American Welding Society

Considering adding a new spray process to your coating job shop? Creating a business plan can help you make the best decision. From high-velocity air fuel (HVAF) to laser cladding, there are many options. But which one makes the most sense for your business and customers? 💡 Pro tip: Start with your customers' needs and calculate potential ROI. ⬇️ Read more from pro tips below from Scott McLaughlin, a principal at McLaughlin & Associates Thermal Spray Inc., Indianapolis, Ind. 🔹 #Welding #BusinessPlan #SprayProcesses #CoatingJobShop #HVAF #HVOF #LaserCladding #ColdSpray #SmallBusiness #AWS

Elevate Your Skills and Network at #WeldingSummit2024 We are thrilled to invite you to the AWS Welding Summit, where industry leaders, innovators, and professionals come together to share knowledge, advancements, and opportunities in the welding industry. Why Attend? 🔹 Engage in expert-led sessions on the latest technologies, safety practices, and regulations. 🔹 Connect with peers and industry leaders to exchange ideas and form new relationships. 🔹 Discover innovative solutions and best practices to enhance productivity and efficiency. 🔹 Gain insights from exclusive presentations on future industry trends and challenges. ➡️ Don't miss this chance to elevate your skills and expand your network. Register now and secure your spot at weld.ng/WS2024 #americanweldingsociety #weldingsummit2024 #makeanimpact

Check out a preview of the July issue of the Welding Journal with articles dedicated to Resistance Welding and becoming a Certified Resistance Welding Technician. The July issue also includes a history on the evolution of welding in the automotive industry with new technologies significantly improving the welding process control and quality assurance. ➡️ Go to weld.ng/wjjul2024 to preview the July issue of the Welding Journal. 🔹 #weldingjournal #resistancewelding #certifiedresistanceweldingtechnician

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Welding Summit 2024, taking place August 7 - 9 in The Woodlands, TX, is your gateway to explore emerging trends and techniques in the welding industry. Join us to gain insights from top professionals and groundbreaking research. Be inspired by our keynote speaker, Dr. Rick Rigsby, whose viral speech on hope has reached over 300 million viewers. Dr. Rigsby, a former journalist, college professor, and football coach, will discuss making a lasting impact, not just an impression, in both professional and personal sphere. ➡️ Register today at weld.ng/WS2024 and take advantage of our special hotel room rate by July 6. 🔹 #WeldingSummit2024 #AWS #WeldingIndustry #ProfessionalDevelopment

🔹Celebrating the journey from #SkillsUSA competitors to mentors and champions of the trade🔹 From proud competitors to inspiring mentors, our past champions now guide the next generation. Meet the dedicated mentors and the talented welding finalist representing the USA at the WorldSkills competition in Lyon this September. ⬇️ Their journey highlights the power of mentorship and the bright future of welding. Join us in honoring their achievements and the spirit of mentorship that fuels success. 🔹 #americanweldingsociety #SkillsUSA #WorldSkills #weldingcompetitions #mentorship #weldingindustry #networking #futureofwelding #skills Joseph Young Matt Hayden

👨🏭 Coming at you from the SkillsUSA Championship in Atlanta!   Over 50 of the nation's best welders are competing today for a chance to be the best in the nation.  Who will emerge as the champion?     ⬇️ Let's cheer on these incredible talents as they showcase their skills and dedication.     🔹     #SkillsUSA #WeldingChampions #weldskills #skilledtrades #CareerTechEd #welded #SupportTheWelders #futureofwelding

This #NationalSafetyMonth, we’re highlighting the AWS Safety and Health Committee (SHC). Their mission? To ensure top standards of health and safety in welding, brazing, and thermal cutting. What Does the SHC Do? 🔹 Promotes knowledge on welding health impacts. 🔹 Standardizes methods for analyzing welding emissions. 🔹 Develops safe practices and standards. 🔹 Recommends projects for the Safety and Health Research Fund. 🔹 Collaborates with other AWS Committees and organizations. Help set the standards that keep our industry safe and gain access to the Accuris Engineering Workbench. ➡️ Ready to make an impact? Visit aws.org/getinvolved to learn more. 🔹 #AmericanWeldingSociety #AWS #WeldingSafety #AWScommittee #WeldingCommunity #SafetyFirst #IndustryStandards #Accuris #Welding #HealthAndSafety #NationalSafetyMonth

“People walk out of the AWS Welding Summit with more free consulting information than they can shake a stick at.” - Bill Newell, Conference Chair. Join us at the AWS Welding Summit in The Woodlands, TX, from August 7-9, 2024. Gain professional development hours, enhance your skills, and connect with industry experts through practical presentations, demos, and exhibits. Don’t miss the chance to network with peers and industry leaders, find mentors, and explore new concepts. ⬇️ Discover more about #WeldingSummit2024 in the recent Welding Productivity Magazine article below.

⚠️ June is National Safety Month, the perfect time to revisit your shop’s emergency action plans (EAPs). Ensure your plan includes clear steps for reporting emergencies, detailed evacuation routes, and guidelines for critical operations. Regularly check fire extinguishers, train staff, and have CPR-trained personnel and an AED on-site. Being prepared isn’t just about having a plan—it’s about practicing it. Stay proactive, stay safe! ➡️ Get the full scoop and best practices here: weld.ng/wjjun2024 🔹 #NationalSafetyMonth #StaySafe #EmergencyPreparedness #welding #WeldingSafety #WeldSafetyTips #PPE #AmericanWeldingSociety Based on a Welding Journal article by Matthew Haaksma, a Certified Welding Inspector with Orange County Ironworks LLC, Montgomery, N.Y.