Throughout this premiere issue, we have remained persistent in our principle goal of providing informative and stimulating articles. Included within the pages of this issue are extensive feature articles on: Floor Care in the Hospitality Sector; The ABC’s of Managing Educational Facilities; Case Study: Amtrak Utilizes Von Schrader LMX Systems in ‘Transformation 2000’ Program; Industry Outlook: Cleaning Up In 2001; and How To Protect Your Facilities Management Company When Hiring Employees.

Also within this issue, you’ll find how-to and problem-solving columns on Solving Rest Room Floor Maintenance Problems, Commercial Carpet Cleaning, Grout Cleaning Basics, as well as an expanded Industry News, Education & Networking and New Products sections, as well as our signature Product & Literature Guide.

The editorial goal of CFC is to provide timely and educational articles on such topics as safety and safety regulations, legal issues, management and training, and the care and maintenance of commercial carpet, stone/marble/ceramic, resilient and wood floors.

If you lack the time to read the magazine at home, or are on the road constantly, then log on to www.commercialfloorcare.com where you will find many of the features and departments of our magazine at your fingertips.

Look for the Spring 2001 issue soon. We promise to bring you the most comprehensive and up-to-date information on commercial floor care.

I am always open to your suggestions, comments and concerns. Together, we will make CFC the industry’s most preferred source of information.