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IAQA announces new mission statement, pillars of engagement

November 1, 2013

The Indoor Air Quality Association has announced the adoption of a new Mission Statement and Pillars of Engagement for the organization.

Contec Inc. Celebrates 25 Years of Business

Contec acquired Sporicidin in 2008 to provide more disinfection solutions to a variety of customers in the mold remediation and restoration market

October 24, 2013

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This month, Contec, Inc. is celebrating a big milestone – 25 years of bringing critical cleaning solutions to customers all over the world.

ABRA Names New President of the Board of Directors

Andrew Yurchuck has been an ABRA member for 12 years and served on the association’s executive board in 2006 and 2012

October 22, 2013

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The American Bio-Recovery Association (ABRA) has named Andrew P. Yurchuck as its new president of the Board of Directors, according to a press release. Yurchuck has been an ABRA member for 12 years and served on the association’s executive board in 2006 and 2012.

International Cleaning Experts (ICE) Inaugural Trade Show to Take Place Jan. 30-31

The show will also feature hands-on demonstrations, seminars and workshops and more.

October 18, 2013

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The International Cleaning Experts will host an inaugural trade show, ICE Expo, from January 30-31 at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

IICRC Seeks Experienced Technical Writers for New Publication

The publication will print six times per year

October 16, 2013

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The IICRC is seeking technical writers for its upcoming peer-reviewed journal serving the cleaning, restoration and inspection industries, according to a press release.

Report: Bed Bugs Becoming as Common as Cockroaches

If that prediction holds up, it’s certainly good news for any restoration company thinking of branching off into this field

Eric Fish

October 2, 2013

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According to the Wall Street Journal, bed bugs are on their way to becoming as common as the cockroach.

Introducing Quat-Stat

October 1, 2013

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Betco’s Quat-Stat blends two quaternary surfactants to disinfect, sanitize, deodorize and more against a wide range of bacteria.

Viking IAQ 7000 comes with two-speed rocker switch unit

October 1, 2013

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Viking’s IAQ 7000 air scrubber draws only two amps and delivers over 700 cfm.

IICRC: On Standards, New Mission Statement, NFSI Partnership and More

The IICRC’s Mold Removal Specialist (MRS) certification exam is now accepted for applicants seeking mold remediation licensure in the state of Florida

Tom Hill

October 1, 2013

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IICRC S520-2008 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation The IICRC is in the process of revising the IICRC S520-2008 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Mold Remediation.

A Message from PACR on Lead, Asbestos Testing in Wake of Colorado Flooding

The requirement for testing of asbestos and lead has been lifted only for the structures that were flooded and affected by the recent flooding in Colorado.

September 18, 2013

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According to a message released by Larry Cooper, PACR Technical Director, guidance on handling asbestos contaminated materials in flood debris is provided under "Flood Debris Guidance" on the Flood Resources Page, State of Colorado, Department of Health. This waiver also extends to lead testing for drywall: