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A Message from the CEO

Weld Australia News & Insights

National Manufacturing Week

WorldSkills Australia

New South Wales Division

Victoria Division

South Australia Division

Queensland Division

Western Australia Division

Northern Territory Division

Training & Certification

2019 Training Calendar

Upcoming Events

Weld Australia Contact Information National Office Building 3, Level 3, Suite 5 Pymble Corporate Centre 20 Bridge Street Pymble, NSW 2073 (PO Box 197 Macquarie Park BC NSW 1670) T: +61 (0)2 8748 0100 E: info@weldaustralia.com.au

Qualification & Certification Manager Paolo Corronca T: +61 (0)438 012 099 E: p.corronca@weldaustralia.com.au

Chief Executive Officer Geoff Crittenden T: +61 (0)2 8748 0100 E: g.crittenden@weldaustralia.com.au

Marketing & Communications Manager Donna South T: +61 (0)2 8748 0130 E: d.south@weldaustralia.com.au

Training Manager Paul James T: +61 (0)2 8748 0150 E: p.james@weldaustralia.com.au

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Membership Manager Eva Chun T: +61 (0)2 8748 0135 E: e.chun@weldaustralia.com.au Editorial Content Sally Wood T: +61 (0)434 442 687 E: sally@wordly.com.au

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A Message from the CEO Welding Compliance: An Issue of Public Safety In the wake of several recent accidents, Weld Australia is calling upon the Federal Government to show leadership and amend the necessary regulations to mandate compliance to Australian Standards for all welding and fabrication, or wear the consequential loss of life. On 8 January 2019, a sign over the Tullamarine Freeway in Melbourne fell on a car, narrowly avoiding killing the driver. Preliminary findings indicate that the road sign may have failed due to a missing stiffener plate in the gantry that held the sign. However, investigations into the cause of this accident were still underway at the time of writing. If the collapse of this sign is proved to be due to welding or fabrication failure, road signs across Australia may require expensive remediation. Similarly, the new Opal apartment tower in Sydney had to be evacuated because of structural cracking that occurred on Christmas Eve. The large cracks are believed to have been caused by ‘factors of safety lower than required by standards’. The lack of fatalities to date is pure luck; it simply will not last with the current level of regulation. It is critical that all: • Fabrication completed in Australia is compliant with AS/NZS 1554 Structural steel welding • Welders are qualified to ISO 9606 Qualification testing of welders • Welding and fabrication companies are certified to AS/NZS ISO 3834 Quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials

Meeting with the Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union I’m pleased to report that Weld Australia and the Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) will work together to address growing concerns around welding safety. I recently met with AMWU Victorian State Secretary, Tony Mavromatis. We discussed a range of topics, including Australia’s relaxed welding regulatory and compliance frameworks, which have resulted in a growing lack of adherence to Australian Standards, and a substantial increase in the risk of welding related injury for both workers and members of the public. Together, Weld Australia and AMWU will work towards eliminating loss of life or injury attributable to welding. We will investigate activities such as establishing and maintaining the framework and infrastructure required to identify and analyse welding risk, and formulate related mitigation strategies. Labor’s National Rail Manufacturing Plan Weld Australia welcomes the Labor Party’s plans to establish a National Rail Manufacturing Plan. The Labor Party’s Plan will increase the amount of rail industry manufacturing work awarded to Australian firms, creating Australian jobs. With over $100 billion to be invested in Australian rail projects over the next ten years, the implementation of a National Rail Manufacturing Plan will help maximise the benefits of this huge investment for Australian manufacturing firms, employees, and our economy.

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Geoff Crittenden (Chief Executive Officer, Weld Australia)

New Weld Australia Members Weld Australia would like to welcome the following new members who joined during December and January: Individual Members • David Bleakley • Martin Buden • Anthony Cleeton • Jonathon Coleman • Scott Everingham • Malcolm Giffen • Adrian Hoetzinger • Shareef Khan • Gaurav Mongia • John Moreland • Epeli Narisia • Joel Onda • Anthony Phillips • Robert Richardson • Steve Sullivan Corporate Members • South32 Temco: https://www.south32.net To become a Weld Australia member, all you need to do is: • Visit: weldaustralia.com.au • Phone: 02 8748 0100

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A Message from the CEO The Australian rail manufacturing industry employs over 5,000 people, with another 7,000 people in the supply chain. But the industry has lost over 3,000 jobs in the past decade—many of which were welding and fabricating roles. Short-sighted procurement decisions have seen Australian manufacturing sent offshore, resulting in a shrinking Australian manufacturing workforce. Not surprisingly, a large number of Australian fabrication companies have gone broke and closed their doors, resulting in thousands of welders leaving the trade. We still have some highly qualified and skilled manufacturing and welding professionals in Australia, but without a steady flow of work they will disappear overseas or into other trades. To secure the future of manufacturing in Australia, we need determined action from our Government. By establishing a National Rail Manufacturing Plan, more trains will be built in Australia by local manufacturing firms and workers, and a much greater percentage of Federal funding will go towards creating local jobs and protecting our local rail industry. Advanced Welder Training Centres Weld Australia recently received the $750,000 Federal Government grant to establish an Advanced Welder Training Centre (AWTC) in Caboolture. As such, we will now commence work on setting up this AWTC, which will be a major drawcard for entire South-East Queensland region. Queensland as a whole faces a significant shortage of qualified and certified welders. Without action, the state will be unable to meet future demand for rolling

stock, defence, infrastructure and resources projects. The AWTC will help ensure local welders in Caboolture—and the entire SouthEast Queensland region—are ready to meet industry demand. Caboolture is the perfect location for an AWTC; engineering and manufacturing is already one of the largest contributors to local employment, accounting for 11.3% of the workforce. The industry contributes $1.03 billion to the South-East Queensland economy, with this figure expected to surpass $3.1 billion by 2031. It has been a busy start to 2019, with the Weld Australia team rolling out a comprehensive series of ‘Train the Trainer’ and system training sessions for several of the AWTCs. The AWTCs that have received training include TAFE Queensland SkillsTech in Brisbane; Bendigo TAFE; and the Tasmanian Minerals and Energy Council (TMEC) Centre of Excellence in Burnie, Tasmania.

Welcome to Weld Australia’s Newest Team Members I’d like to welcome three new Weld Australia team members. Michelle Bignold has joined in the role of Corporate Sales Executive, Sallymae Bailey has commenced in the role of Officer Manager, and Eva Chun is Weld Australia’s new Membership Manager. I encourage you to make them all feel welcome. Michelle will work closely with our training and development team to increase course attendance and promote the Weld Australia brand. Eva will be focused on working with our state-based Division Committees to help facilitate and increase the number of local events Weld Australia holds throughout the year. While Sallymae will assist with a wide variety of administrative tasks. For further information about our new team members, please see page 6. Geoff Crittenden CEO, Weld Australia

The training has been highly successful and very well-received by all in attendance.

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Meeting with State Government

Meetings with welding industry stakeholders

People completed Welding Technology Appreciation Training

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Weld Australia News & Insights Save the Date: National Manufacturing Summit Weld Australia is pleased to announce that we will again host the National Manufacturing Summit in 2019. The Summit will be held in Melbourne from 4 to 5 September.

Industry News Discover the latest industry news, views and events, via the newsletters of like-minded industry bodies.

The 2019 National Manufacturing Summit will see a diverse group of industry stakeholders—from business, unions, universities, the financial sector, suppliers, and government—come together to discuss some of the most pressing issues effecting all of Australia’s industrial sectors. If you’d like to register your interest to attend, sponsor or participate in the Summit, do so via the website.

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Weld Australia News & Insights Weld Australia would like to welcome three new team members. Michelle Bignold has joined in the role of Corporate Sales Executive, Sallymae Bailey has commenced in the role of Officer Manager, and Eva Chun is Weld Australia’s new Membership Coordinator. We encourage you to make them all feel welcome. Prior to joining Weld Australia, Michelle has gained over 19 year’s experience in the area of business development. She completed a Bachelor Degree in business majoring in Tourism and Hospitality and has worked across all aspects of the industry, including events, hotels and airlines.

Michelle Bignold (Corporate Sales Executive, Weld Australia).

Sallymae Bailey (Officer Manager, Weld Australia).

Eva Chun (Membership Manager, Weld Australia).

She is an extremely confident person who enjoys challenges and thrives on working under pressure. She was awarded a Directors Choice Award for top overall performer out of 400 sales

representatives and qualified for several international incentive conferences in Queenstown, Los Angeles and Hong Kong. In addition to this, Michelle was named Australia Day Young Citizen of the Year in her local community. Michelle joins the Weld Australia team in the Training and Development area and will focus on increasing the attendance of clients at training days and cross selling membership opportunities. She will also focus on promoting the Weld Australia brand.

Sallymae is a degree qualified senior executive assistant with over 20 years of experience in supporting Board and high level management in fast paced, energetic environments. Prior to joining Weld Australia, Sallymae was an Executive Assistant at an international finance consulting, advisory, modelling and training academy. Her other recent roles have included executive and office administrative support for university student services, four ASX listed resource companies, and over six years in a boutique

financial services company providing consulting services to private equity managers entering the Australian market.

Eva joins Weld Australia with over 25 years of marketing experience across numerous industries, particularly banking and finance. As a result, Eva has in-depth expertise across all facets of marketing, from advertising and customer retention and growth, through to event management and collateral development.

Just some of the services Eva provided included developing and preparing strategic plans, lead generating marketing campaigns, social media management, copywriting and media relations.

Prior to joining Weld Australia, Eva operated her own marketing consultancy firm, focused on helping clients to launch or grow their business.

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Sallymae is also an avid volunteer with Variety – the Children’s Charity. She owns her own ‘Bash’ car—a 1966 HR Holden. This year will be her 19th year participating in the event. Highly organised, thorough, and adept at quick, creative thinking, Sallymae is sure to be a valuable addition to the Weld Australia team.

Eva holds a Bachelor of Economics, and a Diploma in Market Research. As Weld Australia’s Membership Manager, Eva has been tasked with delivering real value to both individual and corporate Weld Australia members.

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National Manufacturing Week Weld Australia to Support National Manufacturing Week 2019 More than a decade has passed since Weld Australia began its long-standing partnership with National Manufacturing Week (NMW), Australia’s largest manufacturing gathering under one roof. Weld Australia will once again support NMW in 2019, which will run from 14 to 17 May at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. After a successful event in 2018, which attracted more than 10,000 attendees, National Manufacturing Week is returning to Melbourne in May with a new brand vision as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. This year’s theme ‘Industrial Evolution’ represents the transformation of Australia’s manufacturing sector into a highly integrated, skills-based, collaborative environment. “The 20th edition marks an important and exciting time in the manufacturing industry. The rise of automation, collaborative robots, internet of things and high-level engineering in this sector is a clear sign the manufacturing industry is evolving,” said Robby Clark, Exhibition Director of National Manufacturing Week. “This year’s event is all about celebrating what Australia’s manufacturing industry has accomplished and driving innovation to help local manufacturers stay ahead of the game.” Over 200 leading solution providers at the forefront of manufacturing will exhibit their latest cutting edge, advanced manufacturing products and an

impressive line-up of industry experts will share exclusive insights into the developments of the manufacturing sector.

here in Australia, and around the world,” said Donna South (Marketing and Communications Manager, Weld Australia).

Some of the speakers include Dr Alan Finkel (Australia’s Chief Scientist), Nico Adams (Director, Factory of the Future, Swinburne University), Dr Sue Keay (Australian Centre for Robotic Vision), David Fox (General Manager, L&A Pressure Welding), Dr Jens Goennemann (Managing Director, Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre), and Geoff Crittenden (CEO, Weld Australia).

“Attendees will have the chance to see and try a range of different welding simulators, which are making welder training and upskilling safer, more costefficient and engaging for new and experienced welders.”

This year, the exhibition floor will be divided into six Product Zones, which include Automation and Robotics, Industrial Internet of Things, Welding Technology, Safety, Manufacturing Solutions and Engineering. With the support of Weld Australia, the Welding Technology Zone will highlight advanced welding processes and provide high-quality interactive experiences that capture the imagination. “Weld Australia will have an Advanced Welder Training Hub on the exhibition floor which will showcase the augmented and virtual reality technology that is revolutionising welder training

Mehdi Tajfar (Welding Consultant, Weld Australia) demonstrates how to use the Soldamatic augmented reality welding simulator at NMW 2018.

Top global and domestic players from the welding industry have confirmed their participation in the Welding Technology Product Zone, including BOC, Lincoln Electric, Supagas, Ensitech, Air Liquide and Kemppi Australia. “Weld Australia has been a huge part in marking a major milestone for National Manufacturing Week. This strategic partnership will continue to play a pivotal role in raising the standards of Australian welding, enabling the industry to grow and remain globally competitive,” said Clark. National Manufacturing Week runs from 14 to 17 May 2019 at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Register for free at http://www. nationalmanufacturingweek. com.au

Crowds lining up at the Weld Australia NMW 2018 exhibition stand to try their hand at the Soldamtic simulator.

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WorldSkills Global Skills Challenge WorldSkills Australia Global Skills Challenge is a four-day training exercise for young people from over 15 nations to showcase their skills and will be held from 8 April in Melbourne. The 2019 Global Skills Challenge is a simulated international competition where representatives will compete as part of their training across over 20 skills in the lead-up to the 45th WorldSkills International to be held in Kazan, Russia in August. This year, there will be six welding competitors from New Zealand, Canada, India, Japan and Russia. All of these competitors will be judged by WorldSkills Australia’s very own Chief Judge, Mark Williams. Williams competed at the WorldSkills International Competition in 2009 Calgary, Canada. He won a medallion of excellence while representing Australia on the world stage. WorldSkills Australia is proud to have past competitors still involved in upcoming events, taking on roles such as judging and training. This long-term involvement and commitment to the WorldSkills programs helps ensure that the level of excellence within welding is maintained nationally and internationally. This, in turn, helps to address the current skills shortage in Australia. Past WorldSkills competitors, such as Mark Williams, are true ambassadors for the industry.

A welding competitor at the 2018 WorldSkills Australia competition.

About WorldSkills Australia WorldSkills Australia is a social enterprise that passionately believes skills drive the future of young people, and of Australia.

and skills training in Australia, fostering international cooperation and development, and running skills competitions and leadership programs.

WorldSkills is part of an international WorldSkills movement and has been enabling young people to showcase their trade and skills talents since 1981.

WorldSkills Australia championships operate on a twoyear cycle. Competitions begin at a grass roots level in one of 34 Australian regions.

Their skills-based competitions operate at regional, national and international levels, and are aligned to National Training Packages, Apprenticeships Australia and Jobs Australia schemes. Their National Championship is Australia’s biggest vocational education and excellence competition.

Successful competitors have the opportunity to progress to a number of career-boosting pathways. In addition to potentially competing for Gold, Silver and Bronze medals in their chosen skill nationally, and even internationally as members of the Skillaroos – the WorldSkills Australia International Team – there are leadership programs and scholarships to enable young people to become the very best versions of themselves.

WorldSkills Australia promotes and builds a skills culture, celebrates excellence and showcases vocational education and training. They achieve this by engaging in research, promoting skills, building careers, focusing on education

Competitors at the 2018 WorldSkills Australia competition.

For more information, visit: https://www.worldskills.org.au

A welding competitor at the 2018 WorldSkills Australia competition.

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New South Wales Division News TAFE Wollongong’s innovative trade readiness course is proving popular with Illawarra companies and new apprentices alike. The eight-week course, which has been running for about a decade, had its latest intake on 7 January 2019. An innovative trade readiness course is leading the way in creating a new breed of ‘techsavvy’ tradies. The course, which is run by TAFE NSW in Wollongong, gives new fitting and machining, electrical and engineering apprentices and cadets a primer in everything from machine operating to money management. Peter Buttenshaw is TAFE NSW Head of Skills Team, and he reckons that the increasing automation of many trades has triggered a seismic shift in the way apprentices learn. The eight-week course, which has been running for about a decade, had its latest intake on 7 January 2019, with apprentices from a range of leading companies, including BlueScope Steel, Snowy Hydro and mining companies South32, Peabody and Simek. The content is tailored specifically for heavy industry and has a strong focus on work, health and safety, ensuring graduates can integrate

more seamlessly into a new workplace. It also covers machine operating, hydraulics, money management, WHS policies and procedures, safe driving, welding fabrication and electrical. “The growing popularity shows there’s confidence in the market locally in the manufacturing and resources sectors, and a real need to ensure skills are keeping pace with technology,” says Peter Buttenshaw. “Years ago, a tradie could have a Certificate III and the rest would be on-the-job learning but now, due to technology in the workplace, employers want tradies who have a more diverse skillset, not just manual machinery skills. “You look at mining; robotics and automation are a huge part of that and in the steel sector, a lot of product lines are run by robots. Part of the skillset of the modern tradie is to fault-find and diagnose any problems with automation.”

The course is proving popular with employers, such as BlueScope Steel’s Maintenance Improvement Manager Peter O’Brien, who says: “Safety is our number one priority at BlueScope - it’s fundamental to the way we approach our business and apprenticeships. “TAFE NSW has taken this on board, ensuring the apprentices we host get off on the right foot, with an emphasis on safety at all times. We’ve developed a strong relationship with TAFE NSW and as a result they have a good understanding of our requirements. The apprentices understand the importance of working safely when they come on site.” “It also means we’re not putting extra pressure on our own tradespeople to get the apprentices up to that level, they’ve already got some skills and knowledge behind them when they start.” This article originally appeared in Industry Update.

New South Wales Division Contact Paolo Corronca Qualification & Certification Manager 0438 012 099 p.corronca@weldaustralia.com.au

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Victoria Division News Weld Australia recently toured Hofmann Engineering’s facilities in north Bendigo. Encompassing 20,000m2 of factory space and equipped with leading-edge, heavy fabrication robotic welding and high-speed machining cells, it is little wonder that Hofmann Engineering is currently undertaking some of Victoria’s largest manufacturing contracts. Since 1969, Hofmann Engineering has provided specialist engineering services to leaders in the mining, rail, oil and gas, aerospace, defence, wind energy, and sugar industries. Hofmann Engineering specialises in gear manufacturing, precision and heavy machining, heat treatment, engineering and mining equipment, specialist transmission design, manufacture and repairs, research and development, specialist tools and equipment, portable machine tools, replacement parts, onsite machining, defence projects, design and consulting services, fabrication and welding, and field services.

facility, which is now successfully up and running. The IGM welding robot will automatically weld bogie frames for the Victorian High Capacity Metro Train (HCMT) and Yarra Tram projects.

Victoria Division: 2019 Events Calendar The Victoria Division is working on an exciting program of member events in 2019. Just some of these events including a trivia night, Q&A sessions, technical presentations and case study evenings, and site visits. The dates and locations for these events will be confirmed shortly. So be sure to keep an eye on the events section of our website, as well as future editions of Weld Connect.

Hofmann Engineering was awarded the contract to build 900 bogie frames for the $2.3 billion HCMT project in mid-2018. The contract will run until the last train is delivered in 2023. The project will see Hofmann Engineering work with organisations such as CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles, one of the world’s leading rolling stock manufacturers who form part of the Evolution Rail consortium that Hofmann Engineering employs will design and build Victoria’s new over 550 people across six trains. For more information about manufacturing facilities in Australia, Hofmann Engineering, visit: Canada, Chile and Peru with offices www.hofmannengineering.com. also in China and India. In 2010, Hofmann Engineering acquired 5 hectares of land and workshops from Thales Australia in north Bendigo. The facility encompasses 20,000m2 of factory space with crane lift capacities up to 100 tonnes and 17.25m under the crane hook. The facility is equipped with leading-edge, heavy fabrication robotic welding cells, high-volume heat treatment furnaces, surface treatment capabilities, and a combination of traditional machining and modern CNC-controlled, high-speed machining cells.

If you would like to be involved in any of the Victoria Division’s 2019 events, from a hosting site tour, through to giving a technical presentation, email membership@ weldaustralia.com.au

L to R: Hofmann Engineering staff David Hubbert (General Manager, Bendigo), Peter Massey (Boilermaker), Erich J Hofmann (Managing Director), Devin Schenck (Boilermaker) and Theo Lemonidis (General Manager, Victoria).

Recently, Hofmann Engineering installed a state-of-the-art robotic fabrication line in its Bendigo Victoria Division Contact Melissa Odendaal Welding Engineer 0418 922 369 m.odendaal@weldaustralia.com.au

L to R: Victor Blain (Senior Welding Engineer, Weld Australia) and Geoff Crittenden (CEO, Weld Australia) visit Hofmann Engineering in Bendigo.

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L to R: Erich J Hofmann (Managing Director, Hofmann Engineering) and Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews.

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South Australia Division News Naval Shipbuilding College ‘know how’ has played a key role in creating a simple training kit which is now being rolled out by TAFE colleges around Australia to upskill students in welding techniques. In October last year the Naval Shipbuilding College provided its first, industry-backed endorsement of a welding course in Australia through TAFE SA. The College worked with TAFE SA and specialists from Huntington Ingalls Industries, the United States’ largest shipbuilder, to deliver a training kit which would provide students with the experience to develop expertise in welding within a confined space - an essential skill within the naval shipbuilding industry. The College’s Mark Scott said obtaining this skill would benefit both students and potential employers. “It was through our collaboration with our stakeholders that the College identified the needs for students seeking a career within the Naval Shipbuilding Enterprise to be trained in the specific area of welding in a confined space,’’ Scott said. “Working together we came up with a solution that would ensure the welding components of the Certificate III in Engineering -

Fabrication Trade, would meet the future requirements of potential naval shipbuilding employers.’’ The training kit will give potential employers the confidence that students undertaking the course will possess the skills and training needed to be job ready. While the original kit was constructed in Adelaide, Technical Assistance Packages containing the specifications and instruction for its construction, have been distributed throughout Australia. The packages include Computer Aided Design (CAD) drawings, measurements and specifications to build the training aid as well as welding procedures and reporting forms. “We’ll be sharing this innovation with other education and training providers throughout the country, which will help to boost our national sovereign naval shipbuilding capability,’’ Scott said.

About the Naval Shipbuilding College The Naval Shipbuilding College was officially opened in November 2018. Established by the Australian Government, the College will support the development of the highly skilled workforce required to deliver the $90 billion Naval Shipbuilding Plan. Located at Osborne in South Australia, the College is being managed on behalf of the Australian Government by the Naval Shipbuilding Institute Australia – a joint venture between Kellogg Brown and Root and Huntington Ingalls Industries, the largest shipbuilding company in the US. The College facilitates collaboration between industry and the education and training sector to develop endorsed programs. These programs will help deliver a skilled and capable workforce to meet the future needs of naval shipbuilding industry, delivered through existing Higher Education and Vocational providers. The College is focused on making naval shipbuilding a career of choice for the Australian workforce. It will provide a broad range of people with an opportunity to develop meaningful and exciting careers. For more information visit www. navalshipbuildingcollege.com.au

South Australia Division Contact Paolo Corronca Qualification & Certification Manager 0438 012 099 p.corronca@weldaustralia.com.au

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Queensland Division News Welding Codes and Standards: What and Why? Abhishek Trivedi (Technology Manager, Weld Australia) recently presented at the Engineers Australia Structural College Queensland in Brisbane. Abhishek covered Australian Standards Requirements for Welding. Welding is a critical joining component for virtually all structures and requires both correct design and execution, to achieve the necessary level of structural reliability. Abhishek’s presentation was aimed at providing the basic knowledge requirements that every structural engineer should possess to be able to design, prescribe and then monitor the execution requirements for welding.

catastrophic weld failures. These examples included the World War II Liberty Ships, where the hulls of 12 of these ships broke in half virtually instantaneously due to major design flaws that saw the material become brittle in water. Abhishek also cited the failure of the I-35W Bridge in Minneapolis in 2007, which was caused due to overload, and the sinking of Petrobras P-36 in 2001—the world’s largest offshore oil production platform. The presentation then looked at questions such as: • How to verify a change in properties after welding? • Can there be defects after welding? If there is a defect, will that satisfy design of having a uniform thickness

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throughout the cross-section? Can welds be checked for the defects after welding? Can defects be minimised to be acceptable? How?

Abhishek also provided information about several Standards, including AS 4100 Steel Structures, AS/NZS 5131 Structural Steelwork - Fabrication and Erection, AS/NZS ISO 3834 Quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials. The presentation emphasised how important it is to get welding right the first time. After all, any repair affects the integrity of a structure. The 1:10:100 principle is very applicable to welding: • $1 to fix in design • $10 to fix it in the workshop • $100 to fix it after installation

Welding involves more science and variables than any other industrial process. In fact, welding is considered a special process by ISO 9000. This means that quality cannot be inspected into a product—it has to be built in from the very beginning. Quality control is therefore required throughout all phases of welding, including during the design phase, material selection, manufacture, erection and installation and inspection. If codes and Australian Standards are not followed, compliance with statutory requirements is compromised which can result in catastrophic failure and add to the overall cost of the project.

Abhishek Trivedi (Technology Manager, Weld Australia) presents at the Engineers Australia Structural College Queensland in Brisbane.

During his presentation, Abhishek provided several examples of

Queensland Division Contact Abhishek Trivedi Senior Welding Engineer 0409 670 433 a.trivedi@weldaustralia.com.au

Abhishek Trivedi (Technology Manager, Weld Australia) presents at the Engineers Australia Structural College Queensland in Brisbane.

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Western Australia Division News McGowan Government Launches Future Battery Industry Strategy Western Australia Premier Mark McGowan and Mines and Petroleum Minister Bill Johnston recently launched the Western Australian Future Battery Industry Strategy. The objective of the Strategy is to grow the state into a world-leading exporter of future battery minerals, materials, technologies and expertise. According to McGowan, ““The unprecedented growth of the future battery industry represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Western Australia. Our Future Battery Industry Strategy will drive the development of the Western Australian battery materials industry that will create local jobs, contribute to skills development and economic diversification, and maximise benefits to regional communities.” “This is an exciting opportunity for Western Australia to be recognised as a world-leading producer and exporter of future battery materials, technologies and expertise, with huge potential for industry growth and job creation across the battery value chain.” Increased demand for electric vehicles and energy storage systems has created a unique opportunity for Western Australia to become a central player in the global battery value chain. The McGowan Government’s Future Battery Industry Ministerial Taskforce has engaged closely with government, industry, research organisations and the community

to deliver this strategy that aims to unlock the State’s potential in this growing sector. One of the first initiatives of the strategy the McGowan Government will implement is the development and implementation of an investment attraction strategy - to further develop and strengthen relationships with investors and manufacturers in global battery and electric vehicle supply chains. The McGowan Government will continue to facilitate the establishment of new future battery projects in WA - assisting and supporting projects through the approvals process. The next steps for the Government include filling current and future skill gaps, and facilitating access to infrastructure and funding for technology SMEs. Other measures include exploring initiatives to increase the uptake of batteries across the State and globally. These include opportunities through assembly, installation and management of energy storage systems. Additionally, the McGowan Government will commit $6 million if it is successful in its bid to host the Future Battery Industries Cooperative Research Centre. Western Australia is the world’s largest producer of lithium and a leading producer of other battery metals including nickel, cobalt and rare earths. For a copy of the Strategy, visit https://www.jtsi.wa.gov.au/fbis

Australasian Oil and Gas Exhibition and Conference The annual Australasian Oil and Gas Exhibition and Conference is the premier event for the Australian oil and gas industry featuring over 250 exhibiting brands and over 8,000 global visitors. This year, there will also be six specialised industry zones showcasing the latest in Instrumentation Control and Automation, Asset Integrity, Subsea, Health, Safety and Environment, and Drilling and Completion. The Exhibition and Conference will be held at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre from 13 to 15 March 2019. For more information, visit: https://aogexpo.com.au

Western Australia Division Contact Mehdi Tajfar Welding Engineer 0417 044 370 m.tajfar@weldaustralia.com.au

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Northern Territory Division News This month, the Northern Territory Division brings you news about some exciting developments across the state. With the State Government launching major new projects and funding programs, it is a busy time in the Territory. Mineral Lease Granted for New Lithium Mine The Northern Territory Government has granted a mineral lease for a new lithium mine that has the capacity to create up to 150 jobs during construction and 90 during operation.

Massive Boost for Northern Territory Renewables The Northern Territory is set to be powered by 10% renewable energy before the end of the year, thanks to a new, $43 million solar project announced recently by the Territory Government.

Located approximately 36km from Berry Springs and 90km from Darwin by road, the project is being developed by Lithium Developments, of Core Lithium.

Australian renewables developer Tetris Energy will soon advance to construction on two 10MW solar farms at Batchelor and Manton Dam, which will generate enough energy to power 5,000 homes when completed in the second half of 2019.

Lithium is a vital ingredient in lithium-ion battery technology, used in electric vehicles and energy storage, and the present boom in demand for the resource is expected to continue. No chemicals are required to turn lithium ore into concentrate, which will be processed at the site, and then shipped by road to Darwin Port for export.

The project, in combination with the previously announced 25MW Katherine Solar Farm, will catapult the share of renewable energy use in the NT’s major centres from the current 3% to 10%. The Territory Labor Government has set a target of 50% renewable energy by 2030.

According to Acting Minister for Primary Industry and Resources, Dale Wakefield, “Creating jobs is the number one priority of this Government and this is an important milestone for this project.”

According to Chief Minister, Michael Gunner, “We are delivering our election promise of 50% renewables by 2030 and that will create local jobs, and cheaper, cleaner, more reliable power, which benefits all Territorians.”

$93 million to Support Territory Apprentices and Trainees The Territory Government is investing $93 million in Vocational Education and Training (VET) this financial year to skill the NT workforce and support the creation of long-term jobs for Territorians. Apprenticeships and traineeships are a major focus of the Skilling the Territory Annual Investment Plan, the inaugural investment blueprint for the Territory’s VET sector. The new plan increases funding for the sector to help Territorians gain the practical skills they need to lay the foundations for a solid career. The plan complements the recently signed bilateral agreement between the Territory Labor Government and the Federal Government, which will support an extra 2,000 apprentices and trainees in the Northern Territory over the next four years, in addition to the current 3400. Click here to download a copy of the Skilling the Territory Annual Investment Plan.

“If it successfully goes through the rest of the approvals process, this mine could not only provide direct jobs for Territorians on site, but also flow-on effects for Territory businesses through contracts and tenders.” Northern Territory Division Contact Abhishek Trivedi Senior Welding Engineer 0409 670 433 a.trivedi@weldaustralia.com.au

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Training & Certification News Training in 2019: The Year Ahead By Paul James (Training Manager, Weld Australia) To kick-start 2019, I thought I would update Weld Australia members on some of the training-related projects, initiatives and strategies that we are set to undertake or complete this year. International Welding Specialist (IWS) Blended Learning Weld Australia will continue the development of the International Welding Specialist (IWS) Blended Learning Course in 2019. This project involves the application of distance learning to the course content, which will reduce the face-to-face component of the course to approximately two weeks. Students will still need to complete the remainder of the study, but at a more self-paced rate. The self-study will include assignments and exams. Face-to-Face Welding Supervisor Workshop Due to growing demand, Weld Australia is investigating the delivery of a face-to-face Welding Supervisor workshop (AS 2214 and AS 1796 Cert 10). This will be a two-part workshop, designed to prepare attendees for the Welding Supervisor exams. The first part of the workshop will cover the theory requirement for Welding Supervision. The second part of the workshop will cover topics such as Standards, welding procedures, welding qualifications, quality control, and so on. Both parts are optional, stand-alone workshops, with attendees able to enroll in either or both, depending on their needs. It should be noted that these are not courses, but information sessions covering the learning requirements for Welding Supervisor.

some forms of training and award the equivalent International Institute of Welding (IIW) qualification. The RPL process will require that the person to sit the IIW examinations to obtain the relevant qualification (but not undergo training for a second time). We will initially look at implementing the RPL process for Welding Inspection courses. Advanced Welder Training Centres In 2019, Weld Australia will work towards establishing even more Advanced Welder Training Centres (AWTCs) nation-wide. In 2018, Weld Australia helped establish five AWTCs across Australia. The AWTCs are purpose-fit facilities featuring the latest welding equipment, integrating augmented and virtual reality technology to upskill existing technicians and train future welding professionals in Australia and internationally. The training delivered at the AWTCs will quickly qualify welders to the standard required by ISO 9606-1 Qualification testing of welders â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fusion welding. Changes to IWS Examinations The International Welding Specialist (IWS) examinations are traditionally held on a date after the completion of the course. The four examinations are generally grouped together and it could be sometime since the beginning of a course that the participant actually attends the examinations. To reduce the burden of exams for IWS participants, we intend to do what we currently do for the IWE/T,

which is conduct the examination at the beginning of the following week of instruction i.e. once you finish the first module, your examination for that module will be at the beginning of the second module. Only the last examination will then need to be organised in conjunction with Welding Supervisor examinations if required. Payment Plans As you may be aware, some courses (especially the IIW courses) can be a considerable cost to the applicant. We currently offer a number of payment options, including credit card, Electronic Funds Transfer and Purchase Orders. In addition, for the Welding Coordination courses (such as IWS, IWT and IWE), we offer payment plans. These plans allows the applicant to pay by module, throughout the duration of the course (rather than in one up-front lump sum). In 2019, we plan to introduce payment plans for some other courses. These payment plans will allow students to make gradual payments until the commencement of the course. Payment plans for courses (other than Welding Coordination courses) will be open to individual Weld Australia members only. Further Information For further information, please contact: Paul James (Training Manager, Weld Australia) on p.james@weldaustralia.com.au or +61 2 8748 0150.

Recognition of Prior Learning Weld Australia is currently investigating the implementation of a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process that would recognise

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Training & Certification News Weld Australia is the premier welding certification body in Australia. Nationally recognised and accredited by the International Institute of Welding (IIW), Weld Australia offers individual certification in: Welding Specialist, Welding Inspector, Welding Technologist, Welding Engineer AS1796 Welding Supervisor Certificate 10, and AS2214 Welding Supervisor. Key Weld Australia Exam Dates Examinations are generally held in State capital cities around Australia. Locations and start and finish times of examinations will be provided upon confirmation of registration. International Welding Inspector – Basic (IWI B) 27 February 2019 International Welding Specialist (IWS) 27 February 2019 - Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide AS 1796 Certificate 10 Welding Supervisor 28 February 2019 AS 2214 Welding Supervisor 28 February 2019 International Welding Engineer (IWE) • Module 1 (EA1): 11 February 2019 • Module 2 (EA2): 13 May 2019

International Welding Technologist (IWT) • Module 1 (TA1): 11 February 2019 • Module 2 (TA2): 13 May 2019 Examinations will also be held on other dates in 2019. Keep an eye on Weld Connect or the Weld Australia website for further details https:// weldaustralia.com.au. Applying for Exams Exam applications must be submitted online through the WeldQ system. Please login to your WeldQ profile at https://wtia.weldq. com/applicant/login using your WeldQ ID. If you have been issued with qualifications or certifications by Weld Australia or WTIA in the past, a WeldQ account has been created

for you with your own unique WeldQ ID. If you do not know your WeldQ ID, please email qnc@weldaustralia.com.au. If you have not been issued with qualifications or certifications by Weld Australia or WTIA in the past, you will be required to create a WeldQ account. To create a WeldQ account please go to https://wtia. weldq.com/applicant/login and click on the red button that says ‘Click Here to Create an Account’. Exam applications must be submitted no later than six weeks prior to the exam date. If the exams you are interested in are not listed above please email qnc@weldaustralia.com.au For all exam inquiries, please email qnc@weldaustralia.com.au

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Training & Certification News Under the Australian Welder Certification Register (AWCR) system, welders are invited to complete a test that qualifies them to a welding procedure as set out in AS/NZS ISO 9606-1 or AS/NZS 2980. Once qualified, the welder is certified to that procedure, becoming a Registered Welder, and the information recorded in the AWCR. Becoming an AWCR Approved Examiner Weld Australia has recently relaxed the requirements that individuals must satisfy in order to become an AWCR Approved Examiner. In doing so, we hope to see more people applying for, and being successful in, becoming an AWCR Approved Examiner. The new requirements are as follows: • Be a Weld Australia Member or an employee of a Weld Australia Member Company • Be qualified to one of the following: • Welding Supervisor (AS1796 or AS2214) • International Welding Inspector (Standard) • International Welding Specialist • International Welding Technologist • International Welding Engineer • An equivalent certification as verified by Weld Australia, i.e. CSWIP 3.1, CSWIP 3.2 • Have a sound understanding of AS/NZS ISO 9606-1 or AS/NZS 2980 • Be fully conversant with

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welding safety procedures Study the Approved Examiner Training and complete the Questionnaire

Role of the Approved Examiner The Approved Examiner is the cornerstone of the AWCR. The Approved Examiner has complete responsibility for carrying out weld tests and entering the results into the AWCR. As an Approved Examiner you must conduct weld tests at an approved Testing Centre. A Testing Centre is a place determined by an Approved Examiner to meet the requirements set out by Weld Australia. Benefits of Becoming an AWCR Approved Examiner As an Approved Examiner you will be entitled to charge for the following services: • Conducting and examining a weld test. • Mechanical testing. • Inspection of test centres to ensure they meet the required standard set by Weld Australia. For further information, visit: https://awcr.org.au

Approved AWCR Testing Centres New South Wales • Busicom Inspection and Training Solutions: www.busicomsolutions.com.au • llawara TAFE: www.illawarra.tafensw.edu.au Victoria • Bombardier Transportation Australia: www.bombardier.com • Box Hill Institute: www.boxhill.edu.au • Chisholm TAFE: www.chisholm.edu.au • Robert Vernon • Victorian Testing and Inspection Services: www.victesting.com.au South Australia • Regency TAFE: www.tafesa.edu.au Tasmania • Tasmanian Minerals and Energy Council: http://tasminerals.com.au Queensland • Kangaroo Training Institute: https://kangarootraininginstitute.com.au • TAFE Qld SkillsTech: https://tafeskillstech.edu.au Northern Territory • Charles Darwin University: www.cdu.edu.au Western Australia • Australian Welding Academy: •

http://australianweldingacademy. com.au

QSM Fabrication: www.qsmfabrication.com.au

To register as an Approved AWCR Testing Centre, complete the Application Form and send it to awcr@weldaustralia.com.au.

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2019 Training Calendar Weld Australia delivers a comprehensive range of training and certification services, all of which are designed to help Australian welders and fabrication companies achieve and maintain a competitive advantage. As the premier welding certification body in Australia, an International Institute of Welding (IIW) Authorised Nominated Body (ANB) and an Authorised Training Body (ATB), Weld Australia offers a range of individual certifications, including: Welding Inspector, Welding Specialist, Welding Technologist, Welding Engineer, AS1796 Welding Supervisor Certificate 10, and AS2214 Welding Supervisor. International Welding Inspector - Basic Location

Dates

Adelaide

27 - 31 May 2019 11 - 15 Nov 2019

Brisbane

11 - 15 Mar 2019

Mackay

8 - 12 Apr 2019

Melbourne

13 - 17 May 2019

Perth

10 - 14 Jun 2019

Sydney

25 - 29 March 2019 29 Apr - 3 May 2019

International Welding Specialist Location

Dates

Adelaide

Week 1: 3 - 7 Jun 2019 Week 2: 8 - 12 Jul 2019 Week 3: 5 - 9 Aug 2019 Week 4: 9 - 13 Sep 2019 Week 5: 30 Sep - 4 Oct 2019

Brisbane

Week 1: 24 - 28 Jun 2019 Week 2: 22 - 26 Jul 2019 Week 3: 19 - 23 Aug 2019 Week 4: 23 - 27 Sep 2019 Week 5: 21 Sep - 25 Oct 2019

Mackay

Week 1: 3 - 7 Jun 2019 Week 2: 8 - 12 Jul 2019 Week 3: 5 - 9 Aug 2019 Week 4: 2 - 6 Sep 2019 Week 5: 30 Sep - 4 Oct 2019

Perth

Week 1: 25 Mar - 29 Mar 2019 Week 2: 29 Apr - 3 May 2019 Week 3: 20 May - 24 May 2019 Week 4: 17 Jun - 21 Jun 2019 Week 5: 15 Jul - 19 Jul 2019

Sydney

Week 1: 8 - 12 Apr 2019 Week 2: 6 - 10 May 2019 Week 3: 3 - 7 Jun 2019 Week 4: 8 - 12 Jul 2019 Week 5: 5 - 9 Aug 2019

International Welding Inspector - Standard Location

Dates

Adelaide

IWI-S Part 1: 17 - 21 Jun 2019 IWI-S Part 2: 1 - 3 Jul 2019

Brisbane

IWI-S Part 1: 1 - 5 Apr 2019 IWI-S Part 2: 15 - 17 Apr 2019

Mackay

IWI-S Part 1: 24 - 28 Jun 2019 IWI-S Part 2: 1 - 3 Jul 2019

Melbourne

IWI-S Part 1: 15 - 19 Jul 2019 IWI-S Part 2: 29 - 31 Jul 2019

Perth

IWI-S Part 1: 13 - 17 May 2019 IWI-S Part 2: 27 - 29 May 2019

Sydney

IWI-S Part 1: 1 - 5 Apr 2019 IWI-S Part 2: 15 - 17 Apr 2019

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2019 Training Calendar International Welding Engineer Location

Dates

Wollongong

Module 1: 10 - 14 Dec 2018 Practical Phase: 4 - 8 Feb 2019 Module 2: 11 - 15 Feb 2019 Module 3: 13 - 17 May 2019 Module 4: 22 - 26 July 2019

International Welding Technologist Location

Dates

Wollongong

Module 1: 10 - 14 Dec 2018 Practical Phase: 4 - 8 Feb 2019 Module 2: 11 - 15 Feb 2019 Module 3: 13 - 17 May 2019 Module 4: 22 - 26 Jul 2019

Online & Blended Learning In conjunction with the American Welding Society (AWS), Weld Australia offers online courses to help develop your welding knowledge and to better inform you for your professional development. The content has been developed by senior people within the profession and is regularly updated. These courses are available any time, day and night, and are designed as self-paced modules which will allow the student to complete them in their own time. Courses include: Economics of Welding; Fabrication Maths (Basic and Advanced); Metallurgy (Basic and Advanced); Non-Destructive Testing; Welding

Fundamentals (Basic and Advanced); Welding Safety; Welding Sales Representative; and Welding Symbols. In-House Training Weld Australia can present any of its courses to your employees in-house at the location of your choosing. We can also tailor training courses specifically for your company and employees. The Benefits of Training & Qualification Weld Australia training and certification is a strong addition to your career portfolio. It demonstrates to employers that you possess advanced welding knowledge, essential to ensuring the highest levels of workmanship. Qualification demonstrates to employers that you are dedicated to continually learning and growing in your field. These are qualities that are essential for success in team leadership roles or for more complex projects. Designed to provide an interesting and stimulating industrial perspective, all our courses are supported by a broad range of major industry groups and hundreds of Australian companies. Plus, our presenters are all International Welding Engineers or Technologists with extensive industry experience. Further Information For further information, or to enrol in a Weld Australia training course today, please contact: training@weldaustralia.com.au or +61 2 8748 0100, or visit www.weldaustralia.com.au. Weld Australia reserves the right to cancel or change dates of any training course due to insufficient registrations or other reasons beyond its control, and reserves the right to refuse enrolments.

The Capabilities of the WeldQ App Did you know that the WeldQ platform can be accessed via an app designed specifically for mobile phones? The WeldQ app is available for both Android phones and iPhones. Simply search for ‘WeldQ’ in either Google Play or iTunes and you will find the relevant app, complete with the ‘W’ from the Weld Australia logo. The WeldQ mobile app enables users to: • View notifications on upcoming examinations • View certification renewal alerts and reminders • Seek prolongation or revalidation of welder qualifications • View documents, awards and certificate • Make online payments • View details of Weld Australia qualification and certification programs, including costs and eligibility criteria The WeldQ mobile app also enables employers to check the authenticity of a certificate or qualification. The apps replace the plastic cards that were previously issued or reissued whenever an applicant obtained additional certifications.

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For Your Diary: Upcoming Events Whether you need to brush up on skills acquired years ago, or want to try your hand at something new, there’s sure to be an event for you. Keep in mind that attending Weld Australia events counts towards CPD requirements for certification applications and renewals. For details, contact events@weldaustralia.com.au or +61 2 8748 0100. 2nd International Symposium on Materials, Manufacturing Process & Devices Auckland, 15 to 17 February 2019 This symposium provides an international forum for scientists, engineers and research students working on development of advanced materials, materials processing and new applications to exchange the innovative ideas and discuss new findings and achievements in their work. For details, visit: http://mmpd2019.org Australian International Aerospace Congress 2019 Melbourne, 24 to 26 February Engineers Australia and the Royal Aeronautical Society take great pleasure in inviting you to the Australian International Aerospace Congress 2019. The Congress is being held in conjunction with the Australian International Airshow and Aerospace and Defence Exposition (AVALON 2019). For details: http://www.aiac18.com Light Rail 2019 Melbourne, 4 to 5 March This is the premier event for anyone involved in the light rail industry, featuring expert speakers and amazing opportunities for collaboration. Attendees will also experience first-hand how Bombardier designs, manufactures and delivers reliable, safe and sustainable transport in a world of urban growth and digital design, with a site visit to their Dandenong production site. For details: https://www.informa.com.au

featuring over 250 brands. It is a showcase of the latest products and attracts over 8,000 global visitors providing opportunities to network and learn about the latest technological and innovative breakthroughs. For details: https://aogexpo.com.au

Event Spotlight: 2019 National Manufacturing Summit Weld Australia is pleased to announce that we will again host the National Manufacturing Summit in 2019. It will be headl in Melbourne from 4 to 5 September.

8th Asia Pacific IIW International Congress Bangkok, 20 to 22 March With the theme ‘Promote and Ensure the Quality of Welding Education in the Region’, this is an opportunity for anyone involved in the area of welding technology and joining processes to meet, learn, and share their ideas, information, and experience. For details: https://iiwap2019.com

National Manufacturing Week Melbourne, 14 to 17 May National Manufacturing Week (NMW) is Australia’s largest gathering of manufacturing decision-makers all under the one roof. It is the one place for the manufacturing community to come together to be inspired, innovate and connect with one another. For further details visit: nationalmanufacturingweek.com.au

If you’d like to register your interest to attend, sponsor or participate in the Summit, please do so via the website. Weld Australia is happy to tailor a sponsorship package to suit your needs.

Australasian Oil and Gas Exhibition and Conference Perth, 13 to 15 March The annual Australasian Oil and Gas Exhibition and Conference is the leading industry in Australian

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For further information, contact: Donna South on d.south@weldaustralia.com.au or +61 (0)2 8748 0130