Ductwork is a vital part of air movement systems and helps to support both comfort and health for building occupants.
Quality ductwork that is manufactured and fitted to high standards is vital for energy efficient and productive operation of buildings – and that is what ADCAS promotes through its work on standards and legislation in the industry.
ADCAS was formed in 1997 by leading ductwork contractors who believed that the industry needed an independent voice and a specific identity. This proved attractive to both contractors and many of the associated companies who supplied services and products to the sector.
The Association is the dedicated organisation for ductwork contractors, allied suppliers and manufacturers of equipment for ventilation and air conditioning. ADCAS is part of FETA – a high-profile UK trade body which represents the diverse interests of manufacturers, suppliers, installers and contractors within the building services sector.
It is split into six principle Associations: ADCAS, BCIA, BFCMA, BRA, HEVAC and HPA.
ADCAS is proud of the fact that it represents all companies with an interest in ductwork. The Association has two types of member: Full members are the contractors who manufacture and install ductwork; Associate members are those who supply to, support or are otherwise allied to the ductwork sector. ADCAS believes that by growing its membership it can provide a clear voice to the wider industry and government on ductwork-related issues.
The Association offers a way for its membership to represent themselves to the wider construction industry, liaising with Government on key issues such as legislation, enabling member companies to discuss shared interests, holding regular meetings and events to highlight important issues and offering credibility of membership for companies large and small.
As the voice of the ductwork industry ADCAS’ aims and objectives are:
- To promote better specification, design and installation of ductwork.
- To work with other organisations such as BESA, BSRIA, FETA and others to promote the interests of members.
- To support higher standards among membership through education and information on the latest legislation and technical developments.
- To influence legislation such as Part L of the Building Regulations and others to ensure that ductwork is properly represented.
Members of ADCAS can expect the following benefits:
- Regular meetings with peers to discuss technical issues.
- Events and conferences to help keep members up to date with the latest legislation and trends in the industry.
- Information and influence on European legislation affecting the sector through ADCAS’ membership of FETA.
- Access to specialist interest groups that aim to tackle pressing industry issues such as eliminating substandard products from the industry.
- Free membership of FETA (Federation of Environmental Trade Associations) comprising the Heating & Ventilating Manufacturers’ Association, British Refrigeration Association, Heat Pump Association, British Flue & Chimney Manufacturers’ Association.
- Access to BuildUK services through ADCAS membership. BuildUK brings together the common aims of specialist trade organisations within the construction industry and is able to provide advice and support.
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