SMT Reflow Soldering Equipment Market

SMT Reflow Soldering Equipment Market: Introduction

• Reflow soldering is the most commonly used method of attaching surface mount components to printed circuit boards (PCBs)
• Numerous reflow soldering processes are used in SMT (Surface Mount Technology), and each process has its advantages and disadvantages
• The most commonly used reflow soldering processes in electronics components are Vapor Phase and Infrared
• Vapor phase process is highly versatile and can be used for assemblies of any shape. Several phase process models are available for both batch and inline types. The capital costs of the vapor phase and infrared processes are similar; however, the operation cost may be higher for vapor phase.
• Infrared devices are widely utilized in the hybrid industry; however, at a much higher temperature in order to fire thick film deposits on ceramic PCB material
• Increase in use of PCBs in the electronics industry has further boosted the SMT reflow soldering equipment market.
• Currently, the machines are very advanced and use the latest soldering technology, which can constantly solder surface mounted components. This, in turn, is also driving the market.

Rising Demand for SMT Reflow Soldering Equipment in Automotive Industry 

• Based on end-use industry, the market can be segmented into consumer electronics, automotive, telecommunication, aerospace and defense, industrial, and others
• The automotive segment of the global SMT reflow soldering equipment market is estimated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period due to an increase in use of SMT reflow soldering equipment in the automotive industry for the production of electronic components and assemblies
• Automotive companies are also focusing on developing cost-effective vehicles that require lightweight with high functionality. This further drives the SMT reflow soldering equipment market.
• Increased use of SMT reflow soldering systems provides a faster assembly process; as compared to that offered by other traditional methods such as wave soldering; reduces the number of handling operations, improves throughput; and has lower scrap rates due to good electrical connectivity achieved by reflowed solder joints. This, in turn, is also propelling the global market.

Asia Pacific to Lead Global SMT Reflow Soldering Equipment Market

• In terms of region, the global SMT reflow soldering equipment market can be divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa
• Expansion of the SMT Reflow Soldering Equipment market is driven by factors such as increasing demand for electronic products and rapid industrialization in Asia Pacific. Innovation in technologies is estimated to increase the demand for SMT reflow soldering equipment.
• Consumption of SMT reflow soldering equipment in Asia Pacific is projected to increase significantly due to expansion of the automotive industry owing to the increasing integration of electronics in automotive
• The SMT reflow soldering equipment market in Asia Pacific is expected to expand at a high growth rate due to presence of major players in the region and increased competition among them. The market in North America is likely to expand at a steady pace during the forecast period owing to less competition in the market in the region.

Key Players Operating in Global SMT Reflow Soldering Equipment Market

Major players operating in global SMT reflow soldering equipment market are focusing on technological advancements and expansions to cater to the rising demand for SMT reflow soldering equipment market. Moreover, manufacturers are undertaking mergers and acquisitions for the development of innovative and advanced technologies.

Key players operating in the global SMT reflow soldering equipment market include:

• Zhejiang Neoden Technology Co.,Ltd
• Heller Industries, Inc.
• HB Automation Equipment Co.Ltd

Global SMT Reflow Soldering Equipment Market: Research Scope

Global SMT Reflow Soldering Equipment Market, by Process

• Vapor Phase
• Infrared

Global SMT Reflow Soldering Equipment Market, by End-use Industry

• Automotive
• Consumer Electronic
• Telecommunication
• Others (Aerospace and Defense, Industrial etc.)

Global SMT Reflow Soldering Equipment Market, by Region

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Rest of North America
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • U.K.
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • ASEAN
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa