BROOKLYN PARK, Minn., March 10, 2025 – Nilfisk announces the launch of the CS7500 Combination Sweeper-Scrubber, a groundbreaking solution in industrial cleaning that redefines efficiency, user accessibility and sustainability. Engineered for maximum performance in diverse environments, the CS7500 features an intuitive touchscreen with multilingual support and ergonomic design that makes it easy to operate. This innovative cleaning machine is compact and ultra-maneuverable for excellent performance in tight spaces. Equipped with proprietary Nilfisk technology, it optimizes water, detergent and energy use for cost-effective, eco-friendly operation.

Advanced Usability

Usability is at the core of the CS7500 Combination Sweeper-Scrubber’s design, ensuring accessibility for operators of all skill levels. Onboard training videos, guided maintenance and a customizable touchscreen with multilingual support streamline the learning process to help even first-time users operate the machine with confidence. An adjustable seat, steering wheel and three-touchpoint entry enhance comfort and accessibility, while the intuitive ClearView™ design improves visibility for safer, more precise cleaning.

Color-coded touchpoints guide user interaction, minimizing the need for extensive training. By adjusting one of these touchpoints, operators can modify the height and angle of the user interface for a customized experience. This adaptability not only improves usability but also reduces the risk of workplace injuries, lowering costs associated with absenteeism and productivity loss.

“The CS7500 sets a new benchmark for usability and simplicity in the cleaning industry because this one machine physically and digitally adapts to everyone–no matter how tall you are, what language you speak, what experience you have,” said Ian Buckle, Head of Brand & Design, Nilfisk. “Once users switch on the machine and type in the code, the interface is perfect for them.”

Exceptional Productivity

The CS7500 Combination Sweeper-Scrubber optimizes every stage of the cleaning process—from prep, training and transport to service, maintenance and proof of cleaning. With a compact design, this machine delivers the smallest aisle turn radius on the market, making it ideal for tight, crowded spaces. Its cleaning speed of 5.6 mph helps to reduce cleaning time and increase productivity. Advanced features like indoor mapping provide proof of cleaning, saving time and ensuring performance precision by eliminating the need for manual reporting. The CS7500 also helps to lower the total cost of ownership through stress-free maintenance, extended serviceability via the Nilfisk Service Network, and efficient setup and post-cleaning processes.

Improved Sustainability

With a strong focus on sustainability, the CS7500 Combination Sweeper-Scrubber is designed to accommodate the use of recycled plastic and is equipped with cutting-edge technologies to reduce resource consumption. Brushless direct current (DC) motors deliver exceptional energy efficiency, while Nilfisk’s SmartFlow™ technology minimizes water usage and the EcoFlex™ feature ensures precise detergent consumption. When powered by a lithium-ion battery with up to 7.8 hours of runtime and two hours fast charging time, the machine eliminates the need for emissions-heavy engines. These attributes support regulatory standards and the reduction of environmental impact during product usage.

“From the start, we listened to our customers to truly understand their cleaning challenges and business needs,” said Rama Menon, Vice President, Industrial Floorcare – Product Portfolio. “Productivity and efficiency are top priorities for facility managers, along with safety, ease of use and reliable performance. They need machines that prevent misuse and damage, as well as simplify training and improve operator comfort during long shifts. Nilfisk designed the CS7500 with all of these needs in mind, delivering a smarter, more efficient cleaning solution.”

Availability

The CS7500 Combination Sweeper-Scrubber will be commercially available in the United States and Canada starting the second half of 2025. Visit Nilfisk’s booth (S3568) at ProMat to see the public unveiling on March 17th.

For more information about the CS7500™ Combination Sweeper-Scrubber, please visit:

https://www.nilfisk.com/en-ca/professional/campaigns/nilfisk-cs7500-a-new-formula-for-the-cleaning-experience/

Regina, Saskatchewan, March 7, 2025 – To support the Canadian agriculture and food industry as U.S. tariffs are implemented, Farm Credit Canada is providing $1 billion in new lending to help alleviate financial challenges.

"There is no relationship in the world like the one Canada shares with the United States, and that certainly extends to our agriculture sectors. Our supply chains are highly integrated, and our producers rely on fair access to the U.S. market. These unjustified tariffs will have a direct impact on them,” said the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food. "Building on our Team Canada response, FCC will be providing financial support to the sector as we adapt to the challenges ahead, so our farmers can keep their operations going and continue producing the best products in the world.”

“We know that agriculture and food producers across Canada are bracing for uncertainty,” said Justine Hendricks, FCC president and CEO. “Agribusinesses, farm operations and food processors are key drivers of our economy and FCC is ready to provide meaningful and immediate support to keep the industry moving forward at this critical time.”

Hendricks said that FCC will rapidly deliver solutions for the industry to adapt to the changing trade and economic conditions. Initially, the focus is on assisting the industry in addressing cash flow challenges so that businesses can adjust to a new operating environment.

Through the Trade Disruption Customer Support program, FCC will provide relief for viable customers and non-customers who meet the necessary lending criteria. This includes access to an additional credit line up to $500,000 and new term loans. Current FCC customers have the option to defer principal payments for up to 12 months on existing loans.

FCC customers and non-customers should contact their local FCC office or call 1-800-387-3232 to discuss their individual situations and available options. Lending due diligence will be carried out on all applications.

“Supporting the industry will also take strong collaboration as part of a team Canada approach,” said Hendricks. “FCC has served as a strong, reliable, and trusted industry presence for more than 65 years, and this current situation is no different. We will be working in partnership with industry associations and other financial providers to offer the solutions needed by the agriculture and food industry to take on the challenges ahead.”

“Canadian agriculture and food businesses supply high value and quality products to U.S. buyers and a positive trade relationship benefits both countries,” said J.P. Gervais, FCC chief economist. “Despite this latest challenge, FCC will continue to provide capital solutions and be a catalyst for value creation to advance Canada’s leadership in agriculture and food production.”

FCC continues to evaluate the economic impact of tariffs implemented by Canada’s largest trading partner on the Canadian agriculture and food sector to ensure that we are best able to support the industry.

March 2025 - With the OXYBABY® O₂/CO₂ gas analyzer and the new Can-Piercer, WITT offers an ideal solution for determining the gas composition in the headspace of cans and bottles. This combination enables fast and accurate quality control in the food industry.

Can-Piercer – New Design, Even Easier to Use

The new Can-Piercer, made from stainless steel and aluminum, is ideal for food industry applications. Its updated design is more compact and streamlined compared to the previous model, making it easier to handle and integrate into daily operations. Weighing just 3.8 kg, it is significantly lighter while remaining stable and robust.

For added convenience, the height adjustment mechanism, which accommodates bottles or cans up to 405 mm in height, has been simplified, allowing quick adjustments without the need for tools. Additionally, the improved needle stabilization helps prevent breakage, ensuring reliable operation.

Specific Models for Carbonated, Non-Carbonated Beverages, and Pressure Measurement

The Can-Piercer is available in multiple versions to suit different beverage types: one for carbonated drinks, such as cola, mineral water, soft drinks, and beer; another for non-carbonated beverages, such as juices, wine, and mixed water drinks; and a version specifically for pure pressure measurement, regardless of gas composition.

When used with the OXYBABY® gas analyzer, the Can-Piercer ensures reliable packaging quality control and compliance with HACCP standards.

OXYBABY® 6.0: Maximum Precision with Minimum Gas Consumption

For years, the OXYBABY® portable gas analyzer has set the standard for food packaging quality control. The latest OXYBABY® 6.0 continues to be one of the most powerful sample analyzers on the market. The device delivers precise measurement results in just six seconds and requires only two milliliters of sample gas, while the long-life oxygen sensor measures the O₂ value in fine 0.01% increments.

The user-friendly interface ensures intuitive operation, while the long-lasting rechargeable battery allows a full working day without recharging. All measurement data is automatically stored and can be easily exported for seamless documentation.

The device also features intelligent flow control, which automatically adjusts the pump output and issues warnings in case of irregularities, preventing inaccurate measurements. Additionally, an integrated filter protects against moisture, extending the service life of the analyzer.

As the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) 2025 Conference approaches, leading global assurance specialist, LRQA is calling on the food industry to prioritise data-driven supply risk management to ensure future food safety resilience.

Food businesses worldwide are under mounting pressure to ensure supply chain transparency as they navigate changing regulations while also reassessing sourcing strategies and risk exposure in the face of shifting geopolitical and climate change impacts.

Though a vast amount of supplier compliance data is available to support decision making, many businesses struggle to use this data effectively, leaving them vulnerable to compliance failures and operational disruptions despite the time and effort extended to manage supplier risk.

Marking a decade at GFSI, leading global assurance partner LRQA continues to lead the industry in assisting clients tackling the mounting challenges to safe food supply presented by regulatory complexity, geopolitical uncertainty, and evolving sustainability expectations.

At GFSI 2025, Kimberly Coffin, LRQA’s Supply Chain Assurance Technical Director, will highlight how employing advanced data analytics can enable business to transform their one-size-fits-all supplier verification programs to a more effective and efficient risk-based approach to food safety across their supply chain. Using real-world examples from recent work with food and beverage clients, Kimberly will demonstrate how LRQA have assisted global businesses successfully leverage data driven insights to re-set the supplier verification process, better understand where ‘true’ risk exists, and ensure resilience in an increasingly unpredictable landscape.

“Businesses across the food industry are increasingly recognising the fact that they need to be smarter about how they’re using data,” Kimberly explained. “The challenge is identifying the best combination of tools, systems and external expertise needed to deliver the foresight to prioritise resources, protect supply integrity and proactively inform decisions. As regulations evolve and supply chains become more complex, businesses that embrace data intelligence will be best positioned to maintain compliance and build long-term resilience.”

The GFSI 2025 Conference will take place in Dublin from March 31 to April 3 with Kimberly’s Tech Talk held on Tuesday April 1 at 3:35 pm GMT.

To see more on LRQA’s involvement at the GFSI and register for the conference, see LRQA.com.