Global Surface Roughness Measurement (SRM) Market By Component (Probes, Frame Grabbers, Lighting Equipment, Cameras, Sensing Technology, Interface standards, Imaging Technology, Processors, Software), By Surface Type, By Technique, By Industry Vertical (Automobile, Aerospace & Defense, Optics and Metal Bearing, Medical & Pharmaceuticals, Semiconductor, Energy & Power), By Region, and Key Companies - Industry Segment Outlook, Market Assessment, Competition Scenario, Trends and Forecast 2021-2031

Surface roughness is a measurement of finely spaced micro-irregularities on a surface’s texture, which is made up of three components – roughness, waviness, and shape. Surface measuring, often known as surface metrology, is the computation of precise ground topography. To assess the appropriateness of a surface for a given application, surface computation may be required.

Some of the typical components of surface roughness measuring are probes, cameras, software, lighting equipment, and other components. These components are widely utilized in a variety of industries, including energy & power, aerospace & defense, semiconductors, medical & pharmaceuticals, etc.

The growing need to improve product quality and production processes is expected to fuel the global surface roughness measurement market. Furthermore, an increase R&D spending for these machines is also a factor that continues to positively influence market demand.

Surface Roughness Measurement Machines (SRMMs) are used in the automobile industry for component inspection, measurement, and quality control. To enhance safety and changing vehicle designs, the automobile industry is increasingly adopting optical measuring systems and SRMMs instead of traditional strain gauges, accelerometers, transducers, and extensometers.

Detailed Segmentation

Based on Component:

• Probes
• Frame Grabbers
• Lighting Equipment
• Cameras
• Sensing Technology
• Interface standards
• Imaging Technology
• Processors
• Software
• Other Components

Based on Surface Type:

• 2D
• 3D

Based on Technique:

• Contact
• Noncontact

Based on Industry Vertical:

• Automobile
• Aerospace & Defense
• Optics and Metal Bearing
• Medical & Pharmaceuticals
• Semiconductor
• Energy & Power
• Other Industry Verticals

Based on Region:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• South America
• Middle East & Africa

Market Dynamics

An increase in the demand for automobiles, particularly among emerging nations, has prompted automotive manufacturers and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to resort to automation in order to boost production capacities and to cater to this market demand

Surface roughness measurement equipment is becoming more popular as a result of low hardware costs, and the availability of fast processors. Although, it requires comprehensive, scalable software that provides all necessary elements needed to develop and deploy images of surface profiles, as well as allowing for quality assurance. An increase in product quality as well as manufacturing standards, the spending on research & development of these equipment, are resulting in revenue growth opportunities for the surface roughness measurement market.

The usage of non-contact measuring techniques is a primary development prospect for the surface roughness measurement industry. The integration of activities as a result of IoT adoption is a major setback that the players in this market face. However, a lack of skilled operators and a preference for traditional measurement methods are key obstructions to the further expansion of this industry.

A substantial increase in industrialization levels across the globe is also a major factor impacting the revenue growth of this market. As surface finishing has become an important aspect of a manufacturing process, it being necessary at various stages of production. The latest machinery coupled with technology advancements are expected to create lucrative revenue growth opportunities for the Surface Roughness Measurement (SRM) market.

Competitive Landscape

• Mahr GmbH
• Carl Zeiss AG
• AMETEK Inc.
• Starrett
• Hexagon AB
• Keyence Corporation
• Mitutoyo Corporation
• Jenoptik AG
• ACCRETECH (Europe) GmbH
• Optimax Imaging Inspection & Measurement Ltd.
• HORIBA Ltd.
• Alicona Imaging GmbH
• Kosaka Laboratory Ltd.
• KRÜSS GmbH
• FARO Technologies Inc.
• The Sempre Group Ltd.
• etc

Key developments

• In October 2018, Mitutoyo introduced the new U-WAVE fit device, that feeds output data measuring instruments that are equipped with Mitutoyo’s digimatic output to Windows PC applications, such as Excel and Notepad via wireless communication, achieving dramatic improvements in measuring workability at a low cost.
• In April 2018, Mahr announced a partnership with NanoFocus, a German provider of 3D surface metrology, under which Mahr would offer NanoFocus confocal microscopes as part of the new Mahr product line “MarSurf CM.” Mahr is expanding its tactile and optical measuring station range with high-resolution, confocal 3D surface measuring devices.
• In April 2018, ZEISS announced the purchase of GUARDUS (US), a top providers of production management and analysis software for computer-supported quality assurance and production management systems. The purchase would help ZEISS improve its respective market position.
• In October 2018, JENOPTIK announced the expansion of its manufacturing facilities in Florida. The expansion will assist the firm in realizing its full potential in the US market. Its Jupiter plant in Florida designs, produces, and maintains optical systems, with an additional 8,100 square feet of optical assembly space. New ISO 14644 Class-5 clean rooms will also be installed at this plant.

For the Surface Roughness Measurement (SRM) Market research study, the following years have been considered to estimate the market size: