Ceramic Coating: For Better Finishing of Industrial and Automotive Parts

Growing necessity for automobiles with improved thermal resistance and anti-corrosive properties is anticipated to stimulate the demand for ceramic coating. Automobile components coated with ceramic offer better finishing as compared to the ones coated with wax. These coatings can handle extreme environmental conditions and provide protection from corrosion, wear, and tear, when applied on metallic surfaces. Major application variants of ceramic coatings are aerospace, energy, automotive, industrial components, and healthcare.

New Surface Coated Brakes to Offer Strength and Dust Resistance

The automobile industry is the major consumer of ceramic coating as these coatings offer high resistance from heat, abrasion, and corrosion. Moreover, these coatings provide a better finishing as comparison to wax, which is likely to impel its demand in the automobile segment. Considering these effective properties of ceramic coating, most manufacturing companies are using it in various applications.

For instance, Porsche recently announced its new version of brakes. The uniqueness of these brakes is that its iron rotors are coated with an ultra-hard layer of tungsten carbide. Equal proportion of tungsten and carbon atoms creates this chemical compound, which is harder than steel. Knowing the fact, company used it as a surface coating on brakes to prevent them from abrasion.

Market Insights

The global ceramic coating market is likely to reach USD 13.1 billion by 2025, according to a report by Grand View Research, Inc. High demand for thermal and abrasion resistance in automobile parts and many industrial components can stimulate market growth. These coatings help protect metal equipment from corrosion and abrasion, which is anticipated to fuel market growth in the coming years.

Growing adoption of nanotechnology and increasing disposable income are also anticipated to propel market growth in the years to come. Some of the prominent companies in the market are Bodycote PLC; Praxair Surface Technologies, Inc.; Keronite Group Ltd.; E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company; and Ultramet, Inc.

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Conductive Textiles to Revolutionize Healthcare

Conductive textiles are clothing capable of electrical conductivity between the garment and a portable device. Also referred to as e-textiles or smart textiles, they are usually made from intrinsically conductive polymers and paired with electronic conductive elements, such as gold and titanium. Fabrics used in these textiles include cotton, wool, polyester, and nylon. The miniaturization of electronic components and growing trend of wearable devices are expected to create a niche for smart textiles.

Military & Defense: The Largest Consumer of Conductive Textiles

Major end-users of conductive textiles include sports and fitness, healthcare, and military and defense. The military and defense and healthcare sectors were the biggest end-users in 2016. This can be attributed to the heat and chemical resistant nature of these textiles. Technological advances in these textiles allow the users to monitor their health with the help of a smartphone application. Ohamatex, a manufacturer of smart textiles, has created a stocking capable of detecting edema in patients.

The smart shirt by Vexatec, possesses the inherent capability of recording vital health parameters, such as heart rate and blood pressure. The sports and fitness application segment is predicted to register the fastest CAGR of 17.9% over the forecast period (from 2018 to 2025) due to increasing demand of smart clothing from athletes and health enthusiasts. Increasing health consciousness can also be credited to the purported growth rate.

Market Overview

The global conductive textiles market is projected to reach at USD 4.29 billion by 2025, expanding at a CAGR of 16.4% from 2018 to 2025, according to insights found in a report by Grand View Research, Inc. Applications in military and healthcare sectors are anticipated to stimulate market growth by 2025. Increasing consumer awareness regarding smart clothing and technological advances driven by government funds are also expected to fuel market development. Some of the key companies in this market include The 3M Company, Statex Produktions & Vertriebs GmbH, NV Bekaert SA, and Holland Shielding Systems BV.

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Advanced Antifreeze Products to Enhance Automotive Protection

Made from ethylene glycol or propylene glycol, antifreeze is a green or yellow liquid that is used in vehicles to protect engines from freezing under low temperatures and adverse climatic conditions. It is also used in aerospace sector and in industrial heat transfer and cooling systems. Organic Acid Technology (OAT), Inorganic Acid Technology Antifreeze (IAT), and Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) are the major antifreeze technologies.

OAT Technology to Witness Maximum Demand

In the coming years, OAT is expected to gain the maximum share owing to availability of decomposable and eco-friendly inorganic salts and acids. Extended drain interval of OAT is also likely to increase its demand in advanced antifreeze products. Companies in this field invest more in R&D to expand their business.

For instance, U.K.-based Exol recently announced a new range of lubricants for heavy duty and passenger vehicles. The new range includes Antifreeze SOAT (Lilac), Antifreeze OAT (Red) and Antifreeze OAT Universal (Clear), Antifreeze HD (Green), and Antifreeze HDX (Blue). The entire range is based on advanced OAT inhibitor technology and fulfill the growing needs of advanced vehicle cooling systems.

Market Overview

The global antifreeze market is likely to value USD 8.76 billion by 2025, according to a report by Grand View Research, Inc. High demand for passenger cars and Lightweight Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) is likely to impel growth of this market in the coming years. Reducing size of automobile engines due to increasing adoption of nanotechnology can also drive the market. Growing necessity for protecting vehicles from adverse climatic conditions using advanced coolants would have a positive impact on the market expansion.

Rising concerns regarding automotive engines and protecting radiators from overheating, freezing, and corrosion can fuel market demand. Improving standards of living owing to rising disposable income levels is likely to stimulate market growth during the forecast period (from 2018 to 2025). Some of the prominent companies operating in the antifreeze market are Exxon Mobil Corp., Chevron Corp., BP PLC, Royal Dutch Shell PLC, and BASF SE.

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Graphene Nanoplatelets to Amplify Product Strength and Resistance

Growing necessity for strong, efficient yet lightweight raw materials in the manufacturing of different products is anticipated to propel demand for graphene nanoplatelets. Major applications variants of graphene nanoplatelets are energy and power, composites, and conductive inks and coatings. Produced by carbon nanotube manufacturers, this material can be derived from chemical vapor deposition.

New Composite to offer Fire Resistance in Textiles

In the coming years, composites segment is depicted to generate the maximum revenue owing to excellent thermal, mechanical, and electrical properties of graphene. Graphene nanoplatelets-based composites are expected to witness a significant demand from the construction and automotive industries owing to their effective properties. To cater to the rising demand, most manufacturing companies are joining hands with various R&D institutes to introduce better products.

For Instance, Directa Plus recently unveiled its new composition, Graphene Plus (G+), based on graphene nanoplatelets offering fire resistance. The company also announced that the new composite received U.S. patent and can be used in textile manufacturing. The unique flame-retardant property of G+ is beneficial for manufacturers that use toxic chemicals to add fire resistance to their textiles, such as motorsports wear and work wear for emergency services.

Market Insights

The global graphene nanoplatelets market is likely to value USD 206.0 million by 2025, according to a report by Grand View Research, Inc. Rising adoption of environment-friendly, lightweight, and strong products can impel growth of this market. Increasing demand for advanced composites and coating materials in the manufacturing of structural components in aircrafts is likely to stimulate market growth. Growing adoption of graphene nanoplatelets as fillers in polymer matrices can also drive the market.

Outstanding strength and unique platelet morphology of the product is anticipated to spur market demand in the next few years. Preferable mechanical and functional properties over conventional carbon-based raw materials are also expected to fuel market growth. Some of the prominent companies operating in the graphene nanoplatelets market are ACS Materials LLC; XG Sciences, Inc.; Angstron Materials Inc; CVD Equipment Corporation; and Group NanoXplore Inc.

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Increasing Demand for Lightweight Materials is Projected to Boost Aerospace & Defense Materials Market Growth

The global aerospace & defense materials market size is estimated to reach USD 27.44 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc., exhibiting a CAGR of 4.3% during the forecast period. Increasing demand for lightweight materials in order to reduce the weight and increase fuel efficiency of an aircraft is projected to boost market growth.

The aerospace & defense materials market exhibits low competitive rivalry due to limited number of players offering suitable products to aircraft manufacturers. Moreover, aircraft manufacturers prefer to enter in long-term supply agreements with reliable material suppliers, thereby further reducing the competitive rivalry.

Price of materials, such as aluminum, is influenced by growing exports of products from China. Furthermore, spiraling demand for aluminum due to dynamic growth of the building & construction industry in developing economies is poised to have a notable impact on prices.

Air Transport Association (ATA) introduced emission policy options in 2010 to reduce aircraft emissions in order to protect the environment. This has encouraged aircraft manufacturing companies to incorporate lightweight materials into structure to reduce overall weight and increase fuel efficiency.

Industry participants in North America and Europe are anticipated to face disruptive competition due to emerging players in Asia, especially China and Japan, which are offering comparatively low-cost material solutions. Material manufacturers are investing significantly in research & development to provide high strength and lightweight materials at competitive costs.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

·       Composites are likely to register the highest growth of 4.2% from 2018 to 2025, owing to their superior characteristics such as lightweight, high strength, and ability to withstand impact

·       Commercial aircraft is expected to be valued at USD 16.20 billion by 2025, owing to increasing demand from developing economies coupled with rising use of alloys and composites in aircraft construction

·       Aero structure was the largest aircraft part segment in terms of revenue in 2017. It is estimated to witness a noteworthy CAGR of 4.9% over the forecast period owing to growing use of composites by manufacturers

·       North America was the leading revenue contributor in the market, representing more than 50.0% in 2017, owing to presence of major aircraft and component manufacturers in the region

·       Major companies in the market focus on mergers & acquisitions in order to expand their business and technological capabilities. Hexcel Corporation acquired aerospace & defense business of Oxford Performance Materials in December 2017 in order to expand its portfolio in additive manufacturing for aerospace & defense component manufacturing

Grand View Research has segmented the global aerospace & defense materials market on the basis of product, aircraft part, aircraft type, and region:

Aerospace & Defense Materials Product Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)

·       Aluminum

·       Titanium

·       Composites

·       Superalloys

·       Steel

·       Plastics

·       Others

Aerospace & Defense Materials Application Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)

·       Aero structure

·       Components

·       Cabin Interiors

·       Propulsion System

·       Equipment, System, & Support

·       Satellites

·       Construction & Insulation Components

Aerospace & Defense Materials Aircraft Type Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)

·       Commercial

·       Business & General Aviation

·       Military

·       Others

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Webbing Market: Demand for Passenger Vehicles Globally is key Factor Triggering Market Growth

The global webbing market size is anticipated to reach USD 4.94 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc., registering a 6.9% CAGR during the forecast period. Rising production of automotive vehicles and demand for passenger vehicles globally are key factors triggering market growth.

Nylon-based webbing is commonly used in all automotive belt applications due to high elasticity of the material. Polyester webbings are used in racing cars as they provide improved elasticity and strength under load. Continued application of the product in the automotive sector is anticipated to be a crucial driver for market growth. Global passenger vehicle production increased by nearly 4.9% from 2015 to 2016. Therefore, growth in automotive vehicle production is likely to positively influence product demand over the forecast period.

Webbings are strong fabrics woven in the form of a tube or a flat strip. They are made of nylon, polypropylene, ultra-high-molecular-weight-polyethylene, para-aramid synthetic fiber, polyester, carbon fiber, cotton, and jute.Some of the major manufacturers of webbing are E. Oppermann GmbH; American Cord & Webbing Co., Inc. (ACW Co., Inc.); Belt-tech, Narrowtex Australia Pty Ltd.; National Webbing Products; Murdock Webbing Company, Inc.; and Bally Ribbon Mills.

In recent years, the webbing market has witnessed increasing prominence of Chinese vendors. These vendors are capitalizing on domestic demand in China due to increased government spending on automotive, aerospace, and transport infrastructure. Manufacturers in the country have grown at an exponential rate, investing robustly in expansion of factory facilities. Therefore, increasing prominence of Chinese vendors is likely to further intensify competition in the global webbing market.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

·       The global webbing market is expected to reach 826.0 kilotons by 2025 at a CAGR of 5.9% from 2017 to 2025. Product demand is driven by increasing application in the automotive sector

·       In terms of revenue, the global market was pegged at an estimated USD 2.70 billion in 2016 owing to rising automotive production worldwide

·       By application, the automotive sector dominated the market with a share of around 33.0% in 2016

·       In terms of volume, the U.S. webbing market is anticipated to reach nearly 104.9 kilotons by 2025

·       Asia Pacific is projected to witness a revenue-based CAGR of 7.8% from 2017 to 2025 owing to large number of automotive manufacturers in the region

·       The market is highly competitive in nature and fragmented with the presence of global and regional players.

Grand View Research has segmented the global webbing market on the basis of product, application:

Webbing Product Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)

·       Polyester

·       Nylon

·       Polypropylene

·       Carbon Fibers

·       p-Aramid Fibers

·       UHMWPE

·       Others

Webbing Application Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2014 - 2025)

·       Automotive

·       Sporting Goods

·       Industrial

·       Military

·       Others

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 About Grand View Research

Grand View Research, Inc. is a U.S. based market research and consulting company, registered in the State of California and headquartered in San Francisco. The company provides syndicated research reports, customized research reports, and consulting services. To help clients make informed business decisions, the company offers market intelligence studies ensuring relevant and fact-based research across a range of industries including technology, chemicals, materials, healthcare and energy.

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