Flat Glass Coatings Market Trends

Global Flat Glass Coatings Market Overview

Flat Glass Coatings Market Size was valued at USD 3 billion in 2022. The Flat Glass Coatings industry is projected to grow from USD3.609 Billion in 2023 to USD 15.83112947 billion by 2032; during the forecast period (2023 - 2032), the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is 20.30%. Increased use of flat glass coatings in the automotive industry and commonly used in windows, doors, mirrors, automotive glass, and solar panels are the key market drivers enhancing the market growth.Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

Flat Glass Coatings Market Trends

• Growing demand for energy-efficient construction is driving the market growth.

Green buildings are gaining popularity around the world due to benefits such as reduced energy consumption and operating and maintenance costs. Therefore, the governments of many countries are developing new laws and regulations to promote green buildings, especially in developing countries. The Environmental Protection Agency in the United States launched the Net Zero Initiative to encourage regions to achieve sustainable and sustainable targets for zero energy and energy efficiency, net zero (55) consumer waste, and zero water to protect human health and the environment while providing health and financial benefits. This includes building green buildings that use solar energy to generate energy and reduce reliance on non-renewable energy sources. Therefore, the rapid growth of green buildings and the increase in flat glass consumption will increase demand more than anticipated. This factor drives the Market CAGR.

Additionally, Although coated glass is increasingly used in the solar industry, the market is quite interesting. The use of more techniques in solar glass is driving the market. Changing consumer preferences for green and clean energy increases the demand for solar panels. According to the United States. The U.S. Department of Energy says the process can improve the performance of solar panels. A solar panel with waterproof and anti-interference features can reduce electricity and product output by about 3-6%. Flat glass layers also reduce the maintenance costs of solar panels.

Additionally, significant increases in government support for green building projects are expected to boost business growth. For example, the World Green Building Council created Advancing Net Zero Carbon, the world's plan to decarbonize the economy by 2050. The project's main objective is to work with green buildings across the network to develop tools, programs, and resources to address the crisis and the possibility of net zero-carbon buildings while enabling the economy to deliver net zero-carbon buildings. Thus, driving the Flat Glass Coatings market revenue.

Flat Glass Coatings MarketSegment Insights

Flat Glass Coatings Resin Type Insights

Based on Resin Type, the Flat Glass Coatings market segmentation includes Polyurethane, Acrylic, Epoxy, and Others. The polyurethane segment dominated the market because polyurethane resins have several properties that make them ideal for flat glass coatings. Polyurethane resins are very durable and can withstand harsh environmental conditions. Moreover, Polyurethane resins are resistant to UV radiation and other weather elements. Polyurethane resins have low VOC emissions, which makes them environmentally friendly.

Flat Glass Coatings Technology Insights

Based on technology, the Flat Glass Coatings market segmentation includes solvent, water-based, and nano. Solvent-based dominate the market because of the many properties that make them ideal for flat glass coatings and because solvent-based coatings are very stable and can withstand harsh environments. Moreover, Solvent-based coatings are resistant to UV radiation and other weather elements. Solvent-based coatings have good film-forming properties, meaning they can be applied to glass in a thin, uniform film.

Figure1:  Flat Glass Coatings Market, by Technology, 2022&2032 (USD billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

Flat Glass Coatings Application Insights

The Flat Glass Coatings market segmentation, based on Application, includes solar power, mirror, architectural, automotive & transportation. The solar power segment dominated the market because solar power coatings are used to increase the efficiency of solar panels. Solar power coatings can reflect more sunlight into the solar cells, increasing the amount of electricity the solar panels generate. The demand for solar power is growing rapidly as people seek ways to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels. Moreover, Solar panels are becoming more efficient, which means they can generate more electricity from the same amount of sunlight.

Flat Glass Coatings Regional Insights

Segmented by Region, the study provides market insights for North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the rest of the world. The North American float glass coating market will explode due to the high consumption of glass coatings and increased demand for energy efficiency, which will drive market growth in the Region.

In addition, major countries examined in the report market include the United States, Canada, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure 2: FLAT GLASS COATINGS MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (%)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

Europe's Flat Glass Coatings market accounts for the second-largest market share due to the rising awareness regarding reducing the energy consumption of infrastructures, which will result in implementing a green building strategy, further boosting the market growth. Further, the German Flat Glass Coatings market held the largest market share, and the UK Flat Glass Coatings market was the fastest-growing market in the European Region.

The Asia-Pacific Flat Glass Coatings Market is expected to grow fastest from 2023 to 2032. This is because the rapid population growth in the Region and the increase in infrastructure both lead to the expansion of the economy in the Region. Moreover, China’s Flat Glass Coatings market held the largest market share, and the Indian Flat Glass Coatings market was the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Flat Glass Coatings Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development to expand their product lines, which will help the Flat Glass Coatings market grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking different strategic activities to expand their footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. The Flat Glass Coatings industry must offer cost-effective items to expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate.

Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics manufacturers use in the Flat Glass Coatings industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. The Flat Glass Coatings industry has offered some of the most significant advantages in recent years. Major players in the Flat Glass Coatings Market, including Fenzi SpA (Italy), Arkema (France), Ferro Corporation (US), Vitro (Mexico), the Sherwin-Williams Company (US), Nippon Paint Company Limited (Japan), Nano-Care Deutschland AG (Germany), Hesse GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), Tribos Coatings (International) Ltd (UK), CCM GmbH (Germany), and GlasTrösch Holding AG (Switzerland)., and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.

Guardian Industries is a custom glass, automotive, and home improvement products manufacturer based in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The company manufactures flat glass, glass products, fiberglass insulation, and household products for commercial, residential, and automotive applications. Guardian Glass begins manufacturing 130" x 240" or larger SunGuard clear glass layers or Guardian UltraClear float glass at its Carleton, Michigan facility. Flat glass manufacturers have responded to the needs of architects pushing the boundaries of building design to provide visibility and light so residents can see the façades while complying with regulations and standards.

Ferro Corporation is now part of Vibrantz Technologies. Vibrant Technologies is a technology leader in color solutions, rendering systems, and specialty products with a mission to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to countless products in various end markets. Ferro Corporation, a leading provider of technology-based process and paint services, announced that Prince International Corporation (Prince) had completed its acquisition of Ferro.

Key Companies in the Flat Glass Coatings market include

• Fenzi SpA (Italy)


• Arkema (France)


• Ferro Corporation (US)


• Vitro (Mexico)


• the Sherwin-Williams Company (US)


• Nippon Paint Company Limited (Japan)


• Nano- Care Deutschland AG (Germany)


• Hesse GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)


• Tribos Coatings (International) Ltd (UK)


• CCM GmbH (Germany)


• GlasTrösch Holding AG (Switzerland).

Flat Glass Coatings Industry Developments

September 2021: Guardian Glass begins manufacturing 130" x 240" or larger SunGuard clear glass layers or Guardian UltraClear float glass at its Carleton, Michigan facility. Flat glass manufacturers responded to the needs of architects pushing the boundaries of building design to provide maximum height and light in front-facing facades while meeting energy performance regulations and standards.

April 2021: Ferro Corporation, a leading provider of process technology and color solutions, announced the completion of the acquisition of Ferro by Prince International Corporation (Prince).

Flat Glass Coatings Market Segmentation

Flat Glass Coatings Resin Type Outlook

• Polyurethane


• Acrylic


• Epoxy


• Others

Flat Glass Coatings Technology Outlook

• Solvent-Based


• Water-Based


• Nano

Flat Glass Coatings Application Outlook

• Solar Power


• Mirror


• Architectural


• Automotive & Transportation

Flat Glass Coatings Regional Outlook

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