High Strength, Excellent Magnetic Permeability, and Good Thermal Conductivity encourage adoption of MIM in Manufacturing
MIM is very cost-effective for manufacturing high volume complex parts. The technology allows varied industries to produce components with very minimal metal (material) wastage. MIM reduces assembly part count and the number of bond joints in a component. This reduces the requirement of an assembly process (machinery, equipment) and associated manpower.
Due to the technology's ability to produce high volumes of precision components to net-shape, metal injection molding (MIM) has become a very important manufacturing technology. The combination of higher volume cost reduction pressure and increasing design complexity is pushing industries to adopt MIM technology.
MIM of titanium components is currently limited to high-performance applications or luxury consumer products where titanium adds exclusivity and marketability. Advancements in using superalloys and materials for MIM has been the main area of R&D. Supplier evaluation is very critical in the automotive industry. Automakers follow extremely sophisticated supplier sourcing strategies.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Strategic Imperatives
1.1 The Strategic Imperative 8™
1.2 The Strategic Imperative 8™
1.3 The Impact of the Top Three Strategic Imperatives on the Opportunities of Metal Injection Molding in Manufacturing
1.4 About The Growth Pipeline Engine™
1.5 Growth Opportunities Fuel the Growth Pipeline Engine™
1.6 Research Process and Methodology
Chapter 2: Technology Overview
2.1 Metal Injection molding - Technology Overview
2.2 Improved Physical Properties and Reduced Waste are the Key Advantageous of Metal Injection Molding
2.3 MIM has Faster Production Cycle Time When Compared to Other Conventional Manufacturing Processes
2.4 Component Deformity and Decarburization are the Main Manufacturing Challenges for MIM
Chapter 3: MIM Technology Comparison & Benchmarking
3.1 Manufacturing Highly Dense Components with Improved Properties is the Main Advantage of MIM Technology
3.2 Metal Injection Molding has Several Advantages When Compared to Conventional Manufacturing Techniques
3.3 Technology Comparison of MIM with Other Conventional Technologies
Chapter 4: Application Landscape
4.1 MIM Allows the Manufacturing Industry to Design New Components with Improved Performance Efficiency
4.2 The Firearms Industry and Healthcare Industry Dominate the MIM Production Industry
4.3 China and Japan are the Highest MIM Technology Adopters and Service Providers
4.4 The Firearm, Military & Defense Industries are the Main Adopters of MIM Technology for Manufacturing Weapons
4.5 Charger Connectors are the Most Manufactured Components in the Electronics Industry
4.6 The Automotive Industry Has Been Adopting MIM for Manufacturing High Strength Components
4.7 The Healthcare Industry uses MIM Technology for Manufacturing Implants and Orthodontic Components
4.8 MIM Using Super Alloy Components will Drive Adoption of the Technology in the Aerospace Industry
Chapter 5: Companies to Action
5.1 Indo-MIM, India
5.2 Highly Magnetic and Corrosion Resistant Material
5.3 MPP, US
5.4 Powdered Metallurgy Aluminum Alloy
5.5 R&D Activities for Improving Manufacturing Efficiency of MIM Technology
5.6 Development of Metal Powders with Advanced Characteristics is Crucial for Increasing MIM Technology Adoption
5.7 MIM Services Providers Play a Crucial Role in the MIM Value Chain
Chapter 6: Notable Innovations
6.1 Development of Eco-friendly Materials and Reducing the Pricing of Materials Are of at Most Importance
6.2 Reducing Emissions Is Important for Technology Advancement
Chapter 7: Growth Opportunities
7.1 Growth Opportunity 1: R&D Investment for Technological Innovation, 2020 - MIM
Chapter 8: Key Contacts
Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Indo-MIM
- MPP
