Abstract
The inorganic metal finishing industry (IMFT) is an inseparable part of the
production cycle (from metal ore extraction to its end application) of any
metal component. As these technologies enhance a components capabilities,
in terms of corrosion and wear resistance, bonding and appearance,
they play a crucial role in the success of a metal component in service.
Growth of this industry is driven by its application areas, of which the
rapid expansion of its applications in the electronics industry as well as the
growth of the electronics industry have been one of the key drivers. The
demand for reducing environmental and health hazards caused by these
technologies has led to an increase in research activities. Attempts constantly are being made to bring about innovations
and alternatives to these technologies.
This BCC study determines the current status of the worldwide inorganic metal finishing technologies industry and assesses its growth potential through 2010. The report focuses on key inorganic metal finishing technologies along with their growth potential. It also explores various existing IMFT applications as well as the upcoming verticals that could give a boost to the inorganic metal
finishing industry.
SCOPE OF STUDY
The report contains:
- Detailed descriptions of the major types
of IMFTs, such as electroplating, galvanizing,
anodizing, electroless plating,
conversion coatings, cladding and electropolishing
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Discussion of the industrys key growth
drivers, inhibitors and potential growth
areas
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Discussion of surface preprocessing,
costs that are included in the market
estimates for all the IMFTs
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Projections of worldwide IMFT markets
by technology, application verticals
and geography with forecasts to 2010
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Details of the regulatory environment
and value chain, as well as a patent
overview.
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