PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1641537
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1641537
Automated Test Equipment (ATE) refers to computer-controlled test and measurement equipment designed for testing with minimal human interaction. It plays a crucial role in evaluating the quality and functionality of various applications, particularly in testing printed circuit boards, interconnections, and verifications.
The primary types of products in the automated test equipment market include Memory IC Test Systems, Linear & Discrete Test Systems, System-on-Chip (SoC) Test Systems, and others. Memory IC Test Systems are integrated circuits configured to store bits of data in memory cells within a memory array, primarily used for storing and retrieving electronic data. Various technologies involved in ATE include WCDMA and RF technology, LTE technology, optical inspection technology, machine vision technology, X-Ray inspection technology, and others. Components such as industrial PCs, mass interconnects, handlers, probers, and more are integral to ATE systems. This technology finds applications across diverse sectors, including aerospace and defense, consumer electronics, IT and telecommunications, automotive, healthcare, and others.
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The automated test equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.21 billion in 2024 to $7.59 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to quality assurance and cost efficiency, globalization of electronics manufacturing, demand for higher production throughput, focus on time-to-market, need for real-time monitoring and feedback.
The automated test equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.85 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to focus on test cost reduction, focus on energy-efficient electronics, rise of automotive electronics, test data analytics, in-circuit testing advancements. Major trends in the forecast period include focus on automotive electronics testing, high-density interconnect (HDI) testing, flexible and scalable ate solutions, increased emphasis on cybersecurity testing, rise in IoT device testing.
The escalating demand for consumer electronics is playing a pivotal role in fostering growth within the automated test equipment sector. Consumer electronics encompass various home gadgets, digital devices, and equipment used for everyday household purposes. Automated testing equipment is instrumental in assessing and ensuring the quality of these consumer electronics, leading to a proportional rise in the demand for automated test equipment. According to the India Brand Equity Foundation, an Indian government export promotion agency, projections indicate that the consumer electronics industry is poised to reach $21. 18 billion by 2025. This surge in demand for consumer electronics is anticipated to be a driving force behind the growth of the automated test equipment market.
The burgeoning production within the automobile industry is anticipated to significantly propel the expansion of the automated test equipment market. Automobile production encompasses the manufacturing process of motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, and other vehicle types. Automated test equipment solutions hold substantial importance in verifying the quality, functionality, and safety of various automotive components like sensors, control units, and communication modules during manufacturing and testing phases. As reported by the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association, global motor vehicle production surged to 85. 4 million units in 2022, marking a substantial 5. 7% increase from the preceding year, 2021. Furthermore, The National Automobile Dealers Association reported that light vehicle production in North America is forecasted to escalate from 14. 2 million units in 2022 to 15. 4 million units in 2023, driven by steady enhancements in the supply chain. Hence, the burgeoning automobile production is expected to be a significant driver propelling the automated test equipment market.
Strategic alliances have emerged as a prevailing trend gaining traction within the automated test equipment landscape. Key industry players in this sector are actively pursuing partnerships to meet evolving consumer demands. An illustrative example is the strategic alliance announced in July 2023 between ProteanTecs Ltd., an Israel-based software company, and Teradyne, Inc. This collaboration aims to enhance semiconductor testing and debugging processes for sophisticated system-on-chips (SoCs). By integrating proteanTecs' on-chip agent information and analysis software with Teradyne's test programs, customers benefit from heightened device visibility on the tester, allowing inline and real-time decision-making. Teradyne Inc., a US-based automatic test equipment manufacturer, stands as a pivotal entity in this strategic partnership. Both companies plan to showcase their collaborative efforts at DAC and SEMICON West through a joint demonstration.
Prominent entities within the automated test equipment market are strategically focusing on innovating their product offerings, exemplified by the introduction of novel solutions like test workflow subscription bundles to cater to their existing consumer base more effectively. A test workflow subscription bundle represents a packaged service or solution provided by a company, granting subscription-based access to a comprehensive set of test processes, tools, or applications. National Instruments Corporation, a US-based firm renowned for manufacturing automated test equipment and virtual instrumentation software, unveiled in March 2022 a test workflow subscription bundle tailored for automated test systems. This solution equips engineers with a single software license enabling the creation and execution of test or measurement systems. This amalgamated software suite supports engineers engaged in developing research validation and manufacturing test applications, fostering practical knowledge acquisition, refining test system development, maximizing test data value, and expediting product launches to market.
In August 2023, Transcat, Inc., a publicly traded company based in the US, acquired Axiom Test Equipment, Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aligns with Transcat's strategy to enhance its rental offerings and drive growth by utilizing Axiom's profitability and skilled workforce. This move bolsters Transcat's market presence and profitability in the test equipment sector. Axiom Test Equipment, Inc., also based in the US, specializes in rental services and the development of automated test equipment (ATE) solutions that optimize testing processes across various industries.
Major companies operating in the automated test equipment market include Aemulus Holdings, Chroma ATE Inc., Astronics Corporation, Advantest Corporation, SPEA S. p. A., Teradyne Inc., STAr Technologies Inc., Roos Instruments Inc., National Instruments Corporation, Agilent Technologies Inc., Anritsu Company, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co KG, Xcerra Corporation, TRICOR Systems Inc., Advint LLC, Solvay S. A., Aeroflex Inc., Marvin Test Solutions Inc., Shinbashi Inc., OMRON Corporation, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, Cobham plc, Averna Technologies Inc., Test Research Inc., TestEquity LLC, Testforce Systems Inc., Testek Inc., TestWorld Inc.
North America was the largest region in the automated test equipment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the automated test equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the automated test equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.
The automated test equipment market consists of sales of printed circuit boards, analog-to-digital converters (ADCs), digital-to-analog converters (DACs), comparators, track-and-hold amplifiers, and video products. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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