Showing posts with label coatings. Show all posts
Showing posts with label coatings. Show all posts

Thursday, 12 May 2022

Top Market Leader - Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) & Spray-on Insulation (SOI) Coatings Market


The global CUI & SOI coatings market size is projected to grow from USD 1.9 billion in 2022 to USD 2.3 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period. The growing demand for CUI & SOI coatings from end-use industries, such as marine; oil & gas, and petrochemical; energy & power; and others, drives the CUI & SOI coatings market. Demand for these coatings is encouraged by many companies to formulate various developmental strategies in the CUI & SOI coatings market to increase their footprint in the growing market. The companies have adopted various strategies, such as investment, expansion, partnership, collaboration, and new product development to increase their global presence and maintain sustained growth in the CUI & SOI coatings market.

CUI & SOI coatings find major applications in marine; oil & gas, and petrochemical; energy & power, etc. The oil & gas, and petrochemical industry accounted for the major share of the CUI & SOI coatings market in 2021. The major share is due to the high volumes of CUI & SOI coatings used in the oil & gas & petrochemical industry. The oil fields development in the South China Sea and the growing investments in the oil & gas industry in China, Japan, Indonesia, India, and other countries are projected to drive the demand for CUI & SOI coatings.

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The CUI & SOI coatings market in the Asia Pacific is projected to register a higher CAGR, in terms of value, between 2022 and 2027. The growth in the region is ascribed to the growing oil & gas, and petrochemical; marine; energy & power industries. The rapid growth of emerging economies in the region makes Asia Pacific an alluring market for CUI & SOI coatings manufacturers.

There are various players operating in the CUI & SOI coatings market. The major market players include Akzo Nobel N.V. (Netherlands), PPG Industries, Inc., (US), Jotun A/S (Norway), The Sherwin-Williams Company (US), Hempel A/S (Denmark), Kansai Paint Co., Ltd (Japan), Nippon Paint Co., Ltd. (Japan), and RPM International Inc (US). The developmental strategies adopted by major players are partnership & collaboration, new product launches, investments, and expansion to increase share in the market.

Akzo Nobel accounted for the major share in the global CUI & SOI coatings market. The company operates in different segments such as decorative paints, performance coatings, and specialty chemicals. The company has its presence in many countries in Europe, North America, APAC, South America, and the Middle East. The company carries out its business activities in 80+ countries across the globe. It has a strong product portfolio. Also, there are 548 offices and manufacturing sites across the world. The company focuses on various organic and inorganic strategies to increase its global presence. It has leveraged its strong financial background and distribution network to expand its business across Europe and various countries across the globe. This will drive the growth of the company and also its CUI & SOI coatings business, globally. 

  • In June 2021, The company announced the acquisition of Colombia-based paints and coatings company Grupo Orbis.
  • In November 2019, AkzoNobel opened a research and innovation hub at its site in Felling, Gateshead, UK, with an investment for product testing in simulations of the world’s most extreme environments.
PPG Industries has the second-largest share in the CUI & SOI coatings market. The company is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial and automotive coatings to various manufacturing companies. The company also manufacturers adhesives & sealants for the automotive industry, metal pretreatments & related chemicals for industrial applications, and packaging coatings for aerosol, food, and beverage container manufacturers. The company’s latest coating systems have proven protection from corrosion under insulation, high temperatures, and fire; PPG Industries has business operations in more than 70 countries across the globe. The company is focusing on organic and inorganic growth strategies, which will enable it to increase its global presence and revenue.

  • In February 2020, PPG collaborated with Dow on Sustainable Future Program to reduce carbon impacts. The partnership focuses on advances in anti-corrosion coating products for steel designed to deliver reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through increased energy efficiency while helping to lessen the high maintenance costs of steel infrastructure.
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Tuesday, 29 March 2022

Akzo Nobel (Netherlands) and PPG (US) are the Leading Players in the Fire-resistant Coatings Market


The fire-resistant coating market was USD 975 million in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 1,125 million by 2026, at a CAGR of 3.5%. Europe accounted for the largest share of the market. It is projected to reach USD 490 million by 2026, at a CAGR of 3.0%, between 2021 and 2026. The growing building & construction sector in the region is projected to drive the market. Due to stringent government regulations and fire safety norms in developed regions, fire-resistant coatings have become an indispensable part of the buildings & construction industry as well as the oil & gas, chemical, and other industries wherein the chances of fire hazards are high.

The fire-resistant coating is applied to surfaces to protect them against fire and to reduce the loss incurred due to fire hazards in buildings & construction as well as in the manufacturing sector. Industrially, intumescent coating and cementitious coatings are applied on the surface of steel, wood, plastics, and other materials to evade the propagation of fire and to maintain structural integrity by resisting fire, which, in turn, helps to save lives and minimize the damage. The selection of fire-resistant coatings depends on construction types, fire safety norms, international building standards and regulations, and potential fire. These coatings are used in commercial and residential buildings and industrial applications. They are also used for exterior and interior steel applications, walls, and steel frameworks.

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The leading players in the fire-resistant coating market include Akzo Nobel (Netherlands), PPG (US), Jotun (Norway), Sherwin-Williams (US), and Hempel (Denmark). The key industry players are adopting strategies to expand their presence and enhance their product portfolio through investments in R&D.

Due to the rise in the number of fire accidents at residential, public places, and workplaces, the number of deaths and damage to assets is also increasing. In view of this, end-users are increasingly adopting safety measures to protect people and property. Governmental agencies are also making rules regarding the addition of fire-resistant coatings in buildings to reduce these fire accidents.

AkzoNobel N.V., AkzoNobel is engaged in the manufacturing and sales of paint and coating products. It operates its business through two major segments⎯Decorative Coatings and Performance Coatings. The company has over 28 manufacturing facilities and has sales activities in more than 150 countries across the globe. The Performance Coatings segment is divided into marine and protective coatings, automotive and specialty coatings, industrial coatings, and powder coatings. Under the protective coatings sub-segment, the company offers intumescent coating products, i.e., passive fire resistance coating products under the trademarks “Interchar” and “Chartek.” The company offers 23 types of passive fire protection coatings products for building & construction, oil & gas, and other industrial applications.

PPG Industries, Inc., PPG Industries is a global supplier of paints, coatings, optical products, and specialty materials. It serves customers in industrial, consumer products, transportation, and construction markets. PPG has headquarters in Pittsburgh. The company has 156 manufacturing facilities worldwide. It caters to North America, South America, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company has two major segments: Performance Coatings and Industrial Coatings. Performance coating is further segmented into Automotive Refinish Coatings, Aerospace Coatings, Protective and Marine Coatings, and Architectural Coatings. Fire-resistant coating comes under the Protective and Marine Coatings segment.

Companies have initiated the following developments:
  • In May 2020, Hempel A/s has begun the construction of a new factory in Yantai Chemical Industrial Park, China. The plant will have a production capacity of more than 100,000 tons per year and will be inaugurated by 2021.
  • In December 2019, The Sherwin-Williams Company announced the opening of a new 4,200-square-feet store in Alexandria Bay, New York, US.
  • In July 2019, The Sherwin-Williams Company opened a new store in Florida, US.
  • In September 2020, Etex Group had acquired the UK-based passive fire protection company named FSi Limited, having a production facility in Measham, East Midlands, and a distribution center in London.
  • In August 2019, the Sherwin-Williams Company acquired the business and assets of Dresdner Lackfabrik Novatic (Germany) in Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic.
  • In May 2019, Teknos Group acquired the Czech Republic-based Finnproduct, a distributor, to expand its customer base to the domestic market
  • In March 2019, AkzoNobel N.V. launched a new fire protection coating system for the wooden building façade, which got approved in Europe.
  • In February 2020, Teknos Group launched intumescent paint, “TEKNOSAFE 2407,” for the building and construction industry.
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High-Performance Fluoropolymers Market Driver: High growth in end-use industries


The high-performance fluoropolymer (HPF) market is projected to grow from USD 3.7 billion in 2021 to USD 5.1 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period. The growth of the high-performance fluoropolymers industry can be attributed to its high demand from various end-use industry and growing demand from renewables.

The transportation (automotive and aerospace), electrical & electronics, industrial processing, and medical industries extensively use HPF due to their advantages over other polymers and versatile properties. These industries are growing rapidly, which is boosting the demand for HPF. High heat resistance, low weight, high dimensional stability, and good chemical resistance are increasing the demand for HPF in the automotive industry. HPF are used in various parts of engines to improve the performance and durability of vehicles. They are used to manufacture different interior and exterior components in the automotive and aerospace sectors. The growth opportunities of the HPF market in the automotive industry are primarily linked to lower emissions and increased fuel efficiency. In the aerospace industry, it is important to use a material, which is fire-retardant and emits low smoke and toxic gases. The various applications in this industry require HPF that can withstand aggressive application conditions under a broad range of temperatures. In aerospace engineering, lightweight materials are highly used, and thus, the aerospace industry is dependent on HPF that have the perfect combination low weight; temperature, flame, abrasion, and chemical resistance; and flexibility, and non-leaching capabilities.

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Effective dielectric property, biocompatibility, and lubricity of HPF are leading the way for their adoption in medical surgeries and other procedures. HPF are used in the production of multi-lumen tubing, which is required for the manufacturing of minimally-invasive devices. Because of high-resistance toward chemicals and heat, they are used in implants for the hip, ear, skull, nose, and knee parts. The growing use of HPF in various applications, such as catheters, syringes, sutures, and bio-containment vessels, is driving the market. Some industries are entirely dependent on HPF, for instance, the semiconductor industry. This is because a fluoropolymer is the only material that can hold and transport the chemicals used in the semiconductor production process.

APAC is expected to be the fastest-growing market for HPF, owing to the presence of large manufacturing and highly populated countries, such as China and India. China, India, Japan, Indonesia, and South Korea are some of the key countries in the HPF market in this region. In 2020, China accounted for the largest share of the APAC market, owing to the presence of huge chemical, automotive, medical, and electronics industries. The growing production of automobiles, consumer households, medical disposables, and their increasing demand across the region boosts the demand for HPF. Growth in the manufacturing of automobiles and electronics hardware across the region is expected to grow further with changing demographics. Owing to which APAC is projected to be the fastest-growing HPF market.

The Chemours Company (US), Daikin Industries (Japan), 3M (US), Solvay (Belgium), AGC, Inc. (Japan), The Dongyue Group (China), GFL Limited (India), Fluoroseals SpA (Italy), Halopolymer (Russia), and Hubei Everflon polymer (China) are a few active players in the HPF market.

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Tuesday, 5 October 2021

Polyurethane Additives Market Driver: Increasing demand for innovative and cost-effective additives


The polyurethane additives market size is projected to reach USD 4.5 billion by 2025 at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2020. The demand for polyurethane additives market is increasing, owing to the growing demand for innovative and cost-effective additives.

Flexible polyurethane foam is an important material finding usages in mattresses, furniture cushioning, bedding, carpet underlay, automotive interiors, etc. These being highly cellular polymers are easily ignitable. This characteristic limits their greater use in areas that require them to pass certain fire regulations as fire hazards are associated with the use of these polymeric materials, which can cause loss of life and property, are of particular concern among government regulatory bodies, consumers, and manufacturers alike. This further drives the demand for innovating new additives such as flame retardants to reduce the flammability of polyurethanes. A large range of flame retardants such as inorganic phosphorus, organophosphorus, nitrogen, halogen, and phosphorus-halogen based compounds are used to meet the demand for the required additives.

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On the basis of end-use industry, the automotive & transportation segment is estimated to lead the overall polyurethane additives market in 2020.

Polyurethanes are used in various parts of an automobile. In addition to the foam that makes car seats comfortable, bumpers, interior “headline” ceiling sections, the car body, spoilers, doors and windows all use polyurethanes. Polyurethane enables manufacturers to provide drivers and passengers significantly more automobile mileage by reducing weight and increasing fuel economy, comfort, corrosion resistance, insulation, and sound absorption.

On the basis of application, the foams segment is estimated to lead the polyurethane additives market in 2020.

Polyurethane foams are manufactured by reacting polyols and isocyanates in the presence of a blowing agent and an amine catalyst. The blowing agent is carbon dioxide, which is formed as a by-product of the reaction between water and isocyanate. The amine catalyst is known to accelerate the reaction. Polyurethane foams are of two types, namely rigid polyurethane foam and flexible polyurethane foam. Foams offer various properties such as comfort and insulating properties when used in various industries such as automotive and building & construction, which is driving the market.

On the basis of region, APAC is estimated to lead the polyurethane additives market in 2020.

APAC is projected to be the fastest-growing market for polyurethane additives. The rising population, increased demand for automobiles, growing disposable income, rapid industrialization, and increased urbanization are driving the APAC polyurethane additives market. China is the largest market for polyurethane additives in the region. China is also a major producer and consumer of polyurethane additives in the region as it has a huge manufacturing base. Apart from China, India and South Korea are projected to grow at a decent rate during the forecast period.

The key players in the non-phthalate plasticizers market include Evonik Industries (Germany), BASF (Germany), Huntsman Corporation (US), Covestro (Germany), Dow Inc. (US), Lanxess AG (Germany), lbemarle Corporation (US), Tosoh Corporation (Japan), Momentive (US), and BYK (US). These players have established a strong foothold in the market by adopting strategies, such as expansion and new product launch.

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Friday, 6 August 2021

BASF SE (Germany) and Dow Inc., (US) are Leading Players in the Polyurethane Additives Market


The polyurethane additives market size is projected to reach USD 4.5 billion by 2025 at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2020. The demand for polyurethane additives market is increasing, owing to the growing demand for innovative and cost-effective additives.

APAC is projected to be the fastest-growing market for polyurethane additives. The rising population, increased demand for automobiles, growing disposable income, rapid industrialization, and increased urbanization are driving the APAC polyurethane additives market. China is the largest market for polyurethane additives in the region. China is also a major producer and consumer of polyurethane additives in the region as it has a huge manufacturing base. Apart from China, India and South Korea are projected to grow at a decent rate during the forecast period.

The increase in demand for polyurethane additives and the growing construction industry in the emerging economies, such as APAC and South America, are driving the market. The key players in the polyurethane additives market include Evonik Industries (Germany), BASF (Germany), Huntsman Corporation (US), Covestro (Germany), Dow Inc. (US), Lanxess AG (Germany), Albemarle Corporation (US), Tosoh Corporation (Japan), Momentive (US), BYK (US). The polyurethane additives market report analyzes the key growth strategies, such as expansion and new product launch, adopted by the leading market players between 2015 and 2020.

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BASF SE (Germany) is among the key players in the polyurethane additive market. The company adopted the strategies of expansion to strengthen its competitiveness in the global polyurethane additives market. For instance, in April 2019, the Company has increased the production capacity of alkylethanolamines (AEOA) by 20% at its Verbund site in Ludwigshafen, Germany. This would increase the company’s global annual production capacity to more than 110,000 metric tons. The versatile AEOA is used for various applications, including for manufacturing of polyurethane additives. This strategy will help the company to serve its customers better.

Dow Inc., (US) is one of the leading manufacturers of polyurethane additives. The company adopted new product launch as one of its key business strategies. For instance, in June 2020, the Company launched new silicone additives under the VORASURF brand namely, VORASURF RF 5374 Additive, VORASURF 5382 Additive, and VORASURF RF 5388 Additive. These additives are developed in order to support more sustainable polyurethane foams in the cold chain applications. This strategy has helped the company to expand its existing product portfolio.

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Monday, 14 September 2020

Polyurethane Additives Market worth $4.5 billion by 2025


The global polyurethane additives market is projected to grow from USD 3.7 billion in 2020 to USD 4.5 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 4.2%. The demand for polyurethane additives in emerging economies, such as APAC and South America, is increasing owing to the growing construction industry. The volatility in raw material prices and the recyclability of polyurethanes is hindering the polyurethane additives market. The demand for polyurethane additives is increasing, owing to the growing demand for innovative and cost-effective additives. This increase in demand for bio-based polyurethane additives provides growth opportunities to the market. On the other hand, the increasing regulatory pressure towards the usage of bio-based products is the major challenges for the market.

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Automotive & transportation segment is estimated to lead the overall polyurethane additives market

Polyurethanes are used in various parts of an automobile. In addition to the foam that makes car seats comfortable, bumpers, interior “headline” ceiling sections, the car body, spoilers, doors and windows all use polyurethanes. Polyurethane enables manufacturers to provide drivers and passengers significantly more automobile mileage by reducing weight and increasing fuel economy, comfort, corrosion resistance, insulation, and sound absorption.

Foams segment is estimated to lead the polyurethane additives market

Polyurethane foams are manufactured by reacting polyols and isocyanates in the presence of a blowing agent and an amine catalyst. The blowing agent is carbon dioxide, which is formed as a by-product of the reaction between water and isocyanate. The amine catalyst is known to accelerate the reaction. Polyurethane foams are of two types, namely rigid polyurethane foam and flexible polyurethane foam. Foams offer various properties such as comfort and insulating properties when used in various industries such as automotive and building & construction, which is driving the market.

APAC is projected to be the fastest-growing market for polyurethane additives. The rising population, increased demand for automobiles, growing disposable income, rapid industrialization, and increased urbanization are driving the APAC polyurethane additives market. China is the largest market for polyurethane additives in the region. China is also a major producer and consumer of polyurethane additives in the region as it has a huge manufacturing base. Apart from China, India and South Korea are projected to grow at a decent rate during the forecast period.

The key players in the non-phthalate plasticizers market include Evonik Industries (Germany), BASF (Germany), Huntsman Corporation (US), Covestro (Germany), Dow Inc. (US), Lanxess AG (Germany), lbemarle Corporation (US), Tosoh Corporation (Japan), Momentive (US), and BYK (US). These players have established a strong foothold in the market by adopting strategies, such as expansion and new product launch.

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Sunday, 12 July 2020

Attractive opportunities in the Polymer Modified Cementitious Coatings Market


The polymer modified cementitious coatings market in 2020 is estimated at USD 1.1 billion and is projected to reach USD 1.5 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2020 to 2025. The growth of this market can be attributed to the increasing demand for polymer modified cementitious coatings from the residential buildings sector. In addition, government initiatives to support infrastructural developments in the Asia Pacific region are anticipated to drive the growth of the polymer modified cementitious coatings market. Furthermore, outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic is anticipated to hamper the consumption of polymer modified cementitious coatings which affects the market growth.

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The acrylic polymers segment is estimated to lead the polymer modified cementitious coatings market in 2020, due to the rising demand due to increasing use of acrylic-based polymer modified cementitious coatings in residential buildings applications. Further, acrylic-based polymer modified cementitious coatings are low in alkali content, fast-setting, and high strength properties. These are also used for patching small cracks, holes, honeycombs, and surface defects over half-inch in depth. They are used in waterproofing floors, columns, beams, slabs, loading docks, and precast walls. They are also used for the protection of concrete structures from vapor, chloride ions, acidic gas, and alkali attacks.

The growth of the residential buildings segment can be attributed to the increasing use of polymer modified cementitious coatings in various residential applications, such as exterior walls, driveways & sidewalks, and floorings. Furthermore, the growth of the real estate market in emerging countries of Asia Pacific and the Middle East & Africa has contributed to the growth of the polymer modified cementitious coatings market in the residential buildings segment.

The polymer modified cementitious coatings market in the Asia Pacific region is projected to grow at the highest CAGR between 2020 and 2025. China, India, and Japan together accounted for the major share of the Asia Pacific polymer modified cementitious coatings market in 2019. The Asia Pacific region is an emerging and lucrative market for polymer modified cementitious coatings, owing to industrial development and improving economic conditions. This region constitutes approximately 60% of the world’s population, and thus leads to the wide-scale use of polymer modified cementitious coatings for waterproofing applications in residential and non-residential buildings, and public infrastructure. Outbreak of COVID-19 from China and the impact of coronavirus in Japan, South Korea, Autralia, and India has caused a decrease in the consumption of polymer modified The polymer modified cementitious coatings market in the Asia Pacific region is projected to grow at the highest CAGR between 2020 and 2025. China, India, and Japan together accounted for the major share of the Asia Pacific polymer modified cementitious coatings market in 2019. The Asia Pacific region is an emerging and lucrative market for polymer modified cementitious coatings, owing to industrial development and improving economic conditions. This region constitutes approximately 60% of the world’s population, and thus leads to the wide-scale use of polymer modified cementitious coatings for waterproofing applications in residential and non-residential buildings, and public infrastructure. Outbreak of COVID-19 from China and the impact of coronavirus in Japan, South Korea, Autralia, and India has caused a decrease in the consumption of polymer modified cementitious coatings.

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Tuesday, 19 May 2020

Asia Pacific to lead the glass flake coatings market due to growth in the shipbuilding and chemical manufacturing industries

Glass flake coatings are advanced coatings with improved corrosion and abrasion resistance, and strong impermeability barrier resistance for chemicals and solvents. Glass flake coatings provide superior protection to steel and concrete substrates in the marine, oil & gas, chemical & petrochemical, power plants, and paper & pulp industries. The global glass flake coatings market size is estimated at USD 1.44 Billion in 2017 and is projected to reach USD 1.80 Billion by 2022, growing at a CAGR of 4.48%.
The Asia Pacific region is expected to be the largest market for glass flake coatings mainly due to the rapidly-growing economies of China and India in the region. Manufacturers of glass flake coatings are targeting this region as the shipbuilding and chemical industries in the region are the largest. The China glass flake coating market has grown rapidly in recent years and is projected to witness high growth in the near future, due to a large number of established shipbuilding and chemical industries in the country. Countries such as India, Indonesia, and Australia are making significant developments in marine and chemical & petrochemical projects, which is anticipated to propel the growth of the glass flake coatings market in these countries.
This, along with the low cost of production and availability of cheap labor, has caused various chemical companies in the market to shift their production bases to the Asia Pacific region. Also, the global shipbuilding industry, a major end-user of epoxy-based glass flake coatings, is led by Asia Pacific—particularly by China, South Korea, and Japan due to the presence of the top five shipbuilding groups in the region.
The increase in global trading has forced the marine industry to invest in various shipbuilding projects. These projects have increased the demand for novel coating solutions for the protection of marine vessels and structures from corrosion, fouling, abrasion, salt water, air, and UV degradation.  Glass flake coatings reduce the effects of the abrasive & corrosive environments steel substrates are mostly used in, thereby increasing their durability.
Key Target Audience:
  • Manufacturers of glass flake coatings
  • Raw material suppliers
  • End-users of glass flake coatings, such as the oil & gas, marine, and chemical & petrochemical industries
  • Traders, distributors, and suppliers of glass flake coatings
  • Regional manufacturer associations and various general coatings associations
  • Governments, investment banks, venture capitalists, and private equity firms
Key manufacturers of glass flake coatings include Akzo Nobel (Netherlands), PPG Industries (US), Jotun (Norway), Hempel (Denmark), Chugoku Marine (Japan), The Sherwin-Williams Company (US),  KCC Corporation (South Korea), Nippon Paint (Japan), Kansai Paint (Japan), and RPM International (US).

Wednesday, 7 August 2019

Acrylics and epoxy, the largest types of conformal coatings

Conformal coatings are available in various types such as, acrylics, epoxy, urethane, silicone, parylene, and others. The acrylics segment accounted for the largest market share, in terms of volume as well as value, followed by epoxy. Acrylic conformal coatings accounted for the largest share due to their inexpensive nature and easy-to-apply properties. The rising demand of environmental friendly or volatile organic compounds (VOCs)-free conformal coatings in countries such as Germany and France is expected to drive this market. New products such as Certonal FC-742 and Never Wet are gaining attention, which are likely to enhance the utilization and application areas of conformal coatings.
The market is driven by increasing demand for conformal coatings in emerging markets and high demand from the electronics, aerospace & defense, automotive & transportation, industrial, and marine industries. Asia-Pacific is projected to witness s strong growth in the future. Growth in this region can be attributed to high demand from emerging markets such as China and India.
Conformal coatings find applications in the following industries: automotive & transportation, manufacturing Industries, aerospace & defense, electronics, and marine industry. The electronics industry is estimated to be the largest end-use industry of conformal coatings. The growing electronic industry and the need for conformal coatings on PCBs for better performance in vulnerable environments have been the key drivers for the dominance of the electronic industry in the conformal coating market.
The global conformal coatings market is estimated to reach USD 12.28 Billion by 2021, registering a CAGR of 4.7%. The market is driven by increasing demand for conformal coatings in emerging markets and high demand from printed circuit boards in electronics and automotive & transportation industries. Conformal coatings have unique properties, such as high resistance to dust, moisture, salts, corrosion, high temperature, and humidity and they increase the reliability of electronic equipment by 3 to 5 years.
The report Conformal Coatings Market by Type (Acrylics, Epoxy, Urethane, Silicone, Parylene, and Others), by End-Use Industry (Automotive & Transportation, Electronics, Aerospace & Defense, Industrial, Marine, and Others), by Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America) – Global Trends & Forecasts to 2021“.

Non-Biodegradable Plastics to Lead Bioplastics & Biopolymers Market During Forecast Period

In recent years, there has been a growing awareness that the use of non-biodegradable plastics is leading to large amounts of plastic waste ...