BPC Building Products Ltd is delighted to announce the appointment of Scott McAndrew as Technical Director, joining the company’s Senior Leadership Team.

With over 35 years of experience in timber engineering from trusses, engineered floors, timber frame and engineered connections, he has developed industry-first products and helped solve industry challenges through innovation. His experience also includes structural, fire and acoustic testing of products and he is recognised as one of the UK experts in engineered connectors. 

McAndrew holds an MSc in Timber Engineering from Edinburgh Napier University, further strengthening his technical credentials and expertise in structural design and product development.

McAndrew will lead the newly established BPC Innovation Centre. In his new role, he will be responsible for all product innovation and testing. He will also oversee technical support for BPC’s growing customer base, which includes timber engineering manufacturers, builders’ merchants, and trade professionals nationwide.

He is actively involved in the industry and has served on the board and technical committee of the Trussed Rafter Association, presently sits on British standards committees for timber design and timber testing and is an active member of European standards working groups contributing to technical standards and best practices across the UK timber engineering sector.

“I’m excited to take on this new challenge with BPC,” says McAndrew. “The Innovation Centre provides the perfect environment to push boundaries and deliver products that truly make a difference for our customers and our industry.”

Gareth Simister, Managing Director of BPC Building Products Ltd, commented: “Scott’s technical expertise and proven track record in product innovation make him an outstanding addition to our leadership team. Our vision for the Innovation Centre will strengthen BPC and Vista Group’s position as a trusted UK manufacturer and help us deliver even greater value to our customers.”