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2022 conferences
Plastic Welding Quality Evaluation
January 27
Plastic welding is a critical element of the plastics manufacturing industry, which continues to grow in the US. However, manufacturers struggle with weld quality evaluation, leading to millions of dollars in recalls annually.
Updates to the Codes
Postponed
With the health and safety of our members at the forefront of our concern, the IEC committee decided to postpone Updates to the Codes scheduled for February in Fort Worth, Texas. Please stay tuned for updates as to the rescheduling of this event.
Inspection Expo & Conference (IEC)
Postponed
With the health and safety of our members at the forefront of our concern, the IEC committee decided to postpone the Inspection Expo & Conference (IEC) scheduled for February in Fort Worth, Texas. Please stay tuned for updates as to the rescheduling of this event.
Annual WEMCO & RWMA Meeting
February 23-25
WEMCO & RWMA join each Spring for a three-day forum dedicated to key subjects impacting welding equipment manufacturers and resistance welding.
Women in Welding: Design in the Workplace
March 29
From equipment and PPE to blueprints and building layouts to the finished product, good design keeps us safe, comfortable, effective, and productive while making attractive and durable products and services.
Welding Qualification Workshop
April 11-13
Welders and the welding procedures they use are required by law to be qualified in accordance with applicable construction Codes.
Shipbuilding & Aluminum Conference
May 3-5
Industry experts will deliver the latest research and innovations in both the Shipbuilding and Aluminum industries. Aluminum is one of the most versatile and widely used metals in manufacturing.
Advances in Welding and Additive Manufacturing Research
June 12-17
This five-day, technically intensive conference will focus on cutting-edge developments in the science of welding, joining and additive manufacturing research. Plan now to join other leading researchers, scientists and engineers from all over the world.
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* Abstract Submission Deadline: February 7, 2022
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