MESNZ Maintenance Engineering Conference – Some of the key speakers

Maintenance Matters

The MESNZ Conference is in Hamilton 8-10th October 2024.

A few of the key topics and speakers will be:

Unconventional methods to extending the lifespan of your asset

Rex Sims – Wrap Resources Australia

This presentation introduces three different approaches in the repair and remediation of pipelines, process piping, tanks, civil infrastructure and vessels with the use of Viscous Elastic Coatings (VEC), corrosion passivators and lastly, Engineered Composite Repairs (ECR).
 

From high value to heavy duty – Exploring transformative capabilities of large-scale Metal3D printing

Ben Jackson – Fabriotics

Advancements in Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM)have revolutionized the field of metal 3D printing, making it practical and cost-effective to 3D print large metal parts. Traditionally this technology has been restricted to small-size, high-value metal items. However, recent advancements in robotic welding technology merge the design freedom and speed of 3D printing with the capacity to produce substantial metal parts.
 

The hidden threat – Process water chemistry and its impact on industrial corrosion

Jonathon Smith – Optimech

This presentation reviews New Zealand water chemistry by area and shows how variation in supply water chemistry can affect the corrosion performance of stainless steel and copper in industrial piping, boilers and heat exchangers affecting the service life.
 

More Information at https://mesnz.org.nz/conference/

Related Articles
Preventing pipeline failures before they happen
Construction defects account for a significant proportion of pipeline incidents, underlining the need for greater confidence, precision and traceability in how networks are laid. Quality assurance...
MESNZ Annual Maintenance Engineering Conference 2026
The annual MESNZ conference will be held 6-8th October at Fraser High School in Hamilton. Conference Program highlights •             Pre-conference training workshops! •             Field trip on...
The gearbox reliability checklist: Expert tips for preventing failures and reducing downtime
Across industries, maintenance teams are under growing pressure to maximise equipment uptime, control costs and extend asset life. Yet many gearbox failures are not caused by the equipment itself but...