The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) today announced the rail stations that will receive repairs and improvements in fall 2024 as part of its ongoing, cyclical station improvement program Refresh & Renew.

In a report released today, more than 20 researchers provide strategies that center equity and justice in LADWP’s transition.

The new campus will focus on battery research, manufacturing, and recycling, with the West Midlands Gigafactory as its anchor tenant.

NYC is aiming to address the green energy gap through its new “Clean Heat for All Challenge,” using custom window heat pumps specially designed for the project by electric heat pump manufacturer Midea America Corp.

Slideshow: The National Air Duct Cleaning Association annual meeting in New Orleans at the end of March delved deep into the cleaning business with a focus on keeping up the demand momentum for the service from COVID-19.

Offering duct renovation can be a boon to HVAC contractors, and the time to get started is now.

Air duct cleaning is an important part of indoor air quality, and that is why Rotobrush attended the 2022 AHR Expo to connect with HVAC contractors.

More and more travelers are ranking air quality as an important factor when deciding where to stay — here’s how the HVAC industry can help tip the scales for hotels.

ClearDrain PVC effectively eliminates major contributors to clogged HVAC/R condensate drains.

The condenser is the most underrated component in an air conditioning or refrigeration system.

Very few end users fully understand the importance of properly cleaning and sanitizing their ice machines, storage bins, and dispensers. Yet the quality and safety of every beverage they serve as well as the longevity and power consumption of their equipment depends on proper maintenance.

In contrast to many other countries around the world, Americans consume a lot of ice. That’s probably why ice machines are found virtually everywhere here, from convenience stores and supermarkets to hotels and hospitals. It doesn’t really matter what shape it takes — cubes, flakes, nuggets, chips, etc. — but it does have to look and taste good.

Once restaurants started reopening, smart owners asked contractors to clean and sanitize ice machines before they were returned to service.

Residential air movement and ventilation can be a challenge that requires multiple callbacks. There is a way to fix that, though.

A move into duct-cleaning work is natural for HVAC contractors looking to expand their repertoire and add another source of revenue.

Grocers are becoming more vigilant in keeping their refrigeration equipment as clean as possible.

BasX Solutions, a manufacturer of custom engineered products including HVAC solutions, announced that it has completed its acquisition of the clean room product line from Seasons 4.

Cleaning coils is a fairly simple task, but one that plays an important role in keeping a unit running strong.

Over time, dirt, dust, pet dander, debris, and more accumulate in air ducts. And since the HVAC system works basically as a whole-home vacuum, all of that is recirculated through homes when the HVAC system runs, unless the ducts are cleaned out.

When choosing a vacuum pump, its pays to find a unit that makes oil changes convenient.

Trained to identify the varying types of asbestos used in old buildings, Matt Mountain of Mountain Duct Cleaning knows what he’s looking for.

Cleaning evaporator coils in a walk-in cooler can be challenging, but it needs to be done in order to keep the system operating efficiently.  

Geothermal energy can be used to heat and cool commercial buildings. The highly efficient systems that make this possible are geothermal heat pumps.

Old homes and old HVAC systems bring the potential for asbestos — here’s what HVAC contractors and duct cleaning professionals need to know if they run into it on a jobsite.

Casey Muratori caused some strong reactions with a blog post and an associated video in which he went through an example from the “Clean Code” book by Robert Martin to demonstrate the negative impact that clean code practices can have on performance. In this episode, he joins SE Radio’s Giovanni Asproni to talk about the potential trade-offs between performance and the qualities that make for maintainable code, these qualities being the main focus of Clean Code. Brought to you by IEEE Computer Society and IEEE Software magazine.

After a 2021 leak at the U.S. military’s Red Hill fuel storage facility poisoned thousands, activists, Native Hawaiians, and affected military families have become unlikely allies in the fight for accountability.

Families have had to leave their homes and emergency services are helping people as they deal with the impact of the worst flooding in the country for many years.

An overview on some of the ways that technology has made cleaning more efficient in both professional and personal settings. 

Wet Powerwash Solutions and how they quickly and effectively do their cleaning jobs.

Annissa Coy answers a question she’s never been asked before: “Would you ever use clean bric-a-brac heavy clean, high density line item…?” In her response Coy shares her approach to efficient billing.

How big of a facility do you need to conduct contents restoration? And, if you want to work with hard and soft contents, which should you get started with first? Annissa Coy answers these two questions.

This edition of Ask Annissa deals with cleaning taffeta wallpaper, which is actually a fabric and needs extra care.

Annissa gives us best practices on using the Like Cleaning Method.

After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, homeowners face the daunting task of cleanup and recovery. Industry expert Dan Mesenburg provides crucial tips to help property owners navigate the cleanup and recovery process.

PuroClean has been named one of the most profitable franchises of 2024 by Franchise Business Review, recognized for its strong financial performance and high franchisee satisfaction.

Learn how this initiative provides veterans with a 25% discount on franchising fees and opportunities to thrive in a growing industry, backed by the expertise and passion of Frank Torre and his commitment to service.

Find out how PuroClean's commitment to excellence led to a 44.4% systemwide sales increase and continues to fuel its success in the industry.

Alpine Cleaning & Restoration Specialists team up with ROC Solid Foundation to build a backyard playset for Adlee Frampton, a brave three-year-old battling Stage 2 Wilms Tumor. This generous act not only brings joy to Adlee but also highlights the powerful impact of community support and the healing power of play during challenging times.

PuroClean, a leading franchise in property restoration and remediation, is expanding its footprint in Connecticut. Targeting cities like Hartford and New Haven, PuroClean aims to extend its specialized services in water damage remediation, fire and smoke damage restoration, and mold remediation to new areas.

Contec’s Sporicidin® Enzyme Mold Stain Cleaner is a highly effective, non-toxic, biodegradable enzymatic cleaner with a neutral pH.

The Electrak 1 HEPA Filtered Duct Cleaning Vacuum is the professional grade tool to get you started in the profitable service of Air Duct Cleaning.

In this episode of “TradeTalks: Unlocking The Experience”, R&R Publisher Mike Balzano talks with the Owners of SuperTech University and the creators and hosts of the Blue Collar Podcast, Eric Sprague and Larry Wilberton!

Discover the chemistry of fire cleaning with this in-depth guide. Learn how solvents, chemical reactions and other scientific principles can transform soot-stained surfaces.

Transform every carpet into a vibrant, fresh space your clients can be proud of. This guide walks you through the steps to deliver professional-quality carpet cleaning results—every single time.

The refillable aluminum line pairs with Cleancult’s game-changing 100% recyclable paper-based refill cartons to remove 90% of plastic waste from cleaning rituals.

The DTY-ELF14HC Multi-Function, Self-Cleaning Ionizer is designed for easy and efficient static electricity removal.

Visitors to Dynamic Conveyor’s booth will be able to see the S Series in action during the event, taking place at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL.

First deal post since I've been looking at this unit myself…

Not quite the cheapest it's ever been ($1968) but not too bad either.
Better value with the free Roborock Flexi Lite wetvac handheld offer until the end of today 13/11/2024.
Claims must be registerted by 6pm today!!
Don't forget to combine with discount JB-Hifi Gift cards for more savings if you can!

Key Features

FlexiArm Design™ for thorough coverage,
HyperForce® suction power 10,000Pa
DuoRoller Riser™ Brush
Multifunctional Dock 3.0
“Hello Rocky” Intelligent Voice Assistant
Reactive AI Obstacle Recognition for smooth and pristine clean-ups.

Flexi Arm™ Design Technology
Features a specialized side brush and edge mopping system that ensures comprehensive cleaning coverage, effectively eliminating blind spots and leaving no dirt behind.

DuoRoller Riser™ Brush
Features dual-rubber spiral brush design that effortlessly avoids tangles. It includes concealed scrapers in the cover to easily remove hair from the brushes, preventing hair from tangling during routine cleaning.

Hot Water Mop Washing
Effortlessly lift oil stains from mops with hot water, ideal for kitchen and dining areas, while also saving time and water. The hot water effectively removes over 99.7%* of bacteria on the spinning mops. TUV tested.

10,000Pa HyperForce® Suction
Captures hair, dust, and debris efficiently from various surfaces such as hardwood, tiles, and carpets, ensuring extraordinary cleanliness.

New Dock - Self Cleaning system
Features a self-driven cleaning module that uses rotating scrapers to effectively clean the dock base bottom, eliminating the need for manual maintenance. All self-cleaning module accessories and the dock base are detachable for easy washing when needed

Built-In Intelligent Voice Assistant
Simpy say "Hello Rocky" to start cleanups, adjust settings based on the cleanup scenario, or call the robot where it's needed, all hands-free. Enjoy the convenience of voice control even offline, without needing WiFi or your phone to conrol the robot.

PreciSense® LiDAR Navigation
LiDAR-based navigation creates detailed and accurate maps in real-time to find an optimal route to clean your home.

Faster Charging & Off-Peak Charging Supported

Currently ranked #3 on Robot/Mop combo devices on Vacuum Wars
https://vacuumwars.com/best-robot-vacuum-mop-combo-2024/

Lets hope the new Trump Administration follows through with it's proposed 60% tax on Chinese goods to the USA because it will heavily press China to slash the costs of products headed to Aus- such as what's happened in the recent Chinese EV market.
Realistically I think these units would be fairly priced at around $1450 since that's a fair conversion for what the Yanks are paying in equivalent USD on their recent sales.

Cold Power Advanced Clean, Liquid Laundry Detergent, 4L $18 ($16.20 S&S) + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Amazon AU

• Advanced cleaning technology effectively removes tough stains and dirt.
• Infused with a refreshing lemon fragrance.
• Provides a deep clean while being gentle on clothes and colors.
• Suitable for use on a wide range of fabrics
  Can be used for both everyday laundry.