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Amano Pioneer Eclipse is propane-powered
28th of October 2011
The new PE420GP is a propane-powered walk-behind machine from Amano Pioneer Eclipse that maintains concrete and terrazzo floors.
The company says this model is three machines in one. As a grinder, it uses a 34 kg downward force, onboard 26 litre water supply and aggressive diamond grinding pads to remove surface scratches and floor coatings. As a
Vermop Mag relies on magnetism
28th of October 2011
With the launch of the Mag system Vermop claims to have developed a completely new way of attaching mop covers to holders. As the name suggests, it uses natural magnetism - magnets in the holder and metal disks in the mop come together.
Vermop says this reduces both training and set-up time, while also doing away with the classic mop holder to
Hakomatic B115 R offers more functions
28th of October 2011
Hako's scrubber dryer range has been extended with the addition of the Hakomatic B 115 R series, designed for large areas.
Depending on the flooring and degree of dirt, there is a choice of models equipped with either disk or cylindrical brushes. The steering lock of 90° to both sides combined with the intelligent construction with 'rear
South Africa - land of opportunity
28th of October 2011
Clive Damonze, chairman of the National Contract Cleaners Association (NCCA) of South Africa, offers ECJ an exclusive overview of the contract cleaning sector in this rapidly-developing country.
The National Contract Cleaning Association of South Africa (NCCA) continues to grow from strength to strength and next year (2012) we celebrate our 25th
Cybercrime - a growing menace
28th of October 2011
A shadowy ‘new age’ economy is prospering on the backs of legitimate businesses, run by IT-savvy criminal entrepreneurs who ply their furtive trade over the net. Hartley Milner reports on the growing menace of cybercrime.
Attacks on computer systems, industrial espionage and theft of company secrets are a growing headache for
Washroom dispensers - boxing clever
28th of October 2011
What do customers most want from a washroom hygiene dispenser? ECJ asks manufacturers their views.
Today’s washroom dispensers offer a number of important features and benefits for the customer. Some are lockable to prevent the contents from being stolen; others limit the amount of paper or soap being used. Meanwhile, tight housings and
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