New cleaning products and gadgets arrive every year. Some genuinely improve results, while others simply add cost. So how do you tell the difference? The best cleaning technology solves a real problem: it saves time, improves consistency or makes quality easier to see.
Here are the tools that tend to make a real difference in a building, and how to judge anything new.
Cleaning Technology That Captures Dirt
First, the basics matter most. Microfiber cloths and mops trap dust and dirt rather than spreading them around. Likewise, well maintained vacuums with good filtration keep dust out of the air. As a result, these simple tools often do more for a building than any expensive machine.
Measured Chemical Dispensing
Next, dispensing systems mix products at the right dilution every time. Too little product may not clean well, while too much wastes money and can leave residue. In addition, measured dispensing supports safety and sustainability. For more, read about cleaning chemical safety.
Floor Care Equipment
For large floors, auto scrubbers and burnishers clean and polish faster and more evenly than a mop alone. Meanwhile, the right pads and products help protect finishes. Read more in our guide to your floor care strategy.
Touchless Fixtures
Touchless faucets, soap dispensers and paper towel dispensers reduce how often people touch shared surfaces. Therefore, they can make restrooms easier to keep clean between visits. See our article on touchless technology.
Cleaning Technology for Inspections and Reporting
Finally, some of the most valuable cleaning technology does not clean at all. Instead, it records inspections, tracks deficiencies and shows how quickly they were fixed. That record turns quality from an opinion into something you can see. Moreover, it helps you spot patterns, such as a restroom that needs attention more often, so the scope can be adjusted before complaints begin.
How to Judge New Cleaning Technology
Before you invest, ask three questions. Does it solve a problem your building actually has? Will crews be trained to use it well? And how will you measure the result? If the answers are unclear, the tool probably is not worth it yet.
How WOW! Puts Technology to Work
At WOW! Facility Services, we choose tools that support consistent results. For example, we use a color coded system to help keep tools in the right zones. Every program starts with a facility assessment, and then we build a customized scope of work around your building. Once service begins, account managers complete quality control inspections against that scope. Meanwhile, our integrated operational platform technology documents inspections, deficiencies and corrections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What cleaning technology should every building have?
Start with the basics: microfiber, good vacuums, measured dispensing and a way to record inspections. These deliver results in almost any building.
Is robotic cleaning equipment worth it?
It depends on your building. Robots can help on large, open floors. However, smaller or more complex spaces still need trained people.
Do I have to switch vendors after a facility assessment?
No. WOW! offers facility assessments at no cost and with no obligation. In fact, you can use one simply to benchmark your current program.
Which areas does WOW! serve?
WOW! Facility Services has its headquarters in White Plains and serves New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, including Westchester County, Fairfield County, Rockland County and New York City.
Put the Right Tools to Work
WOW! Facility Services has its headquarters in White Plains and serves New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Book a facility assessment at no cost and with no obligation, or call 1-866-780-9966. Want a quick benchmark first? Then grade your current service with the Facility Assessment Scorecard.