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AWS: American Welding Society

Encore is an affiliate company member of the AWS and a long time member of the board of directors of the Long Beach / Orange County Local Section 028.

The AWS was founded in 1919 as a nonprofit organization with a global mission to advance the science, technology and application of welding and allied joining and cutting processes, including brazing, soldering and thermal spraying. AWS strives to move the industry forward in both thought and action, as well as inspire new generations to see the exciting career opportunities available today.

Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and led by a volunteer organization of officers and directors, AWS serves over 70,000 members worldwide and is composed of 22 Districts with 250 Sections and student chapters. The Society is dedicated to supporting hundreds of thousands of industry professionals, including: welders, business leaders, sales and service teams, manufacturers, vendors, associations, educational institutions, committee volunteers, and students. AWS connects welding communities from around the world into a collaborative force, built on a foundation of higher standards; advanced learning; and rewarding growth.