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Super Abrasives Market Analysis

ID: MRFR//4502-CR | 100 Pages | Author: Priya Nagrale| May 2018

The market dynamics of super abrasives depict a nuanced landscape influenced by various factors that impact its production, demand, and overall market trajectory. Super abrasives, advanced materials known for their exceptional hardness and cutting properties, play a crucial role in precision machining, grinding, and abrasive applications across industries such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics. One of the primary drivers of the super abrasives market is the increasing demand for high-precision machining and surface finishing in manufacturing processes. The unique properties of super abrasives, including diamond and cubic boron nitride (CBN), contribute to their widespread adoption in applications requiring precision and efficiency.

Technological advancements in super abrasives production significantly impact market dynamics. Ongoing research and development efforts focus on enhancing the performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness of super abrasives. Innovations in manufacturing processes, such as the development of composite super abrasives and advancements in bonding techniques, contribute to market competitiveness and drive the adoption of super abrasives in cutting-edge manufacturing applications.

Global economic trends play a pivotal role in shaping the demand for super abrasives, particularly in industries that heavily rely on precision machining and grinding processes. Economic growth, increasing industrialization, and advancements in manufacturing technologies drive the demand for super abrasives, influencing their consumption in applications like tool grinding, aerospace component machining, and semiconductor manufacturing. Conversely, economic downturns may lead to fluctuations in demand, affecting industries that are primary consumers of super abrasives.

The globalization of manufacturing activities has a profound impact on the dynamics of the super abrasives market. The interconnectedness of markets requires super abrasives manufacturers to adapt to diverse regulatory frameworks, trade dynamics, and regional variations in demand. Strategic partnerships, collaborations, and investments in production facilities are common strategies employed by super abrasives producers to strengthen their global presence and cater to the unique needs of different markets.

Supply chain dynamics, including the availability and pricing of raw materials like industrial diamonds and CBN, significantly impact the super abrasives market. Industrial diamonds and CBN are critical components in super abrasives and are subject to fluctuations in supply and demand, influencing production costs. Any disruptions in the supply chain, whether due to natural disasters, geopolitical factors, or shifts in production capacity, can impact super abrasives prices and overall market dynamics.

Price competitiveness remains a significant factor in the super abrasives market dynamics. End-users, including manufacturers of cutting tools, grinding wheels, and precision components, closely monitor the cost-effectiveness of incorporating super abrasives into their processes. Super abrasives producers focus on optimizing production processes, achieving economies of scale, and ensuring a stable supply chain to offer competitive pricing and maintain their position in the market.

Environmental sustainability considerations are increasingly influencing the dynamics of the super abrasives market. As industries worldwide focus on adopting environmentally friendly practices, there is a growing demand for sustainable and recycled super abrasives. Responsible sourcing, adherence to environmental standards, and the development of eco-friendly alternatives contribute to shaping the market dynamics and align with global initiatives promoting green technologies in the manufacturing sector.

Regulatory factors, particularly related to workplace safety, chemical regulations, and emissions, significantly impact the super abrasives market dynamics. Compliance with regulations governing the production and use of super abrasives is essential for manufacturers. Stricter regulations may influence production practices, requiring companies to adopt cleaner and more sustainable methods.

Covered Aspects:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
Segment Outlook Product Type, Application


Super Abrasives Market Overview 


The super abrasives market is estimated to have grown at a CAGR of 6.78 percent to USD 14.45 billion during the forecast 2021-2030. Super abrasives have various applications in the electronics industry. This is because of the type of materials that the super abrasive tools can process. The devices are used to process ceramics, copper and copper alloys, aluminum, resin, semiconductor materials, carbide alloys, and rubber, usually used in electronic component manufacturing. Super abrasive grinding tools are largely used to create PCBs in the electronics industry. Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are the critical elements for many electronic devices, like desktop computers and home theater systems, and various others. The demand for precision and machining tools helps in the increasing demand for the production of motor vehicles and construction activities. The product is used to manufacture drilling, sawing, and cutting tools to machine concrete, bricks, and stones in the construction industry.  The product is used as a grinding tool in the manufacturing of automotive components. Like steering mechanism, injection systems, gear shaft, and cam/crankshaft to provide smooth parts finishing. Increasing production of motor and electric vehicles is expected to boost the demand for the product in the market over the coming years. Due to this disparity, small and medium-sized businesses have been challenged to compete in the market. Especially for developing items which require new technologies. They also have a longer product life and less machine downtime, which results in the high initial cost and cheap machining expenses,


Global Super Abrasives Market, by Application, 2017 (%)


 Super Abrasives Market


Source: MRFR Analysis


Key Players


List of the key companies operating in the global super abrasives market are


Saint Gobain (France), 3M (U.S.), Carborundum Universal Limited (France), Noritake (Japan), Meister Abrasives (U.S.), KREBA & RIEDEL (Germany), Tyrolit Schleifmittelwerke Swarovski K.G. (Austria), TOYODA VAN MOPPES LTD. (Tokyo), SUPER ABRASIVES (India), Zhengzhou Hongtuo Super Abrasive Products Co., Ltd (China), VSM Abrasives Corporation (Germany), and others.


Regional Analysis


Regionally, the super abrasives market is spanned across five regions namely Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific emerged as the leading super abrasives market in 2016, which was majorly driven by the increasing demand for durable and efficient automobiles. Asia Pacific region accounted for 58.40% of the overall value share in 2016 and is expected to grow at a healthy CAGR of 7.51% over the forecast period. The increasing production and sales of automotive and consumer goods in China, Japan, and India is the major driver of the regional market.


Europe is the second largest region and was valued at USD 1,006.6 million in 2016 and is projected to grow at a healthy CAGR of 5.39% during the review period 2017-2023.


Segmentation


The super abrasives market is categorized on the basis of product type, application, and region. On the basis of the product type, the market is segmented into vitrified diamond, vitrified CBN, resin bond diamond, resin bond CBN, metal/ hybrid bond CBN, metal/ hybrid bond diamond, electroplated diamond, electroplated CBN, rotary dressers, and stationary dressers.


On the basis of the application, the market is segmented into cutting tools, tool industry, machinery, electronics/ smartphones, bearings, powertrain, turbines, gear, medical, primary metal, and others. Based on the region, the market is segmented into Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, North America, and the Middle East & Africa.


Recent Development


An automotive component manufacturer, namely Detroit Speed, entered into a partnership with Saint-Gobain Abrasives to promote its Norton brand. The move is anticipated to help the former increase its consumer base. A business alliance in Europe and Asia has been formed by Asahi and Tyrolit to expand their product portfolio for electronics, bearings, and gearing industries. This move has allowed Asahi Diamond Group to enhance its bearing & gearing industry portfolio.

Geographic Analysis 


The report covers brief analysis of geographical region such as:



  • North America

    • U.S.

    • Canada



  • Europe

    • Germany

    • U.K

    • Russia

    • France

    • Spain

    • Italy

    • Rest of Europe



  • Asia Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • Rest of Asia Pacific



  • Latin America

    • Brazil

    • Argentina

    • Mexico

    • Rest of Latin America



  • Middle East & Africa

    • Turkey

    • Iran

    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa




Key Findings



  • Global super abrasives market is projected to reach USD 14,681.1 million by the end of the forecast period at a healthy CAGR

  • Vitrified diamond product type accounted for the largest value market share of 16.00% in 2016.

  • Resin Bond Diamond was the second-largest market in 2016, valued at USD 1,325.9 million in 2016; it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.11% during the forecast period

  • Asia Pacific is the largest and fastest growing market across the globe, which accounted for 58.40% share of the global market in 2016.

  • Saint Gobain is the leading manufacturer of high performance polyamide


Intended Audience



  • Super abrasives manufacturers

  • Traders and distributors of super abrasives

  • Production process industries

  • Potential investors

  • Raw material suppliers

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