Professional contribution at BIAM and WELDING fairs
The Zagreb Fair hosted the biennial business exhibitions BIAM, the 28th International Machine Tools and Tools Exhibition, and Welding, the 31st International Welding and Anticorrosion Protection Fair, from 14 to 17 April 2026. These events represent the only specialised industrial fairs of their kind in Croatia and serve as an important regional meeting point for the metal processing industry, manufacturing technologies, and the welding sector.
The professional programme was further enriched by KORMAT, the 27th International Conference on Materials Protection and Finishing, as well as a key industry seminar “Welding Coordinators”, organised by the Croatian Welding Society in cooperation with the Chair of Welded Structures at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture in Zagreb.

Our esteemed colleagues from the welding supervision department, Petra Komazec, IWE/EWE, IWIP-C, and Denis Matija, IWE/EWE, made a valuable contribution to the seminar through their presentation titled “Transformer Tank Bridge Cranes According to EN 15085: What Lies Behind the Requirements?”. The topic is of particular importance for welding and transformer tank manufacturing, as EN 15085 is one of the key standards ensuring the quality, safety, and reliability of welded structures. Through their presentation, participants gained deeper insight into the standard’s requirements, as well as the challenges of its practical implementation in an industrial environment, which is especially relevant for welding engineers and professionals involved in production processes.
The seminar attracted significant interest, and the presentation prompted a constructive discussion and exchange of professional experience. Events such as this once again highlight the importance of continuous professional development and knowledge sharing within the welding community.
By participating in the seminar and actively contributing to the programme, out company, KONČAR – Transformer Tanks, further demonstrated its expertise and commitment to maintaining high standards in the field of welding.