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Antimicrobials Phyllis Fuchsman, Kyle Fetters, Alison O'Connor, Michael Bock, Miranda Henning, Lauren Brown, Igor Mrdjen, Kathleen Stanton 2022
Members can register now to attend the Fall Meeting at the ACI office, September 10-12, 2019.
Q. Does using antibacterial products lead to superbugs?A. No. The body of scientific evidence currently available does not indicate that the use of antibacterial products gives rise to superbugs. Superbugs are bacteria types that have become resistant to the antiseptics and antibiotic agents which were designed to eliminate them. Consequently, superbugs are known to cause infections which are difficult to control. It is generally accepted that the overuse and misuse of…
Sustainable CleaningQ. Approximately what percentage of the time do you do laundry in cold water?54% said Less than 50%46% said More than 50%Q. How often do you rinse dishes in the sink before loading them in the dishwasher?52% said all the time.22% said most of the time.11% said some of the time.6% said rarely.9% said never.Laundry SafetyQ. Do you agree with the following statement? Storing laundry products in decorative jars or containers enhances a laundry space.16% said "Strongly agree…
Longtime Chemical Industry Executive from SOCMA Joins ACI as President & CEOWill Helm the Cleaning Product Supply Chain’s Trade Association Beginning August 11The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announced that Jennifer Abril, currently President and CEO of SOCMA - The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates® - will become ACI’s new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 11.Abril’s appointment was…
The ACI Mid-Year Meeting provides an opportunity for industry leaders to network as they discuss core legislative, regulatory, international, sustainability and outreach issues in the cleaning products arena. ACI Standing Committee meetings are held, as well as networking activities, a State of the Association Address and speaker sessions on timely industry-related topics. 
What’s the best way to clean after someone in the home has been sick?When someone in your household has been ill, effective cleaning becomes especially important to help prevent the spread of germs and restore a healthy environment. Here are practical steps to follow:Focus on high-touch surfaces: Pay special attention to doorknobs, light switches, remote controls, faucets, countertops and phones as these areas are frequently touched and can harbor viruses and bacteria.Use disinfectants properly…
Q: We have a wood cutting board that we use for everything. What's the best way to clean it? Would it be better to get a plastic one?  A: Wash your cutting board with dish soap and hot water after each use. Rinse with clear water. Air-dry or pat dry with clean paper towels. Note that some nonporous cutting boards, including acrylic, plastic or glass, can also be washed in the dishwasher. If the cutting board was used for uncooked meat, fish or poultry, sanitize it after cleaning…
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.