An all-day conference, the event covers 8 topics that include Review of Welding Effects on The HAZ Microstructure, The Situation Regarding The Heat-Affected Zones In P91 Steel, HAZ Failure of A Welded Seam in A517 Grade G Material And The Follow-Up Materials Evaluation, New Code Rules On Temper Bead Welding, Precautions To Be Taken With Heat-Affected Zones In Stainless-Steel Welds, Characteristics Of The Heat-Affected Zone In Aluminum Welds, Weld Heat Affected Zone Simulations In High-Strength Steels, and Weld Inspection Using The Latest In Advanced NDT Methods.

Conference registration is $345 for AWS members, or $470 for nonmembers. Registration includes all conference sessions, and two refreshment breaks. Register for the HAZ Conference by calling 800-443-9353, ext. 223, or visit http://www.aws.org for more information.

The American Welding Society is the largest organization in the world dedicated to advancing the science, technology, and application of welding and allied processes, including joining, brazing, soldering, cutting, and thermal spraying. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, USA, AWS serves almost 50,000 members throughout the world. In 2005, the AWS Welding Show - the premiere trade show for the welding industry - will take place April 26 through April 28 in Dallas, Texas, USA. For more information on AWS programs and publications, visit the Society's Web site, www.aws.org