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2030 年浮法玻璃市场预测:按产品类型、原料、应用和地区分類的全球分析Float Glass Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Product Type (Tinted Float Glass, Clear Float Glass, Patterned Float Glass, Coated Float Glass, Extra Clear Float Glass and Other Product Types), Raw Material, Application and By Geography |
根据Stratistics MRC预测,2023年全球浮法玻璃市场规模将达480亿美元,预计2030年将达到750亿美元,预测期内复合年增长率为6.6%。
浮法玻璃是一种平板玻璃,透过将熔融玻璃漂浮在熔融锡顶部来製造,从而产生光滑、均匀的表面,无需抛光。它于 20 世纪 50 年代开发,凭藉其高光学品质、一致性和多功能性彻底改变了玻璃製造。浮法玻璃用于窗户、镜子和建筑应用,具有透明度、耐用性和易于加工性。其製造流程可製造大而薄的板材,使其具有成本效益并广泛应用于建筑领域。
根据土木工程师学会预测,未来10年建筑产量将成长85%,其中印度、中国等新兴国家和美国等已开发国家为主导,全球整体收益预计将达到15.5兆美元。
建筑需求的增加
随着建筑建设活动的扩大,对浮法玻璃的需求也在增加,浮法玻璃是窗户、建筑幕墙和隔间等建筑应用的关键材料,这通常会转化为浮法玻璃製造商更高的销售量和更高的收益。这使得公司能够对研发进行再投资,提高产品质量,并扩大产品系列,以满足多样化的客户需求。这种稳定性缓解了其他行业短期波动的影响,有助于浮法玻璃市场的整体韧性。
严格的环境法规
环境法规可能会限制使用某些造成环境风险或污染的原料或製造流程。浮法玻璃製造商可能需要采购替代原料或采用清洁生产技术以确保符合环境法规,这可能会影响产品品质和生产效率。此外,浮法玻璃製造商可能需要投资节能设备,例如熔炉改良和热回收系统,以最大限度地减少玻璃生产过程中的能源消耗和温室气体排放。
技术进步
本体着色浮法玻璃是一种新型玻璃,在製造过程中向玻璃中添加熔融着色剂而製成。这些玻璃具有吸收太阳辐射的独特特性,当用于建筑门窗时,可以减少热量进入,从而限製冷却能耗。最初,平板玻璃用于小尺寸,但需要较高的内部结构强度才能稳定地保持大尺寸。平板玻璃现在可以透过热处理进行强化,使其适合建筑应用,从而刺激全球需求。
原料成本上涨
原材料成本上涨可能促使浮法玻璃製造商投资于产品开发,旨在提高效率、减少材料使用以及用更便宜的替代品取代昂贵的材料。玻璃成分、製造流程或回收技术的创新有助于减轻原材料成本上涨的影响。此外,客户可能会寻求浮法玻璃的替代品,或在计划中优先考虑节省成本的措施,这可能会影响对我们浮法玻璃产品的需求。
COVID-19 的影响
由于需求减少,浮法玻璃製造商的销售量和产量下降。然而,随着经济逐步重新开放,在建设活动增加和汽车製造业復苏的推动下,市场反弹。此外,疫情也加速了节能和永续建筑材料的发展趋势,为浮法玻璃製造商在疫情带来的持续挑战中创新和满足不断变化的市场需求创造了机会。
预计彩色浮法玻璃产业在预测期内将是最大的
有色浮法玻璃服务于特定的细分市场,例如建筑应用(窗户、建筑幕墙、门)、汽车工业(窗户、天窗)和室内设计。由于有色玻璃在这些地区的流行,与透明浮法玻璃相比,对有色浮法玻璃的需求可能会波动。这对于寻求产品多样化并瞄准优先考虑美观和性能特征(例如减少太阳能热量)的利基市场的玻璃製造商来说是有利的。
白云石产业预计在预测期内复合年增长率最高
白云石产业预计在预测期内将出现最高的复合年增长率,因为白云石是镁和钙的来源,而镁和钙是玻璃製造的重要成分。白云石的可用性和成本会影响玻璃製造商的生产成本。白云石的供应量和价格的变化可能会影响浮法玻璃製造的整体成本结构。此外,与其他原料製成的玻璃相比,含白云石的玻璃可以表现出不同的光学、热和机械性能。这些差异会影响玻璃对各种应用的适用性,
由于中国和印度等国家的建筑、太阳能板等行业的需求,预计亚太地区在预测期内将占据最大的市场占有率。使用汽车玻璃生产挡风玻璃、侧窗和后窗可显着提高所有参数的安全性。根据国际贸易组织的数据,就年销量和产量而言,中国仍然是全球最大的汽车市场,预计到2025年国内产量将达到3,500万辆。这些趋势显示预测期内太阳能电池产业浮法玻璃的消费前景乐观。
由于建设活动和汽车生产设备投资的增加,预计中东和非洲在预测期内的复合年增长率最高。例如,2023年5月,阿曼苏丹海瑟姆宣布在Muscat附近启动一个名为苏丹海瑟姆城的新城市计划。该计划的主要目的是为低收入群体提供经济适用住宅。建成后,该市将可容纳多达10万居民。它还将拥有教育机构、礼拜场所、医疗中心、大学和购物中心等基本设施。
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Float Glass Market is accounted for $48.0 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $75.0 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 6.6% during the forecast period. Float glass is a type of flat glass produced by floating molten glass on top of a bed of molten tin, resulting in a smooth, uniform surface without the need for polishing. Developed in the 1950s, it revolutionized glass manufacturing due to its high optical quality, consistency, and versatility. Used in windows, mirrors, and architectural applications, float glass offers clarity, durability, and ease of fabrication. Its production process allows for the creation of large, thin sheets, making it cost-effective and widely used in construction.
According to the Institution of Civil Engineers, the volume of construction output is projected to grow by 85%, with revenue of USD 15.5 trillion across the world in the upcoming decade, led by emerging countries such as India and China and developed countries like the United States.
Increasing demand from building and constructions
As building and construction activities expand, the demand for float glass, a primary material in architectural applications like windows, facades, and interior partitions, also rises and often translates to higher sales volumes and improved revenues for float glass manufacturers. This enables companies to reinvest in research and development, enhance product quality, and expand their product portfolios to meet diverse customer needs. This stability can mitigate the impact of short-term fluctuations in other sectors and contribute to the overall resilience of the float glass market.
Stringent environmental regulations
Environmental regulations may restrict the use of certain raw materials or production processes that pose environmental risks or contribute to pollution. Float glass manufacturers may need to source alternative materials or adopt cleaner production technologies to ensure compliance, which could affect product quality or production efficiency. Moreover float glass manufacturers may need to invest in energy-efficient equipment, such as furnace upgrades or heat recovery systems, to minimize energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions during glass production.
Technological advancements
Body-tinted float glass is a new variety made by adding molten colorants to the glass during the manufacturing process. These glasses possess unique properties to absorb solar radiations, and when used on doors and windows of buildings, they reduce heat penetration and consequently limit the energy consumed for cooling. Initially, flat glasses were used in smaller sizes, as they require high internal structural strength for larger pieces to hold themselves steadily. Currently, flat glasses can be toughened by heat treatments to make them suitable for building applications, thereby boosting their demand, globally.
Increasing cost of raw materials
Rising raw material costs may incentivize float glass manufacturers to invest in product development aimed at improving efficiency, reducing material usage, or substituting costly materials with more affordable alternatives. Innovation in glass composition, production processes, or recycling technologies could help mitigate the impact of increasing raw material costs. Additionally customers may seek alternatives to float glass or prioritize cost-saving measures in their projects, impacting demand for float glass products.
Covid-19 Impact
Reduced demand led to decreased sales and production volumes for float glass manufacturers. However, as economies gradually reopened, the market witnessed a recovery, driven by increased construction activities and a resurgence in automotive manufacturing. Additionally, the pandemic accelerated trends towards energy-efficient and sustainable building materials, leading to opportunities for float glass manufacturers to innovate and meet evolving market demands amidst the ongoing challenges posed by the pandemic.
The tinted float glass segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The tinted float glass segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth, Tinted float glass caters to specific market segments, such as architectural applications (windows, facades, doors), automotive industry (windows, sunroofs), and interior design. Depending on the popularity of tinted glass in these sectors, demand for tinted float glass can fluctuate compared to clear float glass. This can be advantageous for glass manufacturers looking to diversify their product offerings and target niche markets that prioritize aesthetics or performance characteristics like solar heat reduction.
The dolomite segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The dolomite segment is anticipated to witness the highest CAGR growth during the forecast period, as dolomite is a source of magnesium and calcium, which are essential components in the manufacturing of glass. Its availability and cost can influence the production costs for glass manufacturers. Changes in dolomite availability or pricing can impact the overall cost structure of float glass production. Moreover dolomite-containing glasses may exhibit different optical, thermal, and mechanical properties compared to glasses made from other raw materials. These differences can affect the suitability of the glass for various applications,
Asia Pacific is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period owing to the demand from industries such as building and construction, solar panels, etc., in the countries like China and India. The use of automotive glass in the production of windshields, side windows, and rear windows has significantly improved safety in all parameters. According to the International Trade Organization, China remains the world's largest automotive market in terms of both annual sales and production, with domestic production expected to reach 35 million units by 2025. These developments indicate a positive outlook with respect to the consumption of float glass in the solar industry over the forecast period.
Middle East & Africa is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period, owing to the rising investments in construction activities and automotive production facilities. For instance, in May 2023, Oman's Sultan Haitham announced the initiation of a new urban project near Muscat, referred to as Sultan Haitham City. The primary objective of this project is to offer affordable housing options for low-income citizens. Upon its completion, the city will have the capacity to accommodate up to 100,000 residents. It will be equipped with essential facilities, including educational institutions, places of worship, healthcare centers, a university, and shopping centers.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in the Float Glass Market include AGC Inc., Asahi India Glass Ltd., BG, Cardinal Glass Industries Inc., China Glass Holdings Limited, China Luoyang Float Glass Group Co. Ltd, Etex Group, Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co., Ltd., Guardian Glass LLC, Kibing Group, Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd, Press Glass Holding SA, PT Mulia Industrindo Tbk, Saint-Gobain, SCHOTT AG, Sisecam, Taiwan Glass Ind Corp., Viracon and Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited
In February 2024, AGC and AIST Initiate Collaborative Research on High-Pressure Water Electrolysis Fundamental Evaluation Tests for Cost Reduction in Green Hydrogen Production. This research is expected to contribute to the widespread adoption of hydrogen and achieve carbon neutrality.
In January 2024, AGC to Build New Facility in Kitakyushu City for FORBLUE(TM) S-SERIES, Fluorinated Ion-Exchange Membrane Suitable for Green Hydrogen Production. This new plant will be AGC's third production site for its chemical business in Japan, following the Chiba and Kashima plants.
In November 2023, China Luoyang Float Glass Group Co. Ltd as been officially announced by the National Ministry of Industry and Information Technology as a state-level specialized special new "little giant" enterprise.