Introduction
Rheometers are the laboratory devices that are used for the analysis of flow behaviour and measurement of rheological properties of the fluid. Rheometers are widely used in various end use industries as these are crucial for evaluating the quality of various fluids/liquids.
For example, in paints and coatings, rheometers are used for assessing pumping and flow behaviour, behaviour after coating which is vital to assess the performance of the liquid/fluids in long term.
Rapid adoption of rheometers to assess stability of fluids in long term in industries such as paint & coatings, petrochemicals
The increasing demand for rheometers for the measurement of vital parameters such as flow behaviour or precise measurement of important components in fluids is a primary factor driving the rheometers market.
Also, various test results such as viscosity of the melt, viscoelastic properties, temperature dependent behaviour are also essential to maintain the quality and assess the stability of various fluids in multiple industries.
The growing demand for rheometers in the paint & coatings industry to control the pumping and flow behaviour during production is also creating potential growth opportunities for the rheometers market.
Moreover, high expenditure on research and development in various sectors such as pharmaceutical, food and petrochemical industries is also boosting the growth of the rheometers market.
In addition to this, growing concerns related to quality of the food is also contributing to the growth of rheometers market. For example, vinegar and salad dressings which usually contain herbs and vegetable pieces. To assess the stability of this food mixture, rheological parameters need to be tested and analysed.
Rheometer is gaining traction in polymer industry due to the complex rheological behaviour of polymers
The growing usage of polymers across the globe and high need for maintaining the quality of the polymers are some of the important factors boosting the adoption of rheometers in polymer industry.
Rheometers are widely used in various industries for improving the processing behaviour, quality of various fluids in multiple industries. In terms of value, the paints & coating sub-segment is expected to capture the largest market share and is also expected to grow at a relatively higher CAGR during the forecast period in the global rheometers market.
In terms of value, the paint, printing & coating sub-segment is expected to create an incremental opportunity of US$ 8.2 Mn during the forecast period in the rheometers market.
High demand for capillary rheometers to meet the need for precise results at high shear rates
In this report, FMI has segmented the global rheometers market on the basis of product type, sales channel, region and end-use industry. By product type, the market is segmented into capillary rheometers, oscillatory rheometers, rotational rheometers and accessories.
The capillary rheometers sub-segment is expected to capture the high market share of the global rheometers market and is expected to create revenue opportunity of US$ 44.0 Mn between 2018 and 2027.
Moreover, the accessories sub-segment is expected to grow with a relatively higher CAGR in the global rheometers market due to rising demand for customized rheometers.
Regional Overview: Increase in expenditure on research & development in Asia Pacific is boosting the growth of the market
On the basis of geography, the rheometers market is sub-segmented into Latin America, North America, Japan, Europe, Middle East & Africa and APEJ (Asia Pacific Excluding Japan).
The rheometers market in North America is estimated to dominate the global market owing to the stringent regulations in the region related to the testing of various fluids to maintain the quality.
Europe and APEJ are also expected to capture a substantial market share in the global rheometers market owing to recent advancements in the petrochemical industry and the presence of a large number of research laboratories in the region.
Strengthening of distribution network and increasing localized manufacturing are the key strategies adopted by leading manufacturers
As per FMI analysis, Leading manufacturers in Rheometer market are adopting key strategies to strengthen their distribution network to expand their presence in untapped regions.
Also, companies are focusing on customization of the equipments as per the latest needs. For instance, in May 2016, Thermo Fisher introduced new air-bearing rheometer, which provides enhanced measuring capabilities. In 2016, AMETEK, Inc., announced the acquisition of Brookfield Engineering Laboratories, a manufacturer of viscometers and rheometers, to enhance its product offerings and customer base.
Some of the market participants in the global rheometers market report include TA Instruments; Antor Paar GmbH; Thermo Fisher Scientific; Malvern Panalytical Ltd.; AMETEK, Inc.; A&D Company; Instron; Shimadzu Corporation; Goettfert; Fann Instruments; Freeman Technology and Brabender GmbH.
Key Segments Covered
By Product Type
- Capillary Rheometers
- Oscillatory Rheometers
- Rotational Rheometers
- Accessories
By Sales Channel
- Direct Sales
- Indirect Sales
By End Use Industry
- Pharmaceutical
- Paints, Printing & Coating
- Food & Beverages
- Petrochemicals
- Cosmetics
- Polymers
- Others
Key Regions covered:
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
- Europe
- Germany
- U.K.
- France
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- APEJ
- China
- India
- Malaysia
- Singapore
- Australia
- Rest of APEJ
- Japan
- MEA
- GCC Countries
- Israel
- South Africa
- Rest of MEA
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