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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 …

Not all wiping tasks are created equal. And neither are laundered rags. While they may look the same, their past use can vary widely: wiping up water, metal shavings, oil, or even spoiled food. Depending on prior use, rags may shrink, stain or retain residual contaminants such as heavy metals. And while every laundered rag is cleaned regularly, not everything can be washed away. In this article, we’ll compare laundered rags to high-quality, disposable wipers and explore the consistency, co …

Milwaukee (April 16, 2026) — Martyn Davis, president of Sellars Nonwovens, received the inaugural Industry Advocate of the Year award from INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry. The award recognizes Davis’ support for INDA’s advocacy agenda, which has focused recently on The Federal WIPPES Bill, continuation of the USMCA trade treaty and the more appropriate application of U.S. tariffs for the industry. “I am both humbled and honored to receive this recog …

In 2024 alone, 844 workers died from falls—accounting for 17% of workplace deaths. Many of these falls are preventable. Some falls are a result of improper training or hazardous worksites, while others stem from slippery conditions caused by leaks, drips and spills. Businesses with machinery that can leak should be prepared to clean up spills as fast as possible—whether big or small. Quick spill response helps protect your employees and reduce liability. See how the right absorbent p …