MONTH IN CLEANING TO ADVERTISE IN MONTH IN CLEANING PLEASE CONTACT DANNY.GRANGE@KPMMEDIA.CO.UK OR GINO.LEROY@KPMMEDIA.CO.UK. CALL 01322 662289 LIFT BUSINESS Clos-o-Mat, already established as Britain’s leading supplier of accessible washrooms for the thousands of people who need the help of a carer, now has a range of easy-to-use lifting/transfer equipment to optimise their safety and dignity. “In effect, almost 10 carers every day are injured through ‘people handling’,” says Kelvin Grimes, Clos-o-Mat’s project manager for its out of home facilities. “With our increasing numbers of elderly and obese people, the figure is only set to increase. Yet for a comparatively nominal investment, which can be offset as capital equipment, a hoist could be fitted. It would take up no additional space in the WC compartment, and would improve safety of all involved. “Importantly, properly publicised, it would increase business: up to 20 per cent of a typical business’ customer base is disabled; people make a conscious decision to visit- or not- places based on their knowledge/opinion of the toilet facilities provided.” Clos-o-Mat’s ceiling track (X/Y) hoists can carry up to 200kg (31stone), and can, at the push of a button, be moved to wherever needed in the room, precisely positioning the person where the carer requires. 34 DECEMBER / JANUARY 2016 CLEANING HYGIENE TODAY FILANO RUST JOINS AWARD-WINNING SURFACE CARE RANGE Fila has introduced a new ‘trouble-shooting’ treatment to its award-winning surface care range. New FILANO RUST is designed to remove new and old oxide deposits from a range of surfaces, including stone and ceramics. The solution has a highly viscous consistency, making it ideal for application onto horizontal and vertical surfaces, inside and outdoors - from delicate countertops and hearths, to outdoor paving slabs. FILANO RUST removes oxide tarnish from stone, marble, granite, agglomerates, porcelain and ceramic, terracotta and concrete. Its nonacid formula makes it particularly suitable for delicate surfaces, including polished marble and acid-sensitive limestone. After 15 minutes contact, the treatment turns from a clear colour to deep purple, which indicates a reaction with the rust. Excess product is then wiped off and the surface rinsed with clean water. FILANO RUST is available in 75ml units and is safe to use in domestic home and contract environments. It is offered alongside FILA’s award-winning range of surface care solutions, which includes surface cleaners, protectors and enhancers. "" filasolutions.com filauk@filasolutions.com 01584 877286 THE TEAL TASK FORCE ON THE ROAD THIS WINTER To support infection control departments and facilities managers, a unique, fast-response service – the TEAL Task Force (TTF) – has been created to help tackle medical emergencies this winter. TEAL Patents –the world’s leading manufacturer of portable, hot water, hand wash units that require no access to mains water or drainage. The TEAL Task Force is ideal when a hired unit is required at short notice, not only to resolve infection outbreaks but also when there is interruption in mains water supplies due to plumbing failures or building works. Manty Stanley, managing director of TEAL Patents, says: “TEAL has been working closely with infection control departments for over 15 years with the mission to reduce the risk of the spread of infection due to poor hand hygiene by helping people wash their hands properly whenever and wherever they need to. All orders in the UK, are delivered within 24 hours.” The TEAL units are self-contained and free-standing. Suitable for staff, patients and visitors, each unit is sited and set-up by the TTF and comes complete with liquid soap and paper towels. The Stop n’Wash machine has been developed in collaboration with leaders in NHS infection control. "" www.washyourhands.co.uk 0121 770 0593 BIN DESIGN ENCOURAGES RECYCLING “Given a stimulus to ‘stop and think’, most people would prefer to recycle rather than commit waste to landfill.” Based on this concept, Leafield Environmental, in partnership with the University of Greenwich, produced the Meridian Envirobin designed to encourage users to segregate recyclables from non-recyclable waste at source. Prior research indicated that as much as 70 per cent of the waste generated in the university was recyclable so a twin-lidded bin was produced with a 70:30 split in favour of the recyclables stream. The ‘stop and think’ stimulus was achieved by putting a lift lid on the non-recyclable waste side while providing clear, instructional signage. The scheme turned out to be a great success, proving the concept and helping the University along its sustainability journey towards a Zero Waste goal. In order to meet other customer requirements, the 110 litre Meridian Envirobin has been developed further with a range of lid combinations that includes triple lids, and a round aperture module for cans, bottles or cups. A liquids reservoir and lid were also made available and soon after, a 100 per cent open top version and a 70:30 split lid with both sides open. "" www.clos-o-mat.com 0161 969 1199 "" www.leafieldrecycle.com 01225 816541 comms@leafield-environmental.com
CHT December/January 2016
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