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.
Walk-Behind Leaf Blowers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard
FacilitiesNet article mentioning the recall of selected models of DR Power's "Walk-Behind Leaf Blowers and Vacuums, and Tow-Behind Leaf Vacuums" as of May 2, 2024
Maintenance Sales News (March / April 2024 Edition)
The March / April 2024 edition of the Maintenance Sales News magazine discusses "how to select sustainable cleaning tools" (P. 14-15), "steps to a successful new product introduction" (P. 20-21), and floor care and carpet care topics such as cleaning methods and selection of equipment and supplies (P. 22-28).
Discover the Power of IoT in Streamlining Facility Management
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on using Internet of Things (IoT) devices to "streamline operations along multiple fronts, helping to conserve energy, save money, and extend equipment life"
Sanitary Maintenance (March 2024 Edition)
The March 2024 edition of the Sanitary Maintenance magazine includes the 2024 Buyers' Guide, which contains "contact information for over 500 suppliers" in the janitorial / sanitation industry.
Building Services Management (March 2024 Edition)
The March 2024 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses the "perceived cleanliness" of ceilings (P. 14-15), the usage of security robots for surveillance (P. 18-19), and maintenance of concrete surfaces (P. 22-23).
Facility Executive (February 2024 Edition)
The February 2024 edition of the Facility Executive magazine discusses the "convergence" between cybersecurity and physical security (P. 8-9), "reduc[ing] cleaning expenses with the right equipment" (P. 12-13), emergency preparedness for potential natural disasters (P. 18-19), "touchless solutions in restrooms" (P. 28-29), and "10 smart building strategies" (P. 38-39).
Maintenance Sales News (January / February 2024 Edition)
The January / February 2024 edition of the Maintenance Sales News magazine includes the 2024 Buyers' Guide, which contains a "directory of supplies involved in the jan/san and related industries."
Battery Vacuums Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
FacilitiesNet article mentioning the recall of BISSELL's "Multi Reach Hand and Floor Vacuum Cleaners" as of February 1, 2024
Pressure Washers Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
FacilitiesNet article mentioning the recall of FNA Group's "Simpson Gas Pressure Washers line of products" as of December 28, 2023
Examine Your Battery Options
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on "battery selection for your floorcare equipment"
Building Services Management (November 2023 Edition)
The November 2023 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses "winter maintenance... for commercial properties" (P. 14-16), recent research from Tork showing "a link between clean, well-functioning workspaces and employee satisfaction" (P. 20-21), "how to keep temporary workers safe" (P. 22-23), and "four considerations" for cleaning small spaces in restrooms (P. 32-33).
Contracting Profits (November / December 2023 Edition)
The November / December 2023 edition of the Contracting Profits magazine discusses ergonomics considerations when selecting equipment for floor maintenance (P. 6-9) and "surface imaging technology" as a possible approach for identifying surface contamination (P. 10-12).