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We are proud to announce that Betco^® Corporation has entered into a binding agreement to acquire certain wastewater business assets from Novozymes^® A/S. Novozymes is the world leader in biological solutions and the largest provider of enzyme and microbial technologies to improve industrial performance while preserving the planet's resources and helping build better lives.

Subject to customary closing conditions and adjustments, this will be Betco’s second acquisition in the bioaugmentation field, having purchased EnviroZyme^® in 2010. A fully owned subsidiary of Betco Corporation, EnviroZyme is a top provider of bacteria-based treatment solutions for a variety of environmental, water, and waste treatment applications, complete with downstream packaging solutions and fermentation capabilities in an FDA-registered, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

“Novozymes has an outstanding portfolio of wastewater customers and product solutions that complements our existing EnviroZyme business and facilitates access into new markets globally,” said Toby Jercovich, Chief Financial Officer of Betco Corporation. “This acquisition will allow us to immediately fulfill a strategic growth initiative and provides a significant opportunity for long-term, accretive earnings.”

The integration of Novozymes wastewater business unit will transform EnviroZyme into the world’s leading provider of bioaugmented solutions for water resource recovery. With each party’s deep geographical reach and dominant positions in key regions, the combined business will capture momentous market share in the rapidly expanding water and environmental technologies space. The transaction will also broaden the products, services, and expertise offered by EnviroZyme, serving to further strengthen and differentiate their overall wastewater platform.

The acquisition will be fully funded at the targeted close date during the first quarter of 2023. Betco Corporation remains in a strong position to continue the expansion of products and capabilities through organic and acquisition growth. 

*Novozymes is a registered trademark of Novozymes A/S

Betco^® is proud to announce a partnership with Safer Choice, an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Pollution Prevention program. Safer Choice helps consumers, businesses, and purchasers find products that perform and contain ingredients that are safer for human health and the environment.

6 of the sustainable Green Earth^® products have earned this distinguished certification, which is exceptionally reputable due to high standards and backing from the EPA. The following products meet these stringent criteria and qualifications:

• Green Earth Glass Cleaner
• Green Earth Daily Floor Cleaner
• Green Earth Peroxide Cleaner
• Green Earth Clear Foaming Skin Cleanser
• Green Earth Foaming Skin Cleanser
• Green Earth Lotion Skin Cleanser

The Safer Choice program reviews multiple aspects of a product before assigning the Safer Choice label, which signifies the product meets the Safer Choice Standard.

• Ingredients: EPA reviews all chemical ingredients, regardless of their percentage in the product. Every ingredient must meet strict safety criteria for both human health and the environment.
• Product performance: Products must pass category-specific performance standards defined in the Safer Choice Standard.
• Packaging: Sustainable packaging must meet the criteria defined in the Safer Choice Standard.
• pH: Products must meet pH standards that minimize the potential for skin and eye irritation or injury.
• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC): VOCs are restricted to minimize indoor air pollution and associated respiratory concerns.

For more information about Safer Choice or Green Earth products, click here to get in touch with a Betco representative. 

Betco^® is pleased to announce that Christine Heban has joined the People Team as Director of People and Culture. She will be responsible for all people functions, including talent management, culture initiatives, compensation, payroll, benefits, development, and will oversee the People Team.

Christine has 15 years of human resource experience, specializing in employee relations, recruitment, and training, and a master’s degree from Defiance College in Business and Organizational Leadership. Before joining Betco, she spent 8 years at a steel manufacturer.

“I’m looking forward to getting to know the people at Betco,” Christine said. “I would like to increase team member engagement and development, as well as support a safe and innovative workplace environment and culture.”

Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Christine resides in Maumee, Ohio, with her husband, Rich, and 2 daughters, Corinne and Elizabeth.

Betco^® is pleased to announce that Rob Howard has joined the sales team as Director of Sales, National Accounts. In this role, Rob will primarily focus on pursuing national retailers, grocery, and building service contractors and will lead the National Accounts team.

Rob comes to Betco with over 25 years of experience in chemical and equipment sales and distribution in the janitorial sanitation industry. During his career, he was recognized for outstanding sales 3 times and was named the North American Salesman of the Year, amongst other industry and sales achievements.

“I’m excited to be a part of this dynamic sales team,” Rob said. “What I’m looking forward to most is growing the grocery initiative at Betco!”

Rob currently resides in Greenville, South Carolina, with his 8-year-old daughter, Ava.

GE Fight Bac^™ Wipes and GE Fight Bac RTU are long-trusted disinfectants for use against bacteria and viruses on multiple surface types in a variety of facilities and industries. As the world of cleaning and disinfecting continues to evolve for the health and safety of others, Betco^® is pleased to announce the following updated claims for GE Fight Bac Wipes and RTU, granted by the EPA.

GE Fight Bac Wipes:

• NEW: Proven to kill the COVID-19 virus in 30 seconds
• Pseudomonas, Salmonella, and Staph have a 2-minute claim (reduced from 5 minutes)
• Trichophyton (causes of Athlete’s Foot) has a 2-minute claim (reduced from 5 minutes)
  

GE Fight Bac RTU:

• NEW: Proven to kill the COVID-19 virus in 1 minute
• NEW: Proven to kill human coronavirus in 3 minutes
• VRE, MRSA, e-Coli, and CRE have a 2-minute claim (reduced from 5 minutes)
• HIV-1 (AIDS), Influenza A, and RSV have a 1-minute claim (reduced from 5 minutes)
• Rotavirus and Norovirus have a 3-minute claim (reduced from 5 minutes)
  

GE Fight Bac Wipes and RTU kill 99.9% of bacteria and viruses. Both products contribute to green cleaning with critic acid as an active ingredient that is non-irritating and has no harsh fumes. Critic acid is one the safest, most versatile disinfecting active ingredients currently available, topping the list of both human and environmental health considerations.

Betco is in the process of updating the labels to feature these new and improved claims. GE Fight Bac Wipes and RTU continue to be a staple in routine disinfection and increase the cleaning standard.

Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) are the processes necessary to keep a business running but do not become a part of the end-product. MRO is an essential part of business but is often challenging, especially in the industrial manufacturing industry.

New from Betco^® U, the MRO 360: Industrial Manufacturing Program e-learning course leverages the 5S Lean Manufacturing principles, expert knowledge, and high-performing products and services to increase productivity, boost operational efficiency, and enhance safety. Navigate the 5-step process and review the degreaser and heavy-duty hand cleaner product categories to keep manufacturing plants clean, safe, and within budget.

Complete with knowledge checks, clickable links, and downloadable PDFs, this free e-learning course will prepare the user to conduct customer discovery and problem solve. Click here to take MRO 360: Industrial Manufacturing Program.

Betco^® is pleased to announce the following promotions and role changes within the Sales Team:

• Maggie Edwards has been promoted to Director of Sales, Corporate Accounts. She previously served as a Corporate Account Director for over 2 and a half years when first joining Betco in 2019.
• Sonny Parente has been promoted to Director of Sales, Corporate Accounts. He joined Betco in 2020 and previously served as a Corporate Account Director for 2 years.
• Brian Schuster has been promoted to Director of Sales, South. He joined Betco in 2019 as a National Account Manager and was shortly promoted to Director of Sales, Corporate Accounts, serving in the position for 2 and a half years.
• Jason Walton will transition from Director of Sales, South, to Director of Sales, Central.

“We are thrilled to be promoting from within to fill all 4 of these very important roles. They have been key contributors to our growth, and I look forward to having them take on these new responsibilities,” said Jeff Sloan, Senior Vice President of Sales.

Congratulations to all!

The Clario^® Dispensing Program has been a leader in hand hygiene solutions for more than a decade by stretching budgets without sacrificing a safe and clean space. The Manual Clario Dispenser has been a trusted product for good hand hygiene practice since the original launch of the program. Both black and white dispensers are transitioning to a new sleek and modern design that better reflects their position in the skin care and hand hygiene industry.

The Clario Manual Dispensers have the same benefits that maximize safety, minimize waste, and deliver the lowest cost per hand wash, but now with key differences that have improved the overall look and functionality:

• The white dispensers are a cleaner, brighter color
• Both white and black are ADA compliant
• New sleek and modern design
• The key can be stored with the dispenser, tucking underneath
• New liquid and foam pumps that are still interchangeable

Hand hygiene is essential in every facility. To guarantee zero interruptions in supply, our Clario manual pumps and dispensers have safety stock to ensure availability independent of the supply chain. Key refill bag components are dual sourced through a domestic supplier.

We’re excited about this change as our Clario Dispensing Program continues to revolutionize skin care. To learn more about Clario Manual Dispensers, click here. For more information about our dispensed institutional hand hygiene solutions, click here. To speak with a Betco representative, click here.     

Please note this is a running change that will take place as stock is depleted. The new dispensers and replacement parts have new SKUs. There are no changes to the refill SKUs as the dispensers are still compatible with current products. 

Note this information may be outdated. Click here to read our most recent news post regarding Monkeypox.

The Monkeypox virus dates back to 1958, when the pox-like disease occurred in colonies of monkeys kept for research. Transmission of the virus happens when a person comes into contact with the virus from an animal, human, or materials that are contaminated with Monkeypox. Human transmission occurs primarily through large respiratory droplets or indirect contact through clothing or linens.

Today, Monkeypox cases are being investigated in several European countries, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada. There are 13 suspected cases in Canada, and 1 confirmed case in Massachusetts, United States. Monkeypox is most common in Central and West Africa and is considered to be rare outside of these regions. Ongoing investigations are trying to determine the cause of the spread.

The EPA has recently added the Monkeypox virus to their emerging viral pathogen policy. A virus is added to this policy when there is no EPA-approved protocol set in place. Under this policy, there are 10 Betco disinfectant products recommended by the EPA’s List Q Disinfectants for Emerging Viral Pathogens for use against Monkeypox:

• Quat-Stat^™ 5
• Triforce
• pH7Q
• Symplicity^™ Sanibet^™ Multi-Range Sanitizer*
• Pine Quat
• Fight Bac^™ RTU
• GE Fight Bac RTU
• GE Fight Bac Wipes
• pH7Q Dual
• Cide-Bet II

These disinfectants have demonstrated effectiveness against viruses similar to Monkeypox on hard, non-porous surfaces. Therefore, they can be used against the Monkeypox virus when used per the directions on the product label.

In addition to cleaning and disinfecting hard, non-porous surfaces to reduce the spread of Monkeypox, the EPA also recommends the following prevention methods:

• Practice proper hand hygiene.
• Launder infected clothing, bedding, and towels in warm water. Bleach may be added but is not necessary.
• Infected dishes or eating utensils should be isolated and washed separately in a dishwasher or by hand with warm water and soap.

For more information about Monkeypox, click here. To get in touch with a Betco^® representative, click here.

*Disinfectant dilution only (3.5 oz/5-gal water)

Betco^® is a proud supporter of Ukrainian Action, a mission-driven NGO dedicated to helping the survival and development of Ukraine, through a monetary donation that will go towards helping the Ukrainian people during this difficult time.

“We stand with the people of Ukraine as they face this humanitarian crisis and fight for peace and stability,” said Barrett Betz, Vice President of Marketing. “Our contribution supports the victims of this relentless war by ensuring access to vital supplies.”

Each week, members of Ukrainian Action purchase pick-up trucks and fill them with humanitarian, sanitary, and medical supplies from the United Kingdom and drive to the Ukrainian border. A trusted network of people delivers the donated supplies to the people of Ukraine.

Since March 2022, Ukrainian Action has delivered 37 trucks of supplies and raised almost $500,000. Most recently, the team has partnered with Water Mission to deliver and install water purification systems across Ukraine. These systems can each purify more than 10,000 gallons of water per day, which is enough drinking water for 5,000 people.

This donation continues Betco's long charitable tradition of local, national, and global philanthropy through company donations and team member participation in drives and events. We are humbled to have the opportunity to support non-profits and their mission to assist those in need.

Follow along with Ukrainian Action’s efforts through their Instagram account, linked here. For more information about Ukrainian Action and its mission, click here. 

Betco^® is proud to announce the promotion of Jeff Sloan to Senior Vice President of Sales.

Previously, Jeff served as the Vice President of Corporate and National Accounts for over 3 and a half years since first hired at Betco in 2019. During that time, Jeff excelled in the position by producing best-in-class results through continuously driving customer sales and growth. His strategic leadership and collaboration skills are great assets that will apply directly to his new role managing the entire Betco Sales Team—corporate accounts, national accounts, and field sales.

“Jeff has demonstrated what it means to be a sales leader and how to successfully help our customers win in the commercial cleaning industry,” said Brad Betz, President of Betco. “We’re confident he will continue to produce outstanding results for our team and the company.”

Congratulations, Jeff!

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact daily life and operations across all industries, it is important to protect the health of yourself and others by implementing and practicing good disinfection procedures and using effective products.

Betco^® has launched 2 new on-demand modules to assist with sharing valuable information regarding general disinfecting and facility-specific disinfection.

• Disinfection Basics: Covers how disinfectants work, the types of disinfectants, and how to recommend or select the most effective disinfectants.
• Smart Tools™: Enhanced Facility Disinfection: Learn how to leverage each step of our infection control program to ensure a safe and healthy facility, put the minds of building occupants at ease, and set yourself apart.

These new modules, and all other modules on Betco.com, are free and available to anyone. Now in a new, interactive format that involves videos, learning checkpoints, and a certificate of achievement for thorough learning and knowledge retention. Click here to take the Disinfection Basics module. Click here to take the Enhanced Facility Disinfection module.

Say “hasta la vista” to floor finish with the NEW Emulsinator. This floor stripper quickly emulsifies all types of conventional floor finish and is designed to remove many layers of floor finish in less time with less effort. Other benefits include:

• Aggressive, low cost formula cuts through layers of old finish in minutes, boosting productivity
• Works on all metal crossed link floor finishes
• Rinse-free and low foaming
• Doesn’t leave an alkaline residue
• Sassafras fragrance

After application, floors are ready to be recoated without neutralizing. For more information about Emulsinator, click here. To get in touch with a Betco representative, click here. 

Green Earth^® Push^® Enzyme Multi-Purpose Cleaner is a trusted product for green cleaning on multiple surfaces and applications. It is now available in an additional fragrance, lemon and sage, that signifies cleanliness and creates a long-lasting, pleasant odor in every environment where Green Earth Push is applied.

Green Earth Push is an all-in-one product that can be used in grease traps, septic tanks, drain lines, down pipes, carpets, restrooms, and floors. It limits the need for multiple products and SKUs, thanks to its powerful formula and benefits:

• Enzyme-producing bacteria digests complex proteins, fats, greases, and odors
• It is non-corrosive, non-flammable, non-acidic, and non-caustic
• Attacks foul odors at their source
• Continuously cleans long after initial application

Green Earth Push is EcoLogo^® certified, which indicates it is compliant with high environmental performance standards through rigorous testing and exhaustive auditing. In addition, Green Earth Push is more economical and efficient with fewer doses of enzymes for waste and odor degradation. To learn more about Green Earth Push, click here. To speak with a Betco representative, click here.

*EcoLogo is a registered trademark of UL LLC.

In honor of Earth Day, Betco^® is excited to announce that we are kicking off a transition from 5-gallon pails to new 5-gallon bag-in-box packaging! As the name suggests, the new Betco bag-in-box consists of a strong plastic bag seated inside a corrugated box. It features an easy flow spigot and 2-piece box packaging for extra durability. 

With a smaller overall carbon footprint, this new style will enable us to reduce environmental impact and preserve natural resources. In addition to the sustainability benefits, bag-in-box will also allow us to better serve our customers, thanks to more efficient transportation, streamlined storage, and easier end use. For more information about the advantages of bag-in-box, please click here to read our blog post.

While we plan to convert nearly all pails to bag-in-box by the end of the year, the changeover will begin with a combination of floor finishes and strippers. As our current inventory is depleted, customers will automatically be transitioned to bag-in-box at the same great price for the following products:

• Hard as Nails^® Floor Finish
• Untouchable^® Floor Finish with SRT™
• Hybrid^® Floor Finish
• Finish 101™ Floor Finish
• Glare^® Floor Finish
• Ax-It^® Plus Floor Stripper
• Extreme^® Floor Stripper
• Unlock™ Floor Stripper

This packaging update reflects and furthers our long-held commitments to both sustainability and providing Professional Performance, Every Day. For answers to frequently asked questions, please click here to view our Bag-in-Box FAQ. To speak with a Betco representative, please click here.

Stain removal on carpet has never been easier with the NEW 3.5-gallon FiberPRO^® Carpet Spotter. Stains and spots in the carpet can stick out and draw attention, creating the perception that a facility is not clean. The FiberPRO Carpet Spotter is the new go-to tool for quick and easy removal of stains. Implement it into a carpet maintenance program to ensure carpets are completely clean, keeping an enhanced clean facility image.

The FiberPRO Carpet Spotter is equipped with various features to ensure the job gets done in the most efficient way possible:

• 33% wider vacuum tool to decrease cleaning time and enhance productivity
• High mobility with large wheels, swivel casters, and an expanding handle
• Increased cord and hose management with easy-to-use clips and wraps
• Additional tank handles, large drain ports, and tank access
• Integrated safety signage on the handle for precaution while using the machine

Complement it with other FiberPRO equipment, including the FiberPRO 8 Carpet Extractor, FiberPRO 20 Carpet Extractor, and FiberPRO Air Mover, for a total solution package.

Besides just carpeted floors, the FiberPRO Carper Spotter is useful and effective on upholstery and curtains. No matter which application, ensure spots are erased promptly with the FiberPRO Carpet Spotter. For more information, click here. To speak with a Betco^® representative, click here. 

Betco^® is actively seeking a new Chief Science Officer (CSO) to oversee the scientific functions of our organization,  including research projects and new process, technology, and product development. We are looking for a leader in the chemistry, biology, or microbiology fields who can combine discipline-specific expertise with business acumen to align research and development (R&D), microbiology, quality control, and regulatory priorities with aggressive growth objectives and an overall mission to provide superior performance in the commercial cleaning industry.

In addition to embracing the inherit complexity of projects that aim to enhance corporate efficiency, profitability, and competitive position, the right candidate will also be passionate about leveraging technical skill to create next level innovations as well as be a self-described “people person.” The new CSO should feel like they belong in a family-owned business that is committed to continuous improvement and are able to drive a culture of accountability and proactivity accordingly.

“The world of cleaning and maintenance moves fast—we’re looking for a CSO who moves faster.”

“The world of cleaning and maintenance moves fast—we’re looking for a CSO who moves faster,” said Brad Betz, President of Betco Corporation. “In the race to formula innovations and new technologies, we need a dynamic and experienced executive to develop an R&D roadmap, provide leadership, facilitate technical mastery, and drive quality outcomes—all while addressing emerging regulatory changes that could serve as potential roadblocks.”

At every level, Betco offers team members rewarding and challenging career opportunities, a competitive benefits package with excellent medical costs, a 401k plan, and productivity incentives. Candidates interested in the CSO position can learn more and apply online at recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/986276.

Garbage disposals are a frequently used piece of equipment in a kitchen and should be properly cleaned often to prevent and eliminate buildup, odor, and clogs. The NEW Green Earth^® Garbage Disposal Cleaner is a powerful, foaming probiotic cleaner and freshener that is effective in both commercial and residential garbage disposals.

As a probiotic cleaner and BioActive Solution™, Green Earth Garbage Disposal Cleaner is formulated with specially selected microbes that create enzymes to break down fats, oils, greases, and other food soils. The non-pathogenic microbes then digest the organic matter until their food source runs out, offering a continuous, long-lasting result. Thanks to the superior cleaning power of bacteria, caustics or acids aren’t needed, resulting in green formula that is safe for the user, the disposal and plumbing, and the environment.

Reach tough-to-clean sidewalls, blades, and pipes and leave behind a pleasant fragrance that will last long after application. Other outstanding features include:

• Water-soluble pouches for simple dosing and application
• Eliminates food soils and odors that attract drain flies
• Downstream backup prevention
• Degrade buildup in restaurant disposals
• Leave sinks clean and running smoothly

Application is easy. Use 2 pouches for a large commercial disposal and 1 pouch for a residential disposal several times per week or when there is a buildup or strong odor. Run hot water from the sink and toss the appropriate number of enclosed pouches into the disposal. Turn on the garbage disposal for several seconds and turn it off. Blue probiotic cleaning foam will rise from the drain and can be simply rinsed away.

For more information about the Garbage Disposal Cleaner, please click here. To speak with a Betco representative, please click here. 

Take your floor care knowledge to the next level with our newest on-demand module! Floor Care – Wood Floor Maintenance will take you through products, equipment, and application methods for routine, interim, and restorative maintenance on a wood sport floor.

Wood floors, specifically sports floors, are highly trafficked and need to withstand a great deal of abuse. Proper routine, interim, and restorative maintenance procedures will equip sports floors with the protection, durability, and beauty needed for peak performance. An intimate and thorough understanding for each procedure will allow for maximum efficiency and long-term preservation of wood sports floors.

This module is FREE and available to anyone. The new, interactive format includes videos, checkpoints, and a certificate of achievement to assure learning and knowledge retention. Click here to take the module.

GE Fight Bac™ Wipes and GE Fight Bac RTU now have a new fragrance called Cool Fresh that signifies cleanliness when used. The new scent smells earthy and fresh, which is pleasing to the nose and not overpowering.

GE Fight Bac Wipes and RTU kill over 99.9% of bacteria and viruses in a 3-to 5-minute contact time and are approved by the EPA as List N disinfectants for use against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. The formula includes citric acid as the active ingredient that is non-irritating and does not produce harsh fumes for the user.

GE Fight Bac Wipes and RTU offer superior disinfection in a safe way, now with a brand-new fragrance. To learn more, click here for more information about GE Fight Bac Wipes. Click here to learn more about GE Fight Bac RTU. To get in contact with a Betco^® representative, click here.

Note: This is a rolling change and some stock for select SKUs may have the old fragrance. The new Cool Fresh fragrance will be implemented as stock is depleted.