The rare earth metals market is divided by types, applications and geographical locations. Rare earth metals by types is a group of seventeen metals that include fifteen lanthanides. These fifteen lanthanides are praseodymium, neodymium, promethium, dysprosium, gadolinium, thulium, ytterbium, lanthanum, cerium, samarium, europium, holmium, terbium, erbium and lutetium with same chemical characteristics and the remaining two metals known as yttrium and scandium totaling seventeen rare earth metals.
With the advancement in the electronics and semiconductor industry, the home appliances sector is rapidly moving towards more energy efficient and high performance products. Similarly, growing development into the sensing devices for electronic appliances has further led to the emergence of various sensor-based intelligent home appliances.
This report analyzes the Europe hair brush market in terms of product type, end-use application, and geography. Based on product type, the market for hair brushes is segmented into paddle hair brush, radial/round hair brush, cushion hair brush, vented hair brush, and others (wide tooth brush, military hair brush, etc.). Similarly, on the basis of end-use application, the Europe hair brush market is further classified into human use (personal use and professional use) and animal use.
Flame resistant fabrics consumption has gradually increased in the market due to advanced technologies. Strict government regulations are another factor responsible for high demand of flame resistant fabrics in the market. The growing number of accidents in industries such as chemical, oil & gas and electrical & electronics have paved way for growth of flame resistant fabrics market.
With the rising advancement in 3D printing technology, the adoption of 3D printers is expected to increase substantially across different sectors. Additionally, high precision, speed and convenient manufacturing offered by 3D printing has already led to strong penetration of 3D printers across electronics, automotive and other industrial applications. This has led to strong demand for high performance 3D printing materials that offer higher flexibility, durability and stability.
The global thermal interface materials market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 12% during 2015 to 2022. The major factors driving the market are high demand of products in various end-users industries such as automotive electronics, telecom, industrial machinery, medical devices and consumer durables and others. Telecom and automotive electronics are the major end-user segments of thermal interface materials market. Telecom accounted as the largest application segment and automotive electronics accounted as the fastest growing application of global thermal interface materials market.
Growing demand for lightweight materials in the aviation industry has led to high demand aerospace plastics in the market. The lightweight of plastics have attracted manufacturers of the various end-user industries in the market. Lightweight plastics reduce fuel consumption, corrosion resistant and can be fabricated economically. These properties of lightweight plastics have created strong demand in the market for various applications in the aviation, marine, chemical and many other end-user industries. Aircrafts and its parts are made using heavy metals and aluminum.
Thermoforming is process of molding plastic sheet to desired shape using pliable temperature & pressure. Plastic sheets after molding is trimmed to form a usable product. Thermoformed plastics finds application in various food packing, appliances, healthcare products packaging, and in automobiles. Thermoforming plastics are preferred as the packaging material due to low cost and its aesthetic appearance of the products.
Rotomoulding is the process of moulding plastic without the application of pressure. It is one of the most popular process used for the manufacturing of plastic products made of variety of material such as Polyethylene including Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE), High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE), Low-Density Polyethylene (XLPE) and other material such as PVC Plastisols; Polycarbonate; Nylon; Polypropylene; Fluoropolymers and others. Market size and forecast of each material type is presented for the period 2015 to 2025 along with respective CAGR % for the forecast period 2017-2025.
This report titled “HDPE Pipes Market - Growth, Future Prospects, and Competitive Analysis, 2016 – 2024” offers strategic insights into the trends in HDPE pipes market along with the market size and forecast for the duration 2014 to 2024. The said research study incorporates in-depth analysis of multiple market segments based on applications and geographical distribution.
This report titled “Plastic Pallets Market - Growth, Future Prospects, and Competitive Analysis, 2017 – 2025” offers strategic insights into the trends in plastic pallets market along with the market size and forecast for the duration 2017 to 2025. The said research study incorporates in-depth analysis of multiple market segments based application and geographical distribution.
The demand for underground mining equipment market in Asia Pacific is greatly influenced by depleting surface mineral reserves and increasing number of mining activities in countries including China, Australia and India. According to a recent study released by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), China represents the world’s biggest consumer of primary materials including minerals and metal ores.
Spot welding refers to a form of resistance welding wherein two or more metal sheets are joined together by applying heat and pressure to the concerned area. This is achieved using copper alloy electrodes that apply pressure and deliver current (for heating) to the workpieces. In this process, welds are typically made at regular intervals on overlapping sheets of the metal so as to ensure uniform joining of the workpieces.
This report titled “Lignite Coal Market - Growth, Future Prospects, and Competitive Analysis, 2017 – 2025” offers strategic insights into the trends in Lignite Coal market along with the market size and forecast for the duration 2017 to 2025.
A decal paper is substrate that has printed on it a pattern or image that can be moved to another surface upon contact, usually with the aid of heat or water. There are various types of decal papers available in the market, such as laser decal paper, inkjet decal paper, tattoo decal paper, candle decal paper, wood decal paper, soap decal paper, etc. Decal paper has very long history and it is used in various applications such as, ceramics, glass, woodenwares, metals, crafts, toys, fishing rods & tackles, bicycles and motorbikes etc.
Oxygen enriched membranes possess properties such as better porosity, durability, permeability, selectivity and stability, which makes them a vital element in various industrial applications. The market is witnessing growth due to rise in demand for oxygen enriched membrane from various application areas.
Hairbrushes with various soft or rigid bristles are widely used by for hair maintenance across the world. Both men and women make use of various hair brushes for different applications such as styling, grooming, detangling and smoothening. In addition, other benefits such as better hair and scalp health and reduction of issues pertaining to dandruff have further fuelled the adoption of hair brushes among consumers.
Global quartz sand market is anticipated to witness high growth owing to increasing demand from various end use industries. Rapid growth in disposable income of the middle class fueling the demand for residential and commercial building, automobiles with in turn is driving the demand for glass, ceramic and other product. Further, increasing shale gas production in U.S. and Canada is also driving the demand for quartz sand over the forecast period (2017-2025)
Ammunition can be defined as the material which is fired, scattered, dropped or detonated by means of any weapon. These ammunitions can be in the form of bombs, rocket, shots, shrapnel, bullets and shells. The human race has a long history of wars and use of ammunition has been one of the key factors which have impacted a great many wars significantly from time to time.
Shrink films are made from polymer plastic film; plastic films are shrinked over the product to be packed with the application of heat through handheld heat gun. Common plastic materials used in shrink films are polyolefin, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), PETG (PET), oriented polystyrene (OPS) and polylactic acid (PLA). It is used in packaging of various beverages, electronic products, automotive, medicines, paper, textiles, etc. increasing demand from end use industries is projected to propel the demand for shrink film during the forecast period.
This report titled “Roofing Underlayment Market - Growth, Future Prospects, and Competitive Analysis, 2017 – 2025” offers strategic insights into the trends in the global roofing underlayment market along with the market size and forecast for the duration 2017 to 2025. The said research study incorporates in-depth analysis of multiple market segments based on product type, application, and geographical distribution.
Tin is a silver colored, soft metal. It has properties such as corrosion resistance, low roughness factor and low melting point. Tin is broadly used in a metal form with other metals in order to form alloys. It is used in different industries such as automobile, electronics, food & beverage packaging. Tin is one of the most important metals used in the manufacturing of consumer electronics.
Composite are formed with two or more materials that when combined, produce a new material with superior qualities that are significantly different to those found in the individual base materials. Traditionally, materials such as metals, aluminum alloys, plastics and others were being used for manufacturing an aircraft’s. However, owing to composite properties such as lightweight, low density, high toughness and rigidity, low carbon emission and so on, have replaced the traditional materials.
The global electronic adhesives market was valued at USD 4.69 billion in 2016. Electronic adhesives market is mainly driven by the increasing trend of miniaturization of mobile phones and tablets, which led to the increasing demand of smaller components; hence, resulted in growth of electronic adhesives market.
Aluminum is approximately 10%-40% lighter than steel. Aluminum helps the vehicle to enhanced acceleration, improved braking, and superior handling. The stiffness of aluminum offers instant and specific control. Aluminum has the capacity of energy absorption in vehicle’s front and back crumple, along with the light weight property it ensures the improved safety, as it can stop at a short distances, and prevent collisions.
The global rigid plastic packaging market was valued at USD 195.56 billion in 2016. Rigid plastic packaging market is mainly driven by the growth in demand from end-use industries and growing retail sector. The global rigid plastic packaging market has been segmented on the basis of resin type, type, end-use industry, and region.
Advanced materials play a vital role in boosting the fuel efficiency of new vehicles along with ensuring high performance and safety. Light weight vehicles require less energy in acceleration and also increase the vehicle efficiency than heavier vehicles and deliver 6%-8% lesser fuel consumption. Substituting cast iron and steel components with lightweight materials such as advanced high-strength steel (AHSS), aluminum alloys, magnesium alloys, plastics, and thermosetting composites help to reduce the overall weight of a vehicle's chassis and body by 50% which in turn helps to minimize the consumption of fuel.
Cement is a binding agent and a key ingredient in concrete and mortar, which is mainly used in construction industry. The demand for cement is strongly correlated to the rate of economic development. Cement manufacturing is the third largest energy consuming and CO2 emitting sector.
Global Advanced Materials Market Analysis
Advanced materials display traits of higher quality than traditional materials like steel and aluminum, comprising enhanced resistance to high temperatures, and enhanced durability and strength. Few of the advanced materials have the ability of altering composition, remembering shapes and reacting to climatic alterations. These advanced materials are utilized in microscopic robots production. These microscopic robots referred as nanobots are utilized in medical and engineering applications.
The variety of advanced materials that are produced comprises of polymers, gels, metals and ceramics. They are utilized in items of daily consumer use like non stick Teflon cookware as well as in some specific items. Carbon nanotubes also referred as the high quality materials for thermal conductivity are more resistant than steel and has ability to transmit the flow of electrons by conduction. In market, advanced materials are utilized in a broad collection of materials and tools that includes water resistant silicon carbide whiskers, lightweight aerospace application equipments and microelectronics equipments used in engineering instruments as well as for cutting tools.
Key Market Sections
Beneath the advanced materials market sector, the global biomaterials market was estimated to cross 42.4 billion US dollars in year 2012 as per market professionals. The industry is predicted to expand at an annual growth rate of 20.25% touching approximately about 125.10 billion dollar mark by end of year 2020.
Earnings from the electronic parts and semiconductor industry increased nearly about 9.5% in second financial quarter of year 2012, as compared to same quarter of year 2011 as per the reports from an authentic source. There are about 15000 dealers in USA who are involved in the electronic parts business with combined yearly profit of about 260 billion US dollars. About 60% of total income produced by the advanced materials market sector only covers 55 firms making it a focused market sector. Leading firms in this sector includes Arrow Electronics firm and Avnet firm.
As per the research studies from an authentic source, semiconductor device industry value was estimated to surpass 35.10 billion dollars mark in year 2013. The industry was driven by wafer processing and was forecasted to represent greater than 81% of the universal advanced materials market by the end of year 2013. Both the semiconductor material market and semiconductor device market are closely related. Yearly growth for semiconductor material industry was forecasted at just below 8% for three year period ending in 2013 but it should have crossed 305 billion US dollars.
Nanotechnology sector touches various industries and most notably among them are medical fields as well as production sector. The global carbon nanotubes grades industry sector was predicted to touch one billion dollar mark by end of year 2014. This industry displayed an impressive growth of about 60% during that year from the reports provided by an authentic & a reputed research firm the worldwide nanotechnology products industry was evaluated about 19.7 billion dollars in year 2012. This industry was predicted to expand at an annual rate of more than 11.2% by the end of five year period concluding in year 2017.
Geographical Market Share
The advanced materials market of China has been expanding at a rate of more than 22.40% yearly. The growth in the market is predicted to remain more than 20% in future. The advanced materials industry of China was evaluated at more than 24 billion US dollars in year 2012 combining photo electronic equipments, advanced batteries, nanomaterials and rare earth materials. The market is concentrating its efforts on standard techniques predicted to enhance the self sufficiency of advanced materials by about 72% by end of year 2017.
Industry Overview
Straightforward growth and expansion in the advanced materials industry cannot be projected as scientific breakthroughs in this industry mean continuous development or growth of new materials. This industry is dictated in components by the emerging requirements of other industries like aerospace industry, healthcare industry and defense industry. Its potential growth and expansion is thus connected to other industries. New materials that are being researched include amphiphilic materials, spintronics, superconductors and modernized engineering polymers.
The growth and expansion of biomaterials market will be assisted by modifications in rules encouraging new product research and higher price efficacy due to best performance of biomaterials items. Greater association between producers and dealers through mergers and acquisitions will also result in growth and expansion of the advanced materials market. Government expenditure on healthcare industry should equally motivate market growth and this growth depends upon the growth rate of the economic recovery of the market.
