http://www.cleaninginstitute.org/news/American Cleaning Institutehttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/aci_convention_news_2/The second issue of ACI's Conventin News - published by IHS Chemical Week - is now available online . online. ]]>Martha,ChapinFri, 03 Feb 2012 20:35:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/longtime_sc_johnson_executive_jane_hutterly_honored_with_aci_distinguished_service_award/WASHINGTON, D.C., February 2, 2012 – Jane M. Hutterly, who spent more than 30 years at S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. and a decade on the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors, is the recipient of the 2012 ACI Elva Walker Spillane Distinguished Service Award. The award was presented duri [...]Martha,ChapinThu, 02 Feb 2012 19:28:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/aci_convention_news_issue_1_now_available/Check out the first issue of ACI’s 2012 Convention News, published by IHS Chemical WeekMartha,ChapinMon, 30 Jan 2012 17:33:00 GMThttps://www.mycleaninginstitute.org/cvwebaci/cgi-bin/eventsdll.dll/EventInfo?sessionaltcd=2012AMCON&WMT=evtabMain.htm&WRP=evtab_home.htmOn-line registration is closed for the 2012 ACI Convention, however you can register on-site at Grande Lakes on January 30. Curious about who attends the ACI Convention? Last year nearly 700 industry leaders from 140 companies and 24 countries were onsite to take advantage of the industry's best bus [...]Martha,ChapinMon, 23 Jan 2012 14:42:00 GMThttps://www.mycleaninginstitute.org/cvwebaci/cgi-bin/eventsdll.dll/EventInfo?sessionaltcd=2012AMCON&WMT=evtabMain.htm&WRP=evtab_home.htmThere's only day left to register online for the 2012 ACI Annual Meeting & Industry Convention. Friday, Jan. 20, is the last day to visit ACI's registration website to secure your attendance at the cleaning-product industry's best business-to-business forum. On-site registration will be available at [...]Martha,ChapinThu, 19 Jan 2012 22:12:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/dennis_griesing_retires_as_vp_govt_affairs_douglas_troutman_named_vp_counsel_govt_affairs/After 22 years as the American Cleaning Institute’s (ACI) top lobbyist, Dennis Griesing is retiring as Vice President of Government Affairs. He will be succeeded by Senior Director of Government Affairs Douglas Troutman, who was named Vice President and Counsel, Government Affairs, effective Januar [...]Martha,ChapinWed, 18 Jan 2012 14:09:00 GMT/clean_living/cleaning_matters_current_issue.aspxKick off a new year of better living with the latest issue of Cleaning Matters! Learn how your cleaning choices can support sustainability. Clean ideas for a healthy Super Bowl party, a new Valentine's Day themed poster/coloring sheet, solutions to pie stains and more can be found in the January/Fe [...]Martha,ChapinTue, 17 Jan 2012 18:00:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/something_to_quack_about/ACI is hosting its very first Quack for a Reason charity duck race during the 2012 ACI Convention in Orlando, Florida. Companies and/or individuals can purchase one or more ducks for $50 each. Martha,ChapinTue, 10 Jan 2012 17:55:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/2012_aci_convention_early_registration_ends_jan_6/Act now! The deadline for early registration to attend the 2012 ACI Convention, which takes place January 30-February 4, 2012, is January 6, 2012. Martha,ChapinFri, 30 Dec 2011 02:56:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/karl_rove_robert_gibbs_to_appear_at_2012_aci_convention/Two of today’s most sought after political insiders will share the stage during the 2012 ACI Annual Meeting & Industry Convention, January 30-February 4 at the Grande Lakes Orlando (Florida). Karl Rove, Former Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to President George W. Bush, and Robert Gibbs, Lo [...]Martha,ChapinThu, 08 Dec 2011 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/clean_hands_for_the_holidays/It is the most wonderful time of year – and perhaps the best time to catch the cold or flu. Remind your children about the importance of handwashing during the holidays with our free coloring sheet! Send your child’s artwork to us and we will post it on our website. Don’t forget to remind your [...]Martha,ChapinMon, 05 Dec 2011 12:24:00 GMThttps://www.mycleaninginstitute.org/cvwebaci/cgi-bin/eventsdll.dll/EventInfo?sessionaltcd=2012AMCON&WMT=evtabMain.htm&WRP=evtab_home.htmRegister now to take advantage of the early bird registration fee and the guestroom rebate. Don’t forget that November 28 is the last day to take advantage of the 5% guestroom rebate at Grande Lakes Orlando. Convention attendees must provide a non-refundable, two-night deposit to Grande Lakes b [...] Don’t forget that November 28 is the last day to take advantage of the 5% guestroom rebate at Grande Lakes Orlando. Convention attendees must provide a non-refundable, two-night deposit to Grande Lakes by close of business on Monday, November 28, 2011 to receive the 5% guestroom rebate. ]]>Martha,ChapinMon, 28 Nov 2011 13:51:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/henkel_novozymes_executives_elected_to_american_cleaning_institute_board_of_directors/The American Cleaning Institute Board of Directors welcomed executives from Henkel Consumer Goods Inc. and Novozymes as its newest members of ACI’s governing body. Eric Schwartz, General Manager, Laundry & Home Care, Henkel Consumer Goods; and Cynthia Bryant, Director of Business Development and [...]Martha,ChapinFri, 18 Nov 2011 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/aci_attacks_on_cleaning_product_safety__unwarranted_and_mislead_consumers_/The American Cleaning Institute today reminded consumers that they can continue to safely use their cleaning products with confidence, despite misrepresentations in an activist group report. ACI also said proposed legislation to mandate ingredient listing on labels is unnecessary, because detailed [...]Brian,SansoniThu, 17 Nov 2011 23:02:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/study_significant_reduction_in_bacteria_when_using_antibacterial_soap_vs_non-antibacterial_soap/Handwashing with antibacterial soap produces statistically greater reductions in bacteria on the skin when compared to using non-antibacterial soap. Those are the findings of a review of two dozen relevant published studies – analyzing the effectiveness of antibacterial soaps – featured in the [...]Journal of Food Protection.]]>Martha,ChapinThu, 17 Nov 2011 15:04:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/aci_more_dialogue_needed_to_properly_tackle_tsca_/The American Cleaning Institute said there needs to be additional in-depth dialogue with Congress to appropriately modernize the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), the nation’s key chemical control regulation. Martha,ChapinThu, 17 Nov 2011 14:13:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/aci_names_joanne_thelmo_as_vice_president__general_counsel/Attorney Joanne Thelmo, whose distinguished legal career includes significant experience in the non-profit, corporate and government arenas, has joined the American Cleaning Institute (ACI – www.cleaninginstitute.org) as Vice President and General Counsel.Martha,ChapinTue, 15 Nov 2011 16:10:00 GMT/clean_living/cleaning_matters_current_issue.aspxACI is helping your family focus on better living with the latest issue of Cleaning Matters! With the holiday season on our heels, we want to help you get you ready for tea stains, prepare for a greener holiday and even plan for a soot-free visit from Santa! All of this and more can be found in th [...]Martha,ChapinFri, 04 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT/clean_living/dont_do_the_flu.aspxThe message may be serious, but that's no reason the delivery can't be fun. That's the philosophy behind the Don't Do the Flu hand-hygiene resource from the American Cleaning Institute. Aimed at reminding kids about the importance of hand-washing, as well as when they should do it, ACI has developed [...]Martha,ChapinThu, 27 Oct 2011 16:52:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/2011_School_Handwashing_Survey/An overwhelming number of students (89%) aged 8-17 say they always wash their hands after going to the bathroom at school. But time constraints, a lack of cleanliness and a shortage of supplies are among the major barriers to students washing their hands at school more often. These findings are [...]Martha,ChapinTue, 11 Oct 2011 17:07:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/aci_mourns_the_passing_of_faultless_starchbon_ami_co_president_david_beaham/The American Cleaning Institute is mourning the passing of one if its member company executives, David Beaham, President of Faultless Starch/Bon Ami Co.​Brian,SansoniTue, 11 Oct 2011 14:42:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/study_confirms_no_link_between_real_world_use_of_antibacterial_soaps_and_antibiotic_resistance/Newly published research reaffirms that the use of antibacterial wash products in the home environment does not contribute to antibiotic or antibacterial resistance, confirming previous research that showcased similar findings. Martha,ChapinTue, 04 Oct 2011 15:42:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/industry_suggests_enhancements_to_epa_chemical_prioritization_plans/A coalition of groups representing users of chemicals in consumer products – including ACI – is offering several steps to help strengthen the Environmental Protection Agency’s current chemicals management program. In September 21, 2011 comments from the Downstream Coalition, EPA was urged to ens [...]Brian,SansoniTue, 27 Sep 2011 20:48:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/aci_bolsters_its_scientific_it_expertise/The American Cleaning Institute (ACI – www.cleaninginstitute.org) added depth to its scientific and information technology expertise with two new appointments: Darci Ferrer as Science Program Coordinator and Ugur Usumi as Director, Information Technology. Martha,ChapinWed, 21 Sep 2011 15:57:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/massachusetts_school_health_bills_would_unfairly_ban_cleaning_products_chemicals_says_aci/Massachusetts legislation aimed at improving health in schools would improperly ban cleaning products that are effective in reducing the triggers that cause asthma suffering, according to ACI. ACI testified September 13, 2011 against three bills that would require designated state officials to cr [...]Brian,SansoniTue, 20 Sep 2011 22:15:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/clean_hands_webinar/The focus on common sense hand hygiene doesn’t stop during International Clean Hands Week (September 18-24, 2011). The American Cleaning Institute is offering a free, one-hour webinar to educators and health professionals interested in the latest information on raising awareness about handwashing. [...]Martha,ChapinTue, 20 Sep 2011 16:35:00 GMT/clean_living/cleaning_matters_current_issue.aspxSeptember brings changes as we send kids back to school, football is in the air and fall is just around the corner! In this issue learn about our free Back to School Clean Hands Webinar on Monday, October 3 at 6:30 PM ET. Also inside: 2011 Clean Homes...Safe and Healthy Families Award Recipients; fi [...]Martha,ChapinMon, 19 Sep 2011 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/2012_aci_convention_open_for_business/Executives from across the cleaning product supply chain worldwide can now plan for the industry’s major business forum, the 2012 American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Annual Meeting & Industry Convention. • Register Now for Cleaning Product Industry’s Top Business-to-Business Event • CEO Panel to [...] • Register Now for Cleaning Product Industry’s Top Business-to-Business Event
• CEO Panel to Feature Top Execs from P&G, Sun Products
• Meeting Set for January 29-February 4 at Grande Lakes Orlando
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]]>Martha,ChapinTue, 06 Sep 2011 20:40:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/attack_on_fragranced_laundry_products_non-scents/Groups representing laundry product and fragrance manufacturers sharply rebutted seriously flawed statements regarding fragrances in laundry products based on a study that fails to meet the basic principles of scientific investigation.Martha,ChapinFri, 26 Aug 2011 02:50:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/industry_groups_confirm_dryer_sheets_safety/Consumers can continue to use fabric softener dryer sheets safely and effectively as always, according a coalition of industry groups. The American Cleaning Institute, Consumer Specialty Products Association, International Fragrance Association-North America, and the Research Institute for Fragra [...]Martha,ChapinThu, 18 Aug 2011 19:40:00 GMThttp://accessintelligence.imirus.com/Mpowered/book/vaci11/i1/p1Review the highlights of ACI’s 2011 Annual Meeting & Industry Convention, via a special digital edition of our 2011 Convention News – Issue 2, published by Chemical Week. Martha,ChapinFri, 28 Jan 2011 16:29:00 GMThttp://www.cleaninginstitute.org/2011_aci_convention_news_issue_1/ACI 2011 Convention offers insights on "Consumers of Tommorow" and business challenges of today. Review highlights of ACI's successes in 2010 and updates on industry news and trends. Martha,ChapinWed, 26 Jan 2011 00:29:00 GMT