CLEANING: PRODUCT AND SERVICE FOCUS
NO COMPROMISE NEEDED
Mark Jankovich, Founder and CEO of Delphis Eco, looks at the company’s Eco Commercial Cleaning Range formats and how they can help companies reach their sustainability goals whilst keeping hygiene standards high.
Delphis Eco’s Commercial Cleaning Range is the professional brand of choice with over 16 years of industry experience cleaning within the toughest environments.
The multi award-winning range is the most environmentally-friendly, effective, and safe cleaning product range available to the professional cleaning sector. Products are plant-based, biodegradable and non- harmful to users and the environment.
Bottled in 100% post-consumer recycled British plastic, the Delphis Eco professional range is available in both cost- effective refills and ready-to-use bottles. The labels are printed with biodegradable vegetable ink, and boxes and liners are made from FSC-approved recyclable cardboard.
Not only is Delphis Eco a certified B-Corp, but it was the first UK manufacturer to achieve EU Ecolabel accreditation and continues to offer the greatest number of products with this stamp.
Sustainable without compromising hygiene standards The brand is valued as an industry innovator, loved by professionals for being extraordinarily effective and approved by the planet for kindness to the environment.
There are many products in this range, all of which are available in five-litre formats including: Waterless Hand Rub, Washroom Cleaner, Toilet Cleaner, Washing Up Liquid, Bio Urinal Blocks, Limescale Remover, Chewing Gum and Graffiti Remover, Cabinet Glass Washer, Hard Water Dishwasher Liquid, Combi Oven Cleaner.
What to watch out for when assessing cleaning products There are markers to watch for when assessing products and how these might impact the health of staff and customers, as well as the environment.
Key warning signs are products which contain Phosphates, Chlorine, Ammonia, Bleach, EDTAs and APES. And it’s important to understand what each of them does:
Phosphates and Phosphonates: Traditional detergents are a source of phosphorous in waterways which in turn causes over-fertilisation of aquatic flora like algae. When these floras die, they decay and use up oxygen, causing the death of fish, invertebrates, and aquatic organisms.
EDTA: This is a binding agent common in cleaning products. EDTA does not break down fully in the natural environment, making it a persistent pollutant. It’s also
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potentially harmful to people and animals causing problems from nausea to kidney damage.
APES: These hormone-mimicking compounds are found in around 55% of commercial cleaning products. When APEs escape into the environment, they break down into chemicals called nonylphenols. Nonylphenols contaminate the food chain and are lethal to fish at low concentrations and can affect human and animal development.
VOCs (fumes): These organic chemical compounds are able to evaporate under normal indoor conditions, causing indoor air pollution which can adversely impact the health of humans and animals – particularly those with underlying conditions such as asthma.
Ammonia: Can cause severe burns and respiratory issues if it comes into contact with skin or is ingested.
Chlorine: Whilst there was a commonly held belief that chlorine can make a good disinfectant, it is very reactive and can be corrosive. It can also give off fumes and gases which are hazardous to health.
Evaluate the cleaning products being used It is really important that FMs evaluate the cleaning products being used and consider swapping ‘conventional’ cleaning agents ladened with harmful chemicals for eco- friendly alternatives. Look out for bio-degradable, non- toxic, and plant-based cleaning solutions that have certified eco-labels as these products can be just as powerful in removing greases, grime, and stains but are much kinder to your guests, your staff, and the planet.
To achieve best practice, training is vitally important to gain an understanding of products and the potential harm they can cause to users and consumers. Alongside this comes regular refresher courses to support and motivate the team. By ensuring that staff observe and implement eco-friendly behaviours, it can create a cleaner and healthier environment for all.
Make the switch As well as the safe and effective cleaning products within the range, Delphis Eco also offer in-person sustainability training to ensure efficient and effective product usage. The company works collaboratively with businesses to understand their sustainability goals and commitments as well as providing personalised carbon reporting.
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