Ador Welding Ltd - a manufacturer of high-quality welding machines, consumables, welding automation & Robotics, Welding & Cutting Solutions – has partnered with Hindalco School of Excellence, Renukoot. This association was marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch two key initiatives - the Training of Trainers (TOT) program and the Evaluation and Certification of Trainees in the welding trade.

The Training of Trainers (TOT) program is meticulously designed to equip trainers with comprehensive expertise in various welding techniques including shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), oxy-fuel gas cutting (OFC), oxy-fuel gas welding (OFW), gauging, brazing, plasma cutting, and spot welding.

Commenting on this collaboration, Harshal Borole, Team Lead – Welding Training Division from Ador Welding Ltd, said, "Our partnership with Hindalco School of Excellence is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of welding excellence. At Ador – Approved Training Body of International Institute of Welding (IIW), for International Welder Diploma course and we are dedicated to provide hands-on experience with deep theoretical insights to fulfill the welding industry's needs and as per International Standards. Our goal is to enhance the trainers' knowledge, teaching techniques, and understanding of industry requirements.  By designing similar programs that address to bridge the skill gaps, we ensure that the training provided to the new generation of welders is not only comprehensive but also aligned with the evolving demands of the field."

The other program called the Evaluation and Certification of Trainees initiative seeks to evaluate and certify the proficiency of trainees in various welding techniques and processes. This program plays a crucial role in ensuring that trainees have necessary skills and knowledge required for welding, thereby contributing in the plants of Hindalco Industries and signifies a commitment to maintaining high standards of excellence in welding practices of Hindalco Industries.

The MoU, effective for two years will include an annual enrolment of 100 Hindalco employees from the maintenance or production departments, enhancing their skills and preparing them for advanced roles within the industry. The Training of Trainers (TOT) will take place at the Ador Welding Training facility in Pune, offering an immersive learning experience for participants.

The collaboration builds on Ador Welding Training Division's rich history of providing exceptional training and certification, having already impacted over 50,000 welding professionals. With this partnership, Ador Welding Limited and Hindalco School of Excellence will set a new benchmark for vocational training and industry collaboration, promising a brighter future for the welding sector.

Established in 1951, Ador (formerly, Advani-Oerlikon) is one of the leading welding companies in India, manufacturing high-quality welding equipment, consumables, and welding automation solutions. Additionally, Ador has been in the Flares & Process Equipment Division for more than 30+ years. With a presence across 40+ countries in the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia, Ador maintains a robust sales and distribution network across the globe and provides solutions to a wide spectrum of industries including defense, shipbuilding, oil and gas, railways, infrastructure, nuclear energy, power and automotive sectors.