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Expo Hours
| Monday Sept. 8 | 9 AM — 5 PM |
| Tuesday Sept. 9 | 9 AM — 5 PM |
| Wednesday Sept. 10 | 9 AM — 5 PM |
| Thursday Sept. 11 | 9 AM — 3 PM |
Venue
McCormick Place
2301 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60616
About the Expo
North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event heads to McCormick Place in September 2025. FABTECH provides a convenient "one stop shop" venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, see the latest industry products and developments, and find the tools to improve productivity, increase profits and discover new solutions to all of your metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing needs.
North America's Largest Metal Forming, Fabricating, Welding and Finishing Event
Automation
F171: Harnessing Efficiency and Precision: The Advancement of Welding Automation
*This conference session requires registration and payment. Click here to register/add session to your registration.
In an era of technological innovation, welding has seen remarkable transformations, culminating in integrating automation technologies that redefine manufacturing processes. This overview delves into the evolution and strategic implementation of welding automation, highlighting the pivotal role of technological advancements in enhancing production efficiency, precision, and quality. It underscores the importance of a methodical approach to automation, including assessing manufacturing needs, selecting appropriate technologies, and fostering organizational alignment. As businesses navigate the complexities of digital transformation, the insights provided offer a concise guide to embracing automation in welding, ensuring competitiveness and sustainability in the manufacturing sector.
Automation Track Sponsor
About This Session
- Date: October 17, 2024
- Time: 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
- Room: Room S-330 C
- Level: Intermediate
- Track: Automation
Speaker
Doug Zoller
CLOOS North America
Doug Zoller, with a BS in Welding Engineering from The Ohio State University, brings over 25 years of experience in sales, support, project management, and engineering. As President and General Manager of CLOOS North America since 2022, he spearheads growth and market expansion. His career includes significant roles at ESAB and as a Senior Welding Engineer at American Tank and Fabricating, showcasing his expertise in driving excellence and customer satisfaction.
FABTECH Conference
Tracks: 3D/Additive, Automation, Cutting, Laser, Forming & Fabricating, Job Shop, Lean, Management, Marketing & Sales, Robotics, Smart Manufacturing, Stamping, Workforce Development
| Sessions | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Sessions | $195 | $220 |
| Workshops | $499 | $599 |
| Best Value Full Conference (5-8 Sessions)
| $795 | $900 |
CCAI Finishing Conference
| CCAI Finishing Conference | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Session | $112.50 | $125 |
| 2 Sessions | $202.50 | $225 |
| 3 Sessions | $270 | $300 |
| 4-8 Sessions | $405 | $450 |
AWS Welding Conference
| AWS Welding Conference | Member Price | Non-Member Price* |
|---|---|---|
| One-Hour Sessions (W7, W8) | FREE | FREE |
| Two-Hour Sessions (W1, W2, W12, W13, W14) | $95 | $150 |
| Weld-Ed Conference (W5) | $50 | $75 |
| Half-Day Sessions (W3, W10, W15) | $345 | $430 |
| Full-Day Sessions (W4, W6, W9, W11) | $565 | $665 |
| Professional Program (W16) | $395 | $495 |
| *Non-member price for AWS Welding Full-Day Sessions only includes a one-year AWS Individual Membership. | ||
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