The globalization of supply chains has caused a lack of large-scale forging capacity in many parts of the world. This has led to longer lead times and supply chain vulnerabilities for equipment manufacturers in a wide range of industries.
Powder Metallurgy–Hot Isostatic Pressing (PM-HIP) has emerged as a solution to these problems by not only replicating the strengths of traditional forging but also offering enhanced material properties, cost and time efficiency, and greater design flexibility.
This whitepaper explores how PM-HIP can mitigate the limitations of conventional forging, particularly for large-scale components. It explains how industries can overcome current production bottlenecks, reduce risks, and unlock new opportunities for innovation and growth by adopting large-scale PM-HIP.