BCF
The British Coatings Federation (BCF) is the sole UK trade association representing the interests of manufacturers of decorative coatings, printing inks, wallcoverings and industrial coatings, including on-site and off-site application intumescent coatings. More information on the BCF and the range of support and services, as well as contact details, can be found at www.coatings.org.uk. The BCF's prime functions are:
- to promote and to protect the interests of its members.
- to encourage the prosperity of the industry.
- to improve the business climate in which the industry operate.
- to provide an interface between the industry and the Government, other industry and non-industry organisations, the media and the general public.
The BCF:
- provides a forum for coatings and wallcovering manufacturers to discuss issues.
- agrees industry priorities and positions on commercial and regulatory matters.
- encourages industry best practice through the establishment of voluntary standards.
- monitors and anticipates legislative developments and other focuses on the coatings and wallcoverings industry.
- lobbies UK, EC and international authorities to influence legislation and other controls.
- develops and provides guidance and information to manufacturers and to their suppliers and customers on legislation and other requirements.
- provides industry training programmes and materials and awards qualifications.
- promotes the benefits of the use of coatings and wallcoverings.
- ensures value for money for its entire membership.
Activities are carried out by a team of professional, permanent staff well experienced in the industry.This is complemented by the enthusiastic and voluntary support and contribution of individuals and companies in membership, through the BCF’s extensive committee and communication networks.
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