Seminars & Workshops
The training course covers the analysis of error codes and faults, as well as how to rectify them, using practical examples relating to voestalpine Böhler Welding welding and cutting equipment. It also covers general machine settings at the service level and their impact on the overall system. Furthermore, the legal basis and the procedures for safety inspections and equipment calibration are explained and practised.
In addition, warranty processing, spare parts management and the efficient use of the Service Manager are covered.
Target group: Service technicians / Maintenance engineers
Qualification level: Advanced
In the “MAG welding of unalloyed steels” course, you will receive a practical introduction to the key factors influencing high-quality welded joints.
The focus is on understanding unalloyed materials, their welding properties and the targeted selection of suitable welding consumables, taking into account the base material, shielding gas and operating conditions. Another key area covers the professional assessment of mixed joints.
Target audience: Application engineers / Workshop managers / Welding shop staff
Skill level: Advanced
The training course covers the analysis of error codes and faults, as well as how to rectify them, using practical examples relating to voestalpine Böhler Welding welding and cutting equipment. It also covers general machine settings at the service level and their impact on the overall system. Furthermore, the legal basis and the procedures for safety inspections and equipment calibration are explained and practised.
In addition, warranty processing, spare parts management and the efficient use of the Service Manager are covered.
Target group: Service technicians / Maintenance engineers
Qualification level: Advanced
The training provides an overview of the structure and function of wire feeding systems. You will learn how to set up wire feeding lines for different requirements and wire types. Furthermore, you will learn to identify typical faults and problems associated with the wire feeding line and to resolve them in practice when faced with real-world challenges during the installation of a wire feeding line.
Target audience: Service technicians / Maintenance engineers / Application engineers / Workshop managers
Qualification level: Basic
This toolmaking training course is aimed at professionals who are already familiar with standard toolmaking processes and wish to deepen their knowledge or discuss case studies. The focus of this training is on presenting the relevant base materials, suitable welding consumables and their application in the various welding processes.
Target group: Application engineers / Workshop managers / Welding shop staff
Qualification level: Advanced
Deepen your expertise in the safe joining of different materials. Learn the basics of black-and-white joints, the use of the Schäffler diagram and the correct selection of welding consumables – compact, practical and directly applicable, supplemented by demonstrations and expert tips.
Target audience: Application engineers / welding supervisors / welding technicians
Qualification level: Expert
The training course covers the analysis of error codes and faults, as well as how to rectify them, using practical examples relating to voestalpine Böhler Welding welding and cutting equipment. It also covers general machine settings at the service level and their impact on the overall system. Furthermore, the legal basis and the procedures for safety inspections and equipment calibration are explained and practised.
In addition, warranty processing, spare parts management and the efficient use of the Service Manager are covered.
Target group: Service technicians / Maintenance engineers
Qualification level: Advanced
This training course covers the basics of arc welding, focusing on manual metal arc welding, submerged arc welding and gas-shielded welding.
You will also gain an overview of suitable welding consumables and the key requirements for personal protective equipment. Practical examples illustrate typical areas of use and applications of the processes.
Target audience: application engineers / welding shop staff / interested parties
Qualification level: Basic
The manufacture of components from high strength steels with yield strengths up to 1100 MP a places particular demands on welding technology and the filler materials used. Specific challenges arise based on different base material concepts.
Target group: application engineering, welding supervisors, welding technicians
Qualification level: Advanced
This training course is designed to deepen specialist knowledge of the welding- estainless processing of steels.
It provides information on the most important groups of stainless steel materials and their specific welding characteristics. Participants will learn about process parameters, typical challenges and the correct handling of post-weld treatment and pickling. Practical exercises and application tips are designed to help participants apply what they have learnt in their daily work.
Target group: application engineering, welding supervisors, welding technicians
Qualification level: Advanced
This training course offers a concise introduction to additive manufacturing using Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing. Current applications are discussed using best-practice examples. System configurations and parameter settings are also explained. A practical demonstration and a concluding knowledge exchange reinforce the content.
Target group: application engineers, welding supervisors, welding technicians
Qualification level: Advanced
In-depth training on voestalpine Böhler Welding’s welding consumables, materials and welding processes. The focus is on weld quality, defect prevention, optimal material selection, and professional storage and handling. Practical process optimisation and a welding demonstration show ways to improve quality, productivity and cost-effectiveness.
Target audience: Application engineering, welding supervisors, production managers
Qualification level: Advanced
The topics of joint welding and build-up welding of plant and machinery, which are important for the fields of maintenance, repair and wear protection, are presented with regard to process engineering and metallurgy. Build-up welding for wear protection is discussed using examples from various industries.
Target audience: Application engineers / workshop managers / process managers / sales managers in the field of maintenance and repair
Qualification level: Advanced
Introduction to metallurgy: microstructure and properties of metallic materials, fundamentals of alloys and phase diagrams with a focus on the iron-carbon system . The course also covers the production and classification of steels in accordance with ISO 10020 as well as the key principles of heat treatment for base materials and welded joints.
Target group: Application engineers, welding supervisors, welding technicians
Qualification level: Fundamentals
In-depth study of metallurgical fundamentals: microstructure and properties of metals and alloys, and phase diagrams with a focus on the iron-carbon system . The production and classification of steels in accordance with ISO 10020 and ISO/TR 15608, as well as heat treatment and ZTU diagrams, provide the necessary expertise for a sound materials engineering assessment.
Be able to describe the effects of heat input, cooling rate and multi-pass welding on the solidification of the weld metal and the microstructure formation of a single-pass weld compared to a multi-pass weld.
Target group: Application engineering, welding supervisors, welding technicians
Qualification level: Advanced
The manufacture of components from high strength fine-grained steels with yield strengths up to 1100 MP a places particular demands on welding technology and the filler materials used. Specific challenges arise based on different base material concepts.
Target group: application engineering, welding supervisors, welding technicians
Qualification level: Advanced
In addition to our comprehensive training catalog, the WELDINGacademy offers tailor-made training on request. Content, focus areas, and format can be individually adapted to meet your specific requirements.
For any questions regarding the individual modules, please contact hansjuergen.hruska-leber@voestalpine.com.
A selection of possible topics for your customized training on request can be found here.
In the training “MAG Welding – Unalloyed Steels”, participants receive a hands-on introduction to the key factors influencing the quality of welded joints.
The focus is on understanding unalloyed materials, their welding characteristics, and the targeted selection of suitable filler materials, taking into account the base material, shielding gas, and application conditions. Another key aspect is the professional evaluation of dissimilar joints.
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Learn the key features and processes of brazing – from fundamental terminology and applicable standards to the selection of suitable filler metals and fluxes. A particular focus is placed on brazing-oriented design to achieve optimal results in practical applications.
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This specialized training covers all relevant aspects of brazing in the HVAC+R sector – from brazing-oriented design to modern brazing techniques.
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Participants will understand the requirements of brazing in HVAC+R systems and are able to select suitable filler metals and fluxes for copper and dissimilar joints. They will master both flame brazing and induction brazing techniques and are able to produce consistent, durable, and leak-tight joints.
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Gain solid knowledge of furnace brazing as a reliable process for producing uniform and reproducible joints – ideal for series production and complex assemblies.
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Participants will understand the fundamentals and process sequence of furnace brazing. They will be able to safely select and apply suitable furnace atmospheres and brazing pastes, and are capable of assessing typical applications as well as systematically avoiding defects in serial production.
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This training provides in-depth knowledge of MIG and laser brazing – two key technologies for precise, low-heat joining in industrial manufacturing. These processes enable high-quality joints while minimizing thermal distortion and preserving base material properties
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Participants will understand the differences and advantages of MIG and laser brazing processes. They will be able to select suitable filler materials and process parameters and are capable of producing precise, low-heat, and quality-assured brazed joints for industrial applications.
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We support you directly on-site with a solution-oriented needs, feasibility, and process analysis tailored to your specific requirements.
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The aim is to develop a customized solution aligned with your needs to achieve optimal brazed joints in your production.
For many years, brazed joints have stood for maximum strength, exceptional reproducibility, and reliable process stability – in both industrial and craft applications. Achieving perfect brazing results depends on precise component preparation, optimally coordinated process parameters, and the targeted selection of filler metals and fluxes. Only with solid technical expertise can hidden quality deviations be identified early and sustainably avoided.
With this in mind, the training program to become a certified Brazing Supervisor TÜV® Süd provides hands-on expert knowledge at the highest level, in line with the concept of Brazing Perfection. You will learn how to implement brazing processes in compliance with standards, control them efficiently, and ensure their long-term reliability – supported by proven best practices from the world of Fontargen Brazing.
Become an insider expert: Take responsibility for planning, monitoring, and optimizing brazing processes, and consistently ensure the highest quality standards in your company.
This training is aimed at ambitious professionals from manufacturing, quality assurance, and design – as well as anyone who wants to expand their brazing expertise and position themselves for the future.
FUNDAMENTALS OF BRAZING – A Structured Introduction
Learn the essential principles and methods of brazing—from basic terminology and applicable standards to the selection of suitable filler metals and fluxes. Special emphasis is placed on design for brazing to achieve optimal practical results.
Day 1: Fundamentals of Brazing – A Structured Introduction
Day 2: Practical Demonstration and Examination
Personal Protective Equipment
For the practical demonstration, the following personal protective equipment must be brought and worn properly: