October 2023 Issue

Q3 Germany Regional Update

Read on for an in-depth look at the happenings in Germany, including a recap of CMS Berlin and other successes as facilitated by the BIV.

Executive Insights: Matteo Matarazzo, EFCI

Get to know Matteo Matarazzo, director general of the European Cleaning and Facility Services Industry, in this Executive Insights profile.

A Change in the Air

Air fresheners have come a long way since they first entered the market in the mid 20th century. But the practice of fragrancing the air goes back much longer than that. ECJ traces the origins of air fresheners and looks at the latest technologies capable of delivering pleasant aromas.

New Antimicrobial Coating Could Revolutionize Cleaning Methods

Made from a combination of ionic fluids and copper nanoparticles, the compound could be used on high-touch surfaces such as door knobs and handrails, say its inventors.

The Barrier Tech Solution to Biofilms

Most people outside the specialist cleaning sector will never have heard of biofilms. Invisible, but everywhere, biofilms are the immobile communities of microorganisms that stick to one another, and then onto surfaces. 

Study Finds Clean Workplaces Boost Employee Satisfaction

In a recent study by global hygiene and health company Tork, an Essity brand, 86% of surveyed office employees emphasized the importance of cleanliness in their work environment. According to the report, this data underscores the role of hygiene in enhancing employee satisfaction and the need for facility leaders to adopt top-grade hygiene products and solutions.

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