Ecolab Inc., St. Paul, Minn., acquired Chemstar Corp., Lithia Springs, Ga.

ISTOBAL, Bristol, Va., presented a pioneering system to ensure professional cleaning and disinfection of refrigerated trailer interiors.

Brain Corp, San Diego, Calif., partnered with Nilfisk, a Copenhagen, Denmark, to license Brain Corp.’s BrainOS artificial intelligence technology to further accelerate the development of connected autonomous cleaning solutions.

Diversey, Charlotte, N.C., introduced SureTouch, a ready-to-use, 1-step cleaner disinfectant and deodorizer.

Birko, Henderson, Colo., partnered with Lagafors Fabriks AB, Sweden, to introduce the Birko by Lagafors brand.

Diversey, Charlotte, N.C., combined patented ultra-silent, whisper technology with an advanced selection of features to create the new TASKI AERO tub vacuum cleaner range for commercial use in North America.

Diversey, Charlotte, N.C., launched a new brand identity, vision and values to ensure a prominent spot across a range of sectors, including building care, healthcare, hospitality, facility management, retail, foodservice and food and beverage.

To minimize the risk of cleaning tools becoming a source and vector of cross contamination, they must be appropriately cleaned, disinfected and maintained.