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New Renovation Project begins at Hobart Institute of Welding Technology

By: Melinda Jeffery shortage of skilled welders in the United States. According to the
American Welding Society, there will be a shortage of 370,000
The next phase of expansion at Hobart Institute of Welding welders by 2026. HIWT is dedicated to welding training and
Technology has begun. Phase 2 covers 14,834 sq. ft. and includes education excellence. This expansion will allow the Institute to
the relocation of 8 classrooms, a new advisor/security office, new continue to grow and afford the opportunity for more individuals to
supply store as well as a relocation and rebuild of administrative get training in an in-demand sustainable career.
office space. In the space that will be vacated, 70 new welding
booths will be constructed bringing the total arc welding booth
count in the main campus to over 294. Additionally, the renovation
includes 13 new or updated classrooms. The investment in more
welding booths is in direct response to the current and looming

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