Metal and Mineral Industry Overview

Automotive valves refer to the mechanical components manufactured by automotive valve manufacturers that are used in internal combustion engines to allow or restrict the flow of gas or fluid back and forth between the cylinders or combustion compartments while the engine is running. An automobile valve works in a similar way that other valves do. The performance of several systems such as engine valves and ignition systems directly depend on the automotive valves. The main product types in automotive valves are engine valves, air-conditioner valves, brake valves, thermostat valves, fuel system valves, solenoid valves, exhaust gas recirculation valves, tire valves, and AT control valves. Engine valves are mechanical devices used in internal combustion engines to control the flow of gas or liquid into and out of the cylinders or combustion chambers while the engine is running. The propulsion and components involved are the internal combustion engine (ice) and electric vehicle that are used in various vehicle types such as passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, buses, and trucks. The various applications involved are engine systems, HVAC systems, brake systems, and others. The automotive valves market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides automotive valves market statistics, including automotive valves industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with automotive valves market share, detailed automotive valves market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the automotive valves industry. This automotive valve market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry. The global automotive valves market is expected to grow from $28.64 billion in 2022 to $30.02 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The automotive valves market is expected to grow to $35.69 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 4.4%. The growing adoption of hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) is expected to propel the growth of the automotive valves market going forward. A hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) is a vehicle that combines an internal combustion engine (ICE) propulsion system with an electric propulsion system. Automotive valves from both internal combustion engine (ICE) and battery electric vehicles (BEV) vehicles are used in HEVs. which include HVAC valves, solenoid valves, brake combination valves, and tire valves. The automotive valves support HEV with their smooth functioning. For instance, according to Gadgets 360, an Indian-based media brand, the US sales of hybrid vehicle sales jumped 76 percent to 801,550 vehicles in 2021, whereas hybrid electric vehicles in the United States with 5.8 million units sold in December 2020. Therefore, the growing adoption of hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) is driving the growth of the automotive valves market. Product innovations are a key trend gaining popularity in the automotive valve market. Major players in the automotive valves sector are focused on product innovations to sustain their marketplace. For an instance, in October 2021, Emerson, a US-based machinery manufacturer, launched the first comprehensive valve assemblies. These Innovative features can improve critical performance specifications in safety instrumented systems by up to 50%. This valve will fulfill safety integrity level (SIL) 3 as per the IEC 61508 standard of the International Electrotechnical Commission. Without this system, consumers will have to define every single valve component, buy each one separately, then put them all together to make a functional whole. This form of custom assembly will not offer all the advantages of the Digital Isolation assembly, even if the procedures are followed exactly. In September 2021, Kitz Corporation, a Japan-based manufacturer of valves acquired TOA Valve Engineering Inc. for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, both companies aim to further boost their corporate value and expand their businesses by mutually sharing strategies, technologies, and strengths related to valves. TOA Valve Engineering Inc. is a Japan-based industrial valve manufacturing company. Major players in the automotive valves market are Robert Bosch GmbH, Continental AG, Denso Corporation, BorgWarner Inc., Schaeffler AG, Eaton Corporation plc., Federal-Mogul Corporation, MAHLE GmbH, Jinan Worldwide Auto-Accessory Limited ICP, Magna International Inc., SSV Valves, G&S Valves, Crown International, IVAM srl, Valeo S.A., Aptiv PLC., Tenneco, and Cummins Inc. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive valves market in 2022. The regions covered in the automotive valves market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the automotive valves market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The automotive valves market consists of sales of poppet valve, sleeve valve, rotary valve and reed valves. 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. The global automotive valves market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Engine Valves, Air-Conditioner Valves, Brake Valves, Thermostat Valves, Fuel System Valves, Solenoid Valves, Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valves, Tire Valves, AT Control Valves 2) By Propulsion and Component: Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), Electric Vehicle 3) By Vehicle Type: Passenger Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles, Buses, Truck 4) By Application: Engine System, HVAC System, Brake System, Other Applications

Ceramic sanitary ware refers to the bathroom fixtures and fittings and waste disposal appliances installed in bathrooms and restrooms. The main types of ceramic sanitary ware are washbasin and kitchen sinks, faucets, water closets, bathtubs, bidets, urinals, and others. A washbasin refers to a sizable bowl for washing both face and hands. A kitchen sink refers to a sink in the kitchen for washing utensils, vegetables, and other such things. The technologies involved are slip casting, spaceless, jiggering, pressure casting, isostatic casting, and others that are distributed by online and offline channels and used for commercial and residential end uses. The ceramic sanitary ware market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides ceramic sanitary ware market statistics, including ceramic sanitary ware industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with ceramic sanitary ware market share, detailed ceramic sanitary ware market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the ceramic sanitary ware industry. This ceramic sanitary ware market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry. The global ceramic sanitary ware market is expected to grow from $32.11 billion in 2022 to $34.41 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The ceramic sanitary ware market is expected to grow to $44.55 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 6.7%. A rise in demand for the construction and building sectors is expected to propel the growth of the ceramic sanitary ware market going forward. The construction sector refers to the sector of industry and trade that deals with creating, maintaining, and repairing infrastructures. Ceramic sanitary ware is used in the building and construction industry to ensure that cleanliness is maintained in the home, business, or any other structure being created, and therefore it must be carefully designed and planned. Hence, the rising demand for construction and building will rise the demand for ceramic sanitary ware. For instance, in June 2021, according to a report published by Canada's national statistical agency, the investment in building construction increased from $14,294 million in April 2019 to $19,273 million in 2020. Furthermore, in the 2022 U.S. Construction Cost Trends report, the U.S., total construction spending has increased by 16% since the pandemic's onset. Therefore, the rise in demand for the construction and building sectors is driving the growth of the ceramic sanitary ware market. The introduction of technologically advanced products is a key trend gaining popularity in the ceramic sanitary ware market. Major companies operating in the market are developing products with advanced technologies to sustain their position in the ceramic sanitaryware market. For instance, in September 2020, VitrA, a Turkey-based manufacturer of sanitaryware, bathroom furniture, brassware, and ceramic tiles launched its technologically advanced V-Care Smart Toilet, with Rim-ex technology. It includes unique features like several washing options, a built-in bidet nozzle that offers gender-specific cleaning options, and a bidet nozzle that automatically cleans itself before and after each usage. The user can also control the water as they see fit. Compared to a regular WC, VitrA Rim-ex technology keeps the toilet 95% more hygienic. The inside bowl of the toilet has no rim, and hidden installation technology makes it simple to clean and keep germ-free. In June 2021, Roca Group, a Spain-based company operating in the sanitary ware market acquired Sanit for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Roca Group aims to incorporate high-value-added technology into its product portfolio and combine items into whole bathroom solutions, boosting its position as a global leader. Sanit is a Germany-based manufacturer of ceramic sanitary ware products. Major players in the ceramic sanitary ware market are Geberit Group, Kohler Co., TOTO Ltd., LIXIL Corporation, Roca Sanitario S.A., Villeroy & Boch AG, R.A.K. Ceramics, Duravit AG, Jaquar Group, Eros Sanitaryware, Grohe AG, Ideal Standard International, Cersanit SA, Somany Ceramic Pvt. Ltd., and Laufen Bathroom AG. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the ceramic sanitary ware market in 2022. The regions covered in the ceramic sanitary ware market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the ceramic sanitary ware market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The ceramic sanitary ware market consists of sales of toilet sinks and water closet, cisterns, vanity basins and accessories that are used in bathrooms and toilets for cleansing and plumbing activities. 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. The global ceramic sanitary ware market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Washbasin and Kitchen Sinks, Faucets, Water Closets, Bathtubs, Bidets, Urinals, Other Product Types 2) By Technology: Slip Casting, Spagless, Jiggering, Pressure Casting, Isostatic Casting, Other Technologies 3) By Distribution Channel: Online, Offline 4) By End Use: Commercial, Residential

Gate openers refers to mechanical systems that move the gate to provide the motion to open and close the gate with efficient and convenient access to the home, office, or industrial facility with an added layer of protection. The main types of gate openers are sliding gate openers, swing gate openers, and others. Sliding gate opener refers to a mechanical system that is used to slide gates, which open and close horizontally using rollers. The products involved are linear ram, underground, articulated ram, sliding, and others that are used for residential, commercial, industrial, and other applications. The gate openers market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides gate openers market statistics, including gate openers industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with gate openers market share, detailed gate openers market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the gate openers industry. This gate openers market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry. The global gate openers market is expected to grow from $1.46 billion in 2022 to $1.55 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The gate openers market is expected to grow to $1.89 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 5.1%. The growing popularity of home automation is driving the growth of the gate opener market going forward. Home automation refers to the network of hardware, communication, and electronic interfaces that connects commonplace products over the internet, in which each item contains sensors and WiFi-connected to control the home via smartphone or tablet remotely. This speeds up mundane tasks, allowing the user increased comfort and convenience. Gate openers in home automation help with advanced control of gates conveniently in remote accessing such as in controlling the gates/garages while arriving or leaving and also to control access of visitors. For instance, according to FutureIoT, a Singapore-based IoT publication, in 2022 more than 54% of US households have at least one smart home gadget, making smart homes the norm due to ease of use, extreme convenience, and an increased sense of security. Additionally, the adoption rates of smart homes have reached 50% in the UK, 40% in Germany, and 38% in France. Therefore, the growing popularity of home automation is expected to propel the growth of the gate opener market. Technological advancement is the key trend that is gaining popularity in the gate opener market going forward. Major companies operating in the market are focused on research and development for product advancements to gain a competitive edge in the market. For instance, in July 2022, LiftMaster, a US-based company operating in the designing and engineering of residential gate openers, commercial gate operators, and gate entry systems, introduced IHSL24UL, a heavy-duty slide gate operator for moving the largest and heaviest gates used in industrial and guarded industrial applications. IHSL24UL industrial operator is capable of sliding gates up to 5,500 pounds and 90 feet long. Additionally, IHSL24UL consist of heavy-duty driving systems and brushless DC motors which offers high push power with industrial robustness to satisfy the requirements of Class III & IV applications such as manufacturing, transportation, municipality, utility, and warehouse environments. In November 2021, FAAC Group, an Italy-based multinational company operating in access automation, parking, and access control business in both the residential and industrial acquired Assa Abloy AB for $97.3 million (EUR 100 million). Through this acquisition, FAAC Group aims to be the single supplier of ASSA ABLOY automatic pedestrian door products including swing, slide and revolving door systems and operators in the United Kingdom. Assa Abloy AB is a Sweden-based conglomerate operating in products and services related to locks, doors, gates, and entrance automation. Major players in the gate openers market are FAAC Group, Chamberlain Group, Nice North America, DoorKing Inc., Novoferm Group, ELKA-Torantriebe GmbH u. Co. Betriebs KG, Bisen Smart Access Co Ltd., Zhejiang Xianfeng Machinery Co Ltd., Dalian Master Door Co Ltd., VMAG Automation Systems, BX Shinsei Seiki Co Ltd., Proteco Srl, Dorene Gate Openers, Al Kuhaimi Metal Industries Ltd., Hy-Security Gate Inc., Viking Access Systems, Automatic Technology Pty Ltd., LiftMaster, USAutomatic LLC, Allegion plc., Somfy, Came SPA, dormakaba Group, GEZE GmbH, Overhead Door Corporation, PILOMAT Srl, S M Dooromatics, Macs Automated Bollard Systems Ltd., RIB Srl, and Skylinkhome. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the gate openers market in 2022. The regions covered in the gate openers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the gate openers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The gate openers consists of sales of barrier arm gates, overhead gates, automatic gate openers, electric gate openers, heavy-duty, light-duty and solar gate openers. 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. The global gate openers market is segmented - 1) By Type: Sliding Gate Opener, Swing Gate Opener, Other Types 2) By Product Type: Linear Ram, Underground, Articulated Ram, Sliding, Other Product Type 3) By Application: Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Other Applications

An overhead door refers to a door that rotates on a horizontal axis and is supported horizontally whereas open and garage door refers to a large door on a garage that can either be opened manually or by a garage door opener. The materials included in the garage and overhead doors are aluminum, steel, wood, fiberglass, and vinyl. Steel refers to an alloy of iron and carbon containing less than 2% carbon and 1% manganese and small amounts of silicon, phosphorus, sulfur, and oxygen. The various applications include exterior and interior with residential and commercial end users. The garage and overhead doors market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides garage and overhead doors market statistics, including garage and overhead doors industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with garage and overhead doors market share, detailed garage and overhead doors market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the garage and overhead doors industry. This garage and overhead doors market research report deliver a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry. The global garage and overhead doors market is expected to grow from $6.55 billion in 2022 to $6.93 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The garage and overhead doors market is expected to grow to $8.46 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 5.1%. The rising investment in residential infrastructure projects and construction activities are expected to propel the growth of the garage and overhead door market going forward. Residential infrastructure and construction refer to public services and facilities necessary to support residential development, including sewer and water lines, wastewater treatment plants, waterworks, schools, parks, streets, street lights, and stormwater management facilities. The overhead garage doors have many advantages, and the ability to tailor construction projects to needs and make a greater addition to construction projects. For instance, according to FMI, a US-based consulting and investment banking firm, spending on engineering and construction overall in the United States increased by 8% in 2021. Construction of single-family homes is projected to cost $380 billion, a 22% increase from 2020. The expected value of multi-family home buildings increased by 18% last year to $111 billion. $92 billion was spent on a commercial building in 2021, an increase of 6% from the year before. Spending on home improvements rose by 19% in 2021. Therefore, the increase in investment in residential infrastructure projects and construction activities is driving the growth of the garage and overhead door markets. Technological advancements are a key trend gaining popularity in garages and the overhead door market. Major companies operating in the garage and overhead door markets are focused on innovating new technologies to sustain their position in the market. For instance, in November 2020, Centurion Garage Doors, an Australia-based firm providing quality garage doors and opening products launched a new MY CGD SmartPhone App and Garage Door Opener with a built-in camera and video access. After installing the app and downloading the new software the user can operate the garage door from anywhere and see exactly what's happening. Users can receive notifications from the app each time door is opened or closed. It keeps track of the condition of the door and notifies if anything is amiss. Users may check the full diagnostics, including activity, to find out when and who has entered and exited the building. In June 2022, Nucor Corporation, a US-based manufacturer of steel and related products acquired C.H.I. Overhead Doors for an amount of $3.0 billion. This acquisition is expected to increase Nucor's product offerings into markets that are a logical progression of the company's current operations and make use of its effective manufacturing strategy. C.H.I. Overhead Doors is a US-based manufacturer of high-quality residential garage doors, commercial doors, and rolling steel doors. Major players in the garage and overhead doors market are Clopay Corporation, Wayne Dalton, Raynor Garage Doors, Delden Garage Doors Inc., Hormann, Assa Abloy AB, Midland Garage Door, PerforMax Global LLC, Dynaco, Rite-Hite, Rytec Corporation, Chase Industries Inc., Goff's Enterprises Inc., and Sanwa Holdings Corporation. North America was the largest region in the garage and overhead doors market in 2022. The regions covered in the garage and overhead doors market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the garage and overhead doors market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The garage and overhead doors market consists of sales of sectional, roll-up, slide to the side, side hinged, tilt-up canopy, and tilt-up retractable garage and overhead doors. 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. The global garage and overhead doors market is segmented - 1) By Material: Aluminum, Steel, Wood, Fiberglass, Vinyl 2) By Application: Exterior Application, Interior Application 3) By End Users: Residential, Commercial

The medical ceramics refers to bioceramics that are used in the healthcare industry for a variety of applications, including dental materials and artificial bones and joints. A family of materials called bioceramics is utilized to replace or repair broken bone tissues. Depending on the use, medical ceramics can directly interact with the tissue in the area, either promoting tissue growth or, in the case of bioactive ceramics, triggering fresh tissue regeneration. The main types of medical ceramics are bioinert, bioactive, bioresorbable, and piezo ceramics. Bioinert refers to medical devices with superior chemical stability, biocompatibility, mechanical strength, corrosion restriction behavior, and wear resistance. The various application involved are dental, orthopedic, cardiovascular, plastic surgery, and other that are used by hospitals and clinics, specialty centers, and other end users. The medical ceramics market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides medical ceramics market statistics, including medical ceramics industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with medical ceramics market share, detailed medical ceramics market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the medical ceramics industry. This medical ceramics market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry. The global medical ceramics market is expected to grow from $16.75 billion in 2022 to $17.73 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The medical ceramics market is expected to grow to $21.90 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 5.4%. A rising number of hip & knee replacement procedures is expected to drive the medical ceramics market going forward. Knee replacement, also known as knee arthroplasty, is a procedure that includes partially or completely replacing the diseased joint with prosthetic components. The rising number of hip & knee replacement procedures require prosthetic components made of medical ceramics. For instance, in 2022, as per the report from the Center Orthopedic & Neurosurgical Care & Research, a US-based medical group, US total knee replacement surgeries are anticipated to increase by 673% to 3.5 million procedures annually by 2030. In their lifetimes, almost half of American adults will get knee osteoarthritis in at least one knee. Women receive about 60% of all knee replacement surgeries. According to estimates by personalized Orthopedic of palm Beach in November 2021, knee replacement surgery is carried out roughly 800,000 times a year in the United States alone, and that number is rising. Therefore, the rising number of hip and knee replacement procedures is driving the growth of the medical ceramics market. Technological advancements in medical ceramics are a key trend gaining popularity in the medical ceramics market. Major companies in the medical ceramics market are advancing technologies to gain a competitive edge in the market. For instance, in October 2022, Freudenberg Medical, LLC, a US-based company engaged in the development and production of innovative medical products launched HelixFlex high-purity thermoplastic elastomer tubing. This silicone tubing and components for bioprocessing, drug and vaccine production, filling and sampling, peristaltic pumping, lab, and medical device applications are in addition to its current line of pharmaceutical products. TPE tubing is perfect for pharmaceutical bioprocessing applications since it can be heat-sealed to existing tube lines by welding, making it feasible for fluid transfer and transport in biopharma operations to be done quickly, easily, and safely. In March 2022, Tata Steel Limited, an India-based steel-making company acquired Ceramat Pvt Ltd for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Tata group, the parent company of Tata Steel Ltd aims to be the first sector of choice in medical materials with great growth potential and the non-cyclical nature of advanced ceramics. Ceramat Pvt Ltd is an India-based company focused on advanced ceramics with healthcare. Major players in the medical ceramics market are 3M Company, CeramTec GmbH, CoorsTek Inc., Kyocera Corporation, Morgan Advanced Materials Plc., Rauschert GmbH & Co. KG, Straumann Group, Zimmer Biomet Holdings Inc., Admatec BV, BCE Special Ceramics GmbH, Elan Technology, Koninklijke DSM NV, Tosoh Corporation, PI Ceramic GmbH, Noritake Co. Limited, and Royal DSM. North America was the largest region in the medical ceramics market in 2022. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the medical ceramics market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the medical ceramics market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The medical ceramics market consists of sales of bioceramics that are designed to repair or reconstruct the damaged parts of human bodies. 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. The global medical ceramics market is segmented - 1) By Type: Bionert, Bioactive, Bioresorbable, Piezo Ceramics 2) By Application: Dental, Orthopedic, Cardiovascular, Plastic Surgery, Other Applications 3) By End User: Hospitals and Clinics, Specialty Centers, Other End Users

Stainless steel refers to an alloy of steel with chromium and other elements (such as nickel or molybdenum) that is practically immune to rusting and ordinary corrosion. It is used to provide corrosion resistance, high tensile strength, and durability. The main types of stainless steel are cold rolled flat, hot plate and sheet, cold bars and wire, hot bars and wire rods and others. Cold rolled flat refers to the process of strengthening steel by changing its shape without using heat. The grades are 200 series, 300 series, 400 series, duplex series and others, that are applied in building and construction, automotive and transportation, consumer goods, mechanical engineering and heavy industries and others. The stainless steel market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides stainless steel market statistics, including stainless steel industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a stainless steel market share, detailed stainless steel market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the stainless steel industry. This stainless steel market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry. The global stainless steel market is expected to grow from $144 billion in 2022 to $156.70 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The stainless steel market is expected to grow to $210.84 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.9%. Rapid growth in the automotive industry is expected to propel the stainless-steel market going forward. The automotive industry refers to several businesses and organizations engaged in the creation, production, marketing, and sale of automobiles. Stainless steel provides durability and aesthetic appeal that is utilized by the automotive industry. For instance, in May 2022, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers, an Indian-based agency representing all vehicle and vehicular engine manufacturers, reported that the total number of automobiles produced in 2020 was 22,65K units, which increased to 22.93K in 2021 in India. Further, in 2021, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association, a Belgium-based automotive industry standards group, 79.1 million automobiles were produced in the year 2021, a 1.3% rise from 2020 across the globe. Therefore, rapid growth in the automotive industry is driving the growth of the stainless steel market. Product innovations are a key trend gaining popularity in the stainless-steel market. Major companies operating in the stainless steel market are focused on developing new product innovations to strengthen their position. For instance, in December 2021, Jindal Stainless, an India-based company operating in stainless steel launched branded stainless steel variant of chequered sheets 'Jindal Infinity'. The unique feature is that it is made from high-end 409M grade stainless steel. These qualities would render the sheet a far superior and cost-efficient alternative for any application. In March 2020, Acerinox S.A, a Spain-based stainless steel manufacturing company, acquired VDM Metals Holding GmbH for an amount of €532 million ($529.70 million). With this acquisition, Acerinox increases its steel product portfolio to serve various sectors such as aerospace, the chemical industry, and so on and improves its high-quality customer base across the globe. VDM Metals Holding GmbH is a Germany-based company operating in Stainless Steel. Major players in the stainless steel market are Acerinox SA, Aperam SA, ArcelorMittal SA, China Baowu Steel Group Corporation Ltd., Jindal Steel and Power Limited, Nippon Steel Corporation, Outokumpu Oyj, Yieh Corporation, Tata Steel Limited, Steel Authority of India Limited, Essar Steel India Limited, Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited, Mahindra Ugine Steel, JFE Steel Corporation, and AK Steel Holdings Corporation. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the stainless steel market in 2022. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the stainless steel report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the stainless steel market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The stainless steel market consists of sales of austenitic stainless steel, ferritic stainless steel, duplex stainless steel, and martensitic stainless steel. 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. The global stainless steel market is segmented - 1) By Type: Cold Rolled Flat, Hot Plate and Sheet, Cold Bars and Wire, Hot Bars and Wire Rod, Other Types 2) By Grade: 200 Series, 300 Series, 400 Series, Duplex series, Other Grades 3) By Application: Building and Construction, Automotive and Transportation, Consumer Goods, Mechanical Engineering and Heavy Industries, Other Applications

Aluminum refers to the most abundant metal element and belongs to the lightweight silvery white metal obtaining its name from the alumina mineral. The main product types of aluminum are primary and secondary aluminum. Primary aluminum refers to aluminum obtained during the electrolytic reduction of metallurgical alumina. The processing methods include flat-rolled, castings, extrusions, forgings, pigments and powder, rod and bar, which are used by end-users such as construction, transportation, packaging, electrical, consumer durables, machinery and equipment and others. The aluminum market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides aluminum market statistics, including aluminum industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with an aluminum market share, detailed aluminum market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the aluminum industry. This aluminum market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global aluminum market is expected to grow from $153.06 billion in 2022 to $165.23 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The aluminum market is expected to grow to $215.14 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 6.8%. Rising demand from the automotive industry is expected to propel the growth of the aluminum market going forward. The automotive industry refers to several businesses and organizations engaged in the creation, production, marketing, and sale of automobiles. The growing automotive industry uses high amounts of aluminum to provide durability and aesthetic appeal. For instance, in May 2022, the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers, an Indian-based agency representing all vehicle and vehicular engine manufacturers, reported that the total number of automobiles produced in 2020 was 22.6 million units, which increased to 22.9 million in 2021 in India. Further, in 2021, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association, a Belgium-based automotive industry standards group, 79.1 million automobiles were produced 2021, a 1.3% rise from 2020 across the globe. Therefore, rapid growth in the automotive industry is driving the growth of the aluminum market. Innovations in material development are a key trend gaining popularity in the aluminum market. Major players are concentrating their efforts on creating innovative materials to sustain their position in the aluminum market. For instance, in February 2022, Vedanta Aluminium Limited, an India-based metal mining company specializing in aluminum production, launched Restora. Restora is a green aluminum with a low carbon footprint. It provides an aluminum smelter using renewable energy and prevents environmental pollution. In April 2021, Kaiser Aluminum Corporation, a US-based aluminum manufacturing company, acquired Alcoa Warrick LLC for a deal amount of $670 million. Through this acquisition, Kaiser increases its aluminum product portfolio, employee workforce, and product reach in North America. Alcoa Warrick LLC is a US-based company operating in aluminum. Major players in the aluminum market are United Company RUSAL, Aluminum Corporation of China Limited, Rio Tinto Group, Aluminium Bahrain BSC, Kaiser Aluminum Corporation, China Hongqiao Group Limited, Dubai Aluminium Company Limited, Norsk Hydro ASA, Century Aluminum Company, Shandong Xinfa Aluminum Co., Ltd., Emirates Global Aluminium Jebel Ali, East Hope Group Company Limited, Vedanta Resources, Reliance Steel & Aluminum, and Hindalco. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the aluminum market in 2022 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the aluminum report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the aluminum market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The aluminum market consists of sales of flat products, extruded products, forged products, long products, cast products, and others. 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. The global aluminum market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Primary Aluminum, Secondary Aluminum 2) By Processing Method: Flat rolled, Castings, Extrusions, Forgings, Pigments and Powder, Rod and Bar 3) By End-user: Construction, Transportation, Packaging, Electrical, Consumer durables, Machinery and Equipment, Other End-users

Iron and steel casting refers to the method of shaping molten metal in molds to create finished iron and steel goods. These are used to create a variety of intermediate goods that are used in a broad range of application sectors. The main types of iron and steel casting are large casting, medium casting and small casting. Large casting refers to the iron and steel casting of higher weight material which is of more than 500 kgs or larger than 1 meter. The various material type includes gray iron, ductile iron, steel, and malleable iron and is applied in automotive and transport, pipes and fittings, pumps and valves, machinery and equipment and others. These are used by machine tools, mining, transportation, construction, electrical, steel industry, and others. The iron and steel casting market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides iron and steel casting market statistics, including iron and steel casting industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with iron and steel casting market share, detailed iron, and steel casting market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the iron and steel casting industry. This iron and steel casting market research report deliver a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global iron and steel casting market is expected to grow from $152.70 billion in 2022 to $163.16 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The iron and steel casting market is expected to grow to $204 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 5.7%. Government investments in infrastructure are expected to propel the growth of the iron and steel casting market going forward. Investments in infrastructure refer to tangible assets, including elements like the energy infrastructure, roads, bridges, and highways we use every day. Cast iron and steel are used to create building structures and as construction materials. For instance, in March 2022, the government of US announced an additional investment of $166.5 million in 108 infrastructure projects as part of implementing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, also known as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Therefore, investment in infrastructure by governments is driving the growth of the iron and steel casting market. Product innovations are a key trend gaining popularity in the iron and steel casting market. Major companies operating in the iron and steel casting market are focused on developing new products with advanced features to sustain their position in the market. For instance, in June 2022, Brakes India, an India-based manufacturer of automotive braking systems, and Volvo Group, a Sweden-based multinational manufacturing corporation, jointly launched the industry's first Green Iron Castings, created at the former's foundries and used to construct the latter's engines as part of the partners' shared commitment to lowering carbon emissions. Green castings offer the unique capability of reducing CO2 emissions by 0.86 million tonnes for Volvo and 210 million tonnes for the industry when completely implemented. In August 2022, ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India, an India-based joint venture between ArcelorMittal and Nippon Steel acquired infrastructure assets from the Essar group for $2.4 billion. The acquisition is expected to help AM/NS ramp up its capacity for steel manufacturing. Essar group is an India-based manufacturer of cast iron plates operating in the iron and steel casting market. Major players in the iron & steel casting market are ArcelorMittal S.A., Amsted Rail, Tata Steel Ltd., Evraz plc, Hitachi Metals Ltd., Nucor Corporation, Kobe Steel Ltd., The ESCO Group, Calmet, Hyundai Steel Co. Ltd., Nelcast Limited, OSCO Industries Inc., Peekay Steel, Impro Industries USA Inc., and MetalTek International. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the iron and steel casting market in 2022 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the iron and steel casting report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the iron and steel casting market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The iron and steel casting market includes revenues earned by entities by centrifugal casting, pressure dies casting, plaster casting, lost-foam casting, vacuum casting, sand casting process, and other types. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included. 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. The global iron and steel casting market is segmented - 1) By Type: Large Casting, Medium Casting, Small Casting 2) By Material Type: Gray Iron, Ductile Iron, Steel, Malleable Iron 3) By Application Type: Automotive and Transport, Pipes and Fittings, Pumps and Valves, Machinery and Equipment, Other Applications 4) By End-Use Type: Machine Tools, Mining, Transportation, Construction, Electrical, Steel Industry, Other end-users