The Inspection Exposition and Conference (IEC), will bring experts from the American Welding Society (AWS), American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), and Nondestructive Testing Management Association (NDTMA), together in Austin, TX, from November 8-10, 2023.
The AISC track details for our annual Inspection Expo & Conference is now available for you to view.
Immerse yourself in a plethora of topics, from valuable insights garnered from the TX DOT's inspection lessons to the intricate nuances of AISC 360 Chapter N specifications. This track promises a comprehensive exploration into the world of structural steel construction and inspection. With sessions covering everything from metallurgy basics to modern inspection requirements for complex coatings, there's a wealth of knowledge awaiting your discovery.
Curious about the entire lineup? Navigate to our event webpage to discover the full agenda and all the tracks that cater to diverse inspection needs.
Key advancements on topics common to steel construction, welding inspection, materials protection and performance, and nondestructive testing will be presented. Attendees will leave the conference with tips, technology and resources to improve the quality of their plans, drawings, documentation, visual inspections, procedures and testing processes. Presentations, panel discussions and breakout sessions regarding the state of the industry, its current trends and future outlook, are scheduled to encourage productive dialogue and collaboration from within a competitive industry. Informal networking opportunities are planned for both nights, and an exhibit hall will be open both days for participants to meet with suppliers and see what's new and what's next in the inspection industry.
“The goal of the 2023 IEC is to provide two-and-a-half days of continuing education that is informative and entertaining for both beginners and more seasoned professionals in the inspection industry,” said John Pariseau, Conference Chairman. “The keynote speakers, presentations, round tables, panel discussions and hands-on product demonstrations will educate and arm attendees with comprehensive knowledge of three important facets of the inspection industry and all its career possibilities.”
Discussion Topics Include:
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Inspection Fundamentals
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Roles of QA/QC
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Nondestructive Testing
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Corrosion and Inspection Plan Development
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Inspection Careers
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Visual Defect and Remote Inspections
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Inspection Documentation
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Advanced Ultrasonic Testing
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Welding, NDT, and Coating Procedures
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Inspection Auditing
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Welding Design Fundamentals
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Steel Structural Bolting
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Coating Inspection
One previous Inspections Expo & Conference attendee commented, “I learned many more reasons why what we do and what we will do matters. I learned I need to do a lot more and that I am proud to be part of a dedicated community providing an essential variable to the fabrication of Quality Structural Steel. I learned I need to take all of the professionalism, knowledge, passion, and experience exposed to me during the conference and make a difference with it.”
Attendee registration for the IEC includes access to the exhibit floor, keynote presentation, networking, morning and afternoon breaks, a lunch ticket, and drink tickets to the Exhibitor Happy Hours.
Exhibitor space and sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information and to register, visit aws.org/iec.
