A focus for surface engineering and finishing activities worldwide.
This is achieved through the fulfilment of the networking, technical, educational and professional needs at all levels.
Applied to individuals and companies involved in the manufacturing and coatings industry.
The IMF is there for the whole spectrum of needs from specifiers through manufacturers to applications.
Ask the Expert
The Institute of Materials Finishing is internationally recognised as the premiere source of expert knowledge
Join Us
The Institute of Materials Finishing has been protecting and developing the professional standing of its members
Education
Next enrolment dates for all courses:
Submit your applications by
23 May 2025 for start 6 June 2025
22 Aug 2025 for start 5 Sep 2025
2 Jan 2026 for start 16 Jan 2026
Consultancy: Sustaining Member Services
The Institute of Materials Finishing is internationally recognised as the premiere source of expert knowledge on all aspects of metal finishing, coating and surface engineering technologies. Support services include:
Technical advice may attract funding from the Manufacturing Advisory Service, a support service provide by BIS. If your enquiry needs substantial time commitment, then please be aware of this intervention mechanism that may provide free advice and a solution to meet your needs. The Institute also has a project management group which can help coordinate support across a range of issues from industrial and academic sources.
Education & Training
Technical training and skills development are central to the Institute’s mission:
Upskill your workforce with focused training to meet your company needs
Academic programmes to progress from foundation to advanced levels
Types of Membership
Support your industry through membership of the Institute. Join the professionals today!
Since 1925, The Institute of Materials Finishing has been protecting and developing the professional standing of its members, driving up industry standards, improving skills and competence that reinforce sector credibility.
Membership brings many benefits, which include:
Individual Membership
Gain professional recognition
Networking opportunities
Individual training programmes
Sustaining Membership
Raise your company profile and expand your business
Networking opportunities
In house and group training
Contact
Technical enquiries, REACH issues and other matters:
info@materialsfinishing.org
Membership enquiries, education and training issues and the submission of papers for Transactions:
membership@materialsfinishing.org
Phone
+44 (0) 121 622 7387
Birmingham
INSTITUTE OF MATERIALS FINISHING
New Exeter House
Unit 2, The Courtyard
Roman Way
Coleshill
Birmingham
B46 1HQ
Registered in England
No 498619 A