Paul Whittaker

Shrewsbury

Publishing Director and News Editor at Metal AM

Group News Editor, Director at Powder Metallurgy Review

Editor at PIM International

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Call for papers issued for co-located WorldPM2026, AMPM2026 and Tungsten2026 events

2 weeks ago | pim-international.com | Paul Whittaker

The Metal Powder Industries Federation (MPIF) has issued a call for papers for the co-located WorldPM2026 World Powder Metallurgy Congress & Exhibition, AMPM2026 and Tungsten2026. The international events are scheduled to take place June 25-29 in Montreal, Canada.
Nano Dimension adds Sriubas and Tanghal to its board

2 weeks ago | pim-international.com | Paul Whittaker

Nano Dimension, headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, USA, has appointed Andy Sriubas and Eileen Tanghal to its board of directors. The announcement is reported to come at a pivotal moment for the company, as it shifts from M&A integration to scaling a unified technology platform across its global markets. “We are strengthening our board at a critical moment in Nano Dimension’s development,” stated Ofir Baharav, CEO, Nano Dimension.
Thermo-Calc Solutions formed following the acquisition of QuesTek Europe

2 weeks ago | pim-international.com | Paul Whittaker

Thermo-Calc Software AB, based in Solna, Sweden, has announced its 100% acquisition of QuesTek Europe AB. Previously a joint venture, QuesTek Europe is known for its expertise in integrated computational materials engineering (ICME). The company will now operate under the new name Thermo-Calc Solutions AB, expanding its ability to deliver advanced ICME services alongside software solutions.
TAV showcases Performance Lab’s role in advancing heat treatment R&D

2 weeks ago | pim-international.com | Paul Whittaker

TAV Vacuum Furnaces, based in Caravaggio, Italy, highlighted the work of its Performance Lab, a key strategic resource within the company’s R&D department, in a recent blog post. The laboratory is equipped with a range of highly specialised furnaces designed to support R&D activities focused on refining heat treatment processes.
Epson Atmix opens $38 million recycling facility to support sustainable metal powder production

2 weeks ago | pim-international.com | Paul Whittaker

Epson Atmix Corporation, a group company of Seiko Epson Corporation based in Aomori, Japan, has completed construction of a new $38 million metal recycling facility at Kita-Inter Plant No. 2. The new centre will recycle used metals from the Epson Group’s operations and the local community to produce raw materials for Atmix’s metal powder products. The recycling facility was first announced in 2022, with construction beginning in 2023.
Emery Oleochemicals achieves ISO 50001 energy management certification

2 weeks ago | pim-international.com | Paul Whittaker

Emery Oleochemicals, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, has achieved ISO 50001: Energy Management Systems certification at its manufacturing facility in Cincinnati. In May 2025, the Ohio Chemistry Technology Council (OCTC) recognised this certification, honouring the company with an Award for Excellence in Environmental Performance at its 36th Annual Conference.
Japan’s Iwaki Die Casting opens second MIM production facility in Kodaira

2 weeks ago | pim-international.com | Paul Whittaker

Iwaki Die-Casting Co Ltd, headquartered in Yamamoto, Japan, has completed construction and commenced operations at its second Metal Injection Molding (MIM) production facility in Kodaira, near Yamamoto. The company was established as a die casting business in 1968, later adding MIM production in 1988. In addition to manufacturing components, it developed its own in-house MIM feedstock. In 2016, Iwaki Die-Casting consolidated its MIM production facilities in Kodaira.
Jewellery and watch association partners with ceramitec to drive industry innovation

2 weeks ago | pim-international.com | Paul Whittaker

The German Association of Jewellery, Watches, Silverware and Related Industry (BVSU) and the organisers of the leading industry event ceramitec have agreed on a strategic partnership aimed at expanding the event’s reach into the jewellery and watch sectors. The ceramitec exhibition is scheduled to take place from March 24 to 26, 2026, in Munich, Germany. A key focus of the partnership will be on technical ceramics and Powder Metallurgy.
Registration opens for EMO Hannover advanced manufacturing trade fair

2 weeks ago | pim-international.com | Paul Whittaker

EMO Hannover, the world’s largest trade fair dedicated to advanced manufacturing technologies, will take place from September 22–26, 2025, in Hannover, Germany. EMO Hannover has established itself as the leading event, with a strong focus on machine tools for metal cutting and forming, production systems, precision tools, automation, and industrial digitalisation.
Euro PM2025 releases preliminary technical programme

3 weeks ago | pim-international.com | Paul Whittaker

The European Powder Metallurgy Association (EPMA) has announced the preliminary technical programme for Euro PM2025. The event will take place in Glasgow, Scotland, UK, from September 14-17, 2025. Euro PM2025 will feature a world-class technical programme showcasing the latest in Powder Metallurgy and metal Additive Manufacturing research and innovation. There will also be an exhibition featuring the global metal powder supply chain.

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