Ceramic Flap Disc Market - Forecast(2023 - 2028)

Ceramic Flap Disc Market Overview

The Ceramic Flap Disc Market size is forecasted to reach US$250 million by 2027 after growing at a CAGR of 4.1% during the forecast period of 2022-2027. Ceramic Flap Disc  industry uses different types of flap discs, defined as three-dimensional grinding discs consisting of abrasives as overlapping layers, attached to a central hub. These flap discs are manufactured using a top size cloth bonded with a mixture of zirconium oxide and with silicon carbide abrasives. In addition, these discs offer high temperature resistance at medium/high working pressure. Ceramic Flap Disc  have a microcrystalline habit, and their structure is more uniform than that of zirconia alumina flag wheels. This microcrystalline habit means that they can penetrate in a controlled manner, expanding the range of available applications. Ceramic flap discs have proven revolutionary in aluminum oxide castings they have silicon carbonate steel scale, stainless steel finishing, and titanium alloys that are commonly used in many aerospace applications. Ceramic Flap Disc have been the substantially growing market in metal fabrication and MRO activities, thus raising the market demand for Ceramic Flap Disc Market. The rising demand for ceramic flap disc from end-users industry is expected to propel the Ceramic Flap Disc Market.

COVID-19 Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged the ceramic flap disc industry drastically in 2020. In comparison to other industries, Ceramic Flap Disc Market had a negative impact on overall growth. In many nations, the ceramic flap disc is used for metalworking, woodworking, semiconductor manufacturing, welding machining and heavy-duty equipment are imported from other countries. However, in the midst of the pandemic due to the restrictions on cross border imports, the supply chain was completely disrupted. Emergence of the new COVID strain in many developed and developing countries has adversely affected the aerospace industry. Supply chains for the procurement of raw material faced many disruptions, leading to disturbances in production activities in many countries. Government lockdowns and production halts had impact on this market. According to Engineers India Research Institute (EIRI), in 2020, Indian automotive sector saw an overall degrowth of nearly 18 per cent. This situation was worsened by the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic and the ongoing lockdowns across India and the rest of the world. Thus, the decrease in the demand in the textile industry has hampered the growth of the Ceramic Flap Disc Market during pandemic. 

Report Coverage

The report: “Ceramic Flap Disc Report – Forecast (“2022-2027”), by Industry ARC covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments of the global ceramic flap disc Industry.

By Type: Conical Shaped and Flat Shaped.
By Backing Material: Nylon, Plastic, Fiberglass, Polycotton, Polyester, Ferrous Metals, Non-Ferrous Metals, Stainless Steel, Alloys, and Others.
By Substrate Material: Standard Steel, Armoured Steel, Titanium, Nickel Alloys, Aluminium, and Others.
By Application: Metalworking, Woodworking, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Welding Machining Heavy-Duty Equipment, Shipbuilding, and Others.
By End-Use Industry: Agriculture, Automotive (Passenger Cars, Light Commercial Vehicle and Heavy Commercial Vehicle), Marine, Aerospace (Military Aviation, Commercial Aviation and General Aviation) Food Industry, Building and Construction (Residential, Commercial and Industrial), Electrical and Electronics, and Others.
By Geography: North America (U.S, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia, Netherlands, Belgium, and Rest of Europe), APAC (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand, Indonesia, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Rest of APAC), South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Rest of South America), and RoW (the Middle East and Africa).

Key Takeaways

• The global Ceramic Flap Disc Market size is increasing due to high demand for applications in metalworking, woodworking, semiconductor manufacturing, welding machining and heavy-duty equipment. Thus, it will drive the market growth for the Ceramic Flap Disc Market during the forecast period.
• Ceramic Flap Disc Market has substantial growth in demand for nylon, plastic, fiberglass, and polycotton in the automotive industry. This factor is projected to propel the market growth in the coming years.
• Asia Pacific held key share of the global Ceramic Flap Disc Market in 2021. Rise in demand for Ceramic Flap Disc Market due to Increase in demand from the aerospace industry is anticipated to augment the market growth during the forecast period.

 Figure: North America Ceramic Flap Disc Market Revenue, 2021-2027 (US$ Million)

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Ceramic Flap Disc Market Segment Analysis – By Type

Fiberglass segment held the largest share of over 21% in the Ceramic Flap Disc Market in the year 2021. Fiberglass relies on a combination of natural minerals and human-made compounds. It uses silica sand which contributes in providing strength to the fiberglass. Fiberglass has high resistance to corrosion because the materials which is being used is ideal for various end-use industries, such as construction, automotive & transportation, aerospace and marine. Due to its property fiberglass are widely being used in construction areas. According to The Office of National Statistics, Great Britain saw monthly construction output increased by 1.1% in volume terms in January 2022 and is now at its highest level since September 2019. Thus, use of fiberglass in construction, will continue to drive the market growth of global ceramic flap disc industry.

Ceramic Flap Disc Market Segment Analysis- By End-Use Industry

Aerospace industry held the largest share of around 24% in the Ceramic Flap Disc Market in 2021. The aerospace sector is expected to witness strong growth in the market, owing to increase in investment from government in this sector. Ceramic flap armour plates are even gradually replacing steel protective components in the military sector, providing improved ballistic impact resistance without increasing aircraft mass profiles. ceramic flap disc components offer resistance to high temperatures, they provide excellent electrical and radio frequency insulation, are extremely durable and resistant to repeated and extreme thermal cycling and mechanical wear, are corrosion resistant and chemically inert, with a high strength to density ratio. According to Invest India, at present, India stands at around US$900 Million and is anticipated to grow to US$4.33 Billion by 2025 increasing at a CAGR of about 14-15%. The Indian drone industry will have a total turnover of up to US$ 1.8 billion by 2026.Thus, use of ceramic flap in the aerospace industry, will bolster the market growth of global ceramic flap disc in the forecast period.

Ceramic Flap Disc Market Segment Analysis – By Geography

North America dominated Ceramic Flap Disc Market in the year 2021 with a market share of around 37%, followed by Europe and Asia-Pacific. Geopolitical tensions are continuing to exaggerate the demand for military vehicles, elevating defence spending across the globe. North America, being at the forefront, is expected to consume a hefty volume of ceramic flap discs due to the expanding aerospace industry. Total automotive OEM investments have been increasing, attributing to the surge in demand for ceramic flap discs across United States, and Mexico. Against the maturing business cycle, the demand for ceramic flap discs in manufacturing is expected to plummet in the coming years. Moreover, the growth in the Latin America ceramic flap discs market remains lacklustre in the coming years amid conflicting dynamics. Thus, it will continue to drive the market growth for the Ceramic Flap Disc Market.

Ceramic Flap Disc market Drivers

Growing demand from Automotive Industry

In engine design or exhaust systems automotive industry demands for seal rings, bearings and sealing technology that are especially high. Ceramic Flap Disc Market ensures wear resistance, temperature resistance and stability in these aggressive environments. Automotive industry uses ceramic materials such as silicon nitride, zirconium oxide and alumina in a variety of ways in seal ring, bearing and sealing technology for automotive and vehicle engineering components. Uses range from valves and sensor bodies to seal rings, seals and rollers for fuel pumps, water pumps or roller bearings all the way to friction bearings and shafts. Rise in demand from automotive industry is expected to boost the Ceramic Flap Disc Market in the near future. According to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, global sales of passenger vehicles were US$711 billion in 2020. Thus, use of global ceramic flap disc in the automotive industry will continue to drive the market growth of global ceramic flap disc industry.

Growing demand from Electrical and Electronics 

Temperature stability and mechanical strength are the properties that makes global ceramic flap disc as a suitable material to be used in electronics. These discs made with refrigerant additives or ceramic cloth to prevent overheating and reduce burns of the processed material. It is one of the most common materials that are used to insulate the electrical equipment in industries and in electronics. Fiberglass coatings are done on wiring to insulate them. According to the Invest India, India’s domestic production in electronics has increased from US$29 Bn in 2014-15 to US$67 Bn in 2020-21. Global electronic devices market was estimated to be US$2.9 Tn in 2020. India’s share in the global electronic systems manufacturing industry has grown from 1.3% in 2012 to 3.6% in 2019. Thus, use ceramic coating in electronics, will continue to drive the market demand for ceramic flap disc industry.

Ceramic Flap Disc Market Challenges

Disadvantages associated with the use of global ceramic flap disc

The office of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has developed guidelines regarding the handling and production of fiberglass. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has regulations regarding the installation and use of fiberglass products as well as the pollutants produced during production. Large fiberglass fibers irritate the skin, eyes, and can get into the upper respiratory tract of workers. Exposure to fiberglass can lead to serious health conditions and risk. Constant exposure to fiberglass by unprotected skin leads to irritation and rash, while inhaling fiberglass dust irritates the nose, throat, and breathing passages. Due to these factors market growth for ceramic flap disc is expected to hamper the growth of the market globally over the forecast period. 

Ceramic Flap Disc Market Landscape

Product launches, acquisitions, and R&D activities are key strategies adopted by players in the market. Ceramic Flap Disc Market top 10 companies are:

1. 3M
2. Würth Canada Limited
3. Cibo
4. Camel Grinding Wheels Works Sarid LTD
5. TYROLIT Group
6. Rigo Abrasives Co., Ltd.
7. Henan Sanders Abrasives CO., Ltd.
8. Dronco GmbH
9. BLUESHARK Abrasives Co., Ltd.
10. Weiler

Recent Developments

• In November 2021, 3M India on Monday announced the launch of Ceramic Coating for the Indian automotive and paint industry. The product has been launched to offer an improved solution to all issues related to exterior car surfaces.
  

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