PROGRAMME CONFERENCE AREA

9:30

OPENING OF THE TRADESHOW

10:30

ROUND TABLE

IS IT POSSIBLE FOR JOINING TECHNOLOGIES TO BE EFFICIENT AND SUSTAINABLE AT THE SAME TIME?

In this round table we will explore how process optimisation can be key to achieving a combination of efficiency and sustainability. The latest innovations in joining equipment available on the market are designed not only to reduce the environmental impact of processes, but also to ensure high standards of competitiveness. An opportunity to discover the perfect balance between advanced technology and environmental responsibility.

Moderator:

EGOITZ ALDANONDO

Head of Union Technologies

LORTEK S.COOP.

Participants:

LUIS VIRIBAY

Director

SOLDAMAN S.L

BERNAITZ ARREGI

Researcher

TECNALIA

TXEMA ALDAY

Product Manager Metalfab

NIPPON GASES

12:00

ROUND TABLE

INSPECTION METHODS AND QUALITY VERIFICATION: TECHNOLOGY AS AN ALLY

Quality and traceability are fundamental pillars in joining technologies, and are evolving in step with technological advances. The incorporation of state-of-the-art tools in automated control and traceability processes ensures ever higher quality standards. These innovations not only optimise operational efficiency and minimise errors, but also reinforce product confidence, positioning companies at the forefront of the industry.

Moderator:

AGUSTÍN MARÍN

Technical Director

SPANISH ASSOCIATION OF NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING (AEND)

Participants:

ASIER OTEGUI

Researcher

LORTEK S.COOP.

IÑAKI GUTIÉRREZ

Project Manager

ZWICKROELL S.L.

BORJA GARATE

General Manager

METROLOGÍA SARIKI S.A

PABLO ÁLVAREZ

Business Line Manager

IZASA SCIENTIFIC

13:00

FAST INTERVIEW

NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING AND ITS IMPACT ON WELDING: INTERVIEW WITH AGUSTÍN MARÍN FROM AEND

AGUSTÍN MARÍN

Technical Director

SPANISH ASSOCIATION OF NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING (AEND)

16:00

ROUND TABLE

ENERGY TRANSITION: IMPACT ON JOINING TECHNOLOGIES

The energy transition poses significant challenges, but also opens up a range of possibilities for joining technologies. This process of change calls for innovative solutions, from electrification and electrolysers to hydrogen-based technologies or storage batteries. This session will discuss how the industry can adapt its processes to make the most of these transformations, achieving efficiency and sustainability in a context of global change.

Moderator:

AGUSTÍN MARÍN

Technical Director

SPANISH ASSOCIATION OF NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING (AEND)

Participants:

JAUME FUSTER

Market Development Manager Industrial Lasers

COHERENT

GARBIÑE MANTEROLA

Knowledge Transfer Manager

BRTA – BASQUE RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY ALLIANCE

DOMINGO LIMA

Head of R&D&I

ENSA

17:00

FAST INTERVIEW

CONNECTIONS IN THE DIGITAL AGE: NEW WAYS OF COMMUNICATING WELDING

Discussion between Adrián González (@adrianmadmetal), Raquel Alguacil (Rak Metal – @rak3l009) and Sergio Boj (@cerraboj), welders and content creators, about their experience spreading and disseminating information about welding on social networks.

RAQUEL ALGUACIL
@rak3l009

Metal Communicator

RAK METAL

SERGIO PRADES BOJ
@cerraboj

Manager

CERRABOJ METALLIC CARPENTRY

ADRIÁN GONZÁLEZ
@adrianmadmetal

Technician/responsible

TALLERES MASM

18:00

CLOSURE OF THE TRADESHOW

9:30

OPENING OF THE TRADESHOW

10:00

ROUND TABLE

GENERATIONAL CHANGE: TECHNOLOGICAL CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES

New generations represent both a challenge and an opportunity for the sector. The incorporation of emerging technologies, combined with training programmes adapted to current needs, can be a powerful magnet for attracting talent. In a sector in constant technological evolution, fostering generational change not only ensures the competitiveness of the present, but also that of the future. This scenario presents a unique opportunity to transform challenges into drivers of growth.

Moderator:

FERNANDO MAÑAS

General Manager

CESOL

Participants:

AINHOA MAIZTEGUI

Director of Technology Strategy

LARRAIOZ GROUP

DAVID SOLANA

Responsible for Welding and Heat Treatment

ENSA

JUAN CARLOS IBARROLA

Director of Vocational Training

LANBIDE – BASQUE EMPLOYMENT SERVICE

MARKEL MANTEROLA

Teacher

CIFP DON BOSCO LHII

RAFAEL FIERREZ

Vice-Principal and Welding Teacher

IES ZOCO

11:30

ROUND TABLE

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION: AUTOMATION, SENSORISATION, ROBOTICS AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Digitalisation is redefining joining technologies, driving a revolution in industrial processes. Automation, sensorisation, robotics and artificial intelligence are the major players in this transformation. This round table will analyse the main trends and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of the sector. A space to discuss how to adapt to a constantly changing industrial environment and make the most of its opportunities.

Moderator: