Listeria and Listerioris in the food industry under scrutiny
The Drycleaning sector favours the environment
Innovation in the laundry industry has led to many new developments allowing the drycleaning sector to re-qualify itself to the great benefit of the environment as well as the end-user. Biodegradable solvents Chemical formula optimisations mean that a wider range of textiles can now be confidently cleaned in a more sustainable manner. When it […]
Metagenomics applied to the food industry
Controlling microbiological contamination is of vital importance for the food industry to prevent food alterations or risks for consumers’ safety. Microbiological controls in food and work environments usually revolve around assessing microbiological indicators, for example, counting total aerobic microorganisms or enterobacteria, or identifying the presence of pathogenic microorganisms such as Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella or Campylobacter. […]
Hygiene through cavitation: ultrasonic cleaning in the food industry
Cavitation: an innovative cleaning and disinfection system for the food industry based on ultrasonic technology, that will significantly shorten, improve and automate cleaning processes. Using cavitation, in combination with high temperatures and specific chemistry, dirt and grease are easily removed, and microorganisms and biofilms are eliminated. The ultrasonic system can be incorporated into the production […]
Why feeling the cold makes sense for laundries
Employed as early as 1906 to treat the water supply in Paris and used today in some processes for producing bottled water, ozone is known for its bleaching action and ability to kill bacteria and viruses. It also has a practical, money-saving application in laundry operations.
Clean sheets – the number one feel good factor
A survey of 2000 people in Great Britain, carried out by BUPA in 2015, showed that sleeping in a freshly made bed was the number one feel good factor. Almost two thirds (62%) of the people surveyed said that the feel of fresh, clean sheets was one of their favourite moments in life.
Fright Night
Halloween is upon us and it’s time for costumes, pumpkins, scary masks and fake blood. No doubt like most years, there will be the last minute scramble for a costume, shops have sold out and you need to produce something quick.
It’ll Be All White On The Night
The first thing that springs to mind is the fact that any marks, stains or dirt will immediately show and how hard it must be to get the sheets back to pristine, bright white.
Naturally clean
Sometimes, especially with children and pets around, you need something more than your washing powder, liquid or capsule to get out unwanted stains. There are lots of eco-friendly items you can use to tackle stains, all of which you will most likely find in your larder or kitchen cabinet.
A World of Washing
According to Swedish statistician Hans Rosling, around 2 out of 7 billion people in the world have access to washing machines, which leaves approx. 5 billion, 71.4%, who still hand wash their clothes.
How clean is the average UK home?
It’s that time of year when we Brits tackle the big ‘Spring Clean’, all those cleaning jobs that we only do once a year or have left for a rainy day. We are, in general, a house proud nation, with manicured lawns, trimmed hedges and are DIY enthusiasts, at least on Bank Holidays.