newsIn the last decade, BCAS (British Compressed Air Society) membership has reached record levels, with more than half of members receiving awards for a 10, 15, 25 or even 50-year association with the society. Here, Chris Dee, executive director, outlines some of the key benefits members derive from belonging to a trade association.
newsCompressed air is used in thousands of applications and is vital to the productivity of industries around the globe. Compressed air engineers have transferable skills; rewarding and challenging work; competitive salaries; good career progression and yet, in the UK and other nations, there is a significant shortage of qualified, experienced technicians and a real problem exists in attracting young people into the sector. Chris Dee, executive director of BCAS explains
newsThe challenge to manage precious energy resources is ongoing, with legislation and voluntary initiatives being introduced to help improve efficiency within industry. As a result, compressor manufacturers, like many other manufacturers, are working hard to squeeze the last ounce of energy efficiency from their packaged products. Greg Bordiak, technical officer at BCAS, comments
articleIn this article, Chris Dee, executive director at the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) looks at the most frequently asked questions about spare parts and the law. The views and responses expressed are related to industry experience and are not intended to be interpreted as legal advice.
articleThe British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has undertaken more than four years of work, along with the ISO Technical Committee 118, which in August 2013, culminated in a new standard for compressed air system assessment – ISO11011 (Compressed air – Energy efficiency – Assessment).
articleVarious reviews of health and safety policy have taken place over recent years and recommendations made. The most recent Governmental action resulted in a much-trumpeted withdrawal of outdated or no longer required legislation. Greg Bordiak, technical officer, BCAS considers the wider context
articleThe British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) will be at Air-Tech 2014 (8th – 10th April 2014, NEC, Birmingham) and will be using to event to promote its services, including its range of training courses.
articleFor those involved in the manufacture, distribution, sale or servicing of compressed air equipment, and for those who use compressed air, there are many benefits to be gained by becoming a member of the UK trade association or by using a BCAS member, as Chris Dee, executive director of the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS), explains
newsIt is essential that the UK government continues to do everything necessary to establish a competitive business environment that ensures both manufacturers and businesses see Britain as the most attractive country for investing and re-shoring. The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS), UK technical trade association for the compressed air and vacuum industry, continues to campaign to make this happen and represents its members’ interests in future European legislation, as Chris Dee, executive di
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