Join the UK’s Leading Solids Handling & Processing Association
Becoming a member of SHAPA – The Solids Handling & Processing Association, connects your organisation with a respected network of industry specialists and opens the door to tangible business benefits.
SHAPA members gain international exposure, enhanced digital visibility and regular networking opportunities, alongside access to industry-focused seminars, technical resource, and a business support helpline.
Whether you’re a core supplier or an allied organisation, membership puts the full resources of the UK’s premier solids handling association to work for your growth and success.
Networking
We hold three General Meetings per year. Members have the opportunity to present at the meetings and we always invite guest speakers on topical subjects – often that have been suggested/requested by members.
AGM /Awards
The annual Solids Handling Industry Awards are held alongside the Annual General Meeting. With categories including innovation, sustainability and export, members are able to enter and showcase their products and services.
Committees / Knowledge
Our committees meet three – four times per year and it’s a chance for members to share knowledge and collectively address common goals, share experience and network with other like-minded industry professionals.
Training
SHAPA offers subsided training and workshops. Previously these have included Finance, CE Marking, ATEX & DSEAR, Marketing, Sales and more.
Industry Partnerships
SHAPA is an EAMA member along with many other trade associations such as the Agricultural Engineers Association, British Plastics Federation, GAMBICA, MTA, GTMA, BTMA, PICON and British Compressed Air Society. EAMA is our route into government policy discussions and are a voice for industry.
SHAPA works closely with MHEA and we reciprocate membership to each association. As Associate Members we are able to offer a preferential booking rate to its annual BulkEx conference.
SHAPA Membership Options
Full Membership
For core industry suppliers and operators with comprehensive benefits including voting rights, industry influence and full access to SHAPA activities.
Associate Membership
For allied organisations such as consultancies, distributors and media professionals who want access to SHAPA’s network and resources without voting rights.
All SHAPA members have the full resources of the association on hand. Please click for a list of existing members
If you are a quality supplier of equipment in the materials handling or associated markets, we invite you to contact us to find out how SHAPA can help your business succeed.