Powder applications news, March 2016

UK engine manufacturing shows healthy growth in February

The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders reports that 230,868 engines were manufactured in the UK in February, up 11.1% on the same month last year.

Exploring why volcanic ash sticks to aircraft engines

Cambridge researchers have shown that particle size isn’t the only concern when it comes to the risks posed by volcanic ashes.

MPIF names new fellows of APMI International

The MPIF will announce Hideshi Miura and Cesar Molins as APMI Fellows during POWDERMET2016.

MPIF unveils new website

The Metal Powder Industries Federation (MPIF) has launched a new website design.

LIGHT consortium to present AM project findings

Members of the LIGHT additive manufacturing (AM) project consortium in the UK plan to share their findings from the two-year project at an event in April.

Siemens Q1: a ‘strong start’

Siemens has reported a strong Q1 2016 following major contract wins in Europe and Africa.

Metalysis raises £20 million to commercialize PM technology

Metalysis has received an investment of £20 million to develop its metal powder production technology for commercial production.

Penn State releases roadmap for advancement of AM materials

Penn State researchers have released a roadmap to accelerate the design and application of AM materials over the next 10 years.

GKN Sinter Metals updates website

GKN Sinter Metals has updated its company website. The site now has a simplified, functional navigation as well as new content, the company says.

In memory of Dr John W. Cahn

Asia-Pacific now fastest-growing metal powder market

The Asia-Pacific region is the fastest-growing metal powder market, with the highest CAGR of 5.01%, says a new report.

GKN sales up 2%

GKN reports that its sales in 2015 increased by 2% organically from £7,456 million in 2014 to £7,689 million.

UK engine manufacturing shows January rise

UK automotive engine production rose 1.5% in January 2016 compared with the same month last year, according to the SMMT.

IMOA forecasts increase in moly demand

End user demand for molybdenum could increase by an average of 3.6% in the period to 2024, reports the IMOA.

MPIF announces winner of lifetime achievement award

William F Jandeska Jr has been selected to receive the Kempton H Roll PM Lifetime Achievement Award.

New PM company formed

Italeaf has created a new company for the production of metal powder and new alloys.