FACILITIES

Target rolling out more store safety measures ahead of holiday rush

Target Corp. is going all out to make holiday shopping easier and safer at its stores, including the expansion of contactless checkout and pickup options and a new feature that lets customers know if there is a line outside a store.

Sam’s Club keeps the floors clean – with help from robots

A leading warehouse club retailer is expanding its investment in robotic floor scrubbing technology.

Lidl to install new air filters in all U.S. stores by yearend

Lidl US is upgrading its ventilation system to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

Black Friday is divided into three parts at Walmart

Walmart is revamping Black Friday for the age of COVID-19.

Home Depot in largest renewable energy procurement yet

The Home Depot has signed its largest renewables procurement agreement to date, with the energy purchased enough to power more than 150 of the chain’s stores.

Survey: Consumers say indoor air quality crucial to prevent COVID-19 spread

Consumers are paying close attention to the indoor air quality of public spaces amid the pandemic.

Schnucks cleans up with latest robotics investment

A Midwestern grocery chain is lifting the arduous task of in-store cleaning from associates.

Redner’s Markets installs antimicrobial covers on checkout conveyor belts

Redner’s Markets is protecting one of the highest touch areas in grocery stores amid enhanced COVID-19 safety protocols.

Survey: Retailers create COVID-19 store protocols for holidays

Retailers are taking numerous steps to ensure the safety and comfort of employees and customers.

Winterizing Fire Protection Systems: Don’t get caught out in the cold

Each year, frozen fire sprinkler pipes and fire safety equipment are rendered ineffective due to snow and freezing temps, thereby causing a potentially serious threat to the safety of employees and customers alike.