The Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) is a key stepping stone for students seeking to excel in a career in welding. At a macro level, this type of training is vital to the sustainability and growth of our economy while at a personal level, the SAIW gives its students access to an international welding […]
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The SAIW materials testing laboratory has achieved its South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) 5-year ISO 17025 renewal certification; a formal process of conformity assessment that recognises technical competency and competitiveness in the testing field. The certification underpins the SAIW’s expertise in testing welds but also highlights its ability to test materials such as stainless
SAIW Laboratory Achieves World-Class 17025 Recertification Read More »
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q : WHAT HAS CHANGED/IS DIFFERENT/NEW ABOUT THE SAIW? A : It’s a brand new day for the SAIW (!) and we are excited about the prospect of servicing our members and students even better than before with flexible, customised courses and career solutions. For that reason we have introduced the concept
Launch of Modularised Approach + New Flexible Payment Options Read More »
The Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) and the CSIR have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will see the two organisations collaborate on new technology and data sharing. This will develop the role of welding in the 4th Industrial Revolution and boost the contribution of this scarce skill to rebuilding the South
SAIW collaborates with CSIR to boost Welding Sector’s Technology Credentials Read More »
South Africa’s national welding capabilities are critical to the upliftment of South Africa’s economy. This has potential benefits for a wide range of applications from micro-joining of medical devices, electronics and photonics to larger-scale applications such as bridges, buildings, ships, rail, road transport, pressure equipment and pipelines. In light of this, the Southern African Institute
SA Welding Recognition to be Boosted by Virtual Exhibition Read More »
The SAIW is gearing up to present its internationally recognised NDT Level 3 Workshop in March 2021 which builds on pre-existing Level 1 and 2 NDT Qualifications to enable attendees to take on a more senior managerial role within an organisation. This includes the ability to oversee all NDT procedural and quality checks and the
SAIW Seeks to Alleviate Shortage of Highly Skilled NDT Managers Read More »
The South African Institute of Welding (SAIW) has announced the winners of its internationally recognised welding student training bursaries worth R120 000 each. Fhumulani Netshakhuma (22) and Palesa Mokoena (28) were each awarded a prized bursaries which provide a 28-week welding training course carrying both global recognition and access to opportunities for a welding career in
SAIW Awards Two International Welding Bursaries to Champion Local Skills Read More »
Welding is a scarce skill in South Africa with a resultant shortage of suitably qualified welders, who are equipped to meet the required skill level for new and existing projects. The current situation follows decades of non-regulated welder training, resulting in many welders but very few who are adequately qualified or competent welders. In fact,
Developing quality welding skills will boost SA’s economic recovery Read More »
The Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) will officially open its practical welding school on Monday, 8th June and will be accepting all other students from the 15th June 2020. This follows its shutdown in compliance with COVID-19 lockdown regulations. Executive Director John Tarboton says; “We are delighted to re-open as the SAIW is built
SAIW REOPENS ITS DOORS & MIND TO A BRAVE NEW DIRECTION Read More »
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