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Motion sensitive soap and sanitiser
Chemical-free, ionised
A complete end-to-end solution for each Both the soap and sanitizer
water cleaning tool
touchless hand hygiene solu- stage of the products automatically
tion has been unveiled by process.
Just announced in Europe and newly available to UK businesses
dispense a pre-selected
Lotus Professional with the The enMotion
and industry for chemical-free cleaning is the Activeion ionator
amount of each product,
addition of two products to Antibacterial Foam
EXP, a handheld, on-demand, completely chemical-free
reducing waste and cost. The
complete the hygienic Soap has been
cleaning tool that activates and converts tap water into ionised
dispenser comes with
enMotion range. developed to deliver
water, a powerful bacteria-killing
adjustable settings, allowing
The electronic enMotion a dose of dense rich
cleanser that also kills the swine ‘flu
users to choose between
Antibacterial Foam Soap and foam. With the
virus from surfaces, where it can live
0.4ml or 0.7ml shots.
enMotion Foam Hand ability to kill viruses
for 24hrs or more.
Emma Nourry, trade
Sanitizer are motion such as H1N1 and
The Activeion ionator EXP, slightly
marketing manager at Lotus
sensitive, requiring no hand- SARS, as well as
larger than a conventional trigger-
Professional, said: “The
to-product touch and bacteria such as
spray bottle, is simply filled with tap
industry-leading enMotion
therefore considerably MRSA and E-Coli,
water, with no added chemicals.
towel-dispenser range has
reducing the spread of the enMotion soap
When the trigger is pressed, a 12V
proven to be a professionally
germs. is the hygienically
diaphragm pump starts a continuous
proficient and failsafe
The World Health superior choice
flow of water. The tap water passes
solution in the most
Organisation (WHO) compared to some
through a water cell that applies a
hygienically demanding
identifies three steps to traditional soaps.
small electrical charge, activating the
and hospitality industries environments, and the two
healthy hand-hygiene: wash Though vicious on germs,
water, after which it passes through
where regular hand-washing latest enMotion products are
with soap, dry with single- the enMotion soap contains
an ion-exchange membrane and is
is a key part of day-to-day set to match this level of
use paper towel and disinfect a blend of emollients, such as
separated into an oxygen-rich
practice. enMotion Foam efficiency. Both the soap and
with alcohol hand-rub. Lotus Aloe Vera and glycerin -
mixture of positively and negatively
Hand Sanitizer’s enhanced sanitiser have been designed
Professional supersedes this ingredients specially selected
charged nano-bubbles. The
ultra-modern formula kills to provide a very resourceful,
requirement with the to be gentle on the skin and
activated water breaks down dirt
many harmful germs and yet stylish and cost-effective
completion of the enMotion therefore making it a choice
from most surfaces including glass,
viruses including MRSA, E- solution to hand-hygiene.”
range, providing a touchless product for use in catering
stainless steel, wood, carpet, natural stone, marble and
Coli, Norovirus and H1N1. www.lotusprofessional.co.uk
clothing. In fact, it can replace many general-purpose chemical
cleaners commonly used for these types of surfaces.
Independent third-party lab results certify that when used as
directed, the Activeion ionator EXP kills 99.9% of harmful
common bacteria such as E. Coli, E. Coli 0157:H7, VRE,
Pseudomonas, Salmonella, Staph, MRSA, and Listeria, and
eliminates the 2009 H1N1 influenza A swine ‘flu virus in just six
seconds. With the Activeion ionator EXP, cleaning professionals
everywhere can save time, reduce costs, and protect the
Join Us And Make a
environment and people.
“Given the increasing focus in Europe on environmentally
The Exhibition for everyone
Difference!
safe products, we’re pleased to be launching this chemical-free
cleaning product and to be contributing to helping UK
involved in the Carpet &
organisations further reduce their carbon footprints,” said
Andre G. Krell, general manager of Activeion (Europe) GmbH,
Upholstery Cleaning Industry
based in Baden, Switzerland. “We have test results proving the
environmental benefits of switching to the Activeion ionator
EXP - benefits which include 97% less acid rain, 99% less
global warming, 99% less smog, 99% less ozone depletion,
98% less air pollution, 99% less energy consumption, and
100% less water pollution.”
www.activeion.com
Spring is in the air
WHO ARE BICSc?
Spring is the newest addition to the TimeMist seasonal fra-
grance range, designed to offer customers an evolving palette
to suit the time of year.
The British Institute of Cleaning Science was A fresh, lively fragrance, it is packed full of fresh floral
founded in 1961 and its vision is to be the natural aromas, designed to bring a feel of
choice for education and accreditation within the Spring to washrooms, waiting
cleaning industry. rooms and reception areas across
BICSc is the awarding body for its internationally
Europe. Featuring a layered fruity,
recognised workplace-based qualifications for
floral fragrance with sparkling
many types of cleaning environments. Training
mandarin and bergamot, the Spring
for these certificated schemes is available through
fragrance is harmonised by subtle
approved assessors and training centres.
touches of jasmine and blackberry.
TimeMist understands that
With over 4,000 individual members, our aim is to fragrance can form an integral part
lift the profile and status of the industry by of the customer experience, and
involving our members in paving the way to has developed a comprehensive
raising the standards through training and range of products to suit a variety
education. By becoming a member you of applications. A wide choice of
demonstrate your commitment to doing this. high quality dispensers provide
More than this, the Institute has a network of
customers with tailored fragrance
Regions who hold regular meetings, conferences
solutions to meet individual needs and offer many features
and social events across the UK.
including standard timed options, full programmability and
compact sizes along with a 5 year product guarantee.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
www.timemisteurope.com
• Use of the membership grade title on letters, Cleaning - with just cold water
business cards, etc.
A recent study found that people spend six years of their life
• Technical helpdesk for advice on employment
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matters and health & safety as well as cleaning issues
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than traditional cleaning products. In fact, they’re so safe they
even have a children’s range.
selected brokers
TRACK ENTRY BADGE
Studies reveal that the average UK household spends £130 a
• Chance to join a healthcare insurance scheme year on cleaning products, and that our least favourite cleaning
• Opportunity to join a focus group to help shape the
task - the bathroom - takes on average 22.3 minutes to
complete. Traditional cleaning products expose us to a cocktail of
www.carpex.co.uk
future of the industry
• Opportunity to take office at regional level and also
toxic chemicals which are ingested, inhaled and cause a variety of
illnesses and allergies.
on the Institute Council
In an effort to combat the dangers discovered in the studies,
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For an information pack, call 01604 678710,
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e-mail info@bics.org.uk or visit the
grease and dirt up to 50% faster, conserving water and
website www.bics.org.uk for membership details.
eliminating plastic bottles and packaging.
www.enjo.co.uk
24 C&M March 2010
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