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The article discusses the advantages of using electric hand dryers over paper towels in school facilities. Many schools do not use electric hand dryers because students say they take too long to be effective, but the article explains that technology in hand dryers has improved. Installation tips for school facilities are given, including considering the amount of electricity needed and mounting options. The article names hygiene and less paper waste among the benefits of the dryers. INSET: Can hand dryers survive students?.

Presents various products relating to the maintenance and repair of school facilities. Multipurpose paper from Hammermill Papers; Bradley's Multi-Fount Terreon washfountains; Hi-Rise Recycling Systems' turn-key recycling programs; Extravac carpet cleaner from Castex; Integrated Campus Access Management system from Diebold; Cleaver-Brooks' ProFire Burner; Dedicated Micros' Digital Video Storage and Transmission system.

The article evaluates several products including the 52-page utility fan catalog from Greenheck Fan Corp., the TowelMate dispenser retainer accessory from Bobrick Washroom Equipment, Inc., and the 24-7 Extended Performance Floor Finish from NCL Corp.

Presents restroom equipment and supplies for use in school buildings. Includes Santana Products' No-Sight Integral Hinge and Strike System restroom stalls; World Dryer's Model XA5 hand dryer; Sloan Valve's ADA flushometer handle. INSET: Washroom accessibility..

The article offers information on the use of touchless fixtures and equipment in school washrooms to minimize germ contact. It states that a system that can dispense a cleaning solution automatically can be installed in urinals and toilets. It says that through touchless controls in the faucet, users can activate the flow of water through putting their hands under the spigot. It adds that liquid soap dispensers can detect the hands placed nearby and bring out a fixed soap amount.

The article discussed guidelines in upgrading the washrooms of schools and universities in the U.S. The energy guidelines developed by the North Carolina Department of Publication Instruction to reduce the amount of water consumed in school washrooms are presented. They include installing rainwater collection facilities, grey-water systems and waterless urinals. It is also recommended to use typical electric dryer in public washrooms.

The article offers brief information on Janibell PIRVÉ Hands Free Sanitary Napkin Disposal System from Sinclair Worldwide Inc., Widespin 1540 TEC truck-mounted broadcast topdresser from Turfco, and the new recreation center of California State University in Sacramento.

The article offers brief information on the Unite system including storage, tables, and movable walls from KI.

This article presents a comparison of school equipment, including the Bird Spike 2000, Pilot Rock trash and recycling receptacle holders, the Command Point 72XR High Power Transmitter Series from Primex Wireless, the i-Que standalone access-control system from Marks USA and the Super Durable Finish from P&G Pro Line.

Provides information on products and services in the education facilities and business market. Mail and package scanning detector from Wizard Distribution; Epoxy floors from Crossfield Products Corp.; Vacuum cleaners from ProTeam.

Presents an alphabetical listing of products and services for educational administration in the United States. Absorbents; Asbestos analysis; Air filters; Coatings and anti-graffiti products; Drain/sewer cleaning equipment.

The article offers brief information on several products including the Benchmark boilers from AERCO, premium filtered water dispenser from Elkay Manufacturing Co., and the audio-visual switching and control systems from Extron.

The article discusses the demand for green cleaning products and the marketplace requirements for sustainability reporting in the professional cleaning industry. The article Topics covered include the metrics of importance to purchasers from a sustainability perspective, how sustainability is different from green and the 30% growth of green cleaning products of all cleaning product sales.

The article offers information on the features of Acrovyn wall protection from specialty architectural products manufacturer Construction Specialties.

The article discusses the VersAttach track-based bed attachment system from electric vehicle manufacturer Club Car LLC installed at St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens, Florida which has boosted the school's productivity and versatility.

This article presents the topic of "green cleaning" in schools. The author offers tips on what schools need to know about green cleaning itself and about what and who are involved in making it happen. Green cleaning uses techniques and materials that are less hazardous to students and the environment and can help reduce overall maintenance costs. INSET: Notable.

The article offers brief information on several products for schools and universities including T12 Compact Rider Scrubber from Tennant Co., Ever-White Resurfacing Panels from EverWhite, and outdoor planters from DuMor.

The article discusses the measures that schools can take to make bathrooms safe and prevent vandalism, which are provided by the Bog Standard, a group in Great Britain that promotes washroom conditions. Using tamperproof stall doors and walls are recommended as are smoke alarms, automatic faucets, and video surveillance. Low-flow toilets and faucets can be installed to decrease the amount of water usage. INSET: NOTABLE.

Presents a directory of American companies that supply furniture and equipment for art and drafting. Includes Cramer; Foster Manufacturing; Safco Product.