Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:35:00 -0500 http://vlmcleaning.info/newsletter/ LMCCA Newsletter en-us http://vlmcleaning.info/newsletter/images/logo.gif http://vlmcleaning.info/newsletter/ ocibr@yahoo.com http://vlmcleaning.info/newsletter/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=25 Things are changing everywhere you look, including the seasons, US politics and industry attitudes. Judging by the current news articles and trade show exhibits, the industry finally has accepted low moisture as a viable form of carpet cleaning. From carpet mills to consumers, carpet cleaning contractors to homeowners, manufacturers to end-users, acceptance seems to abound. We think we know why. While we’ve always known that low moisture carpet cleaning is effective, there are actually many other reasons to embrace it. Environmentally, low moisture carpet cleaning systems can reduce electricity usage, water usage and greatly reduce or eliminate wastewater disposal issues. Additionally, we’re seeing a continuous flow of new and innovative machines designed to work with the new, modern chemistries in low moisture carpet cleaning operations. These new machines are designed to make the low moisture carpet cleaning process quicker, easier and more efficient. There are other benefits as well. The reduction of latent moisture in carpets and substrates reduces the threat of mold, mildew or growth of pathogenic microorganisms. This can yield improved indoor air quality and can give us all a healthier indoor environment. Finally, low moisture carpet cleaning has addressed real world cleaning issues. Low moisture carpet cleaning can improve perceived cleanliness, increase cleaning frequencies, and enhance carpet appearance. The result helps to make carpeting even more appealing to the average consumer. Carpets can be as quick and easy to keep clean as hard floors while delivering all the positive benefits for having carpeting - sound deadening, air filtering, and a general warm and cozy indoor environment. I believe it is a combination of all these things that has propelled the LMCCA’s unprecedented growth. That… and the passionate enthusiasm of our membership. You! Thank you for your support! Working together, as a unified group, we really can influence positive change. Mark Warner President, LMCCA Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:35:00 -0500 http://vlmcleaning.info/newsletter/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=23 Upholstery Cleaners Beware By Carey Vermeulen LMCCA Technical Advisor Today’s upholstery cleaning technician has many new issues to deal with as they attempt to clean their client’s furniture. Much of the time, we are still safe, and can successfully clean these fabrics, providing we.... Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://vlmcleaning.info/newsletter/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=24 In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the devastation to structure, property and life has been documented as one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history. As the Gulf coast regions begin to rebuild, the amount of water damage and mold that are being addressed by the professional restoration industry is overwhelming. There are many challenges facing the remediation professional that include mold remediation in schools, hospitals, high rise buildings and cultural institutions such as libraries and museums. There are many questions being asked in regards to finding alternatives to traditional mold remediation procedures, particularly with regards to using ozone as a biocide. Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://vlmcleaning.info/newsletter/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=22 Award Winners Cy Gantt Pioneer Award and LifeTime D.Ray Davis Presidents Award Doug Bradford Presidents Award John Holibaugh Life Time Prize Winners Rugbadger - Roy Dudley with On the Spot in Garland, TX IEM Classes: WRT - Eugene Moreno with MCC Carpet Cleaning in Mont Claire, CA AMRT - Quentin McComb with McCombs Carpet Cleaning in Spring Hill, FL HST - James Bond with Xerion Solutions in Reno, NV Leather Pro!: IICRC Leather Cleaning Technician Course - Juan Castro with Castro's Cleaning, Inc. in Carpinteria, CA IICRC Leather Cleaning Class Manual - Christopher Weise with A Supreme Clean in Neenah, WI IICRC Leather Cleaning Class Manual - Cory Kenyon with A Perfect Touch in Saratoga, UT ProChem: Spot Kit - Russ Branson with Craftsman Carpet Care in Ames, IA CTI: Spot Kit - Bill Nicolay with McNevin Cleaning Specialists in South San Francisco, CA Excellent Supply.com: 10 Prizes of Releasit Encap-Clean: Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://vlmcleaning.info/newsletter/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=27 Connections Events Inc. Awarded LMCCA Founder Lonnie McDonald the Industry Connections Award. This Award reads: "Given to an individual, company or group that forged connections and partnerships between the cleaning and restoration industry and other industries." Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:50:00 -0500 http://vlmcleaning.info/newsletter/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=26 LMCCA Industry partner Andrechelle.com has graciously offered special discounts for LMCCA Members on Website Design, Website Hosting - Maintenance, SEO and Internet Marketing. Please visit www.andrechelle.com/lmcca.htm to take advantage of these special offers. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 12:45:00 -0500 http://vlmcleaning.info/newsletter/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=16 The LMCCA welcomes articles on low moisture carpet cleaning, chemistry, business management, marketing, and other related issues. It will be the responsibility of the author to ensure that there is no spelling or grammar mistake in the articles submitted for consideration. Space is limited and time is short. Please turn in your article by the 15th of the month for the next LMCCA newsletter. Thanks a ton! Please submit your articles to Mark Cermak ocibr@yahoo.com and also the LMCCA HQ email: lmcca111@aol.com Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://vlmcleaning.info/newsletter/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=2 LMCCA Members receive discount at courses offered by Indoor Environmental Management Click here for 2008 IEM course schedule Fri, 01 Feb 2008 08:00:00 -0600