Welcome to Elliott Affiliates, Ltd.’s Knowledge Center, where you will find information relevant to owners, occupiers, investors, and contractors in the commercial real estate space. While Elliott’s core focus in the janitorial services segment is about creating clear performance- and outcome-based contract scopes of work and guiding their delivery using a continuous improvement process that delivers exceptional results. Organizations that engage contractors have a myriad of factors to consider when engaging and managing contracted services.
ISSA Show North America Preview Series: Flooring Identification Categories & Classifications
This 72-minute ISSA webinar discusses "how different flooring types... vary in density, porosity, and texture, and how those differences determine the right care approach."
Maintenance Sales News (September 2026 Edition)
The September 2026 edition of the Maintenance Sales News magazine discusses the ISSA Show North America 2026 conference (P. 8-14), "a scientific approach to waste receptacle selection and placement in facilities" (P. 16-17), "sustainable can liner options for the jan/san industry" (P. 18-20), "self-cleaning restrooms and the future of hygiene technology" (P. 32-34), and dealing with hard water scale buildup (P. 40-42).
ISSA Today (September / October 2026 Edition)
The September / October 2026 edition of the ISSA Today magazine discusses the ISSA Show North America 2026 conference (P. 10-15), "what research says about cleaning products and respiratory health" (P. 16-19), "building sustainable success through best practices" (P. 20-22), "out-innovating rising costs in facility cleaning" (P. 26-28), "cleaning in the age of real-time data" (P. 30-32), "how physical AI can drive productivity and profitability" (P. 34-36), and the "TIME" (Total Integrated Measurement of the Environment) Framework cleaning model (P. 38-40).
Sanitary Maintenance (July / August 2026 Edition)
The July / August 2026 edition of the Sanitary Maintenance magazine discusses "common chemical wipe questions" (P. 8-9), "inventory planning" in advance for the winter season (P. 10-13), when to consider AI usage and automation (P. 14-17), and "assessing hand hygiene programs" (P. 18-20).
The Shift Away From PFAS: What FMs should know
IFMA FMJ article on the phaseout of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) used in facility management applications such as "cleaning products, floor care solutions, coatings, adhesives and maintenance materials"
The Science of Sequence
Cleanfax article on how to avoid "streaks, inconsistent gloss, and a decline in overall surface performance" due to improper sequencing in the cleaning procedure
Floor Care Basics and Beyond: Maintaining Natural and Manufactured Flooring
This 61-minute ISSA webinar discusses "the correct care strategy for stone, wood, resilient, and carpet floors," common mistakes to avoid, and choosing the right equipment and cleaning chemicals for various floor types.
Floor Care Strategies for Today's Commercial Spaces
This 63-minute CleanLink webinar discusses "the key differences among vinyl and laminate flooring types and how they impact maintenance practices," "the proper tools, equipment, products, and daily techniques to protect floors and prevent costly mistakes," and "strategies for floor restoration and long-term maintenance that safeguards both assets and operational efficiency." (Note: A free registration is required to access the video.)
When AI Guesses Wrong, Floors Pay the Price
This 30-minute ISSA interview discusses the potential pitfalls of using AI to "identify flooring materials and recommend proper maintenance procedures" due to existing technological limitations (and how to avoid them by utilizing the "human element")
What is Quat Binding? Definitions, Risks, and Prevention
CleanLink article on "quat binding" as a side effect of the chemistry of quaternary ammonium compounds and how to avoid the issue
ISSA Today (May / June 2026 Edition)
The May / June 2026 edition of the ISSA Today magazine discusses the usage of "AI chatbots to... assist in decisions about the procurement and use of cleaning products" (P. 14-16), the concept of a sustainability specialist (P. 18-19), "benchmarking cleaning operations" (P. 28-30), women in leadership in the cleaning and facility services industry (P. 32-34), and the implications of "physical AI" for the cleaning industry (P. 36-38).
Cleaning Silk Floorcoverings: Understanding Its Physics
Cleanfax article on how silk carpets should be cleaned differently from wool carpets