Global Markets for Roll-to-Roll Technologies for Flexible Devices

Report Scope

This report provides an updated review of roll-to-roll (R2R) technologies for flexible devices, including a description of various device types and R2R fabrication processes, and identifies current and emerging devices fabricated using R2R technologies. BCC Research delineates the current market status for these products, defines trends and presents growth forecasts for the next five years. The R2R technologies for flexible devices market are divided into five segments: process category, substrate material, deposition method, end-use industry and region. Technological issues, including key events and the latest developments, are also discussed.

The report introduces the topic, and a milestone review of R2R technologies for flexible devices is provided, including an outline of recent events. This section identifies devices that are currently commercially available or emerging and offers a description of the main types.

The report provides a technological review of the fabrication steps used to manufacture R2R flexible devices, with an outline of the most common processes. The chapter ends with a highlight of the most active research organizations operating in this field and their activities.

The report provides a global market analysis of R2R technologies for flexible devices. Global revenues (sales data in millions of U.S. dollars) are presented for each segment (i.e., process category, substrate material, deposition method, end-use industry, region), with actual data referring to the year 2023 and estimates for the forecast period from 2024 through 2029. Dollar figures refer to sales of R2R technologies for flexible devices at the manufacturing level. The analysis of current revenues for R2R technologies for flexible devices is followed by a detailed presentation of market growth.

The report also examines the key trends and challenges driving the market, as well as the companies operating within it. It analyzes environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) developments, patents and emerging technologies in the R2R technologies for flexible devices market. It also surveys the competition among major players and provides profiles of leading companies active in the market.

Report Includes

  • 63 data tables and 61 additional tables
  • An analysis of the global markets for roll-to-roll (R2R) processing technologies for flexible electronic devices in the semiconductor manufacturing industry
  • Analyses of global market trends, with market revenue data for 2023, estimates for 2024, forecasts for 2025 and 2027, and projected CAGRs through 2029
  • Estimates of the market size and revenue prospects, along with a corresponding market share analysis by technology type, process category, deposition method, substrate material, application and region
  • Facts and figures pertaining to the market dynamics, technical advances, regulations, and the impact of macroeconomic factors
  • Insights derived from the Porter’s Five Forces model, as well as global supply chain and PESTLE analyses
  • Analysis of patents, emerging trends and new developments
  • Overview of sustainability trends and ESG developments, with emphasis on consumer attitudes, and the ESG scores and practices of leading companies
  • Analysis of the industry structure, including companies’ market shares and rankings, strategic alliances, M&A activities, and a venture funding outlook
  • Company profiles, including AUO Corp., Samsung, LG Display Co. Ltd., Panasonic Industry Co. Ltd., and Johnson Electric Holdings Ltd.


Companies Mentioned

3m
All Flex Solutions
Applied Materials Inc.
Ascent Solar Technologies Inc.
Auo Corp.
Career Technology (Mfg.) Co. Ltd.
E Ink Holdings Inc.
Flexium Interconnect Inc.
Fujikura Ltd.
Heliatek
Interflex Co. Ltd.
Johnson Electric Holdings Ltd.
Molex
Panasonic Holdings Corp.
Samsung
Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd.


Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Market Outlook
Scope of Report
Market Summary
Technological Advances and Applications
Market Dynamics and Growth Factors
Future Trends and Developments
Segmental Analysis
Regional Insights and Emerging Markets
Conclusion
Chapter 2 Market and Technology Overview
Technology Overview
R2R Versus Batch Processes
Importance of Flexible Devices and R2R Processes
Milestones of R2R Flexible Devices and Recent Events
Flexible Devices Produced by R2R Technologies
Electronic Devices
Optoelectronic Devices
Energy Devices
Sensors and Other Devices
Future of R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices
Macroeconomic Factors
Economic Growth and Rising Consumer Spending
Government Policies and Regulations
Technological Advances
Value Chain Analysis
Research and Technology Development
R2R Technology Integrators
R2R Technology End-Use Implementors
Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Bargaining Power of Buyers
Bargaining Power of Suppliers
Potential of New Entrants
Threat of Substitutes
Competition in the Industry
Patent Analysis
Regional Patterns
Key Findings
Chapter 3 Market Dynamics
Overview
Market Drivers
Demand for Flexible Devices Growing Across Consumer Electronics, Optoelectronics and Automotive Industry
Rising Demand for R2R-Produced Solar Energy and Solar Cells
Market Challenges
Technical Challenges
Limited Consumer Awareness
Market Opportunities
Growing Demand for Wearable Electronics
Surge in Demand for Printed Electronics
Chapter 4 Emerging Technologies and Developments
Emerging Technologies and Developments
Organic Electronics
Printed Electronics
Nanomaterials
Chapter 5 R2R Process and Materials Overview
Overview
Basic Roll-to-Roll Fabrication Process
Substrate Selection
Film Deposition and Patterning
Curing
Assembly, Cutting, Finishing, Testing and Packaging
Chapter 6 Market Segmentation Analysis
Segmentation Breakdown
R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Market by Process Category
Key Takeaways
Subtractive Method
Additive Method
R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Market by Deposition Method
Key Takeaways
Thick Film
Thin Film
R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Market by Substrate Material
Key Takeaways
Polyimide
Other Polymers
Metals
Other Materials
R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Market by End-Use Industry
Key Takeaways
Consumer Electronics
Optoelectronics
Energy
Automotive
Healthcare
Others
Geographic Breakdown
R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Market by Region
Key Takeaways
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Rest of the World
Chapter 7 Competitive Intelligence
Market Share Analysis
AUO Corp.
Samsung
LG Display Co. Ltd.
Panasonic Industry Co. Ltd.
Johnson Electric Holdings Ltd.
Strategic Analysis
Product Innovation
Collaborations and Partnerships
Acquisitions
Expansions
R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices in Solar Energy: A Strategic Analysis
Chapter 8 Sustainability in the R2R Technologies for Flexible Devices Industry: An ESG Perspective
Overview
Key ESG Issues in the R2R Technologies in the Flexible Devices Industry
ESG Performance Analysis
Environmental Performance
Social Performance
Governance Performance
Current Status of ESG in the Global Market
Concluding Remarks from BCC Research
Chapter 9 Appendix
Methodology
References
Abbreviations
Company Profiles
3M
ALL FLEX SOLUTIONS
APPLIED MATERIALS INC.
ASCENT SOLAR TECHNOLOGIES INC.
AUO CORP.
CAREER TECHNOLOGY (MFG.) CO. LTD.
E INK HOLDINGS INC.
FLEXIUM INTERCONNECT INC.
FUJIKURA LTD.
HELIATEK
INTERFLEX CO. LTD.
JOHNSON ELECTRIC HOLDINGS LTD.
MOLEX
PANASONIC HOLDINGS CORP.
SAMSUNG
SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES LTD.
Other Companies in the R2R Technology for Flexible Devices Market

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