alexisalley's Profile on Ping.sg Orbit Group: March 2011

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Significance of mixing window cleaning chemicals in accurate proportions


Window cleaning can be a laborious task, which is why most people hire professional cleaners to carry out this task. These experts possess complete expertise in rendering this service, and can mix the chemicals used in the process with utmost proficiency. Which is why, it is extremely important for all organizations to mix the chemicals used in cleaning windows with extreme care, as these chemicals can turn volatile when mixed inefficiently.
Personnel of Industrial Cleaning companies that carry out services for windows and other glass surfaces make use of various chemicals, such as vinegar, ammonia, alcohol, borax, mustard, baking soda, cornstarch etc. Many of these chemicals, especially ammonia (which is toxic in nature), can be harmful if mixed inaccurately. Thus, it is important for the individuals to mix the products precisely, and while wearing a face mask and gloves for precautionary measures.
Some of the chemicals used for cleaning windows by the reputed Cleaning Company Perth are listed below:

1qt. Vinegar + 1cup lemon Ammonia + 24oz Windex: these are mixed in a container that has capacity of a gallon. The contents are shaken vigorously upon mixing and topped off with water.

1cup of white Vinegar & water: Equal parts of these two liquids should be mixed and poured in a spray bottle.

1cup isopropyl alcohol + 1tbsp white vinegar + 1cup water: It is an effective cleaner that is used commercially.

Cornstarch can be used individually for Window Cleaning purposes.

1/2 cup vinegar + 1/4 cup baking soda (or 2 teaspoons borax): these products should be mixed in 1/2 gallon (2 liters) of water to make an effective cleaning agent.
These cleaning agents prove to be extremely effective against the grimiest of windows, and the measurements need to be followed with extreme caution. Always remember that chemicals can react adversely, for e.g. if bleach (which is found in innumerable cleaning agents) and ammonia are mixed, the highly toxic chlorine gas is produced.

Equipments used in carpet cleaning


Professional Carpet Cleaning has gained prominence in the corporate world due to the fact that all companies have carpeted floor coverings in their offices. And, these carpets need to be cleaned periodically, which is a process that requires various machines. The companies engaged in rendering carpet cleaning service execute them with the help of various equipments and machines, which have been classified below:
Wet Carpet Cleaning Machines – These are available with varying motor capacities, with greater the capacity, better the performance. They are termed steam cleaners, and the machines that require a water hookup mechanism are widely preferred by the users over other variants.

Dry Carpet Cleaning Machines – These comprise of components that can remove the cleaning solution applied to the carpet as well as the embedded dust that is loosened by the solvents. Components of these machines include vacuums, steam vacuums, brushes, spray nozzles, suction systems etc., among others.
Several Cleaning Contractors also use Dirt Invader, lightweight equipment that can easily clean carpets in offices on a daily basis via the dry cleaning method.

The companies that conduct end of lease cleaning tasks use Extractors that employ wet cleaning methods for tidying up the carpets.

Monday, March 7, 2011

Microfibers – Perfect waterless cleaning agents

Waterless technologies are the need of the hour, and they are being incorporated throughout the globe lock stock and barrel for meeting Office Cleaning needs. Microfibers are excellent cloths that can be used for cleaning purposes without requiring the immense amounts of water that are typically wasted in carrying out the activity. The cloths having these ultra thin fibers including a nylon based blend of polyester and polyamide, both of which possess tremendous cleaning potentials. Typically, 1 sq. cm. of such a cloth consists of more than 30km of the revolutionary microfibers.

Compared to the conventional cleaning cloths used by Window Cleaners and other professionals, the microfiber based cloths have wedge shaped cross-sections whose function is to trap and remove the dirt and grime from the surface being cleaned. These cloths can also clean bacteria-ridden areas, and thus are suitable for hospitals, aged care homes and nurseries. Generally, a standard microfiber cloth has a lifespan of 600 wash cycles, thus would provide excellent service for many years. Though these cloths cost more than the average cleaning cloth, their wide areas of application make them a worthwhile product for companies that render Commercial Cleaning Services, one of which is Orbit Group.

Orbit Group finishes cleaning David Jones Claremont


Orbit Group, the renowned Commercial Cleaning Company of Western Australia, has concluded the comprehensive cleaning of David Jones Claremont. The Claremont store of David Jones -one of high end retail chain groups, had been undergoing refurbishment for the past two years. Orbit Group made use of their quality materials and equipments while carrying out various cleaning activities including Windows Cleaning, furniture areas, display cases, floors, carpets etc. The cleaning service were provided keeping in mind the class that frequents this store, and all areas were cleaned in accordance with the prevalent industry standards.

The services that comprised the whole job were commissioned in a commendable manner, such that the work flow is not hindered at any point of time. The clearing and buffing procedures were conducted by well trained professionals of Orbit Group in a timely fashion. The area of cleaning was a magnanimous 30,000 sq. m., which will house goods of more than 450 brands from Feb 19, 2011. Indeed, this spick-and-span store will add to the charm of David Jones in the coming time, and complement the growth of the store and this world class retail chain.

Orbit Group bags cleaning contract of Novotel – The Vines Resort


Novotel – The Vines Resort is a leading name International as well as Australian hospitality sector, and very well known for the excellent golfing opportunities it offers to its guests. This state of the art hotel has awarded its contract for cleaning the hotel premises to Orbit Group, the prominent Commercial Cleaning Company of Western Australia. This challenging project has been offered to Orbit group for a particular duration of time during which it will execute the services by making use of all its quality cleaning machines, technologies and material.

As part of the contract, Orbit Group will carry out the generic hotel cleaning activities, such as cleaning rooms, furniture, windows, carpets, back areas, restaurants, kitchens, public areas, washrooms etc. This professional Cleaning Company Perth will carry out the jobs with the best in class waterless technologies, wherever possible and non-toxic chemicals in order to ensure its philosophy of eco friendliness. It will train the personnel in accordance with the requirements of Novotel – The Vines Resort, so that the hotel’s reputation for adhering to the highest standards for hygiene is maintained.