One of the major factors that play a significant role in the economy is the basic supply of electricity and water. To maintain this supply, welding is a critical part of the maintenance chain that must be carried out at an acceptable standard using...
To address the future professional needs of the welding industry in Africa, the Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) has signed an SLA with The Welding Federation for Africa (TWF) to drive productivity in manufacturing across the continent....
A lack of apprenticeship opportunities is seen as one of the main obstacles facing artisan learners in South Africa. While students may achieve a suitable qualification at a TVET college, they subsequently discover that they cannot obtain the...
As part of their corporate social investment, Air Products South Africa has sponsored South African Institute of Welding’s (SAIW) Young Welder of the Year. The company sees the competition as another opportunity to further its aim of investing in...
A leading name in the sale and rental of welding, rigging and construction-related equipment recently concluded a turnkey project for Sappi’s Ngodwana Mill ‘GoCell’ Project. The expansion project consisted of a complete new fibre line for the...