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Selecting the right powder metallurgy material is critical for balancing performance, cost, and durability. From corrosion resistance to wear strength, every application demands a tailored approach. 

In Episode 7 of The PM Blend, Atlas Pressed Metals experts explain how testing, prototyping, and collaboration guide the process of choosing the best powdered metal materials for each project.

What really sets powder metallurgy (PM) apart from traditional machining?
In this episode of The PM Blend, Atlas Pressed Metals experts: Mark Powell, Joe Pfingstler, Doug Hanes, Tom Pfingstler, and Phil Parks, break down the key differences in cost, complexity, material use, and design flexibility between these two manufacturing methods.

Packed with real-world examples, material comparisons, and engineering insights, this discussion explores:
How PM can reduce waste and drive cost-efficiency
When PM offers superior design freedom over machining
Practical tips for optimizing part geometry and performance

Whether you're an engineer, buyer, or product designer, this episode is a must-listen for anyone weighing PM vs. machining for their next project.

What makes a powder metallurgy (PM) design truly successful?

In this episode of The PM Blend podcast, Atlas Pressed Metals’ experts — Mark Powell, Joe Pfingstler, Doug Haynes, Tom Pfingstler, and Phil Parks — share how early collaboration between engineers and designers can make or break a PM part.

From real-world examples of design involvement and tooling considerations to the engineering mindset that drives performance and cost efficiency, this episode is packed with insights for anyone involved in product development.

Tune in for practical takeaways, expert advice, and strategies that lead to better PM parts — from concept to production.

Atlas experts Mark Powell and Joe Pfingstler take you inside the world of secondary operations in a new episode of The PM Blend podcast, breaking down essential post-processing steps like machining, sizing, plating, steam treating, and resin sealing.

You’ll get a practical look at how each operation enhances part performance — and why they matter more than you might think when it comes to optimizing your powdered metal components.

It’s a quick, no-nonsense guide to making smarter choices on the shop floor and getting more from your PM investment.

Atlas experts Mark Powell and Joe Pfingstler take you behind the scenes in a new episode of The PM Blend podcast, diving into the ins and outs of powdered metal conversions.

You’ll get a firsthand look at how we walk the production line, the signals we look for, and what truly makes a part a good—or bad—candidate for PM.
It’s a great peek into how our sales and engineering teams collaborate to find the most practical and cost-effective powdered metal solutions.

Looking for a peak behind the scenes of what happens inside the furnace? On this episode of The PM Blend podcast Mark, Joe, Tom, TJ, and Matt break down the sintering process and why it is so important. Join the team as they discuss everything from alloy activation to sinter hardening.

Learn how powder metal parts gain the strength and precision your applications demand.

Curious about the powdered metal compaction process? On this episode of The PM Blend podcast Mark, Joe, and Doug dissect it completely. Join the team as they discuss everything from transforming raw powders into solid parts to the critical role of tooling in creating complex components. 


You'll be sure to hear insights on pressing technology, net vs. near-net shape manufacturing, and the precision required to produce high-quality powdered metal parts at scale.

Powder Metal Conversion Results in Significant Cost Reduction with Design Optimization. A hand-tool manufacturer was looking for a solution to improve their component’s design, performance, cost, and assembly time. The original subassembly required three individual parts, a stamped sprocket, a machined lower body, and a fastener. Utilizing the PM process, we were able to work with our customer to convert this three-part subassembly into one, multi-level, net shape component, which resulted in a significant cost savings.

Powder Metal Conversion has emerged as a game-changer for many businesses, offering a range of benefits such as increased part consistency, decreased production time, improved performance, and reduced costs This is a first video of our Conversion Series and it provides valuable insights into assessing your part for PM conversion potential.

Atlas Pressed Metals manufactures a wide range of sintered metal parts for companies in a diverse mix of industries. Safely storing and managing all the parts to each tooling set is critical to minimize delays in compacting machine turnover and ensure parts are manufactured on time and to exacting specifications.