Theme: Innovating Materials for Performance, Reliability, and Sustainability
Overview:
This two-day technical workshop brought together engineers, metallurgists, plant managers, and R&D specialists to explore the latest advancements in metallurgy and their applications across diverse industrial sectors. The event addressed pressing material performance challenges, from wear resistance in mining equipment to high-temperature stability in power plants, and provided practical strategies for integrating innovative materials into real-world production environments.
Objectives:
To update industry professionals on cutting-edge metallurgy technologies.
To provide actionable methods for improving the lifespan and efficiency of industrial components.
To facilitate knowledge sharing between local and international experts.
To support industries in adopting cost-effective, sustainable material solutions.
Agenda Highlights:
Day 1:
Keynote Address: Metallurgy at the Heart of Industrial Innovation – Dr. Michael Okafor (PECST Lead Consultant)
Session: Advances in Alloy Design for Extreme Environments
Case Study: Reducing Downtime Through Smart Material Selection
Panel Discussion: Bridging Research and Industry Needs
Day 2:
Workshop: Failure Analysis and Metallurgical Problem-Solving (Hands-on training with lab demonstrations)
Session: Material Performance Monitoring Using Modern NDT Tools
Networking Roundtable: Collaborative Approaches for Continuous Material Improvement
Key Speakers:
Engr. Eze Ochoga – Lead Consultant, PECST
Outcomes:
Participants gained in-depth insights into selecting and optimizing materials for demanding environments, learned how to diagnose and solve metallurgical failures, and made valuable industry connections. Many attendees reported immediate plans to implement new monitoring systems in their plants.