Monthly Archives: August 2024

Rochester Midland Corporation Appoints New Chief Executive Officer

By |2024-08-22T10:02:16-05:00August 22, 2024|

Rochester Midland Corporation ("Rochester Midland" or the "Company"), a leading provider of route-based, technical services and specialty chemical products across water treatment, food safety and other verticals, today announced that Jim White has joined the Company as CEO. Kathy Lindahl, RMC's previous CEO, has transitioned to the role of Chief Strategy Officer as part of a planned succession ...

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Understanding Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Its Impact on the Cleaning Industry

By |2024-08-23T09:48:15-05:00August 21, 2024|

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a policy shifting the responsibility for end-of-life management of packaging from governments to ”Producers”. In the realm of the cleaning industry, under EPR laws manufacturers, brand owners, and distributors of commercial and consumer cleaning products are accountable for the entire lifecycle of the packaging in which their products are contained, ...

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Safer Choice Gets Greener: Updates to the EPA’s Standard Impact ISSA Members

By |2024-08-21T12:50:32-05:00August 21, 2024|

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently finalized revisions to the Safer Choice Standard, a program highlighting cleaning products prioritizing safety and sustainability. These updates aim to bolster transparency, strengthen product safety and ecological impact, and broaden the program's reach. Key Updates Relevant to ISSA Members: Sustainable Packaging Takes Center Stage: Reflecting the growing demand ...

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Sustainability: An industry update on important initiatives.

By |2024-08-21T12:32:05-05:00August 21, 2024|

In recent years, sustainability has evolved from a buzzword to a critical business imperative, driven by growing awareness and regulatory changes. Notably, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and other global bodies have introduced stringent sustainability reporting requirements, underscoring the importance of standardization, transparency, and accountability relating to business risks impacted by climate change ...

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The FTC’s Noncompete Ban

By |2024-08-21T11:35:30-05:00August 21, 2024|

The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) to ban noncompete clauses has created a buzz in the news. This development has stirred a mixture of optimism and concern among business owners and employees alike. The FTC is currently in a 120-day review period, gathering feedback before finalizing the decision. This period is critical as it shapes the ...

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ISSA Announces Dates for 2025 Clean Advocacy Summit in DC

By |2024-08-21T10:22:38-05:00August 21, 2024|

ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry and facility-solutions association, will host the Clean Advocacy Summit, the largest Capitol Hill fly-in event for the cleaning and facility-solutions industry, March 31-April 1, 2025, at the Royal Sonesta Washington, DC Capitol Hill hotel. In 2024, this event brought a record 120+ attendees from 32 states, who visited 133 congressional ...

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Restrooms and an Aging Population

By |2024-08-20T12:57:30-05:00August 20, 2024|

When building owners and managers design public restrooms, they discuss, review, and consider countless features and products but consistently base their final decisions on two priorities: the number of individuals the restroom must accommodate at one time and the overall cost. Unfortunately, this narrow approach to restroom design leaves little to no room for considering ...

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Reducing Foodborne Illnesses

By |2024-08-20T12:15:23-05:00August 20, 2024|

In the fast-paced world of food service, foodborne illnesses are an ever-present threat. In fact, according to the National Library of Medicine, more than 50% of foodborne illness outbreaks reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are attributed to dining in a restaurant. The ramifications of such occurrences extend beyond mere gastrointestinal ...

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Two Additional Ameripolish Products Earn Green Guard Certification

By |2024-08-20T11:26:04-05:00August 20, 2024|

Ameripolish, a leading architectural concrete products provider, today announced the addition of two products earning the UL GREENGUARD Certification: 3D SF and 2D PL. Products that achieve UL GREENGUARD Certification have undergone rigorous scientific testing to meet stringent chemical emissions requirements. UL GREENGUARD Certification demonstrates that these products are more sustainable than traditional architectural concrete ...

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BUILDING TRUST: How cleaning for health impacts occupant well-being

By |2024-08-19T11:13:56-05:00August 19, 2024|

The landscape of occupant health in commercial buildings is rapidly evolving. From basic safety standards to prioritizing health, productivity, and comfort, the focus has shifted significantly. Health statistics According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, American adults spend more of their waking hours between Monday and Friday at the workplace than anywhere else—including home, ...

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