Come join us in Erie, PA! Erie Institute of Technology will be hosting our Section’s Meeting on September 17th at 6:30 PM.
Join the AWS NWPA Section for a technical presentation by Nicholas McMillen, founder of Owetec Services, on the growing field of orbital welding. The presentation will cover fusion head and wire-feed orbital applications across sectors like aerospace, nuclear, clean energy, and biopharma. Topics include proper machine setup, joint prep, weld scheduling, and troubleshooting. This session highlights how automated and semi-automated welding is reshaping the industry — and the importance of formal education and standards to keep up.
Open to students, educators, and industry professionals.
Location: Erie Institute of Technology – 940 Millcreek Mall Blvd, Erie, PA 16565 (Millcreek Mall Complex)