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.
Building Services Management (May 2024 Edition)
The May 2024 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses the maintenance of concrete floors (P. 12-13), "safe work practices when using cleaning chemicals" (P. 16-17), two product lines of floor cleaning equipment (P. 18-19), "prevent[ing] mold growth on school ceilings" (P. 26-27), and the usage of "environmentally friendly cleaning products" (P. 30-31).
Building Operating Management (May 2024 Edition)
The May 2024 edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses upgrades to the Boston Public Schools facilities since the COVID pandemic (P. 4-7), efforts to achieve energy efficiency at the Pueblo Community Health Center in Colorado (P. 8-11), and "carbon monoxide detection" (P. 12-15).
Sanitary Maintenance (April 2024 Edition)
The April 2024 edition of the Sanitary Maintenance magazine discusses the Green Seal certification program (P. 8-9), possible benefits of using "pre-measured chemicals" for cleaning (P. 16-18), and the importance of matting programs (P. 19-22).
Facility Cleaning Decisions (March / April 2024 Edition)
The March / April 2024 edition of the Facility Cleaning Decisions magazine discusses disinfection via UV-C light in healthcare settings (P. 8-9), "green" or "sustainable" cleaning products (P. 12-15), hand hygiene (P. 16-18), and ergonomic considerations for the cleaning process (P. 19-21).
Facility Executive (April 2024 Edition)
The April 2024 edition of the Facility Executive magazine discusses the role of HVAC systems for improving indoor air quality (P. 10-11), "business continuity planning and training" for emergency situations (P. 18-19), compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (P. 22-23), and the usage of "energy management software" for achieving sustainability goals.
Building Services Management (April 2024 Edition)
The April 2024 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses mold remediation (P. 16-17), "sustainable landscape management" (P. 22-23), and "asphalt parking lot maintenance and repairs" (P. 26-27).
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).
Cleaning Maintenance & Management (March / April 2024 Edition)
The March / April 2024 edition of the Cleaning Maintenance & Management magazine discusses various environmental sustainability strategies (P. 8-17), the results of the 2024 CMM In-House / Facility Management Benchmarking Survey Report (P. 20-25), "selecting a pressure washer for your facility" (P. 30-32), and "mak[ing] daily vacuuming part of your routine" (P. 34-35).
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"
Building Operating Management (January / February 2024 Edition)
The January / February 2024 edition of the Building Operating Management magazine discusses "HVAC upgrade projects" to "improve indoor comfort for occupants" (P. 13-15), "how to conduct a risk assessment" on facilities (P. 16-17), and "the future of green buildings and wellness" (P. 18-19).
Facility Maintenance Decisions (January 2024 Edition)
The January 2024 edition of the Facility Maintenance Decisions magazine discusses "aligning maintenance and engineering activities... with core business objectives" (P. 4-5), restroom "renovations that deliver efficiency and savings" (P. 10-11), and balancing indoor air quality improvements with sustainability goals (P. 16-19).
Building Services Management (January 2024 Edition)
The January 2024 edition of the Building Services Management magazine discusses "avoid[ing] carbon monoxide exposure when using heat" (P. 12-13), guidelines from the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) regarding "why and how to disinfect" (P. 14-15), and using "technology and data analytics" in facility management (P. 16-17).