Metal Injection Molding, Ceramic Injection Molding and sinter-based Additive Manufacturing

Metal Injection Molding articles: deep-dive MIM industry insight

Cooling the limits of power electronics: An integrated approach for e-mobility and AI hardware with copper MIM

ArticleApplicationsMetal Injection MoldingProcessing
February 16, 2026

As power density continues to rise in applications ranging from e-mobility to AI hardware, thermal management is increasingly defining the performance limits of power electronics. Conventional cooling concepts are struggling to keep pace, making system-level optimisation essential. This article presents a coordinated approach to substrate design, high-current interconnection and advanced copper cooling enabled by Metal Injection Moulding, developed jointly by Schweizer Electronic AG, Schunk Sonosystems GmbH and Schunk Sintermetalltechnik GmbH, and authored by Marvin Luceri, Thorsten Klein and Tim Hanika. ... Read more »

Industrialising titanium: MTIG’s strategy for scalable, cost-competitive precision MIM and AM

ArticleApplicationsCompany ProfilesMetal Injection Molding
February 16, 2026

Located at the heart of South Korea’s advanced manufacturing ecosystem, MTIG represents a new model for titanium industrialisation that goes far beyond conventional MIM-Ti parts production. By vertically integrating proprietary Hydride-Dehydride (HDH) powder production, Metal Injection Moulding, and Additive Manufacturing, MTIG delivers cost-competitive, high-precision titanium at scale. In this article, Professor Dr Jai-Sung Lee interviews MTIG’s founder and CEO, Dr Ji-Hwan Park, to explore the technologies, vision, and full-cycle innovation that set MTIG apart within the global MIM industry. ... Read more »

Tailored feedstocks for MIM, CIM and sinter-based AM: How Blesol Tech is responding to market requirements

ArticleCeramic Injection MoldingCompany ProfilesMarketsMetal Injection MoldingSinter-based Additive Manufacturing
December 8, 2025

Blesol Tech is emerging as a notable European supplier of metal and ceramic feedstocks for Metal Injection Moulding, Ceramic Injection Moulding, and sinter-based Additive Manufacturing. Based in Castilla-La Mancha, Spain, and led by Dr Gemma Herranz and Dr Cristina Berges, the company brings together academic expertise and industrial-scale production. As this article outlines, its close collaboration with MIM and CIM producers offers clear insight into shifting market requirements, informing the development of tailored materials and adaptable feedstock solutions. ... Read more »

Element 22: Mastering titanium component production with Metal Injection Moulding and Additive Manufacturing

ArticleCompany ProfilesMaterialsMetal Injection MoldingSinter-based Additive Manufacturing
December 8, 2025

Element 22 GmbH has built its reputation on developing efficient ways to manufacture complex titanium components for demanding applications in medicine, aerospace, luxury goods and emerging hydrogen technologies. By leveraging Metal Injection Moulding, sinter-based Additive Manufacturing and carefully controlled finishing processes, the company demonstrates how titanium parts can be produced reliably and at scale. Dr Georg Schlieper recently visited the company for PIM International to explore its processes and ongoing developments. ... Read more »

MPIF’s PM Design Excellence Awards 2025: Celebrating innovation in Metal Injection Moulding

ArticleApplicationsMetal Injection Molding
September 26, 2025

The Metal Powder Industries Federation (MPIF) announced the winners of the 2025 Powder Metallurgy Design Excellence Awards at PowderMet2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. This article focuses on award-winning components produced by Metal Injection Moulding (MIM) and sinter-based Additive Manufacturing. The awards recognise advances in efficiency, performance and reliability across industries. Collectively, the winning parts highlight MIM’s growing role in advanced manufacturing, demonstrating how the process combines precision, scalability and design freedom for demanding applications. ... Read more »

Comparative study of 17-4 PH spur gears produced by Metal Injection Moulding and Binder Jetting

ArticleApplicationsMaterialsMetal Injection MoldingSinter-based Additive Manufacturing
September 26, 2025

This study compares 17-4 PH stainless steel spur gears produced by Metal Injection Moulding (MIM) and Binder Jetting (BJT), focusing on dimensional accuracy, microstructure, and mechanical performance. As BJT gains traction in China’s manufacturing sector, the authors – Jie Li, Jimin Xu, and Guangfeng Zhong (Vigor Precision Hardware, Dongguan), alongside Yuder Chao and Yauhung Chiou (You Need Enterprise Consulting, Kunshan) – investigate whether BJT can match the precision and reliability of established MIM processes. The results show that while BJT is effective for early–stage prototyping, MIM offers superior consistency for high–precision components. ... Read more »

INDO­-MIM in North America: Scaling MIM and developing Binder Jetting to meet evolving market needs

ArticleApplicationsCompany ProfilesMetal Injection MoldingSinter-based AM
July 18, 2025

With a portfolio of 12,000 MIM components and annual sales exceeding $350 million, INDO-MIM is among the most widely recognised names in the global Metal Injection Moulding industry. Founded in Bangalore in 1997, the company now supplies customers across five continents. In 2017, it established a major facility in San Antonio, Texas, to meet rising demand and strengthen supply chain resilience. Bernard North visited the site for PIM International and reports on its development, strategic significance, and INDO-MIM’s increasing investment in Binder Jetting Additive Manufacturing. ... Read more »

Redefining device design: The role of Metal Injection Molding in consumer electronics hinge mechanisms

ArticleApplicationsMarketsMetal Injection MoldingProcessing
July 17, 2025

The capabilities of Metal Injection Moulding have transformed the design of hinges, unlocking new possibilities in consumer electronics and beyond. By enabling the production of compact, durable, and highly complex components, the technology has allowed engineers to rethink functionality and aesthetics, especially in devices such as foldable smartphones, laptops, and wearables. In this comprehensive review, Dr Chiou Yau Hung (Dr Q) explores how MIM’s unique advantages have influenced hinge innovation, reshaped product design, and opened new frontiers for mechanical systems. ... Read more »

Prof Randall M German: Shaping the field of Powder Injection Moulding – a MIM2025 tribute

ArticleApplicationsCeramic Injection MoldingMetal Injection MoldingSinter-based AM
July 15, 2025

Held in Costa Mesa, California, the MIM2025 conference marked a significant moment for the Powder Injection Moulding community – not only for its technical programme and strong industry participation, but for a special symposium dedicated to honouring Prof Randall M German’s six-decade career. The tribute brought together former students, collaborators, and leading global experts to reflect on his scientific legacy and personal influence. Dr Animesh Bose reports from the event, highlighting Prof German’s unparalleled role in the rise of PIM. ... Read more »

Finding opportunities in a challenging market: AFT-Hungary’s Metal Injection Molding strategy

ArticleCompany ProfilesMetal Injection Molding
February 27, 2025

AFT-Hungary, a key European player in Metal Injection Moulding, has navigated industry challenges through strategic adaptation and market diversification. Facing intense price competition, shifting trade policies, and evolving regulations, the company has focused on expanding MIM applications beyond traditional sectors. By identifying new opportunities and refining its manufacturing processes, AFT-Hungary remains competitive in a rapidly changing landscape. Emma Lawn explores the company’s approach to sustaining growth, enhancing efficiency, and overcoming obstacles in today’s demanding manufacturing environment ... Read more »

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Extensive MIM, CIM industry and sinter-based AM industry news, plus the following exclusive deep-dive articles and reports:

  • Metal Injection Moulding in Asia: Scale, supply chains, and growing overlap with metal Additive Manufacturing
  • Chanel’s J12: How Ceramic Injection Moulding became part of the luxury narrative
  • Ceramic AM enables 500 mm dual-channel gas distribution ring for high-speed PEALD and ALE in the same chamber
  • From hypersonics to EVs: Sintering non-oxide ceramics for next-generation technologies
  • ColdMetalFusion: A new approach to metal Additive Manufacturing

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