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		<title>Industrial Cleaning</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 10:59:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Industrial Cleaning service is a specialised division of Eco Group Services were the staff are experts in providing a host of Industrial Cleaning Services including; deep cleans, graffiti removal, chill and plant room cleaning, factory and warehouse cleans, exterior cladding and window cleaning. We also offer Carpet and Upholstery cleaning and Kitchen Deep cleaning [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Industrial Cleaning service is a specialised division of Eco Group Services were the staff are experts in providing a host of Industrial Cleaning Services including; deep cleans, graffiti removal, chill and plant room cleaning, factory and warehouse cleans, exterior cladding and window cleaning. We also offer Carpet and Upholstery cleaning and Kitchen Deep cleaning where a certificate of hygiene is offered on completion of clean to our clients across Ireland.</p>
<p>Our Industrial Cleaners are trained to work at High Level from Cherry Pickers, Scissor Lifts and Scaffolding and are also trained in the use of Industrial Cleaning Equipment such as Scrubber Driers, Rotary Buffers, Steam Cleaners, Pressure Washers and Reach &amp; Wash systems to name a few.</p>
<p>We know how important Health and Safety is and our in-house H&amp;S Team create a site-specific Health &amp; Safety pack including Risk Assessments and Method Statements for every client and each project.  MSDS are provided as well as full copies of our Health and Safety Policy.  Eco Group have achieved both ISO 9001:2008 and 14001:2004 standards through our commitment to our Quality and Environmental Plans and copies of which are available on our website to download.  <a href="http://www.ecogroup.ie/quality/">http://www.ecogroup.ie/quality/</a></p>
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		<title>Cleaning the Eco Group way</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2012 14:35:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Eco Group Provides the Kind of Cleaning Service You Want and Should Expect from your Cleaning Company In today&#8217;s competitive business world you know how important it is to have a clean and presentable facility-and how difficult it is to find a cleaning service that consistently delivers what it promises. You need a cleaning service [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h4 style="text-align: left;" align="center"><strong>Eco Group Provides the Kind of Cleaning Service You Want and Should Expect from your Cleaning Company</strong></h4>
<p style="text-align: left;" align="center">In today&#8217;s competitive business world you know how important it is to have a clean and presentable facility-and how difficult it is to find a cleaning service that consistently delivers what it promises. You need a cleaning service that views its customers as lifetime partners and delivers dependable quality service at all times.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Eco Group has created a training program for our staff, in addition to responsibility for specific tasks that addresses all of your cleaning concerns. Our goal is to exceed your cleaning standards, and to free up the time you spend on cleaning issues for more important business matters.  That&#8217;s exactly the kind of service you want and should expect.</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>How we deliver on our promises</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Too often, cleaning services are agreed upon without tangible, measurable goals being set. At the advent of each new contract, Eco Group professionals work with your staff and budget to tailor a rigorous service schedule and expectation checklist that is spelled out in detail, and always available to serve as an objective touchstone for service assessment. Eco Group professionals are experts in taking into account all aspects of office maintenance that may affect your workplace, including some that are generally overlooked but may have wide-ranging repercussions for your company, we are both ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 and H&amp;S and hazardous materials compliance laws.</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>A Green Workplace Is Often Safer<br />
</strong>Green cleaning techniques and products avoid poor air quality to make a more comfortable and safer environment. We work with your team to provide solutions that help ensure superior cleaning and improved indoor air quality within your place of business which benefits employees and visitors. Healthy employees are happier and absenteeism often improves.</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Eco Group Uses Environmentally Friendly Products</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Through the use of green, bio-based cleaners, non-toxic, and low-VOC emitting materials, Eco Group proves it&#8217;s committed to keeping your facility clean while reducing environmental contaminants. Many of our bio-based cleaners are 100% biodegradable and thus can be disposed of as normal recyclable waste (once the bottle is rinsed). Eco Group will help minimize the exposure of your property to the effects of aggressive cleaners, lower overall operational costs and enhance property values.</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Be Seen As An Eco-Friendly Company<br />
</strong>An eco-friendly business cares about the bottom line, but it also keeps an eye on the business impact on the environment. Small and large businesses need to impress consumers and clients by implementing green practices, but what are the steps a company can take to begin the process of turning green?   At Eco Group, we have the experience and knowledge to help your organization become an eco-friendly business that consumers want to patronize and employees want to work for.</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;">For more information on any of the initiatives mentioned above please call 01 6016393 or email <a href="mailto:info@ecogroup.ie">info@ecogroup.ie</a></p>
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		<title>Special Offers</title>
		<link>http://www.ecogroup.ie/special-offers/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 May 2012 12:28:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Special Offers for Kitchen Deep cleaning for commercial Kitchens (April &#8211; June) &#160; Structure – Ceilings, Lights, Walls, Floors and Pipework Extraction Systems – Canopies, Filters and Ducting – fully certified Cooking Equipment – Cookers, Grills, Fryer, Griddles and Steamers etc. Ancillary Equipment – Tables, Fridges, Sinks, Racks etc. Servery Areas – Hot Cupboards, Bain Marries, Display Units and all [...]]]></description>
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<h4><strong>Special Offers for Kitchen Deep cleaning for commercial Kitchens (April &#8211; June)</strong></h4>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>Structure – Ceilings, Lights, Walls, Floors and Pipework</li>
<li>Extraction Systems – Canopies, Filters and Ducting – fully certified</li>
<li>Cooking Equipment – Cookers, Grills, Fryer, Griddles and Steamers etc.</li>
<li>Ancillary Equipment – Tables, Fridges, Sinks, Racks etc.</li>
<li>Servery Areas – Hot Cupboards, Bain Marries, Display Units and all Serving</li>
<li>Counters</li>
</ul>
<p>Full Health &amp; Safety pack including Risk.  Assessments, method statements and MSDS details and statement of hygiene provided on request.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.ecogroup.ie/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/machine.png"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1000" title="machine" src="http://www.ecogroup.ie/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/machine.png" alt="" width="336" height="417" /></a></strong></p>
<p>Eco Group use top of the range equipment which;</p>
<p><strong>Savings on labour costs which are passed directly onto the client.</strong></p>
<p>Saves on the time taken to clean a room due to the efficient foam action.</p>
<p>Better cleaning result due to long lasting foam action.</p>
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		<title>Reduce your Carbon Footprint</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jan 2012 06:49:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Reduce Paper Paper usage accounts for roughly one third of our waste even though it’s one of the easiest materials to re-use and recycle!Encourage staff and others not to print e-mails, make PDF copies of important files and documents and send them electronically if possible, save these documents to a shared drive instead of storing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: left;" align="center"><strong>Reduce Paper</strong></p>
<p>Paper usage accounts for roughly one third of our waste even though it’s one of the easiest materials to re-use and recycle!Encourage staff and others not to print e-mails, make PDF copies of important files and documents and send them electronically if possible, save these documents to a shared drive instead of storing boxes of paper files and install a fax machine that sends PDF files to your inbox.  When you do need to print important documents, make sure you use a sustainable paper, and set your printer or copier to print on both sides of the page.</p>
<p>A great way to reduce paper use and get contracts and documents signed more quickly is to use electronic signatures. Signnow.com allows you to sign PDF files digitally and for free! Or if you have to print a document to sign, scan that page so you can use it many times.  At Eco Group we send proposals, contracts, and various other documents entirely through e-mail as PDF attachments. Clients can then e-sign the documents and send them back, and we both have a signed copy without having to print anything. We also send invoices and timesheets electronically wherever possible.</p>
<p><strong>Eco Group Binless offices</strong></p>
<p>Recycling is never a chore when it’s easier than throwing something away. The concept of the “Binless Office” is simple and efficient. It involves the removal of the under desk general waste bins, and the introduction of a “Desk Tray Recycler”, whereby all materials are placed in the tray throughout the working day. At the end of the day or when the tray is full, the tray is brought to a central recycling area and the materials in the tray are segregated into bins specific to each waste stream.</p>
<p>This simple to implement waste management programme can reduce a business’s general waste bill by up to 20% per annum by reducing the amount of waste going to landfill and increasing the amount of segregated recyclable streams.</p>
<p><strong>The ‘Advantages’ of the Binless Office include: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Significant cost Savings</li>
<li>Improved Housekeeping</li>
<li>Less office consumables</li>
<li>Reduced collections frequency</li>
<li>Increased recycling rates</li>
<li>Reduced material to landfill</li>
<li>Overall waste minimisation as staff become more aware of the waste they generate</li>
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<p><strong>It’s not just paper that can be recycled;</strong></p>
<p>In addition to recycling the usual paper, cans, and bottles in the office, don’t forget about old mobile phones and toner / ink cartridges which can, not only be recycled, but donated to great charities like the Jack and Jill foundation.</p>
<p>The WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC is an EU Directive founded on the principle of &#8220;Producer Responsibility&#8221; and its general objectives are:</p>
<ul>
<li>To prevent waste of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and to promote the reuse, recycling and recovery of such wastes</li>
<li>To improve the environmental performance of all operators involved in the life cycle of electrical and electronic equipment, e.g. producers, distributors and consumers and in particular those operators directly involved in the treatment of waste electrical and electronic equipment.</li>
</ul>
<p>Since the introduction of the WEEE Regulations 2005 Consumers can bring their unwanted electrical and electronic equipment to their local Civic Amenity centres for recycling free of charge.</p>
<p><strong>Lights out &amp; Pull that Plug</strong></p>
<p>You don’t work around the clock, so why does your computer need to? Turn off everything you possibly can before you leave the office each day. Make sure board and meeting room lights are off before you leave or if possible install motion sensor lights.  Computers, printers and other office gadgets should all be powered down before leaving the office this saves on both energy and on cost.  Never leave things like phone chargers plugged in when you’re not using them. They still draw energy, regardless of whether there’s anything plugged into them. Speaking of energy efficiency, make sure you stock your office with energy-saving appliances and compact florescent light bulbs.</p>
<p><strong>Work with Like-Minded Companies</strong></p>
<p>Chances are there are businesses in your area that are also going green. Network with them and use their services when you need them. Part of being a green business is making sure that you do your best to ensure that your supply chain is green, too. Seek out green vendors for your business needs, whether it is printing business cards, hosting your web site, or cleaning your office building.</p>
<p><strong>Keep up to date with the latest green trends</strong></p>
<p><strong></strong>Aim to continuously improve your green business practices by keeping up to date with the latest green trends and recycling incentives.  Implement targets for staff to further reduce their carbon footprint. Share green news and tips with your co-workers, employees, and clients. Making yourself an “expert” on sustainability will enhance your image as a greener company and substantially reduce costs in the long term.</p>
<p>Please feel free to contact Eco Group if you need help in implementing any of these procedures.</p>
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		<title>School Cleaning</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jan 2012 06:48:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[More and more schools and colleges opt to outsource cleaning as it proves to be a more cost effective option as there is no need to pay full time staff wages for in-house cleaners when the school is closed. We take a flexible approach and if required we will clean as a one off or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>More and more schools and colleges opt to outsource cleaning as it proves to be a more cost effective option as there is no need to pay full time staff wages for in-house cleaners when the school is closed.</p>
<p>We take a flexible approach and if required we will clean as a one off or deep clean when the school is closed.</p>
<p><strong>Depending on the size and nature of the school the following areas normally require cleaning:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Computer room</li>
<li>Laboratory</li>
<li>Canteen/Refectory</li>
<li>Sports Halls / Gym cleaning</li>
<li>Outside Sports Clubs and facilities</li>
<li>Common Rooms</li>
<li>Staff Rooms/Offices</li>
<li>Reception Areas</li>
<li>Class Rooms</li>
<li>Theatres</li>
<li>Changing Rooms</li>
<li>Showers</li>
<li>Toilets</li>
<li>Desks/Benches</li>
<li>Chairs</li>
<li>Tables</li>
<li>Window Cleaning</li>
</ul>
<p>We also provide the following additional services:</p>
<ul>
<li>Pressure washing for grounds</li>
<li>Stripping and Repolishing Hard Floors</li>
<li>Scrubber Dryer machining for Hard Floors such as changing room floors and gym floors</li>
<li>Hot water extraction cleaning for Carpets and Fabrics</li>
<li>Upholstery and Curtain Cleaning</li>
<li>Steam Cleaning for kitchen areas</li>
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<p>We also carry out Risk Assessment if required for any aspect of the cleaning process.</p>
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