bacteria. This should be carried out across all areas, paying particular attention to high touch point areas.
For cleaning and disinfecting, it’s worth considering the materials used in your products, such as mops and cloths, as there are many options on the market now made from recycled materials.
Robert Scott manufactures a range of mops and cloths made from recycled yarns; microfibre cloths and flat mops are also a suitable long-lasting option as microfibre can be laundered and reused many times. We also supply a range of products made from sustainably-sourced materials such as FSC-certified brush ware, as well as recycled plastic spray bottles and buckets.
We’ve also launched a new range called Ecofibre which includes the Ecofibre cloth, made from 55% recycled plastic and offering the same cleaning power of traditional microfibre. There's also the Ecofibre scourer, a recycled, non-scratch scouring pad for tough, eco-friendly cleaning which is made using 40% plant fibres including nut shells and 15% recycled polyester.
The other area where sustainability gains can be made is looking at alternative cleaning agents. For example, Toucan Eco is a powerful, eco-friendly, and safe disinfectant cleaner that’s produced on-demand from water, salt, and electricity. Its active compounds are hypochlorous acid and a low concentration of sodium hypochlorite, which create a powerful yet safe solution, reducing the need for over 80% of synthetic chemical cleaners and the single-use plastic bottles they are supplied in. The solution is proven to kill up to 99.999% of germs and is certified to EN antiviral and antibacterial tests.
It can be used with the Toucan Eco 1-Litre Worktop units, as well as the larger Active Plus unit that can be installed on site and is ideal for larger facilities.
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Floorcare focus
The longer holiday period presents an ideal time for deep cleaning floors using rotary machines or scrubber dryers. For deep cleaning, we recommend using standard floor pads for the stripping of floors in preparation for polishes and sealants being laid, and KGS Flexis floor pads to ensure maximum performance.
They’re a good example of sustainable innovation in this area as they’re made with microcrystal technology and, when used wet, they don’t require a chemical agent. You can strip and polish using a step-by-step process with different pad types, but for maximum performance we recommend the four-step process of Flexis – red, blue, yellow, and green in sequence, and each with five passes using water.
After stripping has taken place, the final stage is laying polish to seal the floor. The Microtext Kit is the perfect tool for doing this as it creates a smooth and even finish. You can also use a microfibre window cleaning sleeve and T-bar applicator which fits a handle – this is an effective and quick way of applying floor polishes.
Although facilities will be closed to pupils and staff, it’s also important to remember that risk assessments should always be adhered to, and appropriate signage used to maintain optimum health and safety standards.
For more information, please visit the website below, or speak to a member of Robert Scott’s Clean Team first for further advice. You can also download the education cleaning guide for the full range of products.
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