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Thinking deeply about cleaning: The notion of cross-contamination.

As a  Cleaning company, asides from our values and principles, we frequently chant that what we do is important but how we go about what we do (process our modus operandi) is even more important. One of the concepts that we consider pro-actively when visualising the cleaning to take place and eventually performing the act is preventing the consequence of Cross contamination. The principle of hygiene calls for deliberate thoughtful measures towards making sure that the cleaning done- though surface looks all fresh and shiny (an absolute must!)- isn't exposing end-users. End-users basically refers to anyone or everyone that might settle into use of a particular cleaned object or any one in motion that comes in contact with object. The argument for cross-contamination is girded by the hygiene principle of just being conscious that certain areas are more prone to more traffic in human movements, and more germs generation therefore leading to higher exposure to germs and in some c...

The Squeegee - Another historical exploration...!

😁 As we keep learning, we keep sharing... Here goes our findings on the foremost tool needed for professional window cleaning- the squeegee ... (and for those who know it to be versatile beyond the norm, it also serves as a floor gathering tool). Historically , it is said that the usage of the squeegee dates as far back as the Middle ages when fishermen used the Tshaped wooden swab called the "squilgee" (close isn't?) to scrape off fish guts off their boat deck. Fast forward to 1936 , Ettore Steccone dubbed his invention of the modernised single-bladed window cleaning squeegee, the New Deal. The squeegee - Tshaped in form with either a long or short handle depending on use involves generally  placing the tool on already wet surface to wash then wipe off with its blade, and in other variants, foam padding allows for the dual function of lathering with soap then wiping. Over the years , due to technological advancements, commercial squeegees have been developed ...