IICRC Launches New Brand

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

IICRC Launches New Brand

Organization changes its name to The Clean Trust  

(VANCOUVER, Wash.) October 14, 2011 – The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) announced today the change of its name to The Clean Trust at the fall 2011 Meeting & Instructors Symposium. Along with the new name, a new, updated, branding campaign will be rolled out in the coming year.

“The Clean Trust lets people know exactly what we do, in a business-like, technical, professional way. We train. We set the standards. We certify. We vouch for a technician’s ability and professionalism and thereby ease our customer’s worries and concerns,” said Paul Pearce, The Clean Trust Chairman “Although the acronym of the IICRC also had a meaning; it wasn’t as direct and easy to understand.”

The Clean Trust’s focus on cleaning, restoration and inspection, its three core areas of expertise, will remain the same as the IICRC. Additionally, the certification and standards on which the IICRC has built its reputation will remain at the core of the organization. The Clean Trust will continue as an ANSI Standard Development Organization (SDO) and pursue the development of standards for the industry as a whole, aiming to provide the most up to date education for its registrants.

“The leadership discussed at length the benefits of a name change and ultimately decided that it was in the best interest of our registrants to move forward with a new name,” continued Pearce. “The name, The Clean Trust, reflects our mission to identify and promote an international standard of care that establishes and maintains the health, safety and welfare of the built environment.”

The Clean Trust signifies the expansion and growth of the IICRC. For almost 40 years, the IICRC has built a strong reputation within the cleaning, restoration and inspection industry, but there has been an unclaimed opportunity to gain momentum with other audiences, particularly the general public. The change to The Clean Trust name provides additional marketing opportunities for the organization to continue to propel its growth.

Materials with the new name and an updated design will gradually rollout through the next year. Available now for registrants and Certified Firms are new ID cards, a general overview brochure, patches, and decals. An introductory video will also be shown during training courses. In the coming months, the organization will provide updated standards covers, trade show booth, newsletter and website.

For more information, please contact The Clean Trust headquarters at (360) 693-5675, or visit the current website (www.iicrc.org) to review the list of frequently asked questions regarding the new brand.

About The Clean Trust

The Clean Trust, formally known as The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC), is an ANSI-accredited standards setting body for the flooring inspection, floor covering and specialized fabric cleaning and disaster restoration industries. Organized in 1972, The Clean Trust currently represents more than 5,700 Certified Firms and 54,000 Certified Technicians in 22 countries. The Clean Trust, with participation from the entire industry, sets standards for inspection, cleaning and disaster restoration. The Clean Trust does not own schools, employ instructors, produce training materials, or promote specific product brands, cleaning methods or systems. It approves schools and instructors that meet the criteria established by The Clean Trust. The Clean Trust also serves as a consumer referral source for Certified Firms and Inspectors.

About Yellow Van

David Keiter, CEO of Yellow Van Cleaning & Restoration was elected to a 3 year term on the Board of Directors of the newly re-organized company “The Clean Trust”.  Yellow Van is a member of the organization, and has achieved a designated position of “Certified Firm”.   This is an exclusive achievement, held by only 5,700 companies in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Japan.  With locations in the tri-cities, Yellow Van serves the cleaning and restoration needs of 17 counties in South Central Nebraska.  A locally owned, family business, Yellow Van offers janitorial services, commercial carpet cleaning, hard surface floor care, residential carpet cleaning and upholstery, and disaster restoration services.  Yellow Van is a member of the Kearney, Hastings, and Grand Island Area Chamber of Commerce and is celebrating 30 years of business.  They can be reached at 1-800-828-3969 for 24 hour Emergency Response or online at www.yellowvan.com. 

SOURCE  Yellow Van Cleaning & Restoration 1-800-828-3969 

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News Release – September 2011

Yellow Van Cleaning teams up with Builders of Kearney to donate 100 smoke detectors to the Kearney Volunteer Fire Department to be given to area families who are in need.

Dave Keiter, President/owner of Yellow Van Cleaning made the donation to the Kearney Volunteer Fire Department as part of October’s Fire Prevention Month. Mr. Keiter stated, “I feel it is important to assist families who may have a need for a smoke detector. It is a small way to give back to Kearney with a very important tool that can save a life. We want families and college students that may not have access to a new smoke detector to get one.” Experts say that if your smoke detectors are over 10 years old, they probably need to be replaced.

Smoke detectors will be available at Fire Station 1 – 2211 Avenue A Kearney, NE – from 8 AM – 5 PM Monday through Friday, starting September 26, while supplies last. Fire department personnel will not be responsible for installing any smoke detectors. Yellow Van is a cleaning and restoration company with locations in Kearney and Grand Island and has 45 employees trained in remediation and cleaning services.

Snyder makes Hole-In-One, wins car

For Immediate Release

Yellow Van Cleaning & Restoration hosted its 8th Annual Golf Tournament on Tuesday September 13 at Awarii Dunes Golf Course. With a 10 AM shotgun start, Don Snyder, of Farm Bureau Financial Services, sunk a hole-in-one which earned him a 2011 GMC Terrain SUV, from Killion Motors of Kearney. Snyder’s hole-in-one occurred on hole #2 with a distance of 165 yards. This is his fourth hole-in-one in his golf career.

The annual 18-hole four-person scramble golf tournament is a part of Yellow Van Cleaning & Restoration’s Customer Appreciation Day. Yellow Van is now in its 30th year of business providing Residential and Commercial cleaning to Central Nebraska with certifications in Carpet, Upholstery, Fire & Water Damage Services, Janitorial, and Stone & Marble Cleaning. Yellow Van is a member of the Kearney, Hastings, and Grand Island Area Chamber of Commerce. They can be reached at www.yellowvan.com , 1-800-828-3969 for 24 hour Emergency Response Services, or at their main location – 206 East 6th Street – Kearney.

Pictured are(L-R): Dave Keiter of Yellow Van Cleaning & Restoration, Loren Killion of Killion Motors, and Don Snyder of Farm Bureau Financial Services

30th Anniversary

Yellow Van Cleaning & Restoration recently celebrated a big event - OUR 30 YEAR ANNIVERSARY! We kicked off the big event with a Kearney Chamber Business After Hours Event on July 14. It was a great time, and a fun way to celebrate the community. Thank you to everyone who has supported our business over the years. Let us know how we can continue to provide the very best service. "For a healthy home that's clean and fresh, Yellow Van does it best!"

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Who we are

Yellow Van Cleaning & Restoration is preparing to celebrate 30 years of service to the community!

Dave & Diane Keiter are the owners of Yellow Van Cleaning & Restoration. They have been cleaning carpeting in the Kearney area for the past 29 years, and also serve Grand Island and Hastings through their branch office in GI. Over the years, they have completed instructional courses in a variety of cleaning areas. They are: Carpet Cleaning and Advanced Carpet Cleaning, Upholstery Cleaning and Advanced Upholstery Cleaning, Odor Control, Smoke and Fire Restorations, Water Damage Restoration, Mold Remediation, Total Dust Containment, Executive Housekeeping, Wall Washing, Air Scrubbing, Negative and Positive Air Pressure Testing, Ventilation and Air Duct Cleaning, Allergy Free Home, and Dust Mite Control. These certifications are received by attending classes and completion of written exams with the IICRC.

They focus on consumer education and have dedicated their company to providing the consumer with the latest information, so the consumer can make an educated decision on choosing a carpet cleaning company. This consumer information is provided in a booklet form and may be obtained by calling (308) 234-2930.

Yellow Van Cleaning is a sought out by the major carpet manufacturers; Dupont, Solutia, and Monsanno to provide service for their warranty customers. Providing service for the manufacturers requires expertise that most carpet cleaning companies cannot provide.

Yellow Van Cleaning & Restoration is always ready to assist the media in providing protection for consumers. They are part of a nationwide campaign to eliminate the bait and switch carpet cleaning companies that prey on the uneducated.

Created to fill a specific need, Yellow Van Cleaning & Restoration helps to make your life easier, and your business more successful. We saw the need, and we addressed it with a comprehensive range of services.

Yellow Van Cleaning & Restoration is staffed by professionals who are devoted to solving your business problems. We will consult with you to determine your requirements and to configure solutions that are specifically tailored for your challenges.