articleThe correct installation and commissioning of compressed air piping is vital for an ongoing safe and efficient compressed air system. Here Marion Beaver, technical officer for BCAS outlines best practice
articleBCAS works directly on behalf of the compressed air and vacuum industry to advise on, shape and, at times, challenge the creation of EU and UK legislation, directives and standards. Here, the Society provides a round-up of some of the latest work that Pneurop – the European committee of manufactures of compressors, vacuum pumps and pneumatic tools – is undertaking
articleTraining is a vital ingredient for modern businesses with a host of benefits, ranging from employee motivation and retention, to demonstrating competence to implementing safe working practices. Here’s an overview of some of the latest courses available from the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS)
productHere Vanda Jones, executive director for the British Compressed Air Society, examines the role of the trade association in modern industry, particularly in the light of the ongoing Brexit negotiations and the positive influence such organisations can have on securing our industrial future
articleHere, Andy Jones, managing director at Mattei, shares his top tips for specifying, installing and operating an air compressor
articleThose looking to invest in an air compressor often rely on zero hour data sheets verified by the Compressed Air and Gas Institute (CAGI)* to predict lifetime performance, as this is the only source of independently verified performance data on air compressors. However, Andy Jones, MD at Mattei, says efficiency levels change over the life cycle of a unit and whilst two compressors may have the same zero-hour performance, the reality is that life cycle costs may vary considerably
productThe OM-DVCV is a self-contained, precision instrument for recording true RMS AC current and AC voltage up to 600V and 300A. It measures RMS signals up to the 25th harmonic at 50Hz. The OM-DVCV can store up to 21,672 points when recording both voltage and current or 43,344 samples when recording only voltage or only current.
productThe BRE (Building Research Establishment) has added a category for pipe insulation materials to its Green Guide to Specification, with nitrile rubber insulation products such as Armaflex flexible elastomeric foams (FEFs), receiving an A rating.
productTrend Control Systems has announced the availability of its IQ®VISION monitoring and management solution.
articleThe compressed air industry has had an excellent record of minimising energy consumption through design and servicing, but now it is time for a step change as the EU commission pushes industry towards resource efficiency and the circular economy. Marion Beaver, Technical Officer at BCAS takes a look at what it means moving forwards.
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