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The New WAXIE Web@Work: Updated eCommerce Shopping Platform

By WAXIE Editorial Staff

By now we hope that you've had the chance to check out our newly updated WAXIE Web@Work eCommerce site. As with any change there are learning curves, but our goal is always to develop new and innovative products and programs, while adapting to technological advancements, so that you have the best possible experience when shopping with us.

Previously our desktop & mobile eCommerce platforms had different navigation, features and graphics, whereas this updated version of Web@Work creates a seamless experience whether you are on a desktop, tablet or mobile device.

Topics: company news, Web@Work

Solving Problematic Odor Issues in the Restroom

Identifying the Source to Determine the Best Solution

By: Briana Smith  |  August 2, 2018

Restrooms are notoriously difficult to keep clean -- especially when it comes to odor issues. 

Bad odors can negatively impact the customer experience, particularly in places which receive high foot traffic such as sports arenas, movie theaters, airports, train stations, amusement parks, etc. Perceptions of cleanliness can either increase or deter business, and noxious smells have a way of sticking with you longer, which leaves a bad impression. 

Determining the type and source of the odor problems is key to any solution, as bad scents in restrooms can be caused by numerous things. Thankfully there are many more sustainable options available that are highly effective at solving will these issues.

Topics: Restroom Care, Sustainable Solutions, odor control

The Latest in Cleaning Technology: Lithium-Ion Batteries are Now Powering Cleaning Equipment

By Keith Schneringer

Lithium-Ion Batteries – In Your Phone, In Your Laptop -- and on Mars?

Lithium-ion batteries are seemingly all around us – they are the batteries which power our cell phones, tablets, gaming consoles, laptop computers, and cordless power tools, and they are even being used to power many of the hybrid and full electric vehicles which are increasingly making their way on to our roads.

The technology is even being used in outer space to power NASA’s Mars Rovers (both Spirit and Opportunity, as well as Curiosity) as they explore the terrain and take images of Mars in our ongoing efforts to answer age-old questions about how planets are formed and if there is indeed life beyond Earth!

Topics: Technology, machines & equipment, news

Mitigating Rising Labor Costs in the Cleaning Industry

By: Keith Schneringer  |  June 28, 2018

PART 1-of-2: Minimum Wage Increase – A Hot Topic for the Cleaning Industry

PART 2-of-2: Mitigating Rising Labor Costs in the Cleaning Industry

So what can be done to mitigate these rising labor cost impacts?

In a word: analysis.

A thoughtful approach to analyzing current cleaning products and procedures can assist in identifying potential laborsaving cleaning solutions which can help to mitigate the impacts of rising labor rates.

Topics: minimum wage, news

Minimum Wage Increase – A Hot Topic for the Cleaning Industry

By: Keith Schneringer  |  June 14, 2018

PART 1-of-2: Minimum Wage Increase – A Hot Topic for the Cleaning Industry

PART 2-of-2: Mitigating Rising Labor Costs in the Cleaning Industry

Minimum Wage – A Look Back

Minimum wage legislation has been a part of the workplace conversation in the United States since the end of the 19^th century – and starting in the late 1800’s, the efforts of workers’ groups, religious leaders, academics, women’s organizations, politicians and other reformers have all played a role in having minimum wage laws passed throughout the United States.

Ultimately a federal minimum wage requirement was passed into law by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in 1938, and today this legislation continues to establish minimum wage and overtime pay, among other standards of employment in both the public and private sector. Depending on where you live, this legislation is potentially supplemented by state laws or local ordinances which may establish a minimum wage rate for workers in that specific state or local jurisdiction which is higher than the federal standard.

Topics: minimum wage, news

WAXIE Names Kevin Getman Chairman Award Winner for 2017

Left to right: WAXIE Chairman & CEO Charles Wax, Seattle Co-Sales Consultant of the Year, Hannah Cho, and Seattle Co-Sales Consultant of the Year and 2017 Chairman Award Winner, Kevin Getman.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Chairman Award recognizes one of the nine WAXIE Branch Sales Consultants of the Year as the top overall sales performer.

NEWS PROVIDED BY: WAXIE Sanitary Supply, written by Rick Hazard

SEATTLE, WA, May 11, 2018 – WAXIE Sanitary Supply held a Sales Award Ceremony on February 9th at the beautiful and inspiring Seattle Aquarium located at Pier 59 in downtown Seattle, Washington.

People from all over the Pacific Northwest gathered at the festivities to celebrate several of WAXIE’s regional branch achievements. WAXIE Seattle leadership along with Chairman & CEO, Charles Wax; President & COO, Jeff Roberts; and Executive Vice President of the Intermountain Region, Clint Hunter, paid tribute to the sales accomplishments of the vastly talented teams representing the offices of Anchorage and Fairbanks, Alaska; Portland, Oregon; and Seattle, Washington.

Topics: press release, company news

WAXIE Guides Beulah Payne Elementary to a Sustainable Waste Diversion Program

The compost, recycling and landfill stations set up by WAXIE and EcoSafe.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WAXIE Sanitary Supply and EcoSafe^® Zero Waste partnership reduces Beulah Payne TK-6 Elementary School landfill waste by over 90%

NEWS PROVIDED BY: WAXIE Sanitary Supply, written by Chris Meyer

Inglewood, CA, April 25, 2018 – In a joint effort, EcoSafe National Manager Jason Sanders, EcoSafe Regional Program Manager Daniel Redick, and WAXIE Senior Account Consultant Jeff Kothe worked alongside school staff to drive sustainability efforts at Beulah Payne TK-6 Elementary School in Inglewood, California. The partnership successfully eliminated waste through student education and streamlined waste management.

Topics: press release, company news

WAXIE Sanitary Supply Names Mike Midas Executive Vice President

Left to right: Charles Wax, Chairman & CEO; Mike Midas, Executive Vice President for the Northern California, Pacific Northwest and Colorado regions; Jeff Roberts, President & COO.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Mike Midas promoted to Executive Vice President for Northern California, Pacific Northwest, and Colorado Regions

NEWS PROVIDED BY: WAXIE Sanitary Supply, written by Rick Hazard
April 10, 2018

SAN DIEGO, CA, April 10, 2018 – WAXIE Sanitary Supply announces the promotion of Mike Midas to Executive Vice President for the Northern California, Pacific Northwest and Colorado regions.

Mike has been with WAXIE for 12 years. During his tenure, Mike has led the Portland branch through a start-up phase and has also been a part of acquiring WAXIE’s Seattle and Alaska branches. For the past seven years he has been the General Manager for the Colorado branch and he has led the region to impressive growth, expanding the WAXIE brand and presence throughout the state. Mike’s success is founded on hard work as well as his ability to connect on a personal level with every employee in a way that motivates them to bring their best to WAXIE.

Topics: press release, company news

WAXIE Sanitary Supply Names Three New Vice Presidents

Left to Right: Rick Jones, Vice President, General Manager of the Pacific Northwest Region; Steve Thomas, Vice President, Corporate Accounts; Eric Frei, Vice President, General Manager of the Arizona region.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Rick Jones, Steve Thomas, and Eric Frei Promoted to New Positions in the Pacific Northwest, San Diego and Arizona

NEWS PROVIDED BY: WAXIE Sanitary Supply, written by Chris Meyer
March 16, 2018

SAN DIEGO, CA, March 16, 2018 – WAXIE Sanitary Supply recently announced the promotion of three key employees: Rick Jones, Steve Thomas, and Eric Frei. With combined experience of over 60 years in sales, management, and operations, the three of them have played a pivotal role in shaping WAXIE’s impressive growth over the past couple decades.

Topics: press release, company news