Despite their high cost, lithium-ion batteries are leading the charge in cordless cleaning. In recent years, lithium-ion batteries have gained popularity in floor care equipment, rapidly replacing lead-acid batteries as the preferred chemistry to power machines big and small — from ride-on sweepers and microscrubbers to backpack vacuums. And it’s no wonder: in addition to… read more
Welcome to the latest ISSA Legislative & Regulatory Update, a biweekly roundup of the public-policy issues currently impacting the full cleaning supply chain. This update touches on a federal judge blocking the FTC’s noncompete ban, an updated Safer Choice Standard, the impact of extended-producer-responsibility policies on the cleaning and facility-solutions industry, and more. Want to… read more
The Role of Paper Ballots, Their Security and How They’re Made How Does Paper Support Elections? Paper is an important part of the American election process. The paper industry is proud to make paper ballots and other election materials, including: “I Voted” stickers Ballot envelopes Voter registration forms Instruction materials Paper ballots help provide reliability… read more
Technology is typically the first thing that comes to mind when discussing the setbacks of the modern food industry and the strategies to overcome them. In today’s tech-driven age, the integration of AI in fast food industry is indispensable to streamline day-to-day operations, address industry challenges, and eventually transform business in a major way! The… read more
Retailers are struggling to staff hospitality businesses, but robotic innovations offer high-efficiency, low-maintenance options. Retailers are turning to robotic solutions in countries where longer life expectancies and falling birth rates are reducing the hospitality talent pool, according to a new report. GlobalData’s new Future of Consumer report says: “The number of people available to work… read more
Discover how cutting-edge technologies are transforming food safety management and streamlining processes. Maintaining food safety and quality is always of the utmost importance for those in the food service industry. Whether it’s evolving menus, ingredient tracking or supply chain management, lack of proper food safety management can expose companies to increased risks, decrease customer satisfaction… read more
Needless to say, an HVAC for restaurants is extremely important, as this system plays a crucial role in maintaining air quality, heating, cooling, and removing contaminants from the air. Because of this, maintaining a close partnership with your HVAC contractor is crucial, as the state of your HVAC system is significant for ensuring the longevity… read more
The HVACR industry is on the cusp of a significant shift with the refrigerant transition from R-410A to R-32 or R-454B. This transformation takes effect in 2025, reflecting the impact of new environmental regulations and a growing demand for more sustainable solutions. Tim Brizendine, Vice President of Product Management at Lennox Residential HVAC, offers his… read more
Suppli, the digital accounts receivable platform that enables construction distributors and suppliers to turn their credit department into a competitive advantage, today announced it has been selected by Affiliated Distributors (“AD”) as a Preferred Service Provider. AD’s Service Provider program is designed to bring growth-oriented independent distributors and best-in-class supplier and service provider partners together… read more
Recent reports of possible portion-size discrepancies at Chipotle are a cautionary tale for brands, highlighting a few critical issues in the restaurant industry: consistently meeting customer expectations and the swift power of social media. Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine connected with Kim Lawton, founder and CEO of New York City-based marketing agency Enthuse to discuss… read more