Powder Metallurgy (PM), Powder Injection Molding (PIM), Additive Machining (AM) and related metal forming processes are a growing and dynamic industry. With advances in technologies such as additive manufacturing or metal injection molding (MIM) expanding, the global market for these processes is expected to show exceptional growth.
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This ‘2022 data and intelligence set’ provides quantitative data and qualitative analysis on the global market by country, end-user industry, application, constructed parts, and process. Expanded coverage includes historical data within the Ulysses™ platform.
Data and analysis in the published report is available for the years 2021 to 2027. The Ulysses database contains market data for the years 2004-2027.
Table of Contents
Executive Summary
The Executive Summary provides a detailed overview of the powder metallurgy industry for when you only need top-level data and analysis. It provides summary tables in value of consumption by major product types, countries, and end-user industries. It also gives general market trends and factors affecting demand on the summary level.
Section 1: Technology Overview
Key Industry Terminology
What is Powder Metallurgy?
- General Powder Metallurgy (PM) Definitions
- PM Processes
- Press & Sinter
- Hot Isostatic Press (HIP)
- Powder Injection Molding (PIM)
- Metal Injection Molding (MIM)
- Note: MIM is a subcategory of PIM along with Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) but it is presented here independently as well in order to break the MIM market down in more detail.
- Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM)
- Note: CIM is a subcategory of PIM along with Metal Injection Molding (MIM) but it is presented here independently as well in order to break the CIM market down in more detail.
- Additive Manufacturing
- Applications
- Structured Parts
- Cutting Tools
- Semi-Parts
- Sintered Magnets
- Wear Parts
- Other
- Raw Materials Used
- Ferrous Materials/Alloys
- Stainless Steels
- Tungsten Carbide
- Tool Steels
- Carbon Alloys
- Copper Alloys
- Titanium Alloys
- Aluminum Alloys
- Ceramics
- Soft Magnetic Irons
- Precious Metals
- Other (e.g., tin, magnesium, molybdenum...)
Advances in General Machining Processes
- Advances and Developments in Machining & Manufacturing Techniques
- Alternative Machining Methods & Disruptive Technologies
- Grinding/Abrasive Techniques
- EDM (Electro-Discharge Machining)
- Laser Machining
- Additive Manufacturing
- Impact on Tooling and Productivity
International Standards
- ANSI Standards
- ISO (International Standards Organization) Standards
- JIS, AFNOR, BSI, DIN, UNI, SACS and CAM
- Meeting international standards
- Impact of low quality products on the market
Technology Outlook
- Powder Metallurgy Technology on the Horizon
- Challenges and Advances in Materials Science
- Increasing Productivity with New Designs
Section 2: Powder Metallurgy Market Overview
Regional Market Data and Analysis
- World Machining Industry by Machining Process ($MM): 2021-2027
- Global Demand for Powder Metallurgy Parts by Region ($MM): 2021-2027
- Regional Trends & Forecasts in Powder Metallurgy Parts Consumption
- Factors Affecting Demand
- Relevant Legislation
- High Growth Markets
- Manufacturing Trends by Country
Industry Trends & Forecasts
- Cycles of Growth and Decline
- High-growth Markets (CAGR by Year)
- Producer Strategies in Reducing Costs
- Reduction of Energy Costs
Factors Affecting Demand
- Organic Growth within Existing Markets
- New Application Areas
- Niche Markets
Supply Chain Analysis
- Raw Materials
- Affect of Global Trade Policies
Distribution Channels
- Global Demand for PM Parts by Distribution Channel ($MM): 2021-2027
- Distributor Margins
Pricing
- Average Selling Price by Part Type
- End-User Industry Pricing Analysis
- Pricing Trends by Country
Global Market for PM Parts by Application ($MM, Units, $/unit)
- Structured Parts
- Cutting Tools
- Semi-Parts
- Sintered Magnets
- Wear Parts
- Other
Global Market for PM Parts by Process ($MM, Units, $/unit)
- Press & Sinter
- Hot Isostatic Press (HIP)
- Powder Injection Molding (PIM)
- Metal Injection Molding (MIM)
- Note: MIM is a subcategory of PIM along with Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) but it is presented here independently as well in order to break the MIM market down in more detail.
- Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM)
- Note: CIM is a subcategory of PIM along with Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) but it is presented here independently as well in order to break the CIM market down in more detail.
- Additive Manufacturing
- Other
End-User Analysis
- Global Demand for Powder Metallurgy Parts ($MM) by End-User Industry: 2021-2027
- Statistics & Overall Market Data
- Forecasts and Predictions: 2020 and Beyond
- High growth markets in a diverse global economy
- Key Sectors by Country and Region
- Factors Affecting End-User Demand
- Analysis of Criteria for End-User Product Selection
Competitive Environment
- Competitive Structure of the Industry
- Factors of Competition
- Performance versus Price
- Manufacturing Processes
- End-User Criteria for Product Selection
- Barriers of Market Entry
- Market Entry and New Competitors: Obstacles and Points of Entry
- Capital Investment
- Supply Chain
- Customer Loyalty
- Global Trade
- Company Strategies
- Competitive Strengths & Weaknesses
- Strategies for Marketing & Business Development
- Pricing Trends
- Competitive Landscape Moving Forward
Market Analysis by PM Process
Each section in takes a more in-depth look at the global market for powder metallurgy parts demand by process type. Each section provids a detailed consumption breakdown in value, volume and ASP by country, end-use market demand, raw materials, and product type/application. Each section also analyzes competitive environment and forecasts.
Section 3: Press & Sinter
Press & Sinter Parts Demand by Country ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
Global Demand for Press & Sinter Parts by End-User Industry ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Statistics & Overall Market Data
- High growth markets for Press & Sinter manufacturing
- Factors Affecting End-User Demand
- Analysis of Criteria for End-User Product Selection
Global Demand for Press & Sinter Manufacturing by Raw Material ($MM): 2021-2027
Press & Sinter Manufacturing by Product Type ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Forecasts & Trends by Product Type
- Criteria for Manufacturing using P&S
Competitive Environment
Future Outlook
- Technological Trends and Market Forecasts
- High-growth Markets
- General Conclusions
Section 4: Hot Isostatic Press (HIP)
Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) Parts Demand by Country ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
Global Demand for Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) Parts by End-User Industry ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Statistics & Overall Market Data
- High growth markets for Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) manufacturing
- Factors Affecting End-User Demand
- Analysis of Criteria for End-User Product Selection
Global Demand for Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) Manufacturing by Raw Material ($MM): 2021-2027
Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) Manufacturing by Product Type ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Forecasts & Trends by Product Type
- Criteria for Manufacturing using HIP
Competitive Environment
Future Outlook
- Technological Trends and Market Forecasts
- High-growth Markets
- General Conclusions
Section 5: Powder Injection Molding (PIM)
Powder Injection Molding (PIM) Parts Demand by Country ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
Global Demand for Powder Injection Molding (PIM) Parts by End-User Industry ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Statistics & Overall Market Data
- High growth markets for Powder Injection Molding (PIM) manufacturing
- Factors Affecting End-User Demand
- Analysis of Criteria for End-User Product Selection
Global Demand for Powder Injection Molding (PIM) Manufacturing by Raw Material ($MM): 2021-2027
Powder Injection Molding (PIM) Manufacturing by Product Type ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Forecasts & Trends by Product Type
- Criteria for Manufacturing using PIM
Competitive Environment
Future Outlook
- Technological Trends and Market Forecasts
- High-growth Markets
- General Conclusions
Section 6: Metal Injection Molding (MIM)
- Note: MIM is a subcategory of PIM along with Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) but it is presented here independently as well in order to break the MIM market down in more detail.
Metal Injection Molding (MIM) Parts Demand by Country ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
Global Demand for Metal Injection Molding (MIM) Parts by End-User Industry ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Statistics & Overall Market Data
- High growth markets for Metal Injection Molding (MIM) manufacturing
- Factors Affecting End-User Demand
- Analysis of Criteria for End-User Product Selection
Global Demand for Metal Injection Molding (MIM) Manufacturing by Raw Material ($MM): 2021-2027
Metal Injection Molding (MIM) Manufacturing by Product Type ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Forecasts & Trends by Product Type
- Criteria for Manufacturing using MIM
Competitive Environment
Future Outlook
- Technological Trends and Market Forecasts
- High-growth Markets
- General Conclusions
Section 7: Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM)
- Note: CIM is a subcategory of PIM along with Metal Injection Molding (MIM) but it is presented here independently as well in order to break the CIM market down in more detail.
Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) Parts Demand by Country ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
Global Demand for Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) Parts by End-User Industry ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Statistics & Overall Market Data
- High growth markets for Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) manufacturing
- Factors Affecting End-User Demand
- Analysis of Criteria for End-User Product Selection
- Global Demand for Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) Manufacturing by Raw Material ($MM): 2021-2027
Ceramic Injection Molding (CIM) Manufacturing by Product Type ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Forecasts & Trends by Product Type
- Criteria for Manufacturing using MIM
Competitive Environment
Future Outlook
- Technological Trends and Market Forecasts
- High-growth Markets
- General Conclusions
Section 8: Additive Manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing Parts Demand by Country ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
Global Demand for Additive Manufacturing Parts by End-User Industry ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Statistics & Overall Market Data
- High growth markets for Additive Manufacturing
- Factors Affecting End-User Demand
- Analysis of Criteria for End-User Product Selection
Global Demand for Additive Manufacturing by Raw Material ($MM): 2021-2027
Additive Manufacturing by Product Type ($MM, Units, ASP): 2021-2027
- Forecasts & Trends by Product Type
- Criteria for Manufacturing using AM
Competitive Environment
Future Outlook
- Technological Trends and Market Forecasts
- High-growth Markets
- General Conclusions