Weld Connect November 2021 by Weld Australia

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NOVEMBER 2021

IN THIS ISSUE WORLDSKILLS AUSTRALIA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP CROWNS A WINNER | PAGE 8 WELD AUSTRALIA SUPPORTS THE MINING INDUSTRY WITH MAINTENANCE OF CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE | PAGE 9 WELD CONNECT | NOVEMBER 2021

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WELD AUSTRALIA CONTACTS NATIONAL OFFICE PO Box 197, Macquarie Park BC NSW 1670 02 8748 0100 office@weldaustralia.com.au Geoff Crittenden Chief Executive Officer 02 8748 0100 g.crittenden@weldaustralia.com.au

CEO Message

Membership Matters

Upcoming Events

WorldSkills Australia National Championship Crowns a Winner

Weld Australia Supports the Mining Industry with Maintenance of Critical Infrastructure

Successful Gap Analysis at JRS Manufacturing Group

GMG AS/NZS ISO 3834 and EN 15085 Audits 11 AS/NZS ISO 3834 Surveillance Audit at Samaras Group

Initial AS/NZS ISO 3834 Audit at Bowhill Engineering

Williams Metal Fabrications AS/NZS ISO 3834 Surveillance Audit _ 12 Brand New Welding Fundamentals Training Course Kicks Off

Augmented Reality Welder Training for the Outsource Institute

Augmented Reality Demonstration in Caboolture

Soldamatic Training at Komatsu

Weld Australia’s Exam Calendar

Weld Australia’s 2022 Training Calendar

Fusion Welding Courses

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ENGINEERING Victor Blain Engineering Team Manager 0409 823 991 v.blain@weldaustralia.com.au TRAINING Guy Brooks Training Manager 0488 743 322 g.brooks@weldaustralia.com.au MARKETING Disha Mistry Graduate Marketing Assistant 0497 497 424 d.mistry@weldaustralia.com.au MEMBERSHIP Eva Chun Membership Manager 0417 878 104 e.chun@weldaustralia.com.au

CERTIFICATION Arya Sharifian Qualification and Certification Team Manager 0419 414 901 a.sharifian@weldaustralia.com.au NEW SOUTH WALES & NORTHERN TERRITORY Paolo Corronca National Manager Engineering 0438 012 099 p.corronca@weldaustralia.com.au VICTORIA, TASMANIA & SOUTH AUSTRALIA Victor Blain Engineering Team Manager 0409 823 991 v.blain@weldaustralia.com.au QUEENSLAND Ross O’Bryan Welding Engineer / Technology Trainer 0491 491 888 r.obryan@weldaustralia.com.au WESTERN AUSTRALIA Mehdi Tajfar Senior Welding Engineer 0417 044 370 m.tajfar@weldaustralia.com.au

QUALIFICATION &

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As this is the last edition of Weld Connect for 2021, I thought it pertinent to reflect on Weld Australia’s key achievements this year. At all times, the Weld Australia team focused on providing the resources and services that members needed most. ADVOCACY Throughout the year, Weld Australia continued its robust advocacy agenda, focused on areas such as training initiatives for the next generation of welders and fabricators, building a sustainable and productive local industry, and ensuring superior welding quality standards and public safety. This activity generated significant media coverage. MEMBER EVENTS AND SERVICES We launched a brand new website this year: weldaustralia.com.au. Designed specifically with members in mind, the new website is easier to use and navigate, ensuring that tasks like enrolling in training and registering for an event are quick and easy. We’ve also launched three exciting new features in our Member Portal: a Resource Centre, Member Directory and Job Board.

Weld Australia would like to welcome the following new members who joined in October 2021. CORPORATE MEMBERS • K&S Metal Fabrications: kandsmetalfabrication. com.au INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS • Abuthiran Balasubramanian • John Burr

WHY JOIN?

With face-to-face events impossible in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Weld Australia held over 15 virtual events in 2020, from seminars and webinars, through to mental fitness workshops. Attended by over 500 people, these events ensured that members still had the opportunity to discuss the current climate, as well as changes and challenges to the industry. TRAINING AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT We continued to deliver superior quality training services to industry, launching three new online courses this year, including AS 2214 and AS 1796 Certificate 10. The course was extremely popular, and sold out in record time, so two additional intakes were facilitated throughout the year. Commencing in October, Weld Australia’s brand new Welding Fundamentals course gives technical personnel working with the metal and manufacturing industry an overview and understanding of welding processes, weld defects, testing and welder qualification as required by various Australian and international Standards. Weld Australia made great progress with the national Metals and Engineering online learning resources project in 2021. Weld Australia is working with TAFEs across the country through the National TAFE Consortium to create a suite of learning resources that will ensure consistent training, regardless of where in the country students undertake that training. The new resources are completely online and accessible via phone, mobile device or computer.

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In partnership with Workskil Australia and TAFE SA, Weld Australia delivered an innovative new training program in June 2021 for a group of long-term unemployed people. With little to no prior welding experience, the students started by using augmented reality welding simulators to learn the skills and techniques needed to perform welds in a safe, stimulating and confidence-building environment. Students then moved onto real-world welding machines to hone their skills. As a result, nine students passed all tests required to qualify to AS/NZS ISO 9606 Qualification testing of welders — Fusion welding for MIG welding. Finally, the pilot of our Advanced Manufacturing School Outreach Program in New South Wales proved highly successful. It was rolled out across 16 schools. Augmented reality simulators were used to teach welding to students in Years 10-12 studying Manufacturing and Engineering, and Industrial Technology. This engaging, exciting learning technology provides a very safe and efficient way to teach students skills in a profession where there is high demand. Based on the success of the pilot program, the NSW Department of Education has ordered a further 20 simulators for another 10 high schools in regional areas. QUALIFICATION AND CERTIFICATION Our qualification and certification services proved popular in 2021, with 17 companies certified to AS/NZS ISO 3834 Quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials; EN 15085 Railway applications – Welding of railway vehicles; or DIN 2303 Welding and allied processes – Quality requirements to be met by production and maintenance companies for military products. In addition, 64 welders were qualified according to ISO 9606-1 Qualification testing of welders — Fusion welding. The Australian Welder Certification Register (AWCR) and WeldQ platform also continued to grow. Over 600 users registered on WeldQ this year, taking the total number of users up to 10,900. THANK YOU AND WARM WISHES I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those members who have contributed to Weld Australia this year. In particular, my thanks go to the hard-working members of all our local committees. I would also like to thank the Weld Australia Directors who commit a significant proportion of their free time to Board matters. I thank them for their advice throughout 2021. Finally, I would like to thank the entire Weld Australia team for their hard work, enthusiasm and dedication throughout what has been a very busy year. Next year, we have an exciting range of initiatives on the horizon, which will positively impact the welding community in Australia and allow us to strengthen and grow our industry. Although it still seems some way off, I wish everyone a safe, happy and prosperous festive season.

Geoff Cri t e nden

CEO, Weld Australia

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Welcome to our final issue of Weld Connect for 2021. The next issue will be out in February 2022. The good news is that members still have the December edition of Australian Welding magazine to look forward to. This will include highlights from 2021, presented in our Year in Review feature. In 2021, Weld Australia has undertaken several initiatives to support the welding industry. For instance, the new Weld Australia website and portal were launched. Both are easier to navigate and feature a range of valuable member resources, including: • If you’re seeking to fill a position or make your next career move, the Weld Australia Job Board should

WELD AUSTRALIA MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS COMING SOON Membership renewals will be emailed to all Weld Australia members in November, falling due on 31 December 2021. Keep an eye out for your renewal in your emails or log into the Member Portal. We look forward to the successes that 2022 brings members and the welding industry. If you need help, email membership@weldaustralia.com.au

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be on the top of your list of sites to check. • An industry who’s who with the Member Directory. It’s a great way to re-connect and make new industry contacts. If you’re a corporate member, make sure your company information is listed on the Directory.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Our State Committees played a key role in shaping the future of the industry, driving member forums, technical events and more. As your local conduit to Weld Australia, our State Committee members met regularly with the Weld Australia Board to provide feedback on industry challenges and needs.

On behalf of everyone at Weld Australia, we would like to thank our members and clients for their continued support throughout 2021, and to extend our warmest wishes for the holiday season.

We introduced the PulseCheck survey to gather data around industry sentiment and insights on topical issues. The survey will be run twice a year to help us pinpoint areas of concern for members. As we move towards 2022, your credentials as a member of the peak body representing Australia’s welding industry will become even more important. We will continue to provide resources and information on issues such as quality standards, safety, welder training and more.

SEASON’S GREETINGS &

FROM WELD AUSTRALIA

Our National Office will be closed over Christmas and the New Year, from Thursday 23 December 2021 to Tuesday 4 January 2022.

Through Weld Australia membership, you have access to all the critical tools and information you need to stand out and gain a competitive advantage.

WEBINAR: COLLABORATIVE ROBOTS: SHOWCASING VALUE AND POSSIBILITIES Whether this is the first time you’ve heard of a ‘cobot’, or you’ve already started the journey, we invite you to attend this webinar to explore the possibilities for your business. The session will be presented by Centre Director, Professor Jonathan Roberts, and his team from The Australian Cobotics Centre. Collaborative robotics will benefit Australian companies, especially small businesses (who will win on process innovation and lower costs), manufacturing workers (whose jobs will become safer and higher-skilled), and the economy (through the growth of jobs and exports). In this interactive session, the Centre’s researchers will explain how collaborative robots work and showcase the benefits for your business and employees. In the Q & A part of the webinar, we want to hear about your challenges, the stage you’re at and any barriers.

EVENT DETAILS Date: Monday 29 November 2021 Time: 1pm – 2pm AEDST Venue: Online via Zoom; details will be issued at registration Cost: FREE

Questions? Queries? Need a hand? Call us on 02 8748 0135 or email membership@weldaustralia.com.au

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DISSECTING AS/NZS 9606.1: YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED Clarity around what AS/NZS ISO 9606.1 means for your business is essential—it can help ensure you’re prepared to meet the quality requirements demanded by clients and the industry at large. This online event will provide an invaluable opportunity to discuss the application of the Standard, its benefits, the considerations, how it impacts or relates to other Standards such as AS/NZS 1554. You will also have ample opportunity to ask questions. You’ll come away with a sound knowledge of the Standard, so that you can implement the optimum approach for your business. It will be assumed that attendees have reviewed AS/NZS ISO 9606.1 prior to the event. THE PRESENTERS This session will be presented by a panel consisting of the NSW State Committee members, Alan Taylor (Chair), Subhasis Saha, Malcom Heath, Steve Howarth and Yashpal Singh, as well as Weld Australia’s Principal Welding Engineer, Bruce Cannon. EVENT DETAILS Date: Tuesday 16 November 2021 Time: 6.00pm - 7.00pm AEST Venue: Online via Zoom; details will be issued at registration Cost: FREE

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SPOTLIGHT ON AUGMENTED REALITY: A PEEK INTO WELDER TRAINING Rather than studying theory, augmented reality transforms training and learning from textbooks into high-quality interactive experiences that capture the imagination. It’s fun. It’s exciting. It’s the future of welder training. In this interactive online session, we will cover: • AR: What is it and how it differs from Virtual Reality • How AR is used to augment welder training • Brief Soldamatic demonstration • How Weld Australia has used AR in schools • How AR can be used to train welders to Standards, such as Weld Australia’s ISO 9606-1 Qualification testing of welders - Fusion welding program and TAFE Queensland (Rheinmetall Assessment) • Q&A session EVENT DETAILS Date: Thursday 18 November 2021 Time: 11:30am – 12:30pm AEST Venue: Online via Zoom; details will be issued at registration Cost: FREE

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WORLDSKILLS AUSTRALIA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP CROWNS A WINNER Apprentices, trainees and students from around Australia recently had the opportunity to showcase their talents at the 2021 WorldSkills Australia National Championships and Skills Show. The Championships and Skills Show was held in Perth, with events then held in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria when COVID-19 restrictions eased in those states. Weld Australia’s Training Manager, Guy Brooks, was the Deputy Chief Judge for the Welding Championships. Guy was joined by Chief Judge Mark Williams to oversee the NSW WorldSkills welding competition on 23 and 24 October. Over the course of two days, all welding competitors were required to: • Weld MMAW and GMAW butt and fillet welds in various positions, which were assessed to AS 1796 • Weld a pressure vessel using MMAW, GMAW, FCAW and GTAW • Weld aluminium and stainless steel using GTAW • Produce all types of weld joints, fillets, butts and corners, in all positions with full penetration and no internal defects

ABOUT WORLDSKILLS WorldSkills Australia is one of over 60 WorldSkills International member countries. Every two years, participating members converge at the world’s largest skills competition – the WorldSkills International Competition. Competitors must advance from the regional to the national level to prove their commitment and skills in their chosen field and to secure a place in the Skillaroos team; the International Competition is the ultimate test. Members of the Skillaroos team become ambassadors not only for their skill, but also their local region, state and country. For more information, visit: worldskills.org.au

All of the test pieces welded during the event in Perth were couriered over to Sydney so that Guy and Mark could judge all the competitors together for consistency and continuity. The virtual award ceremony took place on 27 October. Weld Australia would like to congratulate the winners of the WorldSkills Australia National Welding Championships: • Gold: Brody Stallard from Western Australia • Silver: Brody Johnston from Western Australia • Bronze: Timothy Blackwell from New South Wales

L to R: Mark Williams (Chief Judge), Timothy Blackwell (Competitor), Guy Brooks (Deputy Chief Judge).

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Timothy Blackwell (Competitor).

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WELD AUSTRALIA SUPPORTS THE MINING INDUSTRY WITH MAINTENANCE OF CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE Over the last three years, Weld Australia has been involved in critical repair work undertaken on Balanced Machine belonging to one of Australia’s largest mining companies. The gigantic bodies of the Balanced Machines are built using hundreds of tonnes of mild and quenched and tempered steel, which are then joined together with welding. With Balanced Machines boasting a service capacity of 24 hours a day, all year round, under severe fatigue cycles, the quality of welds plays a critical role in lifetime and serviceability. Under harsh service conditions, fatigue cracks can appear around the main joints because they are exposed to higher stress concentrations. These cracks then need to be assessed and observed in detail by experts. Based on the results of finite element analysis, a crack might remain untouched, isolated, removed by grinding, or addressed via repair welding. If it is decided that a crack must be treated by grinding or welding, the process must be performed under strict quality control, with 100% traceability of materials, and personnel must be supervised by a welding engineer. Weld Australia helped to implement and document a process for weld and crack repair performed on the Balanced Machines. This will help ensure that the safest method is employed to address issues in critical joints and reduce the risk of unscheduled stops for the Balanced Machines.

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WHAT ARE BALANCED MACHINES? A Balanced Machine is a mobile (often rail mounted) tool used for continuous handling of bulk material. It relies on counterweight to maintain stability against loading imposed by luff and slew movements that act significantly outside the machine’s footprint. The two main types of Balanced Machines used in the mining industry are reclaimers (used to recover bulk material from a stockpile) and stackers (used to stack material). Bucket wheel reclaimers are the ideal means of handling and moving large volumes of bulk materials in the shortest possible time. They are often used to handle coal, ores, and other materials in ports, power plants, stockyards, or steel plants.

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WELD AUSTRALIA’S MEMBER DIRECTORY:

MAKE VALUABLE INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS

Our Member Directory provides all company members free exposure on the Weld Australia website. Every Corporate, Premium Corporate, and Industry Group member can create a listing in the Directory with contact details, a logo, a short description of the business and their services, and industries served. If you’re a Corporate Member and you haven’t created your listing on the Directory yet, you could be missing out on valuable industry connections.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR MEMBER DIRECTORY LISTING You can create your listing from within your Weld Australia profile. Just log in and select ‘My Business Listing’ from the dropdown menu under your name. Click on ‘Create’, fill in your company’s details, then hit submit. It’s as easy as that! Listings are approved by Weld Australia prior to going live, so there may be a delay between you submitting a listing and it appearing in the directory.

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SUCCESSFUL GAP ANALYSIS AT JRS MANUFACTURING GROUP Ross O’Bryan (Welding Engineer and Technology Trainer, Weld Australia) recently had the pleasure of spending a day with Jason Riddle, Jasmine Riddle and the team at JRS Manufacturing Group in Toowoomba. O’Bryan performed a gap analysis to help JRS on their journey towards AS/NZS ISO 3834 Quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials and DIN 2303 Welding and allied processes - Quality requirements for production and maintenance companies for military products certifications. According to O’Bryan, “JRS have some very exciting plans for the future. I can’t wait to see them evolve.” JRS is a Toowoomba-based steel fabrication and welding company. Their manufacturing experts have provided custom steel fabrication and welding services for over 40 years. With a fully-equipped workshop, JRS offers fabrication consultation and construction of plate, pipe and structural steel products for clients in the civil, energy, mining, agricultural, oil and gas industries.

Jason Riddle (JRS Manufacturing Group) and Ross O’Bryan (Weld Australia).

L to R: Charlie Yu (Welding Coordinator), Stacey Reinikka (Quality Systems Coordinator), David Hyland (Quality Systems & IT Manager)

GLOBAL MANUFACTURING GROUP AS/NZS ISO 3834 AND EN 15085 AUDITS In late October, Ross O’Bryan (Welding Engineer and Technology Trainer, Weld Australia) spent two days conducting a joint audit for AS/NZS ISO 3834 and EN 15085 Railway applications — Welding of railway vehicles and components with the team at Global Manufacturing Group in Maryborough, Queensland. “The team at GMG live and breathe their quality system, and send out some great quality work to their clients. It’s always a pleasure to work with both the Maryborough and Gladstone facilities,” said O’Bryan. 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 turnkey 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.

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AS/NZS ISO 3834 SURVEILLANCE AUDIT AT SAMARAS GROUP Ross O’Bryan recently visited South Australia to undertake several audits, including a surveillance audit at Samaras Group. Founded by the Samaras family in 1974, Samaras Group has grown into one of Australia’s largest privately owned multi disciplinary heavy engineering and construction services providers with a solid reputation for innovation, service, quality and our on-going commitment to safety. With a team of over 200 people operating from a huge 75,000m2 manufacturing facility in Gillman, South Australia, Samaras specialises in the largest and most complex projects the industry has to offer. Their projects range across numerous sectors including stadia, airports, defence, social infrastructure, mixed used high rise, oil and gas, and major capital works infrastructure projects.

L to R: Mark Graham (Quality Representative), Demi Marston (Project Assistant), Jeremy Hawkes (Managing Director) & Jodie Hawkes (CFO)

INITIAL AS/NZS ISO 3834 CERTIFICATION AUDIT AT BOWHILL ENGINEERING Ross O’Bryan recently conducted an initial AS/NZS ISO 3834 certification audit at Bowhill Engineering in South Australia. According to O’Bryan, “Bowhill Engineering is a multi-generation, family-owned and operated business. They are an innovative structural steel engineering firm with specialist capability in large complex steel structures.” “Be sure to keep an eye out for news of an exciting initiative that Bowhill has been developing,” said O’Bryan. Founded in the early 1970s, Bowhill has developed an enviable track-record for project delivery. The company employs over 40 highly specialised staff, and has delivered some of South Australia’s landmark projects.

WILLIAMS METAL FABRICATIONS AS/NZS ISO 3834 SURVEILLANCE AUDIT While in South Australia, Ross O’Bryan also spent time with the team at Williams Metal Fabrications, undertaking a surveillance audit for their AS/NZS ISO 3834 certification. Williams Metal Fabrications manufactures reliable and innovative solutions for highend infrastructure projects. Their workshop in Elizabeth South has a manufacturing area of 2,080m² and a large lay-down area, and is equipped with state-of-the-art technology. The company provides turn-key solutions, from 3D site scanning and point cloud, steel detailing and fabrication, through to installation, onsite labour hire, maintenance, and even boat and crane truck hire.

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AUGMENTED REALITY WELDER TRAINING FOR THE OUTSOURCE INSTITUTE In late October, Weld Australia facilitated an augmented reality training session in line with ISO 9606.1 Qualification testing of welders for students from the Outsource Institute. BRAND NEW WELDING FUNDAMENTALS TRAINING COURSE KICKS-OFF Weld Australia’s new Welding Fundamentals Training Course kicked off on 18 October. The course has been designed to provide technical personnel working within the metal and manufacturing industry with an overview and understanding of welding terminology and symbols, processes, weld defects, testing and qualification as required by various Australian and international Standards. According to Joe Sandor (Welding Technology Trainer, Weld Australia) the course was a big hit with students. “The attendees really enjoyed learning about welding standards and procedures.”

The students were given an opportunity to learn about the welding, including safety aspects and weld procedures. They then had a chance to practice their welding skills using the augmented reality simulator. After just a few hours of practice, the students were achieving results required to achieve qualified welder status. This demonstrates just how much augmented reality can accelerate the learning process for students. The Outsource Institute is an Australian engineering training provider and an RTO. For information, visit: outsourceinstitute.edu.au

“During the course, we ran through some welding symbols—which demonstrated how the fillet sizes differed between the European and Australian Standards. One of the students realised that their drawings were wrong. They’d been using throat thickness, rather than leg length, so the welds would have been undersized. The student noted that the company had to reconvert their drawings, and that it had saved serious time and money in terms of the welding process. The course has some really practical applications,” said Sandor. The new course commences on 10 January 2022 and is filling fast—enrol now before it’s booked out.

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AUGMENTED REALITY DEMONSTRATION IN CABOOLTURE Weld Australia recently hosted an augmented reality technology demonstration at TAFE Queensland for students and teachers in the Caboolture area. The four schools involved were Burpengary State Secondary College, Caboolture State High School, Dakabin State High School and Horizons College. The Federal Member of Parliament for Longman, Terry Young MP, also paid a visit, encouraging the students to try their hand at the augmented reality welding simulators. All schools were extremely receptive of the technology. The teachers all agreed that the technology is a great way for students who have never welded before to learn in a safe and engaging way. Two students (who had never welded before) really enjoyed the welding practice and even attempted some of the more difficult processes, like vertical up with GMAW.

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 new calendar includes all exam dates for 2021, making planning ahead as simple as possible.

SOLDAMATIC TRAINING AT KOMATSU In late October, Weld Australia ran a full day training session with the staff at the Komatsu Training Academy. Komatsu recently purchased two Soldamatic welding simulators to use as part of their training programs. Komatsu’s team was very enthusiastic about the technology and is looking forward to introducing their apprentices and welders to the Soldamatics. As an RTO, Komatsu Training Academy delivers nationally recognised and customised training to construction, quarry and mining customers, including the Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade. For further information, visit: komatsu.com.au

Just some of the upcoming exam dates include: • Wednesday 17 November: IIW IWI-B WTB & B5 • Friday 19 November: IIW IWI-B C3 Practical Training & Examination • Wednesday 8 December: IIW IWE EA3 • Wednesday 8 December: IIW IWT TA3 • Friday 10 December: Welding Supervisor AS 1796 • Friday 10 December: Welding Supervisor AS 2214 • Tuesday 11 January: IWS SA3 Need further information? Feel free to contact us via qnc@weldaustralia.com.au

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If you’re looking to upskill yourself or enrol your staff in training courses in 2022, now is the time to do it. Weld Australia has just launched it’s first batch of courses for the new year. With our courses booking out in record time over the last 12 months, there really isn’t any time to wait. You can register now for all of the courses below.

Welding Fundamentals: Commencing 10 January 2022 The Welding Fundamentals course gives technical personnel working with the metal and manufacturing industry an overview and understanding of welding processes, weld defects, testing and welder qualification as required by various Australian and international Standards. AS 1796 Certificate 1-9 Theory: Commencing 7 March 2022 If you’re keen to have a successful career in welding, manufacturing or repairing pressure vessels, boilers or even structural steel, the best place to start is with certification to AS 1796 Certificates 1-9. This course covers the theory of AS 1796, as applied to welding of carbon and low alloy steel. IIW International Welding Inspector Basic (IWI-B): Commencing 17 February 2022 Backed by the International Institute of Welding (IIW), the International Welding Inspector – Basic (IWI-B) qualification expands your career as a welding inspector. This qualification is recommended in both AS/NZS ISO 3834 and AS/NZS 1554.1. IIW International Welding Specialist (IWS): Commencing 1 March 2022 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. It’s advised for all Welding Coordinators in AS/NZS ISO 3834 and AS/NZS ISO 14731. Welding Supervisor - AS 1796 Certificate 10: Commencing 8 March 2022 The AS1796 Certificate 10 meets the requirements for a welding supervisor under AS 1210 for pressure vessels. Similarly, this qualification also meets the requirements outlined in AS/NZS 1554.1 to supervise the welding of structural steel. Welding Supervisor - AS 2214: Commencing 8 March 2022 A Welding Supervisor qualification expands your career horizons enormously. AS 2214 meets the requirements outlined in AS/NZS 1554.1 to supervise the welding of structural steel. You’ll gain comprehensive knowledge of welding processes, equipment and materials. IIW International Welding Technologist (IWT): Commencing 21 April 2022 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. IIW International Welding Engineer (IWE): Commencing 21 April 2022 The highest post-graduate professional welding qualification available, an IWE qualification launches you into a world of opportunities. It demonstrates that you are dedicated to continually learning and growing in your field—qualities that are essential for success in the industry. WELD CONNECT | NOVEMBER 2021

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ENROL IN A FUSION WELDING COURSE TODAY Enrol in a fusion welding course through any Advanced Welder Training Centre below. ACT Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) cit.edu.au 81 Mildura Street, Fyshwick 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 9606-1 (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

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 South Australia TAFE SA Regency Campus tafesa.edu.au 137 Days Road, Regency Park, South Australia 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

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