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In manufacturing, spills happen. And whether they’re the result of equipment failure or human error. Their timing is usually unpredictable. Cleaning up an incidental spill as efficiently as possible helps keep your staff and your site safe. But first, what is an incidental spill? Spills are classified into two main groups: emergency spills and incidental spills. An incidental spill is a spill that does not pose a significant safety or health threat to employees in the immediate area and d …

Industrial sites and manufacturing facilities can present unique safety challenges. But safety plans go beyond PPE, machine safety and designated aisles. Your wiping products play an important role in modern industrial safety too. Replacing traditional laundered rags with high-performing disposable wipers can improve both industrial safety and efficiency in industrial settings. See how standardizing your wiper program can streamline industrial cleaning and safety, and how industrial wipers from …

Whether manufacturing large vehicles or tiny microchips, microscopic fibers in cleaning towels can cause costly problems. However, routine cleaning is crucial to ensure machinery continues to run safely and efficiently. When cleaning critical equipment, not just any cleaning towels or wipers will do. The wrong wipers can interfere with mechanical components, compromise quality and increase maintenance costs. For manufacturers, even small disruptions can be expensive. Siemens’ downtime rese …

One team member at a body shop may grab a shop rag to wipe up a few drops of oil. Another may reach for an industrial-strength wiper. At a restaurant, one employee may use paper towels to clean a table, while another uses a foodservice wiper and disinfectant. The task is the same, but the cleaning process, training and products used can be different. This lack of consistency can create challenges for businesses operating across multiple locations and add layers of difficulty to purchasing. No tw …

Handwashing is one of the simplest and most important ways to prevent the spread of germs and bacteria, and yet many people wash and dry their hands ineffectively, especially when in public restrooms. Research shows 95% of adults fail to wash their hands long enough, leaving behind bacteria and germs. Even when handwashing is done correctly, the drying process can either minimize remaining germs or spread them onto surrounding surfaces. While many businesses made the switch to hand dryers in the …