ATLANTA—Honeywell, a global leader in connected buildings, announces the launch of INNCOM INNcontrol 5, an intuitive and powerful platform for energy management and guestroom control. The INNcontrol 5 (IC5) system lets operators monitor and manage guestroom controls across an entire hotel property in real time to identify and resolve issues before they affect guests, track energy usage, and deliver better operational efficiency. IC5 collects guestroom data and presents it on a configurable dashboard that displays key performance indicators (KPIs) that impact property operations and functions. Dashboards display KPI metrics that can include energy utilization property wide and by individual guestroom...

BOSTON—Current, powered by GE announced the debut of several new LED fixtures that deliver valuable time savings during installation and long-term flexibility for building retrofits and new construction. The products are debuting at the Grainger Show in Orlando. Current by GE’s RPL is the company’s first flat panel retrofit kit with integrated lighting control sensors. Available in 2’ x 4’ and 2’ x 2’, the RPL was created for commercial offices to minimize installation time, benefiting maintenance teams and office tenants, and to provide instant compatibility with Daintree One and Daintree EZ Connect. The product will be available for order...

SAN ANTONIO—Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of heating, cooling and other room air-conditioning products, has announced it will be the official corporate sponsor of the Long Island Youth Wellness Summit to help prevent teen suicide in Nassau County, N.Y. The summit, held March 19, is designed to provide sophomore and junior-level students, staff and administrators of Nassau County public and private high schools with the necessary resources to promote overall wellness and mental health. The daylong event is led by The Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide (SPTS), and will include suicide awareness and prevention practices,...

WEST PALM BEACH, FLA.—CKI Solutions, known for their innovative products for over 22 years, has licensed an adjustable pillow that provides three densities with just a zip, or an unzip, of the ComforZip. CKI’s President, Steven Gordon says, “Instead of purchasing a variety of pillows, hotels can now purchase one pillow that covers three options: firm, medium or soft. Hotels will love the impact this has on their bottom line.” Hotels can now offer their guests a full pillow menu in one pillow. The pillow is available in standard, queen or king sizes. When making the bed, one can just...

FORT WASHINGTON, PENN.—More than one-third of Americans are literally flushing profits down the toilet for businesses. According to a new survey commissioned by Sofidel, a leading global provider of paper for hygienic and domestic use, 35 percent of Americans say they typically use more toilet paper than needed when using a public restroom. The survey was conducted online by The Harris Poll from February 1 to 5, 2019 among 2,049 U.S. adults ages 18 and older and revealed Americans’ preferences toward business’ sustainability efforts in public restrooms. “When restroom guests use too much toilet paper, it’s not only wasteful and...

LOS ANGELES—Cure4Humanity Inc. announced the world’s first legitimate solution to creating fresh drinking water at the local level worldwide, without needing a physical water source. More than one billion people worldwide do not have access to safe drinking water. The technology uses the earth’s natural humidity in the atmosphere and can harvest up to 2,000 gallons daily from a single Cure4Water Atmospheric Generator. Since 2007 these water generators have improved in energy efficiency more than 1,800 percent, making this a real solution to a deadly crisis. The new global brand “Cure4Water” holds a significant advantage over other water bottlers...

WARWICK, R.I.—To meet strong demand and surging momentum across North America, CleanBrands, the world’s leader in patented waterproof bedding technology that offers the best in healthy, clean sleep, has appointed sales executive Linda Bill to the newly created position of Vice President, Sales, North America. Bill brings more than 20 years of experience in sales, marketing and business development in the hospitality industry. An experienced and tenacious sales executive with demonstrated ability to strategically increase business and consistently surpass sales goals, Bill has a deep knowledge of CleanBrand’s market, products, customers and channel partners, and the ability to transform that...

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA.—Valley Forge Fabrics, the largest supplier of decorative performance fabrics and fabric products for the hospitality design sector, has appointed Ryan Haley as the new Director of Sales for their Hospitality division. Haley reports directly to Diana & Mikey Dobin, Co-CEO’s of Valley Forge. He joins Kimberly Roeser (VP Industry Relations), Katy Daly (VP Sales) and Jack Sullivan (Director Distributor Sales) on Valley Forge’s Hospitality sales leadership team. Ryan brings with him 17 years of experience from American Hotel Register Company as Director of Global Accounts overseeing a team of 17 people. He and his team were responsible...

LOS ANGELES—Quipworks announced the nationwide expansion of its cutting-edge GLSand glass reduction system. Designed for bars, hotels, resorts, and holiday homes, the machine allows owners to easily recycle glass materials into fine sand or grit in just a few seconds. The GLSand system is distributed by Quipworks, which provides sustainable equipment to help the hospitality industry reduce waste, control costs, and ensure a safer environment for customers and crews. The GLSand glass reduction system was introduced with great success at The Ranch at Laguna Beach, a luxury resort in Southern California. Since its implementation, the machine has helped staff at the...

SAN DIEGO—Eldorado Stone unveiled five new color palettes across four of its most popular stone and brick profiles during the 2019 National Association of Home Builder’s International Builders Show (IBS) in Las Vegas. Each debut showcased the manufacturer’s intricate, hand painted color application process and represents the latest advancements in color layering techniques for architectural stone veneer. The new options include two new colors for award-winning Vintage Ranch, along with one new hue each in Limestone, RomaBrick and LedgeCut33. “We listen closely to the architecture and design community as we continue to innovate our products and incorporate the latest techniques...