Fiber Thermoplastics Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth 2024
Fiber
thermoplastics are composite materials that consist of high performance
fibers such as glass fiber and carbon fiber. These fibers are further
impregnated in a matrix of thermoplastics such as polycarbonates through
melt and compression molding processes. Fiber thermoplastics possess
good electrical conductivity, high strength, low moisture absorption,
and low coefficient of thermal expansion. They offer high impact
strength and chemical stability. Furthermore, fiber thermoplastics are
recyclable, and are regarded as lightweight materials. They are
environmentally acceptable, as solvents are not used in their
production. They also do not emit volatile organic compounds. Fiber
thermoplastics are generally 40% and 20% lighter than steel and
aluminum, respectively. They are widely used in aerospace & defense,
consumer goods, automobile, and electrical & electronics
industries.
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Based
on product type, the fiber thermoplastics market has been segmented
into long fiber reinforced thermoplastics (LFRT), short fiber reinforced
thermoplastics (SFRT), continuous fiber thermoplastics (CFT), and glass
mat thermoplastics (GMT). Demand for SFRT is expected to rise at a
significant pace, as it offers better mechanical properties in terms of
strength, elastic stiffness, and creep and fatigue endurance. Based on
fiber type, the market has been bifurcated into glass fiber and carbon
fiber. Currently, the fiber thermoplastics market is dominated by carbon
fiber; however, carbon fiber is expensive and delicate in handling.
Thus, glass fiber is anticipated to surpass carbon fiber in the next few
years. Glass fiber possesses high strength; flexibility; durability;
stability; light weight; and resistance to heat, temperature, and
moisture. These factors are driving the market for fiber thermoplastics.
Based on resin type, the market has been divided into polypropylene
(PP), polyamide (PA), polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), polyetherimide
(PEI), polyphenylene sulfide (PPS), and polyetheretherketone (PEEK).
Demand for PA, PEI, and PEEK is estimated to increase at a moderate pace
during the forecast period due to the expansion in end-use industries.
Growth
in end-user industries such as aerospace & defense and automobiles
is projected to boost the demand for fiber thermoplastics during the
forecast period. Increase in usage of carbon fiber and glass fiber in
commercial aircraft such as Airbus A320, Airbus A350 XWB, and the
Gulfstream Aerospace G650 due to their characteristics such as better
surface quality, high rigidity, and less product rejection at extreme
temperatures have made fiber thermoplastics more attractive than metals.
Furthermore, rise in demand for light weight materials to achieve high
fuel efficiency in automotive production is likely to propel the demand
for fiber thermoplastics during the forecast period. Fluctuation in
prices of raw materials may hamper market growth. However, enhancement
in product performance through innovation is expected to provide
lucrative opportunities for market players.
Geographically,
the fiber thermoplastics market has been segmented into North America,
Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa.
Currently, North America is the leading region of the fiber
thermoplastics market, followed by Europe and Asia Pacific. The U.S. and
Canada are the key consumers of fiber thermoplastics, led by the
increase in demand for these thermoplastics in automotive and aerospace
industries. Technological advancement and new product launches are
estimated to boost the demand for fiber thermoplastics in the U.S during
the forecast period. Rise in workforce and development of industrial
infrastructure in Asia Pacific has led to the steady growth of
industries such as automotive, electrical & electronics, aerospace,
and consumer goods. Japan, one of the pioneers in electronics, is
another market in Asia that is witnessing steady growth in fiber
thermoplastics. Europe is projected to follow suit owing to the presence
of well-established automotive markets in Germany and Italy.
Furthermore, some of the prominent players in the aerospace industry
operate in Europe. This is projected to augment the fiber thermoplastics
market in the region in the near future.
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Key
players operating in the fiber thermoplastics market include Cytec
Industries, Owens Corning, Toray Industries, Momentive Performance
Materials Inc., SGL Group, AGY Holdings Corporation, and Huntsman
Corporation.
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