Scottish Association for Metals
Promoting the advancement of the science and technology of metals, alloys and allied materials within Scotland
Scottish Association for Metals
About Scottish Association for Metals
The Scottish Association for Metals is the direct successor of the West of Scotland Iron and Steel Institute.
The Association is the learned society and professional institution for metallurgists and materials technologists in Scotland. It organises a programme of technical meetings and visits to inform and update those working in manufacturing industries, education and training about current developments and practices in materials technology. It is also a recognised Scottish charity (charity number SC014102).
Through careful management of a portfolio of investments, the Association is able to offer grants to individuals in need of funding to support professional development activities. SAM is also able to support the award of prizes for good students of engineering materials technology. Organisations seeking funding for prizes should contact the secretary.
The Association is managed by a Council which is elected from its membership.
The history of the Association goes back to 1892 with the establishment of the West of Scotland Iron and Steel Institute in Glasgow in order to promote the science and technology of the manufacture and use of iron and steel. It has strong links with other professional engineering and technical societies in Scotland and the UK.
Next Scheduled Talk 15th May 2025
R W Thomson Prestige Lecture How can the Mining Sector addr
Life as we know it would not be possible without mining. Look around…. the homes we live in, the vehicles we drive, the infrastructure delivering water and power, and the technology we use to communicate with loved ones…are all enabled by mined minerals.
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