The AWD (Association of Welding
Distribution) Welding World Village
is reported to have been a resounding
success and added another dimension
to MACH 2012. With 27 welding and
cutting equipment, consumables,
safety and gas suppliers in one area,
visitors found it very easy to find the
products and companies they were
seeking.

Toby Gourley, AWD conference
and exhibition chairman said:
“MACH 2012 was a huge success for
our industry with the AWD Welding
World Village attracting 27 welding
products businesses showcasing new
and existing product lines.

“With over 20,000 visitors overall
and the Thursday attendance 23% up
on 2010, the AWD members
commented to me about the quality of
enquiries being received. I also talked
to visitors, who told me how useful it
was to have all aspects of Welding
represented in one zone.”