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What does your membership subscription get you?

When you pay for a membership subscription, of course, you want to get something in return. We do our best to offer members a range of benefits that will help them push their business to their highest potential.

For example, we offer members:

  • The opportunity to receive City & Guilds accreditation with our practical courses.
  • Access to the ADIA Diplomas which include a range of courses that will train and demonstrate the skills of your workers.
  • Free promotion on our website and DoorSafe Register (for those who have passed the BS EN16005). We direct enquiries and business leads to the DoorSafe Register explaining that these companies listed are those who have received BS EN16005 training and have awareness of the safety procedures as set out by the standard.
  • Additional promotion through our printed annual directory sent to over 4500 businesses across the UK.
  • Opportunity to advertise in the Directory for a small fee (to cover printing costs).
  • Free advertising for suppliers in our quarterly newsletter.
  • Invitations to events giving our members plenty of opportunity to networking and promote their products as well as meeting the ADIA team.
  • Access to the ADIA Shop which offers products at a discounted rate.
  • Discounted products and services 
  • Regular industry updates via email.

And that isn’t all! You can see more benefits here.

Be sure to make use of your benefits and you will feel the wonders of ADIA membership.

You can do this by:

  • Taking our courses to receive a range of certifications and a CSCS card. This will demonstrate your seriousness for Health & Safety and abiding the standards illustrated within the BS EN16005 and BS 7036-0.
  • Keeping your contact information up to date so that companies know how to get in touch.
  • Providing logos and photos to be used on marketing material and the website.
  • Provide a simple yet effective company description for the Directory and website that will encourage your potential clients to choose you over your competitors.
  • Using discounts to save your company money.
  • Attend events, leave flyers and hand our your business cards so that other members can work with you on future projects.

For more information on membership or if you have any suggestion on benefits you would like to see from the association, email laura@theadia.co.uk

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Posted by on November 6, 2018

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Using the ADIA for Your Marketing Needs

Being a member of the ADIA means we want you to be getting business because of how we promote you. But sometimes you need to do a little bit of a boost to increase your chances of landing that contract:

HERE’S HOW:

  • Get the contacts – Create a database of contacts that you want to get work from. Try and find first names too! Suppliers can use our Directory of members whilst Installers can get a discount with Barbour ABI who can provide business leads in your area.
  • Send a letter to your database of potential clients (see Members Area for template)
  • Use the ADIA and DoorSafe logo (if you have passed!) on your email signatures and website with a link to your company profile. You can download these from the Members Area or email laura@theadia.co.uk with the format you need.
  • Make yourself stand out – write a short but detailed description for your Directory entry on the website and printed copy (50 words). Ensure your logos are sharp, modern and clean.
  • Send us your images – Send us photos of products or installation work and we will use them on our marketing material (including Directory and Our Members Work page)
  • Be social – Get on social media platforms such as Twitter and LinkedIn and document your work in photographs and articles, any special offers etc. but be professional! Want us to promote you? Let us know and we will share your content!
  • Stick it to ‘em – Remember to put your ADIA van stickers on your vehicles. You can order some more from the ADIA shop. If you’ve passed the BS EN16005, you can also get DoorSafe stickers for products.
  • Get professional business cards made from Newton Press. They also do printing and design services for letterheads, flyers and more. And members get a discount!
  • Advertise for free – If you’re a supplier looking to sell products to ADIA Installer members, why not advertise for free on the quarterly email newsletter? You can even book an advertising space for a small fee in the Directory. And don’t forget that we will credit you for those images you send us!
  • Attend events, conferences and exhibitions – Even if you don’t necessarily meet your potential clients you will make contacts and this is key to growing any business.
  • Sell products within our shop or give members a discount – Simply email laura@theadia.co.uk to discuss what you can offer other members.

    Remember, the ADIA are always finding ways to contact various sectors to ensure they are made aware of our members, especially ones who have passed the BS EN16005, accredited by City & Guilds! 

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Posted by on October 12, 2017

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How to Use Your Benefits

When you’re a member of the ADIA you want to make the most of your subscription. We’ve shown you the benefits but how can you utilise them?

BUY ITEMS FROM THE ADIA SHOP

You can get many useful and promotional items via our ADIA online shop. You also get free shipping for items over £100. Want to sell in our shop and give members a discount? Email us!

GET BUSINESS LEADS WITH BARBOUR ABI

Want to find out where new businesses will be popping up? Whether the newest Tesco requires automatic doors? Barbour ABI helps you with business leads. Create an account with Barbour ABI and they will assist you in getting the best business leads for your company.

SAVE ON YOUR BREAKDOWN COVER WITH AA

Every little helps so we’ve managed to get ADIA members money off when they get breakdown cover with AA. Keep your vans on the road and decrease those expensive breakdown costs.

GET A BS EN16005 ACCREDITED BY CITY & GUILDS 

Having one engineer on the BS EN16005 can be a lot of pressure. Companies are becoming more and more aware of the importance of safety so are looking for more BS EN16005 accredited engineers. Have all of your engineers trained whether it is via the all-online course and exam or our visual course and exam. You should even get your office staff trained on the BS EN16005 for office staff!

GET ON SITE WITH OUR CSCS CARDS

Your engineers can now get on site with our very own CSCS cards. Engineers are asked to take a Health & Safety test specifically for automatic doors, complete the online e-learning and attend a training course with assessments and exam. Ensure you have them all trained.

GET YOUR BSI PUBLICATIONS FOR CHEAPER!

Need a BSI publication? Email us, and we will get it for you with 30% off! Or you can buy the BS EN16005 from our shop.

ADVERTISE FOR FREE IN OUR ONLINE & PRINTED DIRECTORY

Make your description stand out but don’t have it go on for too long. Descriptions should show what you can do for a company and what makes your business stand out from the others. Ensure your logo is clean, crisp and professional. Want to stand out even more? Place an advertisement! This will also be featured on Our Member’s Work page!

FILL UP FOR CHEAPER WITH FUELCARDS

Your engineers are on the road ALOT. So why not sign up for a fuel card and get cheaper fuel? See why you need a fuel card here.

ENSURE YOU HAVE TRANSPORT WITH BUDGET HIRE CAR

Need a vehicle? You can get 25% off with a simple discount code!

TRAIN YOUR STAFF WITH DISCOUNTED HEALTH AND SAFETY COURSES

We have partnered with NICEIC and Human Focus to offer a huge range of courses, useful to your business. Get your staff trained!

and more

There’s so much more on offer with the ADIA. You can view all the benefits in the member’s area.

Remember, we can save you money and we have saved you time by finding out the information for you!

Simply follow the instructions when logging into the member’s area and you can really make the most of your membership. If you have any questions about what is on offer please contact info@theadia.co.uk and we will be happy to assist.

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Posted by on October 3, 2017

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5 ADIA Benefits You’re Missing Out On

We Can Accredit You

We know you’ve heard about the BS EN16005 about 100 times. But whilst you’re not a member of the ADIA, taking this course and completing this exam, we’re aware that you don’t know enough about it.

The ADIA’s BS EN16005 exam, accredited by City & Guilds, provides ample online training including mock tests and quizzes, a face to face day of learning (unless completing the all online version) and a digital exam.

Once you or your engineers have passed the exam your company and accredited engineers will be listed on the DoorSafe website, issued a certificate and technician’s card with an ADIA number as well as City & Guilds number. The card includes also the company logo.

You can see why the BS EN16005 being accredited by City & Guilds is so important here.

Want your BS EN16005? Join now.

Promotional & Future Business Opportunities 

Yes, we have an online Directory. Yes, we have a printed directory. But who sees it?

Well, we send letters, directories and flyers to over 3500 companies that need automatic doors. Most importantly we promote those who have done the above… Sat the BS EN16005.

We tell those thousands of people on our database that they should be using DoorSafe engineers on their automatic doors. We even have a link to everyone’s DoorSafe profile on the ADIA Directory, just so businesses know.

Not only that but we recently had businesses personally contact us asking for who they should use. We sent them our database and they are meeting with two of our members this week.

The Little Guys Count Too

We don’t just focus on big businesses. We cater and care about the needs of small businesses to massive companies with over 1000 engineers. That is why our price for membership stays at its current rate because as your business does grow, we don’t want you to have to pay more for it. Everyone is equal.

Not only do we keep our subscription rates the same (even as benefits grow), we also let everyone’s voice be heard. The ADIA are not run by  committee. We are run by the membership. This is why we are continually inviting our members to meetings and events so that they always have the opportunity to have their say.

We Can Save You Money

Need to hire a van or car? We have a Budget discount code.

Want a credit check done? We can do it at a discounted rate with Equifax.

In need of business insurance? Square Mile have it covered.

We have a tonne of discounts that you can use to help your business save money. Oh and not only that, we have discounts for every day things too, like Merlin passes and Vision Express. Can’t see a benefit you want? We’ll get it for you. That’s how our membership works. So, what are you waiting for?

We Make Lives Easier

We have found all of these wonderful benefits and discounts for our members, surely there cannot be more on offer? Of course there is!

The ADIA have created a template marketing letter so members can contact potential clients instantly. We can design a new website for you so business owners will be impressed. We’ve got anonline servicing form so members can service doors with no more paper work. Need a spare part, door signs and more? We have an online shop where we can get the best rate for

It is our mission to make your business grow and life easier. We at the ADIA care about the public’s safety and what our members get for their money. Being a member is not just about getting work, saving costs and time. It’s also about being part of something bigger. Being update on what’s going on in the automatic door world and being able to voice your views and opinions. If you want to be a part of that family, join us 

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Posted by on February 27, 2016

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10 Marketing Tips For ADIA Members

Being a member of the ADIA means we want you to be getting business because of how we promote you. But sometimes you need to do a little bit of a boost to increase your chances of landing that contact:

HERE’S HOW:

  • Get the contacts – Create a database of contacts that you want to get work from. Try and find first names too!
  • Send a letter to your database of potential clients (see Members Area for template)
  • Use the ADIA and DoorSafe logo (if you have passed!) on your email signatures and website with a link to your company profile. You can download these from the Members Area.
  • Make yourself stand out – write a short but detailed description for your Directory entry on the website and printed copy (50 words)
  • Have an appealing website and logo – you can get a discount for website and logo design (log into the ADIA Members Area for more information). DIY logos and sites aren’t selling your services to anyone!
  • Be social – Get on social media platforms such as Twitter and LinkedIn and document your work in photographs and articles, any special offers etc. but be professional!
  • Stick it to ‘em – Remember to put your ADIA van stickers on your vehicles. You can order some more from the ADIA shop.
  • Get professional business cards made from Newton Press (members get a discount!) 
  • Advertise – If you’re a supplier looking to sell products to ADIA Installer members, why not advertise for free on the quarterly email newsletter? You can even book an advertising space for a small fee in the Directory (2016/2017 coming later this year).
  • Attend events, conferences and exhibitions – Even if you don’t necessarily meet your potential clients you will make contacts and this is key to growing any business.

Remember, the ADIA are always finding ways to contact various sectors to ensure they are made aware of our members, especially ones who have passed the BS EN16005, accredited by City & Guilds! 

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Posted by on February 15, 2016

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How to use your ADIA Benefits

We at the ADIA ensure that all of our benefits will be of use to our members. However, sometimes they can be easily forgotten. Here’s a little reminder of some of what’s on offer and how you can be using them.

PUBLICITY

Free listing on our online Directory and in our printed Directory

We send out the ADIA Directory to over 3000 companies that could hire your company. With your company logo and description of services, you can make your business stand out from the others. Be sure to have a professional and well-written description to ensure your potential clients choose you to do business with.

Use of the ADIA logo

 Many businesses across the UK are now becoming more and more familiar with the ADIA and the training opportunities we provide our members. Displaying the ADIA logo on your vans, website and email signatures will show potential clients that you are part of something that is ever-growing and developing to ensure the best service.

Email us today for the logo, or log into the ADIA Member’s Area

Free invitations to meetings and events 

We know our members are busy but we believe that attending events such as our AGM and networking events could open up more doors (pardon the pun) to more business ventures for your company.

KEEPING YOU UPDATED

Quarterly newsletters

 To ensure our newsletters contain content that is useful to our members, we are now sending them via email on a quarterly basis. This way members can be linked to various websites, are able to download forms online and save the newsletter to their mobile phone or tablet. Be sure we have the email address you wish to have this sent to!

Blog posts

If you’re one for ignoring emails (don’t do that!) we post important member information on our website, such as meeting details and event information. Of course, we do limit what we put on our public site to ensure our members are updated first.

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS

ADIA Health and Safety Test

The ADIA has created an online ADIA Health and Safety course that engineers will need to complete before sitting the BS EN16005 course.

If an engineer has done their BS EN16005 and needs to update their card they must have completed this H&S test before a new card can be issued.

 BS EN16005 course and exam accredited by City & Guilds

The ADIA are the only providers of the BS EN16005 which is accredited by City and Guilds. You can see why accreditation is important here.

Installer members get one free engineer to sit any course they like per year, so be sure to book the free place for one of your engineers today!

Also, we’ve been informing surveyors, architects and UK councils and more about the BS EN16005.

  • The course includes a copy of the BS EN16005 document.
  • All automatic door engineers who complete the Health & Safety Test will receive an ADIA CSCS technician’s card and certificate with City & Guilds number.
  • Accredited engineers will be promoted with their companies on the DoorSafe Register

Courses

As well as our BS EN16005, we have created other awareness courses, both practical online including:

Once your engineers have passed these fantastic courses you can promote their certifications thus attracting the attention of new clients. 

We have updated our courses page to contain some more information on what you will achieve with each course and a break down of our what types of courses we have on offer (All Courses, BS EN16005 Courses, Practical Courses and Online Courses). Click here to explore the new pages and familiarise yourself with the new layout.

Find out which course is for you!

It doesn’t stop with these four courses. In 2018 we introduced Diplomas which you will receive on completion of selected courses (including the above).

The Diplomas are as follows. Click on the links below and to view the details of the Diplomas.

MONEY SAVING

Simply by logging into the ADIA Member’s Area you can save money on many useful business tools.

  • Free consultation and discounted legal advice with Sydney Mitchell Solicitors
  • Cheaper AA Breakdown Cover
  • Cheaper fuel with the Fuelcard Company
  • 70% tool and skip hire with Nationwide Services
  • Discounted van and car hire with Budget
  • Discounted insurance with Square Mile Broking
  • Discounted web design, SEO and social media services with Amplified Web
  • 30% off BSI publications
  • Discounted eye care with Vision Express
  • Cheaper office supplies with Quills
  • Discounted health insurance with Westfield Health
  • 10% off printing and design with Newton Press

If you need your log in details, feel free to email us, info@theadia.co.uk and we will be happy to help!

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Posted by on January 19, 2016

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Utilising Your ADIA Benefits

When you’re a member of the ADIA you want to make the most of your subscription. We’ve shown you the benefits but how can you utilise them?

 

BARBOUR ABI

Want to find out where new businesses will be popping up? Whether the newest Tesco requires automatic doors? Barbour ABI helps you with business leads. Create an account with Barbour ABI and they will assist you in getting the best business leads for your company.

 

BREAKDOWN COVER WITH AA

Every little helps so we’ve managed to get ADIA members money off when they get breakdown cover with AA. Keep your vans on the road and decrease those expensive breakdown costs.

 

BS EN16005 CITY & GUILDS

Having one engineer on the BS EN16005 can be a lot of pressure. Companies are becoming more and more aware of the importance of safety so are looking for more BS EN16005 accredited engineers. Have all of your engineers trained whether it is via the all-online course and exam or our visual course and exam. You should even get your office staff trained on the BS EN16005 for office staff.

 

FREE INVITATIONS TO ADIA EVENTS

A perfect opportunity to get updates on the industry, ask questions and meet others who work in the business. See the benefits to networking events in one of our previous posts.

 

FREE ONLINE DIRECTORY

Make your description stand out but don’t have it go on for too long. Descriptions should show what you can do for a company and what makes your business stand out from the others.

 

EQUIFAX CREDIT CHECKS

Don’t lose out because you haven’t been paid. Credit checks are just £4.50 and can save you from losing thousands. Just email creditreport@theadia.co.uk with the company name, address, postcode and the company number. Also add your name, your company and telephone number. An invoice will be sent along with your credit report.

 

FUELCARDS

Your engineers are on the road ALOT. So why not sign up for a fuel card and get cheaper fuel.

 

NVQ

The ADIA have put together an NVQ to help members to get on site. It’s becoming more and more important to have a CSCS card for clients so why risk not getting on site? See this post to see the benefits of the NVQ and how to sign up!

 

WEBSITE DESIGN

We know many companies don’t update their website due to time constraints and budget but a website is one of the most important aspects of your businesses image. That is why we have teamed up with Amplified Web to provide you a perfect website package. Simply provide the content and we can create you a brand new site! You can see more about the importance of websites here.

 

There’s so much more on offer with the ADIA. You can view all the benefits in the member’s area.

Remember, we can save you money and we have saved you time by finding out the information for you. Simply follow the instructions when logging into the member’s area and you can really make the most of your membership. If you have any questions about what is on offer please contact info@theadia.co.uk and we will be able to assist.

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Posted by on September 3, 2015

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10 Reasons Why You Should Join the ADIA

Should you ever need to remind yourself of what the ADIA has to offer and why you should be a member, we have come up with just SOME of the reasons.

1. This is an association that supports, listens and promotes our members. A committee does not run the ADIA. This means we ask the opinions of members and put their decisions into action.

 

2. There are a range of benefits and discounted services to save our members time and money. This lowers costs and work hours finding the best deals and offers for your company as we have already done it for you.

 

3. The ADIA are the only door association with the BS EN16005 & BS7036-0: 2014 accredited by City & Guilds. We have and are continuing to promote to the head offices and legal departments of retailers, restaurants, bars, NHS authorities and architects.

 

4.  We hold formal and informal meetings on a regular basis allowing us to get to know our members. This gives you the opportunity to discuss what your needs are and what you want from an association. This is also a chance for members to meet other companies who could potentially help their business in the future.

 

5. We offer technical support services so whenever assistance is required on site, there will be someone there to help you.

 

6. We promote our members and their accredited engineers to specifiers and retailers to ensure they are using only those who have passed the BS EN16005 accredited by City & Guilds via our DoorSafe register.

 

7. The ADIA are continuously finding more benefits and ways of promoting our members. For example, 2015 will see a membership directory be sent to a wide range of industries with company details getting members more work. In addition to this we will be offering members assistance in setting up social networking and assistance with any marketing plans.

 

8. Keeping members updated is important to us. That is why we cover as many bases as possible by sending regular emails, monthly newsletters and using our social networking.

 

9. Engineers being educated in all aspects of the industry is crucial. We offer discounted online health and safety courses through Safety4Doors, a NVQ course and we are even putting together a “back to basics” fault finding course.

 

10. Delivering excellent customer service is paramount within the association. Therefore we will ensure your query is responded to as quickly and efficiently as possible. Our personal approach will ensure your satisfaction.

Join today or request more information by emailing laura@theadia.co.uk.

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Posted by on January 9, 2015

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