About Shepardson Enterprises International
We are currently distributing an excellent line of environmentally preferable and effective commercial cleaning products.Great lengths have been taken to find or develop the right combination of ingredients for these products.They are safer for human and animal life, as well as for the environment and waterways than most cleaning products. They are noncarcinogenic and nonmutagenic.If dyes are used they are color coded to the pH scale for recognition of acids and alkalines for the safety of the users.Unlike most others, the products that we at S.E.I. sponsor perform as well or better and are priced similarly or at lower cost than traditional cleaning products.That's why these products are not just purchased, they are also used. And that makes a real difference in keeping the environment clean! These products are currently being used by the City of Santa Monica, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park and many other National Parks, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, MGM Studios, Hollywood Center Studios, Boeing and many other companies.
Our Executive Team
Lawrence Shepardson, President/CEO
Chihiro Oshiro, CFO
Eric Metcalfe, Sales Director
Earl R.Shepardson Jr., Distribution Specialist
Mission Statement
Shepardson Enterprises International is committed to providing quality, up-to-date products and convienent, fast services to an ever increasing global market.These environmentally preferable cleaning products minimize the burden on human health and the environment and have a proven record in commercial operations.
"We have been searching for environmentally preferable products for a while. It's nice to find some tried and true. They clean well, smell good, everyone notices." Debbie Roberts, Yellowstone National Park
Case Study about our Products
Case Studies
Yellowstone Cleaning Products Project: Pollution Prevention in National Parks (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are "greener" a result of a joint project funded by EPA Region 8, the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, and the National Park Service (NPS). Yellowstone and Grand Teton significantly reduced the toxicity of janitorial products used in park operations with help from a Jackson, WY, company.
First, the consultants inventoried all the cleaning products at the Parks. At Yellowstone, they identified 130 products. Another 30 products were on the shelves but were not used. As they conducted the inventory at Yellowstone, the consultants found products containing chemicals such as 2-butoxyethanol, perchloroethylene, trichloroethylene, 1,1,1-trichloroethane, sodium hydroxide (lye), ammonia, phosphoric acid, bleach, naphthalene, toluene, xylene, and acetone. The large number of products meant dollars for appropriate storage space, hazardous waste disposal in some cases, and confusion as to what products did what jobs.
The consultants talked to NPS maintenance staff and managers to learn about their cleaning practices, tools, and challenges. The consultants then worked with the NPS Maintenance Office and two concessionaires - the medical clinics and service stations - to conduct a pilot implementation project during the winter season of 1998-1999. During the pilot at Old Faithful and Mammoth, new cleaning products were introduced that were both effective and met strict bid specifications issued by the city government of Santa Monica, California. Most of the new products are environmentally preferable for many reasons, including:
They contain ingredients made from corn or soybeans (renewable resources);
The general cleaning products do not contain disinfectants;
They do not contain Toxic Release Inventory chemicals;
VOC levels meet or exceed California's VOC regulations for cleaning products;
Products are sold in bulk and measured in appropriate concentrations by onsite dispensers; and
Products are not delivered in aerosol cans.
As part of this project, disinfectants are used alone where absolutely necessary*. The manufacturer takes back the larger product containers, while the smaller five gallon containers can be recycled. Commercially strong, refillable bottles are used by the staff, eliminating disposal of empty pint or quart bottles.
After the pilot, Yellowstone decided to expand the project to all NPS facilities in the Park. Grand Teton, a neighboring park, joined the project. The Yellowstone Facility Manager said that use of sodium hypochlorite (bleach) has been dramatically reduced throughout the Park. The central warehouse began stocking most of the 18 approved products and the warehouse manager was enthusiastic about the new approach. Staff at both parks said that they felt better after switching to the new products.
This project also succeeded because there was top management support. Introducing the program on a limited basis allowed Yellowstone to test products for performance and involve the janitorial staff in the decision-making process on whether to go park-wide. The consultants guided the project, providing training on proper disinfection practices, hands-on cleaning demonstrations, and oversight. The purchase of cleaning products was simplified. Finally, the "champions" for this project continued to look for new applications for environmentally preferable products.
Lessons learned included the importance of early coordination with the warehouse manager and purchasing departments. They can be effective advocates. There should be a champion for the project at each location. Strong management commitment is needed and should be regularly communicated.Environmentally Preferable Purchasing process with the City of Santa Monica (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
"The manufacturer of these products was awarded the bid to supply the City of Santa Monica with environmentally preferable cleaning products.
Products were evaluated based on factors such as impacts on human health, aquatic toxicity, biodegradability, volatile organic compound levels, packaging and corporate environmental responsiveness.
Top ranking products were tested for performance on city structure and offices.
"Products from the manufacturer of our products were preferred by city custodial staff. The Clean Environment Company will supply bathroom cleaner, furniture polish, degreaser, glass/window cleaners, deodorizer, enzymatic cleaner, solvent spotter, disinfectant, liquid hand soap and carpet cleaner." City of Santa Monica
Clients:
There are many customers who care about cost, worker safety, the earth, and keeping their structures clean.
Some of the better known names are:
City of Santa Monica
State of California
Yellowstone National Park
Sysco Foods
Warner Brothers
Yosemite National Park
MGM Studios
Boeing
Armand Hammer Museum
Fox Studios
Capitol Records
Big Cypress National Preserve
White Plains, NY Schools
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Grand Teton National Park
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Hollywood Center Studios
