A PIONEERING EVENT IN MATERIALS ENGINEERING
Inaugural Root Cause Analysis Conference Africa 2025
Cape Town, South Africa, is set to host a ground breaking event in materials engineering - the Inaugural Root Cause Analysis Conference Africa 2025. Scheduled from March 11-14, 2025, at the prestigious Vineyard Hotel, this conference, organised by One Eighty Materials Engineering Solutions, will be a pivotal gathering for professionals across engineering, legal, insurance, and asset management industries.
Sassda is excited to partner with this event, reinforcing its commitment to advancing best practices in stainless steel applications. A key highlight will be the focus on laser welding, an essential technique in stainless steel fabrication that ensures precision, strength, and durability while reducing material distortion and contamination.
Why root cause analysis matters
Materials engineering has evolved significantly over the last century, transitioning from traditional materials like steel to innovative composites, polymers, and advanced alloys. These advancements have reshaped industries such as aerospace, marine, and oil and gas. However, despite these innovations, failures in material applications due to improper processing, corrosion, and inadequate quality control remain common. The conference seeks to address these issues by fostering discussions on failure prevention, materials selection, and regulatory compliance.
Conference highlights
This four-day event will feature keynote addresses, expert panel discussions, interactive workshops, and exhibitions.
Some of the key areas of focus include:
- Advancements in Materials Engineering - Breakthroughs in novel materials, high-performance polymers, and sustainable materials.
- Failure Analysis and Investigation - Effective methodologies for analysing material failures with real world case studies.
- Corrosion and Wear Protection - Strategies to enhance material durability in extreme conditions.
- Quality Control and Manufacturing Processes - The role of advanced manufacturing techniques such as additive manufacturing and precision machining.
- Legal and Insurance Perspectives - Insights into regulatory frameworks, litigation case studies, and insurance risk management
Keynote speakers and panellists
Renowned experts in engineering, law, and materials science will share their insights at the conference. Notable speakers include:
- Dr. Robert Ochola, a PhD in Materials Engineering, discussing Africa’s industrial landscape and economic integration.
- Eben Snyman, a legal expert specialising in engineering related litigation and risk assessment.
- Panellists from leading organisations such as ABL Energy and Marine Consultants, Bureau Veritas, and Norton Rose Fulbright Maritime Division will contribute to the discussions.
Specialised workshops
The conference will also feature hands-on workshops to provide attendees with technical expertise:
- Laser Welding and Cleaning Workshop (March 11, 2025) - Exploring the benefits of precision welding and environmentally friendly cleaning technologies. Laser welding plays a critical role in stainless steel fabrication, offering superior weld quality, enhanced corrosion resistance, and minimal heat-affected zones, making it a key technology in high-performance applications.
- SEISS Microscopy Workshop (March 12, 2025) - Covering advanced imaging and analysis techniques for materials science applications.
Networking and exhibition opportunities
As global industries move towards greener and more. The event will provide unparalleled networking opportunities, with an exhibition hall open to the public and showcasing cutting-edge materials and technology solutions. Companies and industry leaders can also explore sponsorship and exhibition opportunities to maximise brand visibility.
Who should attend?
This conference is ideal for materials engineers, reliability professionals, quality assurance specialists, legal advisors, insurance risk assessors, procurement managers, and students seeking industry exposure.
Registrations
Interested participants can register for the conference and workshops, with special rates available for students.
For more information, visit One Eighty Materials Engineering Solutions’ website or contact the organising committee. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Africa’s leading materials engineering and failure analysis conference!
To find out more, check pricing, and register here:
https://www.one-eighty-degrees.com/root-causeanalysis-conference/