5 Things to Know About the Industrial Fasteners Market

Mechanical fasteners used in industrial applications include a wide range of products, from bolts and screws to washers and clamps. Fasteners are not only used in industrial machinery, but also construction, motor vehicles, and aerospace equipment.

Topics: Materials & Chemicals Manufacturing & Construction Industry Insights Heavy Industry

The Future of Sustainable Steel in a More Circular Economy

The steel industry has a critical role to play in creating a more sustainable and circular economy. Steel is an essential material in many industries and has a wide range of applications.

Topics: Materials & Chemicals Industry Insights Heavy Industry

Green Methanol Fuel: An Essential Tool for the Net-Zero Carbon Emission Goals

Alternative fuels and energy sources are becoming increasingly significant due to the ongoing climate crisis.

Topics: Materials & Chemicals Manufacturing & Construction Energy & Resources Industry Insights Heavy Industry

Exponential Growth in Electrolysis Plants: Why and What It Will Bring in the Future

Two years back, when the pandemic was gripping the world and strangling many industries, water electrolysis embarked on a journey of exponential growth. 

Topics: Materials & Chemicals Energy & Resources Industry Insights

The Rise of Electric Vehicles and Their Impact on the Future of Automotive Lubricants

The ongoing shift of the automotive industry from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) has led to various changes in related industries, such as the automotive oil and lubricants industry.

Topics: Materials & Chemicals Transportation & Shipping Industry Insights

What Is Big Science, and Why Are So Many Companies Investing in It?

They say bigger is better, right? When it comes to paychecks, road signs and (in our humble opinion) bathrooms, the maxim rings true. But what about science? Big science—a term coined in the 1960s by physicist Alvin Weinberg to describe large-scale scientific projects intended to solve the world's biggest issues—offers the scientific community and society at large many benefits.

Topics: Materials & Chemicals Computer Hardware & Networking Manufacturing & Construction Public Sector Industry Insights

Sales of Surface Disinfectant Wipes Surge During Pandemic

During the global COVID-19 pandemic, many consumers are eager to protect themselves from the virus. Personal hygiene is not just a good habit — it is a survival strategy.

Topics: Materials & Chemicals Industry Insights The Freedonia Group

12 Global Water Treatment Companies to Watch

Though fragmented in terms of overall market share, the global water treatment industry is generally dominated by major international suppliers of equipment and chemicals, though smaller, more local manufacturers can play a significant role in driving the market. The Freedonia Group, a division of MarketResearch.com, has years of experience examining this diverse industry, with a full catalog of reports focused on water treatment products and key market participants.

Topics: Materials & Chemicals Industry Insights The Freedonia Group

E-Paper: The Next-Generation Display Technology

The early 21st century witnessed limited availability of display technologies. Thin film transistor (TFT) displays were used for advertisements, displaying information at commercial and public places such as railway stations and airports as well as in households. Established players, such as Philips, Panasonic, Thomson, Samsung, LG, and Sharp, were the only ones recognized by consumers due to their dominance in the market and diverse product portfolio.

Topics: Materials & Chemicals Media Industry Insights

Global Disposable Plastics Reduction Initiatives [Infographic]

Single-use plastics have been in the news a lot lately, and the news isn't good. Once vaunted for their convenience, disposable plastic products have come under fire in recent years as evidence of the environmental damage they can cause piles up  sometimes literally.

Topics: Food & Beverage Materials & Chemicals Industry Insights