Welding Digest

FABTECH is making its debut in Orlando at the Orange County Convention Center from October 15-17, 2024. The American Welding Society (AWS) is proud to host a week filled with exclusive educational opportunities and events, showcasing the latest in manufacturing equipment, industry innovations, and advanced solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency.  

This year’s theme, "Innovation. Inspiration. Impact," reflects AWS’s commitment to connecting, collaborating, and shaping the future of the welding industry.

Lawrence Bower, CWI, and a long-time attendee, praises AWS for its high-caliber presentations and networking opportunities, stating, "AWS always brings out the big guns, featuring the best presenters in the world. This attracts top talent, making the workshops and seminars superb and the networking truly special."

Exclusive AWS Offerings at FABTECH

FABTECH attendees can benefit from these exclusive offers when they join or renew their membership using the promo code FABTECH2024:

• Receive 15 months of membership for the price of 12.
• Corporate Members can enter for a chance to upgrade to an AWS Sustaining Company Membership.
• Supporting Company Members can enjoy a 7-day free trial of the AWS Sustaining Company Standards eLibrary.
• Student Members have a chance to win one of five AWS hats.
• Early Career Members can win an AWS-branded Carhartt tool bag.
   
• Enter our Education giveaway for a chance to win a custom welding helmet.
• Visit the AWS Bookstore for 40% off all AWS publications and toolkits from show floor inventory (excluding replicas and third-party publications). You can also enter to win a FREE D1.1 or D1.5.
• Attend the AWS Welding Track to maintain certification or earn PDHs with sessions led by industry experts, focusing on best practices and new developments in welding and manufacturing.
• Join the AWS Professional Program sessions on materials joining technology and processes, including additive manufacturing.
• Explore the Poster Session featuring graphic displays of technical achievements in welding and support students competing for cash prizes.
• Meet the ARCStars at the AWS Main Booth on Thursday, 10/17, at 10 am for an engaging panel/Q&A session, interactive activities, photo opportunities, and giveaways.
• The AWS Foundation Booth highlights over $3 million in scholarships, grants, and fellowships awarded to advance welding education. Visit to see recent recipients and learn more about AWS Scholarships and Grants.
   
• Attend daily FABTECH Live Podcast Sessions at the ArcJunkies Podcast Sessions (W304D):
  • Tuesday 10/15 | 2 PM: Lean Manufacturing & Process Improvement with Dr. Irani
  • Wednesday 10/16 | 11 AM: AWS Endorsements with Andrew Provost
  • Thursday 10/17 | 11 AM: Emerging Trends in Welding Education with Tim Baber
     
• On Wednesday, October 16, from 6–8 PM, join us at The Pub - Orlando for the Arcs and Ales Mixer. Enjoy networking, beer, soda, and appetizers (while supplies last), hosted by Jason Becker of the ArcJunkies podcast and Matt Bartles.

Join us at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando to connect, learn, and shape the future of the welding industry. For more details on AWS events at FABTECH, visit (aws.org/fabtech).