New Floorcare Solutions Improve Protection, Aesthetics and Operational Efficiency
At a Glance
TouchPoint Support Services partnered with Diversey, a Solenis company, to modernize floorcare solutions for healthcare facilities, ensuring sustainability, enhanced aesthetics, and operational efficiency.
Key Outcomes
Improved aesthetics with Twister™ IntelliPads, achieving higher gloss readings than traditional pads.
Reduced maintenance costs without compromising performance.
76% annual savings on cleaning solution using TASKI® Ultimaxx 1900 Walk-Behind Auto Scrubber with IntelliFlow® technology.
Challenges in Healthcare Floorcare
Demand for sustainable, easy-to-maintain solutions compatible with modern flooring.
The need for enhanced aesthetics to influence patient perception of cleanliness.
Addressing high-traffic area wear while maintaining cost efficiency.
Solution Implementation
A pilot program at our client hospital (Hospital A) in Indianapolis, Indiana, and our client hospital (Hospital B) in Nashville, Tennessee integrated advanced materials, equipment, and monitoring tools to optimize floorcare.
Products Used
Aquaria® Floor Finish: Durable, Green Seal-certified, exceptional buff response.
High Mileage™: High-solids, low-odor finish for heavy traffic areas.
Carefree Max™: Multi-surface floor finish/sealer.
Equipment Utilized
TASKI® ULTIMAXX 1900 Walk-Behind Auto Scrubber
- Reduces cleaning solution use by 76% annually.
- IntelliFlow® technology ensures safe, efficient operation.
- Patented squeegee eliminates post-cleaning slips/falls.
Twister™ IntelliPad®: Durable, diamond-abrasive pads for smoother finishes.
Twister™ Extreme Red Pad: Chemical-free stripping and restoration.
Monitoring & Performance Tools
- IntelliTrail 2.0: Cloud-based tracking system for machine performance, maintenance, and compliance.
- Sustainability Reports: Real-time tracking of chemical, water, and electricity consumption, reducing CO2 footprint.
Performance vs. Cost Analysis
Gloss Readings
Results & Findings
Aquaria® performed comparably to traditional finishes while requiring less frequent maintenance.
IntelliPads consistently enhanced gloss and appearance levels.
TASKI 1900 scrubber reduced labor needs and improved cleaning efficiency.
Implementation Phases
Phase 1: Applied floor finishes side-by-side in a high-traffic area and measured results.
Phase 2: Tested Twister IntelliPad on different finishes to assess gloss retention.
Phase 3 (Hospital B): Daily cleaning of high-traffic hallways using TASKI 1900, IntelliPad, and Revive Cleaner/Maintainer.
Labor Savings
Using a low-maintenance flooring option leads to significant labor savings. Since routine maintenance accounts for much of the labor required to sustain a floor’s lifespan, choosing a lower-maintenance alternative can greatly reduce upkeep efforts. When comparing High Mileage to lower-maintenance options, the difference in labor requirements per 1,000 square feet is substantial. Under the same restorative care schedule, the reduction in maintenance needs is dramatic. In fact, using Aquaria or Carefree Max requires 45% less labor than High Mileage, making them more cost-effective choices.
The collaboration between TouchPoint and Diversey has set a new standard in healthcare floorcare, delivering a sustainable, cost-effective, and high-performance solution. The Green Seal-certified products not only exceeded performance expectations but also aligned seamlessly with environmental goals. With reduced chemical waste, streamlined maintenance, and enhanced aesthetics, this program successfully meets the evolving needs of modern healthcare.
*Content based on data available at time of writing. © Compass Group USA, Inc. and TouchPoint Support Services, LLC.