PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1586387
PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1586387
The global thermo compression forming market size is expected to reach USD 15.04 billion by 2032, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report "Thermo Compression Forming Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report - By Foam Type (Thermoplastic Foams, Needle-Punch Nonwovens, and Lightweight Glass Mat Thermoplastic), End-Use Industry, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa); Segment Forecast, 2024-2032" gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
The thermo compression forming market is growing steadily, driven by its widespread adoption in numerous industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, and packaging. Thermo compression forming manufacturing process involves the use of heat and pressure to form composite materials into desired shapes, offering a lightweight, durable, and cost-effective alternative to traditional metal components. In the push toward more energy-efficient and sustainable solutions by industries, thermo compression forming plays a key role as it reduces material waste and enables the production of parts with complex geometries that meet stringent industry standards.
The increasing demand for lightweight materials in the automotive and aerospace sectors is significantly driving the thermo compression forming market growth. Furthermore, governments and regulatory bodies are establishing stringent fuel efficiency and emission control standards, propelling the adoption of lightweight composite materials, where thermo compression forming is vital.
Advancements in thermoplastic composite technology boost its applications, thereby fueling the thermo compression forming market growth. In the electronics sector, the need for compact, durable, and heat-resistant components is propelling the demand for thermo compression forming techniques. The rising interest in sustainable manufacturing processes is also driving the market growth. Thermo compression forming aligns well with the green initiatives of various industries by offering recyclable materials and reducing energy consumption during production. Moreover, increasing investments in research and development to improve efficiency and material properties are expected to contribute to the market's expansion.
By foam type, in 2023, the thermoplastic foams segment accounted for the largest revenue share in the thermo compression forming market due to its lightweight, high strength, and recyclability.
The construction segment, based on end-use industry, is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period due to increasing demand for lightweight, durable, and energy-efficient building materials.
In 2023, North America accounted for the largest share of the global thermo compression forming market due to the strong presence of key industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics and the growing demand for lightweight and sustainable materials.
The Asia Pacific market is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period due the rapid industrialization and rising investments in advanced manufacturing technologies.
A few global key market players are BASF SE; Core Molding Technologies; Engineered Plastic Products Inc.; FLEXTECH; Formed Solutions; Janco, Inc.; Mitsubishi Chemical Group; Present Advanced Composites Inc.; Ray Products Company Inc.; RCO Engineering; and Toray Advanced Composites.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the thermo compression forming market report on the basis of foam type, end-use industry, and region:
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