The annual ICS 2001 Trade Directory & Buying Guide is now online. Check out our listings of the manufacturers, products, distributors, inspectors and others that provide the materials and services the cleaning industry needs to succeed.

From a simple but essential task such as mopping a floor, to trash removal, vacuuming or operating large pieces of floor equipment such as an auto-scrubber or an auto-burnisher, the potential for injury is ever present.

More than two years ago, researchers at Betco Corp., a Toledo, Ohio-based cleaning supply and equipment manufacturer, began working on a project to develop a higher solids floor finish for use on resilient tile that would incorporate all the positive attributes of the various premium floor finishes available in the marketplace.

Health care has traditionally been an in-house cleaning situation. Now, there is more of an emphasis on contracting out some services to janitorial and floor maintenance contractors.

Taking a leap of faith, away from the “comfort zone” you’re accustomed to, guarantees personal and professional growth.

At Disneyland and at the new Disney California Adventure (DCA), about 1,100 cast members work day and night to keep every floor, sidewalk, restroom, merchandise and eating area as spotless as possible.

Commercial Floor Care Magazine's signature Product & Literature Guide.

Hardwood floors have become the prominent choice for many facilities and retailers in the U.S. and abroad. Wood floors create an impression of elegance, warmth and naturalness and define an ambience. But in order to sustain that peak impression, wood floors require regular maintenance.

"This book covers such a variety of must-knows for the beginning tech, like principles of professional carpet cleaning, fiber identification, commercial and residential cleaning, spot removal, and filtration soiling..."

This is one resource you don’t want to lose!