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.
Top Benefits of Eco-Friendly Ice Melt for Facilities
CleanLink article on applying deicers in such a way to minimize the negative side effects on infrastructure and the environment (and possible alternatives to sodium chloride for this purpose)
Facility Cleaning Decisions (January / February 2026 Edition)
The January / February 2026 edition of the Facility Cleaning Decisions magazine discusses size considerations in carpet care equipment (P. 6-7), "how to teach frontline workers to use correct chemistry" in cleaning and disinfection tasks (P. 8-10), "why scent matters when building an odor control procedure" (P. 11), avoidance of healthcare-associated infections via "smarter cleaning, better training, and new tech" (P. 12-15), "disaster preparedness" for schools (P. 16-17), and "process improvements" for "improving productivity" in cleaning (P. 18-20).
Maintenance Sales News (January / February 2026 Edition)
The January / February 2026 edition of the Maintenance Sales News magazine includes the 2026 Buyers' Guide, which includes a "directory of suppliers involved in the jan/san and related industries." There is also a discussion on "the future of cleaning and facility solutions" (P. 42-43).
Study Urges Review Of Disinfectant Use In Senior Facilities
Facility Executive report on a study showing that "older adults and staff in assisted living facilities are exposed to elevated levels of... quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs)" and the "potential health risks associated with exposure to these chemicals"
The Sticky Truth About Gum and Adhesive Removal
Cleanfax article on the proper procedure for removing gum and adhesives from carpets
The Essential Guide to Maintaining Natural Stone Flooring
CleanLink article on how to properly clean and maintain "natural stone flooring" such as "marble, limestone, granite, terrazzo, or travertine"
How to Clean and Maintain Luxury Vinyl Tile
Cleanfax article on how to properly "clean and maintain" LVT floors
ISSA Today (January / February 2026 Edition)
The January / February 2026 edition of the ISSA Today magazine focuses on the theme of artificial intelligence. Topics discussed include: The importance of adopting technology such as AI (P. 19-21), "generational differences in AI perception" and its implications on when to use AI tools (P. 22-23), and "how curiosity closes the gap between human understanding and machine intelligence" (P. 28-30). Other topics include "investing in healthier cleaning" for individuals with "chemical sensitivities" (P. 38-40) and the role of "architects and interior designers" in "designing for cleanability" (P. 41-43).
Contracting Profits (January / February 2026 Edition)
The January / February 2026 edition of the Contracting Profits magazine discusses "prolong[ing] the life of floors" (P. 6-9), "how properly portioned chemicals optimize operations" in commercial cleaning (P. 10-11), and the usage of a "lightweight QR-enabled transparency layer" for proof of cleaning (P. 14-15).
Higher Returns: 3 steps to help FMs rethink cleaning protocols
IFMA FMJ article on avoiding "harsh chemicals in cleaning products," their implications on indoor air quality (and therefore occupant health), and the importance of audits of cleaning protocols
The Clean Revolution: Chemical, Smart Tech, Biomes, and Robotic Forces Converge
This 14-minute ISSA interview discusses "the four major innovation forces that are transforming the cleaning industry: chemical innovation, smart technology, biome control, and robotics."
Electrolyzed Water a Tool for Cleaning Industry
CleanLink article on using "electrolyzed water" (generation of hypochlorous acid via electrolysis of salt water) as "a credible and fast-growing alternative to conventional cleaning and disinfecting chemicals"