Market Trends

Pressure-Sensitive Tapes Market Helping Release Liner Market to Grow

April 7, 2015

The estimated global volume consumption of release liner was 43,984 million sq m in 2014, according to a new report.

Market Trends: Construction Chemicals Market is Building on Success

U.S. demand for construction chemicals like adhesives and grouts is expected to shift toward higher-value formulations and technologies.

April 1, 2015

Domestic demand for construction chemicals used in on-site applications is projected to grow 8.2% per year through 2018 to $12.1 billion, according to “Construction Chemicals,” a recent study from The Freedonia Group Inc.

Market Trends: Coatings Industry Continues to Evolve

The recent sharp drop in oil prices could force coatings prices lower if continued.

April 1, 2015

Kusumgar, Nerlfi & Growney recently announced it has begun its fifth “U.S. Paint & Coatings Industry” study. The industry is reportedly continuing its recovery from the global recession of 2008-2009.

Wind Power Becoming Increasingly Affordable

March 23, 2015

The Department of Energy (DOE) recently released a report examining the future of wind power through 2050.

Growing Manufacturing Activity in Developing Countries Driving Global Sealants Market

March 20, 2015

Growth in the sealants market is heavily reliant on economic health and macro-economic factors such as GDP growth.

Saudi Arabia Replaces India as Largest Defense Market

March 19, 2015

Saudi Arabia has replaced India as the largest defense market, according to a new study.

Wearable Devices Market Represents “Goldmine” of Opportunity

March 4, 2015

The wearable devices space is the next goldmine of opportunity for sensor manufacturers as profits shrink in the smartphone and tablet segments.

Market Trends: Automotive Industry Keeps Thermoplastic Elastomers Market Strong

About 40% of all TPE products consumed worldwide are used in the manufacturing of vehicles.

March 2, 2015

In the course of several product innovations, thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) are increasingly replacing standard plastics and conventional elastomers.