IMF: INSTITUTE OF MATERIALS FINISHING
Representing finishing professionals
in surface engineering and coatings
since 1925
The Institute of Materials Finishing
was founded in 1925, its title then
being the Electroplaters and
Depositors Technical Society.
Its main purpose was to disseminate
technical information on
electrodeposition by means of
technical publications, meetings
and conferences.
The area of interest broadened into all aspects of
surface finishing on metal when it assumed the title
of the Institute of Metal Finishing in 1951.
In 2013 the name was changed to the Institute of
Materials Finishing to embrace all technologies of
surface finishing on a much wider variety of
materials. Such processes embrace electro-plating,
organic (paint) finishing, anodising, printed circuitry
and ancillary methods of surface treatment.
More recently, the IMF has further broadened its interest
to cover other aspects of surface engineering.
Mission Statement:
“To provide a focus for Surface Engineering and
Finishing activities worldwide through the fulfilment
of the technical, educational and professional needs
at all levels for both the individuals and companies
involved in the coatings industry.”
Objectives
To be an internationally recognised ‘partner’ within
the surface engineering and finishing industry.
To promote and provide for the attainment
of vocational, academic and professional
qualifications appropriate to the needs of industry.
To provide regular U.K. and International
publications for research and development,
legislative and practical matters.
Continue to represent the professional interests
and exceed the expectations of its members.
To be the first point of contact for all surface
finishing enquiries and facilitate technical
and professional networking.
To enhance the Institute's reputation for
excellence in professional conduct.
To provide a trusted independent conduit for
knowledge transfer throughout the supply chain
of the surface engineering and finishing industry.
To attract industry and academic professionals
to join and further increase the knowledge base.
To work in co-operation with other institutes/bodies.
To promote the application of research and
development within industry.
To influence legislative bodies' decision making, as
this relates to industry standards and regulations.
To provide effective channels of communication
through regular events and the Institute's web site.
Time on your hands? The IMF
would like to invite you to study
for one of our qualifications.
Email: [email protected]
for further details.
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