Physical vapor deposition (PVD) has expanded over the past several decades. More sophisticated manufacturing and fabrication techniques and smaller-size products have broadened the demand for vapor-deposited materials. A variety of new and existing products requires properties that best can be delivered by vacuum-deposited films on an expanding variety of substrates.
The goal of PVD is to impart specific properties to a surface to change or alter its characteristics. Major reasons for depositing coatings and materials are to improve performance, create unique properties and reduce costs. It usually is less expensive to modify the surface of an existing component than to substitute a more expensive one.
This updated BCC report examines the current position of PVD technologies and materials used in key industries. The study focuses on the materials and types of PVD systems being used to meet demands for more sophisticated products. Analysis is made of the major types of PVD systems and materials used to manufacture products in seven key industries.
SCOPE OF STUDY
The report contains:
An overview of deposition technologies and future trends
A discussion of applications and the properties imparted by PVD
A review and assessment of demand trends and their impact on PVD
Identification of market drivers within each industry
Analysis of materials deposited by PVD by their basic functions, such as wear-resistance, abrasion and corrosion-resistance, conductivity and barrier protection
Market projections of PVD equipment shipments within each industry by type of system through 2010
Market projections of material shipments along with PVD service revenues through 2010
Details of the worldwide industry structure including leading providers of equipment and services.
METHODOLOGY
BCC presents an analysis of the value of PVD systems, materials deposited and services provided by type of system, material and industry segment. Estimated value is what manufacturers and material providers have paid in current dollars. Then, based on its surveys, BCC analyzes industry growth in relation to the growth of PVD technology, calculates estimates of growth and forecasts shipments for 2010.
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REPORT HIGHLIGHTS
The value of worldwide shipments of PVD equipment is estimated to be 5.2 billion by 2005 and is forecast to rise at an average annual growth rate (AAGR) of 10.1%, and reach $8.4 billion by 2010.
The value of materials deposited will reach $1.1 billion in 2005 and is expected to rise at an AAGR of 11.1% to $1.8 billion by 2010.
The value of PVD services was $1.0 billion in 2005 and is projected to expand at an AAGR of 9.0%.
The microelectronics industry, encompassing semiconductors, components and flat panel displays, remains the largest market segment with data storage representing the fastest growing.
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