2024 WEDA
EIK Solutions at WEDA: Strengthening Connections and Showcasing Innovation
WEDA, the Western Dredging Association, is a key organization for professionals in the dredging industry. Our team began setting up on Monday afternoon, eagerly anticipating the welcome reception that evening. The event was vibrant with nearly 650 attendees from various facets of the dredging industry, including dredging contractors, manufacturers, environmental engineers, and equipment providers like us.
As Tuesday morning dawned, a steady flow of customers was drawn to our booth, captivated by our eye-catching backdrop and an engaging slideshow featuring photos and videos of our equipment in action. These visuals sparked numerous conversations, with customers and engineers eager to learn more about our products. This dialogue allowed us to gain valuable insights into how our equipment could complement their projects.
Through these interactions, we discovered the significant role our equipment plays in supporting dredging operations. Our machines can navigate shallower waters where dredges can’t reach, casting material to feed the dredge and facilitate its movement. Engineers shared innovative ideas on how they could leverage our equipment to enhance efficiency on their dredging jobs.
Tuesday evening brought the exclusive Chairman’s Reception, providing further opportunities to connect with current clients like VMI Dredge. They have a set of our pontoons and long-reach excavators available for rent, and their positive feedback reinforced the value of our amphibious excavators. They see great potential for expanding their business by partnering with us and our quality products.
On the final day, attendees participated in continuing education classes, maintaining high levels of interest and engagement with our products. Many expressed that our equipment would be the perfect tool for specific job types.
Overall, the opportunities in the dredging market are vast and varied. We gained a deeper understanding of the different dredging methods and how our solutions fit into this dynamic industry. It was also wonderful to see our sales rep, Angelica Fonseca, actively engaging with clients, demonstrating her product knowledge, and identifying customer needs to recommend the best solutions.
WEDA is a robust organization with dedicated members, and EIK Solutions was warmly received. We look forward to future engagements with the WEDA community and exploring new opportunities next year.