Madison Chemical, Madison, Ind., introduced MADISON GREEN, a mildly alkaline, environmentally friendly, biodegradable general-purpose cleaner effective on greasy and waxy soils, such as conveyors, floors, packaging equipment and more.

Telematics, Internet of Things, intuitive software systems and cleaning solutions are just some of the features outlines in this issue’s roundup of new product technologies and solutions.

Using non-abrasive particles of dry ice, accelerated with compressed air, effectively replaces traditional cleaning methods with a superior process.

Madison Chemical, Madison, Ind., introduced OXYWAVE, a two-part drain cleaning program that cleans drains without scrubbing.

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.