This week is dedicated to Hospice Care and Cleenol is proud to have been supporting Katharine House Hospice almost since its inception. About Katharine House Hospice Katharine House Hospice was officially opened by HRH The Princess of Wales in October 1991. Since then the hospice in Adderbury, near Banbury, has met the emotional, physical and medical needs of thousands of people affected by life-limiting illnesses. Local girl Katharine Gadsby was aged only 20 when her life was cruelly cut short by cancer. She had told her father, Neil, that she did not want to die in a hospital bed so she spent her last days at home as no other option was available. Her untimely death set her father and friends on a six-year journey to raise sufficient funds to build a place that cares for people during their toughest times. Today, care at the ten-bed hospice is led by consultants in palliative medicine and specialist nurses, while the hospice also offers a range of day services and care in the community. https://www.khh.org.uk/ Cleenol’s strong ties to hospice Cleenol’s association with Katharine House Hospice dates back to its foundation. The headmaster at Katharine Gadsby’s school was Ken Greaves, grandfather of current MD of Cleenol Group, Sam Greaves. Ken, a long-time friend of Neil Gadsby, read at Katharine’s funeral and also assisted Neil in the acquisition of the land on which the hospice was built. Sam’s father, Richard Greaves, and predecessor as Cleenol’s MD, was a trustee for over 15 years, and took over as chairman of the hospice when Neil retired. Over the last eight years Cleenol has been providing the hospice with a variety of cleaning products – all free of charge – and saving it £5,000 a year. The products include toilet maintainers and descalers, cream cleaners, sanitisers, wax free polishes and lift spray cleaners with bactericides. Also, since 2014, Cleenol has donated over £20,000 to the hospice through employee fundraising and various sponsorship activities. These have included midnight walks, Christmas raffles, sponsorship of Christmas cards, ‘Bring a £1 to Work Day’, collection boxes placed in Cleenol’s reception, ‘Care for A Cuppa’, an accumulator challenge, a gala dinner held at nearby Blenheim Palace, sponsorship of newsletters and donated profits from sales of scrap metal and office products. Fundraising key to hospice’s future Trevor Johnson, CEO at Katharine House Hospice said: “We still enjoy working closely together as a partnership, with Cleenol also sponsoring our hospice projects and through employee fundraising. We are very much looking forward to the partnership growing and celebrating Cleenol’s 75th anniversary next year. “The hospice simply would not exist without the support from our local businesses, like Cleenol. Indeed, Cleenol provide more than just support, they are a partnership with the hospice providing gifts in kind, sponsorship and fundraising. “They are a company that share the same values as the hospice which is why we work so well together and we are proud to be a partnership with them. “Cleenol as a business are very passionate and committed to supporting the local community and by supporting the community, they, in turn, support both their staff and clients”. This support is integral to who Cleenol is as a company and to our philosophy as a business, supporting the local community and helping provide for a cleaner, safer world.

National Hygiene Week runs from 3rd to 9th October this year. Organised by The Hygiene Bank, the purpose of National Hygiene Week is to raise awareness about hygiene poverty and encourage individuals and organisations around the UK to get involved, volunteer or donate money or products to support the cause. What is hygiene poverty? The Hygiene Bank uses the term hygiene poverty to describe those who are unable to afford vital hygiene and personal grooming products because they need to spend their money on other life essentials such as food, heating or rent. Over a third of people living in the UK are classed as living in poverty and over a half of 18 to 24 year olds have had to go without essential hygiene products or cut down on usage because they can’t afford them. This means people are being forced to choose between keeping warm and putting food on the table and doing everyday activities a lot of us take for granted such as cleaning, washing and dental hygiene. The Hygiene Bank is working to change this Driven by the belief that basic hygiene is not a privilege, The Hygiene Bank aims to fulfil its vision that ‘one day everyone in the UK will have access to essential hygiene products’. National Hygiene Week plays a big part in this. Why we’re supporting National Hygiene Week At Cleenol, we’re committed to creating a cleaner, safer world and we provide a range of high-quality cleaning, hygiene and sanitising products to businesses and organisations. Because we understand the importance of good hygiene and cleanliness to keep people and the environment safe, we’re proud to be associated with The Hygiene Bank and support their aims to end hygiene poverty and enable everyone in the UK to access these essential products. How can I get involved? There are several ways to get involved. You can choose to volunteer by setting up a hygiene bank in your area or offering your skills to help support The Hygiene Bank’s campaign. Alternatively if you’re a retailer, service provider or public service, you can help by hosting a collection box. The Hygiene Bank also relies on individuals, organisations, businesses and institutions to support the cause by being a collector of these vital supplies to enable The Hygiene Bank to get them to the people who so desperately need them. And the Hygiene Bank is always on the lookout for people to help with fundraising activities and for corporate support from organisations and businesses.

If you run a commercial laundry or a nursing home or hotel that does its laundry on site, then the pressures to keep everything running and keep the levels of service to where you want them to be, whilst watching your utilities bills rise, feels like an unsurmountable challenge. Crystalbrite, our range of highly effective laundry products, which feature on energy saving could be the answer. CrystalBrite – Quality you can Trust The CrystalBrite range of laundry liquids and powders offer excellent performance and value for money for every type of establishment. Our extensive range of chemicals allows you to have the best combination of products to meet your specific requirements. The laundry liquid detergents are fully built for use with low and high-temperature wash programmes. Also compatible with ozone systems. Our fabric softeners come with a variety of fragrances and are designed to soften the fabric, reduce static and make ironing easier. CrystalBrite also offers specialist enhancing products for specific soiling from destains to boosts and emulsifiers. Traditional powders are a great choice for hospitality and care/residential homes. Energy Saving Formulations CrystalBrite products are formulated to give first-class results even in low temperatures. By washing at 30°C rather than 60°C, a saving of around 65% (cold fill) or 70% (hot fill) is achieved in energy costs. Also, cycle times are reduced as the water need not be heated. Benefits of partnering with Cleenol Full Survey Available on Product Performance, Wash Programmes & Cost Per Wash One Free Service Call Per Year Free Breakdown Cover In Case of System Failure Any Technical Issues, Just Call/Email Cleenol Full Training Provided upon System Install Training improves work safety and efficiency Cleenol provides educational programmes to inform staff about our products and the relevant Health & Safety Acts, including Health & Safety, COSHH and CLP regulations. In addition, we provide a range of leaflets, posters and guides. Training modules can be tailored to your individual training requirements and incorporated into personalised wall charts. Laundry Supply Roadmap PRE-AUDIT - Pre-audit on-site survey to ensure the viability of our Auto Dosing System (ADS). AUDIT - If the criteria are met, we will conduct a full audit visit to survey current products and systems being used. We will identify the current cost per wash, any quality issues and perform a test wash if required. We will define what Crystalbrite products and custom wash programmes would benefit your wash results. PROPOSAL - We provide a detailed analysis of our offering vs. products currently being used. A proposed recommendation includes proposed products and pricing, indicating any savings that you could pocket. FOLA If you are happy to progress, we complete a “Free On Loan Agreement” for 3 years. INSTALLATION, TRAINING & SUPPLY Cleenol's Installation Team will advise on the installation date. At installation, all custom wash programmes are installed and wall charts are hung up. Staff are trained on best practices on washing and drying. All chemicals and SDS are supplied. About time you called us to find out how you sign up.

Is hand hygiene still a priority as we move beyond the worst of the pandemic? The pandemic changed our behaviour, with governments around the globe encouraging citizens to take steps to prevent the spread of the virus. Mask-wearing became mandatory, we were forced to socially distance or isolate, and take extra measures around hygiene and sanitisation to protect ourselves and the most vulnerable in our communities. As we emerge from the worst of the pandemic, we are finally able to enjoy a level of normality and relax a little. But the virus hasn’t completely disappeared and we may yet face future spikes in case numbers. So, while we may breathe a sigh of relief hoping that the worst of it is over, are we remembering the things we can do to prevent any further spread of Covid-19, or any future virus spreading in the way Covid-19 did? A YouGov behaviour changes tracker, shows a clear trend of relaxation in people’s attitude towards the virus. It has been charting people’s approach towards improving personal hygiene (such as hand washing and using sanitiser) in relation to Covid-19 since February 2020, when the virus started spreading around the world. It records a significant downward trend in participants actively improving their personal hygiene, most prominently in Europe and the Americas. For example, in the UK, the tracker shows us that 77% of participants were taking measures to improve hygiene in April 2020, whereas in July 2022, this has fallen to just 29% and in the US a reduction from 69% down to 40%. Hand wash, creams and sanitisers are important to limit the transmission of, not just Covid-19, but other illnesses and viruses as well, to keep ourselves safe from bacteria and germs. Our extensive range of hand hygiene products will help you, your employees, customers, and clients to do that. Our Senses hand wash is designed for frequent use. It can be used to refill a wall-mounted soap dispenser and is available in three scents – Rose Lily, Peach, and Green Apple. Or if you are looking for a more luxurious range, try our Ast & Greaves products. Our carefully balanced, lightly perfumed hand washes are available in Jasmine & Apple Blossom and Black Pepper & Ginseng. We also provide a range of hand sanitiser products. Our 70% Alcohol Hand Sanitizing Gel or Spray, kill 99.99% of viruses and 99.999% of bacteria. Or if you are looking for a sanitiser that is kinder on the hands, try our Senses Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer designed for frequent use. It dries more slowly than alcohol-based sanitisers meaning you get better coverage (you rub your hands together for longer) with a more durable resistance on your skin. Find out more about how we are helping to prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses: contact our sales team today, sales@cleenol.co.uk

Cleenol is delighted to be one of the key sponsors supporting Cleanology's initiative, bringing some of the biggest names in the cleaning and FM industry together to support the launch of a spectacular new annual fundraising event in aid of The Hygiene Bank. In September 2021, Cleanology held its first charity event which raised over £14,000 for The Hygiene Bank, a national charity that alleviates poverty by providing hygiene products to those in need. Due to the enormous success of that event, the wide publicity generated, and the amount of money raised through the raffle and auction, CEO of Cleanology, Dominic Ponniah is looking to make a bigger impact this year and will be hosting a higher profile networking event aimed at the cleaning and FM sectors to raise even more awareness and funds for The Hygiene Bank. The event has been backed by 6 of the biggest names in the industry: Bridge Recruitment, Cleenol Group, Darwin Clayton, Liberty Hygiene, Truvox International and Zep will join Cleanology to welcome industry representatives to the Private Dining Room of the prestigious Ivy Restaurant in central London on 27 September 2022, where guests will enjoy networking, drinks & canapes, a lively auction and raffle. Cleanology CEO Dominic Ponniah said: “Last year was our first fundraising event, and we managed to raise a staggering £14,000. This year, with these fantastic sponsors on board, we plan to make an even greater impact. I am incredibly grateful to all our sponsors for getting behind this important cause.” Tom Poynter, UK Chairman of The Hygiene Bank, said "We are thrilled to be working with Cleanology again to raise vital funds to tackle hygiene poverty. With the cost-of-living crisis pushing more of us to make increasingly tough decisions, these partnerships with brands and corporates are more important than ever. Cleanology champions this collaborative approach to tackling hygiene poverty, enabling and empowering brands and corporates of all sizes to make a real difference to communities throughout the UK." Ponniah welcomed the support of the sponsors, saying: “This commitment brings valuable extra funds, but we are also excited to be able to work collaboratively to tackle such an important issue. Figures show that one in three people have to go without hygiene essentials and, sadly, as the cost of living rises, we can only expect to see this number increase. The Hygiene Bank is really on the front line in supporting people through real crisis, and we welcome any companies that would like to join us to fight hygiene poverty.” Tickets are £38 +VAT each and available on Eventbrite, with all profits donated to The Hygiene Bank: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/383940886527

Food safety affects everyone without exception. From production to packaging and transportation to retail, cooks and chefs all the way to the end consumer, no-one is untouched by the need to uphold good food safety standards. Indeed every single one of us is a consumer so we all have an interest in the ensuring good levels of food hygiene. In 2018, the World Health Organization launched Food Safety Day which is held each year on 7th June to raise awareness of food safety and to ‘inspire action to help prevent, detect and manage foodborne risks’[1]. What are the risks around poor food safety? Poor food safety can result in foodborne diseases, which can range from mild illness, to severe disease and even death. Globally, one in every ten people fall ill from contaminated food each year[2], but this, for the most part, is preventable. The quality and state of food itself is of course important to prevent foodborne diseases because food must be in a state that is fit to be eaten in the first place. But it goes further than that. Proper hygiene and safety measures must also be upheld at every stage of the supply chain. So it’s not just about the food itself. It’s also about how it’s stored, transported, cooked and prepared. How, with what, and by who. The hygiene of the surfaces, prepping and cooking equipment, and even people the food comes into contact with, at whatever stage of the process, is also essential. Helping to uphold food safety best practice There’s an easy and practical way to ensure food safety best practice is upheld. That is, by implementing and adhering to an effective cleaning and hygiene regime, and by using the right products to support this. Since 1948, Cleenol has been a leading provider of hygiene and cleaning products. As our business has evolved, so have our products. We have a comprehensive range of cleaning products, developed specifically to help our customers achieve the optimum level of cleanliness and hygiene, including for the food and beverage sector. Our Virabact range for example, includes antiviral and antibacterial multi-surface cleaners, ready-to-use surface cleaners and sanitisers, as well as concentrated surface cleaners and sanitisers. We also have an extensive range of hand sanitisers, antibacterial foam soaps, ice machine cleaning kits, alcohol wipes and non-rinse floor degreasers. And our range of hand wash products, is perfect for kitchens and washrooms. If you’d like to find out more, contact our team today. [1] https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-food-safety-day/2022 [2] https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/food-safety

Marking World Environment Day on 5th June to protect and celebrate our planet On 5th June it’s the UN’s World Environment Day. While this day is marked every year by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), this year marks a particular milestone as it’s 50 years since the United Nations conference on the Human Environment was held in 1972, in Stockholm, Sweden[1]. What is World Environment Day about? World Environment Day has been held since 1974 and is the largest global environment platform, with over 150 countries participating. Its purpose is to engage individuals and organisations around the world to raise awareness of environmental issues and to celebrate actions taken to protect the environment. This year, to mark the 50 year anniversary since the first conference was held, the event will once again be hosted by Sweden. Only One Earth campaign This year’s Only One Earth campaign calls for ‘collective, transformative action on a global scale to celebrate, protect and restore our planet’[2]. The UNEP is calling on individuals, organisations, celebrities and businesses to get involved to raise awareness and spread the word. Our approach to sustainability At Cleenol, we’ve a long history of sustainability in business and have been ISO14001 accredited since 2010, meaning we manage our environmental responsibilities in a systematic manner that contributes to the environmental pillar of sustainability. We also operate an Environmental Management System, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements relating to environmental aspects of our business activities, products and services. In 2014, we launched our Envirological range, featuring only products that included no unnecessary raw materials, dyes, perfumes or harmful additives, were phosphate-free, septic tank safe, and packaged in reusable or renewable containers. We’re also committed to striking the right balance by ensuring that users of our products understand how to use them safely and avoid under dilution, which can have harmful effects on the environment, or over-dilution, which wastes water. This is why we adhere to the principle we call The Right Dose. All of our products carefully formulated to ensure that when used correctly, at the right dilution with the right equipment, the environmental impact is kept to a minimum and remains safe for people. Plus, our Easidose range is super-concentrated, meaning it’s compact, uses minimal packaging and is easily transportable – all of which helps to drive a lower carbon footprint. And all of the packaging is recyclable and where possible, reusable. Going further to help protect the environment Yet, as the effects of climate change and the human impact on the planet become ever more apparent, we can always do more. Concerns around sustainability and the environment are ever-increasing and businesses must continue to strive to do things better. That’s why we developed our new comprehensive environmentally friendly product range, edencleen. edencleen puts the environment first without compromise Our new edencleen range delivers the same high-quality performance as the rest of our product ranges, contributing to a cleaner, safer world, without compromise. The products in this new range have been developed around the following principles and ingredients: RSPO certified palm oil derivatives No animal derived products / cruelty free No parabens, formaldehyde, CMI/MIT, triclosan, phosphates, chlorine bleaches, optical brighteners or quaternary ammonium compounds VOC free and phosphate, EDTA, NTA free 100% bio-based surfactant made by using bio-based ethylene oxide, manufactured from biomass ethanol Uses bioethanol, naturally derived acids, sugar-based surfactants, bio-based solvents and low impact preservatives Minimal petrochemical derived products Recyclable / recycled packaging This new range range includes washroom cleaner, multi-surface degreaser, all-purpose sanitiser, toilet cleaner, laundry liquid detergent, fabric conditioner, washing up liquid and window and glass cleaner. So whatever your cleaning or hygiene needs, if you’re looking for high-performing products that are kind to the environment, contact our team today. Trust Cleenol, for a safer, cleaner world. [1] https://www.un.org/en/conferences/environment/stockholm1972 [2] https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/get-involved/get-involved

Striking the right balance with our professional cleaning supplies At Cleenol, we’re committed to contributing to a safer, cleaner world, and we also prioritise reducing waste. We know it’s critically important to get the right balance between the products we provide, their efficacy, and the environments they are used in. Using the right product at the right concentration level – The Right Dose Cleenol manufactures, warehouses and distributes a wide range of high-quality cleaning products to customers, paired with our efficient and personal service. We continually strive to minimise cost and the impact on the environment, while achieving professional results. We provide solutions across a range of industries from restaurants, catering and food production to gyms, schools, laundries and healthcare. Each of our products is carefully formulated to industrial strength for the professional market. In order to attain the professional results that our customers need, while trying to minimise harmful chemical footprints in doing so, we’ve carefully tailored our solutions to meet the demands of the industries and environments they are  used in. Choosing the right product range for your environment is the first step, and we help our customers to do that. But it doesn’t stop there. For example, we’ve carefully calculated dilution levels for concentrates to make our products go as far as possible and keep our customers’ costs low, while supporting safe use and respect for our environment. Respecting the environment during challenging times Cleenol has been helping to create a cleaner, safer world by providing cleaning products and services since 1948, so we’re no stranger to the needs of the industries we serve. But the Covid-19 pandemic has brought about a massive increase in the need to sanitise and disinfect on a global scale. While being mindful of the need to keep people safe, we need to consider the environment and the impact we have on the natural world. That’s why we’re committed to the prevention of over-consumption. Cleenol’s commitment to preventing over-consumption At Cleenol, we aim to prevent the over-consumption of cleaning, sanitising and disinfectant products via: The production and provision of cleaning products specifically tailored to the industries they are used within Clear instructions regarding product use across our range Specific dilution instructions for concentrates to ensure optimum performance while reducing waste or chemical overuse Training and development to ensure correct product use The provision of safety data sheets to support safe product use for storage, transportation and usage Information on ecological considerations such as toxicity levels, as well as safe disposal instructions A personal service to help customers make the right product choices for their industry areas Finding the right balance for the right industry Cleenol’s wide product offering includes a range of environmentally friendly cleaning solutions. To support our sustainability ethos, we ask that you please use our products responsibly at the recommended dilution levels. That way we can all contribute to a safer, cleaner world while minimising our impact on the environment.

World Health Day and how we’re contributing to a cleaner world and a healthier future Not only have we experienced a global pandemic for over two years, we’re also challenged by climate change, air pollution, water shortages, and an increase in adverse health conditions such as asthma, cancer and heart disease. Poor decisions made by individuals, and commercial and political entities are contributing to the health and climate crisis we are facing. The World Health Organization estimates that over 13 million deaths each year are attributable to “avoidable environmental causes” and considering 90% of the global population breathes polluted air[1] it's time to do things differently. The WHO World Health Day will be held on 7th April this year and its objective is to promote a healthier planet for both humans and the planet at large. A world where clean air, water and food are available to anyone, no matter where they are on the planet. It aims to raise awareness and make us think about our actions and how we can contribute to a healthier tomorrow. How can we contribute to a healthier future? We need to be responsible about the decisions we make and think about ways we can change how we live and work. But depending on the lifestyle we have, or the industry we operate in, these don’t necessarily need to be major. Changing the products or chemicals we use, the amount we consume, and the toxins we put into the air or water systems, can collectively help to achieve a healthier world. Committed to a cleaner, safer and healthier world Cleenol has been producing cleaning products with a contained environmental impact since the 1990s. We understand the effects that chemicals can have on indoor air quality and aquatic toxicity levels amongst other areas. As we’ve evolved over the years, we’ve seen the effects the human footprint has had on our planet and each other’s health and wellbeing, and we know we can do things even better. That’s why we’re once again evolving our product range to be kinder to both health, and the environment. A cleaning range that’s kind to our health and the planet All of our products are engineered to provide the best solution when used as directed, including the use of cold or warm water and diluted as instructed – more chemical isn’t always directly correlated to better performance.  Indicative of our commitment to the environment, we are on the cusp of bringing a new range to market that is entirely dedicated to the protection of the environment. edencleen will be launched at Interclean in May, so watch out for news closer to the event. Contact our team today [1] https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-health-day/2022

Cleenol has a long history of bringing new products to market, and as part of our recent refresh, we are looking back also at some of our early solutions that in todays world have new meaning and relevance. Cleaning and Hygiene Today recently featured our recently launched Easidose. Click here to read more

Another year, another successful certification that shows our commitment to our customers and the quality and standards of our products and processes.

Understanding the difference between various cleaning and hygiene terms was never more important than over the last couple of years. As we move towards a status of living with the virus, remembering what we learned remains key. Click here to find out more.