MPIF, a member of the metal injection molding Association (MIMA), 2017, market research showed market segmentation of North American MIM parts shipments in 2016. Following chart:

In addition, market research shows that MIM sales continue to grow, and 89%MIMA respondents expect sales to increase in 2017.

In addition, due to the aerospace and aircraft engine (commercial and military) market demand to pick up, the hot isostatic pressing industry companies in 2016 also grew. Demand for compact services for metal injection molding and metal based manufacturing is still strong and will continue to grow.