Richard Braid is the Managing Director of Cistermiser, a UK manufacturer of water and energy-saving management solutions for commercial and public sector washrooms.
Cistermiser Ltd has been manufacturing and supplying a range of products and solutions for the treatment and cost-effective management of water for over 40 years. They design, manufacture and sell innovative washroom control products including water-saving and efficient hydraulic and infrared urinal flush control valves, hands-free hygienic no-touch WC flushing valves and touchless infrared washbasin taps for industry, the public sector and both commercial and domestic applications.
Richard has worked in the heating and hot water sector for the last three decades and spoke to ThisWeekinFM about water usage and sustainability and Cistermiser’s future plans.
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Article written by Ella Tansley | Published 16 October 2023
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