Hello AWS Kansas City Section Members, Voting is now open for the 2026-2027 AWS Kansas City Section Board Officers. The proposed slate of officers is listed below: Chair: Aaron Gibbs 1st Vice Chair: James Adams 2nd Vice Chair: Cristian Garcia Treasurer: Brian McKee Secretary: Michael Brunner Section members may also submit write-in candidates…
Join the AWS Kansas City Section on Thursday, April 30 from 6 – 9PM, for our 3rd Annual Arcs & Ales as we celebrate National Welding Month! This popular event brings together welding professionals, students, and industry supporters for an evening of great conversation and networking. Spots are limited to 40 participants, so be sure to…
Join the AWS Kansas City Section on March 19th at 5:30 PM for a technical presentation on Welding Procedure Specifications (WPSs). WPSs are a key part of ensuring weld quality and consistency, yet many welding professionals don’t always get the chance to fully understand how they work or why they are required. Our presenter, Dick…
The Kansas Section will be hosting Dynabrade Metalworking on Wednesday, February 18 at 6 PM and you’re invited! Dynabrade Metalworking will be showcasing their tools and different grinding techniques! They will also cover their welding school program they have to offer for instructors and students. We will also be giving away a tool for those in attendance! …
Come join us in St. Joseph, MO! Herzog Railroad Services, Inc. Research & Development is hosting our Section’s Event on January 15th at 5:30 PM. Start the year with a hands-on AWS Kansas City Section meeting at Herzog’s St. Joseph facility. On January 15, members will tour Herzog’s operations, learn how welding supports critical rail infrastructure, and enjoy…
Come join us in Topeka, KS! HME Inc., is hosting our Section’s Event on November 20th at 6:00 PM CST. Join the AWS Kansas City Section for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of HME, Inc. in Topeka, KS! Explore how this industry leader combines craftsmanship, technology, and innovation to produce high-quality structural and custom metal fabrications. Don’t miss this…
Come join us in Kansas City, KS! KCKCC Technical Education Center is hosting our Section’s Event on October 9th at 5:30 PM CST. The AWS Kansas City Section’s October meeting will focus on the upcoming updates to the AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code for 2025. A detailed overview of the revisions will be provided by CWI Cristian Garcia,…
Come join us in Kansas City, MO! Johnny C’s Deli & Pasta is hosting our Section’s Event on September 18th at 6:00 PM. Join the AWS Kansas City Section for an engaging session with AWS Life Member Dick Blaisdell, a cornerstone of the KC welding community. This high-level talk will cover the fundamental requirements and responsibilities of a…
Come join us in Kansas City, MO! Linde Weld is hosting our Section’s Event on October 11th at 8:30 AM. The Kansas City Section of the American Welding Society is sponsoring a seminar for a study guide to the CWI examination ● Learn about the test scope ● Learn the subjects included on the test ● Learn the…
Come join us in Kansas City, MO! Boulevard Brewing Brewhouse Bar is hosting our Section’s Event on April 24th at 5:30PM. This will be a local version of the successful Arcs & Ales event conducted by AWS National annually at FABTECH. There will be light snacks, drinks (Boulevard beer, house wine, and soft drinks), and a chance to…