Insulate Magazine Issue 14 - January 2018

The only independent insulation industry trade magazine
As a recognised mark synonymous with quality products & installations, working with an institution
like the BBA offers considerable benefits to manufacturers. Opportunities to improve business
profiles are particularly sought after in an increasingly competitive market place, where new products
and systems are cropping up all the time.And it’s not just about Increasing sales opportunities. It’s
also about greater efficiency, with a reduction in costs that can lead to more rewards for hard-working staff
and Improved staff motivation. Moreover, working with a USP partner that is a recognised brand is a sign
that manufacturers are committed to raising and maintaining standards for their customers, resulting in an
improved profile among both existing and potential clients.
UKAS accredited and fully independent, BBA Audit &
Inspection has over 50 years’ experience providing first
class inspection & auditing services to organisations
who are committed to maintaining the quality of
products and installations to meet industry
standards. The BBA business unit works in two main
areas: construction products (factory and installation)
carries out over 6000 inspections per year within the
UK, while quality management systems carryies out over
2000 visits per year in over 50 countries worldwide. On
the construction side, inspections cover the BBA’s own
Competent Installer Scheme to supporting client
initiatives and regulation schemes such as PAS
2030:2017. Products covered range from energy
technical monitoring and insulation to high friction
services. On the management systems side, the
BBA offers the main three standards: ISO9001:2015,
14001:2015, 18001:2017 with EN1090 being high in
number.
Given the constant changes in regulations, BBA Audit &
Inspection clearly plays a significant part in raising and
maintaining standards across a variety of industries, to
the benefit of clients, the industries they work in and ultimately
the consumer.
Moreover, at a time when a number of issues are coming
to light as a result of badly performed or ill-advised insulation
retrofits, these services are even more welcomed,
not only by home dwellers and property owners, but in\
particular social housing organisations whose responsibilities
are to look after housing stock, usually with limited
budget constraints.
It has perhaps never been more appropriate for organisations
like the BBA to continue to dedicate time and
resource to drive up standards, ensuring the quality
and safety of products and workmanship in the construction
industry, for the ultimate benefit of all our built
surroundings, at work and at home, and all who inhabit
them.
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