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THE WORLD OF WELDING http://www.welding.org

CONTENTS Winter 2012/13

Weldability of Metals Creates Knowledge Welders by Andre Odermatt ............................................................. 3
New Faces at Hobart Institute: Tom Sumerix and Kevin Trick................................................ ....................... ....4
Welder Reveals Artistic Talent: Jason Stangel ..................................................................................................... 6
Ask the Recruiter: Selecting References by Anne Kutscher ................................................................................ 7
Reflections on 9/11 Sculpture: Neil Mansfield .................................................................................................... 8
2010 HIWT Graduate Max Kramer Named Shop Foreman ................................................................................ 9
Hobart Institute Named Military Friendly School for 2013 .............................................................................. 10
Bug-O Donates Modular Drive Equipment to Hobart Institute of Welding Technology .................................. 12
New Lab at Columbiana County CTC ............................................................................................................... 13
The Art of Remembering ................................................................................................................................... 14
Welding for the Nonwelder Attracts Mother and Daughter ............................................................................... 15
OOGEEP Awards Scholarships to HIWT Students .......................................................................................... 16
AWS Employees Receive Hands-on Training at Hobart by Cindy Weihl .......................................................... 17
Homeless, Jobless, and Fearless: Doug and Catrina Davis ............................................................................... 18
Hobart Institute Hosts Tour for National Manufacturing Day ........................................................................... 20
Free Machining Steel by Elmer Swank, Jr. ........................................................................................................ 21
New Product Introductions, Industry Segment Showcases Anchored Miller at Fabtech 2012 ......................... 22
Letters to the Editor ........................................................................................................................................... 25
AWS Announces Matching Gift Program for Endowed Scholarships .............................................................. 25
Hobart Institute Recognizes Excellence in 2012 ............................................................................................... 26
Picture Yourself in the World of Welding .......................................................................................................... 27
Enroll in Upcoming Courses at the Institute ...................................................................................................... 35

Front Cover: A deer created from horseshoes and welded by the students under the direction of Thomas R. Shirk,
AWS-CWE, at The Pruden Center for Industry and Technology, Suffolk, Virginia.

Articles submitted to The World of Welding by outside sources do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Hobart Institute. The Hobart Institute of Welding
Technology does not endorse or promote products which may be described in the magazine other than services or products offered by the Institute. Information
about new products or developments in the welding industry are often press releases issued by the companies offering the products and are published based
on their education and news value. Such information is published for informational purposes only and the accuracy thereof is not warranted. Purchasers of
products featured in this magazine should investigate the product as to its quality, features, and appropriateness for purchase.

MISSION OF THE
HOBART INSTITUTE OF WELDING TECHNOLOGY
The Hobart Institute of Welding Technology is a nonprofit institution dedicated to welding training and education excellence.
The Institute educates and trains individuals in the use and application of welding technologies; develops and disseminates welding training
and educational material; and conducts certification research and qualifications for the welding industry.
Based in North America, The Institute continues to enhance its reputation worldwide through affiliations with
leading international training organizations, assuring continued growth and self-sufficiency.
The long-range mission of the Institute is to be the premier welding institute worldwide.

The World of Welding ISSN 1545-9691
A quarterly publication of the
Hobart Institute of Welding Technology
400 Trade Square East; Troy, OH 45373 U.S.A.
Phone:
(800) 332-9448 or (937) 332-5000 Fax: (937) 332-5200
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HIWT@welding .org
Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools Registration No. CR70-12-0064HT
Andre Odermatt, President Marty Baker, Editor
http://www.welding.org Published by Post Printing Company, Minster, Ohio.

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