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November 25, 2019

How to Control Trash Room Odors

According to the EPA, per capita, the average person generates around 4.5 pounds of trash per day. All this garbage has to be stored somewhere before it gets to landfills. Hotels, residential buildings, restaurants, hospitals, retail spaces, and other locations collect their garbage in centralized…

Alex Cosmas

Janitorial & Sanitation

January 16, 2018

The Best Solutions for Fighting Foul Odors in Correctional Facilities

Correctional facilities come with a wide-range of foul odor sources. With small cells holding many inmates, and shared toilets and kitchen areas, dealing with these bad smells, especially in very confined buildings can be a major challenge for correctional facility cleaning staff. While many jails…

Alex Cosmas

Janitorial & Sanitation

March 22, 2016

Ballparks Embrace Pets, but Should Consider Odor Control for Keeping All Fans Happy

Dogs are an integral part of many families, and as the saying goes, they are “man’s (or woman’s) best friend.” This is why many people are understandably hesitant to leave their dogs at home for long periods of time. And leaving your pet in a…

Alex Cosmas

Janitorial & Sanitation

April 8, 2015

Combating Foul Dumpster Odors in the Most Extreme Heat

This spring and summer, NOAA is predicting periods of record warmth, especially in the West. In these regions, as well as other areas that typically experience summer temperatures in the 90s and beyond, this can understandably create significant challenges when it comes to dealing with…

Alex Cosmas

Janitorial & Sanitation

July 16, 2014

Green Sports Alliance Paves Way for Eco-Friendly Sports Arenas and Ballparks

Because sporting venues often use a tremendous amount of energy and produce literal tons of waste, creating the right green operational strategies is paramount. Thanks to the Green Sports Alliance, sports teams, venues, and leagues can enhance their environmental performance through collaboration and information sharing.…

Alex Cosmas

Janitorial & Sanitation

April 3, 2014

Odor Management: Ensuring Amusement Parks Maintain A Memorable Place in the Hearts of Americans

Amusement parks and theme parks hold a special place in the heart of almost every red-blooded American as a destination for family fun with joyous rides, tricky games, and tasty (fried) food. But as you can imagine, it is a challenge to ensure that this…

Alex Cosmas

Janitorial & Sanitation

August 16, 2013

Part 2: Director of Cemeteries Discusses Key Odor Management Challenges

Earlier this week, we ran a post that featured insights from a funeral director on the odor management challenges that confront many funeral homes. The funeral director we interviewed actually wears two hats, and is also a Director of Cemeteries. Following are some key points…

Alex Cosmas

Janitorial & Sanitation

August 13, 2013

Insights from a Funeral Director on the Value of Odor Management

It is not often that you get to learn about the inner workings of a funeral home. Most people only have a vague understanding of the industry, which mostly comes from popular culture and TV shows like HBO’s Six Feet Under. However, the Fresh Wave…

Alex Cosmas

Janitorial & Sanitation

July 23, 2013

Why Odor Management is a Blessing for Houses of Worship

Churches are supposed to be welcoming and special places that provide salvation and guidance for the faithful. But when you squeeze so many parishioners into the rows of pews, foul odors may be hard to avoid. Consider some older churches, especially those that only open…

Alex Cosmas

Janitorial & Sanitation

May 23, 2013

Keeping Local Government Efficient and Effective Through Odor Management

Local government offices house critical services for towns and cities. From police and fire departments to vital social services to the Department of Motor Vehicles, they are places people come to for important needs in their lives, and their functionality and appearance represent the heart…

Alex Cosmas

Janitorial & Sanitation

April 24, 2013

Keeping Zoos and Aquariums Healthy and Odor-Free

According to a recent study by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the public places a high value on the role of these facilities in teaching children about the natural world, and to have respect for living creatures. With the world’s population expected to grow…

Alex Cosmas

Janitorial & Sanitation

January 31, 2013

Smelly Restrooms: Eliminate the Odors … Don’t Mask Them

Restroom odors can cause major headaches for facility and janitorial managers, not to mention the patrons who have need for these facilities. Even with daily cleaning, most public restrooms have very poor airflow, and distinct odors can remain. And no matter how clean a restroom…

Alex Cosmas

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How to Control Trash Room Odors

The Best Solutions for Fighting Foul Odors in Correctional Facilities

Ballparks Embrace Pets, but Should Consider Odor Control for Keeping All Fans Happy

Combating Foul Dumpster Odors in the Most Extreme Heat

Green Sports Alliance Paves Way for Eco-Friendly Sports Arenas and Ballparks

Odor Management: Ensuring Amusement Parks Maintain A Memorable Place in the Hearts of Americans

Part 2: Director of Cemeteries Discusses Key Odor Management Challenges

Insights from a Funeral Director on the Value of Odor Management

Why Odor Management is a Blessing for Houses of Worship

Keeping Local Government Efficient and Effective Through Odor Management

Keeping Zoos and Aquariums Healthy and Odor-Free

Smelly Restrooms: Eliminate the Odors … Don’t Mask Them

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