Application:

Net-Shape HIP Can

The problem

Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) is a powerful process that produces fully dense, high-integrity metal and ceramic components — ideal for advanced applications where performance and reliability are critical. Its success depends entirely on the canister that contains the powder during the cycle.

Conventional sheet-welded HIP cans are often limited by:

  • Poor conformity to complex geometries
  • Risk of weld failure and gas leaks
  • High cost and lead time due to fabrication and inspection

Any inconsistency in the can compromises the integrity of the final part.

Our solution: 

Ultima Forma's electroformed HIP cans are built from nickel, copper, iron or nickel-cobalt, seamlessly shaped to match the component's geometry without welding or seams.

We simulate the HIP process using advanced CAE modelling to ensure shape precision and mechanical consistency—so you get the properties you need with minimal post-processing to save time, cost and material wastage.

These canisters deliver:

  • High dimensional accuracy for near-net shape designs
  • Leak-tight seals and dense, uniform walls
  • Custom geometry with complex contours or fine features
  • High compatibility with advanced and reactive powders

We eliminate common issues found in welded or machined containers by producing seamless, tailor-made structures optimized for HIP environments.

Why it is better:

  • Faster delivery — no welds means fewer fabrication steps and a shorter path from design to part
  • Lower cost potential — near-net shape design reduces powder use, post-machining, and waste
  • Greater design freedom — electroforming supports complex, high-integrity geometries where casting or machining fall short
  • Reliable performance — no welds and uniform deformation reduce failure risk during HIP
  • Ready to scale — our robotic electroforming line ensures consistent quality across production volume

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