Join us for the Spokane AWS Section 2026–27 Kickoff Meeting at Iron Workers Local 14! Where Do Inspection and NDT Requirements Come From? Our September speaker, Jim Wasson, has been in the industry since 1977 and has more than 20 years of special inspection experience. Jim will walk through how inspection and NDT…
As another successful year comes to a close, we would like to thank all our members, sponsors, presenters, and volunteers who helped make this year a success. The AWS Spokane Section continues to grow because of the dedication and involvement of welding professionals, educators, students, inspectors, fabricators, and industry partners throughout our region. This…
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at WearTek, where advanced metallurgy and heavy industry come together to produce high-performance, wear-resistant components. 📅 Wednesday, April 22 at 5:30PM This is a unique opportunity to see real-world manufacturing processes in action and gain insight into materials engineered for some of the toughest service environments. WearTek is…
Join the Spokane AWS Section for a casual Social Night at No-Li Brewhouse on January 28 at 6PM! This informal gathering is a great opportunity for welders, inspectors, engineers, educators, and industry professionals to connect, network, and build relationships outside of a formal technical environment. No presentations or speeches, just good conversation, food, and drinks…
Get ready for a unique and exciting Spokane AWS Section meeting! On Wednesday, November 19 at 5:30 PM, we’ll be heading to Silverwood Theme Park in Athol, Idaho for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour. Dan Wanamaker, Silverwood’s Maintenance Director, will guide us through how the park’s rides are inspected, maintained, and repaired to meet strict safety…
Come join us in Spokane, WA! Spokane Community College, Building 28, Standard Technical Education will be hosting our Section Meeting on October 22nd at 5:30 PM. About the talk: Chris will cover when welding is appropriate in structural work, how to approach joint design and procedure selection for performance and code compliance, and why specific choices affect reliability,…
Dear AWS Spokane Section Members, Leadership elections for the AWS Spokane Section are now open! We invite all members to participate by casting your vote via email. Current Candidates for Re-Election: All current officers have volunteered to continue serving for the upcoming term. However, write-in votes for any AWS Spokane Section member are also welcome.…
Come join us in Spokane Valley, WA! Wagstaff, Inc, will be hosting our Section’s Meeting on April 23rd at 5:30 PM. Join us for an exciting opportunity to tour Wagstaff, Inc., a global leader in aluminum casting technology, followed by our annual leadership elections. Founded in 1946, Wagstaff, Inc. is a global leader in aluminum casting equipment…
Dear AWS Spokane Section Members, It’s time for nominations for our section leadership! The following members have volunteered for re-election to their current positions: However, any AWS Spokane Section member can be nominated for these or any other board positions. If you or someone you know is interested in serving, we encourage you to submit…
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening in Spokane, WA! On March 12th at 5:30 PM, Spokane Community College Building 28 will be the vibrant hub for our Section’s Meeting. Join us for an exhilarating AWS Spokane Section Meeting, where industry leaders Joe Krels and Missy Everhart from UA Local 44 will take center stage! Dive into a…