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ISSA Show North America goes for Gold
ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, has announced that ISSA Show North America has been named to Trade Show Executive’s (TSE) Gold 100 Class of 2024, recognising the 100 largest trade shows held in the US.
This honour highlights the continued growth, scale and impact of ISSA Show North America as a flagship event for the global cleaning and facility solutions industries.
The Gold 100 ranking is based on net square feet of paid exhibit space – an indicator of both industry demand and event influence. ISSA Show North America’s inclusion is a testament to the strength of the commercial, institutional and residential cleaning market and the critical role the show plays in uniting professionals who keep our built environments clean, safe and healthy.
John Barrett, ISSA Executive Director, said: “To be recognised among the country’s largest and most influential trade shows is a reflection of the passion and purpose that drives the cleaning and facility solutions industry. ISSA Show North America continues to be where innovation meets action – and where the people who power the industry come to connect, learn and lead.”
Held annually, ISSA Show North America brings together thousands of cleaning professionals, facility managers, distributors, manufacturers and industry leaders from around the world. The show features robust education, hands-on training, product showcases, certification programs and thought leadership designed to elevate standards and improve operations across the cleaning and maintenance spectrum.
The 2024 Gold 100 honourees will be celebrated at the TSE Gold 100 Awards & Summit, taking place 4-6 September 2025 at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara, California. The event recognises shows that shape the future of trade and provides a forum for organisers to share strategies for continued excellence. To view the full list of 2024 honourees, click here.
Planning is already underway for the 2025 ISSA Show North America, where ISSA will continue to shine a spotlight on the essential work of the industry and the innovations shaping its future.
www.issashow.com
Recorra installs AI-powered robotic
sorting arm Recorra has installed and launched a state-of-the-art, artificial intelligence (AI) powered robotic sorting arm at its Purfleet Materials Recovery Facility (MRF).
The system is now fully operational and marks the first phase of a £1m investment aimed at boosting safety, efficiency and sorting capacity across the site.
Developed by British technology company Recycleye, the new system combines AI, precision robotics and real-time data analytics to identify and separate materials from the recycling received at the MRF with speed and accuracy. The installation includes a live analytics dashboard that tracks material composition and provides performance data, offering Recorra new insight into waste trends and MRF performance.
The robotic arm features an AI vision unit, which uses advanced machine learning and camera systems to identify items as they pass under the machine. A high-speed robotic
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arm equipped with a vacuum extractor unit then uses suction to pick up and sort the items into designated bins. The system processes between 35 and 60 items per minute and operates continuously, improving throughput.
The technology improves operational safety by reducing manual interaction with waste and machinery, allowing staff to be redeployed to safer, higher-skilled roles. Additionally, while the arm is currently used to sort cardboard, mixed plastics and coffee cups, the AI can be trained to recognise new materials over time, offering long-term adaptability to changes in waste composition and recycling regulations.
Bill Swan, Managing Director of Recorra, said: “It’s exciting to see the new AI sorting arm installed at our MRF. This represents a major step forward in how we process recyclables, integrating advanced technology in order to improve the accuracy, efficiency and safety of our MRF. It’s a powerful example of how innovation can drive real progress in our industry.”
www.recorra.co.uk
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