About Multisensor Systems Ltd

Introduction

Multisensor Systems is a UK-based developer and supplier of environmental, water and air monitoring instruments. Our products are designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards and are used to:

• Protect water treatment facilities and wastewater treatment works
• Provide pollution event and trend data for boreholes, rivers and other watercourses
• Analyse the quality of drinking water within distribution networks
• Measure emissions from commercial, industrial, landfill and agricultural sites

Our instruments deliver a very high level of sensitivity alongside online reporting capabilities, enabling rapid response to pollution events or accidental spillages. Low maintenance and calibration requirements help to minimise the total cost of ownership.

Our technology is built around industry-leading sensor products, innovative signal-processing techniques and a strong understanding of our customers’ operational needs.

Our success is founded on customer service — from the quality and reliability of our systems, to the advice and support we provide on product selection and application, and the on-site training delivered to ensure customers realise the full benefit of our instruments.

To find out more about our VOC Analyser, Oil in Water Analyser and THM Analyser, please contact us.

Multisensor History

Multisensor Systems originated at the University of Manchester and was founded by Professor Krishna Persaud, a recognised authority in electronic nose technology.

The original development focused on an instrument capable of detecting heavy organic loads in wastewater, allowing treatment works to respond through changes in dosing or by temporarily storing waste until it could be processed.

This was followed by the development of an instrument capable of detecting extremely low concentrations of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in clean water to protect drinking water treatment plants. This instrument became the MS1000 and has been supplied to many customers worldwide.

2007 – Following the success of the MS1000, the University of Manchester Intellectual Property (UMIP) company provided seed funding and Multisensor Systems Ltd was formally established.

2009 – As sales increased, the company required full-time management and support staff and sought further funding to support growth.

2010 – Funding was secured in March and the first employees were appointed. In August, the company relocated from the university campus to Cheadle, south of Manchester.

2011 – The upgraded MS1100 VOC Pollution Event Analyser was launched, featuring a reduced footprint and updated software.

2012 – The launch of the MS2000 THM Analyser and the MS1200 Online VOC Analyser. International sales expanded, including new channels in Asia.

2013 – New distributors were appointed in Canada and the USA. An ATEX-approved analyser, the MS1100-ATEX, was developed for hazardous environments.

2016 – Trials began for the MS3000 Ammonia Analyser.

2017 – Multisensor relocated to larger premises and completed trials of the MS3500 Ammonia Analyser for raw wastewater applications.

2019 – The global distribution network expanded to over 50 countries.

2021 – Development commenced on a new technology platform.

2023 – International Distributors Meeting held in Manchester with over 40 participants.

2025 – Launch of the new S-Series, featuring improved design, electronics and sensor capabilities.

Multisensor’s current focus is on developing new products, expanding application areas for existing technologies and continuing to grow its global market presence.

Management Team

Paul Greenhalgh – Chairman

Paul’s successful background in developing technology companies brings valuable commercial experience to Multisensor, particularly in sales, marketing and finance.

Brad Weaterton – Managing Director / CEO

Brad Weaterton brings extensive international business and management experience from the semiconductor industry, including senior roles at Texas Instruments, Mitel and Phyworks Ltd. His combination of commercial leadership and technical expertise in global water instrumentation markets underpins the solutions Multisensor delivers. He holds a degree in Electronic Engineering from the University of Birmingham and an MBA from Aston University.

Krishna Persaud PhD, FRSC, FInstMC – Chief Scientist

Professor Persaud is Emeritus Professor at the University of Manchester, a board member of Multisensor and the company’s technical consultant. He is internationally recognised for his work in electronic nose technology and was a founder of Aromascan plc (later Osmetech plc). He developed the original Multisensor VOC analyser and remains closely involved in new developments and customer engagement.

Andrew McInnes PhD, MRSC – Director of Engineering

With over a decade of experience in semiconductor materials science and electrochemistry, Andrew leads the engineering team in the research and development of advanced environmental monitoring solutions. He holds a PhD and MChem from Loughborough University, with research focused on semiconductors for green hydrogen production.

For enquiries, please contact us at info@multisensor.co.uk