27 May 2022
On Wednesday, the Murrumbidgee Academy of STEM Excellence (MASE) was treated to a demonstration of their new Soldamatic Augmented Reality Welder from industry professional and Weld Australia representative Joseph Sandor.
Mr Sandor, a former first-class welder and TAFE teacher, walked staff, students and even industry professionals Heath and Craig from A&G Engineering through the new technology. The group even got to pitch their abilities against one another using the augmented reality welders’ scoring feature.
The Soldamatic uses cutting edge computer technology to simulate the noise and feel of welding in a variety of scenarios. With a variety of handpiece attachments, the welder can recreate MIG, TIG, electric arc and flux welding. It can simulate carbon steel, stainless and aluminium welds in a variety of configurations. The Soldamatic also covers the theory side of welding with quizzes and documentation on the science of the process.
“Students can try welding without the danger or sparks, burns and weld flashes with the Soldamatic Augmented Reality Welder,” explains Deputy Principal Ian Preston, “They have the opportunity to build on practical STEM skills with equipment like the Soldamatic. It shows them that STEM is a multifaceted and applied discipline.”
“We were excited to have the boys from A&G Engineering come in,” adds Mr Preston, “Their welding experience was invaluable for the students and it’s great to forge relationships with local industry. Together, we can train the welders of tomorrow.”
