Wednesday, September 19, 2018

 Spunbond Nonwovens Market: Industry Growth Analysis by Application & End User


The Spunbond Nonwovens Market Global Industry Research Report  is expected to be valued at USD 10.73 Billion in 2017 and is likely to reach USD 16.00 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2017 to 2022.

The objectives of this study are:

To define, describe, and forecast the spunbond nonwovens market based on function, material type, end use, and region in terms of both volume and value

To strategically analyze micromarkets with respect to individual growth trends, prospects, and contribution to the total market

To analyze the opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide a competitive landscape of the market

To forecast the market size in terms of value with respect to key regions (along with countries), namely, Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America

To strategically profile key players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies

To analyze competitive developments such as expansions, investments, new product developments, and Research & Development (R&D) activities in the spunbond nonwovens market

Research Methodology:
The research methodology used to estimate and forecast the spunbond nonwovens market began with capturing data on key vendor revenues through secondary sources, such as Hoovers, Bloomberg, Chemical Weekly, Factiva, and various other government and private websites. The vendor offerings were taken into consideration to determine the market segmentation. After arriving at the overall market size, the total market was split into several segments and subsegments, which were later verified through primary research by conducting extensive interviews with key personnel, such as CEOs, VPs, directors, and executives. Data triangulation and market breakdown procedures were employed to complete the overall market engineering process and arrive at the exact statistics for all segments and subsegments of the market.

The spunbond nonwovens market has a diversified ecosystem of upstream players, including raw material suppliers, along with downstream stakeholders, vendors, end users, and government organizations. Companies operating in the spunbond nonwovens market include Schouw & Co. (Denmark), Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. (Japan), Johns Manville Corporation (US), Fitesa S.A. (Brazil), RadiciGroup SpA (Italy), Avgol Nonwovens (Israel), Kimberly-Clark Corporation (US), Berry Plastics Group, Inc. (US), Toray Industries, Inc. (Japan), Asahi Kasei Corporation (Japan), Pegas Nonwovens SA (Luxembourg), Kuraray Co., Ltd. (Japan), Kolon Industries, Inc. (South Korea), E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (US), and Mogul (Turkey), among others.

Friday, September 14, 2018

Thermoplastic Elastomers Market – Global Forecasts To 2022


The Thermoplastic Elastomers Market is projected to reach USD 28.27 billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2017 to 2022. Thermoplastic elastomers have properties of both, plastics as well as elastomers. They can be molded easily at room temperature by heating them.


The strategy of new product developments was the key strategy adopted by the leading players in the thermoplastic elastomers market between 2014 and 2016 to strengthen their position in the market. It was followed by the strategy of mergers & acquisitions. Some of the leading players operating in the thermoplastic elastomers market are Arkema SA (France), Asahi Kasei Corporation (China), Covestro AG (Germany), Evonik Industries AG (Germany), Kraton Corporation (U.S.), Lubrizol Corporation (U.S.), LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (Netherlands), PolyOne Corporation (U.S.), Sinopec Group (China), Teknor Apex Company (U.S.), The Dow Chemical Company (U.S.), and Tosoh Corporation (Japan). Besides new product developments, the companies operating in the thermoplastic elastomers market also adopted the strategies of mergers & acquisitions, expansions, joint ventures, and agreements to expand their product portfolios, strengthen their distribution networks, and extend their reach to their customers.

Teknor Apex Company has adopted various organic and inorganic growth strategies, which include new product developments, acquisitions, collaborations, and partnerships to enhance its position in the thermoplastic elastomers market. Teknor Apex has developed and launched thirteen new products in the thermoplastic elastomers market from February 2014 to February 2017. In September 2016, Teknor Apex collaborated with FGH Systems Inc. to develop material, equipment, tool, and mold technologies for high-volume extrusion blow molding of thermoplastic elastomers. In April 2016, Teknor Apex acquired Plastic-Technologie-Service (PTS), which is a thermoplastic elastomer manufacturer, and expanded its presence in the European region. Teknor Apex entered into a partnership with Gumdrop Ltd. in October 2016 to start a sustainability program for converting chewing gum wastes into raw materials used for manufacturing thermoplastic elastomers named as Gum-Tec.

Lubrizol Corporation developed and launched eight new products into the market between January 2015 and January 2016. It also adopted the strategies of acquisitions, agreements, and partnerships to strengthen its position in the thermoplastic elastomers market. The new products launched by the company cater to the requirements of various end-use industries such as footwear, automotive, filtration, apparel interlinings, textiles, sports goods, and packaging. In 2014, it acquired Vesta, which is a leading contract manufacturer of thermoplastic products used in the medical devices industry. This acquisition enabled Lubrizol to broaden its material and application portfolio.

Wednesday, September 12, 2018

Refrigerants Market Overview, Industry Outlook, Analysis and Research Report


The Refrigerants Market Global Industry was estimated at USD 14.49 Billion in 2017 and is projected to reach USD 18.05 Billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 4.5%
Rising end-use applications such as refrigerants, large-scale refrigerators, chillers, air conditioners, and heat pumps are driving the market for refrigerants. Along with these, the growing demand for consumer appliances and the cold chain market are also driving the market.


The global refrigerants market has a large number of market players; however the market is led by some of the major players, such as The Chemours Company (U.S.), Honeywell International Inc. (U.S.), Arkema S.A. (France), Dongyue Group Co. Ltd (China), Asahi Glass Co., Ltd. (Japan), Daikin Industries Ltd. (Japan), Sinochem Corporation (China), Mexichem S.A.B. de C.V. (Mexico), The Linde Group (Germany), and SRF Ltd. (India), among others.

Air conditioners application accounted for the largest share in 2016
The air conditioners segment is projected to be the largest market for refrigerants from 2017 to 2022, owing to its rapid growth in the Asia-Pacific. Factors such as rising disposable incomes; rising living standards; flexible government taxation policies; rapid technological advancements in products & product offerings, by major international and domestic players, at competitive prices; are a few of the major factors driving the market for the air conditioners application. These factors, along with upcoming infrastructure projects on transport networks, institutional sites, and residential projects are also expected to drive the refrigerants market in the air conditioner application.

Hydrocarbons are expected to be the fastest growing segment in the refrigerants market
The main reason for the high demand for hydrocarbons can be attributed to the increasing consumption of refrigeration and AC equipment, which are its largest applications. Additionally, the demand for fluorocarbon refrigerants is expected to decline in the near future mainly due to the required 100% phase-out of HCFC by 2040 and 85% phase-out of HFC by 2047, which is expected to lead to an increase in the demand for alternative refrigerants. Thus, the growth of inorganics and hydrocarbons is expected to remain high between 2017 and 2022.

Asia-Pacific was the largest refrigerants market in 2016
The Asia-Pacific is projected to be the largest market for refrigerants from 2017 to 2022. Factors contributing to market growth in this region are the rise in demand for consumer appliances in emerging countries, growing urbanization, and the growing cold chain market. These factors, along with upcoming infrastructure projects in energy, transport networks, institutional sites, and residential projects are expected to drive the refrigerants market across various applications in the region. Large-scale investments along with the increasing standards of living provide opportunities for infrastructure developments that are expected to lead to the high growth of the refrigerants market.


Thursday, September 6, 2018

Battery Recycling Market Overview, Global Industry Growth, Share and Forecasts Report to 2022


“The Battery Recycling Market Global Industry Research Report is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.5 % from 2017 to 2022”

The global battery recycling market is projected to reach USD 11.83 billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2017 to 2022. The major reasons for the growth of the battery recycling market include the increasing concern for environmental pollution and enforcement of stringent environmental regulations across regions. Since there are no any scientific disposal techniques, all spent batteries must be redirected to recyclers to prevent air pollution and soil contamination. The rising concerns about depleting earth metals and government initiatives to recycle batteries are also among the drivers for the battery recycling market globally.


“Based on chemistry, the lead acid battery segment is the largest segment of the battery recycling market”
The lead-acid battery chemistry segment led the battery recycling market in 2016. This chemistry segment is evolving as the most suitable battery type for recycling as it is the most commonly used battery and 99% of its lead content is recyclable. In addition, the recycling of lead-acid chemistry has been proved to be safe to the ecosystem. It is highly regulated and practiced at local, state, national, and international levels.

“Automotive batteries is the fastest-growing source segment in the global battery recycling market”
The automotive source segment is projected to witness the highest growth from 2017 to 2022. The rising use of automobiles and growing number of government regulations to recycle the batteries has fueled the global demand for battery recycling. The growth in demand for recycling of batteries is particularly high in the emerging regions such as Asia-Pacific for automobile batteries.

“Europe led the global battery recycling market in 2016”
Europe led the global battery recycling market in 2016. The battery recycling market in Europe is projected to witness the highest growth in the coming years. The growing output of spent batteries from various end-use sources, such as automotive, industrial, and consumer & electronic appliances is responsible for the growth of the Europe battery recycling market.
Profile break-up of primary participants for the report:
  • By Company Type: Tier 1 – 35%, Tier 2 – 35%, Tier 3 – 30%
  • By Designation: C level – 25%, Director level – 30%, Others1 – 45%
  • By Region: North America – 35%, Europe –24%, Asia-Pacific – 20%, Middle East & Africa-12%, South & Central America – 9%­

Others includes sales, marketing, and product managers

Furthermore, as a part of qualitative analysis, the research provides a comprehensive review of the major market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges. It also discusses competitive strategies adopted by key market players, such as Call2Recycle (U.S.), Johnson Controls Inc. (U.S.), and Exide Technologies Inc. (U.S.)

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Epoxy Curing Agents Market Global Industry Demand, Types, Analysis and Research Report 2017-2022


The Epoxy Curing Agents Market Global Industry Report is estimated to grow from USD 3.60 billion in 2017 to USD 5.02 billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 6.84% between 2017 and 2022.


Increasing demand in emerging countries in Asia-Pacific, high growth in end-use industries, and the shift in consumer preference toward high-quality standard products are expected to propel the growth of the epoxy curing agents market.

The report covers the epoxy curing agents market segmented on the basis of type, application, and region. The growing usage of epoxy resins in end-use industries, improved quality of products, and increased demand for durable products key factors expected to drive the market in the coming years. The growing demand from Asia-Pacific and MEA is driving companies to invest in these regions to increase their market share and geographical presence.

Based on application, the coatings segment is projected to lead the epoxy curing agents market, while the wind energy segment is projected to witness highest growth during the forecast period.

Based on type, the amine-based curing agent segment is expected to lead the epoxy curing agents market during the forecast period. Amine-based curing agents are preferred over other types, as these agents are more durable and chemical resistant. The major applications of amine-based curing agents include coatings, adhesives, composites, electrical & electronics, and construction, among others.

Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the largest market for epoxy curing agents, due to increased technological and infrastructural developments and consumer awareness in the region. Research institutions and various manufacturers are taking initiatives and making investments in R&D for the technological development of epoxy curing agents in terms of cost and durability, and to improve the properties of the epoxy curing agents for end-use applications.

Key market players are expected to adopt growth strategies such as investments & expansions, new product developments, mergers & acquisitions, and partnerships, agreements & joint ventures to achieve growth in the epoxy curing agents market in near future. There is a rising demand for epoxy curing agents in applications, including coatings, wind energy, composites, and adhesives, among other applications.

Tuesday, September 4, 2018

Concrete fiber market Global Industry Demand, Overview, Types and Research Report 2016-2021


The Concrete fiber market Global Industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.0% in terms of volume and 8.2% in terms of value, from 2016 to 2021.


The concrete fiber market is growing due to the increasing demand for concrete fiber in various end-use industries such as building & construction and transport infrastructure. High operating cost is restricting the growth of the market. High entry barriers for new players is a major challenge for the concrete fiber market.


Steel fiber reinforced concrete is the fastest-growing concrete fiber type. It is widely used in various construction and civil engineering applications such as industrial floors, pavements, tunneling, and highways-overlays. Steel fiber reinforced concrete has excellent tensile & flexural strength, shock & fatigue resistance, ductility, and high durability which enables it to provide concrete with enhanced toughness and post-crack load carrying capacity. Steel concrete fiber is used to provide strength to the concrete. It is widely used in manufacturing foundations and rebars. The leading companies manufacturing steel concrete fiber include Bekaert SA (Belgium), BASF SE (Germany), and Sika AG (Switzerland)

The mining & tunnel is the fastest-growing end-use industry segment of the global concrete fiber market. This is due to the increasing demand of concrete fibers in underground construction. Concrete fiber is used in tunnel lining and shafts, slope stabilization, and underground mines applications. Reinforcement is added to shotcrete to provide some pseudo-ductility as well as post-crack load bearing capacity, especially in high-deformation applications, such as those in the mining industry.

Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing market for concrete fiber, with countries such as China, India, Japan, South Korea, and others witnessing an increase in the demand for concrete fiber. Major global manufacturers are focusing on setting up distribution networks and R&D centers in this region. In Asia-Pacific, China has been the leading market having accounted for a share of 55.7% in 2015. There are many domestic players such are Reliance (India) and Ultratech Cement (India), which market and supply concrete fiber products globally. The growth in the Chinese market is driven by huge foreign investments in various concrete fiber end-use industries due to availability of low-cost labor and raw materials that are accessible at affordable prices.

Monday, September 3, 2018

Conductive Textiles Market- Global Industry Demand, Growth, Overview and Research Report 2016-2021


The Conductive textiles market Global Industry was valued at USD 1.02 billion in 2016 and is projected to reach USD 2.11 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 15.6% from 2016 to 2021.


Growing awareness about the advantages of conductive textiles, high demand from the military & defense sector, and growing smart fabrics market are key factors anticipated to drive the growth of the conductive textiles market in the near future. Parker Chomerics (U.S.), Toray Industries, Inc. (Korea), Laird PLC (U.K.), Seiren Co., Ltd. (Japan), Bekaert (Belgium), HITEK Electronic Materials Ltd. (U.S.), and AiQ Smart Clothing (Taiwan) are some of the leading players in this market.

Key market players have focused on the adoption of new product launches, technological enhancements, partnerships, and collaborations to cater to the demand for conductive textiles across various applications. The maximum number of developments in the global conductive textiles market was reported in 2016.

In October 2016, HITEK Electronic Materials Ltd. announced the arrival of a solution, which helps eliminate the restrictions faced by conductive fabrics. It has been a challenge for the industry to print directly on the fabric surface. The newly developed technique of printing is made using nanotechnology that does not affect the conductivity or performance of the fabric.

In February 2016, Parker Chomerics launched Therm-a-gap MCS30 that not only exhibits long-term thermal and physical reliability but also is resistant to thermal oxidation degradation. Therm-a-gap MCS30 is a series of low weight-loss, fully cured thermal filler pads for low deflection force applications with moderate thermal conductivity and high reliability.


In June 2014, AiQ partnered with Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. (Taiwan) and Broadcom Corporation (U.S.) to provide smart shirt wearable solutions for vital sign tracking systems. The Intelligent Sensor Shirt is integrated with conductive fibers that sense a wearer's heart rate, skin temperature, and breathing rate, and send it to a device on the sleeve. This gadget can easily pair with a tablet, phone, or other mobile devices via Bluetooth.

In February 2014, the Japanese firm NTT, a parent company of DoCoMo, collaborated with Toray Industries to develop a nanofiber-laced clothing with conductive fibers, and a wristband that monitors vital signs and transmits the information to smartphones.  


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