ASM International IMAT/IFHTSE show in Cleveland, Ohio
The IMAT/IFHTSE show in Cleveland, Ohio (September 30 – October 3, 2024) has wrapped up, and it was refreshing to see how induction heat treatment is evolving from a materials perspective. It’s been seven years since CENOS™ Simulation Software’s first show at Heat Treat in Columbus, Ohio, in 2017, and being back in Ohio felt like coming full circle. So much has changed in the industry, and it’s clear that induction heating is expanding into new horizons. Not only driven by the growth of EVs, but also by new applications in batteries and even packaging.
IMAT is all about bringing together experts in materials and industry innovators across market sectors. This year, with a special focus on materials for energy storage, it highlighted the opportunities for collaboration to solve emerging challenges.
What really stood out to us is the collective drive to explore, experiment, and advance modern materials science. It’s a perfect platform that encourages forward-thinking applications in critical growth markets—and this year was no different.
Our CEO, Mihails Ščepanskis, and our Head of Sales, Emils Vjaters, were at the event, showcasing CENOS™ Simulation Software and connecting with both our existing and potential key accounts. Mihails summed it up well when he noted that while our company has matured and carved out its place in the market, the core induction-heating market in the U.S. hasn’t fundamentally changed since we last participated in the event in 2017.
Interestingly, we’re seeing new industries showing interest in induction heating. People from the battery sector, packaging, and even medical devices are starting to recognize the benefits of the simulation technology for efficient production involving metals—even in cases like thin aluminum foils used in batteries. The induction heating market is moving beyond its traditional automotive base, and it’s fascinating to witness the evolution.
“It’s exciting to see how induction heating is expanding beyond its traditional automotive roots,” said Mihails Ščepanskis, CEO of CENOS. “We are now seeing interest from new sectors like batteries, packaging, and medical devices, which shows how much potential there still is for this technology.”
