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Clean homes. Clean workplaces. Clean schools. We’re all drawn to the clean we can "see." But we also know that just because something looks clean, doesn’t mean it really is clean. Learn about the role disinfecting and sanitizing in preventing the spread of illness-causing germs. You can’t see germs — like Salmonella, E. coli, or Influenza. But "pathogenic," or disease-causing, germs can be alive and thriving on surfaces all around you — at home, at work and at school…
Katie Sullivan Joins as Director, Issue CommunicationsLindsey Mathis Welcomed as Project Manager, OperationsThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the U.S. cleaning product supply chain, announces the appointment of Katie Sullivan as Director, Issue Communications and Lindsey Mathis as Project Manager, Operations.In her role, Sullivan will manage communications efforts on key industry issues, building ACI’s messaging platforms to…
Dr. Wayne Ashton, Senior Vice President, Home and Personal Care at IFF, is the 2025 recipient of the ACI Elva Walker Spillane Distinguished Service Award. This honor is for Dr. Ashton’s many years of outstanding service to the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and the cleaning products industry. He was actively engaged at ACI as a member of the Board of Directors from 2014-2023, having served as Chairman from 2021-2023, Treasurer from…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announced the promotions of three staff members in its human resources, administrative and communications departments.
The promotions include:
Wanda Stokes to Associate Vice President, Human Resources & Administration. Wanda, who joined ACI in 2003, previously served as Senior Director, Human Resources & Administration and has extensive experience in leading ACI’s human resource efforts.
Joanne Oh to Senior Communications…
March 6 Event Brings Together Experts on 1,4-Dioxane Research Methodologies
The latest research examining proper test methods to measure levels of the manufacturing by-product 1,4-dioxane in consumer products will be highlighted in a free webinar hosted by the American Oil Chemists’ Society (AOCS) and the American Cleaning Institute (ACI).
“Handle with Care: Methods for Measuring 1,4-dioxane Concentration in Cleaning Products…
The late Dr. David Macinga, who served as Vice President of Product Development and Regulatory Affairs, GOJO Industries, until his passing in June 2023, is the 2024 recipient of the ACI Elva Walker Spillane Distinguished Service Award.
This posthumous honor is for Dave’s many years of outstanding service to the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and the cleaning products industry. Dave was actively engaged at ACI in a range of areas, especially…
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Product Safety
Q: Is it safe to mix cleaning products together?
A: Never mix cleaning products, as the ingredients can react to form a toxic gas. It’s important to always…
Getting into a home cleaning routine can make maintaining a tidy living space easier.Daily Home Cleaning TasksClean high-touch surfaces and do a quick sweep of high-traffic areas.Do laundry (if needed)Wipe kitchen counters and tables after meals and run the dishwasher.Put away clutter and spot clean.Weekly Home Cleaning TasksVacuum or mop floors in all rooms.Dust surfaces, including shelves and furniture.Clean bathrooms: wipe sinks, counters,…
Honored by Association TRENDS, Traver hand-selected by committee for going above and beyond in the industryKorie Traver, Chief Operating Officer of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the U.S. cleaning product supply chain, has been named a 2026 Association Trailblazer by Association TRENDS.Honorees were chosen by the selection committee for their leadership skills and contributions to advancing associations. For more than 40 years…