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MBA Supply Now Carries NACECARE Floor Buffers, Burnishers & Carpet Extractors

MBA Supply in Brooklyn, NY now carries the NACECARE line of Hard Floor Buffers, Burnishers and Autoscrubbers, NACECARE Carpet Spotters, Scrubbers and Extractors.

The NACECARE line includes:

Floor Machines – Buffers and Burnishers - Nacecare 175 and two speed 175/300 rpm buffers in 17” and 20” are great for stripping, scrubbing and polishing hardfloors and shampooing carpets. Nacecare 1500 and 2020 rpm burnishers with steel chassis are designed for polishing and burnishing the hardest stone floor.

Battery Powered and Electric Automatic Walk-Behind Scrubbers - Single and dual brush designs scrub hard floors in 16” to 36” scrub path. For more details on the scope of the NaceCare line, click here.Extractors for upholstery, small carpet areas, and vehicles. The NACECARE George model is a tank with hand wand. AV Pull-Back Models have a fixed vacuum head for spray and extract in one easy step.

Spotting Extractors for upholstery, small carpet areas, and vehicles. The popular NACECARE George model is a tank with hand wand. AV Pull-Back Models have a fixed vacuum head for spray and extract in one easy step.

Box Extractors – The 4 gal. and 8 gal. Tempest tank extractors use a vacuum head and wand, or hand vacuum head for easy spray and extract. 12 and 16 gallon extractors are available with High Temperature and High Pressure design.

Walk Behind Extractors – The 18 gallon solution and recovery tank models are designed for the biggest commercial jobs with separate drive and vacuum motors. The vacuum head is positioned so the operator walks forward while working.

Pull Back Extractors – 9 gallon solution and recovery tank size is perfect for the smaller commercial tasks. A cylinder brush under the machine scrubs the carpet. The vacuum head mounted on the front collects scrub water as the operator pulls the machine backwards.

For more information on the NACECARE line, visit www.nacecare.com

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10 Tips to Vacuum More Efficiently

February 8th, 2012 | Posted by mbasupply in Uncategorized - (0 Comments)

Some cleaning professionals have been vacuuming carpets for so long they think they were born knowing how to do it. Not so— vacuuming is a learned task and vital to proper cleaning. And there are always techniques to make vacuuming faster, safer, and more effective. To that point, here are 10 tips for efficient vacuuming when using an upright vacuum cleaner.

Always inspect the area to be vacuumed first. For instance, if carpet is wet, the moisture can be vacuumed into the machine and potentially damage internal components. A quick inspection can prevent such damage from occurring.
Pick up coins, paper clips, and large debris before vacuuming. Do not assume the machine can safely “digest” these larger items.
Check the filter bag before each use, especially if the vacuum is used by other users. Change the bag when it is two-thirds full.
Check the bottom of the vacuum cleaner. Ensure that connections and connectors are tight and remove any debris.
Check the brush. If twine or debris is caught in the brush, use a comb or similar object to remove it.
Put greater time and effort vacuuming heavily trafficked areas and less time in periphery areas. This strategy can reduce vacuuming time overall.
Vacuum in a forward moving, overlapping direction.
Do not vacuum stairs or steps by picking up the machine. Instead, use a wand and proper wand attachment.
Change vacuuming directions from time to time, as this helps remove soils from fibers.
When done vacuuming, do not pull on the cord to unplug the machine. Reach for the plug to disconnect its base from the outlet.

Upright and Tank Vacuums, Replacement Bags and other Carpet Care Products are available at MBA Supply in Brooklyn, NY. Visit our Catalog at MBASupply.com.

10 Tips to Vacuum More Efficiently is authored by Robert Kravitz and published in ISSA.com. 2/7/2012

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Checklist: Basic Cleaning Supplies for Small Spaces from MBA Supply – Brooklyn, NY

December 23rd, 2011 | Posted by mbasupply in Cleaning Products | Janitorial Supply - (0 Comments)

Small spaces = less cleaning. It’s one of the best benefits of living in a tiny apartment. The only problem is that living small also means less storage space, so you want to streamline your cleaning supplies into a kit that can be easily stowed in a kitchen cabinet or closet.

Here’s our basic checklist for everything you need to keep your tiny apartment clean.

Broom, D ustpan, and Mop: These are the basic tools of floor cleaning. Use a small interlocking broom and dustpan or a microfiber mop – takes up less space in small closets.
Upright Vacuum: A smaller upright vacuum reaches into corners and under furniture. Most have an attached wand kit for reaching high spaces. Canister vacuums can be more compact with as much vacuum power – but usually don’t have the added value of the beater bar.
Bucket: A mop bucket can double as a catch-all for cleaning supplies. Any modestly sized bucket with a handle will do.
All-Purpose Liquid Cleaner: Use these for cleaning with a bucket and sponge or mop.
Window Cleaner Spray: Window cleaners like Windex(r) are great for quick cleanups on counters and kitchen appliances.
Wood Cleaner: Many people recommend cleaning wood floors or furniture with white vinegar or just a dry cloth, but we’ve always preferred to use a cleaner made specifically for wood.
A Couple of Sponges: Keep separate sponges on hand: one for dishes and one for surface cleaning. If you really want to be compact, try using pop-up sponges, which can be stored flat. When you’re ready to use one, just add water and it expands.
Scrub Brush: These are useful for scouring pots and pans in the kitchen. We usually only go through one at a time. Any more seems unnecessary.
Dish Soap: If you really want to make your sink area feel clean and organized, try using squeeze bottles to store your dish soap. As you refill the squeeze bottle, you can dilute the dish soap with water, making it last longer.
Microfiber Cloths, Rags, or Paper Towels: We hang a rag bag near the pantry and keep it full of old cloths for cleaning. Others recommend microfiber cloths, while wall-mounted paper towels can be a convenient space saver.

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Facility and Apartment Signs from MBA Supply

December 21st, 2011 | Posted by mbasupply in Facility Signs | signs - (0 Comments)

Appearance – In apartment management, appearance is everything – including the signs on the wall. MBASupply signs look sharp, are easy to clean, and look newer longer. Use every tool available to present your image.

Instructive – Apartment signs must be accurate, informative, persuasive or directional. Ask about custom sign packages – a consistent and complete offering for your facility.

Meets Regulations - They need to tell residents about safety procedures, fire and smoke escapes, directions to key offices in the building, conditions or rules in the facility, and guides for tenants and guests to parking as well as other facilities about the property.

Modern Design and Technology - With technology advances and innovative tools that bring signs and graphics to life, property managers have more choices than in the past.

The MBA Line offers them all. Call us today for a free consultation. Our design team can create a concept that makes your community stand out.

Visit our online website or send an e-mail to info@mbasupply.com

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Winter Maintenance

December 12th, 2011 | Posted by mbasupply in Uncategorized - (0 Comments)

: Always Shovel or Plow Snow Before Applying Salt

Remember last winter when the northeast, the mid-Atlantic and even the Southeast was blanketed with snow and ice brought by unpredictable and historic blizzards? This year, building mangers are advised to start planning their winter maintenance parking lots and sidewalks ahead of time – keeping them free of ice and snow. Surfaces should look clean, and provide clean surfaces to walk on.

The National Safety Council reports that slip and fall accidents cost businesses an estimated $780 billion each year in negligence claims.

Tips:

Deicers – Chemical deicers do the melting but do not provide traction. Add sand to your maintenance list.

Salt and Sand

It’s hard to push a shopping cart through salt slush and sand accumulation in parking lots. When lots and sidewalks are dry, sweep up the sand.
Handicap parking sports are often treated with extra salt and sand. These can actually make transportation more difficult.
You may be able to use less salt/sand levels in high traffic areas. Traffic tends to help mix and melt.
Pay attention to were salts are stored. Avoid letting snow melt run through salt storage.
Always plow or shovel before applying salt. Results are faster with lower overall costs.
Sidewalks often get too much salt. Use a drop spreader instead of a rotary spreader. Better control and less salt on the grass next to the sidewalk.
Many slip and fall accidents occur within 10 ft. of the curb. Pay special attention here.
Too much salt or deicer can be tracked into the building , damaging the concrete, polished floors and metal surfaces. Mop and rinse floors to control melted snow and slush.
Clean floor mats regularly. Move mats before mopping.

MBASupply provides Deicers, Salt, Shovels, and Gloves to make the Outdoor Maintnance faster and Easier

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When to Replace Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors / Alarms

December 12th, 2011 | Posted by mbasupply in Uncategorized - (0 Comments)

End of Detector Life at 7 years

2004 NYC Carbon Monoxide regulations requires at least one CO detector in every rental unit dwelling. CO detector manufacturers recommend replacement at least every 7 years. It’s time to replace those detectors installed in 2004.
For complete regulations and more information,
visit our website at www.MBASupply.com

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Heavy Duty Garbage Bags

November 28th, 2011 | Posted by timd in Cleaning Products | Home | Janitorial Supply | Real Estate - (0 Comments)

Anybody who has ever waited a little too long to take the trash out, and that’s all of us isn’t it(?), knows that all garbage bags are not created equally. This is why people in charge of buying wholesale building supplies know to go with large heavy duty black garbage bags. The kind that are the most durable.

Nothing can be more frustrating than a garbage bag ripping while loaded with god knows what from god knows who. This problem is particularly troublesome when it occurs to custodial engineers. These folks handle messes all day, every day but to have such an egregious avoidable mess fall, sometimes literally, into their own laps is simply too much to bear.

Finding a heavy duty garbage bag that is ready to take the heavy loads generated by entire buildings full of residences or businesses is easy. You simply look for bags with high weight thresholds from brands that are known to be reliable. It seems simple and yet so many people go to maintenance supply distributors and still end up with weak, easily broken bags. Do some research and find a brand you like. Once you have that you can buy in bulk and be done with it!

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Signs For Building Owners

November 22nd, 2011 | Posted by timd in Home | Janitorial Supply | Real Estate - (0 Comments)

If you are a building owner, you worry about ways to make your building safe for all who occupy it. The last thing anyone wants on their property is for someone to get hurt needlessly. The second thing nobody wants is to be sued for something that could have easily been avoided. This is why so many buildings make an effort to post signs informing clearly and confidently of fire exits, directions towards fire extinguishers, warnings about roof restrictions, no smoking signs and so much more.

Not only do these signs keep people safe and avoid liability in certain situations, they also inform your residents, be they businesses or simply people renting apartments, that you are committed to their safety. It’s a powerful message rendered in a variety of subtle ways through some wholesale business supplies. These signs are particularly important as apartment supplies. If you own a building with a few dozen residents, taking the time to check on all of them in an emergency is impossible. Instead you have to hope that through your signage, any situation can be averted by their own awareness.

Owning property is a lot of work. Putting up these signs and wall mounts might be among your most helpful and easiest precautions.

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Floor Buffers For Building Cleaning Services

November 15th, 2011 | Posted by timd in Cleaning Products | Janitorial Supply | Real Estate - (0 Comments)

Getting a good shine on the floor can be done by hand by the most well trained custodial engineers, but who really has the time? It is not like you are going to be able to make getting a fully buffed floor your week’s work. As we all know a custodian’s work is never done. That is why anyone dealing with tiled floors in a large work space should invest in a reliable and heavy duty floor buffer.

The Mercury Lowboy is a good example of these great devices. Precision balanced and ready to clean any floor into a glorious and sparkling platform, you could practically eat off of these buffers. The Mercury Lowboy is acquired by the managers of schools, shopping malls and offices to help their building cleaning services crews get the job done right.

These buffers make a great asset to anyone and everyone looking to update their staffs janitorial supplies. That said, they are not to be taken lightly. These high power machines should be handled with care, and you’ll also need to acquire some floor signs for your staff to warn individuals wandering the hallways that floors may be slippery. If used correctly though, they will be a huge boon to your teams custodial arsenal.

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Welcome To Janitorial Supply Info!

November 9th, 2011 | Posted by timd in Cleaning Products | Home | Janitorial Supply | Real Estate - (0 Comments)

If you are a building or facilities manager, a janitorial staffing company, or even just an independent house keeper or cleaning service provider, finding all of the supplies you need in one convenient place can be a chore in it’s self. However with the help of the folks at MBA Supply all of your janitorial supply needs can be met in one fell swoop. Their website has everything you’re looking for, from industrial cleaning products to garbage bags.

This blog will reflect the excellent selection of janitorial supplies while also reflecting the ins and outs of janitorial work. We will try and provide helpful hints, inform you of special offers and in general be a resource of information and engaging content for the janitorial community. So many people take the work of janitors for granted, so it is difficult to find a blog and website on the net that speaks for and to their needs. We hope to begin to fill that void.

Providing cleaning staff with the best products and tools to get their job done is no small goal, in fact it is quite significant to anyone concerned with their general cleanliness. Hopefully this blog will be a great resource for the professionally clean and their consumers alike.

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