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C l e a n i n g N e w s 2 9 W e d n e s d a y , N o v e m b e r 2 0 , 2 0 1 3 In order to determine any cost sav- ings, the fleet owner or manager must first make scheduled maintenance checks and take detailed notes on the condition of the batteries. Anyone in charge of maintaining a fleet of cleaning/maintenance machines needs to look at their battery expendi- tures in terms of cost-per-cycle, and cost- per-amp hours delivered over the life of the battery," says Wehmeyer. "Simply comparing battery ratings on the label or published cycle life doesn't always tell the true story. In addition, purchasing the least expensive batteries you can find almost always never adds up to a cost savings in the long run." In order to determine your fleet's cost-per-cycle and cost-per-amp hours delivered, Wehmeyer suggests measuring the condition of the batteries on a weekly basis and jotting down the total service hours you get from a full charge (total amp hours). He also suggests noting each time the batteries are charged (number of cycles), before they are no longer useful. Over the course of several months, the information gathered will show an aver- age run-time and amp-hours delivered from the batteries. Once you compare the actual operat- ing cost-per-amp hour, you can begin to US Battery (Cont'd. from p. 1) see that not all deep-cycle batteries are the same, and those that are more effi- cient, even at a higher initial purchase price, can actually save overall opera- tional costs in the long run," says Wehmeyer. For comparison, a U.S. Battery with XC2 was tested against a popular brand. The results show that the battery with the new formulation delivered a 36 percent longer cycle life and 55 percent more total amp-hours over that cycle life than the nearest competitor. If the purchase prices for the batteries are the same, this example translates to a 27 percent reduc- tion in cost-per-cycle and a 65 percent reduction in cost-per-amp hour over the life of the battery. Putting this into hard dollars, if both batteries cost $100, the more efficient battery offers a 0.148 cent cost-per-cycle compared to 0.200 cent cost-per-cycle on the competitive battery," explained Wehmeyer. "The more efficient battery also costs 0.135 cents per 100 amp hours, versus 0.210 cents per 100 amp-hours on the comparison battery. Multiply those figures by the number of batteries in any fleet, and the savings in operating costs become much clearer." For more information, visit booth 347, call 800-695-0945 or visit online at www.usbattery.com. JC: Education. People desire to be more environmentally conscious while busi- ness owners and institutions work hard to provide certified compostable packaging and the means to properly cycle it back into the earth. Our website, greenwave.us.com, provides detailed information on how our products are made and it is a resource that brings foodservice establishments and local composters together. CN: To what do you attribute your com- pany's success? JC: Innovation and quality. Green Wave is the leader of introducing new com- postable technologies and products throughout the industry. After harvesting food and fuel from only rapidly renew- able resources (sugarcane, bamboo, wheat and corn) Green Wave utilizes the "leftovers" to produce high quality, com- postable tableware and cutlery. Free from allergens, all of our products are certified FDA approved. CN: Who is using your compostable products? JC: Nearly every aspect of foodservice utilizes Green Wave products. From smaller mom-and-pop restaurants to large, national chains, Green Wave is a trusted manufacturer of compostable plates, bowls, trays, cutlery and take-out containers. Our nationwide sales force and network of representatives provides assistance in meeting environmental goals in hospitality, education, institu- tional and foodservice segments. CN: How does the economy and regula- tions work for or against Green Wave and Green Wave (Cont'd. from p. 1) its customers? JC: Foodservice operators and institu- tions are always seeking ways to lower costs. Moving from foams and plastics to Green Wave compostable products can actually lower costs. Utilizing environ- mental grants, reductions in waste removal costs and the eagerness of local composters to pick up your products are just a few ways to offset any product cost differential. Furthermore, with a stark increase on the bans of foams and plas- tics, many end users have been caught off guard, facing mounting fines for the con- tinued use of petroleum based products. Green Wave offers responsible alterna- tives that are also more accepting to an operator's customer. No trees or plastics are used in the manufacturing of any Green Wave products. CN: Is Green Wave introducing any new products? JC: Green Wave is very excited to announce new product introductions and line expansions. To compliment an extremely successful launch of our Ovation line of products, Green Wave has expanded the offering within this cat- egory by over 200 percent. Ovation, made from sugarcane and gluten free wheat stalk and having an attractive mar- ble-like appearance, is our fastest grow- ing line of plates, bowls and take-out containers. Designed as a responsible, cost-conscious alternative to plastic and tree-based products, Ovation can be used across many market segments. We expect to see a significant impact within educa- tional foodservice by the introduction of the 5-compartment serving tray. For more information, visit booth 472 or go online to www.greenwave.us.com. concrete, terrazzo, marble and other stone substrates. With Crystal Shield, you can create and maintain a beautiful floor with up to 30 percent less mainte- nance than other, more costly, stone care options. CN: What other benefits does Crystal Shield offer? SH: Crystal Shield provides benefits within three key areas: restoration, pro- tection and maintenance. Restore: No specialized machines to prepare floors. Diamond-impreg- nated tools used with conventional floor equipment will reveal the stone's beauty. Protect: Only two layers of Protector are required. Durable slip- resistant Crystal Shield Protector will allow the beauty to shine through while protecting the stone from abra- sion and stains. Maintain: Easy to maintain. Innovative polymeric cleaner, periodic burnishing and easy proce- dures will maintain the beauty and eliminate harsh chemicals from stone floor care. CN: Tell us more about how Crystal Shield works. SH: The Crystal Shield solution uses the power of diamond-impregnated discs and pads to effectively hone, pol- ish and burnish stone floors to generate gloss in the stone itself. Then Crystal Shield Protectorâ„¢ protects your stone Diversey (Cont'd. from p. 1) floor against scuffs, scratches, stains and dirt while providing slip resistance and enhancing the gloss with only two coats of finish. CN: Is the Crystal Shield Program easy to maintain? SH: Maintain the look without the mess of chemical stripping or other harsh chemicals. TASKI Crystal Shield diamond pads and Crystal Clean and Shineâ„¢ are all you need to maintain the beauty of your stone floors. The unique Clean and Shine formulation with polymers extends the look of your floors and eliminates chemical strip- pers with their smells, mess and risks. Restoring floors is only done once a year by simply reapplying Crystal Shield Protector after you clean and burnish the stone floor. CN: Are there any other unique benefits to your program? SH: The Crystal Shield Clean and Burnish Pad offers a one-pad, one- cleaner maintenance program for your Crystal Shield, UHS and conventional finish floors to maintain cleanliness and gloss of the floor. Additionally, the Clean and Burnish Pad lasts two to three times longer than a red pad, and only one pad is needed for both clean- ing and burnishing. Floor maintenance and inventory control are simplified and offer ongoing cost savings. For more information, visit www.taskiby diversey.com/floortalk. During the show, visit booth 1138. time wasted by not using enough. Ease of Operation Minimal training is required to operate the VersaClean system. Unlike tradition- al rotary machines which often have a steep learning curve, new operators can master VersaClean machines in a matter of minutes. VersaClean maximizes the efficiency of daily maintenance operations while pro- viding deep, restorative cleaning with every use. It is truly a total floor care solution. Use the VC700 on all types of carpet and upholstery, as well as VersaClean (Cont'd. from p. 4) draperies and other soft materials. The VT1200 delivers highly effective clean- ing on all types of hard flooring, includ- ing tile, stone, terrazzo, linoleum and many other surfaces, as well as tile and grout, porcelain fixtures and more. To achieve real clean, choose the VersaClean System. By reducing or elim- inating the need for complex and expen- sive equipment, by providing access to critical small spaces, and by delivering a deep, restorative clean with every pass, VersaClean will help facilities win the race against dirt. For more information, visit booth 2528 or call 800-932-3030. that reduces the spread of infectious dis- eases in the facilities we rely upon to be safe. Enviro-Safety Grip not only meets OSHA standards for traction, it prevents the growth of mildew and molds. A long- lasting application eliminates the need for solutions such as non-skid strips, rub- ber mats, surface etchings or toxic epoxy-based coatings. Enviro-Tech (Cont'd. from p. 4) Enviro-Protect treatment protocol inhibits 99.9 percent of illness- and odor- causing micro-organisms for up to 90 days. It is the first long-term, non-poiso- nous, anti-microbial protection product approved by the EPA for all porous and non-porous surfaces. It is OSHA, ADA, FDA and EPA compliant. For more information, visit Enviro-Tech Services at booth 1086 or online at www.envirotechsvcs.com.

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