Member Benefits
A multifaceted approach to help shape your career!
IMS, the International Metallographic Society, was established in 1967, but has roots back to the Manhattan Project. IMS members are involved in the examination, analysis, characterization, structure, and evaluation of metals and other materials. By joining, members have access to this close-knit network of metallographers, failure analysts, and microstructure experts.
If you’re involved with the fabrication, performance, behavior, analysis, or evaluation of materials, then you need to join IMS.
ASM Handbook, Volume 9
Online access to ASM Handbook, Volume 9: Metallography and Microstructures, this handbook is recommended for anyone who specifies, performs, monitors, evaluates, or uses metallurgical analysis for production QC, research, or educational training. Important updates reflecting the substantial changes in automation, equipment, consumable products, and preparation methodology, as well as new metals, alloys and manufacturing technologies that have emerged since 1985.
Online Journals
As an IMS Member you receive full text online access to the Metallography, Microstructure & Analysis Journal which is focused specifically on the interpretation of microstructures and its relation to properties and environmental behavior.
As an ASM member you receive full text online access to two of the most respected journals in the materials field – Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A&B – as well as 20 other highly respected Springer-owned journals.
Member pricing is also available for other ASM journal subscriptions.
Desk Editions Online
Find authoritative answers on properties, processing, analysis, and testing, including access to the Materials Handbook and Engineered Materials Handbook. Member pricing is also available for other ASM Handbook subscriptions.
Sliplines eNews
SlipLines eNews is a monthly newsletter that provides metallography information and news to over 5,800 IMS members and customers who are involved in the art and science of metallography and materials characterization. Each issue covers topics of interest to metallographers such as articles on microscopy; technical notes on new techniques, etchants, and unusual microstructures; product and equipment related news; IMS activities and events and much more.
Advanced Materials & Processes
Advanced Materials & Processes (AM&P) is the flagship publication from ASM International and covers topics like: Leading-edge developments and trends in engineering materials, including metals and alloys, engineering polymers, advanced ceramics, and composites; as well as the methods used to select, process, fabricate, test, and characterize them. Includes AM&P eNews letter.
ASM Connect
ASM Connect is a platform that unites peers to share experiences, solve challenges, and discuss new technologies. Discover communities to enrich your experience and expand your knowledge. Connect with fellow members through the membership directory.
Career Center
The ASM Career Center is designed to meet the needs of both job seekers and employers in the materials science and engineering field. The ASM Career Center offers job seekers several features, including free and confidential resume posting, customized job alerts, and the saving of jobs for later review.
Networking and Local Chapters
Local Chapters and Affiliate Society provide networking, service, and professional learning opportunities for our members around the world. Local events, courses, and meetings provide opportunities to network and develop lifelong professional relationships.
Exclusive Member Rates
Learning new skills is paramount for personal and professional growth. ASM offers convenient, accredited learning options to fit your schedule.
Gain connections to authoritative answers on properties, processing, analysis and testing, as well as images, databases, charts, diagrams and evaluations to help you solve your materials problems and improve performance through our reference publications and the ASM Handbook series.
Staying current is the key to staying relevant! ASM Conferences and Expositions cover the latest developments and trends in industries like heat treating, thermal spray, failure analysis, shape memory alloys, aerospace, materials sustainability and more.
Volunteer Opportunities
Enhance your experience and take an active role with ASM. Join an existing committee, present at an upcoming event, form a new technical committee or contribute at your local chapter. Each volunteer contribution helps shape the ASM of tomorrow.
Other Opportunities for Saving
ASM International has established partnerships with leading companies to provide a special ASM member discount for their services, including business software, car rentals, insurance, credit cards, publications, and shipping. Remember to identify yourself as an ASM member when you take advantage of these offers.
