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Together, We Can Accelerate Action in Improving Hand Hygiene
4/26/2023
By Jim Arbogast, Ph.D.
Hygiene Sciences and Public Health Advancements Vice President, GOJO Industries
As World Hand Hygiene Day approaches on May 5th, we join hospitals around the globe and the World Health Organization (WHO) in raising awareness about the importance of hand hygiene. Using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer (ABHS) frequently at key moments and washing with soap and water when hands are visibly soiled or contaminated are key steps in any infection prevention program. Public health organizations all over the world join in this celebration, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Health Canada.
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Let’s Partner Together to Promote Hand Hygiene
4/18/2022
By Jim Arbogast, Ph.D.
Hygiene Sciences and Public Health Advancements Vice President, GOJO Industries
As World Hand Hygiene Day approaches on May 5th, we join hospitals around the globe and the World Health Organization (WHO) in raising awareness about the importance of hand hygiene. Using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer frequently at key moments and washing with soap and water when hands are visibly soiled or contaminated are key steps in any infection prevention program. Public health organizations all over the world join in this celebration, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Health Canada.
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The Role of IoT in Hand Hygiene Dispensers
8/31/2021
By Tamara Cross
Total Solutions Director, IoT Product Category
Hand sanitizer and soap dispensers have become ubiquitous. When you walk into a hospital, restaurant, airport, stadium, mall, or office building, hand sanitizer is welcoming you with an invitation to clean your hands as you transition into the facility. In fact, 84% of people expect hand sanitizer to be offered in public places. Business owners and facility operators began offering hand sanitizer to help make their patrons, employees, and guests feel safe while they’re visiting.
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How Smart Restroom Solutions Transformed the Way Building Cleaning is Managed at One World Trade Center
4/6/2021
By April Bertram
Former Senior Business Development Director, GOJO Industries
The iconic One World Trade Center, located in lower Manhattan, has been a long-time customer of GOJO. Recently they turned to our partnership with Kimberly-Clark Professional to transform the way they manage their restrooms. The 104-story tower has adopted the internet-connected, state-of-the-art Onvation Smart Restroom Solution to proactively control and optimize servicing of its 140 restrooms.
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Don’t Let Restrooms Run on Empty
12/12/2019
By April Bertram
Former Senior Business Development Director, GOJO Industries
Imagine if drivers didn’t know their cars needed gas until their tanks were empty. Vehicles would litter roadsides. Emergency gas delivery services would be everywhere. Drivers would stop at gas stations constantly to fill up, just in case.
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Continuing to Enhance Direct Observation
3/8/2018
By Tamara Cross
Total Solutions Director, IoT Product Category
The GOJO® SMARTLINK™ Observation (OBV) System was designed with the healthcare professional in mind. And, since its launch, we have worked to create an easier and more intuitive experience with the OBV system.
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