SOUTH AUSTRALIA INDUSTRY DRINKS NIGHT
Adelaide | Thursday 16 April 2026
You’re invited to attend Weld Australia’s South Australia Industry Drinks—a night of networking with industry colleagues.
With a relaxed, informal setting, these events are designed to foster connections, inspire new ideas, and cultivate partnerships among Australia’s top welding professionals. Whether you’re looking to catch up with peers, meet potential collaborators, or gain insights into the latest industry trends, these events promise to be invaluable.
If you’re a Weld Australia member, you can register now—for FREE!
Hear from Ben Mitchell, Director Strategic Partnerships, Weld Australia, Bradley Behrendt, State Manager, SPW South Australia, and Chad Bourke, Business Manager South Australia, BOC and ELGAS.
You Could WIN a Unimig Razor 250 Mig Welder Valued at $1980!!!
Just pop your business card in the bowl on the night to be in the running!
The RAZOR MIG 250 is a powerful multi-process welder offering MIG, TIG and STICK welding functions, whilst still being a portable machine. This makes the RAZOR MIG 250 ideal for welders needing powerful performance both in the workshop and site work. With a Spool Gun connection, and the ability to run all MIG Wire spool sizes, the RAZOR MIG 250 is a must-have for every serious welder.
Bradley Behrendt – is an experienced industry leader with a 13 year career at Linde, where he built a reputation for reliability, dedication, and genuine people-first leadership. Known for his calm approach and strong work ethic, Bradley played key roles across operations, customer support, and team management, consistently helping teams deliver safe, efficient, and high quality outcomes. With a knack for building strong relationships and bringing out the best in others, Bradley is widely recognised as the “nice guy” who gets things done—balancing professionalism with approachability. His hands-on experience, combined with a steady leadership style, has made him a trusted figure across the organisation. Now continuing his career as State Manager for SPW SA, Bradley brings the same integrity, commitment, and positive energy that have defined his journey so far.
Chad Bourke – With 19 years of dedicated experience within the Linde Group, Chad Bourke is a seasoned leader in the industrial gases and energy sectors. As the current Business Manager for BOC and ELGAS in South Australia, Chad drives strategic growth, operational excellence, and customer-focused outcomes across both businesses. Throughout nearly two decades with Linde, Chad has built a strong track record of developing high-performing teams, strengthening customer partnerships, and delivering sustainable commercial performance. Known for his collaborative leadership style and commitment to continuous improvement, he has played a key role in shaping regional strategy and supporting the evolution of the BOC and ELGAS brands within a competitive market.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday 16 April 2026
- Time: 6.00pm to 8.30pm
- Venue: Coopers Brewery
- Address: 230 Regency Rd, Regency Park SA 5010
- Cost: Free for Members; $70 for Non-Members. Includes drinks and canapes throughout the event.
This event is proudly sponsored by BOC & SPW.
Need help or further details? Contact events@weldaustralia.com.au