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Real Estate & Property Mgmt

February 5, 2014

Making Dental Work a More Pleasant Experience

Can smell trigger a fear? No doubt that for those who loathe a visit to the dentist, the unique smell of a dentist’s office can trigger a feeling of panic. In fact, it is estimated that as many as 75 percent of U.S. adults experience…

Alex Cosmas

Hospitality

January 8, 2014

Ski Industry Growth Reinforces Need for Odor Management In Lodges

With much of the nation dealing with severe winter weather, one business sector is poised to gain from these record low temperatures and snow: the ski industry. As the number of people flocking to the ski slopes increases, ski resorts often run into odor management…

Alex Cosmas

News

December 18, 2013

Research: Synthetic Fragrances Just As Toxic As Second-Hand Smoke

It has long been common knowledge that synthetic fragrance solutions for odor issues, which are chemical-based and largely ineffective, pose real health threats to tenants and residents occupying buildings where they are being used. Just as it took decades to acknowledge the dangers of smoking,…

Alex Cosmas

Education

October 9, 2013

Reigning In Foul Odors In School Gymnasiums and Locker Rooms

When walking the hallways of a school, the distinct odor emanating from the gymnasium can immediately capture your attention, especially as you get closer to its location. Out of all the smells unique to schools and universities, the gymnasium odor is one of the most…

Alex Cosmas

Education

August 29, 2013

Losing Your Appetite at School: Controlling Lunch Room Odors

No matter our age, the distinct odor of the elementary, high school, or even college school lunchrooms is still ingrained in most of our memories. After all, it is one of the first things you notice when entering the vicinity of a school at any level;…

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

News

June 26, 2013

Summer Cleaning Tips for School Custodial Workers

The month of June is a joyous time for many students and faculty members, as the school year officially comes to an end. Parents can also breathe a sigh of relief over the respite from the daily grind of getting book bags packed, lunches prepared,…

Alex Cosmas

Transportation

June 19, 2013

Leading Rental Car Providers Simplify the Customer Experience

Much like many businesses in the travel sector, the rental car industry faces steep competition, and developing the right customer-centric approaches can determine who is the winner. One of the core areas of differentiation is the ability to provide the most ideal customer experience, which…

Alex Cosmas

Healthcare

June 11, 2013

Odor Management and Hospitals: Nurses Fight Foul Odors Right From Their Back Pockets

As we’ve highlighted before, hospitals can be a breeding ground for foul odors. The business of saving lives and helping those in need can have some disagreeable side effects. From the smells of urine to wound care, food waste to dirty linens, hospitals battle foul…

Alex Cosmas

Hospitality

June 6, 2013

Dispatches from Las Vegas: Casinos Need to Develop Sound Odor Management Strategies

A member of the Fresh Wave IAQ blog editorial team recently went on an expedition to Las Vegas to see how casinos and hotels fared in Sin City when it came to dealing with foul odors. Here’s his first-person perspective on what he learned on…

Alex Cosmas

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Catch up on the latest updates from Fresh Wave IAQ

Making Dental Work a More Pleasant Experience

Ski Industry Growth Reinforces Need for Odor Management In Lodges

Research: Synthetic Fragrances Just As Toxic As Second-Hand Smoke

Reigning In Foul Odors In School Gymnasiums and Locker Rooms

Losing Your Appetite at School: Controlling Lunch Room Odors

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

Summer Cleaning Tips for School Custodial Workers

Leading Rental Car Providers Simplify the Customer Experience

Odor Management and Hospitals: Nurses Fight Foul Odors Right From Their Back Pockets

Dispatches from Las Vegas: Casinos Need to Develop Sound Odor Management Strategies

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