IPA is one of six trade associations
of the Metal Powder Industries Federation. Member
companies are associatied with the hot and cold isostatic pressing and processing industry (HIP/CIP).
The association serves to improve and promote HIP and CIP technology in producing and applying products and equipment that utilize metal powders and advanced particulate materials in their manufacture. This is accomplished
by the collection and dissemination of statistical information, development
of standards, and technology transfer.