Weld Australia hosts a range of events, from technical seminars and networking events, through to demonstrations, tours and our annual Summit. Below you’ll find a list of all our upcoming events. Click through to register to attend.
WELD AUSTRALIA INTRODUCTION TO PARTNERSHIP WITH EWI/CWB
Tuesday 29 April 2025 | Online Via Zoom
Weld Australia is proud to announce a strategic partnership with two of the world’s leading welding technology organisations—EWI (formerly the Edison Welding Institute) and the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB). Free to attend. REGISTER NOW
MAXIMISING PRODUCTIVITY WITH COBOT WELDING BY COLBOTIC AUTOMATION
Wednesday 30 April 2025 | Adelaide
Join us for an insightful introduction to cobot welding, where we’ll explore the key reasons why investing in this technology is a game-changer. Free to attend. REGISTER NOW
AWS D1.1 Course
30 April & 1 May 2025 | Melbourne – The Hilton Hotel, with live webinar to facilitate interstate attendees
Many industries worldwide, including structural buildings, bridges, mining equipment, marine applications, and more, now require welding to comply with the AWS D1.1 code. Achieving this certification ensures fabrication and inspection meet stringent quality standards, helping companies reduce rework, minimise costs, and deliver projects on time. The 2 day course will be facilitated by Cristian Zanfir (Manager of Standards, Office of Public Safety, CWB Group). REGISTER NOW.
What to look out for when reviewing subcontracts
Tuesday 27 May 2025 | Online Via Zoom
Weld Australia has partnered with legal experts Lynch Meyer Lawyers to bring you this comprehensive guide, designed to empower subcontractors with the knowledge needed to confidently review and negotiate contracts. Free to attend. REGISTER NOW
LASER WELDING & ADVANCED ULTRASONICS FOR WELD TESTING
Thursday 29 May 2025 | Ringwood, VIC
Come witness the latest technologies in laser welding and ultrasonic testing. Hear from industry experts and see first-hand demonstrations. REGISTER NOW
WELDED STRUCTURES: RESIDUAL STRESS & DISTORTION CONTROL; FATIGUE DESIGN
2 & 3 June 2025 | Adelaide – Venue TBC
Facilitated by USA expert Pingsha Dong, this two day course will cover the fundamentals that every engineer should know when designing welded components. From weld in-situ strength, residual stresses, and geometric discontinuities, every aspect plays a different role in contributing to resultant joint strength, and fatigue resistance. Implications on metallic additively manufactured (AM) parts will also be discussed. REGISTER NOW.
WELDED STRUCTURES: RESIDUAL STRESS & DISTORTION CONTROL; FATIGUE DESIGN
4 & 5 June 2025 | Sydney – Venue TBC
Facilitated by USA expert Pingsha Dong, this two day course will cover the fundamentals that every engineer should know when designing welded components. From weld in-situ strength, residual stresses, and geometric discontinuities, every aspect plays a different role in contributing to resultant joint strength, and fatigue resistance. Implications on metallic additively manufactured (AM) parts will also be discussed. REGISTER NOW.
Industry Drinks Night – QUEENSLAND & THE NORTHERN TERRITORY
12 June 2025 | Brisbane – Victoria Park | Sponsored by Kemppi
With a relaxed, informal setting, Weld Australia’s Industry Drinks Nights are designed to foster connections, inspire new ideas, and cultivate partnerships among Australia’s top welding professionals. FREE for Members; $65 for non-members. REGISTER NOW.
Industry Drinks Night – SOUTH AUSTRALIA
19 June 2025 | Adelaide – The Royal Australian Yacht Squadron | Sponsored by W.E.S.S
With a relaxed, informal setting, Weld Australia’s Industry Drinks Nights are designed to foster connections, inspire new ideas, and cultivate partnerships among Australia’s top welding professionals. FREE for Members; $65 for non-members. REGISTER NOW.
Invitation to Participate in the IIW 2025 Digital Collection Welded Art Photographic Exhibition: Progressing Biodiversity
22-27 June 2025 | Genoa, Italy | Launched at the 2025 IIW Annual Assembly
Submisssions due by Friday 25 April 2025. The IIW 2025 Digital Collection will be launched at the IIW Annual Assembly in Genoa, Italy, from June 22-27, 2025.. ENTER NOW
National Manufacturing Summit 2025
23 & 24 July 2025 | Shangri-La Sydney
Hosted by Weld Australia, the National Manufacturing Summit brings together a diverse group of industry stakeholders. This years Summit will be held on 23 and 24 July 2025. With the theme of ‘Manufacturing Australia’s Future: Local Strength, Global Impact’, the Summit will delve into the unique opportunity to revitalise Australia’s industrial base, ensuring that it not only survives but thrives in the forthcoming decades. Keep an eye out for registration details in the coming weeks. MORE INFORMATION
ASME Section IX Three Day Course
7-9 October 2025 | Brisbane
The ASME code is the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standard that regulates the design, development and construction of boilers and pressure vessels. ASME Section IX specifies the requirements for the qualification of welders and the welding procedure specifications. The course will be facilitated by Walter J. Sperko. REGISTER NOW
2025 Welding Excellence Awards
October & November 2025 | Nation-wide
The 2025 Welding Excellence Awards are a fantastic opportunity for welders, fabricators and educators across Australia to showcase their people and their operations. Entries for the 2025 Awards close at midnight on 5 Sept 2025. Awards ceremonies will be held in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney in Oct & Nov. Further details and registrations will be available in the coming weeks. MORE INFORMATION