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Summer is a time when everyone just wants to kick back and relax. While taking care of soil and grime "in the moment" may seem a bit contrary to how you want to approach summer, in fact, fast attention to the grime gremlins can be a real time-saver. If you’re headed to the beach or the pool this summer, here are some tips for keeping clean and ready to relax:  Beach Gear Packing When it’s time to hit the beach, be sure to throw these items in for an easy…
Cleaning Products P. DeLeo, M. Ciarlo, C. Pacelli, W. Greggs, E. Williams, W. Scott, Z. Wang, B. Brooks 2018
Cleaning Products Paul C. DeLeo, Michael Ciarlo, Courtney Pacelli, William Greggs, Edward Spencer Williams, W. Casan Scott, Zhen Wang, and Bryan W. Brooks 2017
The Ingredient Naming Translator was generated in order to clarify the various naming conventions that can apply to a single cleaning product ingredient, so that any user of a cleaning product can access information about the ingredient they are interested in.  Please note that the Translator was developed as a comprehensive cross reference of ingredient names encountered during the Cleaning Product Ingredient Safety Initiative. As…
Frequently cleaning your hands can slow the spread of germs. Alcohol based hand sanitizers or gels or antibacterial wipes are useful alternatives if soap and water are not available (for example, when traveling in the car or taxi on the way to a business meeting, before eating an in-flight meal or snack, outdoor work settings, etc.) When Soap & Water are not Available - Use Hand Sanitizer or Hand Wipes Use one or two squirts or pumps of the product. Rub hands…
Image used with permission: Ramona Lynam These special-occasion items should be hand washed to preserve their finishes: Crystal Decorated glassware Hand-painted ceramics or stoneware Milk glass Pewter Silver Items with precious metal (such as gold or platinum trim) HOW When washing by hand, follow these easy instructions: 1. Use clean, hot water and liquid dish soap. 2. Start with lightly soiled items, followed by plates, serving dishes, and finally any remaining…
To minimize your chances of getting the flu from sick co-workers, students or fellow commuters, make sure you practice proper handwashing habits. While you can't control every germ in your environment, there are actions you can take to help keep you and your family from getting sick. Be particularly vigilant during the fall and winter months, when colds and flu are at their peak. Here are some important steps: Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread…
President and CEO Jennifer Abril led SOCMA for nearly a decade before becoming ACI's President and Chief Executive Officer. Under her leadership, SOCMA refreshed its programming and offered new opportunities to develop business partnerships and build industry connections across the supply chain. She previously served as the association’s Director of Performance Improvement between 2006-2008 and was responsible for the development and implementation of…
ACI is challenging companies in the cleaning products industry and supporting supply chain to align their corporate climate strategy and targets with the 1.5°C ambition, which strives to reach net-zero global emissions by 2050. Seventeen ACI members have already stepped up to the challenge with bold, science-based commitments. These case studies highlight just a few of the ways companies are working to make those commitments a reality…
Packets Up! Enfatiza el Uso Seguro de los Paquetes de Detergente Líquido para Lavar Ropa La Página Web en Español Ayuda a Llegar a Más Familias y Proporciona Recursos para los Padres El American Cleaning Institute (Instituto Americano de Limpieza, ACI por sus siglas en inglés) lanzó una versión en español de la página web Packets Up! Ahora en su undécimo año, la iniciativa Packets Up! trabaja para ayudar a reducir la cantidad de exposiciones no deseadas a paquetes de…