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Weld Connect November 2018
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A Message from the CEO
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AWTC Industry Breakfast
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Fabricator of the Year Award
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Exclusive BOC Offer For All Members
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New South Wales Division
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Victoria Division
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South Australia Division
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Queensland Division
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Western Australia Division
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Northern Territory Division
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Training & Certification
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2018-2019 Training Calendar
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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 Coordinator Margarita Baldoria T: +61 (0)2 8748 0135 E: m.baldoria@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 Meetings with Government Over the last month, I have had the opportunity to meet with several State and Federal Government Shadow Ministers. I had an extremely positive meeting with the Federal Shadow Minister for Skills, TAFE and Apprenticeships, the Hon Doug Cameron. We discussed the Oppositions’ policy for TAFE, particularly their plan for a highlevel enquiry into the national Vocational Education and Training (VET) system. Mr Cameron was very interested in our Advanced Welder Training Centres (AWTCs) and the Victorian VET model; he has assured me that he will visit the AWTC in Box Hill, Melbourne and consult with the Victorian Skills Commission before Christmas. I also met with the New South Wales (NSW) Shadow Minister for Skills and Shadow Assistant Minister for Education, the Hon Prue Car. We discussed the future of the TAFE system in NSW, focused on the importance of a national VET strategy. Whilst in Queensland, I met with Shadow Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning, the Hon Andrew Powell to discuss the future of welding in Queensland. I also met with Amanda Cooper, Chairman of Brisbane City Council’s Infrastructure Committee in relation to the specification the Council is using for fabrication works. These two meetings were particularly relevant given that two AWTCs will open in Queensland in the coming months: one in Acacia Ridge, and the other in Caboolture. Industry Group Meetings Infrastructure Industry Group In mid-October, I attended the Infrastructure Industry Group meeting in Brisbane. This meeting
was attended by representatives from Austroads, Roads and Maritime Services, VicRoads, Main Roads Western Australia, the Department of Transport and Main Roads, and Weld Australia. During the meeting, Houman Hatamian (Senior Welding Engineer, Roads and Maritime Services) provided an update on the progress of the Austroads Steel Fabrication Specification. The development of a template for welding procedures was also discussed. This template will ensure that all parameters in a welding procedure can be automatically calculated to generate a Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) based on the Procedure Qualification Record (PQR). Weld Australia will develop this template. Defence Industry Group At the end of October, we held a highly successful Defence Industry Group meeting at Box Hill TAFE in Melbourne. David Lake (President, Weld Australia) opened the meeting, welcoming all in attendance. Attendees were treated to several engaging presentations including: Murray Brown (Operations Manager – Delivery, Thales Australia) on the Bushmaster and Hawkei projects; Chris Brugeaud (CEO, SSS Manufacturing) on robot welding applications for defence industries; George Mifsud (Director, Indigenous Defence and Infrastructure Consortium) on indigenous participation in defence projects; Cameron Baker (Director, Victorian Skills Commission) and Mike Phelps (Manager - Defence, Department of Economic Development) who spoke about Victoria’s support for the defence industry; and Graham Creed (Training Solutions Manager, Naval Shipbuilding College) who provided an overview of the Naval Shipbuilding College. To close the
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Geoff Crittenden (Chief Executive Officer, Weld Australia)
New Weld Australia Members: October We would like to welcome the following new members who joined Weld Australia during the month of September: Individual Members • Antonino (Nino) Amato • Travis Aslett • Vishal Awal • Michael Barnes • Marcus Bonney • Paul Ferrall • Rohan Gathercole • Ashley Harris • Mark Kelleher • Wayne Kneipp • Lee Martin • Danny Millar • Thomas Mitchell Corporate Members • Maxcon Industries: maxconindustries.com.au To become a Weld Australia member, simply visit weldaustralia.com.au, or contact 02 8748 0100 or membership@weldaustralia.com.au.
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A Message from the CEO meeting, Craig Brittle (Head of Industry and Trades, Box Hill TAFE) facilitated a tour of the Advanced Welder Training Centre (AWTC) at Box Hill TAFE, complete with a demonstration of the Soldamatic augmented reality welding simulator. Visit to South Australia Whilst in Adelaide, I visited ASC, who has recently passed explosive tests for an advanced new welding technique for submarine hull steel. This development opens the way to more efficient and reliable welds for Australian submarines. According to ASC, the newly approved TIP-TIG welding method is a more consistent and improved welding process and is expected to lead to increased efficiencies for submarine sustainment while retaining a safe environment for submarine crews. I also visited the Naval Shipbuilding College, which was officially opened in early November. Located at Osborne in South Australia, the College is being managed on behalf of the Australian Government by the Naval Shipbuilding Institute Australia. This Institute is a joint venture between Kellogg Brown and Root and Huntington Ingalls Industries, the largest shipbuilding company in the United States. The College will operate under the management of the Naval Shipbuilding Institute to link up with education providers to ensure courses in shipbuilding are offered across Australia. Partnerships will be developed with industry, universities, TAFEs and training institutions in all states and territories. Visit to Queensland I recently attended a press conference at Parliament House in Brisbane at which the Queensland Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and
Planning the Hon Cameron Dick and Minister for Training and Skills Development the Hon Shannon Fentiman pledged $800,000 worth of funding to establish an AWTC at TAFE Queensland SkillsTech in Acacia Ridge, as well as smaller training centers in Townsville and Cairns. Weld Australia is looking forward to working with TAFE Queensland on this exciting project. Whilst in Queensland, I also met with Andy Martin (Procurement Manager, Bombardier), Aravind Venkatram (Supply Quality Assurance Engineer QNGR Australia, Bombardier) and Fabian Chavez Nevarez (Procurement Manager - QNGR Australia, Bombardier) to discuss the Bombardier NGR Fleet Manufacture project; and Dean Terry (Welding Supervisor, Downer) to discuss the Downer EDI Rolling Stock Upgrade in Maryborough. World Federation of Colleges & Polytechnics World Congress In October, I attended the World Federation of Colleges and
Dean Terry and Geoff Crittenden at Downer EDI in Maryborough.
Polytechnics (WFCP) World Congress in Melbourne. With the theme of Preparing for the Skills Future, Now, the objective of the Congress was to make a difference to the outcomes of millions of vocational and professional students worldwide. I was invited to be part of the Advancing Trade panel, and spoke on the topic of New Technology Transforming Welder Training. For details, see page 9. Geoff Crittenden CEO, Weld Australia
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AWTC Industry Breakfast Together, Weld Australia and the Box Hill Institute are opening an Advanced Welder Training Centre (AWTC), the first TAFE in Australia to achieve this. We would like to invite you to visit the brand new AWTC and enjoy a free industry breakfast on Wednesday 28 November 2018. The AWTC is a purpose-fit facility 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 AWTC will also deliver newly developed courses to meet the current and future challenges facing the welding industry. Customised welding short courses will be available for those new to welding and to meet specific industry requirements. Joint marketing initiatives between Box Hill Institute and Weld Australia will attract newcomers to the industry and the practical courses result in higher student retention. Event Details Date: Wednesday 28 November Time: 7:30am Location: Building E1, Elgar Campus, 465 Elgar Road, Box Hill (entrance on Victoria Crescent) To receive a FREE ticket to the event, RSVP NOW.
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2018 Fabricator of the Year Award Weld Australia is pleased to announce the winner of the 2018 Fabricator of the Year Award: Maxcon Industries. This annual award celebrates the success of an Australian fabricator who has demonstrated outstanding performance in 2018. Maxcon Industries is an industry leader in the manufacturing of custom complex steel structures. A market leader since its inception in 1970, Maxcon Industries began as a small private company, originally called Maxwell Contracting. The business initially concentrated on power plant steelwork; high-quality general engineering remains the core of the business to this day. Today, Maxcon Industries employs over 70 people and provides custom made cryogenic pressure vessels and vacuum insulated products including pipes and tanks and other diverse complex steel objects throughout Australia and worldwide. Crucially, Maxcon Industries is one of only four manufacturers worldwide that has the facilities and know-how to fabricate Large Scale Vacuum Insulated Pipes.
The revolutionary and specialised method used to super insulate the pipework has been developed by Maxcon Industries to cater to the growing demand for these vessels. Maxcon Industries is proud to have developed the prototype within Australia and for it to be quality tested to meet the ASME B31.3 standard requirements. Innovation A key focus of Maxcon Industries is researching and introducing new technologies to the industry. They have invested over $23 million dollars in research and development and have actively sought out international technology partners to introduce innovations to the Australian market. A recent example includes the Kingaroy Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) in Queensland. The Aquatec Maxcon Group, including Maxcon Industries, was the technology provider and Design, Fabricate and Construct contractor, with the plant winning several industry awards.
participation. They run a community involvement program at their Ipswich head office, helping local worthy organisations that require fabrication. Maxcon Industries pays for the materials and their employees work on the project in their own time to fabricate and install. They have fabricated and donated a grandstand for a local swimming club, transportable grandstands for local Rugby league Clubs and multiple items of playground equipment for local child care centres and schools. Maxcon Industries will be presented with their award at a ceremony in Sydney in early December. Weld Australia congratulates the entire Maxcon Industries team on this award. For more information about Maxcon Industries, visit: www.maxconindustries.com.au
Community Involvement Maxcon Industries prides itself on local industry and community
The Maxcon Industries team: Winner of the 2018 Weld Australia Fabricator of the Year Award.
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Weld Australia Secures Exclusive BOC Offer For All Members Weld Australia is pleased to announce that all new and existing members can now take advantage of an exciting offer from BOC. All Weld Australia members now have access to discounted pricing on equipment purchases, as well as discounts on gas and cylinder rental charges. Here at Weld Australia, we are committed to representing the interests of our members and to promoting the use of best practice technology and quality systems. For this reason, we partner with only the best suppliers available. According to Geoff Crittenden (CEO, Weld Australia), “We are dedicated to providing members with a competitive advantage. As such, we secured this partnership with BOC to deliver even more value to our members. As the professional representative of the Australian welding industry, we believe it is our role to provide members with the tools they need to achieve optimal business results. Our partnership with BOC is yet another example of how Weld Australia goes above and beyond to support the business operations of the companies we serve.” BOC is one of Australia’s leading gas and welding equipment specialists, offering gases, welders and welding supplies, PPE, workplace safety and industrial equipment. BOC offers next day delivery on online orders, flexible payment options, and a comprehensive range of products. To access BOC’s exclusive offer, simply click here. For information about BOC, visit: https://www.boc.com.au.
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New South Wales Division News Facilitated by Weld Australia, the Pipeline Repair, Hot Tapping & In-Service Welding Course took place in Sydney at the end of October. The course provided an in-depth overview of the various aspects of pipeline modification and repair, and addressed common concerns associated with welding onto in-service pipelines. The course included a review and critical analysis of available thermal analysis models, including the original Battelle model, the heat sink capacity method and the PRCI thermal model for Hot Tap Welding. Course attendees learnt why these models, while useful as planning tools, should not be regarded as ‘magic bullets’ against hydrogen cracking in hot tap welding by utilising comparative examples. The course gave an unbiased analysis of the best strategies for avoiding burn through and the development of crack susceptible weld microstructures. It also covered the latest defect assessment methods for pipeline engineers and managers, from simple, quick assessments through to more detailed ‘fitness for purpose’ analysis. The course dispelled a number of misconceptions that have developed pertaining to operating practices required to safely weld
onto an in-service pipeline. It demonstrated that the application of industry best practices for pipeline repair, hot tapping and in-service welding can help: ensure the safety of workers; reduce the probability of a shutdown, failure or service interruption; and extend the lifecycle of pipeline systems. The feedback received from all in attendance at the course was extremely positive. Weld Australia would like to thank course facilitator, Bill A. Bruce (Group Leader Welding Technology at DVN GL). His insights and indepth technical knowledge was invaluable.
New South Wales Division Contact Paolo Corronca Qualification & Certification Manager 0438 012 099 p.corronca@weldaustralia.com.au
Pipeline Repair, Hot Tapping & In-Service Welding Course in full swing.
Upcoming Events End of Year Dinner The evening will give members a chance to hear from Geoff Crittenden (CEO, Weld Australia), and celebrate Weld Australia’s significant achievements in 2018. Registration for the event is $30 which will cover dinner and drinks. Event Details: • • •
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Date: Wednesday 21 November Time: 6.00pm Location: Ambassador Restaurant, TAFE NSW Ryde, Building A, Level 4, 250 Blaxland Road, Ryde Cost: $30 per person
Weld Australia would like to thank BOC Limited for sponsoring this event. Register by 12 November.
Laserwelding Showcase at LaserBond Weld Australia members will have the opportunity to observe a range of surface engineering technologies, including laser cladding processes and advanced thermal spray systems. Event Details: • Date: Thursday 29 November • Time: 6pm • Location: LaserBond, 2/57 Anderson Road, Smeaton Grange, NSW 2567
Attendees of the Pipeline Repair, Hot Tapping & In-Service Welding Course.
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Victoria Division News World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics (WFCP) World Congress In October, Weld Australia representatives attended the World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics (WFCP) World Congress. The Congress explored new challenges in vocational and professional education and training arising from advances in technologies and automation and the impact on work, societies and peoples who may be displaced due to changing economic and global circumstances. Hosted by Australian TAFEs, the Congress brought together over 800 delegates from community colleges and polytechnics from around the world and experts in professional and vocational education and training. With the theme of Preparing for the Skills Future, Now, the Congress aimed to make a difference to the outcomes of millions of vocational and professional students worldwide. Geoff Crittenden (CEO, Weld Australia) was invited to be part of the Advancing Trade panel. Geoff spoke on the topic of New Technology Transforming Welder Training, providing attendees detailed information the Soldamatic augmented reality welding training simulators. Michael Pitt (National Business Development Manager, Weld Australia) and Donna South (Marketing and Communications Manager, Weld Australia) were also on-hand to demonstrate the Soldamatic. Victoria Division Contact Melissa Odendaal Welding Consultant 0418 922 369 m.odendaal@weldaustralia.com.au
End of Year Event Held at the end of October, the Victorian End of Year Event was a great success, with attendees enjoying delicious food alongside excellent company. Geoff Crittenden presented a retrospective of 2018. During his presentation, Geoff focused on the success of the Advanced Welder Training Centres (AWTCs), many of which received Federal and State Government funding throughout the year. The AWTC at the Box Hill Institute will be the first to be inaugurated, with the Victorian Minister for Training and Skills the Hon Gayle Tierney MP pledging $1 million worth of funding. Geoff also discussed phase two of the AWTC project, which Weld Australia plans to roll out 2019. Phase two includes adding a robotic cell and a training curriculum focused on automation of welding processes. This will facilitate career development for welders who are interested in the latest technologies, and wish to develop their skills in robotics and programming. Later during the night, Geoff also personally delivered an International Welding Engineer (IWE) diploma to Benjamin Foo who recently completed the IWE program at Wollongong University. Benjamin outlined the challenges of completing this course—which is dense in material—but also the rewards and benefit it provides for his career. Weld Australia would like to congratulate Benjamin.
Geoff Crittenden speaking at the WFCP World Congress.
Michael Pitt (left) demonstrates the Soldamatic at the WFCP World Congress.
L to R: Benjamin Foo and Geoff Crittenden.
Geoff Crittenden speaks at the Victoria Division End of Year Event.
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South Australia Division News The South Australia Division recently hosted its End of Year Event. Held at The Robin Hood Hotel in Norwood. The evening gave members a chance to hear from Geoff Crittenden (CEO, Weld Australia), celebrate Weld Australia’s significant achievements in 2018, and discover all that we have planned for 2019. Geoff touched on several of Weld Australia’s major projects for the year, including the establishment of five Advanced Welder Training Centres nation-wide, including one at the Regency Campus of TAFE SA. With Minister for Industry and Skills the Hon David Pisoni pledging $1 million worth of muchneeded funding for the AWTC, the newly refurbished centre will feature a state-of-the-art augmented reality lab equipped with the most advanced welding simulators available anywhere in the world. The AWTC will help ensure local welders are ready to meet the huge demand that will be created by the naval shipbuilding program. It is anticipated that the continuous naval shipbuilding program in South Australia will require around 2,600 tradespeople from 2020 to 2027. Almost half of this demand will be for welders. Geoff also highlighted several other projects undertaken through the year, and detailed the exciting plans that are on the horizon for Weld Australia and its members in 2019. Attendees then heard from Michael Harvey (Applications Technology Manager, ESAB). Geoff also presented Matthew Radosevic (Pipeline Services Engineer, APA Group) with his International Institute of Welding (IIW) International Welding Engineer (IWE) certificate. Weld Australia would like to congratulate Matthew on this significant achievement.
Weld Australia members enjoy the South Australia Division’s End of Year Event.
Weld Australia members enjoy the South Australia Division’s End of Year Event.
Geoff Crittenden gives a presentation.
L to R: Matthew Radosevic and Geoff Crittenden.
Michael Harvey gives a presentation.
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South Australia Division Contact Paolo Corronca Qualification & Certification Manager 0438 012 099 p.corronca@weldaustralia.com.au
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Queensland Division News ABFI Steel Awarded Certification to AS/NZS ISO 3834 Weld Australia would like to congratulate ABFI Steel on being awarded AS/NZS ISO 3834 (Part 3) certification. A professional, experienced steel fabrication company, ABFI Steel is located in Wacol, Brisbane. Their management team and highly qualified workshop tradesmen have extensive industry experience and product knowledge to ensure the successful delivery of project requirements. ABFI prides itself on superior quality customer service. They strive to deliver quality products at market competitive prices, compliant to specified standards. ABFI Steel specialises in: • Heavy steel fabrication, and design and development services for the government and mining sectors • Large diameter pipe fabrication, pile casings, fittings and pressure vessels for the oil and gas industry. They are also TMR accredited for pile casings, as well as an approved TMR fabricator.
Upcoming Event: Australian Standards Requirements for Welding Abhishek Trivedi (Technology Manager, Weld Australia) will present on the topic Australian Standards Requirements for Welding in Brisbane on 15 November. 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. The presentation will be 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. Welding involves more science and variables than any other industrial process. If codes and 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.
The presentation will look 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 throughout the cross-section? • Can welds be checked for the defects after welding? • Can defects be minimised to be acceptable? How? Event Details • Date: Thursday 15 November • Time: 5.30pm • Location: Hawken Auditorium, • Level 1, 447 Upper Edward Street, Brisbane • Cost: Engineers’ Australia Member Rate: Free; Non-Member Rate: $30 • Further Details: Email eaqevents@engineersaustralia. org.au or visit the Engineer’s Australia website. • Register Now
Queensland Division Contact Abhishek Trivedi Technology Manager 0409 670 433 a.trivedi@weldaustralia.com.au
AS/NZS ISO 3834 certification increases the likelihood of global supply chain opportunities and repeat business, bolstering profitability. Certification helps Australian businesses demonstrate their ability to deliver a compliant, quality fusion welded product on time and to budget. AS/NZS ISO 3834 is the minimum benchmark for welding quality globally. As more companies become certified to the standard, those without it will find it harder to win work from local and international suppliers alike. For more information, visit: https://iso3834.com.au
L to R: ABFI Steel is presented with AS/NZS ISO 3834 Certification. Andrew Wilson (Manager), Brian Drager (Production Manager), Abhishek Trivedi (Weld Australia), Jake Bienke (RWC), and Jason Barr (Director).
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Western Australia Division News EDI Rail - Bombardier Transportation recently hosted a workshop on EN 15085 rail certification in conjunction with Weld Australia. The workshop delivered insights and practical recommendations related to the EN 15085 series of Standards, Railway applications – Welding of railway vehicles and components. While the international uptake of this certification has grown recently, in Australia there are still very few EN 15085 certified manufacturers. Clearly, the potential market share that newly EN 15085 certified Australian manufacturers could capture is huge. During the workshop, the history behind the standard was explained. EN 15085 was introduced to harmonise the requirements for welding materials during the manufacturing and maintenance of railway vehicles. The Standard builds upon the requirements outlined in ISO 3834. The workshop also focused on the different certification levels delineated in EN 15085 (CL1 to CL4) to which manufacturers can be certified. These levels correspond to the sliding scale of safety requirements to which components and sub-assemblies must comply. The various certification levels align with the three parts of ISO 3834 in which comprehensive, standard and elementary quality requirements are described. As in
ISO 3834, welding co-ordination personnel are a key element of the Standard. The workshop provided a great overview of the five parts of EN15085 from design to production, as well as inspection and testing requirements, which sparked many questions and interest from the audience. More and more, EN 15085 certification is gaining interest and attention from government departments and railway industry manufacturers as part of the tender assessment process.
EN 15085 certification is gaining interest and attention from government departments and railway industry manufacturers as part of the tender assessment process.
Upcoming Event: Western Australia End of Year Dinner The evening will give members a chance to hear from Geoff Crittenden (CEO, Weld Australia), celebrate Weld Australia’s significant achievements in 2018, and discover what to look forward to in 2019.
The benefits associated with EN 15085 certification are myriad: • Independent confirmation of welding and fabricating capacity, competence and employee capabilities within a defined scope of activity. • The potential to participate in large, profitable international supply chains, increasing orders and work won.
Registration for the End of Year Dinner is $30 which will cover dinner and drinks. To help cater to specific dietary requirements, please register by 20 November 2018.
Asset managers and government transport departments are increasingly opening their tenders to international suppliers to ensure the correct level of quality assurance is adhered to. More and more,
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Karl Francis (Special Projects Manager, Bombardier).
Mathew Bernard (Commercial Manager, Downer-Bombardier).
Date: Tuesday 27 November Time: 6.00pm Location: 43 Below, 43 Barrack St, Perth, WA 6000 Cost: $30 per person Further Details: events@ weldaustralia.com.au or 02 8748 0130
Victor Blain (Technology Manger, Weld Australia).
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Western Australia Division Contact Mehdi Tajfar Welding Consultant 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 an Innovation Strategy, and major mining project developments, it is a busy time in the Territory. Northern Territory Business Innovation Strategy Launched The first ever Northern Territory Business Innovation Strategy was launched as part of October Business Month’s Innovation Week. Innovation is a key lever to accelerate economic growth, driving Territory businesses to be more competitive, profitable and sustainable. The strategy aims to ignite, inspire and intensify a culture of innovation among Territory businesses. Ignite: create and strengthen connections, collaborations and strategic partnerships with innovators, businesses, educational institutions, non-government organisations, industry bodies and investors. Inspire: unlock innovation and entrepreneurial talent through tailored events, support services and programs. Intensify: supporting innovators and entrepreneurs to access the funding and the support they need to achieve commercial success.
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innovators and businesses access to expert mentoring BISI grants to help businesses undertake research and development which could lead to new products, processes or services A bigger and better Innovation Week to inspire innovative thinking
Showcasing and celebrating local innovators is another key part of the strategy. From slash proof protective clothing, a virtual veterinary clinic and world class 3D printing technology, the Territory has already fostered some brilliant innovative ideas. For more information or to view the strategy visit: innovation.nt.gov.au Ammaroo Project Approved A proposed major phosphate mine in Central Australia has received approval from the Northern Territory Environment Protection Authority (NTEPA). The project, by Verdant Minerals, will be one of the largest phosphate mines in the country,
with aspirations to supply Asian markets via the Darwin Port. The Ammaroo Phosphate Project, which will be 270km north-east of Alice Springs on Alyawarre country, is expected to create 300 construction jobs and 150 ongoing operations positions. The feasibility study has valued the mine at $344 million, with plans to produce more than 2 million tonnes of rock phosphate annually. Lithium Mine to Start Production Momentum is building to start the Northern Territory’s first lithium mine and processing facility on the outskirts of Darwin. Resources company Core Exploration said it had struck high-grade lithium just 88km by road from the Port of Darwin, and expected to start mining next year. Core Exploration is aiming to export 225,000 tonnes of concentrate out of Darwin every year and is finalising supply deals with some of China’s largest lithium producers.
Some of the key actions from the strategy already underway include: • The world-class Business Acceleration Program • An Innovator in Residence program to provide Territory
Northern Territory Division Contact Abhishek Trivedi Technology Manager 0409 670 433 a.trivedi@weldaustralia.com.au
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Training & Certification News What is the Difference between an International Welding Technologist (IWT) and an International Welding Engineer (IWE)? By Paul James (Training Manager, Weld Australia) A question that is sometimes asked of me is: What is the difference between an International Welding Technologist (IWT) and an International Welding Engineer (IWE)? In this article, I describe some of the differences, to help make you aware of the capabilities and some requirements of IWEs and IWTs. Access Conditions One of the differences is the access conditions (or prerequisites) that an IWE must fulfil, compared to an IWT. Entry to the IWE program requires postgraduate level study. Participants should have a primary degree in an engineering discipline (or its equivalent) recognised by the national government and assessed by the Authorised Nominated Body. Therefore, it would be expected that IWE participants have at least a bachelor’s degree from a university level, which generally require a minimum of three years’ study. For an IWT, there are two entry routes available: a) An alternative technical education other than that required for the IWE; or, b) Applicants who have gained relevant industrial experience may take the ‘Experiential Route’ to meet general access conditions for IWT. Course Outcomes The IWE and IWT have varied learning outcomes and teaching hours. While they do have some shared learning outcomes, the
majority of them are different. This leads to different criteria that participants need to meet, such as different examinations. The teaching hours vary from 481 hours for the IWE, compared to 400 hours for the IWT. Task Descriptions The following task descriptions should be considered only as guidance to explain the level of knowledge, competence and skills, required for each qualification level. IWE – Knowledge, Competence and Management An IWE is expected to have advanced knowledge and critical understanding of welding technology application. They should have highly specialised problem solving skills that enable them to define and develop the best technical and economical solutions in the application of welding and associated technologies. Their advanced competence and skills in the field of welding technology demonstrates: 1. Technology mastery and required innovation; 2. The ability to solve high-level complex and unpredictable problems; 3. The ability to manage highly complex technical and professional activities or projects related to welding applications; 4. The ability to take responsibility
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for decision making in unpredictable work or study context; 5. The ability to lead and conduct failure investigations and engineering critical assessments (ECAs), liaise with fracture mechanics experts during ECAs. 6. The ability to take responsibility for managing professional development of individuals and groups. IWT – Knowledge, Competence and Management An IWT is expected to have advanced problem-solving skills that enable them to evaluate and apply a critical evaluation of welding technology for complex and advanced situations. They have competence and skills in the field of welding technology which demonstrate: 1. The ability to solve complex problems; 2. The ability to manage welding applications and related professional activities or projects in detail; 3. The ability to take responsibility for decision making in complex work or study context; 4. The ability to take responsibility to define the tasks of welding or related personnel; 5. The ability to manage professional development of individuals and groups. In correlation with essential coordination tasks as detailed in EN ISO 14731, the previously
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Training & Certification News mentioned competences and skills will enable the candidate to effectively perform the following tasks:
Type of Construction Concerned
IWE
IWT
Any Type
With Medium Level of Complexity
Welding construction contract requirements
Able to review
Technical review of the welding construction
Able to perform the task
Subcontracting activities
Able to specify requirements and assessment protocol, to supervise implementation and monitor
Welding personnel and related personnel needs and competences/skills
Able to specify, supervise and manage
Equipment and means needed for the construction
Able to specify, validate and manage the equipment, including the calibration if needed
Manufacturing plan
Able to specify, develop, validate and manage
Welding procedures needed for the construction
Able to specify, develop, evaluate, validate and manage
Working instructions
Able to specify, develop, evaluate and manage
Base materials and welding consumables
Able to specify, validate and manage
Inspection Testing Plan
Able to specify, review, develop, evaluate, validate and manage
Heat treatments
Able to specify, develop, evaluate, validate and manage
Identification and traceability used in welding manufacturing
Able to specify, develop, evaluate, validate and manage processes
Construction quality records
Able to specify, develop, evaluate, validate and manage processes related to monitor and control
Corrective actions to solve welded construction non-conformances
Able to specify, review, develop, evaluate, validate and manage
Failure Analysis
Conduct detailed failure investigations and develop remedial actions
Assist with failure investigations and apply remedial actions
Conduct Engineering Critical Assessments
Conduct ECA’s, work with fracture mechanics experts
Liaise with experts conducting ECA’s
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Training & Certification News Standards There are a number of International and Australian Standards which refer to duties and responsibilities that an IWE or IWT are capable of performing. International Standards •
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ISO 14731 Welding Coordination: Identifies the quality-related responsibilities and tasks included in the coordination of weldingrelated activities from basic to comprehensive levels. This standard uses IIW qualifications as a basis for the recommendation of the minimum requirements for education, examination and qualification of welding coordination personnel. ISO 3834 (AS/NZS ISO 3834): Describes the requirement for Welding Coordination which refers to guidelines on qualifications/education scheme for personnel dealing with welding coordination and inspection. EN15085 Certification Scheme for Welding of Railway Vehicles and Components: Describes the tasks and areas of competence of the welding co-ordinator. Refers to EN ISO 14731 for level of requirement.
Australian Standards
better defines the qualifications required of welding personnel. In a new section (3.2), in regard to Welding Engineering, it is stated that a competent welding engineer shall have one or more of the following qualifications: • Hold an International Institute of Welding (IIW) qualification at the level of International Welding Engineer (IWE) diploma • Hold postgraduate diploma or degree in welding engineering from a recognised university or a registered training organisation • Have other approved qualifications or experience acceptable to the licensee, including specific technical knowledge and experience in the welding of pipelines Summary Typical tasks for a welding engineer could include: • Identification of requirements in specifications and standards • Evaluation of materials and facilities • Design and qualification of welding procedures • Inspection and testing requirements
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Conduct failure investigations Engineering critical assessments
A welding engineer works closely with designers, project managers, supervisors, inspection personnel and relevant fracture mechanics experts, and will often propose improved and more cost-effective design. A welding technologist should have the necessary skills and technical knowledge for the planning, executing, supervising and testing of the tasks and responsibilities in welding fabrication, including complex welded construction. The roles and responsibilities of an IWE and IWT may be better defined by their employer or principle (the purchaser or owner of the structure being fabricated or erected) for the role they are fulfilling within their organisation. If the requirement is for a Responsible Welding Coordinator (which is a role or position, not a qualification), then ISO 14731 describes the duties and responsibilities as guidance. If a specification provided by a client refers to the qualification requirements of Welding Engineers or Technologists, then these must be used.
For Steelwork in Australia: • AS/NZS 5131:2016 Structural steelwork (Fabrication and erection): Section 7.4.3 Welding Coordination and Table 7.4 for Construction Categories CC3 and CC4 refers to ISO 14731 Welding Coordination for the minimum technical knowledge. • AS/NZS 2885.2:2016 (Pipelines – Gas and Liquid Petroleum – Welding): This Standard was recently revised. One of the major changes was the introduction of a new section (Section 3 Qualifications) which
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2018-2019 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
18 - 22 Feb 2019 27 - 31 May 2019 11 - 15 Nov 2019
Brisbane
11 - 15 Mar 2019
Mackay
8 - 12 Apr 2019
Melbourne
13 - 17 May 2019
Perth
11 - 15 Feb 2019 10 - 14 Jun 2019
Sydney
4 - 8 Feb 2019 29 Apr - 03 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 - 04 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 - 04 Oct 2019
Perth
Week 1: 25 Feb - 1 Mar 2019 Week 2: 25 - 29 Mar 2019 Week 3: 29 Apr - 3 May 2019 Week 4: 20 - 24 May 2019 Week 5: 17 - 21 Jun Oct 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 - 05 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 A - 17 Apr 2019
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2018-2019 Training Calendar International Welding Engineer & Technologist
Location
Dates (To Be Confirmed)
Wollongong
IIWE Module 1: 10 - 14 Dec 2018 IWE/T Practical Phase: 4 - 8 Feb 2019 IWE Module 2: 11 - 15 Feb 2019 IWE Module 3: 13 - 17 May 2019 IWE Module 4: 22 - 26 July 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. For more information, visit the Weld Australia website and enrol today.
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 0150, 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.
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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 on these events, contact events@weldaustralia.com.au or +61 2 8748 0100. Australian Standards Requirements for Welding Brisbane, 15 November 2018 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. The presentation will be aimed at the basic knowledge requirements that every structural engineer should possess to be able to design, prescribe and then monitor the execution requirements for welding. For details, visit: https:// www.engineersaustralia.org.au CAMS 2018 Wollongong, 27 to 29 November 2018 CAMS2018 continues a series of meetings that evolved from cooperation between two eminent materials professional societies in Australia: Materials Australia (MA) and the Australian Ceramic Society (ACS). The forging of joint objectives has created a series of meetings that started in 2004. For details, visit: https://www. cams2018.com.au
9th International Conference on Advances in Steel Structures Hong Kong, 5 to 7 December 2018 This conference is intended to provide a forum for researchers and professionals to discuss and disseminate recent advances in analysis, behaviour, design and construction of steel, aluminium, cold-formed steel, and composite steel-concrete structures, bridges, tanks, offshore platforms and transmission lines. For details, visit: www.icass2018.com Australasian Association of Engineering Education (AAEE) Conference Hamilton, 9 to 12 December 2018 The AAEE conference is the premier engineering education conference for the southern hemisphere. It will see approximately 250 to 300 tertiary engineering educators and stakeholders gather together to discuss recent research, issues and trends related to educating engineers. For details, visit: http://www.aaee2018.com
Event Spotlight: 2019 National Manufacturing Summit Weld Australia is pleased to announce that we will again host the National Manufacturing Summit in 2019. The 2018 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 would like to register your interest to attend, sponsor or participate in the Summit in 2019, please do so via the website. Weld Australia is happy to tailor a package to suit your needs.
Now Available: 2018 IIW Conference Documents All documents from the 2018 IIW Conference held in Bali are now available upon request. An updated list for each commission can be found on the member login (under Documents). For more information or to request specific documents, please contact Adam Coorey on a.coorey@weldaustralia.com.au.
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