Industrial Laser System Market Size

Industrial Laser Systems Market Analysis

The industrial lasers market is anticipated to witness a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period. The various technological advancements in the industrial environment, such as industrial automation, industrial robots, 3D Printing, etc., due to the advent of Industry 4.0 and Industrial IoT, are expected to boost the adoption of laser systems in industries. Companies integrate the existing manufacturing processes with several technological advancements across lasers and laser systems to enhance productivity and stay ahead of the competition.

• The various technological advancements in an industrial environment, like industrial automation, industrial robots, 3D Printing, etc., due to the advent of Industry 4.0 and Industrial IoT, are expected to boost the adoption of laser systems in industries. The demand for precision in manufacturing and other industries is also adding to the adoption of laser solutions in the end-user industries.
• Lasers find applications in various industries in different forms and types, but a prominent share of their application lies in material processing. According to Laser Focus World, optical fiber laser sources are being used mainly for material processing, followed by Direct Diode Laser.
• With the proliferation of automation and growing demand for precision manufacturing, lasers are witnessing higher application and demand. Companies are integrating the existing manufacturing processes with several technological advancements across lasers and laser systems to enhance productivity and stay ahead of the competition.
• In addition, the global investment in automation is expected to accelerate even further due to the conditions created by the pandemic resulting in higher demand for CNC systems and process automation, where the demand for laser-based equipment for drilling, cutting, and marking is increasing. According to UBS, by 2021, the global automation investment specific to process automation was expected to command a prominent share at USD 74.0 billion.
• Due to the growing demand for laser-based solutions, various vendors are looking to expand their product offerings. For instance, MKS Instruments Inc. launched the spectra-physics Talon 355-45, a high-power UV laser that results in faster UV processing at a significantly lower cost per part. It is ideal for the industrial manufacturing of PC boards, electronic components, semiconductors, flat panel displays, lithium-ion batteries, and LEDs for consumer electronics, clean energy, and other demanding applications.
• The impact of the COVID-19 crisis has forced businesses to adhere to strict requirements to ensure the ongoing safety of their employees and customers alike. As a result, the need for automation has witnessed a sudden spike. This could be observed as a notable trend in the foreseeable future.
• Under these circumstances, manufacturing industries worldwide witnessed a significant decline in revenue and profits, leading to a significant cut down of employees and workers and an overall loss to industrial production activities.
• Few industries, such as food and beverage and pharmaceutical, were deemed essential by governments. However, the manufacturing industry shrunk significantly due to the pandemic as the industry faced unprecedented challenges in the supply chain and procurement of raw materials, which resulted in significant losses for manufacturers.
• However, industrial laser systems are being adopted in several end-user industries, such as aerospace and defense, automotive, medical, and semiconductor, amongst others. In the automotive sector, laser systems deployed are used mainly for cutting and welding applications. This enables higher productivity and reduction of downtime while substantially reducing manufacturing costs. Also, in the aerospace and defense industry, extensive manufacturing capabilities encompass all areas of metal fabrication, joining, and coating.