Weld Connect - November 2022

Upcoming Training Courses

Weld Australia Partners with TAFEs on AS 1796 Certificates 1-9

IIW IWI-B Training at Peabody

In-House Welding Supervisor Course for ASC

Augmented Reality Welder Training at Tullawong High School

Students at St Joseph’s Nudgee College Try Welding

Fusion Welding Courses

It is with great sadness that I inform all Weld Australia members that our great friend and colleague, Paolo Corronca has returned home to Sardinia.

Paolo had only recently joined Weld Australia (then the WTIA) from Italy, and was acting as company photographer, when I took on the role of CEO at Weld Australia in 2014.

Paolo had recently arrived in Australia from Italy with a Masters Degree in Engineering and a newly minted International Welding Engineer (IWE) qualification. Prior to joining Weld Australia, Paolo had been a Mechanical Engineer at Remosa SpA in Italy—a manufacturer of valves and actuating systems for the oil and gas market. In this role, Paolo

had managed over 100 international projects and supervised over 40 turnarounds and shut-downs.

It didn’t take me long to work out that his talents were being under-utilised as a photographer.

So, Paolo was initially promoted into the role of Manager for Industry Networks, in which he was responsible for the Power Generation, Defence and Infrastructure Groups. After 18 months in that role, he expressed an interest to join the Engineering team, to which I was happy to accede.

In this role, he relocated to Adelaide for a time, taking on the position of South Australian State Manager. He did very well in Adelaide, and passed an MBA with a high distinction while he was there.

On Paolo’s return to New South Wales, he was promoted again to become the head of our Qualification and Certification team. This was a role in which Paolo excelled.

He played a key role in growing AS/NZS ISO 3834 Quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials, EN 15085 Railway applications — welding of railway vehicles and components, and AS/NZS ISO 9606-1 Qualification test of welders — Fusion welding in Australia.

For the last two years, Paolo was our National Manager, Engineering. He oversaw all our engineering services, as well as our qualification and certification capabilities.

Paolo has a tremendously positive attitude towards life. His sense of humour and enthusiasm infected not only the entire company, but everyone who came into contact with him. His generosity made him popular with members and staff alike.

Every week, Paolo would come to me with a new idea or initiative that he wanted permission to implement. After about the fourth or fifth time, I told him just to go for it, and let me know if it had worked—inevitably, it always did. Paolo’s hard work and dedication made sure it did.

We recently held a farewell morning for Paolo at which our Chair, David Lake, presented Paolo with an Honorary Weld Australia Life Membership.

We were also pleased to announce that the IIW had approved our request to create the Paolo Corronca Scholarship. This will fund an Italian welding engineer to work in Australia on an exchange program.

Paolo is highly respected by the Weld Australia team, our members and the broader Australian welding industry. He was an absolute pleasure to work with. Paolo is an all together lovely bloke who will be sadly missed.

On behalf of the Weld Australia team, Board and all our members, I wish Paolo well for the future.

Crittenden CEO, Weld Australia

Geoff

Poalo Corronca.

A THANK YOU TO PAOLO CORRONCA FROM THE WELD AUSTRALIA TEAM

Bruce Cannon (Technical Publications Manager)

Paolo and I have had some great technical discussions on many issues over the years. I could never ask him a question without one coming back in return serve!

His insight into the background behind issues was amazing, as was his understanding of the application of AS/NZS ISO 3834.

I have greatly appreciated working with Paolo and benefitted from his dedication, enthusiasm and sense of humour, and have learnt much from him. He will be sorely missed.

Michael Pitt (National Manager Education & Training)

Paolo was an asset to Weld Australia. He had a real business mind and helped bring all the different parts of the business together to work collaboratively. He was extremely capable, flexible and just an excellent person to work with—a really good guy. It was a true pleasure to work with Paolo.

Michelle Bignold (National Manager, Sales and Marketing)

I had the pleasure of working with Paolo for three years. He was a wealth of knowledge on all our members, which really assisted me in my role. Paolo has had a big impact not only on our organisation, the people in it, and everyone that he has encountered along the way. A true inspirational leader of the industry.

Julie Fidler (Commercial Manager)

I miss Paolo so much! Great company and a valued colleague - ever ebullient, loud and funny but you couldn’t find a smarter guy and a harder worker. I wish him joy in every moment.

Guy Brooks (Training Manager)

Paolo was the first person to welcome me into the Weld Australia team. I am forever grateful for the support and advice he has offered me, and the friendship we have made. In addition to an amazing work ethic, Paolo is generous, helpful and questionably hilarious. On behalf of the Training team, we wish Paolo all the best on his adventures in Italy.

A THANK YOU TO PAOLO CORRONCA FROM THE WELD AUSTRALIA TEAM

Deniz Yalniz (Qualification and Certification Manager)

Paolo was a great mentor and manager. He will be missed.

Victor Blain (Engineering Team Manager – South and West)

It has been a pleasure having Paolo as a manager. His leadership, vision, commitment, as well as his vibrant and dynamic personality are a source of inspiration for me. The difference Paolo has made in the welding industry just cannot be measured. He will be greatly missed and I wish him all the best.

Mehdi Tajfar (Senior Welding Engineer)

Paolo has been an amazing colleague, a great inspiration, and a close friend to me since I started with Weld Australia.

His mentorship has an immense impact on developing everyone’s skills in the engineering team, and personally for me, a big influence towards becoming a professional. His absence from the team is very noticeable as he has been always a force in the engineering team, always energetic and very optimistic.

We will be always in debt to Paolo’s endless efforts for the organisation. I wish him well and I hope we can work together again sometime soon.

Arya Sharifian (Welding Engineer)

I had the pleasure of working with Paolo in the Qualification and Certification Department for four years. During those years, I found Paolo not only an amazing colleague, but also a person who is always willing to help others voluntarily.

Paolo’s great sense of humour helped us to carry on during the tough period of the pandemic and his creativity always helped the business unit. I wish him the best of luck in his new chapter of life.

Laya Pourabdi (Qualification and Certification Coordinator)

Paolo is the best manager I’ve ever worked with. I was so lucky to have him as my manager. His positive energy, bright ideas, laughter, and the smell of the cafes he made every single day made work so much more enjoyable! Paolo may not be present in the office anymore, but his energy will continue to inspire us every day.

QUICKSTEP TO MANUFACTURE F-35 COMPONENTS FOR NORTHROP GRUMMAN

Northrop Grumman has signed a six-year contract with Quickstep Holdings for the delivery of Australian-made components for the F-35 aerospace program. Work will be performed in Quickstep’s headquarters in Sydney, New South Wales. Northrop manufactures the centre fuselage section for all three F-35 variants.

In 2012, Quickstep joined Northrop Grumman’s global supply chain for the F-35 and has since become the global aerospace company’s largest Australian supplier for the program.

“Northrop Grumman has an unwavering commitment to help grow Australia’s sovereign defence industry,” Christine Zeitz, general manager for Northrop Grumman Asia Pacific. “Quickstep Holdings is a long-time member

of our global supply chain, providing critical capability into one of the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF) most important programs, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration over the coming years,” Zeitz added.

More than 50 directly-contracted Australian businesses have made significant contributions to the design and development phases of the program.

Northrop Grumman works with Lockheed Martin to design, develop, manufacture, and maintain F-35 multirole fighters for the United States and its allies. February 2022 saw the 900th delivery of Northrop Grumman’s fuselage for the program.

Quickstep is the largest private aerospace composite component manufacturer in Australia and operates in Sydney, Geelong, Melbourne, and Dallas. The company employs over 280 people.

BAE Systems Australia recently contracted AML3D to investigate the feasibility and prototyping of components to support their contract to design and build nine Hunter class frigates. The prototype components intend to offer higher strength properties while providing an alternative to traditionally cast items for future builds.

As the world’s first large-scale 3D metal printing company to be accredited by Lloyd’s Register and to secure Additive Manufacturing Facility Accreditation from DNV, AML3D is a leader in providing certified highstrength components to the Marine Industry.

The contract for prototype Hunter class components follows a commercial validation testing program, initiated in October 2020. The validation testing demonstrates AML3D’s WAM® technology is a cost-effective manufacturing solution with the potential to minimise lead-times and meet BAE Systems Australia’s internal standards for additive manufactured components.

The prototype parts are slated for delivery in the last quarter of 2022.

MADE IN QUEENSLAND FUNDING NOW OPEN

Made in Queensland (MIQ) is a $101.5 million Queensland Government program helping small and medium sized manufacturers to increase international competitiveness, productivity and innovation via the adoption of new technologies, and to generate highskilled jobs for the future.

Since 2017, MIQ has supported 104 advanced manufacturing projects across the state. It is expected to create more than 1,700 jobs over 5 years and generate more than $140 million in private sector investment. The MIQ program is part of the Queensland Advanced Manufacturing 10-Year Roadmap and Action Plan to support our manufacturers.

The applicant guidelines for the $20 million Round Five of the funding are now available. Applications close at 9.00am on 12 December 2022. Access the application form today.

If you are based in Queensland, you are encouraged to apply if you’re looking to adopt the processes, practises and equipment of Industry 4.0; implementing projects that include energy efficiency, export, reshoring, supply chain improvements, sustainability or decarbonisation.

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BOOST TO FACTORY OF THE FUTURE

Federal Minister for Industry and Science, Ed Husic, recently announced that funding of $10.1 million will be allocated to help Flinders University grow the Factory of the Future, at the Tonsley Innovation District in Adelaide.

Husic said the Factory of the Future would work with more than 200 small-to-medium enterprises to build their technological capabilities and help them gain a foothold in critical supply chains.

“We want Australia to be a country that makes things both now and well into the future. The state-of-the art facility will help develop a dedicated workforce to bridge skills gaps in digital and advanced manufacturing technologies,” Minister Husic said.

It’s estimated that more than 100 students a year from Flinders University will benefit from the Factory of the Future. The facility will be co-funded by investment by the South Australian Government and Flinders University, with Federal funding delivered over three years.

South Australia’s Deputy Premier and Minister for Industry, Innovation and Science, Dr Susan Close MP, said: “The combined funding will help small-to-medium South Australian businesses access major defence programs and other manufacturing projects and enterprises.”

HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT PROSTATE CANCER?

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer diagnosed in men in Australia and the third most common cause of cancer death.

Prostate cancer happens when abnormal cells develop and grow in the prostate. These abnormal cells can continue to multiply and sometimes spread. In most men, prostate cancer is a slow growing disease. If it stays inside the prostate gland and grows slowly, it may never cause a problem. However, in some men the cancer may grow more quickly and can cause problems that can impact on their life expectancy.

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) recently released the latest figures on prostate cancer incidence, mortality, and survival in Australia.

The latest forecast predicts that for 2022, Australia will record the highest number of prostate cancer cases ever recorded, with 24,217 cases expected to be diagnosed.

One in 6 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer by the age of 85.

Prostate cancer has one of the highest survival rates of all cancers, with 95% of men likely to survive five years or more. About 220,000 Australian men are alive today after a diagnosis of prostate cancer.

Should I have a PSA test?

Men over age 50, or 40 with a family history of prostate cancer, should talk to their doctor about testing for prostate cancer using the PSA test as part of their regular health check-up.

Men should make an informed decision about testing based on the latest available evidence on the benefits and potential harms of testing and subsequent treatment for prostate cancer.

Further Information

For further information, reach out to the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. You can call 1800 22 00 99, email enquiries@pcfa.org.au or visit pcfa.org.au

Do you need a PSA test?

Do you have a family history of prostate cancer?

NO. Talk to your doctor about PSA testing starting at age 50.

YES. Talk to your doctor about PSA testing starting at age 40.

If you develop symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately, regardless of age.

A PSA Test is a simple blood test for the early detection of prostate cancer. Your GP can order the blood test for you. Call

1800 22 00 99

pcfa.org.au

2022 ENDEAVOUR AWARDS

Australian manufacturing came together to celebrate local innovation and expertise at the 19th annual 2022 Endeavour Awards in early November.

The Endeavour Awards saw a high calibre of entrants representing Australia with innovative ideas, new technologies and the best in supply chain strategies. This year’s finalists showcased what Australia had to offer the world in manufacturing.

Weld Australia was proud to sponsor the Best Industrial IoT Application Award. This Award recognises an application used in smart factories, to improve the manufacturing process. A big congratulations to Roobuck for taking out the award, as well as the finalists: Successful Endeavours and Coolon.

Weld Australia’s Excellence Awards are one of the most prestigious events on the

The Awards embody and promote the highest standards of craftsmanship, quality and professionalism. All the awards being presented at sold-out events held across the country in late November and early December 2022.

After a record number of entries and an exceptional calibre across the board, it was a hard-fought contest this year. All of our runners up and winners should be incredibly proud of their achievement. Keep an eye out for the December edition of Weld Connect, which will

WITH THANKS TO OUR AWARDS SPONSORS

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feature all our 2022 award winners.

Geoff Crittenden (CEO, Weld Australia) presents the 2022 Endeavour Award for Best Industrial IoT Application Award to Roobuck.

Weld Australia would like to thank all its members for their continued support this year. It’s now time to renew your Weld Australia membership for 2023.

You should have already received an email with instructions on how to do this. If not, the quickest and easiest way to renew your membership today is via our secure payment gateway - click here to renew now.

As always, please feel free to reach out to our Membership Manager David Choudry on 0417 878 104 or email membership@weldaustralia.com.au if you have any suggestions or questions.

A Year in Review

While 2022 presented challenges such as supply chain issues and skilled labour shortages, Australia’s welding industry has continued to go from strength to strength. In fact, our 2022 Member Survey indicated that most fabrication businesses have a very strong pipeline of work, capacity for additional work, and rate the prospects of their business as strong.

Weld Australia members continue to lead the way in innovation, environmental sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and health and safety. We are extremely proud to be your peak body.

We’ve been busy behind the scenes at Weld Australia too. Our advocacy work paid dividends this year. Focused on issues such skill shortages, onshoring and local content procurement, renewable energy and adherence to quality standards, we generated significant media coverage and political interest.

As we acclimatised to the ‘new normal’ in a postCOVID world, our calendar of in-person events returned across the country. We also hosted a very successful and much expanded program of Welding Excellence Awards.

Our training department went from strength to strength, with over 600 students completing courses this year. Our work on the MEM2.0 project with the National TAFE Consortium continued, with pilot programs run in Western Australia. We expanded our Advanced Manufacturing School Outreach Program in New South Wales significantly, with over 80 welding simulators installed in more than 40 schools.

Finally, our VET Centre of Excellence program with Corrections Victoria at HM Prison Langi Kal Kal commenced and is already returning great results.

It’s the ongoing support from members that allows us to continue advocating for the welding industry in Australia, and we wholeheartedly thank you for your role in that this year. We hope you continue your support in 2023.

Weld Australia membership is an investment in the success of your career or your business. We will help you increase your income, decrease your costs and give you a competitive advantage over non-members.

Questions? Queries? Wondering how Weld Australia can help support your business, staff or career progression?

Contact David Choudry (Membership Manager, Weld Australia) on d.choudry@weldaustralia.com.au to set up a 30 minute Zoom chat. David will take you through the ways that we can help. JOIN

A WARM WELCOME TO WELD AUSTRALIA’S NEWEST TEAM MEMBERS

Weld Australia would like to welcome two new team members. Jane You has joined us in the role of Accountant, and Gisele Miranda in the role of Audit Certification Coordinator.

Jane You (Accountant)

Jane brings in-depth expertise in financial reporting, business performance analysis and tax to her role, as well as exceptional research and problem solving skills.

Prior to joining Weld Australia, Jane gained extensive experience in both public sector and SME accounting. Jane also has experience in the information technology sector, having taken on the roles of Head of Accounts and Finance Officer for a cyber security firm and a web development agency. In these roles, Jane coordinated various reports, and identified and implemented improvements in financial processes including billing, invoicing and automation of bookkeeping.

A Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Jane holds several professional qualifications, including a Master of Commerce (Accounting), and a Bachelor of Computer Science.

Gisele Miranda (Audit Certification Coordinator)

Gisele Miranda has joined Weld Australia’s engineering team in the role of Audit Certification Coordinator.

With a career spanning 10 years, Gisele has expertise in administration, business management and accounts. She has experience in a broad range of areas, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, database management, financial reporting, invoicing, reception, and more.

Having worked in industries as diverse as manufacturing, commercial printing, motoring and agriculture, Gisele brings strong customer service skills and a high level of energy and attention to detail to the role.

Gisele holds a Bachelor of Administration, and Advanced Diploma of Business Management and recently completed an introduction to accounting course at TAFE NSW.

Jane You (Accountant)

Gisele Miranda (Audit Certification Coordinator)

GET INVOLVED IN THE CORRECTIONS

VICTORIA VET CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE PROGRAM

In 2022, Corrections Victoria expanded the VET Centre of Excellence model to deliver Fusion Welding to ISO 9606 certification standard to complement the Metal Fabrication industry at Langi Kal Kal prison. Federation University delivers the training program with the support of Weld Australia and on-site prison industry staff.

As part of the program, augmented reality (AR) training was introduced to expand the welding skills of the prisoner learners to meet international standards. A welding workshop sits alongside the AR training room so that participants can work on projects to use and practice their welding skills in the physical as well as virtual environments.

To participate in the program, prisoners are invited to submit an Expression of Interest and then selected through an interview process. Up to eight participants can be accommodated in the intensive 14-week program.

The VET Centre of Excellence model links participating prisoners with prospective employers and pre- and post-release support service providers. These connections provide prisoners with sustainable pathways to employment and support to reintegrate to society post- release.

One of students said: “I wanted to take part in this course to not only further my knowledge and experience of welding but to be able to give myself the ability to provide a positive, reliable, and sustainable future for my family.”

“When I am released I am keen to find as much work as possible in the engineering trade working in the railways, or similar areas that require good welders. I don’t see my life revolving around prison and I want to have real work opportunities in the community when I’m released.”

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Australia is facing a looming shortage of skilled welders—70,000 additional welders will be needed in the next 10 years.

VET training and employment pathways as part of prisoner rehabilitation could help alleviate some of these skills shortages.

The national roll out of the VET Centre of Excellence model will require commitment and collaboration from industry nationally in providing secure employment opportunities for prisoners post-release.

If you’d like to get involved as a prospective employer, click on the link below and complete this quick and easy Expression of Interest form.

Soldamatic welder training at HM Prison Langi Kal Kal.

Geoff Crittenden and Jeff Wanliss inspect a prisoners welding at the Welding Employment Expo.

WELDING TECHNOLOGY EVENT

Book in now for your free one-on-one technical consultation and live demonstration session.

Be part of an interactive and engaging demonstration featuring welding cobots, EWM welders, and EWM Xnet. The event will showcase tomorrow’s technology today with demonstrations on the latest in industry 4.0 practices, data collation methodologies—delivered by a team of robotic specialists and engineers. Plus discover how education and training come together to help industry with Weld Australia’s Soldamatic augmented reality welding simulator and the new welding cobot seen for first time in Australia!

A great opportunity to see how the latest in welding technology can make a difference to your productivity. Ask your questions to a host of industry experts in a relaxed environment. Drinks and nibbles provided.

Event Details

Places are limited so please RSVP at your earliest convenience.

When: Tuesday 29 November and Wednesday 30 November 2022

Where: BOC Gas & Gear Tamworth

2D Belmore Street, Taminda RSVP: By 24 November 2022

Contact: Rod Brown (BOC) on 0447 058 743 or Rod.Brown@boc.com

For further information, visit the Weld Australia website

SUCCESSFUL WELDER CERTIFICATION AUDITS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Ross O’Bryan (Engineering Team Manager – East, Weld Australia) recently performed several successful audits for AS/NZS ISO 3834 Quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials, including at ABFI, Berg Engineering’s Brisbane and Gladstone facilities, and GMG’s Maryborough and Gladstone facilities. GMG’s Maryborough facility was also audited for EN 15085 Railway applications — Welding of railway vehicles and components and DIN 2303 Welding and allied processes - Quality requirements to be met by production and maintenance companies for military products.

ABFI Steel

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 Steel specialises in heavy steel fabrication, large diameter steel tublars and design and development services for the government and mining sectors.

Berg Engineering

Berg Engineering has built a reputation for excellence on the back of two generations, and more than five decades, of Berg family passion. Founded in 1972, Berg has grown from a single room operation into multimillion dollar business. With over 7,000m2 of factory space and 23,000m2 of external laydown, Berg has a 100 person strong workforce across two sites. Their multi-discipline workforce includes capabilities across engineering, estimating, NDT, welding, fabrication, fitting, and valve and pump repair and maintenance. Berg also offers NATA endorsed NDT facilities and hydro-testing facilities.

GMG

Established in 1982, GMG is dedicated to customer service, exceptional and consistent quality, and advancements in technology, equipment and infrastructure. GMG operates from two sites—in Maryborough and Gladstone, Queensland—over a shared 7,000m2 of workshop space. GMG offers a complete turn-key operation, employing a range of skilled and highly trained personnel who operate on a rotating 24 hour roster capacity. Their services cover the entire lifecycle of metal manufacturing.

Duplex stainless steel repairs using Berg’s TIP TIG machine.

SUCCESSFUL AS/NZS ISO 3834 AUDUT AT A & B WELDING IN THE NORTHERN TERRITORY

Ross O’Bryan (Engineering Team Manager – East, Weld Australia) recently conducted an AS/NZS ISO 3834 Quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials audit at A & B Welding in Darwin.

Established in Darwin in 1986, A & B Welding was the first company in Australia to obtain certification to AS/NZS ISO 3834.2. They remain the only company in the Northern Territory certified to the standard. A & B Welding are specialists in all alloy and carbon steel piping, fabrication and welding, their experience and technical knowledge of even the most complex fabrication and welding applications is extremely impressive.

The company operates from a custom built facility located in East Arm, which features a 2,200m2 undercover workshop and a 5,747m2 hardstand, plus offices and amenities. It is from this facility that A & B Welding delivers a range of superior quality services, including all types of pipe fabrications, from basic straight spools, through to highly complex configurations for low-pressure systems and extremely high-pressure applications.

In addition, A & B Welding has extensive experience dealing with complex specifications and offers specialised services, such as live welding, offshore and remote site work, and hydrostatic testing.

According to Ross, “At A & B Welding, quality is their culture. They live and breathe their quality system. It is really impressive to see, and clear as to why they achieved, and continue to be re-certified in, AS/NZS ISO 3834.2.”

A keen focus on quality has been key to A & B Welding’s success over the last 35 years. According to Grant Ryan (Managing Director, A & B Welding and Chair of Weld Australia’s Northern Territory Committee), “We have built our business based on quality workmanship, integrity and reputation. This is evident by the amount of repeat business A & B Welding enjoys today, signaling our clients’ confidence with our performance.”

“The Northern Territory is often a tough climate, given our remoteness to the rest of the country. By adopting principles that promote superior quality workmanship and accreditations, we’ve proved that it’s not only possible to survive, but to thrive, in the Northern Territory,” said Ryan.

JOIN THE NORTHERN TERRITORY COMMITTEE

If you’re keen to join Weld Australia’s Northern Territory Committee, phone (02) 8748 0100 or email membership@weldaustralia.com.au

A & B Welding’s 2,200m2 facility in East Arm.

Welding 500nb sch120 Duplex flowlines for Bayu Undan WHP for ConocoPhillips.

L to R: Simon Moldrich, Brad Talbot, Grant Ryan, Nigel Rankine and Jennifer Brant.

Installing main process piping offshore on the Challis Venture FPSO in the Timor Sea.

ADVANCED

SCHOOL OUTREACH PROGRAM

Over the last month, Weld Australia continued the rollout of the Advanced Manufacturing School Outreach Program in New South Wales. Guy Brooks (Training Manager) set up and commissioned Soldamatic augmented reality welding simulators at six high schools in the Nowra region. He also facilitated two training sessions for teachers across the region, held at Muswellbrook High School and Camden Haven High School.

An Overview of the Program

In June 2020 NSW Department of Education and Training (DET) ordered 32 augmented reality welding simulators to be deployed on a pilot program in 16 schools. The schools ranged from the Wagga Wagga, Lake Illawarra and Dapto high schools in southern New South Wales, to the Gorokan and Kurri Kurri High Schools in the Lower Hunter region.

During October and November 2020, Weld Australia commissioned the machines and conducted training for teaching staff. The first pilot commenced at the beginning of Term 1 in 2021. The simulators have been used to teach high school students studying subjects like Manufacturing and Engineering; and Industrial Technology (Metal).

Based on the success of the first pilot program, the NSW Department of Education ordered a further 22 simulators in late 2021 for another 12 high schools in regional areas including Cobar, Bourke, Broken Hill, Bathurst, Temora, West Wyalong, Shepherds Park and Junee. In 2022, a further 28 simulators were ordered and commissioned, with Weld Australia delivering teacher training for 14 high schools. To date, 82 welding simulators are installed at 40 high schools across New South Wales.

WELD AUSTRALIA’S EXAM CALENDAR

Do you need to book an exam through WeldQ?

We’ve made the process even easier, with our new exam calendar, which can be accessed via the WeldQ homepage. The calendar includes all exam dates for 2022, making planning ahead as simple as possible.

Just some of the upcoming exam dates include:

• Friday 25 November: AS 1796 Certificate 1-9 Theory Online Exam

• Friday 25 November: IWI-B C3 Practical Exam

• Tuesday 6 December: IIW IWI-B & IWI-S WTE-S and WTE-B Online Exam

• Wednesday 7 December: IIW IWS SA3 Online Exam

• Thursday 15 December: National Welding Supervisor B1and B2 Exam

• Friday 16 December: AS 1796 1-9 Certificates Theory Online Exam

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4. 3 x social media posts

Gold Package: $5,000

Our ‘Gold Package’ provides great value for money, as well as fantastic impact and exposure:

1. Australian Welding: 1 x full back cover advert

2. Weld Connect: 1 x back cover advert

3. Weekly Wrap-Up: 1 x right-hand sidebar advert (420px x 250px) in 3 x editions

4. 2 x social media posts

Silver Package: $4,000

Our ‘Silver Package’ provides great value for money, as well as great impact and exposure:

1. Australian Welding: 1 x full page advert

2. Weld Connect: 1 x full page advert

3. Weekly Wrap-Up: 1 x right-hand sidebar advert (420px x 250px) in 2 x editions

4. 1 x social media post

Weld Australia would like to congratulate the following people on becoming newly qualified over the last month.

AS 1796 CERTIFICATES 1-9

• Ryan Thompson (Certificates 2, 4, 5 and 7)

• Tyron Ashton (Certificates 2, 4, 5 and 7)

• Corey Philip (Certificate 2, 4)

• Benjamin Jessup (Certificate 7)

• Cameron Mackenzie (Certificate 7)

• Elpidio Duag (Certificate 7)

• Jack Chessum (Certificate 7)

• Kieran Bergin (Certificate 7)

• Lincoln Albanese (Certificate 7)

• Marshall Stasinowsky (Certificate 7)

• Mitchell Knight (Certificate 7)

• Samuel Dwyer (Certificate 7)

• Aaron Heilig (Certificates 8G and 9)

AS 1796 CERTIFICATE 10

• Gavin Ainsworth

• Justin Lindell

• Mark Seiter

• Michael Todd

AS 2214

• Merrill De Gee

• Tyler Hernon

• Steven Hixon

• Wade Holz

• Andrew Hooper

• Justin Lindell

• Mark Seiter

IIW IWS

• Matthew Pinner

IIW IWI-B

• Lachlan Betts

• Terry Morton

• Travis Van Rooy

IIW IWE

• Ahmed Mohamed

Australian Standards are increasingly placing more importance on the role of Welding Engineers. In fact, predictions show that an International Welding Engineer (IWE) qualification will be in increasingly high demand over the coming years. This course can help boost your earning potential and job stability. With four modules and a practical session, this course will kick off on Thursday 16 March 2023. If you’re keen to kick-start your welding career, start with this course

ENROL NOW

The Welding Fundamentals online course gives professionals an understanding of some of the issues that may arise with welded components, and provides an overview of welding processes, weld defects, testing and welder qualification as required by various Australian and international Standards. This highly engaging online course will start on Wednesday 8 February 2023. It might not be until next year, but the course is already filling fast. Don’t miss out—book now!

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An AS1796 Welding Certificate is—by far—the most well known and requested welder certification in Australia. It is referenced in both structural steel and pressure equipment Standards.

The training covers topics like safety, welding terms and symbols, heat treatment and control, cutting and gouging, arc conditions, welding procedures and regulations, welding equipment and so much more.

This course is run across eight weeks, with 15 sessions delivered online, live via Zoom. Participants have the opportunity to ask questions, in real time, of our experienced welding technology trainer.

Kicking off on 23 January 2023, there are limited spots available. Enrol online today to avoid disappointment

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WELD AUSTRALIA PARTNERS WITH TAFEs NATIONALLY ON AS 1796 CERTIFICATES 1-9

An AS 1796 Welding Certificate is one of the most widely accepted and requested welder certifications. It is used in both structural and pressure equipment Standards.

Weld Australia delivers the theory training for AS 1796 Certificates 1-9. Students are then required to complete the practical training and examination at a TAFE or a similar training organisation.

While Weld Australia does not conduct the practical training, we do partner with four highly professionally TAFEs across the nation, including:

Federation University: Regional Victoria’s largest education institution, Federation University has campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland and and approximately 1,300 committed staff. For further details, contact Tony Monagle via a.monagle@federation.edu.au.

TAFE Gippsland: With campuses throughout eastern Victoria, from Warragul to Lakes Entrance, TAFE Gippsland offers a diverse range of high quality training programs. For further details, contact enquiries@tafegippsland.edu.au.

TAFE Queensland: With campuses in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, North and Far North Queensland, Darling Downs and Wide Bay Burnett, TAFE Queensland delivers job-focused training. For further details, visit: tafeqld.edu.au/ contact/enquire.

TAFE SA: South Australia’s largest vocational education and training provider. TAFE SA delivers job-focused training across a range of industries, at locations across the state. For further details, contact: SEOShortCourses@tafesa.edu.au.

An International Welding Specialist (IWS) qualification will expand your career. This IIW qualification is advised for all Responsible Welding Coordinators, and recommended in AS/NZS ISO 3834 and ISO 14731. An IWS understands the factors that influence welding quality and conditions, how to oversee welders effectively, and the variables that help to maximise site productivity. This highly engaging online course will start on Monday 27 February 2023. It might not be until next year, but the course is already filling fast. Don’t miss out—book now!

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IWT often manage, supervise, and oversee all company welding activities at a highly technical level. As such, you will likely have overall responsibility for the quality and coordination of all on site welding activities – a strong bonus for your resume. An International Welding Technologist (IWT) qualification is a strongly advised qualification for Responsible Welding Coordinators, and highly recommended in both AS/NZS ISO 3834 and ISO 14731. With four modules, this course will kick off on Thursday 16 March. Places are limited, so be sure to book early to avoid disappointment

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IN-HOUSE IIW INTERNATIONAL WELDING INSPECTOR - BASIC (IWI-B) TRAINING AT PEABODY

Weld Australia recently facilitated in-house training for the IIW International Welding Inspector - Basic (IWI-B) qualification at Peabody in Mudgee. Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel.

Recommended in both AS/NZS ISO 3834 and AS/NZS 1554.1, the IWI-B the expands your career as a welding inspector.

This internationally recognised course provides extensive knowledge surrounding welding, inspection theory and application. It includes theoretical components such as mechanical and visual inspection techniques; inspection procedures and acceptance criteria; identification of weld imperfections associated with pre-production; fabrication and post fabrication; and much more.

IN-HOUSE WELDING SUPERVISOR FOR ASC IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Weld Australia recently facilitated in-house Welding Supervisor training for ASC according to AS 1796 Certificate 10 and AS 2214 in Perth.

Welding Supervisors play a vital role in industry, they understand the factors that influence welding quality, how to oversee welders effectively, and the variables that help maximise productivity. A Welding Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all welding meets the appropriate standards.

Welding Supervisors understand the sector’s complex theoretical knowledge, and how it applies in practice. By pursuing a career in this area, you can open yourself up to many new professional qualities – leadership, teamwork, communication, responsibility and problem solving. DISCOVER

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Joe Sandor (Principal Welding Technology Trainer) demonstrates calculations.

Peabody team members.

Bailey Greathead (Welding Technology Trainer) presents to the Peabody team.

STUDENTS AT ST JOSEPH’S NUDGEE COLLEGE TRY THEIR HAND AT WELDING

Students at St Joseph’s Nudgee College also had the opportunity to try their hand at welding this month. Adam Coorey again provided training on Soldamatic augmented reality simulators, in line with ISO 9606-1 Qualification testing of welders—Fusion welding.

Another 30 students had the opportunity to undertake the training, and most performed at levels to be expected of experienced welders within two hours.

AUGMENTED REALITY WELDER TRAINING AT TULLAWONG STATE HIGH SCHOOL

Adam Coorey (Regional Training Coordinator, Weld Australia) spent some time at Tullawong State High School in Caboolture this month.

Over 30 students had the opportunity to try welding for the first time using the Soldamatic augmented reality welding simulators. The students were taught according to ISO 9606-1 Qualification testing of welders—Fusion welding. Students were given a real Weld Procedure Specification (WPS) to read and practice. By the end of the session, most of the students were able to lay virtual welds within the parameters of the WPS.

Terry Young MP, Federal Minister for Longman, visited Tullawong State High School and took up the welding challenge, giving the Soldamatics a try himself.

According to Terry, “Adam from Weld Australia was enthusiastically instructing the students on the virtual welding machine...This is an incredible piece of machinery helps train students with real skills in a safe environment. It was really exciting to see students being interested in trade practices that they may (or may not) take up in the future.”

Terry Young MP, Federal Minister for Longman.

Students at St Joseph’s Nudgee College

There are two fusion welding courses that adhere to ISO 9606 Qualification test of welders on Training.gov.au. This is the authoritative source of nationally recognised training and Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). These two courses were developed in Victoria in 2018 and use augmented reality welding simulators as a key component of the training.

TRANSITION WORKERS

To be awarded a certificate for the Course in Fusion Welding to AS/NZS ISO 9606 for Transition Workers, you must successfully complete seven units of competency (four core and three elective). Core units:

• Simulate fusion welding processes using augmented reality equipment

• Identify welding processes, safe welding practices and use of hand and power tools

• Interpret and apply AS/NZS ISO 9606 for fusion welding processes

• Perform fusion welding procedures to meet the procedures of ISO 96061 (Steels – carbon steels)

EXPERIENCED WELDERS

To be awarded a Statement of Attainment for the Course in Fusion Welding to AS/NZS ISO 9606 for Experienced Welders, you must successfully complete three units of competency (one core and two elective). The core unit is: Interpret and apply AS/NZS ISO 9606 for fusion welding processes.

FURTHER INFORMATION

For further information, contact: training@weldaustralia.com.au

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Enrol in a fusion welding course through any Advanced Welder Training Centre below.

ACT

Canberra Institute of Technology cit.edu.au 81 Mildura Street, Fyshwick

Queensland TAFE Queensland tafeqld.edu.au

• Cairns Campus: Gatton, Newton, Eureka and, Wilkinson Streets, Manunda

• Townsville (Trade Centre Bohle) Campus: 763 Ingham Road, Bohle

• Toowoomba Campus: 100 Bridge Street, Toowoomba City

• Ashmore Campus: Benowa Road & Heeb Street, Ashmore

• Nambour Campus: 91 Windsor Road, Burnside

• Bundaberg Campus: 118 Walker Street, Bundaberg West

Tasmania Tasmanian Minerals and Energy Council tasminerals.com.au 13 Wellington Street, Burnie Victoria Box Hill Institute boxhill.edu.au 465 Elgar Road, Box Hill, Melbourne

Bendigo TAFE bendigotafe.edu.au 23 Mundy Street, Bendigo

Federation University federation.edu.au Lydiard Street South, Ballarat

For further information, contact Disha Mistry on d.mistry@weldaustralia.com.au