Abstract
INTRODUCTION
This study focuses on plastics usage in the electronics industry. It is not a
review of the entire electronics industry but deals with development of resins
and resin grades to meet requirements of electronic technologies related to
computers, telecommunications, automotive, and other major industries
employing electronic components.
SCOPE OF STUDY
This report contains:
- A detailed market overview of plastics in electronic components,
specifically covering resins and resin grades to meet requirements of
electronic technologies related to computers, telecommunications, automotive,
and other industries employing electronic components
- An analysis of the North American market and its upcoming trends, with
detailed tables and a five-year forecast through 2011
- An examination of technological trends in the market, both recent and
forthcoming
- A detailed list of profiles for the top contributors in the industry as
well as a detailed patent analysis.
METHODOLOGY
A comprehensive review was undertaken of literature relating to resins used to
produce electronic components, their applications, technology, markets and new
developments. Included in the review were supplier trade literature, texts,
and monographs. Unresolved issues were clarified by contact with those
involved in the industry.