Global Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Equipment Market, By Equipment (Placement Equipment, Inspection Equipment, Soldering Equipment, Screen Printing Equipment, Cleaning Equipment, Repair Equipment, and Rework Equipment), Component (Passive Components and Active Components), Service (Designing, Test and Prototyping, Supply Chain Services, Manufacturing, and Aftermarket Services), Application (Consumer Electronics, Telecommunication, Automotive, Aerospace and Defence, Medical, Industrial, and Energy and Power Systems) – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2031.
Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Equipment Market Analysis and Size
The surface mount technology (SMT) equipment market continues to surge with advancements in automation and miniaturization. Utilizing the latest methods and technologies such as robotic placement and AI-driven quality control, SMT equipment ensures precise component mounting and soldering on circuit boards. This evolution fuels growth in industries like consumer electronics, automotive, and healthcare, where compact, high-performance devices are in demand.
The global surface mount technology (SMT) equipment market size was valued at USD 5.73 billion in 2023, is projected to reach USD 13.69 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 11.5% during the forecast period 2024 to 2031. In addition to the insights on market scenarios such as market value, growth rate, segmentation, geographical coverage, and major players, the market reports curated by the Data Bridge Market Research also include in-depth expert analysis, geographically represented company-wise production and capacity, network layouts of distributors and partners, detailed and updated price trend analysis and deficit analysis of supply chain and demand.
Report Scope and Market Segmentation
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Report Metric
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Details
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Forecast Period
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2024 to 2031
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Base Year
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2023
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Historic Years
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2022 (Customizable to 2016 - 2021)
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Quantitative Units
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Revenue in USD Billion, Volumes in Units, Pricing in USD
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Segments Covered
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Equipment (Placement Equipment, Inspection Equipment, Soldering Equipment, Screen Printing Equipment, Cleaning Equipment, Repair Equipment, and Rework Equipment), Component (Passive Components and Active Components), Service (Designing, Test and Prototyping, Supply Chain Services, Manufacturing, and Aftermarket Services), Application (Consumer Electronics, Telecommunication, Automotive, Aerospace and Defence, Medical, Industrial, and Energy and Power Systems)
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Countries Covered
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U.S., Canada and Mexico in North America, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific (APAC) in the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Saudi Arabia, U.A.E, South Africa, Egypt, Israel, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA), Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America as part of South America
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Market Players Covered
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CyberOptics (U.S.), KLA Corporation (Israel), Hitachi High-Tech India Private Limited (Japan), Nordson Corporation (U.S.), FUJI CORPORATION (Japan), Electronic Manufacturing Services Group, Inc. (Germany), MKS Instruments (U.S.), SMTnet (U.S.), Heller Industries, Inc. (U.S.), JUKI CORPORATION (Japan), Koh Young Technology, Inc. (South Korea), Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (Singapore), Naprotek, LLC. (U.S.), Nikon Metrology NV (U.K.), Omron Corporation (Japan), Panasonic Corporation of North America (Japan), SAKI CORPORATION (Japan), Teradyne Inc. (U.S.), Universal Instruments Corporation (U.S.), and Comet Group (Germany)
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Market Opportunities
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Market Definition
Surface mount technology (SMT) equipment is used in electronics manufacturing to place and solder surface-mounted components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs). This equipment includes pick-and-place machines for component placement, solder paste printers for precise application of solder paste, reflow ovens for melting the solder, and inspection systems to ensure quality control throughout the assembly process.
Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Equipment Market Dynamics
Drivers
- Expansion of 5G Technology
The rapid expansion of 5G technology fuels demand for specialized surface mount technology (SMT) equipment, crucial for producing high-frequency and high-density components in 5G-enabled devices like smartphones, base stations, and IoT sensors. For instance, advanced pick-and-place machines with precision soldering capabilities are essential for efficiently assembling the intricate circuitry required for 5G antennas, amplifiers, and other critical components, driving growth in the surface mount technology (SMT) equipment market.
- Rising Demand for Electronic Devices
The escalating popularity of smartphones, tablets, wearables, IoT gadgets, and automotive electronics is propelling the demand for SMT equipment. With these devices permeating daily life, manufacturers require efficient and dependable assembly processes. For instance, the surge in wearable technology like smartwatches necessitates precise and compact component placement, a task effectively accomplished by advanced SMT machinery. Consequently, the market for SMT equipment experiences a notable upsurge in response to this growing demand.
Opportunities
- Rising Trend of Miniaturization
The growing demand for smaller, lighter, and more compact electronic devices propels the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment market. SMT facilitates the assembly of tiny components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs), perfectly suiting the industry's miniaturization trend. For instance, the evolution of smartphones, where SMT enables the integration of powerful processors, sensors, and connectivity modules within increasingly sleek and lightweight designs, exemplifies this market-driving force.
- Increasing Demand for High-Speed Production
Surface mount technology (SMT) equipment facilitates high-speed production, outpacing traditional through-hole assembly methods. This advantage is vital in meeting the dynamic demands of the electronics market. For instance, in the smartphone industry, where new models are released frequently with upgraded features, surface mount technology equipment enables manufacturers to quickly assemble intricate circuitry and compact components, ensuring they stay competitive and meet consumers' expectations for cutting-edge technology.
Restraints/Challenges
- Rising Competition from Alternative Technologies
Competition from alternative assembly technologies like 3D printing of electronics and advanced packaging techniques undermines the dominance of SMT. Manufacturers face pressure to continually innovate to differentiate their offerings, but this intensifies market competition, hindering growth and stability in the SMT equipment market.
- High Cost of Equipment
The high cost of SMT equipment presents a significant barrier to entry for smaller manufacturers and those in emerging markets, limiting their ability to adopt this technology. The substantial initial investment and ongoing maintenance expenses constrain market expansion, particularly for businesses with limited financial resources.
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Recent Developments
- In December 2022, Linx Technologies, now under TE Connectivity, introduced a new surface-mount embedded GNSS antenna supporting GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, Beidou, and QZSS systems in the L1/E1/B1 bands. This addition expands Linx's embedded PCB antenna portfolio, enhancing its offerings like the uSP410, SP610, and nSP250, providing a comprehensive GNSS solution
- In October 2022, Omron Corporation launched the Omron VT-X Alpha on October 13, 2023, a cutting-edge SMT pick-and-place machine tailored for the electronics manufacturing sector. With high-speed and precision capabilities, the VT-X Alpha addresses industry demands, contributing to enhanced efficiency and productivity in SMT processes
- In March 2022, CyberOptics Corporation launched the CyberOptics SQ3000 3D AOI System, a top-tier SMT equipment boasting high-speed, high-precision capabilities tailored for electronics manufacturing. Equipped with Multi-Reflection Suppression (MRS) technology, it ensures accurate inspection of PCB components on both sides, streamlining quality assurance processes in manufacturing
- In May 2022, Summit Interconnects acquired Royal Circuit Solutions and Affiliates bolsters its position as one of North America's largest privately held PCB producers. With eight new manufacturing facilities, Summit's expanded footprint drives demand for SMT in the region, broadening its product line and strengthening relationships with key clients and markets
Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Equipment Market Scope
The market, is segmented on the basis of equipment, component, service and application. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.
Equipment
- Placement Equipment
- Inspection Equipment
- Soldering Equipment
- Screen Printing Equipment
- Cleaning Equipment
- Repair Equipment
- Rework Equipment
Component
- Passive Components
- Active Components
Service
- Designing
- Test and Prototyping
- Supply Chain Services
- Manufacturing
- Aftermarket Services
Application
- Consumer Electronics
- Telecommunication
- Automotive
- Aerospace and Defence
- Medical
- Industrial
- Energy and Power Systems
Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Equipment Market Regional Analysis/Insights
The market is analysed and market size insights and trends are provided by equipment, component, service and application as referenced above.
The countries covered in the market report are U.S., Canada and Mexico in North America, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific (APAC) in the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Saudi Arabia, U.A.E, South Africa, Egypt, Israel, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA), Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America as part of South America.
Europe is expected to be the fastest developing region in the surface mount technology (SMT) equipment market, driven by robust growth in the hardware and manufacturing sector. Support for innovative start-ups further propels advancements, fostering a dynamic landscape for SMT equipment development and deployment.
Asia-Pacific is expected to dominate the surface mount technology (SMT) equipment market in revenue share, sustained by robust electronic contract manufacturing. Accelerated GDP growth, rapid industrialization, and infrastructural advancements in the region further strengthen its dominance, driving innovation and adoption of SMT solutions for enhanced productivity.
The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in regulation in the market domestically that impacts the current and future trends of the market. Data points such as down-stream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends and porter's five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.
Competitive Landscape and Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Equipment Market Share Analysis
The market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to market.
Some of the major players operating in the market are:
- CyberOptics (U.S.)
- KLA Corporation (Israel)
- Hitachi High-Tech India Private Limited (Japan)
- Nordson Corporation (U.S.)
- FUJI CORPORATION (Japan)
- Electronic Manufacturing Services Group, Inc. (Germany)
- MKS Instruments (U.S.)
- SMTnet (U.S.)
- Heller Industries, Inc. (U.S.)
- JUKI CORPORATION (Japan)
- Koh Young Technology, Inc. (South Korea)
- Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (Singapore)
- Naprotek, LLC. (U.S.)
- Nikon Metrology NV (U.K.)
- Omron Corporation (Japan)
- Panasonic Corporation of North America (Japan)
- SAKI CORPORATION (Japan)
- Teradyne Inc. (U.S.)
- Universal Instruments Corporation (U.S.)
- Comet Group (Germany)
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