Site Tour | G James Aluminium Products - Trusted Experience, Valued Quality

Join Industry Partners Australia for an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to G.James Aluminium Products, one of Australia’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of aluminium products and building solutions. This site tour provides an opportunity to explore a large-scale Australian manufacturing operation and gain insight into the processes, people and technology involved in transforming raw aluminium into products used across the construction and industrial sectors. Participants will hear about G.James’ approach to manufacturing, operational efficiency, quality, safety and continuous improvement, before taking a guided tour of the facility. As always, the value extends beyond the host site. The tour provides an opportunity for IPA members to connect with peers from other industries, share experiences and take away practical ideas that may spark improvement within their own operations. Come along, see how another industry operates and discover what conversations can lead to. Your Hosts: About G James: The G.James Group of Companies is a family-owned manufacturing business proudly specialising in the Australian-based production of aluminium windows & doors, building facades and aluminium extrusions. G.James is also a leading processor of secondary glass products including laminated, toughened and insulating glass units. The company’s interests extend into other entities supplying aluminium castings, street & park furniture and aluminium scaffolding & access equipment. Sustained growth and investment over several decades have seen the business expand from a single glass factory in Fortitude Valley to today supporting over 2000 employees operating from some 35 locations around Australia. In 2017, G.James achieved the significant milestone of 100 years in business. The group’s success over these years is largely attributed to a history of entrepreneurial stewardship, dedicated employees and a loyal, satisfied customer base. Agenda: • 8:30am - Meet at site - Sign in and introductions • 8:45am - Overview of G James • 9:15am - Tour • 11:30am - Q&A and feedback • 12:00pm - Event close Who should attend? This event is ideal for Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Facilities, Quality or others with an interest in large scale manufacturing. As a member of IPA you can register up to 2 people, subject to availability, to attend this event. This event is for IPA members only, there will be no public access to this event. SITE Requirements As this is an operational manufacturing facility, closed-toe flat shoes and long pants are mandatory. Please bring hi-viz vests and safety glasses / over-glasses. Additional personal protective equipment will be provided, including hearing protection and safety hats. Mobile Phones are allowed on site but are not to be used on the production floor. Photos are permitted on this tour, but please check with our host before taking them. When do I need to register by? Registrations close 5 days prior to the event date. Registrations are based on a 'first-come, first-served' basis. There are no allocated seats with membership. Who can I contact for further information? Please note that we may take photos/videos at IPA events for use in marketing or social media. If you wish to be exempt from these, please contact the event organiser.