Tana-Chemie is presenting its next innovation at the CMS Trade Fair in Berlin. With SANET extreme, the most powerful sustainable sanitary high-performance cleaner, Green Care Professional is setting new standards in sanitary cleaning. ”We are proud of the achievements in our own development department. We were able to set a milestone in combining performance and sustainability with SANET extreme. Awarded the EU Ecolabel, we are not only comparably strong to one of the strongest non-sustainable competitor products in lime solution, but also outperform it in lime soap removal. Tests show we are almost twice as fast,” reports Bianca Nerowski, Head of Product Management Tana-Chemie.
Highest cleaning performance
Its unique formulation based on methanesulfonic acid and lactic acid enables highest cleaning performance and yet SANET extreme is completely biodegradable.
The performance tests conducted by an independent institute confirm internal results: SANET extreme has been proven to achieve the best limescale dissolution values. It even performs significantly better than sustainable competitor products. Of course, the sanitary high-performance cleaner is EU Ecolabel certified.
SANET extreme effortlessly and extremely quickly removes all typical soiling and incrustations in the sanitary area, such as lime soap residues, urine scale, cosmetic residues or rust. The fact that SANET extreme works faster against lime soap than competitive products on the market has also been proven by an independent institute. The effective and residue-free removal of mineral and organic soiling achieves a natural easy-to-clean effect, with water consistently beading off sanitary objects, fittings and surfaces. The sanitary surfaces shine without reworking.
Sustainable and value-preserving
Thanks to its gentle formulation, SANET extreme helps to preserve the value of typical sanitary fixtures such as chrome fittings, ceramic tiles and porcelain objects. Sustainably designed, 58% of the organic carbon in SANET extreme comes from plant-based, regenerative sources.
With SANET extreme, the innovative sanitary high-performance cleaner and descaler, Green Care Professional once again proves that sustainability and maximum cleaning power are not a contradiction in terms.
The hotel industry is recovering from the pandemic and is enjoying rising bookings. But the guests bring higher expectations with them: They want to travel more sustainably – and this does not only apply to the younger generation of guests. And that’s a good thing. We show how housekeeping can solve the current challenges of sustainability, hygiene, well-being, cost-effectiveness and a shortage of skilled workers.
8 tips for sutainable hotels
With a holistically sustainable hygiene concept, hotel and gastronomy experts can not only work more sustainably, but also combine the high demands of guests in terms of hygiene, well-being and sustainability. We show here how cleaning can be made simple and more sustainable and what advantages this brings.
In the entire hotel sector, the cleaning result has the highest priority and does not allow any compromises. The modern designed, sustainable cleaning agents of Green Care Professional can do even more.
Based on the principle of the circular economy, Green Care is developed in such a way that the
materials used are safe for people and nature. The ingredients can be returned to the biological cycle, i.e. to nature. The same applies to the packaging: The materials are made of recycled material and can be recycled again and returned to the next product cycle. In this way, no new waste is created, the circle is closed.
Pay attention to following criteria for sustainable cleaning products
Biodegradable
Ingredients from plant-based and regional sources wherever possible
No microplastics
Free from allergens and critical components
Recycled and recyclable packaging
Production is also optimized in a sustainable way: water treatment and renewable instead of fossil energy sources
The plus for the guest: Sustainable cleaning agents contribute to the well-being of guests who suffer from allergies.
The use of products without fragrances and dyes helps to improve the indoor air and avoid possible headaches or discomfort. The cleaning quality is not affected, because fragrances and dyes have no cleaning effect.
If one pays attention to dermatologically tested products when selecting detergents, the hotel and work laundry is more skin-friendly.
2. Recycling and waste prevention in the hotel
Waste is not just bout jam. How hotel businesses should handle their waste is regulated by law. But the simple guiding principle of “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” can easily reduce costly storage and packaging waste disposal:
Reduce: Producing as little packaging waste as possible is easier on the environment and also on your wallet. Concentrates can be diluted with water on site. Especially concentrates in bag-in-box systems are the ideal solution to reduce plastic volume, waste and transport emissions are saved.
Reuse: Producing as little packaging waste as possible is easier on the environment and also on your wallet. Concentrates can be diluted with water on site. Especially concentrates in bag-in-box systems are the ideal solution to reduce plastic volume, waste and transport emissions are saved.
Reuse: Look for packaging with a refill concept: Voluminous packaging can be reused with refill packs, which are often offered with much smaller outer packaging.
Recycle: Just as in the household sector, waste in hotels is separated and collected for recycling. In order for packaging to be recycled through the collection system, care should be taken when selecting cleaning products to ensure that their packaging is recyclable. Sustainable packaging is made of 100% recycled material and can also be recycled again.
A sustainable hygiene concept leaves no area untouched: whether kitchen, laundry, dining room or room, thinking holistically pays off. For each area there are different ways to act in the interests of guests and the environment.
Wast towels and bed linen less after consultation with the guest
Wash with sustainable washing systems and detergents
Also consider mops, wipes, tablecloths and workwear
Prevent overdosing: Dosing systems help ensure correct dosing and ensure consistent quality of cleaning results
Dermatologically tested powder and liquid detergents
Green Care Professional offers comprehensive systems for sustainable laundry hygiene.
4. Communicate environmental protection
Sustainability is becoming increasingly important in all areas of life, including the selection of restaurants, hotels and leisure activities. An openly communicated sustainability strategy brings competitive advantages. Transparent and credible communication with the guest is important. This is how to score points in the ratings and filter criteria for sustainable hotels, which increasingly ask about environmental friendliness (e.g., hotels.com, expedia.com).
Eco-labels certify compliance with sustainable solutions for washing and cleaning in the hotel industry. The partnership with the globally recognized Green Key seal is a guarantee for strict sustainability management and sustainability training for staff and suppliers.
Confident employees are the hallmark of the hotel and are in direct contact with the guest..
In times of a shortage of skilled workers, it is also important for employers to be sustainable for their staff. Thanks to harmless ingredients and well thought-out application concepts, Green Care products are safe for housekeeping. Training measures also make an employer more attractive. Training courses on the subject of cleaning, sustainability and employee safety offer many opportunities for this, e.g. in the form of e-learning offers (green-care-academy.com).
Minimalist furnishings for a clean look are currently in vogue. The advantages are impressive: fewer decorative elements that are used in a targeted manner give the guest more peace and appear tidier. Easy-to-clean materials that can be wiped clean reduce cleaning time. This saves time-consuming additional cleaning. Time and costs in daily cleaning are reduced.
7. Correct cleaning frequency and value preservation
Thoughful maintenance cleaning saves housekeeping from time-consuming and costly basic or special cleaning that may require stronger chemicals.
A customized cleaning and hygiene plan for each hotel area specifies which surfaces are cleaned and maintained at which intervals with which agent in the appropriate dosage. The advantages:
Correct dosing and use of the right products prevent material damage. Fewer resources are needed for renovations – and refurbishments.
Surfaces are protected, cared for and last longer.
Regular cleaning and care contributes to the hygienic well-being of guests and is visually appealing.
8. Customized disinfection
The pandemic has shown: Disinfection is important just in case. However, a normal cleaning agent is often sufficient. Fitness equipment, for example, can also be cleaned with a normal all-purpose cleaner. This is gentle on the material. It is important to use the right cleaner or disinfectant at the right frequency for the purpose and material..
With a reliable partner, many of these tips can be implemented quickly and easily. Pay attention to transparent communication and well-known certificates for the products as well as the company. Ask critical questions to identify greenwashing. For more info, visit: green-care-professional.com. With a few small changes, you can pave the way for more sustainability in your hotel and restaurant and inspire your guests!
Mainz cleaning products company advocates tax on plastic
Politicians meet medium-sized company: Steffi Lemke, Federal Minister for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection, and Katrin Eder, Rhineland-Palatinate Minister for Climate Protection, Environment, Energy and Mobility, made a joint visit to the headquarters of Werner & Mertz in Mainz on 18 July. Reinhard Schneider, owner of the manufacturing company of ecological detergents and cleaning products, presented a status report on the Recyclate Initiative. In 2012 Schneider founded the initiative in which cooperative partners along the value chain actively pursue and promote high-quality mechanical recycling of used plastic from household waste collections like the Yellow Bag.
To date, more than 740 million bottles of 100 percent post-consumer recyclate have been manufactured in Mainz and filled with Frosch and Green Care Professional brand products. The initiative’s most recent success is the new spray head whose mechanical components are made from recyclate. The refill pouch of a monomaterial also makes an important contribution to cutting down on packaging and to promoting high-quality mechanical recycling.
From left: Federal Minister for the Environment Steffi Lemke, Werner & Mertz owner Reinhard Schneider and Rhineland-Palatinate Environment Minister Katrin Eder. Copyright Photo: Werner & Mertz / Mathias Sporn
Working toward a circular economy for plastics
In a discussion with the ministers, Schneider emphasized how important it is to continue advocating and advancing high-quality mechanical recycling of plastic packaging. Plans that attempt to equate chemical recycling with mechanical recycling pose a danger for packaging recyclers. For one thing, the low price of virgin plastic prevents a true transformation in the market. “For a level playing field, the use of climate-damaging new plastic has to be taxed. That can happen by converting the EU recycling fee into a tax on new goods and by cancelling the subsidy for the manufacturing of virgin plastic,” said Schneider. Then the use of recycled plastic would pay off and lead to greater investment in high-quality mechanical recycling.
Expand the circular economy to protect the environment and climate
“Strengthening the circular economy is indispensable for environmental and climate protection reasons. Progress can be made by developing the fee charged for non-recycled packaging waste and paid to Brussels in such a way that it encourages manufacturers to come up with reusable packaging solutions, produce recyclable packaging and use plastic recyclate for the production of new packaging,” said Rhineland-Palatinate Minister Eder. “Werner & Mertz is a pioneer in this field. That’s why we talked with the company about ways to make the plastic tax sustainable.”
The ministers could get an idea of the family-owned company’s integrally sustainable way of working on a tour of the modern Production Center and the in-house packaging production of partner ALPLA on the Werner & Mertz premises.
From left: Federal Minister Steffi Lemke, Werner & Mertz owner Reinhard Schneider, State Minister Katrin Eder, and Timothy Glaz, Head of Corporate Affairs at Werner & Mertz. Copyright Photo: Werner & Mertz / Mathias Sporn
In a spring-like atmosphere, braised leg of lamb with beans wrapped in bacon or roast hare attract guests to restaurants at Easter time. These culinary delights can be a real challenge when it comes to keeping the filled dining room and kitchen in a hygienic condition. But how can a perfect festive table be presented while also keeping costs low and protecting the environment?
A beautiful table for guests – and the environment
At the first glance at the restaurant table, the guest gets a sense of how hygienic and qualitative work is done. Strict hygiene regulations apply in the catering industry, plates, cutlery, glasses and other containers that come into direct contact with the guest’s order must always be spotless before use. With the choice of the right dishwashing concept, shiny glasses and dishes as well as impeccable cutlery are no problem – not even for the environment.
Sustainable cleaners and rinse aids offer the ideal solution for removing stubborn organic, greasy and oily soiling. They are based on renewable and biodegradable raw materials and do not contain harmful ingredients such as NTA, EDTA and phosphate. High concentrates save storage capacity and packaging. It is important that the cleaners are matched to the water hardness present in order to achieve optimum results.
For a perfectly clean kitchen area
Tools, surfaces, floors in the kitchen area always require perfect hygiene. How can all contaminated surfaces and machines be kept clean quickly, safely and sustainably? A degreasing kitchen cleaner quickly removes both oil- and grease-containing soiling and stubborn encrustations, especially in the stove and grill area, from all waterproof and alkali-resistant surfaces. Sustainable formulations for use in the food sector on work surfaces or floors are based mainly on renewable, plant-based ingredients, such as sugar-based surfactants or foam-inhibiting soaps made from coconut ingredients.
For example, ready-to-use cleaners are ideal for cleaning kitchen surfaces. Here are some selection criteria:
Immediately ready for use, they allow direct application without intermediate steps in a few seconds – without the risk of incorrect dosing.
They contain no fragrances and the foam application keeps aerosol formation to a minimum, so the air quality is not affected.
Cradle to Cradle and EU Ecolabel certificates are a guarantee for environmentally friendly product quality.
Keeping contact surfaces clean
In the guest area, countless contact surfaces and objects are touched intensively and frequently by both guests and staff: Tables, chairs, armrests, menus, spice grinders, door handles, light switches, etc. They require cleaning at regular intervals or even after each use. With little effort, these surfaces can be treated, for example, with a ready-to-use foam cleaner such as Tanet interior Quick & Easy. The advantage here is that the formation of aerosols in the air is avoided. Easy to handle due to the integrated exact dosage, costly overdosing is prevented, thus enabling low application costs. Ideally designed for mobile and ergonomic use, Tanet interior Quick & Easy is also Cradle to Cradle® and EU Ecolabel certified – safe for the guest, the user and the environment.
No fears of stains
In addition to tableware and cutlery, tablecloths and napkins are another important indicator of cleanliness. Cleaning restaurant linens should by no means sacrifice sustainability either. For effortless removal of greasy, protein-based soiling and food residues, pretreatment before washing with a ready-to-use stain remover is recommended. Material and environmentally friendly, Solus multi is mainly based on renewable raw material sources and is free of bleaching additives and optical brighteners. It also supports the washing action of the detergent.
Sustainably designed powder detergents are ideal for cleaning restaurant laundry and offer several advantages.
Natural enzymes deliver bright white linens and effortlessly remove even heavily encrusted food residues such as grease, protein, blood, etc. from as low as 30°C.
They are based on biodegradable, even plant-based surfactants and complexing agents, which allows effective washing of all textiles and effortlessly removes all types of stains such as wine, tea, coffee or lipstick.
They do not contain microplastics, EDTA, NTA, phosphate and chlorine-containing compounds. EDTA and chlorine-containing compounds massively pollute the environment and are hardly biodegradable. .
The comprehensive range of Green Care Professional offers suitable products for all challenges in the kitchen and guest room. Sustainability is achieved without compromising performance, thanks to modern formulations. For a green spring in both senses of the word.
When developing laundry detergents and fabric softeners, the focus is usually on cleaning performance and the effect on the fibres and shaping of textiles. For some years now, environmental properties have additionally gained in importance, as this topic increasingly concerns the public and more and more people are interested in reducing their ecological footprint.
The ideal product, however, should master another challenge: it should be skin-compatible and cause neither skin irritations nor allergic reactions. The cooperation with Dermatest GmbH, an independent dermatological institute for testing the safety and skin compatibility of industrial products, marks Tana-Chemie’s pioneering role. The sustainable detergents and fabric softeners of the Green Care Professional brand have been successfully tested and have been awarded the Dermatest seal for proven skin compatibility.
The Dermetest seal of approval is a scientific label for independently tested products which come into contact with the skin. Products which are labelled with this seal have proven their safety in terms of exposure time and site of application in patch tests. Exceptional safety when it comes to your skin!
Our skin is only a few millimetres thick. And yet it protects us from many dangerous environmental influences and performs vital functions for the body. It prevents the penetration of pathogens, fungi and moisture, houses nerve fibres, immune defence cells, touch receptors, blood and lymph vessels, stores energy and serves as a heat insulator. It also plays a significant role in our well-being. Daily contact with hundreds of substances, liquids and surfaces poses a great challenge and danger to the skin. Textiles, and thus also the detergents and fabric softeners used, are in particularly long-term and extensive contact with our skin on a daily basis. Additional friction can also irritate the skin. Therefore, the skin compatibility of these products is particularly important.
In order to meet this demand for its products, Tana-Chemie had the skin compatibility and safety of the Green Care Professional detergents and fabric softeners tested by Dermatest GmbH. Epicutaneous tests of the use concentrations according to the application instructions were carried out on volunteers under dermatological control. These tests follow internationally recognised guidelines*:
At least 30 test persons are selected for each test
Male and female test subjects are included regardless of the subsequent target group of the product
All test persons are older than 18 years
By selecting certain skin types, e.g. sensitive or atopic skin, the tolerance for certain products and skin types can be tested
The one-time contact in the context of a test is intensified in comparison to the later application in order to achieve a meaningful result
For testing, the test products are applied in a suitable concentration to a self-adhesive patch and stuck on under occlusive (closed) conditions for 24h. The occlusive conditions under the patch intensify the contact of the skin with the product, which increases the significance of the result. The assessment of possible skin reactions is carried out according to the recommendations of ISO 10993-23:2021 (Section 8, Annex E).
Since the course of the reactions provides information about the type of reaction (allergic or irritant), three readings are the quality standard at Dermatest. The first assessment takes place 30 to 60 minutes after removal of the patch, a second and third reading takes place 24 and 48 hours after the first reading.
Only when the product has successfully passed this test is the Dermatest seal and the rating “dermatologically tested” awarded.
The detergents and fabric softeners in the Green Care Professional line have successfully passed the tests and have thus been awarded the Dermatest seal and are thus proven to be skin-friendly and safe to use.
* (10993-23:2021, Section 8 and Annex E (Irritation testing of medical devices on human skin), the guideline of the German Dermatological Society (DDG) and the German Society for Allergology and Clinical Immunology (DGAKI) on “Performance of the epicutaneous test with contact allergens” (AWMF guideline register).
Dermatest protects your skin. Since 1978. The independent dermatological institute tests all substances and items that come into contact with the skin for safety and skin compatibility and awards safe products with the Dermatest seal. The effectiveness of cosmetics is also independently checked at Dermatest. A large team of scientists from dermatology, allergology, food chemistry and biology ensures scientific competence and accuracy. Many tests are carried out with the help of volunteers, some of whom have been working with Dermatest for years. All tests take place under medical supervision and in accordance with international guidelines. Since 2009, Dermatest’s quality management system has been certified according to DIN EN ISO 9001 and audited by TÜV Rheinland.
