WELCOME INSIDE NEWS


4 A shipbuilding centre of excellence 6 Going for gold 8 New fabrication instructor goes full circle 10 Dear Members 12 The welding skill shortage in the UK and inspiring the next generation


13 Promoting success 14 When accuracy matters 17 Celebrating with a record order intake


AEROSPACE


18 Prepping for the future in aerospace 22 Defect-free critical parts MACH 2024 PREVIEW


24 New technology to the forefront 25 Get into the groove 26 Unleash the beast 27 Experience counts 27 Logical Welding


SUPPLIER FOCUS 28 A reflective look ahead for the New Year HEALTH & SAFETY 32 Extracting the benefits BUSINESS MATTERS – EDUCATION & TRAINING


34 Welducation simulation 35 The importance of staff training and development


PRODUCT NEWS 37 High performance robot welding BUSINESS UPDATE 38 Matching technology with cost TECHNOLOGY


39 New welding wire extends equipment life 41 Refractory brickmaker benefits from new development in repair material for kneader rotors


INTERESTING ENGINEERING


43 Interesting Engineering - new for 2024 we have a look at some of the ‘stand out’ projects and applications from around the globe. If you any you wish to share please feel free to email them to us for consideration


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