Market Overview:
The global surface profilometers market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period from 2018 to 2030. The growth in the market can be attributed to the increasing demand for surface profiling equipment from various end-use industries, such as automotive, mechanical engineering, medical technology, and plastic industry. In addition, the growing demand for handheld surface profilers is also contributing to the growth of this market. Based on type, the global surface profilometers market can be segmented into optical profilometers, stylus profilometers and handyprofilers. Optical profilometers are witnessing high adoption due to their ability to provide accurate 3D profiles of surfaces with high resolution and accuracy levels. Based on application, the global surface profiling equipment market can be segmented into automotive industry; mechanical engineering; medical technology; plastic industry; and other applications including semiconductor manufacturing & inspection and textiles & leather processing among others).
Product Definition:
A surface profilometer is a scientific instrument used to measure the three-dimensional profile of a smooth surface. The importance of surface profilometers is that they provide an accurate, detailed map of the shape and contours of a surface. This information can be used to improve the quality and performance of products, or to help diagnose problems with surfaces.
Optical Profilometers:
Optical profilometers are instruments that measure the surface profile of an object with the help of light and optics. It is used to measure surface characteristics such as topography, roughness, and normality. Optical profilometers can be classified into two types: stationary and portable.
Stylus Profilometers:
Stylus profilometers are instruments used to measure the surface profile of a material. It is mainly used for testing and inspection of coatings, paints, inks, paper & pulp products and adhesives. The working principle is based on the principle of ultrasound imaging which utilizes piezoelectric transducers to scan the surface under study.
Application Insights:
The automotive industry was the largest application segment in 2017 and is expected to continue its dominance over the forecast period. The growing importance of surface profiling for manufacturing cars, aftermarket parts, and accessories is anticipated to drive the growth of this segment. Furthermore, stringent regulations regarding accuracy in vehicle manufacturing are projected to fuel market growth during this period.
The mechanical engineering industry accounted for a significant share in 2017 owing to increasing demand for precision measuring devices particularly related with dimensional tolerances and measurement uncertainty analysis. Surface profilers provide solutions that enable users measure critical dimensions with high accuracy thereby boosting their adoption across various applications within this sector such as component testing & inspection or die-scale simulation & design validation among others.
Regional Analysis:
The Asia Pacific surface profilometers market is expected to grow at a lucrative rate over the forecast period. The growth can be attributed to the increasing demand for consumer electronics and automobiles in emerging economies such as China, India, Japan, and South Korea. In addition, rapid industrialization coupled with government initiatives towards infrastructure development is also anticipated to drive the regional market growth over the forecast period.
North America accounted for more than 20% of global revenue share in 2017 owing to high product penetration by companies such as Agilent Technologies Inc.; Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP; and Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., which are used across several industries including medical technology, automotive industry etc.
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand for advanced surface profiling technologies in various industries
- Growing need for quality control and inspection in manufacturing sector
- Rising research and development expenditure by end-use industries to develop new products
- Proliferation of nanotechnology and MEMS (micro-electromechanical systems) across different applications
- Technological advancements in surface profilometers that offer enhanced performance
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Surface Profilometers Market Research Report
By Type
Optical Profilometers, Stylus Profilometers, Handy Profilometer
By Application
Automotive Industry, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Technology, Plastic Industry, Others
By Companies
KLA Corporation, Zygo Corporation, Bruker, OptiPro Systems, PCE Deutschland, Nikon Metrology, Polytec, Ostec, Alicona Imaging GmbH, Trimos, Starrett, RIFTEK, FRT, PIXARGUS, 4D Technology, Althen, ASCONA, SM Metrology, Stable Micro Systems, Solarius
Regions Covered
North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA
Base Year
2021
Historical Year
2019 to 2020 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability)
Forecast Year
2030
Number of Pages
122
Number of Tables & Figures
86
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Surface Profilometers Market Report Segments:
The global Surface Profilometers market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
Optical Profilometers, Stylus Profilometers, Handy Profilometer
The product segment provides information about the market share of each product and the respective CAGR during the forecast period. It lays out information about the product pricing parameters, trends, and profits that provides in-depth insights of the market. Furthermore, it discusses latest product developments & innovation in the market.
Applications
Automotive Industry, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Technology, Plastic Industry, Others
The application segment fragments various applications of the product and provides information on the market share and growth rate of each application segment. It discusses the potential future applications of the products and driving and restraining factors of each application segment.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- KLA Corporation
- Zygo Corporation
- Bruker
- OptiPro Systems
- PCE Deutschland
- Nikon Metrology
- Polytec
- Ostec
- Alicona Imaging GmbH
- Trimos
- Starrett
- RIFTEK
- FRT
- PIXARGUS
- 4D Technology
- Althen
- ASCONA
- SM Metrology
- Stable Micro Systems
- Solarius
Highlights of The Surface Profilometers Market Report:
- The market structure and projections for the coming years.
- Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of market.
- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2030.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
- Optical Profilometers
- Stylus Profilometers
- Handy Profilometer
- By Application:
- Automotive Industry
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Technology
- Plastic Industry
- Others
- Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
- Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
- Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
- Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.
We have studied the Surface Profilometers Market in 360 degrees via. both primary & secondary research methodologies. This helped us in building an understanding of the current market dynamics, supply-demand gap, pricing trends, product preferences, consumer patterns & so on. The findings were further validated through primary research with industry experts & opinion leaders across countries. The data is further compiled & validated through various market estimation & data validation methodologies. Further, we also have our in-house data forecasting model to predict market growth up to 2030.
Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
Note: A country of choice can be added in the report at no extra cost. If more than one country needs to be added, the research quote will vary accordingly.
The geographical analysis part of the report provides information about the product sales in terms of volume and revenue in regions. It lays out potential opportunities for the new entrants, emerging players, and major players in the region. The regional analysis is done after considering the socio-economic factors and government regulations of the countries in the regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions?
Surface profilometers are a type of instrument used to measure the surface roughness of an object. They use lasers or light waves to create a map of the surface's bumps and valleys. This information can then be used to calculate various properties, such as the object's average height, width, and depth.
Some of the major companies in the surface profilometers market are KLA Corporation, Zygo Corporation, Bruker, OptiPro Systems, PCE Deutschland, Nikon Metrology, Polytec, Ostec, Alicona Imaging GmbH, Trimos, Starrett, RIFTEK, FRT, PIXARGUS, 4D Technology, Althen, ASCONA, SM Metrology, Stable Micro Systems, Solarius.
The surface profilometers market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.5%.
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Surface Profilometers Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Market Taxonomy
4.1.2 Market Definition
4.1.3 Macro-Economic Factors Impacting the Market Growth
4.2 Surface Profilometers Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Surface Profilometers Market - Supply Chain Analysis
4.3.1 List of Key Suppliers
4.3.2 List of Key Distributors
4.3.3 List of Key Consumers
4.4 Key Forces Shaping the Surface Profilometers Market
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of Substitution
4.4.4 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Global Surface Profilometers Market Size & Forecast, 2020-2028
4.5.1 Surface Profilometers Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Surface Profilometers Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Type
5.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.2 Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 Optical Profilometers
5.2.2 Stylus Profilometers
5.2.3 Handy Profilometer
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Applications
6.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
6.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
6.2 Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Automotive Industry
6.2.2 Mechanical Engineering
6.2.3 Medical Technology
6.2.4 Plastic Industry
6.2.5 Others
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Surface Profilometers Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Region
7.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.2 Surface Profilometers Market Size Forecast by Region
7.2.1 North America
7.2.2 Europe
7.2.3 Asia Pacific
7.2.4 Latin America
7.2.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
Chapter 8 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Impact
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Current & Future Impact Analysis
8.3 Economic Impact Analysis
8.4 Government Policies
8.5 Investment Scenario
Chapter 9 North America Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Market Size Forecast by Country
9.2.1 U.S.
9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
9.6 North America Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 Optical Profilometers
9.6.2 Stylus Profilometers
9.6.3 Handy Profilometer
9.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
9.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
9.10 North America Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Automotive Industry
9.10.2 Mechanical Engineering
9.10.3 Medical Technology
9.10.4 Plastic Industry
9.10.5 Others
9.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
9.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 10 Europe Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Market Size Forecast by Country
10.2.1 Germany
10.2.2 France
10.2.3 Italy
10.2.4 U.K.
10.2.5 Spain
10.2.6 Russia
10.2.7 Rest of Europe
10.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
10.6 Europe Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 Optical Profilometers
10.6.2 Stylus Profilometers
10.6.3 Handy Profilometer
10.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
10.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
10.10 Europe Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Automotive Industry
10.10.2 Mechanical Engineering
10.10.3 Medical Technology
10.10.4 Plastic Industry
10.10.5 Others
10.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
10.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 11 Asia Pacific Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.1 China
11.2.2 Japan
11.2.3 South Korea
11.2.4 India
11.2.5 Australia
11.2.6 South East Asia (SEA)
11.2.7 Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
11.6 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 Optical Profilometers
11.6.2 Stylus Profilometers
11.6.3 Handy Profilometer
11.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
11.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
11.10 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Automotive Industry
11.10.2 Mechanical Engineering
11.10.3 Medical Technology
11.10.4 Plastic Industry
11.10.5 Others
11.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
11.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 12 Latin America Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Country
12.2.1 Brazil
12.2.2 Mexico
12.2.3 Rest of Latin America (LATAM)
12.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
12.6 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 Optical Profilometers
12.6.2 Stylus Profilometers
12.6.3 Handy Profilometer
12.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
12.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
12.10 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Automotive Industry
12.10.2 Mechanical Engineering
12.10.3 Medical Technology
12.10.4 Plastic Industry
12.10.5 Others
12.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
12.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
12.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 13 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Country
13.2.1 Saudi Arabia
13.2.2 South Africa
13.2.3 UAE
13.2.4 Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
13.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
13.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 Optical Profilometers
13.6.2 Stylus Profilometers
13.6.3 Handy Profilometer
13.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
13.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
13.10 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Automotive Industry
13.10.2 Mechanical Engineering
13.10.3 Medical Technology
13.10.4 Plastic Industry
13.10.5 Others
13.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
13.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
13.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 14 Competition Landscape
14.1 Surface Profilometers Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Surface Profilometers Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 KLA Corporation
14.3.2 Zygo Corporation
14.3.3 Bruker
14.3.4 OptiPro Systems
14.3.5 PCE Deutschland
14.3.6 Nikon Metrology
14.3.7 Polytec
14.3.8 Ostec
14.3.9 Alicona Imaging GmbH
14.3.10 Trimos
14.3.11 Starrett
14.3.12 RIFTEK
14.3.13 FRT
14.3.14 PIXARGUS
14.3.15 4D Technology
14.3.16 Althen
14.3.17 ASCONA
14.3.18 SM Metrology
14.3.19 Stable Micro Systems
14.3.20 Solarius
