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product ProTeam, the leading innovator of commercial backpack vacuum cleaners, has introduced the cordless GoVac BP. This machine promises to expand the ability to clean better and more discretely without relying on electrical outlets. Years of engineering and countless tests have gone into the development of the Lithium Ion battery technology that powers the GoVac backpack. As a result, continuous runtime averages 50 minutes—more than double that of the competition. The motor features an automatic shut off system to ensure the machine always cleans at its most optimal level. Full battery recharge time is three hours, meaning downtime is kept to a minimum. Cordfree vacuuming has enormous potential in a wide range of applications where powered equipment poses challenges to cleaning staff. Areas lacking outlets, such as stairwells and elevators, can now be cleaned more effectively than with dust mops. Dayporters can be more unobtrusive in high-traffic areas such as hotel lobbies and offices. Wrangling with cords around retail display racks and industrial machinery can be a thing of the past. As with all ProTeam vacuums, the GoVac has a quiet, yet powerful motor paired with advanced Four Level‚ Filtration—a CRI-certified system that captures and removes 99.9% of indoor air pollutants, one micron and larger. It also comes with a comprehensive warranty: one year prorated on batteries, one year on battery charger, three years on motor, and lifetime on vacuum body. www.pro-team.com The Nilfisk GD10 Back vacuum has received a Green Label by the Carpet and Rug Institute. Overseen by independent labs, The Green Label program is designed for architects, builders, specifiers, and facility managers who want to assure that their carpet and adhesive products meet the most stringent criteria for low chemical emissions and help improve indoor air quality. To receive Green Label certification, the GD10 Back underwent a 14-day testing process that measured emissions for a range of chemicals. Designed with comfort and ease-of-use in mind, the GD10 Back was launched in early 2008. It is incredibly powerful for its small size and equipped with a variety of features for fast, effective cleaning in a multitude of industries. Features include: • Lightweight, ergonomic design proven to reduce fatigue • Low noise level for operator comfort and cleaning in noise-sensitive areas • Upstream HEPA-filter allows for safe collection of hazardous materials, trapping 99.99% of particles, down to and including 0.3 microns. • Standard equipped with a sack-style main filter that will prolong the life of both the HEPA- filter and motor. • Exhaust air is directed upward so that it does not interfere with the operator. www.stop-the-dust.com 26 Executive Housekeeping Today/January 2009 highlights DJ Products, Inc. of Minneapolis, MN, has introduced a walk-behind self-propelled, battery-powered housekeeping cart that transports cleaning and linen supplies used for housekeeping. The Powered Housekeeping Cart is motorized for moving supplies used for daily duties in hospitality and hospital environments, eliminating the manual pushing of these heavy supplies and linens, especially where carpeting makes them very difficult to push. Workplace injury and illness costs American businesses $171 billion annually. The time-lost cost of a single injury is estimated at $26,000. Ergonomics has been repeatedly proven to significantly reduce back and other repetitive stress injuries. Businesses that institute ergonomic practices and use ergonomically-designed equipment, like DJ Products motorized housekeeping cart, realize immediate and significant reductions in injury rates and associated medical, insurance, disability, workers compensation, and lost man-hour costs. The Powered Housekeeping Cart can haul loads up to 700 lbs. The motorized cart has a variable speed twist grips that allows the operator to travel at speeds of 0-3 mph forward or backward. With its heavy duty, 24-volt motor being powered by two 12v batteries, their motorized carts can perform without re-charging for an entire shift. Their Motorized Housekeeping Cart can be customized to any application or any environment. www.djproducts.com http://www.pro-team.com http://www.stop-the-dust.com http://www.djproducts.com

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Executive Housekeeping Today - January 2009 Contents Executive Corner Start With the Seal: CRI Seal of Approval Offers Proven Effectiveness 2008 IHW Celebrations! Frugal Housekeeper What’s in Your Janitor Closet? Feature Article Let the “Recognition Games” Begin! The Green Scene Product Highlights New Members Joint IEHA/ISSA Members REH/CEH Members Advertisers' Index Calendar of Events Inside IEHA What IEHA Has Done For Me

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