Advanced and Industrial Ceramics Market - Statifact
Market Definition
Advanced and industrial ceramics are inorganic and nonmetallic materials with valuable properties such as high strength-to-weight ratio, heat resistance, and low chemical, thermal, and electrical reactivity. They are made with various techniques and materials for a wide range of applications in industrial production processes. Industrial ceramics come in several forms, including alumina, steatite, zirconia, silicon carbide ceramic, and cordierite ceramic.
Structure
The advanced and industrial ceramics market is segmented into oxide, non-oxide, composite, glass, and other ceramics. By application, the market is segmented into medical, consumer goods, electronics, automotive, and others. Advanced and industrial ceramics are highly versatile and are used for thermal protection shields, exhaust and engine systems, turbine components, medical sensors, and implants. Global companies in the space include Elan Technology, Kyocera, CeramTec GmbH, 3M, Coorstek Inc., Saint-Gobain, Morgan Advanced Materials, Anderman Industrial Ceramics, Rauschert GmbH, CM Cera, Corning Incorporated, LSP Industrial Ceramics, Inc, Advanced Ceramics Manufacturing, Elkem ASA, TOTO, Superior Technical Ceramics, and International Syalons.
Additional Information
A growing need for lightweight materials across industries drives demand in the advanced and industrial ceramics market. A rise in the consumption of electronic goods and the need for uninterrupted connectivity has spurred significant growth in the industry. The solar energy industry provides a substantial opportunity for growth since these ceramics play a pivotal role in manufacturing equipment used by the industry, including solar panels, solar collectors, solar cells, and solar batteries.