NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Just-Lift Toilet Seat Hinge System

AnneTFM — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:51:41 +0000

The Just-Lift® hinge system from Bemis enables housekeeping staff to pull toilet seats straight up for easier cleaning.

by AnneTFM

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Winning the War on Germs

HeidiTFM — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:04:46 +0000

The uncertain severity and timing of this year’s flu activity means that schools, businesses, and workplaces need to prepare for higher absenteeism rates, along with cases of presenteeism—when someone goes to work or school while sick—leading to productivity declines and the possibility of spreading illness to others.

by HeidiTFM

EPA’s WaterSense Releases First Commercial Building Product Spec

AnneTFM — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:51:46 +0000

This first specification focused on identifying water efficient flushing urinals.

by AnneTFM

Wash Your Hands!

AnneTFM — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:26:31 +0000

For National Clean Hands Week (September 20-26) Georgia-Pacific Professional has made a poster available online to promote good hand hygiene practices among elementary school children.

by AnneTFM

FRIDAY FUNNY: Butt I Don’t Mean To Offend You; I Just Want To Make You More Aware

HeidiTFM — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:45:21 +0000

After checking out this toilet paper awareness campaign in Copenhagen, I am now convinced that Hamlet wasn’t the only Dane off his nut. Brace yourself for this… (Warning: photo is a bit gross!)

by HeidiTFM

New Product Flash: Flexi-Mount Wall Bracket

AnneTFM — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:32:21 +0000

A flexible mounting bracket has a hidden spring that allows urinal screens to flex just the right amount.

by AnneTFM

WEIRD WEDNESDAY: Restrooms Back In Times Square For The Holidays

AnneTFM — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:58:02 +0000

For the third year, Charmin has placed 20 deluxe stalls in the heart of this tourist area to make it a little easier for New Yorkers and visitors alike.

by AnneTFM

Seven Ways To Reduce Restroom Contamination

HeidiTFM — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 13:34:34 +0000

A seven point scale rates restroom design according to how effectively it reduces the possibility of spreading or catching germs.

by HeidiTFM

Falcon Waterfree Products In Beijing

AnneTFM — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 13:30:18 +0000

The company’s waterfree urinals have been installed at several Olympic venues.

by AnneTFM

Tool To Calculate Environmental Impact Of Tork Products

AnneTFM — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 13:35:19 +0000

SCA Tissue is offering a free online tool that shows how using its line recycled towel and tissue products lightens environmental footprints.

by AnneTFM

WEIRD WEDNESDAY: A Low Tech Solution To A High Tech Problem

HeidiTFM — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 13:08:00 +0000

This story comes from Alex Papadimoulis of The Stalled Server Room. It was originally posted on 6/24/08.
According to Papadimoulis, one company was forced to move from its second floor space to another location on the first floor of the same building when its lease came up. The request seemed easy enough, aside from the slight [...]

by HeidiTFM