Inspection Expo & Conference 2025: A Collaborative Event by AWS and Partners
Join us for the Inspection Expo & Conference (IEC) taking place from February 5-7, 2025, in St. Louis, Missouri. This event is a collaborative effort among four prominent organizations: the American Welding Society (AWS), the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), and the Nondestructive Testing Management Association (NDTMA). Tailored specifically for inspectors, this conference promises a wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities in the field of inspections and materials integrity.
Event Details
The IEC will be hosted at the Marriott St. Louis Grand, located at 800 Washington Avenue. Attendees can secure a special rate of $175, valid until January 11, 2025. Don’t miss this chance to connect with industry experts and enhance your professional skills.
What You’ll Learn
Participants can look forward to a variety of topics and sessions designed to enrich their understanding of advanced inspection practices:
- Advanced Inspection Techniques: Gain insights into the latest practices in welding inspection, nondestructive examination (NDE), coating inspection, and structural steel inspection.
- Industry Applications: Discover specific applications in key sectors such as aerospace, nuclear power, infrastructure, and renewable energy.
- Specialized Topics: Explore critical issues related to pipelines, offshore operations, tanks, and the challenges of using dissimilar metals in diverse industrial settings.
- Standards and Certification: Stay updated on the latest industry standards and certification processes essential for quality assurance and compliance.
- Ethics in Industry: Engage in meaningful discussions regarding ethical dilemmas faced by professionals in today’s complex industrial landscape.
Special Pre-Conference Event
Kick off your IEC experience with a pre-conference event dedicated to Failure Analysis of Welded Components: Cracking & Corrosion on February 4, 2025. This focused session will delve into critical failure mechanisms in welded components, providing practical knowledge from industry experts. Participants can register for this event separately or bundle it with their IEC registration for a comprehensive learning experience.
Stay Informed
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Additional Resources
- Shop Our Bookstore: Discover a range of reference materials, standards, and even some free downloads in our bookstore.
- Magazines & Media: Stay updated with the latest editions of Welding Journal, SprayTime, Inspections Trends, and more.
- Jobs in Welding: Explore job opportunities, enhance your resume, and take advantage of free resume reviews tailored for the welding industry.
The American Welding Society (AWS) is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing the science, technology, and applications of welding and related processes, including brazing, soldering, and thermal spraying. Join us at the IEC to expand your knowledge and network with professionals in the field.
