The Singapore Welding Society (SWS) was established in 1977 to advance the science, technology and application of welding. Currently, the society has members comprising of corporate, full, associate and student membership.

Welding is all around us. From microchips to oil rigs, from satellite to automobiles – welding holds our world together. Welding is the most efficient and economical joining technology in use today.

• In construction, where steel is used for its design flexibility and economic advantages
• In transportation – from cars to spacecraft – where strength and weight savings are vital
• In manufacturing, where cost-effectiveness and reliability are vital

Welding is a process vital to the health of our economy, and it makes an important and sizable contribution to the nation’s growth. For our welding industry to remain competitive in this new economy, SWS has focused on providing the latest welding technology information and knowledges for its members.