The AWD has been the voice of the
welding distribution industry for
more than 35 year. At this years AGM
it was agreed by the membership that
the name of the Association should be
changed to the Association of
Welding Distribution to reflect the
changes taking place in the welding
equipment and consumables market,
member profiles and the maturity of
the Association.

At the same time a vote by
members was carried to change the
AWD status from an association to a
limited company. Other changes
include development of a new look,
interactive website with more industry
information, and easier access to the
services that the AWD is able to offer.