Development of Alberta's energy and natural resources remains the most significant driver of the provincial economy. As supply chains become global, Alberta metal manufacturers face unprecedented global competition for capital and maintenance projects. Strategies that advance the most effective utilization of skilled labour are the keys to ensuring the competitiveness of the Alberta pressure equipment fabrication and construction sector.

Alberta innovates - Technology Futures (AITF) is pleased to host a one-day open forum to discuss the primary challenges related to certification and regulation of the skilled welding trades.

Key topics to be discussed include:

• Changes to the Alberta Apprenticeship curricular for the skilled welding trades,
• Streamlining welder certification and regulations for pressure welding applications
• Maximizing effectiveness of existing skilled labour
• Challenges related to the use of temporary workers
• The role of welding automation/mechanization and modern business development strategies to advance competitiveness.

Where:
Alberta Innvoates - Technology Futures
250 Karl Clark Road, Edmonton, Alberta

When:
Thursday, February 9, 2012
8:00 am - 2:30 pm

Format:
Morning - Presentations with Q&A
Afternoon - Town Hall with Industry Panel

To register click here.