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(Regd. No. 41817 / 2002) H 36 A, Saket, New Delhi – 110 017

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National Governing Council 2018-2019

PRESIDENT

SHRI S BISWAS

Immediate Past President

SHRI S GOPINATH

Past President

SHRI A V KRISHNAN

Vice Presidents

SHRI A MARUTHAMUTHU

SHRI U D RANE

SHRI M P JAIN

Hon. Secretary

SHRI N RAJASEKARAN

Hon. Treasurer

SHRI G RAJENDRAN

Members

Dr K Asokkumar Shri R Subbarayalu

Mrs. A Santhakumari Dr. T Senthil Kumar

Shri S Rajendran Dr. K Siva Prasad

Dr G Madhusudan Reddy Dr Shashikantha Karinka

Shri Narain Dharmendra Dr V R Krishnan

Prof. Sunil Pandey Dr G Padmanabham

Shri Basu B K Shri Muneesh Narain

Shri Umesh Agarwal Dr T A Daniel Sagaya Raj

Shri Sandeep Mohan Ubhaykar Shri Uma Shanker G

Shri Amit Agarwal Dr T J Prasadarao

Shri Viral Ashok Shah

Co-opted Members

Shri S N Roy

Shri Easwaran R

Prof. V Balasubramanian

Shri Tamboli V B

Dr M Kamaraj

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 ORGANISATION OF IWS

2.0 INITIATIVES FOR HR DEVELOPMENT IN WELDING

3.0 GET-TOGETHER MEETING WITH OTHER PROFESSIONAL BODIES

4.0 NATIONAL GOVERNING COUNCIL MEETING

5.0 IWS DAY CELEBRATIONS

6.0 NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL CO-OPERATIONS

7.0 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT


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NOTICE

TO: ALL MEMBERS OF INDIAN WELDING SOCIETY

Dear Member,

We cordially invite you for the 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of our society, which will be held as

per schedule given below:

Date : September 23, 2019

Time : 19.00 Hrs

Venue : Institutions Building, BHEL Township, Kailasapuarm, Tiruchirappalli- 620 014.

AGENDA

1. Welcome Address

2. Adoption of MOM of 16th AGM

3. Secretary’s Report for the Year 2018-2019

4. Submission of Audited Accounts for the year 2018-2019

5. Address by President

6. Announcement of Election Results

7. Installation of Office bearers & National Governing Council for the period 2019 – 2021

8. Address by Incoming President

9. Appointment of Auditor

10. Any other matter with the permission of the chair

11. Vote of Thanks

With warm regards

Yours sincerely

(N Rajasekaran)

Hon. Secretary


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HONORARY SECRETARY’S REPORT FOR THE YEAR 2018 – 2019

Respected President, Immediate Past President, Past Presidents, Vice Presidents, Zonal Chairpersons,

National Governing Council Members and members,

It is my great privilege to present a brief report to this Annual General Meeting (AGM) on the activities of

our society for the year 2018 - 2019.

I am proud to be associated with this society, which is serving the welding fraternity in its second decade

of existence. It has a strong belief in its federal structure.

As you are aware, the society has been recognised as “Charitable Trust” under Sec 12 A of IT Act 1961 and

all our activities are aimed to enhance and spread the welding knowledge among the cross section of

people in this part of the country. It gives me immense pleasure and satisfaction to present the details of

the activities performed during the year 2018 – 2019.

1.0 ORGANISATION OF IWS

1.1 MEMBERSHIP

As on March 31, 2019, the number of individual life members of the society stands at 1827 and 21

life corporate members. During the year, 54 individual life members, and 1 life corporate member

joined IWS. Here, I appeal all our members to bring in more life members to the Society.

1.2 IWS REACHES YOUNGSTERS THROUGH STUDENT FORUMS

IWS is sustaining its efforts to take the welding technology to the doorsteps of the budding

engineers by launching student forum at various engineering colleges and conducting free seminars

and technical lectures, as detailed below.

1.2.1 IWS STUDENT FORUM AT C A ABDUL HAKEEM COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, VELLORE

IWS Student Forum was inaugurated at C A Abdul Hakeem College of Engineering, Vellore by the

Ranipet Centre on 21st July 2018 at the college premises.

This was followed by a free seminar on “Recent trends in Welding technologies”. It was well

attended by second year Mechanical students and Aeronautical engineering departments.

The Principal, Dr. A. Rajesh, and Mr. T. Sankar, Associate Professor /

HOD –Mech chaired the programme. Mr. M. Valavan, Deputy General

Manager – Production, BAP-BHEL, Ranipet and Hon. Secretary of IWS

Ranipet Centre was the chief guest. Mr. N. Balamurugan, Sr. Engineer -

Production, BAP-BHEL, Ranipet and Mr. D. Parameshwaran of BAP-

BHEL, Ranipet graced the programme. The programme commenced

with salutation to the Almighty – Qirath, recited by Mr. Sheik Kaja Nawaz, II Mech B sec, followed

by Tamil devotional song.

Mr. I. Rajkumar, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering welcomed the

gathering. Dr. A. Rajesh and Mr. T. Sankar honored the chief guest with a shawl and memento.

Mr. M. Valavan, inaugurated the student forum and delivered a lecture on “Recent Trends in

Welding Technologies” and shared his deep knowledge about welding.


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Mr. N. Balamurugan, highlighted the welding basics and applications to

the students in his lecture. The students interacted with the experts

and the resource personnel were very kind enough to clarify the

student queries. Mr. R. Umamageshwaran, Assistant Professor

delivered the vote of thanks. The programme concluded with the

National Anthem.

1.2.2 IWS STUDENT FORUM AT ADHI COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, CHENNAI

IWS Student forum was inaugurated at Adhi College of Engineering and Technology, Oragadam,

Chennai on 02-08-2018 by the Chennai Centre in a colourful function.

Dr. S. Harikrishnan, Professor & Head – Department of Mechanical

Engineering of the college welcomed the gathering.

Dr. I. Saravanan, Professor, introduced the Guests of Honour of the

occasion, Dr. Murugaiyan Amirthalingam, Professor, IIT-Madras and

Mr. R. G. Ganesan, Secretary-IWS Chennai Centre and he shared his

experiences with IWS and the importance of membership in IWS.

Mr R G Ganesan inaugurated the forum and Dr. Murugaiyan

Amirthalingam delivered a technical lecture. ID cards were

distributed to all the student members. All the Students and the

Staff of Mechanical Department attended the inaugural function.

1.2.3 IWS STUDENT FORUM AT HMR IT & M, NEW DELHI

The Northern Zone of IWS has launched its First Student Forum at HMR

Institute of Technology and Management,

New Delhi during September 2018, under

the initiative of Mr. M P Jain, vice president.

The inauguration as followed by a free

technical programme on welding. Experts

from the field of welding delivered the lectures. Senior members of IWS

including Shri S K Goel participated in the programme along with the principal and faculty of the

college. More than 100 students participated in the event.

1.2.4 IWS STUDENT FORUM AT RAMCO INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, RAJAPALAYAM

One more Student Forum was inaugurated at Ramco Institute of Technology, Rajapalayam, Tamil

Nadu on 3rd January 2019. Mr. A. Maruthamuthu, Chairman (IWS, SZ) & then General Manager

(DTG), Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, Tiruchirappalli inaugurated the centre in the presence of

Mr N Rajasekaran, Hon. Secretary (IWS) and Mr R Ravibharath, Hon. Treasurer of IWS, SZ.

In his address, he explained the importance of becoming the

members of Indian Welding Society. He said that students will

find it beneficial to attend workshop, conferences and

technical events organised by Indian Welding Society Students

Forum. Students will get industrial exposure in advanced

welding Technology and its applications by attending technical


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talks by industry experts. Dr. N. Jawahar, Principal, Ramco Institute of Technology presided over

the function. Mr. N. Rajasekaran, and Mr. R. Ravibharath, offered their felicitations.

Mr. N Rajasekaran, delivered a lecture on "Advanced Welding Processes for Power Plant

Equipments". 76 students and one faculty member were inducted in the forum.

1.2.5 IWS STUDENT FORUM AT NMAM INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY NITTE, MANGALURU

Indian Welding Society extended support to the Department of Mechanical Engineering of NMAM

Institute of Technology NITTE and M/s Fronius India Pvt. Limited, Pune for establishing a centre for

welding technology named “NMAMIT-FRONIUS Centre for Welding Technology”, which became

operational on 28th June 2018. The centre was inaugurated by Shri S. Gopinath, Former President

of Indian Welding Society, Advisor NMAMIT & Adjunct Professor in the presence of Dr. Niranjan

N.Chiplunkar, Principal-NMAMIT, Vice Principals Dr. I.R Mithanthaya and Dr. Shrinivasa Rao B.R.,

Registrar Sri Yogeesh Hegde, Special Officer Sri Aravind Hegde, Dr. Sudesh Bekal-Dean (R&D), HoD

of Mechanical Engineering Dr. Shashikantha Karinka, HoDs of

other departments, Dr. G. Ravichandran- Former General

Manager-WRI Tiruchy and Adjunct Professor-NMAMIT, IWS

representatives Mr. S. Singaravelu and Mr. Srinivasan, Fronius

representatives Mr. Rahul Kulkarni - Segment Manager of

Fronius, Mr. Rahul Mehta and Fronius-Mangaluru region

representative Mr. Abhay Pai, and faculty members of the

Mechanical Engineering Department.

2.0 INITIATIVES FOR HR DEVELOPMENT IN WELDING

2.1 STRUCTURED COURSES

The Southern Zone conducted Welding Technology for Fresh Engineers Course (EC 052) during

11.02.2019 – 17.02.2019. 31 members from various engineering

colleges and industries have attended the course and got benefited by

the heavily subsidized course.

Under the MoU with IWS, the CoEWT

Coimbatore centre conducted Welding Technology for Fresh

Engineers Course during 03.09.2018 – 07.09.2018. 7 participants

attended the course and got benefited.

2.2 SHORT TERM CERTIFICATE COURSE IN WELDING TECHNOLOGY (Level-1) FOR PRACTICING

WELDERS AT NORTH EAST INDIA

Continuing its focus on empowering the youths in the north eastern part of the country, the

Northern Zone of the society through the Guwahati Centre

conducted a short term certificate course in welding technology

from October 3, 2018 to October 14, 2018. The event was

conducted at IIT, Guwahati. 18 participants attended the course

and got benefitted. Theoretical input was given in the afternoon

sessions and practicals were conducted in the morning sessions. On

13th Oct 2018, the students undergone the theory examination and practical examination on 14th


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October 2018. Mr. M P Jain, Vice President addressed the participants during the valediction and

distributed the certificates to the qualified welders.

2.3 ADD-ON COURSE IN WELDING FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS AT KSRCT, TIRUCHENGODE

The pilot scale programme taken up by IWS at the KSRCT, Tiruchengode was a success. The first

batch of students completed their course work successfully in the ADD-ON Courses in welding

technology for under graduate students. Under the programme, the students are offered courses

in advanced welding technologies and can swap regular subjects in 3:1 ratio. Our Congratulations

to Mr. S Singaravelu for making the programme successful by his sustained co-ordination. Now

IWS is ready to launch the programme in engineering colleges. The programme has attracted more

than 70 students in its 2nd year.

2.4 WORKSHOPS, SEMINARS, SYMPOSIA, etc.

2.4.1 SOJOM 2018

SOJOM 2018, International Symposium on the Joining of Materials, was successfully conducted at

Tiruchirappalli during 27-28, April’ 18 with support from the organizers - Southern Zone of the

Indian Welding Society (IWS), the Tiruchirappalli chapter of the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM), the

Welding Research Institute (WRI) and Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL).

Shri R Raja Manohar, Executive Director of BHEL

Tiruchirappalli, was the Chief Guest for the wonderful

inauguration. He delivered the inaugural address and also

released the souvenir.

Prof S Raman Sankaranarayanan (NIT Tiruchy), as co-

chairman of the organizing committee SOJOM 2018,

extended a warm welcome to delegates, experts,

sponsors, and the entire team of IWS assembled for SOJOM. Shri A Maruthamuthu (GM, BHEL) and

Chairman IWS Southern Zone delivered the Presidential address. Shri R Subbarayalu (WRI BHEL),

Chairman of the Technical Committee, listed the technical details of the programme. Special

message from Shri Subrata Biswas, Director (E, R&D) was

read out during the inaugural session. Shri K Ganesh Kumar,

Hon. Secretary of IWS, SZ and Convenor, proposed the vote

of thanks.

More than two hundred delegates participated and 107

papers were presented in SOJOM 2018. Around eighteen

experts from leading industries/institutions delivered key note lectures before start of each theme.

More than fifty students / engineers have been extended complimentary registration for SOJOM –

in the interest of knowledge sharing and skill upgradation. In the forenoon session of first day, Shri

R Easwaran (former Head WRI BHEL) was awarded the S K Mazumder Memorial Lecture Award, in

recognition of his contribution from the Industry side and leadership role in the field of welding. Dr

V Muthupandi (NIT Tiruchy) was awarded the Dr Achar Memorial Award, for his contribution to

welding research from the academic side. During the Awards ceremony, Shri S M Mahajan (retired


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ED BHEL), a founder member of the IWS, recalled the evolution of the welding industry in India, in

a very nostalgic style. Experts from BHEL, WRI, NPCL, IGCAR, TVS, NITT, IIT Delhi, Annamalai

University, Sastra University Thanjavur delivered informative technical talks in the domain of

welding. Two Parallel technical sessions were organized to cover maximum number of authors to

present their innovative work to the welding fraternity.

The deliberations of SOJOM 2018 was encompassed the

following areas like 3D Printing/Rapid Proto Type/Additive

Manufacturing, Aerospace Sector, Automotive Sector, Defence

Sector, Energy & Power Sector, Nuclear Sector, Petro-chemical

sector, Ship building Sector, Skill development, Training &

Education. Every Session recognised the BEST PAPER with an

award. Valedictory Function was held at 4.30 PM on the second day. Prof V Muthupandi, Co

Chairman Technical Committee welcomed the gathering. Dr S Sakthivel, Director of Boilers,

Government of Tamil Nadu was the Chief Guest for the valedictory function and highlighted the

importance of symposium on the fabrication of Boiler Components as per the Standards and quoted

various issues encountered in operation of boilers. Shri R Easwaran (former Head WRI BHEL)

summed up the total symposium. Shri N Parameswaran, Co Convenor proposed vote of thanks

during the valedictory event. More than twenty industries supported the SOJOM 2018 symposium.

Free delegates were allowed from IWS student forums.

2.4.2 INTERNATIONAL WELDING SYMPOSIUM 2018 (IWS 2K18) AT MUMBAI

The International Welding Symposium 2018 (IWS 2K18) was successfully conducted at Mumbai

during 27- 29 November 2018 in association with the Welding Research Institute (WRI), Messe

Dusseldorf India, Messe Essen, DVS and Asian Welding Federation. Shri Atul Sobti, Chairman &

Managing Director of BHEL Tiruchirappalli, inaugurated the

symposium. Shri Subrata Biswas, President (IWS) and Director

(E, R & D), BHEL presided over the function. Mr. P K Supali, Vice

Chairman, IWS, WZ, welcomed the gathering. Mr. Thomas

Schlitt, Managing Director, Messe Duesseldorf India and Mr.

Torben Brinkmann,

Head (IEM), Messe Essen GmbH, Germany offered their

felicitations. Mr A Maruthamuthu, Vice President (IWS)

briefed about IWS 2k18. Mr. N Rajasekaran, Hon. Secretary

(IWS) conducted the proceedings and proposed vote of

thanks. Mr. Atul Sobti released the proceedings and Mr M

P Jain, Vice President received the first copy of the

proceedings.

Few of the highlights about IWS 2k18 are as follows.

• It is the 8th in the sequel and 5th consecutive event at Mumbai by IWS, WRI, MDI, ME, DVS

and AWF.


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• Dr. V R Krishnan has been conferred with the M. ISMAIL MEMORIAL LIFE TIME ACHIEVEMENT

AWARD 2017.

• Mr. V K Shirgaokar conferred with the FOUNDER PRESIDENT LIFE TIME ACHIEVEMENT

AWARD 2018.

• Mr. S Gopinath former President (IWS) & former ED, BHEL, Tiruchy and Mr R Easwaran,

former Chairman (Technical Committee) were awarded with the IWS MERITORIOUS

SERVICES AWARD 2018 & 2017 respectively.

• Dr. S Rajakumar of CEMAJOR and Mr. Manish Tak of ARCI

received the Young Technologist Awards for institute and

industry categories respectively.

Mr A V Krishnan, Former President, Mr G Rajendran Hon.

Treasurer, Mr Muneesh Narain & Mr V B Tamboli former vice

presidents, Dr. K. Asokkumar, Former Secretary and Mr. S. Singaravelu Vice Chairman, IWS,

SZ were conferred as Fellow Members of IWS.

• In total 93 papers were received and 85 were presented including 8 overseas papers.

• Participation was from 82 organisations and senior consultants. The participants from major

corporate companies in strategic sectors included BHEL, NTPC, DRDO, EIL, BEML, ISRO, HPCL,

Indian Railways, L&T, ADOR, D&H, etc. in the 2018 edition

• 252 delegates registered for the event from all categories and 226 attended the event. Free

Delegates from IWS Student forum were allowed to attend the three-day event.

Mr. D S Honavar delivered the valediction address and

distributed the Young technologist awards and best paper

awards. Mrs. A. Santhakumari, AGM (WRI) & NGC Member

summed up the proceedings. Mr V K Shirgaokar, former vice

president (IWS) presided over the function. Mr Sanjay Kadam,

Hon. Secretary, WZ welcomed the gathering. Mr G Rajendran,

Hon. Treasurer proposed the vote of thanks. Mr. N Rajasekaran, Hon. Secretary conducted the

proceedings.

2.4.3 ONE DAY WORKSHOP ON “WELDING FOR MAINTENANCE” BY NMAM INSTITUTE OF

TECHNOLOGY, MANGALORE

A One-Day Workshop on “Welding for Maintenance” under the auspices

of IWS, Fronius and IWS - NMAMIT Student Forum was organized by

Department of Mechanical Engineering NMAMIT, NITTE on June 28, 2018

at Phalguni Seminar Hall and NMAMIT-FRONIUS Centre for Welding

Technology. The workshop was inaugurated by Shri S. Gopinath, Former

President of Indian Welding Society, Advisor NMAMIT & Adjunct Professor.

Dr. Niranjan N. Chiplunkar, Principal - NMAMIT presided over the function and explained about the

importance of taking the activities further through smaller student work groups so that the students

are skilled at least with the basic needs. He also said that the laboratory is in its first phase of


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development with only the basic needs and would be developed in due course into an advanced

centre of welding technology.

Dr. Shashikantha Karinka, Professor and Head of Department of Mechanical Engineering and

Convener of the Workshop, welcomed the gathering and gave an overview of the programme and

activities related to NMAMIT-FRONIUS Centre for Welding Technology.

He also briefed the delegates regarding enrolling for life membership of proposed IWS-Mangaluru

Centre of Indian Welding Society. Dr. Mallikappa, Coordinator of the programme, proposed vote of

thanks. About 57 participants took part in the Workshop, out of which 10 Industrial delegates from

major industries of the region such as MCF, Lamina, BASF, MRPL, etc., 12 Academia delegates from

engineering institutions and polytechnics of the region, 26 Student delegates and 9 internal faculty

members. The programme was compered by Mr. Baskar Achar P, Assistant Professor of Mechanical

Engineering. The programme was attended by Vice Principals of NMAMIT Dr. I. R Mithanthaya and

Dr. Shrinivasa Rao B. R., Dr. A. N. Parameswaran-Director IIC-NMAMIT, Dr. Sudesh Bekal-Dean

(R&D), and Dr. Subrahmanya Bhat- Dean Student Welfare, Dr. G. Ravichandran- Former General

Manager-WRI Tiruchy and Adjunct Professor-NMAMIT, IWS representatives Mr. S. Singaravelu-

Former Additional General Manager of Welding Technology Centre, BHEL and Mr. Srinivasan-

Consultant from IWS.

2.4.4 WORKSHOP ON “RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN WELDING TECHNOLOGY” BY KSRCT STUDENT

FORUM

The KSRCT - IWS Student Forum, ISTE Student Chapter and Department of Mechanical Engineering,

K. S. Rangasamy College of Technology organized a Workshop “Recent Developments in Welding

Technology” on 13.07.2018 at Training Cell Seminar Hall. Mr. N. Rajasekaran Hon. Secretary (IWS)

and Mr. S. Singaravelu, Vice Chairman, IWS, SZ delivered the

lectures.

The inauguration started with invocation song followed by the

welcome address. The guest lecture was preceded by a

felicitation by the Director, Department of Mechanical

Engineering, K. S. Rangasamy College of Technology. “” Advances

in Gas shielded welding processes” and “Advances in Flux Shielded welding processes” were the

main topics covered in the one-day workshop. The Workshop lectures covered the themes like

advancement of welding related technologies and other allied sciences. It facilitated exchange of

ideas, information, development work, offered flexible learning in various aspects of welding and

related technology that suit the requirement of various levels, promoted professional exchange of

information, experience and advanced training, promoted the application of flux shielded welding

process in engineering, its wide exposure testing and its methods in solving quantitative and

qualitative manufacturing problems.

The workshop was coordinated by Dr. K. Mohan, Professor & Faculty Advisor, IWS student Forum

and Mr. R. Prakash, Assistant Professor, K. S. Rangasamy College of Technology. 60 student

members from K. S. Rangasamy college of Technology actively participated in the free workshop.

The workshop concluded with the vote of thanks by Mr. Karthikeyan, Assistant Professor, K. S.

Rangasamy College of Technology.


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2.4.5 CII-AOTS TECHNICAL SEMINAR ON “HIGH PRECISION ARC WELDING TECHNOLOGY IN INDIA”

Under the CII – AOTS programme, a technical seminar was organised during 22 – 23 Aug 2018 at

Hotel ITC Grand Chola, Guindy, Chennai. The theme of the seminar was “High Precision Arc Welding

Technology in India”. Invited lectures were delivered by M/s Panasonic, Kobelco and Iwtani.

Besides, professors from JWRI and JWES also delivered lectures. IWS supported the technical

programme by nominating delegates from industry and institute. There was no delegate fee for

the programme.

2.4.6 ONE DAY TECHNICAL SYMPOSIUM “HENOSIS 19” BY DR. N G P INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

The IWS student forum at Dr NGP Institute of Technology conducted “Henosis ‘19”, a National Level

Technical Symposium, in association with Dr. NGP Institute of Technology and professional bodies

like IEEE, SAE & ISACA on February 2, 2019.

Seven engineering departments of Dr. N.G.P Institute of Technology

jointly organized the several technical and non-technical events of

Henosis ’19. The event aims to encourage the students to exhibit their

talents. Henosis’ 19 provided diversity in the events and opened up

new grounds of exploration and experience for students.

The technical symposium brought together people of varied experiences and provided an

opportunity to everyone to share their thoughts. Mutual participation and high quality

deliberations created inspiring learning environment resulting into innovative ideas. Today’s

industry expects such inputs to bring home new innovations and inventions.

2.4.7 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON EMERGING TRENDS IN ENGINEERING ICETE – 2018 BY NITTE

MANGAULRU STUDENT FORUM

During 14-15, May 2018, with the support of IWS student forum at NITTE, Mangaluru, a 2-day

International Conference on Emerging Trends in Engineering - ICETE – 2018 was organised by the

institute. Environment, Energy and Engineering Strategies for Sustainability (E3S) and Drives, Data

Science and Disruptive Technologies for Advancement (D3A) was the theme of the two day

deliberations conducted during 14-15 May 2018.

Prof. Dr. Indrani Karunasagar, Director (R&D), Nitte (Deemed to be University) and Director, Nitte-

Centre for Science Education & Research (N-CSER) inaugurated the conference. Dr. Satoshi Soda,

Professor, Dept. of Environmental Systems Engineering, Ritsumeikan University, Japan, Dr. Kazuhiro

Shimonomura, Professor, Dept. of Robotics, Ritsumeikan University, Japan and Dr. Lin Meng,

Lecturer, Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering, Ritsumeikan University, Japan

delivered the keynote address and expert lectures. Shri N. Vinaya Hegde, Chancellor, Nitte Deemed

to be University & President, Nitte Education Trust presided over the inaugural function.

2.5 FREE TECHNICAL TALKS & LECTURES

Various zones and centres organized free technical talks / lectures during this period. Few of them

are cited below:

2.5.1 A technical lecture on Additive Manufacturing” was organised in association with Institution of

Engineers Coimbatore local Centre on 10/7/2018. Dr. Gopal Magadi, Principal Engineer from


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Cameron International Corporation, Houston, USA, delivered the lecture on challenges faced in

additive manufacturing of metal components by various processes including Wire Arc Additive

Manufacturing. He shared his industrial experiences and provided a great awareness about

fabrication of metal components by additive manufacturing among engineers, faculty members and

students.

2.5.2 A technical lecture was organised in association with

Institution of Engineers Coimbatore local Centre on

20/8/2018. Dr. A. Vijai, Associate Professor of Karunya

University delivered a lecture on Composite Materials:

Electromagnetic Applications. He shared his research

experience on fabrication and characterisation of

composites gained in Jeonju University, RoK during his Post-

doctoral fellowship. The lecture was well received by the audience and the lecture session was

more interactive.

2.6 IWS JOURNAL

The Technical Committee has published one E Journal during the year. The balance issues will be

published in due course.

3.0 GET-TOGETHER MEETING WITH OTHER PROFESSIONAL BODIES

3.1 Aayudha Pooja Celebration

On October 18, 2019, on the day of Ayudha Pooja Celebrations, a get-together meeting with other

professional bodies, viz. IIM, IIW and CSI was conducted at the Institutional Building, Kailasapuram

Township, Tiruchy by the Southern zone.

Chairman (IWS, SZ) & Chairmen of other professional bodies and host of senior members from all

professional bodies graced the event.

4.0 NATIONAL GOVERNING COUNCIL MEETING

The National Governing Council met 4 times during the year. The 64TH NGC was conducted on 27th

May 2018, 65th NGC on 22nd September 2018, 66th NGC on 27th November 2018 & 67th NGC on 12th

February 2019.

5.0 IWS DAY CELEBRATIONS

IWS day was celebrated by various zones and centres with programmes.

6.0 NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL CO-OPERATIONS

Dr. V R Krishnan, has been nominated as Primary Member and Dr. K Asokkumar as Alternate

Member to represent IWS in the MTD 11 committee of BIS from the year 2018-19.

IWS has actively participated in the deliberations of Asian Welding Federation (AWF).

7.0 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I sincerely thank Mr. S Biswas, our president for his continuous support, valuable guidance and

taking initiatives to do several things for the development of the society. Thank you sir, for leading

us to glory.


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I record my thanks and appreciations to Mr S Gopinath, Imm. Past president and Mr A V Krishnan,

Past president for their valuable guidance. I convey my special thanks to Shri S Sankaran, Past

President, Shri B Pattabhiraman, past president, Shri S M Mahajan past president, Shri M L Gehani,

Past president, Shri J K Nanda, the founder president for their unstinted support and

encouragement. But, for their support, our Society would not have achieved these laurels, marching

ahead in the right direction. My Thanks are due to Mr. A Maruthamuthu, Mr. U D Rane and Mr M

P Jain Vice Presidents for their active involvement and encouragement. I am thankful to Mr R Raja

Manohar former chairmen of IWS SZ for his active support.

My special thanks to Shri G Rajendran. Hon. Treasurer who has managed the resources well to keep

the coffer healthy and getting the accounts audited. I am thankful to Mr R Subbarayalu, Chairman

technical committee, Dr. K Asokkumar, Mr Himanshu Gandhi, Dr. Sunil Pandey, Dr G

Padmanabham, Mr S K Goel and Mr M Kasinathan for their support. The national governing council

members have played a key role in making this year eventful. I thank each and every one of them

for their excellent support. We are thankful for our MOU partners for their support for the cause

of IWS. I thank Mr. Athimoolam Selvaraj & Ms. Pramila for their support for the execution of our

day-to-day activities.

I would like to record my sincere thanks to the office bearers of all Zones and Centres and the office

bearers of the IWS Student Forums for making IWS Vibrant and for having filled the year with

activities. I thank our auditor Shri P K Gupta for auditing our accounts. I would like to thank each

and every member of our Society for the excellent support, co-operation and support extended

towards the activities of our society. Let us resolve to make a strong IWS, so that every member is

able to enjoy the benefits. I record my appreciations and thanks to our international partners,

Messe Dusseldorf India and Messe Essen for their active support and co-operation.

Thank you one and all.

Hon. Secretary

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