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According to a new research study by Transparency Market Research (TMR), the rivalry between Johnson Matthey, Henkel AG & Co. KgaA, Heraeus Holding, and Kester define the competitive landscape of the global market for solder flux. A large number of established players with state-of-art technical capabilities operate in this highly fragmented market.

The top three leading players in the global waterproofing admixtures market are Mapei S.p.A, BASF SE, and SIKA AG. These players collectively held a share of 34.9% in 2015 in the global market. The aggressive marketing strategies of these players and their strong research and development activities have helped them maintain the leadership in the global market. In the coming years, several players in the global market are expected to focus on the development of highly efficient products that will deliver improved durability to structures by enhancing their water resistance, states Transparency Market Research.

Transparency Market Research observes that the global Ag paste market is moderately fragmented. The market currently faces threat from cheaper substitutes that are being developed by competitors. However, if players can cater to the soaring demand for Ag paste in the solar industry, they can overcome the hurdles to book whopping profits. Currently, the players are focused on expanding their geographical reach by making long-term supply agreements with buyers. The leading players in the global market are Johnson Matthey, Metalor, Dupont, and Heraeus Holding.

Transparency Market Research states that the global ultra-low alpha (ULA) metal market is facing moderate competition. The leading players operating in the global market are Honeywell International Inc., Indium Corporation, Pure Technologies, and DUKSAN Hi-Metal Co., Ltd. Wide product portfolio of these companies has helped them gain an edge over the others in the coming years. The booming aviation and automotive industries are expected to offer players in the global market ample opportunities to grow in the coming years. Thus, several players are steering the development of their products to suit the requirements of these industries.

The Asia Pacific surfactants market is highly fragmented due to the presence of several players with small shares. An assessment of the competitive landscape by Transparency Market Research states that the entry for new players is relatively difficult. To remain ahead of the competition key players are expected to focus on product innovation. Development of bio-based surfactants also remains underway as several manufacturers are noticing the demand for safer raw materials for personal care products. Some of the leading players in the market are The Dow Chemical Company, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Akzo Nobel N.V., and Galaxy Surfactants Limited.

Polymer dispersions are water-borne emulsion polymers with colloidal particles in a stabilized state. Polymer dispersions are used in various applications in different industry verticals such as inks, adhesives, paints, coatings, papers, adhesives, sealants, and decorative and protective coating. The type of polymer dispersion can be selected based on the particle size and presence of solid content. Film-forming polymer dispersions are primarily employed to provide protection from water, water vapor, grease, oil, and other substances.

Demand for aircraft tires is increasing in the commercial aviation and defense industry. Most aircraft tires are handmade according to the guidelines of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Extensive engineering calculation is involved in determining the type and size of tires that meet normal as well as emergency requirements.

According to the latest market report published by Persistence Market Research, titled "Global Cancer Supportive Care Products Market: High consumption of Erythropoietin Stimulating Agents to drive the market for Global Cancer Supportive Care Drugs," the global cancer supportive care products market is projected to expand at a CAGR of 4.3% during the forecast period (2015–2021).

Water heating is considered as the top energy expense in the home. However, homeowners are looking for better water heaters to reduce their monthly bill. This is leading the manufacturers to develop innovative products that consume less energy. With consumers moving towards adopting tankless and high-efficiency water heater technology, the manufacturers of water heaters are focusing on redesigning their products to maintain their position in the global water heater market. Tankless water heaters offer space-saving benefits and are highly efficient. Meanwhile, governments in different countries are also encouraging the use of natural sources of energy, thereby driving the demand for solar water heaters. Energy efficient hybrid water heaters are also being developed on a large scale by manufacturers.

In the arena of healthcare, the number of days that a patient is spending in the hospital is declining. However, the number of days the patients are spending on ventilator has increased, both in the home care settings and in the intensive care. The reasons for this include increasing geriatric population, especially in the developed and industrialized countries and due to the increasing frequency of epidemic events like SARS and AIDS. Hence, it is essential to know how the ventilators will perform and what to expect from ventilators. It is also important to know how each mode in a ventilator will perform in real-world conditions.

Persistence Market Research presents another comprehensive and detailed report titled 'Industrial Greases Market: Global Industry Analysis and Forecast 2017-2021.' This report tracks the global market for industrial greases for the period 2017-2021 and presents the various market dynamics in the form of drivers, restraints, opportunities and trends that are impacting the growth of global industrial greases market. This market is tracked both by value and volume. As per the forecast, the global industrial greases market was valued at US$ 1,537.7 Mn in 2017 and is projected to reach a valuation of US$ 1,905.9 Mn in the year 2021, registering a CAGR of 5.5% during the period of assessment 2017-2021.

Increased energy demand, improving economies and climate control initiatives in both developing and developed nations are resulting in the strong growth of the global industrial gases market. Rapid infrastructure expansion in developing countries is driving the demand for large volume of steel, and this will result in the significant consumption of industrial gases. Demand for cleaner fuels has also increased, especially from the transportation sector. This is likely to drive the demand for hydrogen in the coming years. Development of large-scale gasification plants to meet the need for alternate energy sources will also accelerate the growth of the global market for industrial gases.

Persistence Market Research has added another stellar report to its database titled 'Forklift Truck Market: Global Industry Analysis and Forecast 2017-2021.' According this report, the growing demand for forklift trucks from end-use industries like e-commerce and construction amongst others is likely to immensely benefit the global market for forklift trucks. As per the assessment of Persistence Market Research, the global forklift truck market was estimated to be valued at US$ 41,815 Mn in 2017 and is anticipated to reach a valuation of US$ 55,890 Mn in the year 2021, displaying a CAGR of 7.5% during the assessment period 2017-2021.

More than 1,500,000 units of arc welding equipment are estimated to be sold in 2017 globally, according to a report by Persistence Market Research (PMR). In terms of volume, PMR's report projects the global arc welding equipment market to register a steady expansion at 5.2% CAGR, to surpass 2,000,000 units in sales by 2025-end.

Persistence Market Research in its new report projects that in 2017, around 113,272 Mn pairs of industrial gloves will be sold worldwide. As per the estimate, hand injuries are among the leading work accidents, hence regulatory bodies are trying to enforce strict worker safety regulations making industrial gloves a compulsory safety gear. According to the report, the global industrial gloves market is set to increase at a CAGR of 9.2% over the forecast period (2017-2025) to reach a valuation of US$ 12,294.3 Mn by 2025-end. Demand for protective and safety products (especially fire and cut resistant industrial gloves) is expected to increase due to the changing nature and type of industrial hazards resulting from the increased use of new materials, paints, and interior designs.

Air pollution levels have surged exponentially in the recent past, resulting into increased cases of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorders (COPD). According to World Health Organisation (WHO), over 3 Mn premature deaths are reported each year caused by respiratory conditions. In addition, according to Nature Journal particle sizes PM 2.5 and PM 10 present in the air are inhaled deep into lungs, leading to incidences of strokes and heart attacks. Ventilation equipment renders removal of air pollutants and particles, improving ambient air quality in both industrial and commercial workspaces. Moreover, stringent government and environmental regulations have been implemented owing to growing concerns about health and safety of industrial work force. These factors are estimated to propel market growth.

Several water treatment facilities across the globe have started using zero liquid discharge (ZLD) technology for purifying wastewater. This new-age technology is capable of recycling and decontaminating wastewater without letting a single drop of water go to waste at the end of the treatment cycle. Enforcement of stringent laws on waste water management is expected to further drive the adoption of ZLD technology in the near future. Per the latest Persistence Market Research (PMR) report, sales revenue from ZLD projects worldwide is expected to reach US$ 513.9 Million by 2017-end.

Steep slope roofs are the kind of roofs which have a slope of 3:12 or more. That means for every 12 horizontal inches, the rise in the height of roof is 3 inches or more. Such type of roofs having a steep slope are usually preferred by home owners and architects alike as they add beauty to the elevation of the building and are also good in their performance. Steep slope roofs provide an enhanced aesthetic appeal to the building, possess a long service life, resists the elements of nature and can be maintained easily.

Monitoring the production of goods used for caretaking of babies becomes hypercritical in the premise of rising incidence of infections among infants. Owing to concerns about the potential health impact of chemicals in baby personal care products, manufacturers are scampering to include organic ingredients in their offerings. Authorities regulating the production of baby personal care products continue to adopt new techniques for eliminating the presence of harmful ingredients. In the next five years, the global market for baby personal care products is likely to witness steadfast rise in adoption as well as production of organic baby personal care products. Concurrently, manufacturers of baby personal care products are expected to focus on lowering the chemical content in these products, neutralizing their baneful characteristics.

According to the revised forecast presented in a recent market report published by Persistence Market Research titled "Gas Leak Detectors Market: Global Industry Analysis (2012 – 2016) and Forecast (2017 – 2025)," the global gas leak detectors market was valued at US$ 2689.1 Mn in 2016, and is expected to register a CAGR of 6.5% from 2017 to 2025. Growing usage of gas leak detectors in the oil & gas and chemical industry coupled with increasing infrastructure development are major factors fueling growth of the global gas leak detectors market.

The market for palm sugar is dominated by the Asia Pacific region. Several companies are importing organic palm sugar from Indonesia, India, and Philippines at a very low price and are offering palm sugar with private labelling to other regional markets. Companies are currently focusing on launching palm sugar in different forms, especially the liquid form, and are pumping in investments in research and development for product innovation, with a view to expand their customer base and enhance their regional presence.

According to a new research study by Persistence Market Research, the US$ 8.4 billion frameless brushless DC motors market is projected to grow at a moderate rate of 4.6% to surpass US$ 12 billion by the end of 2025.

Even in an age of global uncertainty, economic recessions, and shrinking defense budgets, the threats faced by nations from terrorism or adversaries hardly reduces in direct proportion. That is why several of them are investing in airborne intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance equipment to always stay one step ahead and take a proactive rather than reactive approach to any situation. Countries such as the US, UK, Russia, India, and China are amongst the top defense spenders in the world and they are widely expected to either upgrade or replace their entire fleet of airborne intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance equipment.

In vitro toxicology testing is carried out to identify the potential toxicity of new compounds when they are at an early stages of development during the discovery and development of new drugs. This type of testing is carried out to identity the presence or absence of certain toxins in drugs, agricultural chemicals and food additives. There is a sharp increase in R&D procedures which require in vitro toxicology testing and this is boosting the growth of this market along with latest technological developments. Moreover, the ban on animal testing has led to the increasing adoption of in vitro toxicology testing and the governments all across the world are providing increased funding for such type of testing.

A recently added report by Persistence Market Research (PMI), titled, "Global Market Study on Compression Therapy: Compression Bandage Expected to be the Most Lucrative Product Type Segment during 2017–2025," throws light on important aspects of the market. It discusses in-depth the different growth drivers and restraints molding the growth path of the market, its size, and prospects going forward. It unravels the competitive dynamics in the market by leveraging popular analytical tools.