IIW History 1990-2015

Members of the review panel are listed in Appendix 2. Norman Eaton, Damian Kotecki and Glenn Ziegenfuss, as well as several members of the IIW Board of Directors, have also reviewed the text and provided valuable comment on its structure and content. The author has made every effort to include key issues and all the many people involved during the period; however we do ask to be excused any omission or oversight that may have inadvertently occurred. At the end of each Chapter there is a list of endnotes referencing the sources of information used, many of which are confidential and not available for access but help validate the text. It would be remiss, at this juncture, not to emphasise the contribution of the author, David Barnett who with patience, engagement in the process and willingness to make himself available for discussion at all times, has taken a disparate wealth of information and moulded it into a highly readable and informative book. Thanks should also be extended to Anne Rorke for her excellent editing skills, and to Chris Burns who has provided help and advice in the publishing phase to enhance the presentation of this book. In conclusion, I would like to express a personal word of thanks to all the many wonderful people who have been involved in IIW in improving the global quality of life through the optimum use of welding. Chris Smallbone Member of the IIW Board of Directors IIW President 2005-2008

Chairman, IIW Board of Directors Task Group – History Nil satis nisi optimum – Nothing but the best is good enough

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