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On this page we have collated all the resources that we have relating to the full range of products and services that we offer. You can filter the selection using the dropdowns below to access information about the type of product (for example to see everything we have about sensor taps), the specific brand (for example to see everything we have about CONTI taps) or the benefit provided (for example to see everything we have about reusing water). Alternatively you can just click on the tabs below to see all the resources we have of a particular type (for example all our webinars). If you have any questions about any of our products or services please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Green champions: How Southern Water’s Business Partnership Fund supports businesses in water conservation

Kimberley Turnbull – Water Efficiency NHH Manager at Southern Water – talks about Southern Water’s Business Partnership Fund and the experience of working with partners such as Ecoprod on delivering projects as part of this fund.

Choosing between polycarbonate and ceramic urinals: which is best for your space?

When it comes to fitting out a washroom and installing URIMAT waterless urinals, one key decision is choosing between polycarbonate and ceramic waterless urinals. Both materials have unique characteristics, and understanding their differences can help you select the right one for your project. Whether you’re looking at ease of installation, sustainability or aesthetics, here’s a breakdown of what each material offers and when one might be more appropriate than the other.

How Quensus smart leak detection can save you thousands

Marcus Rose interviews Dan Simmons – MD of Quensus – to learn more about how smart leak detection systems can help organisations reduce water wastage and cut their water and energy bills significantly.

How Aguardio shower timers encourage users to take shorter showers, saving water and cutting energy use

Showers are notoriously heavy water guzzlers, often consuming more water than any other activity. Organisations such as hotels, gyms, universities and others that provide showers to staff or customers can find that the showers are responsible for a very significant chunk of both their water use and energy bills.

Upgrade your washrooms – improvements you can make whether you’re retrofitting or going for a full refit

Traditional washrooms can be extremely wasteful of both water and energy and can generate significant amounts of waste and have a substantial carbon footprint. However, this is one area of the organisation where it is possible to make very significant improvements relatively easily. Here are a range of suggestions to consider, some will be most relevant to those who are considering a washroom refit but others can easily be deployed in existing washrooms.

How the National Trust is cutting water use at Lacock Abbey

In this green champion interview we find out from Andy Webster – National Trust Facilities Manager, Lacock Abbey and North Wiltshire – how the National Trust is meeting the challenge of using less water in its properties.

How cutting water usage reduces your carbon footprint as well as lowering your water bills

When people think of saving water they generally think of the benefits purely in terms of lower water usage but of course there’s a close link between water usage and the production of energy, so cutting your water use also has a significant impact on your carbon footprint.

Why Ecoprod’s water saving solutions are the best choice for healthcare environments

In the UK, the water crisis is pressing, with all organisations urged to conserve water, including the NHS, one of the country’s largest water consumers. The NHS alone uses about 50 billion cubic meters of water annually. Reducing water usage not only preserves vital water supplies but also cuts down on carbon emissions—making it an essential aspect of any eco-friendly strategy.

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.

Why water neutrality is becoming the new de facto planning requirement

New developments in some areas are now required to produce a water neutrality statement evidencing how they intend to achieve water neutrality. In this blog we explain what water neutrality is and how it can be achieved.

How the Aguardio leak sensor helps you waste less water and saves you money

Up to 20% of all toilets leak and a single leaking toilet can waste up to 275 litres of water per day, costing money and wasting valuable resources. The Aguario leak sensor can detect even the smallest leaks. This blog explains how it works.

How universities can become leaders in water saving and sustainability

In this blog post, we will explore various opportunities for saving water across university campuses, highlighting the importance of collective action and offering practical suggestions for creating a more sustainable campus environment as well as cutting water usage (and associated water bills) by anything from 20% to 50%, whilst also reducing energy use and carbon footprint.

Businesses that fail to prepare for future water shortages are likely to struggle

It is vital that businesses take the threat of future droughts seriously and start implementing water efficiency measures, as this article explains.

The financial case for investing in water saving technology

The true cost of your water use goes far beyond simply what you pay via your water bill. In this blog, we will explore the importance of businesses saving water and how it can benefit your company’s financial future.

Why every organisation needs a water management strategy

Many organisations have no idea of the true cost of the water that they use, because that cost is hidden in the balance sheet. Putting in place an effective water management strategy identifies what that cost really is and can help you reduce it very significantly.

How water saving and reuse fits into the circular economy

So far water use has not generally been considered in discussions about the circular economy but in fact water use can be aligned very precisely against its principles. In a circular economy the full value of water as a resource is recognised and water is treated as the finite resource that it is.

How cutting water and electricity use are linked

Using less water and electricity has never been more important. Indeed, the very survival of your business may depend on it. But did you know that the two are closely linked?

Why waterless urinals are the most economical and environmental choice for your washroom

A common misconception regarding urinals is that they are an overly costly, environmentally damaging and high maintenance washroom product. URIMAT waterless urinals are far from this and effectively reduce the economic and environmental cost of a toilet visit.

Why hand dryers are more hygienic and environmentally friendly than paper towels

It’s a common misconception that paper hand towels must be a more environmentally friendly choice than electric hand dryers but in fact the opposite is true, as we explain in this blog.

Busting a few myths about waterless urinals

We regularly talk to people who have considered waterless urinals but decided against installing them because they believe them to be hard to maintain and clean, or likely to smell, or expensive to install or not cost effective. In this blog post we bust some of these most common myths about waterless urinals.

How can Ecoprod help facilities managers be more sustainable?

At Ecoprod we specialise in helping organisations to use less water. Our core focus traditionally has been on washrooms – generally one of the most water-intensive areas of a building – but increasingly we are working on projects that take a holistic approach to water management across a whole building looking at every option from rainwater harvesting to smart leak detection, from water saving technology to behaviour change.

What is water neutrality?

Water neutrality means ensuring that any new development does not add to the overall level of water demand in a particular area. A water neutral development will have a net zero impact on mains water supply. The ultimate objective of water neutrality is to minimise a development’s impact on the existing water resources, environment and infrastructure in which it sits.

The environmental impact of electric hand dryers versus paper towels

The environmental benefits of waterless urinals and sensor taps are pretty clear cut but the case for electric hand dryers is more complex as there are so many different factors that need to be taken into account. That said, we firmly believe that electric hand dryers are the more environmentally sound choice, as this blog explains.

How to reduce the amount of water and energy used by your organisation’s showers

Showers, particularly electric showers, have a very substantial environmental impact in terms both of water use and energy use. And of course, there’s a financial cost associated with this – both the water bill and energy bill ultimately impact on an organisation’s bottom line.

The importance of enabling effective disposal of sanitary items in your washrooms

Organisations should do everything they can to encourage washroom users to dispose of their sanitary products via sanitary bins rather than flushing. The benefits of doing this are numerous. You will reduce your maintenance costs as you’ll have fewer blockages and other problems with your plumbing. You’ll be providing a better washroom environment for users. You’ll be doing your bit to prevent such waste ending up in our rivers and oceans.

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 the pandemic. So the question is, should we still be washing our hands regularly?

Want to know where the mysterious smell in your washrooms is coming from? Take a look at the floor drain

Often, odour in washrooms, kitchens or communal shower facilities comes from poorly functioning floor drains. There are a number of reasons why this is the case.

Think that waterless urinals smell bad or are difficult to maintain? Here’s why you’re wrong.

We talk to people every day who are convinced that waterless urinals smell or require more maintenance or are otherwise more work than traditional flushing urinals. However, we absolutely guarantee that URIMAT waterless urinals, maintained correctly, do not smell. Here’s why.

Hand hygiene saves lives – miscea sensor taps can provide the first line of defence

miscea is the only company in the world offering an all-in-one, completely touch free solution that satisfies hand hygiene guidelines in healthcare settings recommended by world leading healthcare organizations. Here’s how it works.

Water saving advice for sports clubs

Water is an essential utility for most sports clubs, but unlike most businesses demand for water can be sporadic, seasonal and highly variable. In addition water quality needs will vary dramatically.

A guide to shower specification in public buildings

There are many different shower options available to architects, specifiers and facility managers when considering a replacement or new showering system, so how do you decide what’s right for you? Take a look at this guide to help you understand the different considerations you should take into account in order to select the best option for your facilities.

How sensor taps can deliver sustainable savings on water usage in your building

How can you start to deliver responsible water management, and consequential cost savings for your organisation? One area which we think is a clear opportunity for savings is to look at the water usage from taps across your buildings.

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. In this blog we discuss some of the many considerations for estates and facilities teams managing healthcare washroom systems.

Demonstrating the ROI of investing in water saving technology through a metered trial

The most accurate way to estimate return on investment (ROI) is to run a metered trial on the technology you are considering installing. This involves installing water meters in a single bathroom and measuring water use before and after the installation of water-saving equipment. The data can be used to calculate the likely ROI if the equipment were rolled out across your whole estate.

Proving the ROI of investing in CONTI+ sensor taps

We work with many clients who want to be able to measure the ROI of investing into water saving washroom equipment such as waterless urinals or water saving taps. Understandably, financial directors often require proof of the likely ROI before signing off the capital expenditure involved in a washroom refit.

Why waterless urinals are ideal for sporting venues

Sporting venues are realising the importance of saving water and being seen to be greener, as well as offering an improved user experience to fans, which is why we installed over 800 waterless urinals in the new Spurs Stadium, and urinals with Visutal advertising screens in the Utilita Bowl.

Introducing the revolutionary URIMAT CS self-cleaning urinal

The URIMAT CS comes with a built in cleaning fluid dispenser in the form of the MB Active Trap CS which sits in the urinal drain opening. An LED light flashes green to indicate that the system is ready to use and the programmable cleaning intervals start automatically.

How the Green Drain protects against radon gas infiltration

Unprotected drains can be a potential entry point for radon, and so implementing a drain trap seal device such as the Green Drain can be an effective and affordable way to reduce radon gas infiltration. The Green Drain does not only protect against radon but also prevents other odours, sewer gases, and insects from entering up through the floor drain grate.

How a digital water management system can help you address your water management health and safety obligations more effectively

In this blog post I’m going to outline some of the ways in which a digital water management system such as the CONTI+ CNX can help you meet your health and safety obligations and improve the effectiveness of your water management processes, as well as reducing the time and resource associated with maintaining a safe environment.

Why individual urinals are always a better choice than troughs

Ecoprod deliberately do not supply waterless trough urinals as our mantra is to make the entire washroom visit a good experience, and troughs never offer a pleasant user experience. So, what are the issues with trough urinals and why are individual urinals better?

Get your water from a borehole? Here’s why waterless urinals are the right choice for you

Saving water is important to all organisations these days but it’s particularly important if you get your water from a borehole. We have a growing number of clients who’ve installed our waterless urinals for precisely this reason.

Why miscea three-in-one taps are a great choice for dentists

Our miscea taps are a great choice for any environment where hygiene and cleanliness are important but we are finding that they’re particularly popular with dentists, as you can see from the testimonials we have from Philip Friel Dentistry, Prais Dental Care and the Sussex Implant Centre.

Ten reasons why your company should be using washroom advertising

Washroom advertising is changing. There are many more modern and high tech options available now and we firmly believe that it’s a medium that’s worthy of proper consideration.

Why bottled water is such a serious environmental problem, and how to reduce its use in your organisation

Plastic water bottles offer the benefits of convenience and portability but that comes at a serious environmental price, one which definitely isn’t worth paying. A UN report published in 2016 stated that more than 300 million tonnes of plastic were produced in 2014 and predicted that this would rise to more than 2,000 million tonnes by 2050.

Washrooms can be both environmentally friendly and stylish

When people think of environmentally friendly washroom products such as waterless urinals, sensor taps and automatic hand dryers, they may not always think of style as well.

Why sensor taps are a great choice for domestic environments

People tend to think of sensor taps as being a solution only for professional environments and workplaces rather than for homes. However, we firmly believe that sensor taps are a great option for the home, for a number of different reasons.

Why sensor taps are a good solution for healthcare environments

There’s been a lot of discussion over the last few years about the pros and cons of sensor taps in the context of healthcare environments. However, if used correctly, there is no reason why sensor taps should be any less hygienic than any other kind of tap and indeed there are many ways in which they are way more hygienic than any other kind of tap.

What are the advantages of sensor taps compared to traditional hand-operated taps?

At Ecoprod we offer a range of different kinds of sensor taps so there’s something that is suitable for every kind of washroom environment. Sensor taps offer several other advantages beyond the obvious improvement in hygiene and in this blog post I’ll discuss some of these.

How much is 100,000 litres of water?

We talk a lot about how each URIMAT waterless urinal can save up to 100,000 litres of water per year, but it’s sometimes hard to grasp what that means in real terms. What does 100,000 litres of water look like? What does it really represent in terms of practical savings?

Why URIMAT waterless urinals are better than traditional flushing urinals

Potential customers often ask us why they should make the switch from their existing flushing urinals over to waterless urinals. Obviously one of the biggest benefits of waterless urinals is the amount of water that they save but there are many other benefits too.

Why you should use MB ActiveCleaner to clean your URIMAT urinals

When you buy a waterless urinal from us, you’re not just buying the urinal itself but also our knowledge and expertise about the best way to keep it clean. One of the big benefits of waterless urinals is the fact that, if they’re cleaned correctly then they are odour-free and much more hygienic than traditional flushing urinals. Once you’ve invested into waterless urinals it’s important to make sure that your cleaners know how best to clean them and that you use the best cleaning materials for the job.

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Urinals

Can I advertise on my waterless urinals?

Should I clean waterless urinals in the same way as traditional urinals?

Do waterless urinals smell?

How complex is the URIMAT installation process?

Can we trial URIMAT waterless urinals?

What is your typical payback period?

Dryers

Is extra wall reinforcement needed when installing?

Can the unit be used in very hot locations?

Can the unit be plugged into a conventional AC wall outlet?

How can overuse of the unit be avoided?

What is the usable life of the unit?

How does the cost compare to traditional hand dryers?

How is the drying time reduced?

Aren’t recycled paper towels more environmentally friendly than hand dryers?

miscea taps

Do miscea systems have an auto-purge cycle for legionella prevention?

Can the default settings such a water flow run-on time and the amount of liquid dispensed be adjusted?

Can miscea systems be installed on unbalanced hot and cold water supplies?

Can miscea taps be installed in place of conventional taps?

Aguardio sensors

Is there a camera on the shower sensor?

How do I clean the shower sensor?

Do Aguardio’s sensors need access to WiFi?

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Waterless urinal payback examples

URIMAT waterless urinals are simple to install and typically save users around 100,000 litres of water per urinal per year, so both the financial and water savings can be very substantial indeed meaning that clients realise quick return on investment. Here are some examples of projects that we have worked on and savings that customers have achieved.

CPD for architects

Watch this presentation to learn how Ecoprod can help architects and interior designers to enable their clients to waste less water, cut carbon, reduce energy costs and improve the environmental credentials of their buildings by specifying water saving solutions in their washrooms and throughout their facilities.

How the CONTI+ Ultra sensor tap is constructed

Watch this video to see how the CONTI+ Ultra tap is constructed and the benefits that this offers.

How to install URIMAT waterless urinals

URIMAT products are simple to install and the range of models available will cover the footprint of virtually every existing water-flushed urinal bowl making retrofit installation easy and cost effective.

How to ensure your waterless urinals don’t smell

If your urinals are maintained correctly then we guarantee that they won’t smell. Read more to find out what causes urinals to smell and how easy it is to ensure that yours remain odour-free.

How to replace the trap on URIMAT waterless urinals

Changing the trap on a URIMAT waterless urinal is quick and straightforward. Here are instructions telling you how you know when the trap needs changing and how to make the change.

How to clean waterless urinals

Cleaning URIMAT waterless urinals is much more straightforward than cleaning traditional urinals. Here’s a quick video guide plus a downloadable PDF of cleaning instructions that you can print out for your cleaners.

How waterless urinals work

URIMAT waterless urinals use patented ActiveTrap technology, which is much more effective at preventing odours and hygiene issues as well as being significantly cheaper and easier to maintain than other types of waterless urinal. Find out more about how it works.

How URIMAT waterless urinals are made

URIMAT waterless urinal bowls are manufactured using high tech facilities and machinery. The polycarbonate bowls are manufactured in a carbon neutral process using 100% renewable power sources. Find out more and watch a video of the manufacturing process.

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