Entries are now open for the 2016 Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) Awards. The Awards are one of the premier events in the building controls calendar and in 2016 this highly anticipated awards ceremony, which takes place on Thursday 12 May 2016, will move to a new venue, the Hilton Birmingham Metropole.

Now in their 9th year, the awards recognise and reward excellence in the building controls industry providing entrants with an opportunity to showcase their top products and projects from the past 12 months.

There are eight categories which include; Independent Building Controls and BEMS Installer of the Year; Best Service and Maintenance Provider; Technical Innovation of the Year – Projects; Technical Innovation of the Year – Products; Energy Management Award; Contribution to Training Award; Engineer of the Year and Student of the Year.

Steve Harrison, President of the BCIA says: “The BCIA Awards show that the spirit of innovation and the drive of technology are moving us forward in our industry. It’s important for everyone to celebrate these achievements and be recognised for professional excellence.

“I would encourage everyone within the building controls industry to enter and be recognised for their success in this challenging market. The awards are an opportunity to put forward your nominations for the best performers in the industry and celebrate the great work which continues to put controls at the forefront of the building services industry.”

The deadline for entries is the 29 January 2016. To enter simply visit the dedicated awards website, www.bcia-awards.co.uk, and submit your entries via the online form. Entry to the awards is free and open to BCIA members and non-members.

www.bcia-awards.co.uk