Read the March/April CMM Digital Edition

By |2024-03-25T20:05:02-05:00March 25, 2024|

The March/April issue of Cleaning & Maintenance Management (CMM) is now available online! This edition focuses on sustainability, explaining how cleaning contractors and distributors can help facility managers meet their environmental goals. It provides spring cleaning advice on pressure washing exteriors and setting up vacuuming routines indoors. A six-page spread reveals the challenges, opinions, and values of ...

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