Case Study #5 – Powdered Metal

February 14th, 2023

Your Source for Powder Metal Components

January 25th, 2022

Are you looking for a new application, or have the need to improve upon an application that already exists? We can offer exclusive engineering assistance for conversions of other process designed components to high quality Powder Metal Components with significant cost savings and minimal waste during production.

Many Material Options Available
Step one: Choose the metal powder material which will produce the component properties that meet or exceed the customer’s expectations in their application.
Options include iron, bronze, brass, stainless steel, magnetic blends, and more.


Create Complex or Unique Shapes
Step two: Compact the chosen raw material into the net shape and sinter the part. This process is done without the scrap that most other processes produce, and holds very tight tolerances without secondary operations, giving the powder metal process an edge in competitive pricing.


Secondary Operations Available if Needed
Step three: Sintering may be the final operation on a simple structure component, but dependent upon the complexity of the component, we can add a secondary operation or heat treatment.
Options include machining, grinding, deburring, plating, coating, oil impregnation, and more.

Open Capacity for your Precision Component

April 28th, 2021

At Gorham Incorporated we provide a single point of contact for your engineered metal component requirements. We partner with industry leading manufacturers that have a proven track record of saving our customers money. Whether you have a need for a metal stamping, aluminum extrusion or a machined component part; Gorham Incorporated is your one stop shop.

We have Open Capacity! Let us know how we can help you succeed. Contact us today.

Powder Metal Components

February 18th, 2021

Are you interested in SIGNIFICANT cost savings by converting a machined component to powder metal? Contact us today to see if we can unlock some savings for you.

The powder metal (also called sintered metal) process consists of three basic steps; powder blending, die compaction and sintering. Dry powder is pressed into a mold that produces precise parts and then goes through a sintering process to create a stable part. This process is best suited for smaller complex parts that require tight tolerances.

Powder Metal Components

April 3rd, 2018

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There are potentially SIGNIFICANT cost savings by converting a machined component to powder metal. Making quality components from powdered metal produces cost savings by reducing, or even eliminating, expensive machining and material scrap. Our Materials Engineer will help you choose the right powder metal mix to give your component the properties it needs, while ensuring the lowest possible cost.

Give us a call today to see if we can unlock some savings for you.

Your Local Source for Powder Metal Parts

March 17th, 2017

Why Powder Metal?

Significant Cost Savings, Complex and Unique Shapes, Minimal to No Waste in Production, Low to High Volume Runs, High Material Strength, Part to Part Consistency, Cost Efficient, Lower Tooling Cost, No Tool Maintenance, Dimensional Control, Elimination of Costly Cutting , Varied Surface Finishes, Tight Tolerances

Materials Used:

High Strength Steel, Stainless Steel, Bronze, Brass, Soft Magnetics

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Highly Engineered Powder Metal Parts

June 6th, 2016

Why Powdered Metals?

    • Significant cost savings.
    • Create complex or unique shapes.
    • No or minimal waste during production.
    • High quality finished products.
    • Material strength.

Powder metal parts are a perfect fit for a variety of applications in many different industries. The efficient, high-volume production is a great way to cut your manufacturing costs without sacrificing quality.  Making quality components from powdered metal produces cost savings by reducing, or even eliminating, expensive machining and material scrap.

We offer exclusive engineering assistance for conversions of other process designed components to high quality, cost effective, Powder Metal Components.  We have many material options including Alloy Steels, Stainless Steels, and Brass.

We offer Fine Pitch Precision Gears for your Motion Control Applications in Gear Motors, Gear Actuators, Gear Reduction, and Gear Drives; Specialty Helical Gears; Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel Pump Gears for Low and High Pressure Pumps; Components for your Knob Locks, Lever Locks, Mortise Locks, Panic Bars, Padlocks, and more!