Discover 35 key facts about Smart Powder, one of the flagship projects of Uzbekistan Technological Metals Complex (TMK), driving Uzbekistan’s critical minerals industry to a new level.
GENERAL
- Smart Powder is TMK’s powder metallurgy components manufacturing facility.
- It is the first powder metallurgy plant in Central Asia.
- The project was established in 2025.
- Total investment amounts to USD 25.2 million.
- Annual production capacity is 50 million components.
- The first phase will create 47 new jobs.
- Production is based on the OEM manufacturing model.
TECHNOLOGY
8. The core manufacturing technology is Press & Sinter (MPP).
9. High-pressure powder compaction.
10. Modern sintering furnaces.
11. Controlled atmosphere system.
12. High-precision calibration.
13. Dimensional inspection laboratory.
14.Digital production monitoring.
15. Quality control based on ISO and IATF 16949 standards.
16. Automated manufacturing processes.
17. Minimal material waste.
18. Energy-efficient production.
PRODUCTS
19. High-precision components for the automotive industry.
20. Precision engine components.
21. Valve Guides.
22. Valve Seats.
23. Shock absorber components.
24. Components with complex geometries.
25. Finished products manufactured from locally sourced raw materials.
STRATEGIC ADVANTAGES
26. Localization of 8 product types.
27. Import-substituting products.
28. Technology transfer from the Republic of Korea.
29. Technology partner — Korea Powder Metallurgy Co., Ltd.
30. Export markets: South Korea, Iran, and Malaysia.
31. Specialized training programs in South Korea.
32. Expansion of the product portfolio to more than 50 products.
33. Aiming to become a Tier-1 supplier for the automotive industry.
34. High value-added manufacturing.
35. Central Asia's first high-tech powder metallurgy manufacturing hub.
