Imperial Dade Insights

• Floor Care
• Hard Floor Care
• Janitorial

There are many misconceptions about the meaning of “solids” and their role in floor finishes. It has been a longstanding belief that the quality of a floor finish is related to the amount or percentage of solids in a floor finish. This would mean all...

• Janitorial
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Commercial wet mops are an important tool in most every facility. They are the traditional, go-to tool for cleaning spill prone spots, periodically maintaining heavy traffic areas, and several other floor cleaning procedures. With the right mopping...

• Floor Care
• Hard Floor Care
• Janitorial

Even with comprehensive daily and periodic cleaning procedures like vacuuming and cleaning with an auto scrubber, commercial hard flooring will eventually experience damage and begin to look worn. The top of your floor is covered with a finish to protect...

• Janitorial
• Janitorial Equipment
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Looking for the best commercial vacuum for your facility? To help you narrow down the choices we created a list of the 8 best commercial vacuum cleaners of 2023. Read more to find out which will be the best fit for your business.

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Reducing the spread of pathogens in your facility has likely never been more front-of-mind given the current Coronavirus situation. One of the best and most effective ways to reduce the spread of pathogens is with handwashing, according to the CDC....

• Janitorial
• Janitorial Equipment
• Other

When purchasing janitorial cleaning equipment, the main focus typically relies on finding a machine that fits your budget and will provide your facility with a range of benefits such as improved worker productivity and enhanced cleaning results.

• Janitorial
• Janitorial Equipment
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Backpack vacuums have become popular in many commercial facilities. They provide janitorial staff with a range of benefits including increased range of motion, improved safety, reduced fatigue, and improved user comfort. When using a commercial backpack...

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Gloves, a form of personal protection equipment (PPE), are one of the first lines of defense in protecting workers from injury and other serious health risks. As the 2019 Coronavirus situation continues there is a high demand for personal protection...

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• Warewash & Laundry

In every foodservice operation spotless wares and clean utensils play an important role in customer satisfaction. Consumers associate spotty wares with dirt and carelessness, discouraging them from repeat visits.

• Floor Care
• Hard Floor Care
• Janitorial

As the demand for more sustainable buildings continues to grow, the importance of green cleaning and maintenance procedures have never been more important. In nearly every market, including healthcare, education, hospitality, and elsewhere, more sustainable...

• Floor Care
• Hard Floor Care
• Janitorial

Over time it is inevitable that your resilient hard floor will begin to experience wear and tear from everyday foot traffic. The top of your floor is covered with a finish to protect against the accumulation of dirt, scratches, spills, and other effects...

• COVID Resources
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Implementing an effective cleaning and disinfecting process is important to protecting your facility against Coronavirus. However, as the situation regarding the novel Coronavirus outbreak continues there is a high demand for infection control products....

• Cleaning & Disinfecting
• COVID Resources
• Janitorial

COVID-19, commonly referred to as coronavirus, is a highly contagious respiratory disease that has been devastating countries worldwide. Its most common symptoms include dry cough, high fever, and shortness of breath. As of this posting, all 50 states...

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Orders for infection control products like disinfectants and other related items have increased across the nation as Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) continues to spread. Manufacturers of these products are having difficulty keeping up with demand, and your...

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Great tasting, good quality food and a pleasant dining experience is not enough to satisfy customers and encourage repeat visits. Customers desire a complete dining experience including everything from polite and attentive staff and short wait times...

• Cost Savings & Innovation
• Foodservice
• Other

Consumers today are constantly on the move, and carry-out, delivery and third party delivery services have become the norm for many restaurants and other foodservice establishments. As a result, disposable take-out packaging has become an essential...

• Janitorial
• Janitorial Equipment
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Broken equipment is not only frustrating but delays worker productivity. Understanding when your equipment is in need of simple maintenance like tightening a loose hose or cleaning a filter can save you the extra time of bringing it in for professional...

• How To (Step-by-Step) Articles
• Janitorial
• Janitorial Equipment

Commercial floor buffers and burnishers are used to improve floor appearance throughout your facility. To remain effective, floor pads need to be periodically replaced after wear, and they should be removed after each maintenance procedure to avoid...

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Common in most facilities, wet mops are used to complete various cleaning procedures. Wet mops are the perfect tool to combat floor stains in entryways, maintain heavy traffic areas, clean spill-prone spots, or to perform floor disinfection. However,...

• Janitorial
• Janitorial Equipment
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If you’re asking the question, “How much does a carpet extractor cost?” you’re probably getting ready to invest in a commercial carpet extractor or replace your current machine.  Carpet extractors can be a critical component of your carpet care...

• Foodservice
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• Sustainable Packaging

When it comes to product disposal, understanding what foodservice packaging products are recyclable can play a big role in satisfying your customers and lowering your environmental footprint. It is important to understand the disposal options of the...

• Foodservice
• Green Cleaning & Sustainability
• Other

As the trend toward sustainability grows, and plastic straws become the target of increasing government regulations, businesses are looking for alternatives for the traditional plastic straw.  There are several available alternatives, and selecting...

• Janitorial
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Winter is quickly approaching, bringing its own mix of harsh conditions and cleaning challenges. Now is the time to start preparing for the wet wintery effects that come with snow, ice, and slush. Soils, snow, and ice melt are abrasive and can cut...

• Janitorial
• Janitorial Equipment
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In today’s competitive environment one of your primary concerns is likely finding ways to lower your cleaning costs. In the average facility, vacuuming can represent 15-25% of the total cost of cleaning your building, thus lowering the cost of vacuuming...

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Commercial floor mats are placed both inside and outside of your facility to protect your floors and your occupants. Floor mats are used in many different types of facilities including schools, hospitals, and retail stores to prevent slip, trip, and...