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members will be able to meet ITA staff to learn all about what the Association can do for them. They can also collect details of the ITA benefits including reduced delegate fees for ITA conferences, free promotional opportunities in the ITAN newsletter, and free visitor entry and hospitality at selected exhibitions. Members can also gain access to copies of ITA technical conference papers, and large discounts for company promotion on www. tubefirst.com (the comprehensive online material, product and equipment database). In addition, all members receive a free annual subscription to either of the officially endorsed magazines, Tube & Pipe Technology or Tube Products International. The ITA will be located in hall W4 with an information stand providing its standard support facilities like office facilities, hospitality, meeting area and additional interpreter services for members and companies in the ITA’s exhibitor group. Members who are just visiting the exhibition will also be entitled to make full use of all these services.

industries. In addition, complete packages of pipe, flanges/forgings, plate, bar, and fittings are supplied to fabrication companies, contractors, engineering companies, and direct to the oil and gas industries. Hart operates in conjunction with partners specialised in these materials. The company supplies both from extensive material stocks and, in the case of larger quantities and longer deliveries, through major nickel and titanium suppliers. Since the start of 2008, the company offers an extensive stock range of seamless pipe in alloy 200/201, alloy 400, alloy 600, alloy 625 and titanium grade 2. Website : www.hartbv.nl

Hypertherm is involved in constant research and development to ensure an expanded range of products for metal cutting. The range includes plasma arc cutting systems, torches and consumables, laser cutting heads, torch height controls, CNCs and software for process automation. Website : www.hypertherm.com/eu

The International Tube Association (ITA) is the world’s largest association of tube and pipe engineers and its presence will be geared towards offering assistance to tube and pipe professionals. An emphasis will be placed on the membership benefits available, including support services at the major tube shows worldwide and the educational opportunities provided through technical conferences and seminars. Existing members can ensure they are taking full advantage of the enhanced range of membership benefits. Non-

Established in 1968, Hypertherm offers expertise in metal cutting based on plasma technology. The company’s range of cutting products features a number of innovations to improve cut quality and service life, enhance productivity, and lower operating costs.

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