In this edition we have chosen to focus on four areas, that each implies a number of advantages.

Complex components directly from the press - the limits to the complexity of the components move constantly. Today, it is possible - directly in the pressing process - to complete components, that could earlier only be produced with an expensive subsequent machining.

Small series are also profitable - the latest technology and the new logistic systems make the production of components in small series pay. Even by an annual consumption of only a few thousand units.

Welding in stainless sinter steel - Welding in stainless sinter steel - the welding in ordinary steel alloys is usually not a problem. The welding in stainless qualities, on the other hand, makes particular demands at the sintering process.

Hardening of powder metal - as with conventional steel, it is possible to manipulate the mechanical properties through hardening. Through a special process - sinter-hardening - the components can be hardened directly in continuation of the sintering process. By that means, extra heat treatment is superfluous.

Apart from all that, we keep our readers informed on the latest news within powder metallurgy and sintered metal.

I hope everyone will enjoy the magazine.