The global zero friction coatings market is poised for substantial growth, projected to increase from USD 879 million in 2023 to approximately USD 1,575.59 million by 2033, reflecting a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 6%. This growth is driven by rising demand across various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing, seeking enhanced efficiency and durability through reduced friction solutions. Technical advancements in coating materials and increasing applications in critical sectors are expected to further propel market expansion over the forecast period.
Wear-resistant plastic seals are used in a number of automotive applications that demand lifetime service confidence and zero tolerance for failure. Over the projected period, the product is expected to experience rising demand from the automotive industry globally for a variety of applications, including fuel pumps, automatic gearboxes, oil pumps, braking systems, and others. High pressure, high temperatures, and vacuums are examples of harsh situations where low friction coatings can be used. In settings that need chemicals, heat, or clean room conditions, these coatings can improve service life and performance by doing so, negating the need for wet lubricants. Products ideal for non-reinforced plastics are those free of molybdenum disulfide (MoS2), whilst those containing MoS2 are acceptable for reinforced plastics.
Zero friction coatings are paint-like substances made of submicron-sized solid lubricant particles that have been spread using solvents and resin mixtures. The substance can be applied using customary painting methods as brushing, dipping, or spraying. The anti-corrosion abilities, coefficient of friction, and service life of the product are significantly influenced by the film's thickness. Its thickness need to be larger than the mated surfaces' surface roughness.
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Key Takeaways from Market Study
In 2022, molybdenum disulfide emerged as the dominant type segment by contributing around 50% of the revenue share.
The automobile & transportation was the dominating end-use segment accounting for a revenue share of more than 35% in 2022 due to the rapid growth of the automotive industry across the globe.
The energy end-use segment is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.7% in terms of revenue by 2033.
In Asia Pacific, the market is projected to witness the highest CAGR of 5.8% over the predicted years.
“Properties of zero friction coatings such as vacuum & radiation resistance, dry and clean lubrication that is not affected by dust, non-flammability, and no oxidation are predicted to foster the product demand over the forecast period,” says an analyst at Future Market Insights.
Key Market Players
Major players are channelling efforts toward expanding their production capacities to strengthen their market share and cater to the growing demand. Market expansion is anticipated to be aided by the growing number of partnerships and collaborations among key players that are looking to increase their presence in the market. Key players in the zero friction coatings market are Endura Coatings; DuPont; VITRACOAT; Poeton; Bechem; ASV Multichemie Private Limited; GMM Coatings Private Limited; and IKV Tribology Ltd. Some of the recent key developments among key players are:
In June 2020, Poeton Industries launched the latest in a long line of ground-breaking surface treatments. The Gloucester based company has launched Apticote 480A, a new composite coating that combines the properties of nickel and fluoropolymer materials into one problem-solving solution. The new advanced coating builds on the strong Poeton history of developing innovative solutions. The treatment has been created in the Poeton Research & Development Laboratory led by Dr John Archer and builds on the success of existing nickel-polymer treatments.
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Future Market Insights, in its new offering, presents an unbiased analysis of the global zero friction coatings market, presenting historical analysis from 2018 to 2022 and forecast statistics for the period of 2023-2033.
The study reveals essential insights on the basis of Type (Polytetrafluoroethylene, Molybdenum Disulfide), By Application (Aerospace, Energy), & Region.