OCCA Membership
There are currently 3 levels of Membership for Individuals within OCCA
Student
For those in the early stages of learning
Ordinary Membership
Entry level membership.
Retired Membership
Retired members get a reduced rate at their respective level.
Benefits of becoming a member of OCCA SA
What is OCCA and who are its members?
OCCA is a professional industry organisation whose members belong to the Coatings industry, such as:
- Coatings Technologists: Technical Managers, Lab Technicians and anyone else working in manufacturing of coatings such as paints, inks and related. They join OCCA for the educational and networking opportunities, and for discounts at certain industry events.
- Company Owners join OCCA for networking opportunities and to stay abreast with industry trends.
- Buyers and Purchasing Managers join OCCA for information on technical products, and for supplier information. In particular OCCA’s Suppliers List, which lists all the suppliers of raw materials to the South African Coatings industry.
- Supplier Company Owners and Representatives benefit from OCCA’s networking opportunities, where they get to meet customers and potential customers in an informal setting. Suppliers also need to make sure they are listed in OCCA’s Suppliers List and that their contact details remain current. Suppliers often offer their overseas principals to speak at OCCA Webinars and Symposia, which is an excellent way to promote their companies and showcase new products.
Benefits
- Education and Information. OCCA’s main brief is to support ongoing technical education in the Coatings profession. This is done by arranging a programme of technical meetings and webinars as well as Mini Symposia and the bi-annual COATINGS FOR AFRICA event. We also support and promote the online training programmes of SAPMA (South African Manufacturer’s Association), which can be found at www.sapma.org.za. OCCA members also get free access to three journals relevant to the Coatings industry. These journals are packed with industry news and articles on technical topics:
- SURFACE COATINGS INTERNATIONAL (SCI)
- COATINGS SA
- DMG journal linked to Coatings for Africa
- Networking. After our meetings and Symposia, we usually hold a social event where participants enjoy refreshments. These provide Networking opportunities to socialise with other industry professionals, suppliers, customers, colleagues and potential employers.
- Discounts. OCCA members enjoy discounts for attending COATINGS FOR AFRICA and other paid events.
Members Area
OCCA SA members are able to log into the Members Area on both the SA and the UK OCCA websites, i.e. occasa.org.za and occa.org.ukThe Member’s Areas contain useful information and technical resources, such as
- The SURFACE COATINGS INTERNATIONAL (SCI) journal
- Recorded Webinars on technical topics
- Suppliers List of SA suppliers to the Coatings industry
To become a member of OCCA SA, click here download the membership form. Just complete and send it to the membership secretary for your region (details are on the form). We look forward to welcoming you as an OCCA member!
Honorary Membership
OCCA recognises and appreciates individuals’ contributions to the association & industry through its Honorary Member status – a prestigious award for services rendered to the association and its members.
No boundaries exist within OCCA, geographical or otherwise, and OCCA’s membership comprises men & women of all ages, in many countries, from a wide range of disciplines and from a broad spectrum of industry sectors. Members may choose to continue to develop in their original chosen disciplines and places of employment or move from sector to sector, broadening their experience and careers; either way, the professionalism and knowledge base of OCCA members increases steadily and reflects on the strength of the organisation.
Once a member, you can be nominated to advance in Membership level
LTSC Membership
- Licentiate of the Technology of Surface Coatings.
- 3 Years Experience
- Degree or Further Education level
- 2 Associates (ATSC’s) Sponsors
ATSC Membership
Associate of the Technology of Surface Coatings.
7 Years Experience
Degree or Further Education level
1 Associates (ATSC), 1 Fellow (FTSC) Sponsor
FTSC Membership
Fellow of the Technology of Surface Coatings.
Significant contribution to relevant industry, education & OCCA
3 Fellows (FTSC) Sponsors
Honorary Membership
OCCA recognises and appreciates individuals’ contributions to the association & industry through its Honorary Member status – a prestigious award for services rendered to the association and its members.
No boundaries exist within OCCA, geographical or otherwise, and OCCA’s membership comprises men & women of all ages, in many countries, from a wide range of disciplines and from a broad spectrum of industry sectors. Members may choose to continue to develop in their original chosen disciplines and places of employment or move from sector to sector, broadening their experience and careers; either way, the professionalism and knowledge base of OCCA members increases steadily and reflects on the strength of the organisation.