Autonomous Robots Boost Senior Living Facility Floor Care

Direct Supply expands its strategic partnership with SoftBank Robotics America to help commercial cleaning executives scale smarter operations through autonomous floor care programs. “Robotics in senior living can’t be about technology for technology’s sake. It has to solve real problems for operators, staff, and residents,” says Justin Smith, Senior Manager of Innovation, Direct Supply. “Together,…

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Facilities Profit When Tech Meets Trash

Facility managers have enough safety risks to consider without these threats compounding when scrap materials—cardboard, plastics, and metals—pile up to create tripping hazards and attract pests. They see these materials as waste and a nuisance that costs money to remove. The standard reaction is to hit the “easy button” by calling a hauler, paying a…

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KP Tissue Canada reports profitability growth in the first quarter of 2026

The company highlighted EBITDA improvement, lower pulp costs and operational advances despite a volatile economic environment KP Tissue released its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, reporting increased profitability and operational stability despite ongoing economic volatility. The company stated that Kruger Products achieved Adjusted EBITDA of CAD 86.9 million, representing a 14.6% increase…

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ISSA Launches Healthcare Environmental Hygiene Professional Certification Program

ISSA, The Association for Cleaning and Facility Solutions, today announced the launch of the ISSA Healthcare Environmental Hygiene Professional Certification (HEHP), a comprehensive, three-tier training program designed to build a consistent framework of environmental hygiene standards for in-house healthcare environmental services teams and any healthcare professionals who hold accountability for cleaning, disinfection, and patient care.…

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Visible Cleaning: Redefining Food Service Standards

In today’s food service environment, cleanliness is no longer judged solely by what happens behind the scenes. Today, it is defined by what guests see and experience. Visible cleaning, backed by simple, standardized practices, has emerged as a powerful driver of customer perception, trust, and ultimately, business performance. This shift has been building for years…

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How Commercial Cleaning Companies Meet Evolving Expectations

Businesses are increasingly examining what makes a commercial cleaning company different when selecting long-term service providers. As expectations evolve, cleaning providers are evaluated on more than basic service delivery. Factors such as consistency, communication, and accountability have become central to decision-making. Organizations are placing greater emphasis on partners who can align with their operational standards…

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