Why become an AISF member?

Today’s economic climate is placing enormous pressure on businesses, and many are cutting expenditures to reduce expenses.  However we believe that the best way to win in today’s business environment is to unite and stand strong together.

The AISF makes a positive commitment to the long term sustainability of the Surface Finishing industry, we will strive to minimise the impact of the current situation on our members and provide full support during these uncertain times.

Our strong focus on issues that really matter to our members and continuous improvement. The Institute not only provides the technical sessions, training and networking opportunities, for which members come back year after year, but will also provide resources giving information that’s needed to survive in this economy.

We have also developed a number of partnerships with preferred suppliers of services that are required by our members. These services consist of Insurance, Industrial Relations advice, Office and Stationary supplies and Quality Control testing and requirements. Discounts are available exclusively to AISF members for each of these services which should place all our valued members in a better economical position.

With our preferred supplier agreements, the savings you could potentially make, could pay for your AISF membership and much more.

These are just a couple of the many reasons to be a part of the AISF – ‘It makes good business sense’

An AISF membership serves as a fantastic opportunity to be part of a leading Industry Association and provides an enviable platform to be recognized as a business amongst your peers Australia wide.

AISF Member Benefits

AISF membership gives you access to information and resources to help you remain competitive and strong in a volatile business climate.

What do you get?

Support

1. National Body representation for various industry related issues
2. Industry experts on hand to assist with technical problems and making business decisions
3. Discounts on goods and services through the AISF preferred supplier agreements (insurance & office products)
4. AISF’s commitment to long term sustainability and improvement of the Industry

Training & Knowledge

1. Business growth through trained staff with the AISF’s award winning Apprenticeship Training Programme
2. Government Training Grants & Incentives (Victoria only at this stage)
3. AISF accredited Training Courses on Electroplating and Powder Coating for more competent and productive staff
4. Improved business practices through Branch technical meetings & briefings
5. Plant visits
6. Discounted access to overseas Technical Journals and Reference Books
7. Annual subscription to Surface Finishing Magazine
8. Access to online directory with links and resources related to Surface Finishing

Networking & Marketing

1. Maximise company’s exposure in the market at various industry events
2. Interaction with key leaders and peers in the industry
3. National Conference – increased company visibility & expertise through paper presentations
4. Get involved – Opportunities for volunteer involvement on committees and boards
5. Free Advertising on our online members directory – a valuable marketing tool
6. Editorial opportunities in Surface Finishing magazine

Types of AISF Membership

AISF offers three main types of membership

Individiual Membership
This is suited to a small business operation. This membership entitles you to all member benefits however only one person, in only one state can be the nominee.
Cost $198.00 GST inclusive

State Corporate Membership
This membership is suited to medium to large companies. This membership entitles you to two nominees in your state of choice along with all other member benefits. Only one state can be nominated.
Cost $451.00 including GST

National Corporate Membership
This type of membership is suited to large organisations with branches in more than one state. You are entitled to two nominees per state of business and all other member benefits.
Cost $1210.00 including GST