The TDA Convention 2026 | Power of TAFE at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre provided a valuable opportunity to connect with educators, training providers and industry professionals focused on the future of vocational education, hands-on learning and applied technical training.

Gavin Dawson, Kim and Henry Heckmann from GUNT were at the event, engaging with attendees and showcasing a range of education, training, laboratory and technical equipment solutions. The stand featured solutions from GUNT, Matest and MTS Systems Corporation, supporting practical demonstrations, technical education and applied learning.

Showcasing technical education and training equipment at TDA Convention 2026.

GUNT solutions on display for hands-on technical education.

Connecting with attendees and discussing practical training applications.

Discussing GUNT products, GUNT DigiSkills and applied learning solutions.

Supporting conversations around vocational education, STEM and technical training.

Day 1 Highlights: Strong Engagement and Practical Learning Conversations

Day 1 of the TDA Convention 2026 saw strong engagement, with attendees connecting with Gavin Dawson, Kim and Henry Heckmann from GUNT to discuss education, training, laboratory and technical equipment solutions.

The discussions focused on hands-on learning, practical training and applied technical education, with solutions from GUNT, Matest and MTS Systems Corporation on display. These conversations highlighted the importance of reliable training systems that help educators demonstrate technical concepts in practical, real-world learning environments.

Day 2 Highlights: GUNT Product Insights and GUNT DigiSkills

Day 2 brought more valuable discussions with attendees, with a special thank you to Henry Heckmann from GUNT for joining us and sharing insights into GUNT products and GUNT DigiSkills.

GUNT solutions support hands-on learning and technical education by helping training providers demonstrate engineering and scientific principles through practical equipment. GUNT DigiSkills added another important layer to the discussion, highlighting how digital learning support can complement practical training environments.

Gavin Dawson and Kim were also at the event, connecting with attendees and showcasing a range of technical education, laboratory and training equipment solutions. Across both days, the event provided a strong platform for meaningful conversations around the future of vocational education and practical training.

Solutions Featured at TDA Convention 2026

The solutions showcased at the event reflected the needs of TAFE institutes, technical education providers and applied learning environments, where students benefit from equipment that connects theory with practical experience.

Supporting TAFE, STEM and Vocational Education

Technical education continues to play an important role in preparing students for industry-relevant skills. Events such as the TDA Convention provide an opportunity to discuss how education and training equipment can support applied learning, practical demonstrations and real-world skill development.

Through our range of education, laboratory, test and measurement solutions, we support institutions looking to strengthen practical learning spaces and provide students with access to equipment used across engineering, science, construction, materials testing and technical training environments.