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COVID-19, caused by a coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2, has hammered the lodging industry harder than any event ever before. Every element of a hotel’s operation has been impacted—from cleaning & maintenance to food and beverage. Many hotel companies are responding aggressively with revamped operations plans. What we all can agree on is that hotels may never be the same again. This area of Green Lodging News highlights the latest news and trends. Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: greenlodgingnews@gmail.com.

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COVID-19, caused by a coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2, has hammered the lodging industry harder than any event ever before. Every element of a hotel’s operation has been impacted—from cleaning & maintenance to food and beverage. Many hotel companies are responding aggressively with revamped operations plans. What we all can agree on is that hotels may never be the same again. This area of Green Lodging News highlights the latest news and trends. Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: greenlodgingnews@gmail.com.

Venetian Resort Announces Recycling Program to Keep Face Masks Out of Local Landfills

LAS VEGAS—The Venetian Resort expands Sands ECO360 recycling efforts as the first Las Vegas-based property, and one of the first in the nation, to develop an innovative program to recycle surgical face masks, which are being used by guests and Team Members as part of the resort’s Venetian Clean initiatives. As part of this pilot project, in partnership with TerraCycle, the discarded masks are collected on-site at The Venetian Resort and sent to a recycling facility where they are separated, shredded and densified into a crumb-like raw material. This material will be used to make repurposed products such as composite lumber for...

Quick Screens Offer Vital Space Solutions in 10-Day Lead Time

DELANCO, N.J.—With COVID-19 forcing designers to reimagine the ubiquitous open office and other public spaces, Stylex has stepped in with an instant solution: the Quick collection of upholstered screens. Created by Stylex’s in-house design team, Quick presents a simple way to carve out private, protected spaces within open-plan environments. With an impressive lead time of only 10 business days, Quick is essential design at a moment’s notice. “Designers need manufacturers to act fast so that they can foster safe, health-centered spaces,” notes Randi Pastrovic, Vice President of Marketing, Stylex. “Quick’s quality, usability, and availability make it a crucial, fast-acting addition...

Hy-Lite Adds Acrylic Block Rolling Privacy Panels

PENSACOLA, FLA – To support social distancing in medical, workplace and commercial spaces, Hy-Lite has introduced a line of Acrylic Block Rolling Privacy Panels. The portable privacy panels are made of architectural-grade acrylic blocks that allow light to flow through, while protecting privacy. The panels can be easily sanitized, making them ideal for a wide variety of businesses working to re-open under social distancing restrictions. “The acrylic block panels may be easily sanitized with bleach, hydrogen peroxide (up to 40 percent), soap and water, or isopropyl alcohol (up to 30 percent),” says Steve Beck, Plant/Technical Manager with Hy-Lite, a U.S....

Ready Railing Creates Temporary Boundaries for Indoor, Outdoor Spaces

RUSSIA, OHIO—Superior Aluminum Products introduces Ready Railing which instantly creates temporary boundaries to help with social distancing. Suitable for indoor or outdoor environments this lightweight aluminum product comes pre-assembled and ready to use, saving time and effort. Durable, high-quality aluminum does not rust or rot, and is available in multiple colors, shapes, and designs to help create the perfect atmosphere. Maintenance-free Ready Railing is ideal for restaurants, hotels, community events, outdoor venues, weddings, churches, funeral homes, and anywhere that architecturally appealing temporary barriers are desired. Dependent on the needs of the location, ready railing can be paired with single or...

Laurastar Irons Receive Germ-Killing Certification

MEDFORD, ORE.—Laurastar, a world leader in quality ironing systems, announced they have received official certification from Microchem Laboratory, confirming Laurastar’s exclusive hygienic steam can kill germs found on fabrics, including COVID-19. The certification solidifies Laurastar as an essential tool to protect users from the current COVID-19 pandemic. The certification was granted after Microchem Laboratory tested Laurastar’s exclusive Dry Microfine Steam (DMS), a unique technology of hygienic steaming. DMS is heated to over 285°F and pressurized up to 50psi. The water molecules are transformed into gas with exceptional energy that easily passes through textiles, transferring heat and energy into the fibers and naturally eliminating 99.9 percent...

Guest Blog: Carpet’s Contribution to Improved Indoor Air Quality

Green Lodging News spoke with Richard Radke, National Marketing Manager for Zeftron Nylon recently and allowed Zeftron Nylon to contribute this guest blog. As businesses begin to welcome employees back to the workplace, safety and wellness are top of mind. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued guidance to assist with the reopening, and states: “Reducing the risk of exposure to COVID-19 by cleaning and disinfection is an important part of reopening public spaces that will require careful planning.” To be sure, designers and facility managers are faced with multiple challenges in creating the “new” workplace for today. They are looking...

California Hotel & Lodging Association Members Receive Free PPE

SACRAMENTO, CALIF.—The California Hotel and Lodging Association (CHLA), in conjunction with the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, is providing member hotels in California with free personal protective equipment to minimize exposure to the COVID-19 virus as state hotels begin to reopen. Hotels in California, many of whom have been housing first responders, healthcare professionals and vulnerable populations in response to the global pandemic, are receiving free personal protective equipment, including hand sanitizer, face coverings and instructions for guests and employees. “Our members are grateful for the governor’s support of PPE equipment that enhances their readiness to reopen,”' said Lynn S. Mohrfeld,...

Hotels Sue San Francisco to Protect Workers, Guests from Unsafe Cleaning Ordinance

SAN FRANCISCO—The Hotel Council of San Francisco, the California Hotel and Lodging Association and the American Hotel & Lodging Association filed a lawsuit yesterday to overturn the County of San Francisco’s so-called “Healthy Buildings” ordinance that endangers hotel employees and guests and causes significant economic hardships by forcing many hotels to remain closed and permanently lay off thousands of workers. The ordinance, approved on July 7 by the San Francisco Board of Supervisors and signed on July 17 by Mayor Breed puts hotel employees at greater risk of exposure to COVID-19, will delay those workers’ return to work and adds...

Hotel Industry Releases Top 5 Requirements to Travel Safely

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) released the “Safe Stay Guest Checklist” for guests on how to travel safely while also creating a standardized safety experience nationwide. This checklist is part of AHLA’s Safe Stay guidelines, an industry-wide, enhanced set of health and safety protocols designed to provide a safe and clean environment for all hotel guests and employees. The Safe Stay Guest Checklist includes: Require face coverings in all indoor public spaces and practice social distancing in all common areas. Choose contactless options, where available, including online reservations, check-ins, and payments. Consider daily room cleaning, only if...

Raycop Debuts ‘Omni Air’ Multi-use Cordless Stick Vacuum

SAN RAMON, CALIF.—According to the Allergy and Asthma Foundation, dust mites are a leading cause of in-home allergies. In a new report, the American Chemical Society advocates the widespread use of UV-C light as a short-term, easily deployable, and affordable way to limit virus spread in the current SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. RAYCOP’s new Omni Air cordless stick vacuum uses the same UVC technology that hospitals do to eradicate 99.99 percent of viruses, bacteria and dust mites from fabrics and floors in every corner of the room. The lightweight Omni Air is easy to pick up and it can completely remove dust...