FORT WASHINGTON, PENN.—Sofidel, a leading global provider of paper for hygienic and domestic use, introduced its Papernet Multifold Paper Towels for North America. The new format is available in Dry Tech, Dissolve Tech, Heavenly Soft Superior and conventional options for commercial facilities. “Offering these innovative paper towels in multifold sizes allows facilities to use them in any universal multifold or trifold dispenser,” said Fabio Vitali, Vice President AFH Marketing & Sales for Sofidel America. “They feature high-quality construction to deliver reliable hand drying and cleaning performance, while still being economical.” Papernet Dry Tech hand towels utilize a special drying process to...

ORLANDO, FLA.—Intelity has unveiled another tool designed to enhance guest experiences. Intelity Voice Request is a product that leverages Amazon’s Alexa to give guests immediate access to room controls, hotel services, restaurant information and more. The hands-free device, powered by the cloud-based digital assistant, enables guests to speak to their room with voice-activated commands. “Voice Request acts as a personal butler for each guest,” said David Adelson, Intelity President and CEO. “It’s effortless and convenient, enabling guests to adjust room temperature, turn on the lights or TV, open and close drapery, and perform a range of other tasks with just...

BALTIMORE—Vulcan has earned a 2017 Hotel Experience Show Editor’s Choice Award for its industry-first Energy Star certified electric floor steamer. The Vulcan Low Water Energy (LWE) twin generator electric floor steamer earned the foodservice equipment award for being judged the best new foodservice product introduced in the last year. Without any sacrifice to cook time or quality, the LWE uses 90 percent less water and 50 percent less energy, enabling high-volume kitchens to maximize production, minimize downtime and achieve substantial cost savings. “With its large capacity, energy- and resource-saving features and leading-edge steaming technology, the LWE is perfect for busy...

ORLANDO, FLA.—El Cid Resorts says it is proud to have Tesla, one of the world’s most cutting-edge automotive companies, choose El Cid Marina Beach Hotel in Mazatlán to be the location of the city’s first Destination Charging Station. El Cid Marina Beach Hotel now has two Tesla Wall Connectors and an additional universal charger to use with other electric cars. Currently, only properties approved by Tesla can have the Tesla Wall Connectors which are Level-2 charging stations. These Tesla-specific stations can provide up to 58 miles of driving range per hour of charge. El Cid will continue to work with Elon...

DALTON, GA.—Go Green Synthetic Lawn Solutions announces a major initiative to shift its manufacturing focus to more sustainable and environmentally friendly products. This change began with the inception of including a soy-based backing system on their artificial grass landscape and golf products. Universal Textile Technologies, innovators of BioCel and pioneers using recycled and bio-based materials to produce state of the art technologies in the textile industry for over 20 years, provides Go Green products with an exceptional backing system that adds more value and a better choice for the consumer. The BioCel system utilizes plant-based polyols derived from renewable natural oils...

ST. PAUL, MINN.—Ecolab Inc., a global leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies and services, was recognized as one of America’s Most Just Companies by Forbes magazine and JUST Capital, a nonprofit that ranks the largest publicly traded U.S. corporations on the issues Americans care about most. Ecolab was recognized for outperforming its peers on criteria including worker pay and treatment, job creation, healthy products and communities, and environmental impact. “We’re honored by this recognition,” said Ecolab Chairman and CEO Douglas M. Baker, Jr. “We have long believed that by aligning our economic, environmental and social priorities, we perform better...

SPOKANE, WASH.—Ecova, a leading energy and sustainability management company, has been selected by Hyatt Corp. to provide comprehensive energy management services for the company’s new headquarters that opened in August 2017. Hyatt has also renewed its existing contract with Ecova to continue delivering intelligent energy management strategy options/recommendations for hotels within its select service portfolio. Ecova understands that many businesses, particularly those in the hospitality industry with hundreds of sites, are challenged to identify trends for energy, water, waste, and telecommunications expenses. Ecova maintains the largest database of utility data for the hospitality market, which drives robust benchmarking for organizations. In...

PHILADELPHIA—Aramark announced that it completed the previously announced acquisition of Avendra for approximately $1.35 billion, or a net purchase price of $1.05 billion after adjusting for the value of the anticipated tax benefits. Avendra is the leading hospitality procurement services provider in North America, managing nearly $5 billion in annual purchasing spend for over 650 companies at more than 8,500 locations, including over half of the Top 30 hotel chains. Avendra was founded in 2001 by five hospitality leaders: Marriott, Hyatt, Fairmont Hotels, ClubCorp and IHG. “By uniting the proven purchasing and supply chain management expertise of our two companies, we...

CAMPBELL, CALIF.—ChargePoint announced Valet, a new feature that gives valet staff in fleet, multi-family, workplace, hospitality and other locations a simple view into the real-time status of individual vehicles and charging ports, as well as notifications when cars have finished charging. Valet simplifies the process of switching charged vehicles for vehicles that need a charge and enables valet providers to serve more EV drivers more efficiently. EV sales continue to set new records, and 2017 has already seen more EV deliveries than any other year. Valet simplifies the process of charging and enables valet service providers to accommodate more vehicles....

JASPER, IND.—Indiana Furniture debuted a new collection of lounge seating and tables at NeoCon East this November. The Bailey Collection, a collaboration with designer Chris Carter, offers a distinct angle on Mid-Century modern with sculptural seats and sleek, chrome-finished steel frames. Bailey’s unique angled settees and sofas support new design footprints—alongside a selection of lounge chairs, tables and a stylish ottoman. “When Chris approached us with this design, we knew it was what we were looking for,” said Indiana Furniture VP of Sales and Marketing Mike Blessinger. “The shape of the angled settees, the soft square tables and low...