WVU-P to unveil mobile welding lab
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PARKERSBURG -- A new mobile welding lab will be unveiled today by the Workforce & Economic Development Division at West Virginia University at Parkersburg.
The lab addresses a growing need for area businesses to provide on-site training and testing to welders. A ribbon cutting ceremony conducted by the Chamber of Commerce of the Mid-Ohio Valley will be held at 11 a.m. today at Hino Motors.
The welding lab, designed by WVU Parkersburg welding program faculty and staff, can transport four welding units, a bench grinder and a generator to run all electric, tools and lights to a company's worksite. In addition, the lab is fully stocked with a toolbox and personal protective equipment needed for welding, such as welding jackets, safety glasses and welding hoods.
Training will be provided by instructors in the college's Workforce & Economic Development Division.
The purchase of the welding equipment was made possible through a Rapid Response Advance Grant from the West Virginia Community and Technical College System to address the state's workforce needs.
"Being able to bring on-site quality welding training to industry partners in our seven-county service region saves our partners time and money," said Michele Wilson, executive director, WVU Parkersburg Workforce & Economic Development. "We are excited to let companies know that our mobile welding lab is open for business. We are also thankful for the West Virginia Community and Technical College System who make these projects possible."
The Workforce & Economic Development Division said it offers businesses, industries and organizations training opportunities to increase employee productivity and efficiency, helping them to maximize profits.
Local businesses interested in scheduling the mobile welding lab can contact the Workforce & Economic Development Division at 304-424-8383.