Chris Chivers

Chris Chivers is the general manager of welding, fabrication and heavy lifting at Magswitch Technology, Inc. 1355 Horizon Avenue, Lafayette, CO 80026, 303-468-0662, Fax: 303-951-9918, [email protected], magswitch.com.au.

Articles by Chris Chivers

Changing the Way Things are Done with Magnets

New magnet technology is being scaled and engineered to revolutionize power from lighter weight tools for precise manipulation, positioning and cleaning, and increased safety in welding and fabrication, automation and more.

Industry News

Future of Welding, Careers in Welding, Welding Mobile Experience, MiCareerQuest SE, November 19, BlueForge Alliance, Lincoln Electric, Andre Mosley, AWS Foundation, WeldingWorkforceData.com, VRTEX® 360 Virtual Reality Welding Simulators

Discover the Future of Welding: The Careers in Welding Mobile Experience Comes to MiCareerQuest SE

Sponsored by Lincoln Electric, the 53-foot single-expandable trailer offers visitors an immersive experience with virtual welding on state-of-the-art VRTEX® 360 Virtual Reality Welding Simulators. Each day, the student achieving the highest score on these virtual welding stations will receive a $1,000 scholarship awarded by the AWS Foundation.

Michael Krupnicki, American Welding Society, AWS, skilled welding workforce, registered apprenticeships, apprenticeships, weldingapprenticeship.com, National Apprenticeship Week

AWS Issues Proclamation for the 10th Anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week

November 17-24, 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week. AWS’s proclamation calls on industry leaders and employers to champion apprenticeship programs for individuals from all backgrounds, including those from historically underserved communities.

Airgas, Air Liquide company, Military Friendly Employers, VIQTORY, Gold Level Recognition, veterans and military families, www.militaryfriendly.com, Stamy Paul

Airgas Receives Military Friendly 2025 Gold Recognition

Airgas was recognized by VIQTORY for the third consecutive year as a military friendly employer. The company continues its 42 year history of supporting veterans and military families, actively recruiting associates with military experience.

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