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• Getting the most out of failures

  • When
    29 Jul 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Online (MS Teams)

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  Getting the most out of failures/ Online event

  The Welding Institute Wales Branch is delighted to invite you to an inspiring technical talk on failure investigations. 

  What will the event cover?

  Failure investigation is only a small, but essential part of the root cause analysis process. This presentation highlights the difference between failure investigation and root cause analysis, considers the methodology of a failure investigation, and using examples, covers some of the pitfalls related to interpreting the data arising from failure investigations. Some of the challenges associated with failures which occur frequently, or occurred due to repairs being carried out without investigation of the failure are also considered

  Speaker details:

  Joanna Nicholas CEng FWeldI, Consultant Welding Engineer, TWI Ltd

  Joanna joined TWI Ltd in 1999, and has been involved in research, materials selection and failure investigations, mainly with ferritic steels, alongside welding consultancy. She has also been involved in various aspects of computer modelling of weld phenomena and welding software supporting standardisation of weld procedures and welder qualifications.

  Joanna has broad knowledge of ferritic steels with particular emphasis on hydrogen cracking and hydrogen diffusion, HAZ hardness, mooring chain, fasteners, in-service welding and 9% Ni steels. She has carried out numerous investigations in these areas including failure investigation as well as production qualification and research

  BENEFITS OF ATTENDING THIS EVENT

  • Information transfer from experts
  • Discussion, questions and answers on the failure investigations and root cause analysis
  • A broader understanding of the extent of standards in the industry
  • Attendance of this event qualifies for CPD

  CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD)

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

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• Understanding and Addressing Unconscious Bias - Dr. Hanane Benkhallouk

  • When
    31 Jul 2025
  •  
    8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Online (MS Teams)
  • Spaces left
    413

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  Global Institute Webinar

  The Welding Institute is very pleased to invite all members to attend an upcoming webinar hosted by our colleagues at TWI Middle East:

  Understanding and Addressing Unconscious Bias
  with Dr. Hanane Benkhallouk, award-winning DEI advocate and thought leader

  Date: Thursday 31st July 2025
  Time: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM (UK Time) via MS Teams

  This insightful session will explore the concept of unconscious bias, how it manifests in workplace behaviour and the actions we can all take to build more inclusive and equitable environments.

  This webinar is only available to members of The Welding Institute. This is a live webinar only so there will be no option to watch a recording later.

  We look forward to your active participation in this important conversation.

  SPEAKER BIO:

  Dr. Hanane Benkhallouk is an award-winning DEI advocate, culture change expert, and thought leader with over 20 years of international experience across North America, North Africa, and the Middle East. As founder of Tawazoun and Executive Director of Sustain Leadership Consultancy, she partners with organizations and governments to embed inclusive leadership, accelerate gender balance, and design cultures where diversity and belonging drive innovation and performance.

  Hanane is recognized for her human-centric approach to DEI, her pioneering initiatives advancing balanced workplaces, and her ability to inspire systemic change through practical frameworks like her SEEDS methodology. She is a sought-after speaker and advisor, known for making inclusion a lived value in organizations and societies.

  IMPORTANT - Once  you've registered on our website, you'll receive a confirmation email. This will direct you to register on Microsoft Teams. Once registered on both sites you will receive the joining link.

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• Closed Beta Testing of Pro-CW6 – TWI’s New Probabilistic CrackWISE® Software

  • Start
    13 Oct 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    14 Oct 2025
  •  
    3:30 PM
  • Location
    TWI Ltd, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge CB21 6AL

  
  

  Are you a Professional proficient in CrackWISE® 6?

  Join us for a two-day, in-person workshop, presented by the TWI Structural Integrity Team.

  Workshop Details:

  Date: 13 October 2025 09:00AM - 14 October 2025 15:30PM
  Location: TWI Ltd, Cambridge
  Cost: Free (includes refreshments and lunch)

  Overview:

  Join us for a two-day, in-person workshop focused on beta testing the new Pro-CW6 platform - TWI's New Probabilistic CrackWISE® Software. This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with the development team, test core features and provide meaningful feedback to shape the future of CrackWISE®.

  Day 1: Orientation & Initial Testing

  • Welcome & Introduction to the Team
  • Overview of Beta Testing Goals & Housekeeping
  • Refresher on Deterministic and Probabilistic ECA Methods
  • Live Demo of Pro-CW6
  • Hands-on Testing
  • Group Feedback & Open Discussion

  Day 2: Deeper Testing & Collaborative Feedback

  • Extended Hands-on Testing with New Use Cases
  • Individual Feedback Sessions & Surveys
  • Group Panel Discussion with the CrackWISE® Team
  • Summary of Key Insights & Next Steps

  Who Should Attend:

  This workshop is ideal for:

  • Professionals involved in integrity assessments proficient in CrackWISE® 6
  • Basic understanding of probabilistic fracture mechanics is helpful but not essential.
  • Similarly, prior knowledge of BS 7910 Annexes is not required.

  Register Your Interest:

  To apply for a place, please complete our short registration form. 

  Places are limited and will be allocated based on experience with CrackWISE® 6 and relevance to the beta test objectives. For more information, contact amina.salman@twi.co.uk.

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• Annual Member's Day 2025 - Today's Challenges in Skills, Training and Quality Control in Welding

  • When
    15 Oct 2025
  •  
    8:45 AM - 4:15 PM
  • Location
    The Welding Institute, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AL, UK
  • Spaces left
    160

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  About This Event

  Join us for the Institute's flagship event offering fantastic networking opportunities, thought-provoking discussions, and the official launch of our newest Technical Group: TG9 - Training, Qualification and Quality. Focused on all aspects contributing to achieving quality in welding and joining.

  The Welding Institute Annual Members’ Day 2025: Today's Challenges In Skills, Training and Quality Control In Welding

  Date: 15 October 2025

  Time: 08:45 - 16:15

  Venue: TWI Ltd, Granta Park, Cambridge, CB21 6AL

  Cost: Free to all Members of The Welding Institute

  
  

  Technical Presentations

  This year's theme addresses one of the most urgent challenges facing industry today, Weld Quality and Skills in Manufacturing. The UK is facing a critical shortage of competent welders and an ageing workforce. This event will explore how we can tackle the current capacity and capability gap.

  Topics include:

  • Failings in weld quality and their real-life consequences.
  • The shortfall in competent welders and welding technicians currently against the industry demand.
  • The relationship between technical understanding, practical skills, process control and weld quality.
  • Measures being taken in technical education and training by employers and training providers.
  • Implementing a career path in welding engineering.

  The meeting occurs at a time of global shortage of competent welders, welding technicians and associated trades. These shortages contribute to documented quality deficiencies and they are occurring at a time of increasing demand; notably in the renewable energy, nuclear, defence and transport industries.

  Member Workshops

  The afternoon will host engaging workshops designed to spark conversation, share progress, and shape the future of the profession. This year’s workshops include:

  Developing a Fresh Vision for Professional Registration
  A chance to rethink how professional recognition can evolve to meet the needs of modern engineers and technicians.

  Progress Across the Institute in 2025
  Will explore key achievements from the past year and how they support our Members, welding, joining and allied technology communities, and industry. Gain insight to what's coming for the year 2026 and how you can get involved.

  Closing the Welding Skills Gap
  With the critical shortage of skilled welding professionals, explore education, training, and employer-led initiatives tackling this challenge head-on.

  These workshops offer a chance to contribute your ideas, collaborate with peers, and help influence the direction of The Welding Institute.

  Full Programme Coming Soon

  Who Should Attend?

  The meeting will be of great interest to manufacturers, fabricators and service providers, those involved in welding management, welder and welding operator training, welders, inspectors and welding supervisory staff, and those responsible for quality management and project delivery. It will also appeal to individuals with a wealth of experience in the field who continue to stay connected to the profession, offering valuable insight and perspective to the conversation.

  Understanding the challenges requires input from all; those with welding skills, those tackling the shortage, through to the managers and policy makers implementing long term solutions.

  Continuing Professional Development

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

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