Maintenance tips for compressed air system efficiency

31 October, 2023

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

27 September, 2023

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

23 August, 2023

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

28 June, 2023

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

11 May, 2023

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

05 April, 2023

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

23 March, 2023

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

20 February, 2023

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

Air compressor maintenance– increase energy savings

29 November, 2022

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.

Energy Bill Relief Scheme – BCAS advises on further compressed air energy saving measures

26 October, 2022

In this month’s British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) update, BCAS executive director Vanda Jones discusses the new Energy Bill Relief Scheme, launched by the government on 1 October – and why the Society continues to encourage compressed air users to minimise their compressed air energy consumption for the long-term through a series of low-cost measures.

Compressed air system control for energy savings

28 September, 2022

BCAS executive director Vanda Jones looks at how improving compressor control can help lower energy consumption.

British Compressed Air Society strengthens support with new board appointments

23 August, 2022

The British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) has elected two new board directors. Vanda Jones, BCAS executive director, talks about the new appointments and how the Society continues to grow to help meet members’ needs.

Change behaviours – Reduce compressed air energy wastage

28 June, 2022

At the Air-Tech 2022 exhibition, the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) launched its 10% Taskforce campaign. BCAS’s executive director Vanda Jones explains how the society is helping to educate end users on simple ways to lower their energy consumption from compressed air.

New 10% Taskforce set to cut compressed air energy consumption

10 May, 2022

Launched at this year’s Air-Tech 2022 exhibition, The British Compressed Air Society’s (BCAS) new 10% Taskforce campaign is a call to arms for industry to reduce its compressed air energy consumption. As energy costs continue to escalate, operators are looking for innovative ways to lower their electricity costs – and compressed air Is no exception. Vanda Jones, executive director at the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS) provides more information about the campaign and how it is set to save industry £147.5 million in otherwise wasted energy costs.

Fit for the future

24 March, 2022

Meltem Soydan Middleton-Duff: “Above all, we want to equip our members, their engineers and end-users with the practical skills required to ensure that their compressed air installation is fit for the future.”

The launch of a brand-new learning management system…the enrolment of the industry’s first compressed air and vacuum technician apprentice. It’s been a busy time for the British Compressed Air Society’s (BCAS) Training and Development Committee. Meltem Soydan MiddletonDuff, the new chair of the Committee, who has also been appointed as a director of BCAS, talks about her new role, and what’s in store during the coming year.