Global Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Market - 2023-2030

Overview

Global Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Market reached US$ 3.1 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 3.8 billion by 2030, growing with a CAGR of 9.8% during the forecast period 2023-2030.

Coordinate measuring machines have raised the bar for the accuracy and dependability of product inspection in the manufacturing industries. Furthermore, technological advances to increase the flexibility, ease of use and simplicity of coordinate measuring devices, as well as better accuracy capable of meeting inspection criteria, are expected to drive market expansion.

The application of CAD in the coordinate measuring machine makes use of computer software to perform advanced measurement tests. Furthermore, the improved application of CAD in coordinate measuring methods employs CAD models in software in the absence of physical artefacts and CAD is also employed in reverse engineering. As a result, the use of CAD in design processes increases the market share of coordinate measurement machines.

The TEMPO robotic component loading solution for CMMs was introduced by Hexagon's Manufacturing Intelligence business in 2022, allowing firms to sustain inspection flow without operator intervention. Regarding automated part loading, queuing and unloading, TEMPO is compatible with both new and old CMMs. The system can be programmed to make measurements while operators are performing other operations away from the CMM, increasing workflow efficiency.

In 2022, North America is expected to be the second-dominant region having around 1/4th of the global CMM market. Companies in the region are introducing new items to meet market demand. Made to Measure, a leading producer of metrology equipment and services, will launch the AccuFLEX line of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) in 2022. The new machine line, manufactured in U.S., includes bridge, shop floor, horizontal and gantry variations to serve a variety of industries and applications.

Dynamics

Growing Demand for Metrological Tools in Power Industry

Increasing adoption of metrological devices in the power industry to enable faster automated quality inspection of different parts and components in order to meet the demand for uninterrupted electricity supply as a result of significant urbanisation and industrialization is predicted to drive growth. The growing demand for CMM in large-scale power generation units allows for automated quality control to verify that components are within tolerance and that process capability is maintained.

CMM is in high demand in the power industry due to its numerous uses, which include turbine casing inspection, blade inspection, windmill housing inspection, rotor inspection, reverse engineering, maintenance and repair. Vision Engineering established a cooperation with Arberlink in February 2021 to increase the variety of CMM technology and such agreements are analysed to guide the market.

Growing Shift Towards Automated Inspection

The market is being driven by the increasing deployment of industrial IoTs for bridging IT and OT to optimise real-time applications. The market is being boosted by the quick adoption of technology in industrial inspection and quality control for effectively handling processes to track and regulate real-time 3D data for optimising production yield, efficiency and accuracy. The use of CMM technology has been optimised by performing regular stylus or probe calibration to perform precise 3D measurements.

In addition, the growing use of collaborative robots with metrology software and coordinate measuring machines to boost part inspection throughput is considerably stimulating the industry. Hexagon's Manufacturing Intelligence division launched a new Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) for fragile electronics like smartphone camera assemblies in March 2021, offering six times faster quality inspection with sub-micron accuracy.

Lack of Skilled Labors

The scarcity of heavy machine operators pushes industry towards the usage of autonomous systems. As a result, there is a greater demand for coordinate measuring machines that provide high precision with automated functionalities in the industrial design and manufacturing process, which is expected to boost the coordinate measuring machine market.

There is a lack of a universal system that can be implemented across multiple sectors. There are hundreds of distinct types of coordinate measurement machines, as well as dozens of manufacturers and software programmes to run them. It allows for a lack of standardisation in the system's hardware and software. The lack of a universal system that is compatible with global solutions and applications stifles market progress.

Segment Analysis

The global coordinate measuring machine (CMM) market is segmented based on offering, probe type, installation, application, end-user and region.

Rising Adoption of Security in Automotive Sector

Automotive is expected to be the dominant segment with about 1/3rd of the market during the forecast period 2023-2030. The automobile industry is experiencing ever-shorter design-to-production timeframes and automotive manufacturers and suppliers are accepting industrial metrology and 3D measurement as productivity enhancers, resulting in rising demand for CMM.

OGP UK's FlexPoint range, represents a new generation of large-format multi-sensor coordinate measuring systems that support a variety of tactile and non-contact sensors, point and line scan lasers, white light sensors and a unique video sensor, all operated by advanced ZONE3 3D CAD-based metrology software. Off-line quality inspection is being shifted to near-line or in-line measuring techniques, allowing for larger sampling rates and faster inspection periods.

Geographical Penetration

Rapidly Growing Electronics and Heavy Industries in Asia-Pacific

Asia-Pacific is among the growing regions in the global coordinate measuring machine (CMM) market covering more than 35% of the market. High demand is expected in China, India and Japan, primarily in end-user sectors such as electronics and heavy machinery. Several automotive and aerospace companies in the region are looking for very accurate coordinate measuring systems.

China, for example, is the world's second-largest and fastest-growing civil aerospace and aviation services sector, according to ITA. The increased usage of coordinate measuring machines (CMM) by Chinese manufacturing enterprises over the last decade has resulted in higher grade precise products in numerous industries. Furthermore, the IBEF believes that by 2030, India might be a leader in shared transportation, offering up prospects for electric and autonomous cars.

The basic precision motion components of servo motors and measuring scales, on the other hand, are primarily supplied outside of China, leaving little product diversity between the multiple CMM providers. The factor provides opportunities for raw material providers in the region to flourish.

Competitive Landscape

major global players in the market include: Faro Technologies, Hexagon AB, APEX Metrology Ltd., International Metrology Systems, Carl Zeiss AG, Keyence Corporation., Nikon, Creaform Inc. (AMETEK Inc.), Eley Metrology and Mitutoyo Corporation

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The pandemic affected globally supply networks, causing CMM equipment and their components to become unavailable. Factory shutdowns and transit restrictions hampered the manufacturing and distribution of these equipment. Automobile, aerospace and industrial industries, which rely heavily on CMM machines, saw reduced production and demand during the epidemic, affecting the demand for quality control and inspection equipment.

Despite economic problems, several firms prioritized maintaining excellent product quality. CMM machines remained crucial in ensuring quality standards were met, especially in businesses with severe quality requirements, such as medical device manufacture. As several industries recovered from the pandemic's initial shock, demand for CMM equipment, particularly in automotive and aerospace, began to rise again.

AI Impact

CMM machines driven by AI can process massive volumes of measurement data rapidly and accurately. It can detect patterns and anomalies in data, resulting in more exact and dependable measurements. It enables measurement processes to be automated. CMM machines can measure, analyze data and provide reports without the need for human intervention, increasing efficiency and lowering the risk of human mistake.

AI-enabled CMM machines may make real-time adjustments to their measuring processes based on the properties of the object being measured. The versatility comes in handy when measuring complex and unevenly shaped components. AI is altering the CMM machine market through making precision measurement and quality control more efficient, accurate and adaptive by analyzing measurement data to find opportunities.

Russia- Ukraine War Impact

The war has the potential to disrupt the globally supply chain, disrupting the manufacturing and availability of CMM equipment and components. The location of major suppliers or manufacturers in conflict-affected areas, caused delays, shortages or increased costs for CMM equipment. Rising global tensions can raise the cost of raw resources, transportation and logistics.

It may result in higher pricing for CMM machines and related equipment, reducing potential purchasers' affordability. Economic sanctions and trade disruptions can have an influence on both Russia and Ukraine's economies, as well as neighboring countries and global markets. The economic insecurity may have an impact on overall demand for CMM equipment, particularly in conflict-affected regions.

By Offering

• Product
  • Bridge
  • Gantry
  • Horizontal Arm
  • Cantilever
  • Articulated Arm
  • Handheld
• Services

By Probe Type

• Fingerprint Recognition
• Multi-sensor
• Mechanical
• Iris Recognition
• Palm/Hand Recognition
• Face Recognition
• Behavior Recognition
• Others

By Installation

• New
• Upgrade and Retrofit

By Application

• Inspection
• Designing
• Reverse Engineering
• Virtual Simulation
• Others

By End-User

• Automotive
• Aerospace and Defense
• Construction
• Mining
• Power
• Consumer Electronics
• Others

By Region

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
• Middle East and Africa

Key Developments

• In October 2022, Carl Zeiss, a German optical system and optoelectronics company, announced the acquisition of all assets and liabilities, merging the GOM UK business and staff within its organization. The acquisition has resulted in the integration of GOM industrial software, machines and systems, as well as automated 3D coordinate measurement technology and 3D testing, which complements Zeiss's current Industrial Quality Solutions portfolio.
• In April 2022, LK Metrology, a well-known CMM manufacturer and Wenzel Technologies, a subsidiary of FW International GmbH based in Hosbach, entered into a strategic partnership with immediate effect. Wenzel Technologies planned to sell LK's innovative, high-performance coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and other metrological offerings in southern Germany and expand its portfolio through this joint technological cooperation.
• In February 2022, Made to Measure, a metrology quality inspection laboratory, has announced the release of the AccuFLEX series of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) built in U.S. Bridge, shop floor, horizontal and gantry variants are available for a variety of industries and applications. Renishaw controllers, amplifiers and scales are used, along with Nikon's L100 and LC15DX CMM laser scanners.

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