Villari welcomes WQMS as a partner to strengthen structural health monitoring in Australian mining

Villari is proud to announce a strategic partnership with WQMS (Welding Quality Management Systems Pty Ltd), expanding the application of continuous crack detection and structural health monitoring technologies across the Australian mining sector.

Based in Australia, WQMS is a specialist provider of structural cracking and weld repair management solutions for heavy industry. Founded by experienced industry professionals, the company delivers a fully integrated approach that combines inspection, repair management, training, software, and technical services. With a strong focus on mining operations, WQMS supports asset owners in addressing fatigue-related challenges, improving weld repair quality, and extending the operational life of critical infrastructure.

Through this partnership, Villari’s wireless Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) technology is integrated into WQMS’s established crack and weld repair management framework. This enables operators to move beyond periodic inspection cycles by incorporating continuous, real-time insight into structural condition. The combined approach strengthens early detection of fatigue damage, enhances the reliability of repair strategies, and supports more informed, data-driven maintenance planning.

By aligning continuous monitoring with structured inspection and repair processes, Villari and WQMS introduce a more connected model for asset integrity management—one that reduces uncertainty, improves decision-making, and minimizes the risk of unplanned downtime in demanding operational environments.

“This partnership reflects a shared commitment to improving how structural maintenance is approached in heavy industry. By combining WQMS’s expertise in crack and weld management with Villari’s continuous monitoring technology, we enable operators to make better-informed decisions based on real-time data.”

– Olivier Baas, CEO at Villari.

For WQMS, the collaboration strengthens its capability to deliver integrated, forward-looking maintenance solutions tailored to the realities of mining operations. As a Villari partner, WQMS now gains access to advanced sensor technology, technical support, and training, ensuring seamless integration of monitoring capabilities into its existing service portfolio.

About WQMS

Welding Quality Management Systems Pty Ltd (WQMS) is an Australian-based provider of integrated structural maintenance solutions, specializing in crack detection and weld repair management for the mining industry. Its services combine inspection, engineering, training, software, and technical advisory to support improved asset reliability, reduced downtime, and extended service life.

Learn more at https://www.wqms.com.au/

About Villari

Designed for steel structures that keep industries moving, Villari provides continuous visibility into fatigue and crack growth, helping operators reduce unplanned downtime, optimize maintenance planning, and extend the life of critical assets. Villari’s wireless monitoring technology is deployed across ports, industrial facilities, and infrastructure assets worldwide.