Welding Safety- the often unheard-of risks to your ears

Posted by Jade
On March 21, 2019
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PPE, Weld fume, welding, welding safety, WHS

In our last article we shared some shocking truths about the dangers of welding fume, and questioned whether the approach to weld fume extraction was perhaps sometimes a bit lax. Fume can have devastating long-term effects when inhaled, but continuous exposure to weld fume can also cause hearing loss. Anyone on a work site […]

Welding fume: how bad is it?

Posted by Jade
On February 7, 2019
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welding fumes, welding safety

Welding is a high-risk activity in many ways; but the inhalation of welding fumes and gases can have serious effects. Welding fume is made when a metal is heated above its boiling point. The metal cools and then condenses into fume; fine particles that can be breathed in. Welding fumes contain substances including metallic oxides, […]

Tullamarine Freeway sign falls – Was it a weld Failure?

Posted by Neville
On January 11, 2019
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A highway sign and support gantry collapsed and crushed a car during peak hour on Melbourne’s Tullamarine Freeway on Tuesday. Fortunately, the woman driving sustained only minor injuries. The four-metre by five-metre sign and gantry were installed as part of the CityLink-Tulla Widening project about 12 months ago. Graeme Chambers, Major Road Projects Authority director […]

AWS presentation at the IIW Conference in Bali & the Importance of Welder Training

Posted by pete
On August 2, 2018
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International Institute of Welding (IIW) Annual Assembly and International Conference Last week I had the opportunity to attend the 71st International Institute of Welding (IIW) Annual Assembly and International Conference. The theme of this year’s conference was Advanced Welding and Smart Fabrication Technologies for Efficient Manufacturing Processes’.” Neville Cornish and I presented on “Techno-economic Feasibility of Modified […]

Certified Welding Engineer Exam- First in Aus

Posted by Jade
On June 29, 2018
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Meet our new friend Jijo. Jijo is the first (and only) person to complete the American Welding Society Certified Welding Engineer exam at our test site here in Australia. Jijo lives in Victoria where he works for the American multinational company, and supplier of industrial machinery, Flowserve. Jijo is a QualityEngineer, ensuring the integrity […]

One-on-one Specialised Welder Training

Posted by Jade
On May 23, 2018
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Aaron Buffett recently came to AWS from Norfolk Island for 10 days of customised welder training. Aaron was born and bred on idyllic Norfolk Island and has a background working in trades and tourism, but now manages the refuelling and maintenance work at the airport on the island. He wanted to make sure his […]

Manufacturing Industry Night at AWS a chance to talk about the future of the industry in SA

Posted by Jade
On March 14, 2018
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South Australian small businesses are calling for greater government accountability, a fair payment regime from Tier 1 contractors on major projects and a tertiary education system that will ensure training provides new employees with relevant skills at the right level. Around 50 representatives of South Australian small business voiced these and other concerns at an event […]

The Hon. Dean Brown visits AWS

Posted by Jade
On August 2, 2017
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Chairman of the Playford Trust, the Hon. Dean Brown AO recently met with AWS to discuss support for engineering scholarships and awards for women in welding engineering. Recently AWS was recognised for its mentorship role for several STEM interns at the Defence and STEM Scholarship award night. Following these awards, former SA Premier the Hon. […]

Welding History: One of the first CWIs

Posted by Jade
On August 1, 2017
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Friend of AWS, Robert J. Buhl was one of the first 500 people to earn the CWI qualification from the American Welding Society in 1976. Mr Buhl (Bob) and AWS Director Neville Cornish became friends while working together for Perrys Engineering in the 1990s, and have stayed close ever since despite Bob moving back home […]

Posted by Jade
On June 20, 2017
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AWS supports SA’s Department of State Development ‘Defence Honours Scholarship’ programs- currently hosting two award-winning Engineering students as interns. Neville and Rahim recently had the good fortune to attend the DSD award night celebrating these high-achievers and the ongoing support for skills in defence. We have been able to take on a number of interns in recent […]

The Benchmark in Expert, Independent Advice

Posted by Jade
On April 27, 2017
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AWS is made up of a team of experts in engineering, welding and joining, inspection and compliance. We have extensive experience in Australia’s major industries: defence, resources and manufacturing. The AWS team is made up of industry experts and award-winning academics, for a unique combination of perspectives on any issue. Our engineers hold a huge range […]

AWS Defence Credentials

Posted by Jade
On April 12, 2017
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The team at AWS has a long history of providing welding engineering, training & quality assurance on Australian Defence Projects. Owner of AWS Neville Cornish began his career in defence at SA Manufacturing giant of yesteryear Perry Engineering in the ’80’s and 90’s. Neville was responsible for (all welding, all welding procedures, all equipment, training all welding […]

Councils Clamp Down on Drones in Public Places

Posted by Jade
On March 20, 2017
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According to Brett Williamson via ABC Radio Adelaide, ‘a growing number of councils and local government departments are introducing by-laws to restrict where drones can be flown’. A few weeks ago we posted about the importance of Drone pilots being properly accredited and trained. Drones are becoming more popular and accessible than ever, but there […]

Canadian-Approved Eh

Posted by Jade
On March 14, 2017
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Do you know here at AWS we have the only Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) Approved Professional Engineer in Australia? In 2015 our Managing Director Neville Cornish added to his list of international credentials with the CWB Approved Professional Engineer. This undertaking was after being recruited by Gekko Systems in Victoria, as they had some innovative […]

IMarEST President’s Commendation

Posted by Jade
On February 10, 2017
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AWS receives recognition for our contribution to the Australian Maritime industry. IMarEST (the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology) is not just a mouthful, it’s an international body, bringing together marine professionals into a multi-disciplinary community. In 2016 AWS was awarded a South Australia Branch Certificate from IMarEST ‘For their contribution to […]

Compliance in the New RAH

Posted by Neville
On February 1, 2017
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Compliance of Safety Critical Structures, Compliance of Safety Critical Structures - the New RAH

The new Royal Adelaide Hospital has been an exciting, yet massively expensive project for SA, troubled by ongoing construction defects. How can we ensure our investment is spent wisely on safe and efficient structures in the future? An investment for SA The construction of a new Royal Adelaide Hospital should be a great addition to the city, […]

Why Engage a Licensed Drone Operator?

Posted by Jade
On January 20, 2017
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Drones, while there are many different types, are fairly easy to find these days, affordable, and with a bit of practice, seem simple to fly. Right? So why engage a licensed drone operator? Not many people are aware of the safety regulations, and potential consequences of flying a Drone, including many photographers and hobbyists. In […]

10-Year Anniversary for AWS

Posted by Jade
On October 27, 2016
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AWS was established 10 years ago on the 26th of October! This birthday is a huge achievement for the owners and staff at AWS, who have worked hard over the last decade to continually improve and diversify our services, maintain the highest standards of quality and safety, and contribute to innovative projects all over the […]

A Brand New AS/NZS 2885.2- Welding Engineers essential

Posted by Jade
On July 1, 2016
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The updated version of the Australian code for Pipeline welding (AS/NZS 2885.2) has recently been released and there are some changes that will help improve compliance and safety conditions of pipeline welding in the future. These changes follow a lengthy process of collecting feedback and recommendations from Industry experts and representatives. Major areas of […]

Panama Convention

Posted by Jade
On April 25, 2016
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Our Managing Director Neville Cornish just had a working holiday of sorts, attending the American Welding Society Convention in Panama! This event takes place every two years in a different location each time. It allows Agents and Staff from the AmWS to get together and talk business (nothing to do with off-shore tax havens, we promise). As […]

Droning On: Our brand new UAV!

Posted by Jade
On February 2, 2016
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You would have heard us droning on about our new UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) services over the past year, but this week we’ve taken the final step to make this plan a reality. Last May, our Chief Inspector, Supervisor and now Pilot, Garth Heard undertook an intensive course to become a commercial UAV pilot. He […]

American Welding Society Certification

Posted by Jade
On February 2, 2016
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American Welding Society CERTIFICATION NOW AVAILABLE IN AUSTRALIA THROUGH AUSTRALIA WELDING SOLUTIONS Adelaide-based company, Australian Welding Solutions (AWS) has signed an agreement to be official agents for American Welding Society. This partnership means U.S. Certifications are available throughout Australia and New Zealand for the first time. AWS Australia’s leading trainers AWS has been providing advanced […]

Safety & Compliance: It’s best to know where you stand

Posted by Jade
On January 1, 2016
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The ACCC (Australian Competition & Consumer Commission) has recently handed down a hefty $515,000 penalty to an Australian company that misled small businesses over their safety and compliance needs, reminding us we should all be aware of our responsibilities and liabilities. Safety and Compliance are not things you want to be too cavalier about, especially in high-risk industries such […]

Posted by Jade
On August 12, 2015
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As Founder and Managing Director of AWS, Neville Cornish has added another qualification to his belt, ensuring we are uniquely positioned in the Australian welding industry. Neville recently became approved as a Canadian Welding Bureau Approved Professional Engineer. He is the only person in Australia to hold this qualification, so is the man to speak to if […]

Under Pressure: Education is needed for pressure plant awareness

Posted by Jade
On July 20, 2015
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Most inspection bodies around Australia will be familiar with comments from clients about their requirements for items of pressure plant. ‘Oh I didn’t know that’, ‘It has to be registered?’ ‘I don’t know if we do that’, ‘No one told me that when I bought it’. It’s not unusual to get an urgent inspection request […]

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