University Cleaning

Last week we looked at one solution for outdoor cleaning. This week, we will discuss a cleaning solution used in university and educational facility cleaning applications. University facilities present a unique cleaning challenge due to their size and scope, in addition to the various types of flooring that require cleaning.

At Eastern Washington University (EWU) there are more than 10,000 students, which means a high quantity of classrooms and areas to clean. EWU has approximately two million square feet of hard and soft flooring to maintain on a daily basis. When asked to describe his toughest cleaning challenge, the custodial manager at EWU, Ray Godin, said, “By far, our toughest cleaning problem is maintaining all of our carpets and a wide variety of hard-surface floors.” Godin was searching for an alternative to using separate pieces of equipment for cleaning each type of flooring. He found the Advance Adphibian™ extractor/scrubber that cleans both soft and hard surface floors.

The Adphibian is designed to enable cleaning staff to use one machine to clean carpets and scrub hard floors, maximizing efficiency and flexibility. The Adphibian offers a quick 30-second tools-free changeover to let operators switch between using a full-functioning carpet extractor and a cylindrical scrubber.

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New Upright Vacuum Delivers Exceptional Cleaning Performance for the Hospitality Market

Advance introduces the newest addition to the company’s upright vacuum product line with the Spectrum™ 12H Single Motor Upright Vacuum. With high-quality dirt pickup and filtration capabilities, the Spectrum 12H is designed to withstand the demanding environmental conditions and the unique operational needs found in the hospitality market.

Featuring a 12-inch cleaning path, the Spectrum 12H delivers exceptional dirt pickup and edge cleaning, allowing for one-pass cleaning and greater staff productivity. Operators experience superior cleaning performance and carpet care results with the following benefits:

• Lightweight, ergonomic design ensures greater operator comfort and productivity.
• High-efficiency, three-stage sealed H.E.P.A. filtration system provides improved indoor air quality, increasing operator and guest comfort.
• Efficient cleaning accessories, including a comfortable, quick-draw wand and onboard tools simplifies detailing work.
• Quiet operation at 69 dB A allows for easy daytime cleaning without disturbing staff and guests.

The Spectrum 12H has earned the Carpet and Rug Institute Seal of Approval (CRI-SOA) certification. CRI-SOA certification ensures proven cleaning effectiveness, keeping a facility’s carpet looking great for longer. CRI-SOA certification also indicates the Spectrum 12H meets requirements for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification and the Green Seal Standard for Commercial and Institutional Cleaning Services (GS-42).

For more information on the Advance Spectrum 12H Single Motor Upright Vacuum, visit http://www.advance-us.com.