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Cleaning Innovations That Matter CLEANING INNOVATIONS THAT MATTER CLEANING SOLUTIONS GUIDE INNOVATIVE CLEANING Cleaning Innovations that Matter…Matter to you. At Betco®, innovation isn’t a new direction, but a continuous commitment we’ve made, to the market, our custom- ers and ourselves since 1950.. This ongoing pursuit of innovation has taught us a few things. One of those im- portant lessons is to simply and sincerely listen to the market. Innovation doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It happens when we listen carefully, and then leverage our recognized and proven ability to develop breakthrough solutions on behalf of our customers. We think of it as innovation with a purpose. And, that purpose is you. We leverage our innovative spirit and experience on your behalf. • Pioneer in innovation with the industry’s first Rinse Free Stripper, BetcoBest LM, low maintenance finish with patented MMT/50 technology, Scuff resistant technology and the patented Smart Valve Water Conservation Component • More than just products , it’s a complete solution. Understanding your business and not just offering “canned solutions” enables Betco to help you build a better business…a more profitable business. • Leading the way with training programs with cutting edge technologies that provide productivity driven solu- tions and proven profitability. 2 INNOVATIVE CLEANING Icon Legend Contents Hard Floor Application Foaming Application SmartSteps® .............................................4 ® Carpet Application Industrial Application CleanDegrees ..........................................5 Floor Care .......................................... 6 - 19 Wood Floor Application Restroom Application Chemical Products ............................... 20 - 43 Spray Application Skin Care Application Laundry ............................................ 44 - 50 Bucket Fill Application Electric Powered Warewash ..........................................51- 55 Autoscrubber Application Battery Powered Chemical Management .......................... 56 - 59 Skin Care .......................................... 60 - 69 Portable Application Propane Powered Green .............................................. 70 - 75 Urinal Application Floor Drain Application Equipment ......................................... 76 - 82 Laundry Application Warewashing Application Training ................................................. 83 Index ............................................... 84 - 88 3 Be Smart. Make the Right Move. Building Services Program Build a better business one step at a time. Betco SmartSteps® is specifically designed to create clean and healthy environments within: Commercial Retail Grocery Healthcare Education Convenience THIS SIX STEP COMPREHENSIVE, STANDARDIZED, MAINTENANCE PROGRAM PROVIDES YOU: • Best programs and practices to clean for health and the environment • Green products that work; proven performance vs. conventional products • SmartSteps® certification for your employees • Reliable, innovative products and equipment to maximize your productivity • Customized procedures and training made easy • Local support for your on-site needs Visit www.betco.com/building-services for more information. Betco Green Products are Betco Sustainability Third Party Certified by: Affiliations: 4 Want to know how to outsmart germs? Get A CleanDegree! At Betco®, we understand the importance of ensuring clean and healthy environments for your students and faculty. Betco’s CleanDegrees® Education program defines the level of cleanliness within your facilities through our advanced metering systems and equipment programs. Betco® a leader in education for over six decades, delivers innovative ways to stretch budgets, improve productivity and reduce school and university maintenance costs with programs and products that enhance productivity. Here are a few benefits from the Betco® CleanDegrees® Program • Free CleanDegrees® Labor Estimator matches varying staffing levels to desired levels of cleaning. • Green products that work, reduce labor and contribute to a healthier learning environment. • Clario® Skin Care System reduces cost up to 60% over other leading brands. • Save 35% with Betco’s FASTDRAW® Chemical Management Systems when compared to bulk dispensing methods. • Reduce overall Floor Care maintenance costs by 50% by extending times between strip and re-coat cycles. • Use the CleanDegrees­­ Training Solutions to standardize your cleaning, eliminate product waste and improve productivity for a cleaner, healthier learning environment. Betco® helps you: • Establish a program that sets up cleaning procedures and frequency for your facility. • Leverage our training solutions to standardize your cleaning practices. • Measure and assess your cleaning with Betco’s ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) Meter System to know your facility is truly clean and safe. Meets ISSA K-12 Clean Standards. Visit www.betco.com/cleandegrees-education for more information. 5 Floor Care Innovations The Leading Choice in Floor Care Innovation Betco is the answer to all your floor care needs. Our comprehensive line of floor care solutions includes finishes, strippers, equipment, green alternatives, and much more. Betco’s floor care line is infused with innovation to reduce labor costs, increase efficiency, and provide you the flexibility to customize your floor care program. Proven performance and unrivaled durability makes Betco the right choice every time for any floor. The Betco advantage includes our superior wearing Hard As Nails® floor finish that is 50% harder than other finishes in the industry. Floor finishes like Betco Express® with it’s Max-Cure™ fast dry/cure technology, the environmen- tally preferred Green Earth® Floor Finish and the extended wear performer, Hybrid® are just a few of our amazing choices. 6 BETCO FLOOR FINISH MAINTENANCE GUIDE BETCO® FLOOR FINISH MAINTENANCE GUIDE MAINTENANCE FREQUENCY RECOMMENDED COATS AFTER PRODUCT LOW MEDIUM FREQUENT STRIPPING TOP SCRUB ® HARD AS NAILS 4 - 5 2 - 3 (Less Maintenance) ® UNTOUCHABLE 4 - 5 2 - 3 (Low Maintenance Floor Finish with Scuff Resistant Technology™) ® BETCOBEST LM 3 1 - 2 (Fewer Coats and Less Maintenance) ® ™ GREEN EARTH PRELUDE 4 - 5 2 - 3 (Green Seal™ Certifi ed Low VOC) ™ FINISH 101 4 - 5 2 - 3 (High Gloss and Durability) ® GLARE 4 - 6 2 - 3 (Value Finish) BETCO® MATTE 3 - 4 1 - 2 (Low Gloss) INSULATOR™ (Static Dissipative Finish) 2 1 - 2 TOUCH UP™ (Top Scrub Finish) 2 1 - 2 STRUCTURE™ (Linoleum Finish with Scuff Resistant Technology™) 2 1 - 2 BETCO EXPRESS® (Fast Drying - Fast Curing Finish) 6 - 8 2 - 3 GREEN EARTH® FLOOR FINISH (Green Seal™ Certifi ed Low VOC) 4 - 5 2 - 3 HYBRID® (Industries Most Versatile Floor Finish) 4 - 5 2 - 3 HI-TECH® (High Gloss and Performance) 4 - 6 2 - 3 PHOTON™ MAX (High Gloss Remarkable Response Finish 4 - 5 2 - 3 with Scuff Resistant Technology™) LOW MAINTENANCE - burnishing ONCE or LESS per week MEDIUM MAINTENANCE - burnishing THREE times per week BEST PERFORMANCE FREQUENT MAINTENANCE - burnishing FIVE times per week Item #91144-92 FLOOR FINISHES Product / Item # Benefits / Features Dilution / Coverage Size / Case HYBRID® Versatile extended wear formula provides Up to 3,000 sq. ft. 4 - 1 gal. (3.78 L)/cs. Optically Energized Extended long lasting shine. per gallon 2 - 1.25 gal./cs. (QuickCoat®) Wear Floor Finish • Self-sealing formulation. 5 Gal. (18.9 L)/BIB 66004-00 / 66059-00 / 66005-00 • Applies easily with all types of applications. 55 gal. (208 L)/Drum 66055-00 / 66039-00 • Will not streak, puddle, or fish eye. 5 Gal. (18.9 L)/BIB • Use on all types of resilient flooring. HARD AS NAILS® Hard film formula requires less maintenance. Up to 3,000 sq. ft. 4 - 1 gal. (3.78 L)/cs. Ultra Hard Film • Superior wearing. per gallon 2 - 1.25 gal./cs. (QuickCoat®) Low Maintenance Floor Finish • Non-scuffing. 5 Gal. (18.9 L)/BIB 65904-00 / 65959-00/ 65905-00 • Self-leveling, self-sealing. 55 gal. (208 L)/Drum 65955-00 / 65939-00 • Resists dirt embedment. 5 Gal. (18.9 L)/BIB • Use on all types of resilient flooring. FLOOR FINISH MAINTENANCE GUIDE / FINISHES 7 Floor Care Innovations FLOOR FINISHES Product / Item # Benefits / Features Dilution / Coverage Size / Case BETCO EXPRESS® Fast dry/cure formula allows up to 6 coats in Up to 5,000 sq. ft. 4 - 1 gal. (3.78 L)/cs. Fast Drying - Fast Curing Floor Finish an hour. per gallon 2 - 1.25 gal./cs. (QuickCoat®) Features Max Cure™ Technology • Coats dry in 5 - 10 minutes. 5 gal. (18.9 L)/Pail 65804-00 / 65859-00 • Can be burnished between coats. 55 gal. (208 L)/Drum 65805-00 / 65855-00 • Accepts immediate airflow to accelerate dry time. • Self-sealing and optically energized with XBF. • Use on all types of resilient flooring. UNTOUCHABLE WITH SRTTM Low maintenance floor finish with Scuff Up to 3,000 sq. ft. 4 - 1 gal. (3.78 L)/cs. TM Low Maintenance Resistant Technology per gallon 2 - 1.25 gal./cs. (QuickCoat®) Floor Finish with SRTTM • Superior black heel mark resistance. 5 Gal. (18.9 L)/Pail 60604-00 / 60659-00/ 60655-00 • Extremely low odor. 55 gal. (208 L)/Drum 60605-00 / 60639-00 • Durable - Superior protection for your floor. 5 Gal. (18.9 L)/BIB • Self sealing. HI-TECH® Excellent wet look shine after burnishing. Up to 3,000 sq. ft. 4 - 1 gal. (3.78 L)/cs. High Gloss - Wet Look • Self-leveling and sealing. per gallon 2 - 1.25 gal./cs. (QuickCoat®) Medium Maintenance Floor Finish • Pressurized emulsified thermoplastics prevent 5 Gal. (18.9 L)/Pail 61004-00 / 61059-00 / 60655-00 powdering, scuffing and black marks. 55 gal. (208 L)/Drum 61005-00 /61039-00 • Use on all types of resilient flooring.
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