Thermal spray coatings provide improved surface protection to manufactured products and components by preventing corrosion, abrasion, and scuffing and erosion. It aids in the restoration and repair of components. Ceramics are commonly utilized as hard ceramic coating materials because they provide great adherence. Zirconia, alumina, and yttria are some essential substrates for ceramic powder materials. Ceramic thermal spray coatings are widely utilized in cylinders, valves, rollers, and blades for paper production, hydraulic cylinders, biomedical implants, combustion liners, vanes, and so on. Ceramic coatings protect surfaces from corrosion, electrical insulation, and thermal insulation while also making substrates more wear-resistant.
Middle East & Africa Thermal Spray Market Driving Factors and Challenges
Driving Factors: Growing application in the aerospace sector- There is an increase in demand for enhancing aircraft fuel efficiency and performance, which is driving the rise of thermal spray coatings in the aerospace industry. These coatings are often utilized to protect the engine blades from severe temperatures. As a result, it contributes to the components' extended life, as well as their high reliability throughout time. Furthermore, the expanding refurbishment plans for replacing outdated aircraft components are driving the demand for coatings globally. In addition, the aerospace business is expanding as the travel industry grows. All of these reasons eventually drive the expansion of the thermal spray coatings market.
Challenges: The process of thermal spray painting creates dust that is full of tiny, potentially explosive particles that are dangerous to breathe in. During the coating process, it also releases phosgene gas when hydrocarbon vapours are subjected to UV light. Various organizations have imposed laws as a result of the threat these hazards pose to occupational safety. In order to safeguard thermal spray painting employees from potential risks, governments also impose stringent regulations. These rules may address worker training, ventilation standards, handling of chemicals and materials, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Impact of COVID-19 on Middle East & Africa Thermal Spray Market
The global thermal spray market has been considerably impacted by the COVID-19 epidemic. The virus's global propagation caused operational interruptions in a number of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and energy. Lockdowns, supply chain disruptions, and reduced manufacturing capacity all contributed to lower demand for thermal spray coatings. Furthermore, the pandemic's economic uncertainties caused some businesses to postpone or cancel projects that might have otherwise used these coatings. Despite these hurdles, the market remained resilient, notably in healthcare-related industries, where demand for specialized coatings on medical devices and equipment grew.
Middle East & Africa Thermal Spray Market Key Players:
The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players such as Aisher APM LLC, AMETEK Inc, Castolin Eutectic GmbH, CENTERLINE (WINDSOR) LIMITED (Supersonic Spray Technologies), CRS Holdings LLC, Fisher Barton, H.C. Starck Inc, Hunter Chemical LLC, Kennametal Inc, Linde PLC, Oerlikon Metco, Saint-Gobain, Sandvik AB6, Thermion and Others.
Middle East & Africa Thermal Spray Market Segmentation:
By Product Type: Based on the Product Type, Middle East & Africa Thermal Spray Market is segmented as; Coatings, Materials, Thermal Spray Equipment.
By Thermal Spray Coatings and Finishes: Based on the Thermal Spray Coatings and Finishes, Middle East & Africa Thermal Spray Market is segmented as; Combustion, Electric Energy.
By End User Industry: Based on the End User Industry, Middle East & Africa Market Thermal Spray is segmented as; Aerospace, Industrial Gas Turbines, Automotive, Electronics, Oil and Gas, Medical Devices, Energy and Power.
By Region: This research also includes data for Saudi Arabia, South Africa, UAE, Rest of Middle East & Africa.
This study also encompasses various drivers and restraining factors of this market for the forecast period. Various growth opportunities are also discussed in the report.