Cleaning & Hygiene

Industry insights from the Manchester Cleaning Show 2026

| Joanne Gilliard

Jangro returned to Manchester this year to exhibit at The Cleaning Show, a key date in the industry calendar, not just for product launches, but for open and honest conversations about where the industry is headed.

Across the two days, we met with prospective customers and long-standing partners, including manufacturers, distributors, facilities management professionals and cleaning operatives from across the UK, to discuss topics like ESG, compliance demands, workforce development and innovation.

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Building a rewarding career as a cleaning operative

| Joanne Gilliard


A career in cleaning is about much more than appearances. Operatives are frontline contributors to public health, ensuring that workplaces, schools and homes remain safe and hygienic. For many, this responsibility brings purpose and makes it a career many are proud to pursue.

Charlotte shows that being a cleaning operative can be the start of a flexible and independent career. When asked about how she started this path, she shared:

“I wanted a role that worked around my family, but I also wanted something that gave me a sense of purpose. Starting in a local cleaning company showed me that cleaning isn’t just about tasks – it’s about creating spaces that make people feel comfortable and cared for. That inspired me to set up my own business and take control of my career.”

With professional-grade cleaning products like the Jangro acidic toilet cleaner and limescale remover, Charlotte delivers not just a spotless finish but builds a reputation and a business she is proud of.

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