Good visitor washroom experience is more important than ever these days. There’s pressure on all organisations to cut their water use, and washrooms are typically one of the most wasteful areas of water use in a building. Excessive water use in washrooms also has a knock on effect on an organisation’s carbon footprint. Additionally, the […]
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Busting some myths about sensor taps
Sensor taps have become increasingly popular options for commercial washrooms in recent years, particularly with an enhanced focus on hygiene since the COVID 19 pandemic. Sensor taps offer convenience, efficiency, and hygiene. However, some organisations are still reluctant to install them, generally as a result of some common misconceptions and myths. In this blog post, […]
Hand hygiene is the first line of defence against viruses, bacteria and germs – switching to sensor taps can help
There’s been a lot of emphasis on the need to improve hand hygiene during the course of the pandemic. The science is clear – frequent hand washing reduces the risk of a variety of different illnesses. However, research suggests that people are now washing their hands less frequently than they were at the start of […]
Sensor technology is the best option for washrooms in a post-COVID world
Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, hand washing and personal hygiene, always important, has become even more relevant in our everyday lives. The fear of contracting coronavirus has exposed how easily germs could be transferred from person to person, even whilst in a seemingly ‘clean’ environment. The Covid-19 pandemic has hugely increased […]
Hand hygiene saves lives – miscea sensor taps can provide the first line of defence
Our hands come in contact with germs all the time and we transfer these germs to everything that we subsequently touch. Any cuts or lesions of the skin are possible sources of entry for viruses and bacteria, so skincare and hygiene is crucial for reducing the risk of becoming ill. According to the WHO up […]
A guide to touch-free taps
Investing in touch-free sensor taps can bring significant benefits to both building managers and users, from saving water to keeping washrooms hygienically clean. Over recent times their rise in popularity has been significant, but what do you need to know about touch-free taps? We’ve collected together some of the key considerations. How are they powered? […]
Ecoprod appointed as exclusive importer for CONTI+ in the UK
I’m delighted to announce that Ecoprod has been appointed as CONTI+’s exclusive importer for Great Britain. This partnership builds upon a long-standing existing relationship between our two brands. At Ecoprod we share CONTI+’s focus on sustainability as a key brand value and have extensive knowledge of the CONTI+ brand gained through many years of collaboration. […]
Designing safer washrooms in a post-Covid era
Many organisations are now considering how to reopen their facilities and enable employees to return to work safely. The washroom is one of the areas of the building where hygiene is of most importance, and the global pandemic has led to a growing interest in ensuring that safety and hygiene are built into washroom design […]
How sensor taps can deliver sustainable savings on water usage in your building
It always seems strange when people talk about water shortages in the UK but when the Head of the Environment Agency, Sir James Bevan speaks you know it is time to take notice. He told delegates at the Waterwise conference that in around 20 to 25 years, unless we take action, there would not be […]
Using sensor taps to manage washrooms safely and efficiently in healthcare environments
Functional safety and ease of maintenance are vital in washrooms across many sectors, none more so than in the healthcare sector. I recently wrote an article for the Health Estates Journal in which I discussed some of the many considerations for estates and facilities teams managing healthcare washroom systems. You can download a PDF of […]