AWS - Discount Programs

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Take advantage of your AWS Members'-only discounts!
Take advantage of the following AWS's exclusive programs for members only! Receive discounts on automobile rentals, shipping costs, member credit and loan programs and much more!.  AWS Members also have access to a Health Insurance program.
 




CHECK OUT OUR NEWEST MEMBER BENEFIT PROGRAM:
AWS is proud to announce that we've partnered with WorldWide Insurance Services, Inc., a national, independent broker, in business since 1989,  to provide a health insurance program for AWS Members. We realize that health insurance for self-employed individuals and small businesses can present challenges, both in terms of accessibility and affordability. Worldwide's program includes:
  • Large selection of plans and insurance companies
  • Consumer information about the various types of health plans (PPO's, HSA's, HMO's, etc), including the pros and cons of each type of plan
  • For those of you with employees, our program provides guidance on employer-sponsored health care plans, including contribution rules, participation requirements, COBRA, HIPAA and more
  • Information to help you understand and manage specific medical conditions and health issues
  • Valuable information on wellness, prevention and disease management
  • Resources for the uninsured and those with uninsurable medical conditions
For more information, or to find the program that is right for you, visit www.worldclassbenefits.com/aws



Car RentalsCar Rentals
Receive worldwide member discounts for business and leisure car rentals through Hertz.  AWS Members'-only discounts will help you save on your next car rental need.





HertzAmerican Welding Society Members are entitled to special discounts with Hertz.
Your Discount CDP# 75641 is the key. Write it down and use it every time you make a reservation.

To check rates or make a reservation, visit hertz.com, call your travel agent or call Hertz at 1-800-654-2200.
Be sure and mention the Discount CDP# 75641 to receive special discounts.



Insurance
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Worldwide Insurance Services, Inc. - Health Insurance and more
AWS is proud to announce that we've partnered with WorldWide Insurance Services, Inc., a national, independent broker, in business since 1989,  to provide a health insurance program forAWS Members. We realize that health insurance for self-employed individuals and small businesses can present challenges, both in terms of accessibility and affordability. Worldwide's program includes:
  • Large selection of plans and insurance companies
  • Consumer information about the various types of health plans (PPO's, HSA's, HMO's, etc), including the pros and cons of each type of plan
  • For those of you with employees, our program provides guidance on employer-sponsored health care plans, including contribution rules, participation requirements, COBRA, HIPAA and more
  • Information to help you understand and manage specific medical conditions and health issues
  • Valuable information on wellness, prevention and disease management
  • Resources for the uninsured and those with uninsurable medical conditions
WorldWide also offers:
  • Life Insurance
  • Dental Plans
  • Health Plans
  • Disability Insurance
  • Travel and International Insurance
  • Prescription Plans
  • ID Theft Plans
For more information, or to find the program that is right for you, visit www.worldclassbenefits.com/aws

Auto & Home InsuranceAIG Car Insurance
We would like to announce to you that member benefits include savings on auto and home insurance!  The American Welding Society has teamed up with Liberty Mutual to offer our Members Group Savings Plus®.  This unique program allows you to purchase high-quality auto, home and renters insurance at low group rates through the convenience of checking account deductions or direct bill.

See for yourself how much money you could save with Liberty Mutual compared to your current insurance provider. For a free, no-obligation quote,
visit the Liberty Mutual website or call Liberty Mutual  at (800) 531-6087, and mention that you are member of  the American Welding Society.

*Group discounts, other discounts, and credits are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state.  Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only.  To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten; not all applicants may qualify.
Coverage provided and underwritten by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company and its affiliates, 175 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA.

Visit Liberty Mutual's website for more information.

Call
Liberty Mutual  at (800) 531-6087 and mention that you are member of  the American Welding Society.






 

FedEx Shipping
AWS has teamed up with FedEx to help boost your bottom line. Members are now eligible to receive valuable discounts of up to 26% on select FedEx® shipping services and can also take advantage of additional savings on FedEx Freight® and FedEx National LTLSM services. There are no costs and no minimum shipping requirements to take advantage of this great new member benefit.

AWS members can save:

•    Up to 26% on select FedEx Express® services
•    Up to 12% on select FedEx Ground® services
•    Additional savings on select FedEx Freight® and FedEx National LTLSM services

For more information or to enroll, please go to www.1800members.com/aws or call 1-800-MEMBERS (1.800.636.2377, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. EST, M-F).



 Enjoy exclusive savings on HP business products
HP DiscountAWS members can now enjoy special pricing and great discounts on a wide range of HP business products you use every day, including printers, notebooks, PCs, servers, and so much more! Check out the new HP ProBook Notebook and the HP Mini 5101, HP’s smallest and lightest mobile solution.


Plus, as an AWS member, you get these added benefits:
•    Free US ground shipping*
•    Flexible financing and leasing options
•    Specially-trained sales team
•    Award-winning service and support

For the life of your technology, for the good of your business
HP offers valuable services, tips, and tools, like easy financing, drivers & downloads, free online classes, support, and recycling. It’s more value for your money, and we call it HP Total Care. 

Buy with confidence when you choose HP—#1 in notebooks, desktops, printers, and servers.** Equip your business for success while you save money.

Visit www.hp.com/go/aws or call 1-888-202-4465 and mention code AWS.

*All orders must be billed and shipped to a US address.  Some weight restrictions apply.
** IDC Worldwide Quarterly PC Tracker, May 2009




AWS Certificates of Deposit & Money Markets
AWS Money MarketsPreferred CD and Money Market Deposit Account Rates for members of the American Welding Society: A solid savings and investment plan is founded on the principles of diversity, security, and performance. The American Welding Society is pleased to provide CD and Money Market Deposit accounts through Bank of America. The AWS Sponsored CD has consistently ranked among the best nationwide. And the AWS Sponsored Money Market has outperformed most money funds, as well as other bank money market and savings accounts, year after year. Additionally, these accounts come with FDIC insurance up to $100,000 per depositor. Get more information on opening an account.

T-Mobile Cellular and more Discounts
AWS Money MarketsT-Mobile now offers AWS Members discounted deals on cellular phones, devices and plans.  You also qualify for this exclusive benefit available to new and existing T-Mobile® customers:
• New customers: You may be eligible for up to a 10% discount on qualifying monthly charges.
• Existing customers: Call 1-877-453-8824 to migrate today.

For current specials and packages, please click here.

  Discounts on Welding Equipment/Tools of the Trade
An exclusive benefit for AWS Welder Members is the GAWDA / AWS Discount Program.  AWS Welder Members receive Members'-only discounts on welding equipment and tools of the trade by participating distributors.  Please note: discounts and items discounted are at the sole discretion of each company/branch. For discount amount, please contact the company/branch directly.  To see a full-list of participating distributors, please click here.



Special New Individual Member Offer
AWS BooksNew AWS Individual Members not only get all the money-saving benefits listed above, but join now, and get an AWS Technical Publication for just $35 (up to a $192 value).  Choose from Jefferson's Welding Encyclopedia (CD-ROM only), Design and Planning Manual for Cost-Effective Welding, Welding Mettalurgy, or the Welding Handbook, 9th Ed., Vol. 2To see the full list of publications that you can choose from, click here.


Bonus Offer: New Individual Members can join for two-years and Save $25.


Become an AWS Individual Member today by joining on-line here,  or fax or mail in a downloadable application (you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the pdf application.  If you don't have it already, click here to download Adobe Acrobat).  You may also join by calling (800) 443-9353, ext. 480, or (305) 443-9353, ext 480. 



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