Tag: Sensors & Controls

Advanced Process Control Market Size Worth $24.9 Billion By 2025

The global advanced process control market size is expected to reach USD 24.9 billion by 2025, registering a CAGR of 9.2% over the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is expected to witness considerable growth across the globe owing to the growing emphasis of several end use industries on the improvement and optimization of the production process. Advanced process control solutions enable organizations to significantly improve the accuracy of product testing, enhance quality, and reduce error.

As companies seek ways of improving the quality of their products and reduce the cost of operations to be able to maintain their competitive edge, the demand for advanced process control systems is likely to continue to rise in the near future. Furthermore, the increasing adoption of advanced process control systems across industries such as nuclear power, chemical, and semiconductor is encouraging APC companies to invest in research and development activities to develop systems with enhanced capabilities. These factors are anticipated to further propel the growth of the global market over the forecast period.

APC is a software-based closed-loop feedback-based process control system that helps increase productivity, minimize waste, and improve quality assurance under real-world operating conditions. By enabling the easy deployment of technologies such as model predictive control and advanced computing systems in the processing and manufacturing sectors, the use of APCs has enabled companies to increase the affordability of products. Moreover, APC systems also aid in lead time reduction to decrease the operational cost associated with it.

Additionally, APCs have a significant demand in the oil and gas sector and are used for optimization and control of a variety of processes. The steady expansion of the chemical industry is also anticipated to drive the adoption of APCs over the forecast period to stabilize industrial operations and optimize plant performance by minimizing the fluctuations of key process variables. Increasing competition has compelled process industries to adopt advanced process control systems to bring about an improvement in economic performance to maintain their competitive edge. However, the need for high initial investments could restrain the growth of the APC market to a certain extent over the forecast period.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

  • In terms of product type, the hardware segment is anticipated to witness high CAGR over the forecast period. This can be attributed to the increasing adoption and deployment of advanced process control systems in various verticals such as nuclear power plants, petrochemicals, oil and gas upstream, downstream, and processing operations
  • Of the key end use segments covered in the report, the energy and power segment is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period. This can be attributed to the significant adoption of advanced process control systems in nuclear power plants and other alternative sources of power generation
  • The Asia Pacific APC market is anticipated to witness high CAGR over the forecast period owing to robust industrialization in countries such as China and India and the higher adoption rate of advanced process control systems in several industries
  • The APC market is oligopolistic and is dominated by companies such as Schneider Electric, Siemens, Rudolph Technologies, Aspen Technology, Inc., Emerson Electric Co., ABB, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, Panasonic Corporation, Rockwell Automation, Inc., and Honeywell International Inc. Collectively, these companies account for nearly 80% of the market
  • Leading Advanced Process Control (APC) market players are in the process of acquiring small startups for technological advantage, provision of better services, and regional expansion.

Distributed Fiber Optic Sensor Market Size Worth $1.87 Billion By 2025

The global distributed fiber optic sensor market size is anticipated to reach USD 1.87 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is expected to expand at a CAGR of 10.8% from 2019 to 2025. Factors such as significant demand from the civil engineering vertical and rising adoption in the oil and gas sector are projected to substantially boost the market growth. Fiber optics can withstand rough handling, such as in pipes, streams, and reactors, where manual inspection is not feasible. Furthermore, they help in structural health monitoring at dangerous workplaces and can also be used for border security purposes to prevent intrusion. Thus, the capability of Distributed Fiber Optic Sensors (DFOS) to work in challenging environment is another factor propelling the growth.

Increasing demand for sophisticated infrastructure coupled with rising per capita income is predicted to lead to industrial automation, urban mobility, and growth in high-end residential projects. Governments from around the world focus on conserving their existing infrastructure and developing new projects. They are under constant pressure to provide the necessary infrastructure, amenities, and connectivity to people. This has enabled increased spending on road, railway, and dam construction projects. This rapid growth in the advanced civil engineering is expected to boost the distributed fiber optic sensor market.

The rapid adoption of DFOS has encouraged investments in R&D activities by manufacturers and suppliers to launch new products. They are also focusing on optimizing their production process and regulating efficiency to curb all other alternatives of the fiber optics technology. Due to the high price of production and installation processes of DFOS products, the manufacturers are developing competitively priced optic inspection products that are more reliable. However, factors such as technological complexities and other challenges incurring in optical inspection process are hampering the market growth.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

  • Temperature sensing application segment is expected to continue leading in terms of market size over the forecast period. Temperature sensors find application in oil and gas and civil engineering segments
  • Suppliers and manufacturers of fiber optic equipment are looking to achieving higher bandwidth, 100 GBPS, by undertaking intense research activities
  • North America dominated the global market in 2018 and is projected to account for the largest market share in terms of revenue in the forthcoming years
  • Growing demand for DFOS equipment can be attributed to the ever-growing demand for efficient and optimized processes, across enterprises and manufacturing sectors
  • Key market participants include Halliburton, Schlumberger Limited, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, OFS Fitel, LLC, Qinetiq Group PLC, Omnisens SA, Brugg Kable AG, Luna Innovations Incorporated, and AP Sensing GmbH

Pet Wearable Market Size Worth $4.6 Billion By 2027

The global pet wearable market size is estimated to reach USD 4.6 billion by 2027, registering a CAGR of 14.3% over the forecast period, according to a study conducted by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing concerns toward companion animals’ health and wellbeing, coupled with rising pet humanization and population, is anticipated to be the key factor driving the growth of the market over the forecast period. In addition, increasing expenditure on pet consumables and rising demand for identification and tracking devices are some of the key factors driving the market growth.

According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), the expenditure on companion animals in U.S. is expected to be USD 72.1 billion in 2018. Several advancements in technology is expected to lead to an increased demand for these wearables over the forecast period. Wearables are capable of continuously tracking health-related parameters such as body temperature, calorie intake, and Heart Rate Variability (HRV). Moreover, sensor technology is integrated into wearable devices to monitor and measure health metrics such as heart rate and respiration levels. It also enables pet owners to check disease symptoms, store medical records in the cloud, and set goals and reminders.

Moreover, growing reliance on pets for companionship, mental wellbeing, fitness, and entertainment has led to an increased spending on companion animals. The availability of advanced technology-based devices to monitor health by gathering vital information is expected to drive the pet wearable market growth. Furthermore, increasing adoption of companion animals in emerging economies such as India and China would offer several opportunities for market growth in the Asia Pacific region over the forecast period. On the other hand, North America dominated the global market in 2019 owing to the increasing awareness of the importance of pet health. Moreover, high penetration of fitness and activity monitoring devices and increased spending on companion animals is anticipated to drive the regional market growth.

Key industry players include Allflex USA Inc.; Avid Identification Systems, Inc.; Datamars; Fitbark; Garmin Ltd., Intervet Inc.; Invisible Fence; and Konectera Inc. Key players in the market focus on research and development activities to develop innovative products to expand their product offerings. In addition, companies adopt strategies such as collaborations, expansions, and acquisitions to strengthen their position in the global market.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

  • The RFID segment dominated the market with a share of 39.9% in 2019, as RFID technology is considered more accurate and reliable, and helps authenticate products and store information
  • The identification and tracking segment dominated the market in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 2.8 billion by 2027 as tracking wearable devices can play a significant role in finding lost or stolen pets
  • The Asia Pacific pet wearable market is estimated to register the highest CAGR of over 17.0% from 2020 to 2027 owing to increasing awareness regarding pet fitness and health in countries such as India and Australia
  • Key industry players include PetPace LLC; Whistle Labs, Inc.; Tractive; Garmin International, Inc.; and FitBark.

Fire Safety Equipment Market Size Worth $105.92 Billion By 2025

The global fire safety equipment market size is expected to reach USD 105.92 billion by 2025 at a CAGR of 8.8% over the forecast period, according to a study conducted by Grand View Research, Inc. Strict government regulations and mandates concerning workplace safety are expected to be the key factors driving the market. Increasing awareness about the benefits of installing fire safety and security equipment and demand for state-of-the-art fire protection equipment are also expected to fuel the market growth.

Transition towards the installation of technologically advanced fire detection systems, and eco-friendly fire suppression agents is also expected to support the market development over the forecast period. Advent of smart fire suppression and detection systems, proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) for the wireless integration of such systems, enforcement of various safety and building codes, and increasing fire safety expenditure by enterprises are several other factors responsible for market growth.

Increasing accidents and loss of property owing to fire breakouts has alarmed the need for installation of smart systems, such as wireless sensor networks, across the industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. Therefore, regulatory bodies across various countries are framing new regulations focusing on mandating the installation of fire protection systems. For instance, in U.S., fire sprinkler systems are mandatory for hostel premises. North America led the market in 2018 and is expected to continue the dominance over the forecast period. Rapid growth of the construction industry in Canada and U.S. is driving the demand for fire safety equipment.

Increasing automation in buildings and preference for smart homes along with rising demand from the mining and manufacturing industries in the region is expected to bolster the demand further. Asia Pacific is expected to exhibit the highest CAGR over the forecast period. Growing need for mass transportation, such as airport security, including intelligent transportation systems, due to rapid industrialization and urbanization in emerging economies like India, China, and Japan, is anticipated to offer lucrative growth opportunities for the market.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

  • Fire detection segment is expected to lead the market owing to the advent of advanced technology, such as wireless detection and wireless networking, thus reducing the installation costs
  • Fire detectors is expected to lead the fire detection segment with a CAGR of 8.3% from 2019 to 2025 due to stringent government regulations across different countries
  • Smoke detectors will dominate the fire detectors segment on account of their increasing usage in commercial buildings since they are cost-effective and have a longer lifespan
  • Industrial sector led the fire suppression market in 2018. Oil & gas and mining industries are highly prone to fire accidents due to involvement of flammable materials; thus, account for the maximum demand for suppression systems
  • North America led the global market in 2018 and is expected to continue the dominance over the forecast period due to stringent fire safety regulations and rapid infrastructural developments
  • Prominent companies in the fire safety equipment market include Bosch GmbH; Eaton Corp., Inc.; United Technologies Corp.; Honeywell International, Inc.; and Johnson Controls International plc

Pet Wearable Market Size Worth $4.6 Billion By 2027

The global pet wearable market size is estimated to reach USD 4.6 billion by 2027, registering a CAGR of 14.3% over the forecast period, according to a study conducted by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing concerns toward companion animals’ health and wellbeing, coupled with rising pet humanization and population, is anticipated to be the key factor driving the growth of the market over the forecast period. In addition, increasing expenditure on pet consumables and rising demand for identification and tracking devices are some of the key factors driving the market growth.

According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), the expenditure on companion animals in U.S. is expected to be USD 72.1 billion in 2018. Several advancements in technology is expected to lead to an increased demand for these wearables over the forecast period. Wearables are capable of continuously tracking health-related parameters such as body temperature, calorie intake, and Heart Rate Variability (HRV). Moreover, sensor technology is integrated into wearable devices to monitor and measure health metrics such as heart rate and respiration levels. It also enables pet owners to check disease symptoms, store medical records in the cloud, and set goals and reminders.

Moreover, growing reliance on pets for companionship, mental wellbeing, fitness, and entertainment has led to an increased spending on companion animals. The availability of advanced technology-based devices to monitor health by gathering vital information is expected to drive the pet wearable market growth. Furthermore, increasing adoption of companion animals in emerging economies such as India and China would offer several opportunities for market growth in the Asia Pacific region over the forecast period. On the other hand, North America dominated the global market in 2019 owing to the increasing awareness of the importance of pet health. Moreover, high penetration of fitness and activity monitoring devices and increased spending on companion animals is anticipated to drive the regional market growth.

Key industry players include Allflex USA Inc.; Avid Identification Systems, Inc.; Datamars; Fitbark; Garmin Ltd., Intervet Inc.; Invisible Fence; and Konectera Inc. Key players in the market focus on research and development activities to develop innovative products to expand their product offerings. In addition, companies adopt strategies such as collaborations, expansions, and acquisitions to strengthen their position in the global market.

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https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/pet-wearable-market

Further key findings from the study suggest:

  • The RFID segment dominated the market with a share of 39.9% in 2019, as RFID technology is considered more accurate and reliable, and helps authenticate products and store information
  • The identification and tracking segment dominated the market in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 2.8 billion by 2027 as tracking wearable devices can play a significant role in finding lost or stolen pets
  • The Asia Pacific pet wearable market is estimated to register the highest CAGR of over 17.0% from 2020 to 2027 owing to increasing awareness regarding pet fitness and health in countries such as India and Australia
  • Key industry players include PetPace LLC; Whistle Labs, Inc.; Tractive; Garmin International, Inc.; and FitBark.

CMOS Image Sensors Market Size Worth $10.17 Billion By 2020

The global CMOS image sensors market size was valued at USD 7.21 billion in 2013 and is likely to be worth USD 10.17 billion by 2020. Increasing demand for handheld equipment such as tablets and smartphones has initiated the development of smart sensing approaches with remote diagnostic and monitoring capability.

Global market was 1,601.8 million units in 2013 and is anticipated to reach 2,643.4 million units, growing at a CAGR of 7.5% by from 2014 to 2020. The industry has observed tremendous growth over the past few years owing to the growth of its application industries, particularly medical and automotive. In addition, technological innovations leading to the evolution of refined sensing technology are expected to drive growth.

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Dexterity to manufacture smaller pixel devices and provide high resolution with cost effective approach is expected to be one of the primary factors driving growth. Rising demand for computation and communication equipment has led to a growing need to develop upgraded processes for better optical administration. The requirement for on-chip integration and focal plane processing are still on improvement phase.

Consumer electronics was the largest application accounting for over 50% of the total market revenue in 2013. These sensors are widely used in numerous consumer electronic devices including entertainment devices, home appliances, communication products, and information technology. The CMOS image sensors market for consumer electronics is likely to grow at a CAGR of 3.3% from 2014 to 2020.

With an increasing focus on research & development, sensing equipments have become smaller, cheaper, and more power-efficient, which serves as a gratifying opportunity for industry players. This is particularly beneficial to the healthcare industry as these products help in improving diagnostics and provide appropriate treatments that rely on this technology. Medical applications are anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 9.9% from 2014 to 2020.

Multimedia-enabled equipment provides more benefits with more data safety over the internet. The application of sensing devices for indoor navigation, health monitoring, and related niche segments is anticipated to offer prominent growth opportunity for prosperity of this market. These gadgets are predominantly used in the U.S., however, the market is anticipated to witness significant gains in emerging economies such as China, India, and Brazil.

North America CMOS image sensors market exceeded 30% of the total revenue share in 2013. Focus on technological advancement coupled with high adoption rate of new technologies and gadgets have resulted in established of a large market in the region. However, the market has reached its maturity phase and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 4.1% from 2014 to 2020.

Asia Pacific is expected to witness significant gains over the forecast period at a CAGR of 6.6% from 2014 to 2020. The market was valued at USD 2.37 billion in 2012. Availability of large number of semiconductor manufacturers in Asia Pacific, especially in Japan, China and Korea, is projected to bolster market growth in this region. Presence of cheap labor and establishment of production facilities by foreign organizations are anticipated to favorably affect industry growth in this region. Growing demand for latest gadgets owing to increase in disposable income of consumers is anticipated boost market growth to reach an estimated value of USD 3.95 billion by 2020.

Key players include OmniVision Technologies, Sony Corporation, Canon Inc., and Samsung Electronics. Sony Corporation and Samsung Electronics are projected to dominate the CMOS image sensors market in the near future. Companies are constantly engaging in research & development to introduce innovative products in the market.

Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. has announced its new 8-megapixel R-W-B sensing device based on ISOCELL and NFC integrated circuit technology with advanced frequency performance.In March 2015, OmniVision Technologies Inc. launched the OV8865, a CMOS image sensor positioned on OmniBSI-2 pixel planning. It is utilized in high speed photography with low power consumption application. Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. introduced a 280-megapixel APC-C image sensor, which employs advanced 65-nanometer and illuminated pixel technology to implement energy-efficiency and better picture aspect.

Distributed Fiber Optic Sensor Market Size Worth $1.87 Billion By 2025

The global distributed fiber optic sensor market size is anticipated to reach USD 1.87 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is expected to expand at a CAGR of 10.8% from 2019 to 2025. Factors such as significant demand from the civil engineering vertical and rising adoption in the oil and gas sector are projected to substantially boost the market growth. Fiber optics can withstand rough handling, such as in pipes, streams, and reactors, where manual inspection is not feasible. Furthermore, they help in structural health monitoring at dangerous workplaces and can also be used for border security purposes to prevent intrusion. Thus, the capability of Distributed Fiber Optic Sensors (DFOS) to work in challenging environment is another factor propelling the growth.

Increasing demand for sophisticated infrastructure coupled with rising per capita income is predicted to lead to industrial automation, urban mobility, and growth in high-end residential projects. Governments from around the world focus on conserving their existing infrastructure and developing new projects. They are under constant pressure to provide the necessary infrastructure, amenities, and connectivity to people. This has enabled increased spending on road, railway, and dam construction projects. This rapid growth in the advanced civil engineering is expected to boost the distributed fiber optic sensor market.

The rapid adoption of DFOS has encouraged investments in R&D activities by manufacturers and suppliers to launch new products. They are also focusing on optimizing their production process and regulating efficiency to curb all other alternatives of the fiber optics technology. Due to the high price of production and installation processes of DFOS products, the manufacturers are developing competitively priced optic inspection products that are more reliable. However, factors such as technological complexities and other challenges incurring in optical inspection process are hampering the market growth.

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https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/distributed-fiber-optic-sensor-sensing-dfos-market

Cloud computing market report highlights:

  • Temperature sensing application segment is expected to continue leading in terms of market size over the forecast period. Temperature sensors find application in oil and gas and civil engineering segments
  • Suppliers and manufacturers of fiber optic equipment are looking to achieving higher bandwidth, 100 GBPS, by undertaking intense research activities
  • North America dominated the global market in 2018 and is projected to account for the largest market share in terms of revenue in the forthcoming years
  • Growing demand for DFOS equipment can be attributed to the ever-growing demand for efficient and optimized processes, across enterprises and manufacturing sectors
  • Key market participants include Halliburton, Schlumberger Limited, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, OFS Fitel, LLC, Qinetiq Group PLC, Omnisens SA, Brugg Kable AG, Luna Innovations Incorporated, and AP Sensing GmbH