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Ashley Quarterman joins BCAS as new executive director designate

Ashley Quarterman has joined the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) as its new Executive Director Designate.

BCAS makes new appointments to strengthen support

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has appointed Terry Collier as its Learning and Development Officer and Wendy Hayward as its new Vice President

Specifying the right compressed air treatment

In this month’s column from the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS), Vanda Jones, Executive Director and Company Secretary provides guidance for selecting point-of-use filtration for compressed air equipment

The essential industry guide to compressed air installation

Compressed air accounts for a considerable amount of electricity consumed by industry and compressed air systems are used extensively in virtually all industrial applications.

BCAS appoints Steven Rohan as new President

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has appointed Steven Rohan as its new president.

Designing an energy-efficient compressed air system

With energy accounting for a significant proportion of the cost of ownership of a compressed air system, operators will want to ensure their equipment is optimised for best performance. Vanda Jones, Executive Director at The British Compressed Air Society discusses the importance of good compressed air system design in helping to mitigate for rising energy costs.

Maintenance tips for compressed air system efficiency

In April last year, the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) launched the 10% Taskforce - a call for UK businesses to take simple steps to cut their compressed air energy usage figure by 10%.

Achieving the best outcomes for members and customers

Cliff Warne, the newly appointed Executive Director at the British Compressed Air Society, discusses his aspirations for the trade association and the vital role it plays in supporting the needs of its members and compressed air end users.

Maintain your compressed air system for improved efficiency

Cliff Warne, BCAS Executive Director, looks at the importance of an effective compressed air maintenance regime and how this can guarantee reliable operation, whilst also ensuring improved energy performance.

Reducing leaks – saving energy

Pipework leaks are the cause of many a headache for plant managers tasked with optimising compressed air system performance. While they may not cause any immediate health and safety concerns, escalating energy costs mean this is an issue that cannot be ignored.

Understanding the PSSR

The Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (S.I. 2000 No 128) (PSSR) relate to pressure systems for use at work and the risk to health and safety. Vanda Jones, Executive Director at the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) outlines the responsibilities as an owner or operator

10% Taskforce campaign – changing behaviours

In April last year, BCAS launched its 10% Taskforce initiative to encourage compressed air users to cut their energy consumption from compressed air by 10%.

BCAS launches essential industry guide to compressed air installation

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has launched a new compressed air installation best practice guide (BPG 101).

How to reduce air leaks in your compressed air system

By Vanda Jones, executive director, the British Compressed Air Society.

Air compressor maintenance– increase energy savings

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) launched its 10% Taskforce campaign earlier this year. BCAS executive director, Vanda Jones, discusses how the Society is helping to educate end users on simple ways to lower their energy consumption from compressed air. She also outlines the importance of maintaining air compressors and how a proactive service regime can help improve energy performance.