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New professional development event debuts June 11–12 in CincinnatiThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI) has opened registration for the inaugural ACI Spark Summit, a new professional development event designed specifically for early- and mid-career professionals across the cleaning product supply chain. The two-day meeting will take place June 11-12, 2026, in Cincinnati, Ohio.ACI members can find registration details online at https://…
Annual charity event supports global hygiene and community health initiatives as ACI marks a century of industry leadership and impactAs part of its 100th anniversary celebration in 2026, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) hosted its 2026 ACI Annual Meeting & Industry Convention at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida. In recognition of this centennial milestone, ACI members collectively donated $100…
Inaugural two-day event addressed EPA priorities, sustainability, extended producer responsibility, procurement and consumer-driven innovationWASHINGTON, D.C. – June 17, 2026 – The American Cleaning Institute’s (ACI) initial Spark Summit provided leaders from ACI member companies with ideas, tools and connections to help them navigate the regulatory, sustainability and consumer trends reshaping the cleaning products industry.Held June 11-12 in Cincinnati, OH,…
Newly launched cleaning landing page on FamilyDoctor.orgAs Mother’s Day and Father’s Day near, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) has launched new tools to help new parents clean safely and effectively. The new dedicated landing page was developed in partnership with the American Academy of Family Physicians and lives on their patient website, FamilyDoctor.org. The page features essential cleaning resources aimed at empowering families with cleaning and…
Michael Ellis Joins Team Full-Time to Advance Sustainability Research, Engagement The American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the U.S. cleaning product supply chain, announced the hiring of Michael Ellis to the Sustainability team.Ellis will serve as Sustainability Manager at ACI, supporting both ongoing programs and the development of new initiatives that advance industry-wide sustainability progress, advocacy, knowledge building…
Redesigned packaging, concentrated formulas reduced CO2 emissionsInnovations conserve approximately 9 million gallons of water a year The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announced Henkel, a leading manufacturer of brands like Persil and Snuggle, has been selected as this year’s Sustainability Spotlight Award recipient.ACI noted how Henkel comprehensively reimagined select liquid laundry product lines for all® free clear, Persil and Snuggle…
Q. How can I prevent static cling in my clothes? A. Static cling occurs when clothes continuously rub together in a dryer. The friction generates static electricity. You can control static at the onset by using laundry products that are specially-formulated for reducing static cling. Such products penetrate deep into the fibers of clothes to reduce the friction that causes static. Use dryer sheets to help battle static in the dryer.
Prevention Starts with Proper Storage and Smart Habits Around Cleaning ProductsMany accidental exposures happen in the moments when a product is left out “just for a minute.” During National Poison Prevention Week (March 15–21, 2026), the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is reminding families that taking an extra second to store products safely can help prevent accidental poisonings, especially among young children and vulnerable adults.Cleaning products play an essential role…
Marie Gargas promoted to Associate Vice PresidentTwo new hires advance ACI’s Sustainability and Science initiativesThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announced the promotion of Marie Gargas to Associate Vice President, Regulatory and International Affairs. The Institute also welcomed Leeann Arthur as Senior Director, Sustainability and Lilian Lam Josephson, Ph.D., as Senior Director, Public Health.“These leadership additions strengthen ACI’s…
The ACI Spark Summit is new — and it’s different by design. Built specifically for early- to mid-career professionals in the cleaning products industry, it brings together rising managers and subject matter experts for a day and a half of learning, collaboration, and practical insight in an environment intentionally unlike any other ACI event. Small groups. Direct engagement. Conversations that connect your day-to-day work to the broader industry you’re helping…