AN INSPIRING STORY OF EXEMPLARY ACHIEVEMENT The recipient of the 2023 Fellow of the SAIW award Makakane Maroga’s remarkable journey in the welding industry began with an unexpected twist, a decision that would shape his extraordinary career. In 2008, he found himself enrolling in the SAIW’s welding inspection course at the behest of his manager.

A LIFETIME OF WELDING EXCELLENCE HONOURED BY SAIW Reflecting on Milestones, Mentorship, and the Future of Welding in South Africa In the vibrant world of welding and metallurgy, South Africa boasts an icon whose contributions have left an indelible mark on the industry. Professor Tony Paterson, a seasoned welding expert, was recently recognised with the

AN ENDURING COMMITMENT TO QUALITY In the world of engineering and manufacturing, excellence is not the result of a single project or a solitary achievement. It’s the culmination of a company’s enduring commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and embracing the fundamental principles of industry standards. ND Engineering, a company with a legacy spanning over five

A PASSION FOR PRECISION Chandri Swanepoel, a shining star in the field of welding and non-destructive testing (NDT), has been awarded the esteemed SAIW Best Welding Co-ordinator Award. Her journey to this accolade was marked by relentless dedication to quality and a commitment to surpassing industry standards, ensuring top-notch precision and safety in welding projects.

A PASSION FOR EXCELLENCE Willem Rossouw has emerged as a trailblazer by clinching the SAIW Phil Santilhano Memorial Award for outstanding achievements in Level 2 welding and NDT. In this exclusive interview, we delve into the remarkable journey of Willem Rossouw, celebrating his exceptional accomplishments, his passion for the field, and his advice for aspiring

A BEACON OF EXCELLENCE The South African Institute of Welding (SAIW) Annual Awards ceremony celebrates the brightest stars in the field of welding and non-destructive testing (NDT), including Tsiliso Litali, who has walked away with the prestigious 2023 Phil Santilhano Memorial Award for Best Level 1 Welding Inspector and Coordinator Student. A childhood curiosity realized

A RISING STAR IN NDT Sunithi Barends is the recipient of the SAIW 2023 Presidents’ Award for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) for her top marks in the Level 1 SAIW course. With her exceptional dedication, relentless perseverance, and passion for what she does, Sunithi’s journey is an inspiring story of success in a highly competitive field.

ELEVATING EXCELLENCE IN NDT Kurt Du Plooy has claimed the prestigious SAIW PRESIDENTS’ AWARD FOR NDT Level 2 thanks to his top scoring marks after completing this course. His recognition was driven by his latest accomplishment in the field, securing his UT Level 2 qualification, making it his fourth Level 2 method alongside VT, MT,