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Witness live competitions and explore interactive workshops under one roof at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Images: WorldSkills Australia The 2025 National Championships & Skills Show highlights Australias top apprentices, trainees, and students who compete to put their talent, precision, and dedication to the test. Ai Group Comment Innes Willox, Chief Executive, Australian Industry Group From the power of welding to the precision of carpentry, the 2025 National Champions
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Source | Ceratizit Ceratizit’s OptiLine solid carbide end mills are designed for high-performance mold cutting, crafted from premium substrates with excellent tool geometry and a novel Dragonskin coating for optimized cutting. In addition, the solid carbide end mills are manufactured at Ceratizit’s Sacramento, California, facility for faster delivery and available in inch assortments.
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