Able Industries Engineering, a Melbourne-based diversified, multi-disciplined, metal fabrication and engineering company, has achieved a major international standard for welding practices that enhances opportunities for new contracts in the defence sector.
Able has secured the DIN 2303 Q2/BK1 certification from the German governing body, GSI SLV, after completing a rigorous audit process confirming its welding procedures are to international standard. The highly sought-after German military welding standard officially recognises Able’s compliance and commitment to superior welding skills, quality processes, and procedures.
The internationally recognised qualification is a critical step towards working on Australian Defence programs including Land 400 Phase 2 and confirms Able’s ability to fabricate and weld specialised metal components to military standard.
Able is the first company in Victoria and the third in Australia to achieve this international certification for its welding practices. The audit process requires significant resources including company investment in employees and capability.
“The accreditation enabled the company to bid for contracts offered by global prime military contractors delivering major platforms for the Commonwealth of Australia and markets overseas," Able Managing Director Stephen Martyn said. “This is a significant step for our family owned and operated company that will strengthen our proven capability and also enhance opportunities to be part of international supply chains.
“We are proud of the achievements of our team and the recognition they have received and are strongly committed to building Australian Industry Capability for customers across the ADF and in export markets.
“Welding is a major part of our business and we are passionate about ensuring products are made in Australia by tradespeople using the latest automated technology."
Able will fabricate and weld components for the ADF’s fleet of Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles now being delivered by Rheinmetall Defence Australia.