Southern Counties Branch September Technical Presentation on the Advancements of Pipe Working Technologies (in-person only)

The Welding Institute Southern Counties Branch invite you to their September Technical Presentation:

The presentation will take place on 17 Spetember 2026 at 7pm at 26 Solent Industrial Estate, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire. SO30 2FY. 

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT ONLY

Presentation Overview:

The facility will be set up with a wide range of poipe welding and working equipment on the day, there will also be a live demonstration as part of the presentation.

This event will provide attendees the opportunity to learn about the latest trends in the tube and pipe working related industries. There will be three presentations, supported by live demonstrations outlining how quality and productivity can be improved.

In addition to the three main presentations, there will be the opportunity to see live demonstration of Kemppi’s WiseRoot open are welding technology and the PPM range of purging products.

Meet the speaker:

Steve Purnell from Rapid Welding, Cosham, Hampshire.

Presentations and Demonstrations by:

Maxime Leycure - AxxAir Orbital Welding & Cutting

Paul Burden - TAG Pipe Preparation Equipment

Jonathan Bramall - WeldingDroid TIG Spooling System

Benefits from attending the event:

• Attend in-person For a friendly, low-pressure way to see what the branch is like (come along even if you don’t know anyone.)
• Meet local peers and make useful connections wherever you join from. It’s a welcoming, inclusive space for new voices and first-time attendees.
• Practical takeaways you can use straight away, shared by people working in the industry right now. 
• Interactive discussion and Q&A with questions taken from the room. Bring your real questions and get honest, helpful answers.
• Get involved at your own pace. Attend in-person to see what events and branches are like, and then you can help shape what the branch does next.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD):

The Welding Institute awards points towards CPD for delegates attending this webinar. Every hour attendance of an event will earn 2 points towards your continuing professional development.