Weld Connect May 2018

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A Message from the CEO

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National Manufacturing Summit

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National Manufacturing Week

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Weld Australia News & Insights

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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 Training Calendar

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Upcoming Events

Weld Australia Contact Information National Office Building 3, Level 3, Suite 5 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 Chief Executive Officer Geoff Crittenden T: +61 (0)2 8748 0100 E: g.crittenden@weldaustralia.com.au

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

Membership Manager & Advertising 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

Editorial Content Sally Wood T: +61 (0)434 442 687 E: sally@wordly.com.au

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A Message from the CEO I would like to thank all our members for your considered feedback and input throughout this process.

Our core values and our mission remain unchanged – we will continue to represent the interests of members and safeguard the public by ensuring the integrity of in-service welds, and to promote the use of best practice technology and quality systems.

Geoff Crittenden (Chief Executive Officer, Weld Australia).

Weld Australia Officially Launched Following the Extraordinary General Meeting of members held on 6 March 2018 in Sydney, it is my pleasure to advise you that the membership voted overwhelmingly in favour of accepting the proposed change of the company’s name from the Welding Technology Institute of Australia (WTIA) to Weld Australia.

This change of name offers many benefits to the organisation: • Cements the organisation’s reputation as the peak welding industry body throughout Australia • Is timeless and much more memorable; regardless of the future direction of the organisation, the new name will remain all-encompassing • Communicates that the organisation is modern, dynamic and forward-thinking • Better encompasses the organisation’s broad areas of expertise and focus

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Member events

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Hotline queries resolved

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State Division Committee meetings

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Meeting with State Government

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Newly trained International Welding Inspectors

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Memorandums of Understanding signed

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Newly trained Welding Engineers

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Welders registered on the Australian Welder Certification Register

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Newly trained International Welding Specialists

Meetings with welding industry stakeholders

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Be Sure to Vote for Your Weld Australia Council Members This year, our call for nominations to sit on the Weld Australia Council has been met with a stellar response of high calibre candidates from amongst our membership base.

It is fantastic that so many of our members are willing to give up their time to help continue our efforts in securing the future of the Australian welding industry, and to assist with our transformation to Weld Australia.

It is therefore extremely important that all Weld Australia members take the time to vote in the upcoming Council elections. By casting your vote, you can be confident that you have the right people in office who will best represent your interests.

All members will be emailed details on the Council elections in the next few days, including instructions on how to vote online. Be sure to keep an eye on your inbox.

Welcome to Weld Australia’s Newest Team Member I’d like to welcome a new Weld Australia team member. Michael Pitt has joined as our National Business Development Manager.

I encourage you to make Michael feel welcome.

Michael will play an important role in the delivery of one of Weld Australia’s largest initiatives—the Advanced Welder Training Centres.

The purpose of the Centres is to quickly qualify welders to the standard required by ISO 9606-1 Qualification testing of welders Fusion welding. This will ensure a strong supply of capable welders, ready to deliver defence industry projects. Weld Australia currently has proposals pending for the establishment of nine Advanced

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A Message from the CEO Welder Training Centres around Australia.

Michael will liaise with TAFE and industry to deliver the Centres, and develop new opportunities in areas such as training, consulting, and certification. For further information about Michael and his experience, please see page 7.

Visit to Melbourne In late April, I visited Melbourne.

Whilst in Melbourne, I had the opportunity to meet with a number of existing and potential Weld Australia members. Just some of the companies with whom I met included Robot TechnologiesSystems Australia (RTA), Yarra Trams, Hardchrome Engineering in Yallourne, Alinta Energy Loy Yang B, and the Geelong Manufacturing Council.

I had a particularly successful meeting with Adrian Boden from the South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance (SEMMA).

SEMMA is a peak industry group representing more than 200 leading manufacturers based in South East Melbourne.

Almost half of Victoria’s manufactured products are created in the region, contributing strongly to the State’s economy.

SEMMA is very supportive of the work that Weld Australia is currently undertaking, particularly as there is a real shortage of welders in their own membership.

I also met with representatives from the Industry Capability Network (ICN) and the Cross Yarra Partnership (CYP), who are responsible for the delivery of the Melbourne Metro Tunnel.

The focus of this meeting was the welding requirements that will be needed to build the massive 9km twin rail tunnels and five new underground stations.

Visit to Adelaide I also visited Adelaide in April to attend the 5th South Australian Space Forum. With more than 300 people in attendance, the Forum outlined the Government’s plans for the Australian Space Agency. Some of the keynote speakers included Trevor Power (Head of Industry Growth Division, Department of Industry, Innovation and Science), Nick Stacy (Research Leader Intelligence Systems National Security & ISR Division, Department of Defence), and Michael Davis (Chair, Space Industry Association of Australia).

Whilst in Adelaide, I met with representatives from Naval Group Australia. Weld Australia is in discussions with Naval Group as to how Australian industry can support the manufacture of the Future Submarine Program.

Naval Group is Australia’s international design and build partner for the $50 billion Future Submarine Program, which will deliver the construction of 12 regionally superior submarines for the Australian Navy. In delivering the Program, Naval Group is committed to bolstering local industry, creating thousands of jobs and transferring worldclass technology, knowledge and expertise to Australian industry.

Finally, I had a successful meeting with senior management of the Naval Shipbuilding College (a joint venture between Kellogg Brown & Root and US shipbuilder Huntington Ingalls Industries), to discuss their requirements for training welders for the shipbuilding program.

Funding of $25 million for the College was announced a little over a year ago following the release of the National Shipbuilding Plan, which acknowledged that a skilled

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workforce was an essential part of the success of the plan.

The Naval Shipbuilding Plan outlined that the naval shipbuilding workforce is expected to grow to around 5,200 workers by the mid to late-2020s.

Several Australian partners are involved in the College, including the Defence Teaming Centre, the University of South Australia, the University of Adelaide, RMIT, Edith Cowan University, TAFESA, South Metro TAFE (WA), the Indigenous Defence Consortium, and the Australian Maritime College.

Geoff Crittenden CEO, Weld Australia

New Weld Australia Members: April 2018 Weld Australia would like to welcome the following new members who joined during the month of April: Individual Members • Stuart Thomas • Walid Hasaneen • Jamie Gallego • Bryce Exley • Cheryl Cartwright Corporate Members • Beenleigh Steel Fabrications: http://beenleighsteel.com.au • Brunton Engineering & Construction: https://www.brunteng.com To become a Weld Australia member, simply visit weldaustralia.com.au or contact us via 02 8748 0100 or membership@weldaustralia. com.au.

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NATIONAL MANUFACTURING SUMMIT 2018 SOLUTIONS TO CRITICAL ISSUES: ENERGY AND TECHNICAL TRAINING

Solutions to Critical Issues

2018 Program Highlights

Hosted by Weld Australia, the 2018 National Manufacturing Summit will be held at Parliament House in Canberra on Tuesday 26 June 2018. With the theme of Solutions to Critical Issues – Energy and Technical Training, the Summit will be attended by representatives from all the major stakeholders in Australia’s manufacturing sector—business, unions, universities, the financial sector, suppliers, and government.

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2018 Key Themes Australia’s manufacturing industry has survived a difficult period, in the face of both domestic and global challenges. However, several indicators now suggest that opportunities in manufacturing have improved significantly. Employment has increased over the last few years, exports and profits have expanded, and business confidence is positive. Yet, there are two major constraints holding back Australia’s manufacturing industry: energy insecurity and fragmented skills and training.

Given the increasing cost and unreliability of Australia’s energy supply, the Summit will highlight the importance of practical, innovative, sustainable and environmentally ethical solutions that will help ensure much needed certainty and security of energy supply to Australian manufacturing businesses.

The Summit will also focus on the importance of technical training to the future of Australian manufacturing, particularly the tangible steps that need to be taken now to ensure that Australia has the workforce capability to deliver major projects.

With an exciting line-up of industry experts, just some of the speakers already confirmed for the 2018 National Manufacturing Summit include:

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Neil Coulson (Victorian Skills Commissioner, Victoria State Government) The Hon Karen Andrews MP (Assistant Minister for Vocational Education and Skills) Pr Ross Garnaut (President, SIMEC ZEN Energy) Geoff Crittenden (CEO, Weld Australia) The Hon Doug Cameron (Shadow Minister for Skills, TAFE and Apprenticeships) Dr Jens Goennemann (Managing Director, Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre) Jim Stanford (Director, Centre for Future Work) Tanya Barden (CEO, Australian Food and Grocery Council) The Hon Mark Butler (Shadow Minister for Climate Change and Energy) David Chuter (CEO and Managing Director, Innovative Manufacturing CRC) Craig Robertson (CEO, TAFE Directors Australia) Jack Cullen (CEO and Co-Founder, JAR Aerospace)

Further Information For further information, or to sponsor or speak at the Summit, simply contact Weld Australia via: W: https://manufacturingsummit.com.au E: events@weldaustralia.com.au T: +61 2 8748 0100

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National Manufacturing Week With National Manufacturing Week (NMW) 2018 kicking off from 9 May at the Sydney Showground, more than 200 leading companies and 50 world-class speakers will be currently on-site, participating in one of the manufacturing sector events of the year.

Following a hugely successful event in 2017 in Melbourne, thousands of manufacturing representatives from more than 40 countries around the world registered to attend this year’s event, themed Where Innovation Meets Opportunity.

The three-day event provides an unrivalled opportunity for industry decision-makers to network, collaborate and learn about the next generation of technology and industry growth.

The conference program is split into three theatres – the Industry 4.0 Theatre, Business of Manufacturing Theatre and Safety First Theatre. The exhibition area will be divided into eleven Product Zones: advanced materials, additive manufacturing, automation and robotics, electrical, engineering, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), machine tools, industrial safety, supply chain and logistics, warehousing and materials handling, and welding technology.

Austrade will deliver the Opening Keynote Address in the Industry 4.0 Theatre on Day One. CEO Stephanie Fahey will speak on the importance of Australian

manufacturers diversifying and looking internationally to grow their business and the role innovation and Industry 4.0 can play in differentiating themselves to compete globally.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to join industry leaders during Innovation Stories, a panel hosted by the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre. The panel will be led by the Growth Centre’s Managing Director, Dr Jens Goennemann, and feature Mario Dimovski, Chief Founder of Tradiebot Industries; Bruce Jeffreys, Founder of Dresden Optics; Brad Parsons, CEO and Founder of Movus; Ty Hermans, Managing Director of Evolve Group; Lyn George Director of Austeng.

“We will showcase Australian manufacturers who are truly innovative, and winning business in the domestic and global marketplaces because of their focus on being competitive,” said Dr Jens Goennemann.

“We believe every Australian manufacturer has the potential to be advanced and National Manufacturing Week is a great

forum to share ideas and learn exactly how this is done.”

Weld Australia, supporters of the Welding Technology Product Zone, will be leading two sessions in the Industry 4.0 Theatre during the conference to discuss the new technologies that are transforming the welding sector.

Geoff Crittenden, CEO of Weld Australia, said: “Weld Australia is very much looking forward to the 2018 NMW event. NMW is always a great opportunity to discover the latest in industry trends and innovations, and network with likeminded manufacturing industry experts.”

NMW 2018 attendees will also have the opportunity to drop into the Sydney stopover of Inside 3D Printing Conference & Expo, the largest professional 3D printing and additive manufacturing event series worldwide. Attendees can explore the business applications of 3D printing through sessions led by industry experts, demonstrations of the latest 3D printers and services, and exposure to programming for designers, professionals, and makers.

National Manufacturing Week will run from 9 to 11 May 2018 at the Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park.

To register for the 2018 event, visit nationalmanufacturingweek.com.au.

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Weld Australia News & Insights Weld Australia would like to welcome Michael Pitt to the team. Michael has joined as Weld Australia’s National Business Development Manager and is based in Sydney. We encourage all our members to make Michael feel welcome. relationships with the university sector, industry and peak bodies to deliver outcomes that will impact locally and nationally in the area of training and development. Michael believes that both research and practice are highlighting the benefit of blended delivery models for the strongest educational outcomes.

This is an area of expertise in which Michael has both a strong passion and in-depth experience.

Michael Pitt (National Business Development Manager, Weld Australia).

Prior to joining Weld Australia, Michael held various positions with TAFE New South Wales. He initially commenced as a Teacher of Metal Fabrication and Welding, moving on to take on roles such as the Institute Labour Market Programs Coordinator, Head Teacher Metal Fabrication and Associated Processes, and Manager of the Manufacturing Industry Liaison Unit. Most recently, Michael was the Faculty Director for Trades and Technology.

Michael began his career as a Boilermaker Welding, before going on to become a Welding

Supervisor. Michael went on to gain a Diploma of Teaching, a Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies, and a Masters of Education before joining TAFE NSW. Michael’s key focus at Weld Australia will be to help deliver the Advanced Welder Training Centres around Australia. Michael will liaise with TAFE and industry to deliver the new Centres, and develop new opportunities in training, consulting and certification.

Industry News

Discover the latest industry news, views and events, via the newsletters of like-minded industry bodies, such as the Australian Institute for Non-Destructive Testing (AINDT), the Advanced Technology Testing and Research (ATTAR), and the Australasian Corrosion Association.

An expert educational leader, Michael has had extensive experience in change management, project development and industry liaison and collaboration. Michael has been responsible for the introduction of significant reforms and has worked actively to change culture across TAFE NSW, Illawarra.

Throughout his career, Michael has consulted with both industry and various peak bodies involved in training and development. In the course of this, he has introduced significant innovation and change to practice.

Most recently, Michael was involved in collaborative

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New South Wales Division News The New South Wales Division recently hosted a presentation on AS/NZS 5131 Structural Steelwork – Fabrication and erection delivered by Dr Peter Key (National Technical Development Manager, Australian Steel Institute). This was followed by site tour of S&L Steel.

Dr Key’s presentation provided an overview of the new Australian Standard AS/NZS 5131. The Standard defines good practice for fabrication and erection of structural steelwork for projects in Australia and is the basis for the new National Structural Steelwork Compliance Scheme (NSSCS).

AS/NZS 5131 addresses: • Requirements for documentation and specification • Materials, including steel, welding consumables, fasteners and grout • Preparation and assembly, including cutting, shaping and holing • Welding, including welding processes and qualification of welding procedures and personnel • Mechanical fastening (bolting, tensioning of bolts, special fasteners, post-fixed anchors) • Surface treatment and corrosion protection • Architecturally exposed structural steelwork • Erection • Geometrical tolerances • Inspection, testing and correction • Site modifications and repair of existing structures AS/NZS 5131 utilises a riskbased fit-for-purpose approach implemented through the classification of the ‘Construction Categories’ (CC) for the whole or New South Wales Division Contact Mehdi Tajfar Welding Consultant 0417 044 370 m.tajfar@weldaustralia.com.au

parts of a structure. The CC is strongly aligned with the Structure Importance Levels from the National Construction Code. This establishes a Quality Benchmark responsive to the needs of a specific project and client.

Dr Key discussed a range of topics including some of the problem areas experienced by engineers when dealing with non-compliant structural steelwork and the solutions provided by AS 5131.

The new ASI National Structural Steelwork Compliance Scheme (NSSCS), the National Structural Steelwork Specification and Standard Drawing Notes developed

by ASI were also discussed, providing attendees with convenient tools to implement the fundamental changes that AS/NZS 5131 brings.

Site Tour: S&L Steel Fabrication

Dr Key presents on AS 5131 Structural Steelwork – Fabrication and erection.

Attendees at Dr Key’s presentation on AS 5131 Structural Steelwork – Fabrication and erection.

Following the presentation, attendees were treated to a site tour of S&L Steel’s facility.

Established in 1974, S&L Steel has provided structural steel fabrication, engineering and erection services to a number of industries including construction and mining across Australia.

Having achieved ISO 9001:2015 and IIW MCS ISO 3834.2 certification, RMS pre-qualification and PCCP Accreditation, S&L Steel has delivered a number of major infrastructure and commercial projects including upgrading the Pacific Highway, New South Wales desalination plant and upgrades to defence facilities.

For further information, visit: http://www.slsteel.com.au

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L to R: Subhasis Saha (S&L Steel) receives a Certificate of Appreciation from Sasanka Sinha.

L to R: Glen Allen was awarded a Weld Australia Honorary Fellow by Sasanka Sinha.

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Victoria Division News In April, the Victoria Division hosted a technical presentation on the welding of clad and dissimilar metals. Delivered by Melissa Odendaal (Welding Consultant, Weld Australia), the presentation was thoroughly enjoyed by more than 30 members who were in attendance.

In industry, dissimilar metals are welded together in order to maximise the benefits that each metal produces, while minimising the drawbacks.

When fusion welding materials that have different chemical, mechanical and physical properties, these properties can present issues during fabrication, as well as later on while in service. It is for this reason that a number of factors become major considerations, including: the dilution and alloying characteristics of the base metals and filler metals; thermal conductivity and expansion; joint design; welding process and welding procedure; and future service conditions.

This is largely illustrated in the utility sector. With growing power demands across Australia, utility providers are seeking new ways to optimising existing power stations.

With this comes more advanced materials and thus the joining of dissimilar materials. In addition, the current trend towards higher boiler steam pressure and temperatures is increasing the demand for more reliable filler metals.

During the presentation, the level of dilution of parent materials and the filler wire used during welding were discussed. When welding dissimilar metals, one of the very first considerations is understanding the chemical makeup of the two dissimilar metals and the composition of the filler wire.

These two factors help determine Victoria Division Contact Melissa Odendaal Welding Consultant 0418 922 369 m.odendaal@weldaustralia.com.au

the makeup of the weldment, which in turn determines important properties such as strength, corrosion resistance and the potential for the formation of embrittling phases.

Other effects on dilution include: • Weld technique • Location of pass relative to weld face • Weld run placement • Process parameters and heat input • Joint design For a successful dissimilar metal weld to occur, the new forming joint needs to be as strong as the metal with the weaker tensile strength, so that the joint is able to withstand any stresses. This can be achieved by ensuring that the tensile strength of the filler metal and the metal with the lower level of strength are as similar as possible.

Galvanic corrosion was also discussed during the presentation.

Galvanic corrosion is an ever present possibility when welding dissimilar metals. It can be quite complex with many factors to consider like temperature, flow rate and environmental factors.

If the corrosion resistance of the dissimilar metals cannot be adequately predicted, accelerated

corrosion tests can be used to predict the estimated life of the proposed joint.

Several other topics were covered during the presentation, including selective preheat, heat extraction, joint preparation and the use of buttering (the addition of material by welding on one or both faces of a joint prior to the preparation of the joint for final welding, for the purpose of providing a suitable transition weld deposit for the subsequent completion of the joint – ASME Section IX QW/QB -492) to overcome melting temperature, thermal conductivity and thermal expansion differences.

Melissa also covered the welding of clad materials, which are often used in: linings for tanks and pressure vessels, industrial scrubbers, chemical transportation and processing, and in extremely hostile, abrasive conditions.

The joint between two clad materials is an integral part of a structure. It must support an applied load and maintain the cladding characteristics uniformly.

Dilution, proper development and use of a qualified weld procedure and joint preparation considerations in the welding of clad steels was discussed.

Melissa Odendaal (Welding Consultant, Weld Australia) presenting.

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South Australia Division News The South Australia Division update brings you news and views from around the state. With new projects approved and innovative developments in the defence and infrastructure industries, it is an exciting time to be a part of South Australia’s industrial sector.

SA Businesses Land Global Supply Chain Opportunities South Australian businesses are gearing up for years of supply chain work on one of the world’s largest armoured fighting vehicle programs, the Australian Defence Forces’ LAND 400 project.

Last month, Rheinmetall Defence Australia was awarded the $5 billion contract to supply the Australian Army with 211 combat reconnaissance vehicles under Phase 2 of the project.

The project, to be centred in Queensland, will create nearly 1500 jobs nation-wide, while providing the opportunity for around 40 Australian businesses to be involved in supply chain work.

Mawson Lakes-based electronics manufacturer Codan is among over half a dozen South Australian smallto-medium businesses preparing to enter Rheinmetall’s global supply chain for the project.

The company will help supply complex electronics assemblies for the Boxer CRV vehicle, according to Managing Director Donald McGurk.

“Some of the work will be done in-house and a great deal will be sourced outside. This means we will be leveraging our wellestablished Australian supply chain to produce products competitive with European manufacturers.

“Rheinmetall recognises the advantages Codan provides as a big SME in the Australian market, with a strong track record of delivery.”

South Australian company REDARC Electronics, a key SME in the defence sector, will also assist in delivering a range of services and products for the project, after it was selected as a teaming partner for Rheinmetall in June 2017.

Street section was approved by Infrastructure Australia, the nation’s independent infrastructure advisor.

The North–South Corridor: Regency Road to Pym Street proposal is now identified as a Priority Project on the Infrastructure Priority List—the authoritative list of nationally significant infrastructure investments Australia needs over the next 15 years.

“The 1.8km Regency Road to Pym Street section is the third project from Adelaide’s North-South Corridor upgrade to be positively assessed by the independent Infrastructure Australia Board,” said Infrastructure Australia Chief Executive, Philip Davies.

For more information about the project, visit the Department of Defence website, or for Rheinmetall’s involvement, visit: https://www.boxercrv.com.au.

“Adelaide’s 78km North–South Corridor is a key freight and commuter route, which is being progressively upgraded into a continuous motorway to support projected population and Infrastructure Australia Approves employment growth and provide North-South Corridor Upgrade reliable access to the city’s CBD, Adelaide’s North–South Corridor the Port of Adelaide and Adelaide upgrade has reached another Airport. Once completed, it will key milestone after the business be the major transport spine for case for the Regency Road to Pym Adelaide’s north–south traffic.”

“Codan is delighted to work with Rheinmetall in the delivery of their Australian industry capability commitments to the LAND 400 program,” he said.

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

Rheinmetall’s Boxer CRV. Photo courtesy of Rheinmetall.

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Queensland Division News The Queensland Division recently hosted a tour at ALS Global’s Riverview site. ALS Global’s expertise in managing weld testing programs extends back to its origins in Australia in 1955. Its Riverview site contains a state of the art mechanical and materials testing facility.

ALS Global Site Tour The ALS Global site tour covered a range of topics, including work requests for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and mechanical testing. Attendees heard how important it is to ensure that a work request contains: all the information that is required by the customer; the CVN test temperature; items that have not been prequalified such as preheat, welding preparation, consumables and materials; whether any special testing is required, such as corrosion and ferrite testing, fibrosity, and lateral expansion.

Both NDT and mechanical testing were also discussed in detail. ALS highlighted that NDT radiography detects volumetric defects (such as slag, porosity, gas pores and incomplete root penetration) better than ultrasonic testing. However, ultrasonic testing detects planar defects (such as lack of fusion) better than radiography.

A significant portion of the evening was also dedicated to tips for fabricators. For instance, when fillet welding, always perform an in-house fillet break test to ensure that fusion is sufficient, prior to sending to the laboratory for testing. This simple but effective test can save a lot of money. If you can identify the corner of the vertical plate beneath the weld root, the test piece will not pass a macro examination. In this

instance, fabricators need to adjust the welding parameters until the corner can no longer be seen or identified. Then, as long as the weld is of the correct size, it should pass a macro examination.

Qualifying aluminium test pieces was also discussed, with attendees told that they should always ensure that the aluminium oxide is removed shortly prior to welding. Oxide has a higher melting point than the base material and can aid in the formation of lack of fusion defects on fusion faces.

In addition, a chemical clean should be carried out to reduce the levels of porosity forming, particularly when compressed air tools are used to prepare and cut the aluminium. Acetone or white spirit can be used to remove all traces of oil or other surface contamination that can cause significant levels of porosity.

Welding Simulator Demonstration Roadshow Geoff Crittenden (CEO, Weld Australia) will embark on a roadshow of presentations to demonstrate welding training simulators in late May. Guests will be able to try the technology.

B, Ground Level Room 1.08 RSVP: Register online now.

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Mackay • Date: 29 May 2018 • Time: 5:00pm • Location: CQ University, Ooralea Campus, Boundary Road, Bld 80 (Room TBC) • RSVP: Register online now.

This event will also include a presentation by Mehdi Soodi (Laser Cladding Manager, Hardchrome Engineering) on the latest applications of laser cladding.

Townsville • Date: 30 May 2018 • Time: 5:30pm • Location: TAFE Townsville Campus, 763 Ingham Rd, Bohle, QLD 4818 (Room TBC) • RSVP: Register online now.

Cairns • Date: 31 May 2018 • Time: 5:30pm • Location: TAFE Cairns Campus, Gatton, Newton, Eureka and Wilkinson Streets, Manunda, Cairns (Room TBC) • RSVP: Register online now.

Queensland Division Contact Abhishek Trivedi Technology Manager 0409 670 433 a.trivedi@weldaustralia.com.au

Gladstone • Date: 28 May 2018 • Time: 5:00pm • Location: CQ University, Derby Street City Campus, Building

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Western Australia Division News Weld Australia is proud to support the upcoming regional technical seminar, Materials and Maintenance Advancements in the South West, which will be followed by a site visit at the Bunbury Port. Hosted by Materials Australia, the event is on 17 May. Register now before it’s too late.

Materials and Maintenance Advancements in the South West The Western Australia Branch of Materials Australia is proud to be hosting a timely regional technical seminar. The seminar will present recent advancements in materials and maintenance practices in various industries active in the south west of Western Australia.

The successful application of materials and maintenance programs to plant and equipment is critical to the optimisation of an asset’s life cycle. The life extension of mining, processing and infrastructure assets is critical in the current industry environment.

Within this, the performance of materials during more and more extended maintenance periods is a major component.

Maintenance based technologies continue to evolve and their interplay with advanced materials will be presented and discussed.

Learn from real case studies from industry.

Speaker is Dr Liam Holloway (National Technical Manager, Duratec Australia). Liam has more than a decade of experience as a materials engineer specialising in durability and corrosion. He has worked in the fields of research, consulting and remedial contracting across multiple industries and across various market sectors including; marine infrastructure, mining, defence and energy.

Site Visit: Bunbury Port The seminar will be followed by a Plant Visit to the facilities at Bunbury Port.

The Bunbury Harbour Board was created by an act of Parliament to control the port from 1 July 1909.

The name Bunbury Harbour Board was changed to Bunbury Port Authority in October 1967.

The Port is a pivot point for worldwide distribution of products from the South West of Australia. Rail and road links enable the Port to

capitalise on cargo throughput.

Its location is a strategic one, providing a natural distribution point which embraces mining, manufacturing, agricultural and pastoral products.

The major commodities that the Port caters for are Alumina, Mineral Sands, Woodchips, Caustic Soda and Silica Sand.

The port contains eight main berths, it has five bulk mineral shiploaders and can handle a range of bulk liquids and has fuel bunkering facilities. It is currently undergoing an expansion.

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Date: Thursday 17 May 2018 Time: 7:00am to 5:00pm Location: The Mercure Sanctuary Golf Resort, Lot 100, Old Coast Road, Pelican Point, Bunbury (plus Site Visit to Bunbury Port)

Register online now.

Attendees will hear from a number of West Australian and local experts in their field at this unique event, including Patrick Warrand (Chief Executive, South West Chambers of Commerce and Industry), Trevor Overton (General Manager, Austral Technologies), and Louise Petrick (Technology Manager, Weld Australia). In addition, the Keynote

Western Australia Division Contact Louise Petrick Technology Manager 0409 789 540 l.petrick@weldaustralia.com.au

Bunbury, Western Australia.

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Northern Territory Division News The Northern Territory Government recently released its 2018-2019 Budget. The Hon Nicole Manison (Treasurer and Minister for Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics) unveiled an $8.1 billion expenditure and capital works budget, with a $1.2 billion deficit.

Budget Overview

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In partnership with the Commonwealth, the 2018 Budget delivers new road infrastructure for the bush including: • $9.9 million to upgrade bridges on the Tablelands Highway, improving access and reducing load restrictions on road trains • $5 million to seal the Central Arnhem Road between the Bulman community and the airstrip to improve road safety, community access and flood immunity • $2.5 million to continue sealing sections of the Tanami Road.

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Infrastructure: $1.45 billion Roads and Transport infrastructure: $626.4 million Response to the Royal Commission: $229.6 million (over five years) Turbocharging Tourism: $103 million (over two years) Recreational Fishing Infrastructure: $50 million (over five years) National Icon Arts Trail: $30 million Seniors, Pensioners and Carers: $40 million

Regional Infrastructure The 2018 Budget allocates $1.89 billion to the capital works program, including a substantial investment in remote and regional areas. Over one third of the 2018-19 capital works program is allocated toward supporting housing and related works, with a further 28.7% invested in roads and transport projects. The majority of these works are in remote areas, in recognition of the significant backlog of critical infrastructure in remote regions of the Territory in comparison with other, more established, areas and jurisdictions.

The Budget also delivers improved sea and air access in the bush: • $6.4 million to upgrade barge landing facilities in Galiwin’ku, Ramingining, Gapuwiyak, Wadeye and Maningrida • $8.5 million over four years for aerodrome improvements in Elcho Island, Wadeye, Maningrida, Milingimbi, Bathurst Island and Ali Curung.

Cities and Towns The Budget provides $66 million

In total, around 55% of the 20182019 capital works program has been allocated to new and upgraded infrastructure in remote communities across the Territory.

to revitalise the CBDs of Darwin and Alice Springs, including: • $31.1 million to construct an underground carpark in State Square • $19.8 million to rejuvenate the Alice Springs town centre, including an adventure splash park, heat mitigation initiatives, and safety and security projects • $15.1 million to activate and renew the Darwin CBD through the redevelopment of State Square and greening and shading significant pedestrian connections • Heat mitigation trials in Cavenagh Street, including a 55m vine-covered shade structure and surface treatments • Strategic activation of laneways and small streets, with Austin Lane to be developed first.

Over the next three years other key projects include: • Redeveloping State Square, including building a new fine art gallery, public picnic areas and gathering spaces, and demolishing the Chan Building • Relocating the bus terminal • Refurbishing the old Reserve Bank building

Northern Territory Division Contact Donna South Membership Manager 02 8748 0130 d.south@weldaustralia.com.au

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Training & Certification News Simulated Welding Training By Paul James (Training Manager, Weld Australia) In today’s digital era, disruptive technologies have started to play a key role in several sectors, including education and training. Increasingly, old-school training techniques are being replaced with innovative teaching methods that rely on simulation.

In fact, simulated training and computer based technologies are being introduced into the welding training domain at an ever increasing rate. There are many more benefits in a learning environment compared to the older style of training when the welding of actual material is performed. It is a technique (not a technology) to replace and amplify real experiences with guided ones that evoke or replicate substantial aspects of the real world in a fully interactive fashion.

Types of Simulated Training

Benefits of Simulated Training

The most common types of simulated training are: • Augmented Reality: a technology that superimposes a computer-generated image on a user’s view of the real world, thus providing a composite view.

• Virtual Reality: the computergenerated simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical way by a person using special electronic equipment, such as a helmet with a screen inside or gloves fitted with sensors.

• Simulation: is the imitation of the operation of a real-world process or system.

Augmented and virtual reality training systems student-focused, allowing individual students to progress at their own pace.

Welding apprentices learn and understand welding procedures and techniques through a more interactive training method, gaining hands-on experience in a controlled, safe environment. With zero risks involved, apprentices can respond to realistic scenarios without pressure or fear of injury.

Augmented and virtual reality training is enabling future welders to acquire the skills and the selfconfidence they need before moving into real-world workshops.

The new paradigm in vocational, technical and industrial training,

Distributed in Australia by BOC, Seabery’s Soldamatic is the first augmented reality welding educational technology solution in the world.

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Training & Certification News augmented and virtual reality training technologies are proven to be efficient and environmentally sustainable, offering significantly reduced CO2 emissions when compared to traditional welding training and slashing consumable usage. These systems allow training centres and industry to save costs and time whilst training professional welders.

Some of the other benefits of simulated training include: • The trainee receives immediate feedback from the trainer or the equipment they are using • The training can be completed in a classroom environment, rather than a workshop facility • Compared to real-world welding, a greater number of welds can be completed within the same time frame • Trainees are able to gain a greater understanding of the results of their welding

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technique, and the areas they need to improve to reduce any errors There is no wastage of consumables or materials in the initial stages of training; and a reduced amount across the whole training program Multiple positions, processes, materials and consumables can be simulated with the one piece of equipment, with little set up required

The cost savings in materials and consumables alone can offset the initial cost of the equipment and the cost of training of staff to use the equipment.

Limitations of Simulated Training The use of virtual environments can only go so far. Real, practical welding still needs to form part of any training program that

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incorporates simulation. The use of realistic situations and equipment allows for retraining and practice until technical mastery of the procedure or skill is achieved.

However, simulation cannot reproduce a real-world working environment and the variables inherent in welding in a workplace.

Simulation mimics real world environments and makes students feel at ease because they can practice without any fear of causing actual damage to equipment or wastage of material.

If the students are unsuccessful in their performance, they can try a number of times until they succeed.

Simulation allows students to learn from their mistakes and teaches them, through analysis and feedback, about what works, and what does not.

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2018 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

Melbourne

18 – 22 Jun 2018

Sydney

30 Apr – 4 May 2018

International Welding Specialist

Location

Dates

Brisbane

Week 1: 18 - 22 Jun 2018 Week 2: 16 - 20 Jul 2018 Week 3: 20 - 24 Aug 2018 Week 4: 17 - 21 Sep 2018 Week 5: 15 - 19 Oct 2018

Perth

Week 1: 16 – 20 Apr 2018 Week 2: 14 – 18 May 2018 Week 3: 11 – 15 Jun 2018 Week 4: 23 – 27 Jul 2018 Week 5: 13 – 17 Aug 2018

Sydney

Week 1: 9 – 13 Apr 2018 Week 2: 7 – 11 May 2018 Week 3: 4 – 8 Jun 2018 Week 4: 2 – 6 Jul 2018 Week 5: 30 Jul – 3 Aug 2018

International Welding Inspector - Standard

Location

Dates

Mackay

IWI-S Part 1: 21 – 25 May 2018 IWI-S Part 2: 28 – 30 May 2018

Melbourne

IWI-S Part 1: 16 – 20 Jul 2018 IWI-S Part 2: 31 Jul – 2 Aug 2018

Perth

IWI-S Part 1: 2 – 6 Jul 2018 IWI-S Part 2: 16 – 18 Jul 2018

Sydney

IWI-S Part 1: 25 – 29 June 2018 IWI-S Part 2: 9 – 11 Jul 2018

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The practical and theoretical knowledge of the trainers was excellent, the opportunity to draw on their knowledge was fantastic.”

Quality Control Welding Coordinator

Location

Dates

Sydney

13 – 17 Aug 2018

Welding Technology Appreciation for Engineers

Location

Dates

Brisbane

13 – 15 Jun 2018

Melbourne

29 – 31 May 2018

Perth

21 – 23 May 2018

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2018 Training Calendar Reinforcing Steel Welding Coordinator

Location

Dates

Brisbane

14 – 18 May 2018

Melbourne

20 – 24 Aug 2018

Perth

13 – 17 Aug 2018

Sydney

16 – 20 Apr 2018

International Welding Engineer

Location

Dates (To Be Confirmed)

Wollongong

IWE Module 1: 24 – 28 Sep 2018 IWE Practical: 3 – 7 Dec 2018 IWE Module 2: 10 – 14 Dec 2018 IWE Module 3: 11 – 15 Feb 2019 IWE Module 4: 13 – 17 May 2019

International Welding Technologist

Location

Dates (To Be Confirmed)

Wollongong

IWT Module 1: 24 – 28 Sep 2018 IWT Practical: 3 – 7 Dec 2018 IWT Module 2: 10 – 14 Dec 2018 IWT Module 3: 11 – 15 Feb 2019 IWT Module 4: 13 – 17 May 2019

The Benefits of Training & Qualification Weld Australia training and certification is a strong addition to your career portfolio. It demonstrates to employers that you possess advanced welding knowledge, essential to ensuring the highest levels of workmanship.

Qualification demonstrates to employers that you are dedicated to continually learning and growing in your field. These are qualities that are essential for success in team leadership roles or for more complex projects. Designed to provide an interesting and stimulating industrial perspective, all our courses are supported by a broad range of major industry groups and hundreds of Australian companies. Plus, our presenters are all International Welding Engineers or Technologists with extensive industry experience.

Further Information For further information, or to enrol in a Weld Australia training course today, please contact: training@weldaustralia.com.au or +61 2 8748 0100, or visit www.weldaustralia.com.au.

Weld Australia reserves the right to cancel or change dates of any training course due to insufficient registrations or other reasons beyond its control, and reserves the right to refuse enrolments.

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.

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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 or exams, contact events@weldaustralia.com.au or +61 2 8748 0100.

Materials and Maintenance Advancements in the South West Bunbury, 17 May 2018 The successful application of materials and maintenance programs to mining plant and equipment is critical to the optimisation of an asset life cycle.

Maintenance based technologies continue to evolve and their interplay with advanced materials will be discussed. For details, visit: www.materialsaustralia.com.au 2018 National Manufacturing Summit Canberra, 26 June 2018 With the theme of Solutions to Critical Issues – Energy and Technical Training, the aim of the Summit is to leverage the opportunities currently available in the manufacturing sector, and translate these into action. For details, visit: https:// manufacturingsummit.com.au

71st IIW Annual Assembly & International Conference Bali, 15 to 20 July 2018 The IIW 2018 International Conference, organised by Indonesian Welding Society will take place at the Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center. In conjunction with the IIW General Annual Assembly, the conference is a forum for networking and knowledge exchange among scientists, researchers, and industry related to welding. For details, visit: www.iiw2018.com Pipeline Repair, Hot Tapping & In-Service Welding Sydney, 23 to 24 October 2018 This Weld Australia workshop will provide an overview of pipeline modification and repair, and address common concerns associated with welding onto inservice pipelines. It will also cover thermal analysis modelsl. For details, visit: weldaustraliacom.au/ pipelinerepair

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Upcoming Weld Australia Exam Dates IWI B and IWI S 27 and 28 September IWS and Weld Australia Welding Supervisor (AS 1796 Cert 10 and AS 2214) 13 and 14 June 7 and 8 November Examinations are generally held in capital cities. Locations and start and finish times of examinations are provided upon confirmation of registration. For further information about IIW and Weld Australia exams, contact qnc@weldaustralia.com.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

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