Despite our best efforts, accidents can happen. And when dangerous chemicals are involved, you need to be prepared to handle the spill quickly and effectively. Chemicals, fuels and hazardous compounds are commonly used in many industries, so it is imperative that an action plan has been prepared in advance in case of a spill. Part […]
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New Tandem Dispensers Improve Hygiene While Remaining a Cost Effective Option
We are excited to announce that Cascades has a new line of tandem dispensers that work together to provide better hygiene and a unified look. When choosing between a hand dryer or a towel dispenser, there are many reasons to choose the towel dispenser. As we highlighted in our previous post Hand Dryers: Effective or […]
The Nose Knows
It may be an unfair judgment, but foul odors can give the wrong impression of your business or organization. It doesn’t take long for someone to make a judgment call based on a whiff that assaults the senses. In fact, according to survey results, a bad smell would turn 85% of people away from a […]
The Lazy Hazy Days of Summer
Summer is upon us. We finally have warm temperatures and sunny skies. While it’s easy to think of the dangers involved with winter; slippery roads, poor visibility, etc., summer can be a dangerous time of year too. We want to help you keep your team safe this summer, so we’ve compiled our top three dangers […]
Guarding Against the Sun
Summer is here and with it comes those lazy, hazy days. Well, maybe not lazy but hazy can take a toll. The UV rays of the sun are powerful and dangerous; outdoor workers need to take precautions. The sun is amazing. It is approximately 150 million kilometers from us yet it provides light and warmth here […]
Is Your Dumpster a Dive?
Taking out the trash and keeping the inside of your building looking great is a high priority for most businesses. But what if the trash is what’s causing a problem? Many times the garbage disposal area becomes problematic given the very nature of its purpose. Not only do the dumpsters become contaminated and […]
Spring Cleaning
Spring has sprung and it’s time to wash away the memories of snow, slush and grit from winter. Spring-cleaning needs to happen, not only at home, but also at your business or organization. Fortunately, we’ve got you covered with our definitive list for your spring-cleaning needs. Waste Management First and foremost, you’ll need […]
Your Driving Force
If your company has fleet vehicles, you can appreciate the time and expense required to keep the wheels rolling and business happening. We recognize this commitment and want to help with a few tips for maintaining fleet vehicles. Fortunately, spring is here. It’s a time to shed the salt, sand and grit of winter and […]
Wet or Dry, the ProGuard Has You Covered
Did you know that 70 – 80% of the dust, grime and dirt that is tracked in on our shoes from outside is permanently damaging your floors? Your floors are not only an important visual representation of your business, but they can pose the biggest safety hazard as well. It’s important to have the right […]
Eight Steps To A Superior Floor Finish
Cleaning and maintaining the floors of your organization is one of the largest tasks of a janitorial team. Not only is it important for the esthetic of the business, but also for the safety of staff, clients, patients, etc. Follow our eight steps to achieve a superior floor finish: Remove the old floor finish using […]