Global Smart Glass Market - 2022-2029

Market Overview

Smart Glass Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.6% during the forecasting period (2022-2029).

Smart or LCG (light control glass), switchable glass, is changing how the automotive, architectural, interior and product design sectors work. In their basic form, smart glass technologies alter the amount of light transmitted through normally transparent materials, making them appear transparent, translucent or even opaque. Smart glass technologies help balance the benefits of natural light, views and open floor plans with the necessity for energy efficiency and privacy, resolving the design and functional objectives at odds.

Smart glass is active and multipurpose, allowing a typically static material to come to life. Visible light, UV light and infrared light can all be controlled using this method. Transparent materials (such as glass or polycarbonate) can transform from clear to shaded or completely opaque on command, making privacy glass possible.

Market Dynamics

Improving demand for smart glasses from the automobile industry boosts the market share for the product at a tremendous rate.

Improving demand for smart glasses from the automobile industry is boosting the market share for the product at a tremendous rate

Smart glass holds a wide range of applications, including sunroofs and exterior and interior automatic dimming rearview mirrors, particularly in the car industry. Top vehicle manufacturers like BMW and Mercedes have smart glass installations. Mercedes-Benz offers a sophisticated Magic Sky Control panoramic roof with SPD-SmartGlass technology on its S-Class Coupe and other S-Class versions. Exceptional heat reduction within the car, UV protection, glare management, noise reduction and fuel consumption are only a few of the advantages of SPD-SmartGlass.

Recent examples include Jaguar Land Rover's use of smart glass to promote the F-Type and Rolls-use Royce's to promote the Dawn. The user may maximize the usage of two of the most wanted switchable glass characteristics by integrating switchable technology with a projection application.

For instance, in December 2018, AGC announced that its "eXeview" anti-fogging glass had been used as the world's first 1 in the windshield of Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd, a limited-distribution vehicle.

Trains are also increasingly adopting smart glass. For instance, a monorail train in South Korea features windows that fog automatically when it passes by apartments adjacent to the railway. Glazing occurs when the light transmission qualities are adjusted by adding voltage, heat or light to the surface.

With smart glass, drivers may control the quantity of light that enters the vehicle with a single button press. The windshield and window capacities can be modified to suit the driver and passengers. Additionally, tint modifications can be made in small increments. Driving has grown safer because of reduced glare and comfort has improved due to enhanced air-conditioning performance as light inflow decreases.

Smart glass is in high demand due to the expanding number of applications in transportation. Smart glasses put in autos are expected to give 40% solar reduction and % UV protection, making the interiors of the vehicles more comfortable.

High smart glass cost and less awareness among the user hurdles the product growth

Smart glass was originally utilized in the 1980s, but the technology wasn't marketed until 2000. The smart glass business has seen several changes and developments in terms of technologies and applications. Due to major technological breakthroughs, smart glass costs 2 to 4 times greater than ordinary windows and glass.

Thus, the most significant disadvantage of smart glass is its cost, which is extremely high despite its energy savings. If the price varies from manufacturer to manufacturer, expect to pay roughly US$100 per m2 for this specialist glazing. As a result, electrochromic glass is still very uncommon: it is mostly employed in professional and public settings (offices and museums).

In addition, while smart glass technology has been on the market for a decade, manufacturers have been able to get the required funding and support to begin mass production in the last few years. Manufacturers have realized economies of scale due to opening large-volume production plants, lowering costs. Thus, the cost of smart glass is expected to drop by 30-40 % as the volume of production increases. Therefore, rising costs coupled with limited application predominately in luxury sectors is challenging the growth of smart glasses globally.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

COVID-19 has significantly impacted the global smart glass industry's growth. Depending on how the virus spreads in different parts of the world, global smart glass sales for important applications such as architecture and automotive are projected to drop by 10-15 % this fiscal year.

Some of the reasons impeding the growth of the smart glass market include a decrease in the number of new construction projects and the temporary shutdown of manufacturing facilities. On the other hand, short-term supply chain interruptions are projected to impact market growth in key regions.

Furthermore, COVID-19 has significantly impacted the global automotive sector, closing several manufacturing locations worldwide. Automobile sales fell about % worldwide in the second quarter of 2020, notably in Europe, affecting overall smart glass demand. Furthermore, trade prohibitions across national and international borders and other trade restrictions have harmed the worldwide supply chain of the glass sector, resulting in fewer sales activity.

Segment Analysis

The global smart glass market is segmented based on the technology, mode of control, application and region.

Low driving voltage, high UV and IV ray blocking ratio and ease of integration with big glass panels are major factors to propel the electrochromic glass segment forward over the forecast period

The global smart glass market is segmented based on technology into electrochromic, polymer dispersed liquid crystal (PDLC), thermochromic, suspended particle devices (SPD), photochromic and others. Electrochromic glass may be colored and made opaque easily, adjusting heat and transmitting light as needed. Low driving voltage, high UV and IV ray blocking ratio and ease of integration with large glass panels are likely to propel the electrochromic glass segment forward over the forecast period. Electrochromic glass is used in various applications, including educational facilities, commercial spaces, hospitals and retail outlets.

The smart glass market is dominated by electrochromic smart glass technology. Electrochromic technology has long been employed in rearview mirrors in the car industry. Due to recent advances, it now has uses in switchable windows, sunroofs and other areas.

Though electrochromic smart window technology is not widely employed in architecture or construction applications, it is predicted to change the architecture sector in the next years, with electrochromic smart windows accounting for a significant market share by 2029. Early adopters of electrochromic technology are expected to be commercial buildings (business and government).

For instance, In April 2021, Bagmane Group, one of India's top build-to-suit real estate developers, picked SageGlass, the global leader in electrochromic glass, to create the world's largest smart glass installation. Rio Business Park, a 1.6 million square foot office complex in Bangalore, India, will get 200,000 square feet of SageGlass Harmony electrochromic glass, controls and software from SageGlass.

Geographical Analysis

The increasing concern about energy use in buildings, particularly in the business sector, is driving up demand for smart glass in North America

Smart glass is quickly becoming one of the most popular building materials in the North American region. One of the primary reasons for its growing popularity is its versatile building material that architects may employ for various functions.

Because of its aesthetic appeal, smart glass has become an increasingly common feature in commercial design. For example, despite sun glare issues, Spirit Lake Casino and Resort, a fine dining restaurant in North Dakota, used smart glass to provide (visitors) with beautiful views of the natural surroundings. The system also saves money for the restaurant by lowering the cooling demand of the air conditioning during hot days.

Furthermore, the increased concern about energy use in buildings, particularly in the business sector, is driving up demand for smart glass. As per the Department of Energy (DOE) 2015 report, buildings account for 40% of overall energy use and 70% of electricity consumption in U.S. Windows are widely regarded as one of the least energy-efficient building components. According to the California Energy Commission, they account for over 40% of total energy use in cooling, heating and lighting (natural light blocked by shades must be replaced by artificial light). The reasons mentioned above are projected to impact smart glass demand in the region.

Smart glass windows have emerged as an appealing offering to consumers in the building sector as building rules across U.S. drive demand for greener designs. As a result of these trends, the smart glass market in the region is predicted to grow.

Furthermore, the government sector has been implementing technology in the region. For instance, smart glass was used in remodeling the Government Services Administration Headquarters in U.S. Smart glass helps keep building occupants comfortable while reducing energy use for cooling and heating. Smart glass has the great potential to reduce the building's cooling load by up to 20% and its HVAC requirements by up to 30%. The glass demonstrates the GSA's commitment to incorporating more green technologies into its rebuilt facilities.

Competitive Landscape

The global smart glass market is highly competitive with local and global companies. Some prime companies contributing to the market's growth are Saint-Gobain, AGC Inc., NSG Group, research frontier, Gentex Corporation, AGP Americas, Smartglass International, TaiwanGlass Group, Innovative Glass Corp, Hitachi Chemicals, SPD Control Systems, Fuyao Glass and Central Glass, among others.

The major companies are adopting several growth strategies such as acquisitions, product launches and collaborations, contributing to the global growth of the Smart Glass market.

In January 2021, Corning Incorporated announced that Lava would be India's first mobile device company to market a US$ 71.45 (Rs. 5,499) military-grade smartphone with Gorilla Glass 3. The Z1 smartphone, available on January 22, 2021, is part of a new Lava device portfolio that includes the Z2, Z4 and Z6 smartphones, all of which have Gorilla Glass 3 and serve as an entry point for many Indian consumers looking to upgrade from a feature phone to a smartphone.

In December 2021, Halio, the world's growing technologically advanced and elegant smart windows, will be exhibiting in the "Green Avenue" section of the SK CES 2022 booth in the Central Hall, Booth 16761, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. SK, a key investor in Halio, Inc. and Halio both, supports energy-efficient technology, wellness solutions and focuses on ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance).

SageGlass

Overview: SageGlass is a growing electrochromic glass company revolutionizing how people interact with the built world. With the help of this smart technology, dynamic glass automatically clears and tints to maximize daylight and control temperature while preserving unhindered views of the outside. With SageGlass, building inhabitants can enjoy the biophilic advantages of nature, such as reduced stress, increased creativity and improved wellness. Architects select SageGlass to address sun control issues without sacrificing aesthetics elegantly. Additionally, SageGlass can assist building owners in reducing their energy use and obtaining sustainability and wellness certifications.

Product Portfolio: SageGlass LightZone: The company provides the ability to create up to three tint zones within a single pane of glass to let in exactly the right amount of light and block the sun as needed. Without needing curtains or shades, SageGlass LightZone improves personal comfort while retaining a connection to the outside.

Key Development

For instance, In April 2021, Bagmane Group, one of India's top build-to-suit real estate developers, picked SageGlass, the global leader in electrochromic glass, to create the world's largest smart glass installation. Rio Business Park, a 1.6 million square foot office complex in Bangalore, India, will get 200,000 square feet of SageGlass Harmony electrochromic glass, controls and software from SageGlass.

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