Imitation parts causing real problems in industry

According to the British Compressed Air Society (BCAS), imitation compressed air system parts have become a serious problem in recent years. And it doesn’t just hurt legitimate companies; it hurts the individual buying the parts, as well.

Imitation parts are those manufactured, packaged and represented in a way to mislead you. Imitators often duplicate a trademark exactly, or alter it just enough that the average customer won’t notice the difference. The people who make and sell these fakes want you to think you’re getting a part produced by a reputable company. Also, most fake parts distributors use trademarks without obtaining the owner’s permission. This is a criminal offence.

BCAS says that while imitation parts may be cheaper, they could cost you a lot more in the long run. Imitation parts typically don’t last as long as genuine parts, making it necessary to replace them more frequently. Also, these parts typically aren’t built to your compressed air systems specifications and can lead to other mechanical problems and system breakdowns. In addition some fakes areproduced from substandard materials that don’t hold up or perform like genuine parts.