The following are examples:

• APP redesigned polymer system and created innovative technology to produce part, increase strength, and reduce costs by 50%

• APP redesigned an aluminum heat sink part for PM from previous manufacturing technology. Cost remained the same, but thermal conductivity increased two-fold.

• APP converted machined gears to P/S cutting cost in half.

• APP converted products made from traditional P/S to MIM with slight cost increase but much greater durability.

• APP reduced materials cost on part by using expertise in secondary finishing to maintain corrosion resistance.

• APP used surface coatings to increase lubricity while maintaining cost.

Comparison of Competing Technologies

100

Dimensional Variability (±) Cost ($)

80

60

Relative Index

40

20

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_Forging Investment

_Casting Machining MIM P/S