TPi March 2013

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March 2013

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Welcome to the latest issue of Tube Products International. This issue our special features examine the worlds of innovations in plastic and composite pipes, large diameter pipe, and construction and building and structural tubes. We also feature a fascinating technical article looking at optimising pipe fit-up and logistics to improve welding productivity. This issue will be distributed at Made in Steel in Milan, Italy, and if you turn to page 44 you will find all the information you need about the show and some news on the Italian steel industry from the experts. It looks like it will be an excellent show with even more exhibitors and visitors than last time according to the organisers. One thing I particularly admire about the philosophy of the event is the strong emphasis on forums and panel discussions and the exchange of ideas, expertise and contacts. While it is great to exhibit machinery and products it is also invaluable if you can come away with a pearl of wisdom from one of the leading experts in the industry or make contact with someone who can solve a problem that was troubling you. So I would urge everyone who attends to throw themselves into the show with enthusiasm and I am sure you will be more than rewarded for this.

28-30 March Boru 2013 (Turkey) International Exhibition www.borufuari.com 3-5 April Made in Steel (Italy) International Exhibition www.madeinsteel.it

25-28 June Tube Russia International Exhibition www.metallurgy-tube-russia.com 25-26 June Valve World Expo Americas International Exhibition www.valveworldexpoamericas.com 16-21 September EMO Hannover (Germany) International Exhibition www.emo-hannover.de 17-19 September Tube SE Asia (Thailand) International Exhibition www.tube-southeastasia.com 1-3 October TuboTech (Brazil) International Exhibition www.tubotech.online.com 16-23 October ‘K’ Plastic 2013 (Germany) International Exhibition www.k.online.com 12-14 November Stainless Steel World Expo (Netherlands) International Exhibition www.stainless-steel-world.net

Next issue the deadline for editorial is 18 March and we will be featuring articles on hydraulic

tubes, valves, fittings, flanges and connectors, and will be taking a look at Tube Russia 2013 and Valveworld Expo 2013 in the USA.

18-21 November Fabtech (Chicago, USA) International Exhibition www.fabtechexpo.com 19-22 November TOLexpo (France) International Exhibition www.tolexpo.com

Rory McBride Editor

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TUBE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL March 2013