Safe and clean drinking water is a fundamental necessity for public health. Conventional water disinfection methods, particularly chlorination, have been found to introduce harmful chemical by-products known as trihalomethanes (THMs). A systematic review and meta-analysis published in Environmental Health Perspectives (2025) has highlighted the alarming association between exposure to THMs in drinking water and an…
Maintaining high hygiene standards in healthcare facilities is crucial for protecting both patients and staff from infections. Hospitals, clinics, and care homes require rigorous disinfection protocols to prevent the spread of waterborne pathogens and other harmful microbes. Chlorine Dioxide (ClO₂) has emerged as a superior disinfection solution in healthcare settings due to its powerful antimicrobial…
The team at Scotmas are very sorry to announce the passing of our founder and former Chairman, Mr Derek Cameron following a short illness. He was 86. A geneticist by training, Derek built his early career in the food and agriculture industry, living and working across Africa, Europe and Canada. Working in West Africa, he…