Abstract
This report:
- Offers a comparative analysis of separation types including reverse
osmosis, nanofiltration, ultrafiltration, microfiltration, electrochemical
processes, gas separation and pervaporation
- Analyzes the markets for applications in healthcare, pharma, water and
wastewater, power, semiconductors, foods and beverages and other industries
- Provides market forecasts through 2013
- Discusses industry structure with company profiles, technological trends,
pricing, R&D and government regulations.
INTRODUCTION
STUDY GOAL AND OBJECTIVES
This BCC Research report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for
membrane technology across a range of filtration types and applications.
Covered technologies include reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, ultrafiltration,
microfiltration, electrochemical processes, gas separation, pervaporation, and
two novel processes. Applications for these filtration types include potable
water, process water, and wastewater treatment; food and beverage processing;
biopharmaceuticals production; other large-scale liquid separations; and
industrial gas separation.
Technical and market drivers are considered in evaluating the current worth of
the technologies covered, and in forecasting growth and trends over the next 5
years. The conclusions are illustrated with statistical information on
markets, applications, industry structure, and dynamics, along with
technological developments.
REASONS FOR DOING THE STUDY
This study is intended for individuals requiring an in-depth analysis of the
membrane industry that traces significant developments and forecasts important
trends, quantifies the various market sectors, and highlights companies active
in those areas.
Because of the diverse and fragmented nature of the industry, it is difficult
to find studies that gather such extensive data from far-reaching resources,
and have this data presented in one comprehensive document. This report
contains a unique collection of membrane-related information, analyses,
forecasts, and conclusions that are very hard (or impossible) to find
elsewhere.
INTENDED AUDIENCE
This comprehensive report aims to provide those interested in investment,
acquisition, or expansion into the market for membrane technology with the
specific, detailed information crucial to making educated decisions. Senior
marketing personnel, venture capitalists, executive planners, research
directors, government officials, and suppliers to the industry who want to
discover and exploit current or projected market niches should find this
report of value. Readers who wish to understand how regulations, market
pressures, and technology interact in the arena also will find this study
worthwhile.
SCOPE OF REPORT
This report is primarily a study of the U.S. market, but due to the
international presence of many industry participants, global activities are
included where appropriate. Values are given in U.S. dollars. Forecasts are in
constant U.S. dollars and growth rates are compounded. Five-year projections
are provided for market activity and value. Industry structure, technological
trends, pricing considerations, R&D, government regulations, company profiles,
and competitive technologies are included in the study. Only industrial scale
membrane products will be evaluated. No consumer products (i.e., point of use
water systems) are included in the analysis.
INFORMATION SOURCES
The information sources for this study include online research; SEC filings;
annual reports; company brochures; patent literature; business, technical and
industry journals; conference literature; and interviews with principals in
the industry. Statistical and other data also were collected from the U.S.
Department of Commerce, the American Membrane Technology Association, the
International Desalination Association, the American Water Works Association,
the Water Environment Research Federation, the WateReuse Foundation, the Water
Resources Institute, the MBR-Network, and various academic institutions.
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