EMILY VAN DER SCHYFF: BREAKING BARRIERS AND SETTING STANDARDS AS 2024’s BEST ISO 3834 WELDING COORDINATOR Emily Van Der Schyff, a standout figure in the welding and NDT industry, has been honoured with the prestigious Best ISO 3834 Welding Coordinator Award at the 2024 SAIW Awards. Her journey into welding may have started as a […]
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PASSION, DEDICATION AND INNOVATION IN NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING Sunithi Barends, the 2024 recipient of the prestigious SAIW President’s Student Award for NDT, stands out as a stellar example of commitment, technical expertise, and industry leadership. Recognised by the South African Institute of Welding for her excellence in non-destructive testing (NDT), Sunithi’s career has been driven by
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ARMAND PIERRE ROSENTHAL EARNS TOP HONORS AT THE 2024 SAIW AWARDS Armand Pierre Rosenthal, recipient of the 2024 Best Student in Welding Coordinator Award and the prestigious Phil Santilhano Award, stands as a testament to passion, dedication, and innovation in the welding industry. Armand’s journey from a self-taught welding enthusiast to an industry-recognised leader reflects
A CELEBRATION OF TWO DECADES OF INNOVATION, EXPERTISE, AND LEADERSHIP IN THE INDUSTRY Calvin Carrol, a veteran in the welding industry with over 20 years of experience, has been honoured with the 2024 Best Student in Welding & Fabrication Inspector Level 2 Award. Calvin’s remarkable journey has been characterised by continuous growth and a commitment
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A JOURNEY OF PRECISION, PASSION, AND PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE Len Jordaan, an accomplished Welding and Fabrication Inspector, has been recognised with the prestigious 2024 Best Student in Welding & Fabrication Inspector Level 1 Award. Known for his unwavering dedication to quality and excellence in welding inspection, Len’s journey in this field is marked by an impressive
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MANDLA MAKHUBELA: A RISING STAR IN WELDING, WINNER OF THE 2024 SAIW WELDING CHALLENGE Mandla Makhubela, an exceptional welder from Bazil Technologies in Witbank, Mpumalanga, has won the prestigious Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) 2024 Welding Challenge. His journey to success has been marked by dedication, perseverance, and a strong passion for his craft,
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SAIW AWARDS HIGHLIGHT ESSENTIAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO SOUTH AFRICA’S WELDING AND NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING INDUSTRIES Johannesburg, 11 November 2024 – The Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) hosted its 2024 Awards Gala in Fourways, Johannesburg, celebrating excellence in welding, fabrication, and non-destructive testing (NDT) under the theme, “SAIW – The Backbone of the Welding Industry.” The event underscored
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The Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) 2024 Welding Challenge has successfully concluded after four days of intense competition, showcasing the exceptional skills of South Africa’s next generation of welders. Held from October 21 to 24 at the SAIW’s City West campus in Johannesburg, the event brought together some of the country’s most promising young
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Doctors, lawyers, and accountants are often the preferred career choices for many young South Africans. But why are these seen as the only paths to career success? Welding has long been perceived as a gritty, blue-collar trade, but this perception is rapidly changing. Welding, along with related professions, such as inspection, coordination and non-destructive testing
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At the Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) in Johannesburg, students Mike Kunene and Byron Brandon Heunis are making significant strides in their welding careers, thanks to the comprehensive training they’ve received at the SAIW’s City West campus. Despite coming from different backgrounds and having taken varied paths, both students share a common passion for
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