Fabtech Workshops at AOPA Australia

Attend Fabtech Workshops at AOPA Melbourne

Fabtech Systems is excited to take part in this year’s AOPA Melbourne Congress, where we’ll be delivering a series of hands-on workshops designed to support clinicians, technicians, and orthotists in achieving better outcomes with PDE bracing technology and fabrication workflows. We are also proud to be exhibiting alongside our partner NMO at Booth #19/20, where you can explore our latest solutions, ask questions, and connect with our team directly.

Built to Adapt

PDE Bracing Solutions for Paediatric Growth & Orthopaedic Pain

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 10:00 – 11:00 | M Room 12/13

Abstract: This session explores a modular approach to paediatric bracing using PDE-based designs that can be tailored as a child grows. We’ll cover assessment principles, selecting the right components for developmental stages, and how to iterate the brace setup without restarting from scratch. Clinical workflows, case snapshots, and practical fitting tips will show how to balance mobility, stability, and comfort while reducing remake cycles and appointment time. Attendees will leave with a step-by-step framework for evaluating gait needs, dialing in spring characteristics, and communicating goals with families and care teams.

Who Should Attend:

Paediatric orthotists, clinicians supporting growth-stage patients, and technicians who participate in iterative fit and follow-up.

Key Takeaways:

• Modular selection strategy
• Growth-aligned tuning
• Documentation checklist for consistent outcomes

Engineered for Performance

PDE Bracing Solutions for Orthopaedic Pain & High-Demand Cases

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 11:30 – 12:30 | M Room 12/13

Expanded Course Description: Designed for complex presentations and active patients, this session focuses on performance tuning with PDE technology to address pain, instability, and high-load activities. We will walk through force-path thinking, matching stiffness to patient goals, and managing tradeoffs between responsiveness and control. Real-world case examples—from return-to-work scenarios to recreational sport—will illustrate selection and fine-tuning to improve comfort, energy return, and adherence. We’ll also cover follow-up protocols that help clinicians adjust quickly as activity levels change.

Who Should Attend:

Orthotists treating high-demand or pain-driven indications, sports and rehab clinicians, and technicians supporting advanced builds.

Key Takeaways:

• Performance-oriented component selection
• Outcome tracking templates
• Follow-up adjustment playbook

Fabtech Pluseries™ Adhesives Workshop

Surface Prep, Bond Reliability, and Workflow Optimization

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 15:30 – 17:00 | M Room 15/16

Session Overview: A practical, technician-focused workshop covering best practices for surface prep, open time management, and bond reliability with Pluseries™ structural adhesives. We’ll review common failure modes, troubleshooting, and small process tweaks that pay big dividends on throughput and rework reduction. Demonstrations will highlight fixture strategies, cleanup methods, and documentation that speeds training and standardizes outcomes.

Who Should Attend:

Technicians, lab managers, and clinicians who oversee fabrication and QA.

Key Takeaways:

• Repeatable prep and bonding workflow
• Quality checkpoints
• Quick-reference guide for material pairings

Visit Our Booth

Between sessions, stop by Booth #19/20 to talk through specific cases, see example builds, and get hands-on with components used in the courses. We’ll be there alongside our partner NMO throughout the event.