NORTHBROOK, ILL.—The Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, launched its GBAC STAR Facility Directory. This new web-based tool allows users to identify facilities that have earned or committed to achieve GBAC STAR accreditation, the designation reserved for facilities that have demonstrated a thorough approach to cleaning, disinfection, and infection prevention. “We’re excited to unveil this new tool to help the public discover which facilities are taking important steps forward with their approach to cleaning,” said GBAC Executive Director Patricia Olinger. “The GBAC STAR program has more than 250 facilities accredited and 3,000-plus committed to accreditation in more than 80 countries,...

LONDON—Red Carnation Hotels, a collection of 20 boutique hotels in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Geneva, South Africa, Botswana and Palm Beach, has implemented Premium Purity, an effective and sustainable self-disinfection solution. Through a proprietary coating, the company renders its hotel surfaces self-disinfecting and they become an active participant in the continuous decomposition of microbes such as bacteria and viruses, and pollutants such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs). This solution also enables an environmentally friendly, daily cleaning system based on water and salt, meaning that traditional cleaning products can be removed from hotels, and further improve the wellbeing of staff and guests. Jonathan...

LAS VEGAS—In an Op-Ed published by The Nevada Independent, Wynn Resorts CEO Matt Maddox offers insight on how to get Las Vegas entertainment, nightlife, and conventions back up and running safely. The multi-layered approach is centered around a robust health and safety plan and the implementation of an on-site testing lab located at Wynn Las Vegas. Following is the Op-Ed in full as originally published, detailing how the introduction of rapid tests and the creation of “safe zones” will accelerate Nevada’s recovery: “As a long-standing member of the Las Vegas community and the current CEO of Wynn Resorts, I have been...

DALLAS—Aerus, a global leader in surface and air purification solutions, announced that independent test results on their Hydroxyl Blaster with ActivePure Technology confirms that the product kills the SARS-CoV-2 virus on surfaces. The testing data conducted by independent Food and Drug Administration-compliant laboratory, MRIGlobal, established a 99.98 percent surface kill rate of live SARS-CoV-2 virus in seven hours. SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that causes COVID-19. Aerus’ award-winning ActivePure Technology is scientifically proven to destroy microscopic pathogens and contaminants on surfaces and in the air and is available in over 70 Aerus products, including the Aerus Medical Guardian cleared by the FDA as a Class II Medical Device 510(k). The...

GRAPEVINE, TEXAS—Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center has announced that it has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) STAR accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities. Under the guidance of GBAC, a Division of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, Gaylord Texan has implemented the most stringent protocols for cleaning, disinfection, and infectious disease prevention throughout its resort facility. As the cleaning industry’s only outbreak prevention, response, and recovery accreditation, GBAC STAR helps organizations establish protocols and procedures, offers expert-led training, and assesses a facility’s readiness for biorisk situations. The program verifies that Gaylord Texan implements best practices to prepare...

TORONTO—Tersano, Inc. announced its patented Stabilized Aqueous Ozone (SAO) solution is compliant with the requirements established in the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), to eliminate SARS-CoV-2, the pathogen that causes COVID-19. Tersano’s SAO solution kills over 99.99 percent of the MHV coronavirus within one minute. FIFRA is managed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The SAO solution was tested against Murine coronavirus/Murine Hepatitis Virus (MHV-3), one of the approved ASTM/CDC surrogates for SARS-CoV-2. Tests were performed using ASTM protocol E1053-11 and results showed the Tersano’s SAO solution kills over 99.99 percent of the coronavirus within one...

MINNEAPOLIS—Tennant Company, a world leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing of solutions to reinvent how the world cleans, announced the launch of its newest autonomous floor cleaning machine, the T380AMR Robotic Floor Scrubber. The T380AMR’s smaller size enhances maneuverability and responsive navigation in tight areas, leading to maximum productivity. The new robotic floor scrubber is ideal for customers with narrow spaces or layouts that may have previously challenged other robotic machines. T380AMR units began shipping to North America customers in September and will begin shipping globally in November. The T380AMR robotic cleaning machine is the latest in Tennant’s world-class AMR...

TROY, OHIO—Hobart understands that health and safety issues are more top of mind now than ever before in a world dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. With last month recognized as Food Safety Month, Hobart is offering a free download of its Food Safety Fact Book as a resource for restaurants and kitchen operators to focus on the dish room and commercial dishwashers and better understand the terminology, procedures, best practices and technologies that help deliver a safe and quality dining experience. “Knowing that cleanliness and sanitization are integral parts of food safety for every foodservice operation, it’s crucial to be...

MIAMI—ABCO Cleaning Products, a leader in sustainable cleaning tools, today released five key considerations for making the switch to a more eco-friendly approach to cleaning. “As a company that fully integrates sustainability, we understand the positive impact that environmentally and socially responsible cleaning programs have on a business’s bottom line and brand reputation,” said Carlos Albir Sr., President, ABCO. “These recommendations will help facilities implement cleaning programs that are better for the environment, and better for business.” Five important considerations when making the shift to sustainable cleaning include: Assess the entire cleaning program. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be tempting...

It seems like a long time ago, but not that long ago, the hotel industry in the United States was hitting record highs. Occupancy rates in all types of properties were the highest in years, and many hotels decided it was an excellent time to increase their average daily rates (ADRs). However, we all know what happened next. By March, the drop began, and by June, occupancy rates were at the lowest levels in years. Many properties, large and small, closed. The goal was no longer to make money but to save money and stay open. However, according to real estate...