articleGB/UK legislation update from BCAS
ACTIVITY CONTINUES at pace in our new legislative landscape. UKCA marking is clearly one such area that manufacturers have been working towards and we provide an update on the easements below.
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articleN2 or CO2? The benefits of onsite nitrogen generation
BCAS EXECUTIVE director Vanda Jones explains why operators may want to consider alternatives to carbon dioxide, which can help to lower operating costs and ease supply chain issues.
articleMaintain your compressed air system for improved efficiency
COMPRESSORS CAN work hard – really hard, often in 24/7 harsh operating conditions. Roy Brooks, technical development officer at the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS), explains that where rising energy costs are a concern, it makes good sense to ensure the compressed air system is operating as efficiently as possible – and this is where an effective compressed air maintenance regime can help to lower costs.
articleFiltering the fact from the fiction
AS TECHNOLOGY for compressed air treatment continues to evolve, there is now a wide range of equipment available which can satisfy the most demanding of compressed air treatment needs. However, with so many variables to consider, the selection of the right equipment can be a complex task, affecting everything from maintenance schedules to the ongoing costs associated with achieving the required standards.
articleSaving industry millions in wasted compressed air energy costs
BCAS EXECUTIVE director Vanda Jones provides an update on the 10% Taskforce campaign to date and provides recommendations for compressed air end users when embarking on a compressed air energy reduction programme.
articleNavigating the PSSR
ARE YOU the user or operator of a compressed air (pressure) system? If so, you may be wondering about your obligations under the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (S.I. 2000 No 128) (PSSR) and how these affect your business? Roy Brooks, technical development officer at the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) takes you through your duties as an owner or operator and provide guidance on how you can abide by the rules – while ensuring a safe and compliant working environment.
articleTraining and apprentice update from BCAS
VANDA JONES, executive director at the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) provides an overview of the latest training and apprenticeship opportunities.
articleRising to the challenge
UNPRECEDENTED ENERGY energy costs, materials’ availability, price increases, the Covid pandemic …It’s fair to say that the industry continues to face significant challenges. We caught up with British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) president Mark Ranger to find out how the Society and its members are helping their customers to navigate some of these challenges, through improved compressor and vacuum efficiencies.
articleWorking safely with compressed air
COMPRESSED AIR is a safe and reliable form of power, accounting for approximately 10% of all the energy used by industry. However, it is important that both employers and their employees know how to work safely and understand the risks involved if good practice is not followed.
articleBCAS: A trusted voice
CLIFF WARNE, who has recently taken on the role of Executive Director at the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) talks to AirUser about his aspirations for the trade association and discusses its vital role in protecting the interest of members and end-users of compressed air.
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