Kersten talking about the State Seminars at the recent FTMA Board, and Partners’ meeting

Why the 2025 FTMA Australia State Seminars Are Essential for Frame and Truss Manufacturers

The 2025 FTMA Australia State Seminars are set to be the most comprehensive and engaging events for the frame and truss industry. Planned to take place in various locations across the country, these seminars combine technical innovation, industry insights, and invaluable networking opportunities, replacing the traditional style of past FTMA events with a refreshed, collaborative approach. The importance of these seminars cannot be overstated, as they serve to educate, inspire, and connect manufacturers, ensuring the industry continues to thrive in a competitive and rapidly evolving market.

As previously reported, FTMA Australia is holding State Seminars in South Australia, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia this year. Whilst dates and venues are yet to be confirmed for Victoria and Western Australia, everything is finalised for SA, NSW, and QLD.

State

Dates

Venue

South Australia

Tuesday 6 May

Hotel Grand Chancellor: 65 Hindley Street, Adelaide

New South Wales

Tuesday 27 May

Novotel Parramatta, 350 Church St, Parramatta

QLD

Thursday 29 May

Novotel Twin Waters – Sunshine Coast, 270 Ocean Dr, Twin Waters

A New Format for Greater Value

This year, the seminars will feature a revamped format, integrating morning training sessions conducted by FTMA’s three Principal Partners—MiTek, Multinail, and Pryda—with the afternoon FTMA State Seminar. The morning sessions, which run from 10 a.m. to midday, include individual breakout workshops facilitated by the nail plate companies.

After a networking lunch, the FTMA State Seminar will begin at 1 p.m., covering a range of critical topics highly relevant to the frame and truss sector. To round out the day, attendees can enjoy drinks and canapés while networking with their peers, further enhancing collaboration and discussion around the day’s key themes.

Tim Woods from Industry Edge

Itinerary

10am – Staying Ahead – Software and Machinery Advancements from the Nail Plate Companies

For Fabricators ONLY

The morning nail plate sessions will be an invaluable opportunity for fabricators to engage directly with their nail plate companies—Multinail, MiTek, and Pryda, and fellow fabricators. These pivotal industry partners will showcase the latest developments in their software, services, and machinery, providing crucial insights to enhance fabricators’ operations. With dedicated time to explore innovative advancements, attendees will gain knowledge essential to staying competitive and efficient.

12.15pm – Everyone comes together for lunch

1.00pm – FTMA Australia State Seminar Commences

For Fabricators, FTMA Principal, Strategic & Supporting Partners and FTMA Life Members ONLY

All State Seminars have the same program; however, the trusty engineers will also focus on state specific events during their session. Speakers include –

SUBJECT

SPEAKER

Fabrication’s critical role in solving Australia’s housing supply crisis

Tim Woods, IndustryEdge

Breaking New Ground in Training for Timber Systems Designers

Andrew Jones, Purple Infinity

Innovating for Tomorrow: Insights from the Future Framing Initiative

AFWI Researchers

Safety First: Unlocking the Benefits of the Frame & Truss National Safety Council

Andrew Kidd, F&T NSC

FTMA Tech Talk – The Warranty Breakdown plus State Specific technical issues

3 Nail Plate Engineers

  

4.15pm – Happy Hour with Canapes and Networking Drinks proudly sponsored by MiTek, Multinail and Pryda

 

5.00pm – Finished.

FTMA is really excited about the upcoming seminars – we can’t wait to see you there – book your places below!

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