Diamond Tools--World Markets, Applications & End-Users: 2008-2013 Analysis & Forecasts

This report analyzes the world market for diamond tools by total consumption value, demand trends, end-user markets and applications. Each product section contains detailed breakdowns including supplier sales and market share, consumption value and volume by region/product type, demand by end-user industry. Market trends and forecasts are provided for the years 2008-2013.

PRODUCTS COVERED:
• Saw Blades
• Diamond Wire Saws
• Grinding Wheels
• Drill Bits
• Gang Saws
• Core Drills
• Metal Band Saws
• Dressers
• Other

END-USER INDUSTRIES:
• Stone Quarrying, Processing & Construction
• Machinery
• Transportation
• Electronics & Semiconductors

COUNTRIES COVERED:
• China
• United States
• Germany
• Japan
• Korea
• Italy
• France
• United Kingdom
• Brazil
• Turkey
• Middle East
• Africa
• Other Asia Pacific
• Other Americas
• Other Europe

TIME FRAME
• Base: 2007 • Forecasts: 2008-2013

Summary of Report Contents

Section One: Technology Overview
• What Is A Diamond Tool?
• Diamond Tool Manufacturing
• Diamond Coated Tools
– Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) Coatings
– CVD
– PVD
• Recent Advances: Nanocoatings And Multilayer Coatings
• The Benefits And Limitations Of Diamond Tools
• Impacts Of Advances In Workpiece Material And Tool Design
• Product Definitions
– Sawblade
– Wire Saws
– Grinding Wheel
– Drill Bit
– Gang Saw
– Core Drill
– Band Saw
– Dresser
• Standards
• General Manufacturing Trends

Section Two: industry Overview
• World Market For Diamond Tools
• Total Global Market Value
– Historical Growth
– Market Trends
• Pricing
• Global Market By Diamond Tool Type
– Saw Blades
– Global Market By Wire Saw Type
• Diamond Tool Demand By Country
• Competitive Environment
– New Market Entrants
– Main Competitive Factors
– Barriers To Market Entry
• Future Outlook

Section Three: Stone & Construction Market
• World Market General: Diamond Tools In S&C
– Primary Market Drivers
• Stone Industry General
• Stone And Construction: Diamond Tool Demand By Product Type
• Stone And Construction: Diamond Tool Demand By Country
– Sawblade
– Wire Saws
– Grinding Wheel
– Drill Bit
– Gang Saw
– Core Drill
– Band Saw
– Dresser
• Competitive Environment
– General Trends
– Distribution Channels
– Product Focus: Wire Saws
• Future Outlook

Section Four: Machining Market
• World Market General: Diamond Tools In Machining
– Primary Market Drivers
• Machining: Diamond Tool Demand By Product Type
• Machining: Diamond Tool Demand By Country
– Sawblade
– Wire Saws
– Grinding Wheel
– Drill Bit
– Gang Saw
– Core Drill
– Band Saw
– Dresser
• Competitive Environment
– General Trends
– Distribution Channels
• Future Outlook

Section Five: Transportation Market
• World Market General: Diamond Tools In Transportation
– Primary Market Drivers
• Transportation: Diamond Tool Demand By Product Type
• Transportation: Diamond Tool Demand By Country
– Sawblade
– Wire Saws
– Grinding Wheel
– Drill Bit
– Gang Saw
– Core Drill
– Band Saw
– Dresser
• Competitive Environment
– General Trends
– Distribution Channels
• Future Outlook

Section Six: Electronics Market
• World Market General: Diamond Tools In Electronics
– Primary Market Drivers
• Electronics: Diamond Tool Demand By Product Type
• Electronics: Diamond Tool Demand By Country
– Sawblade
– Wire Saws
– Grinding Wheel
– Drill Bit
– Gang Saw
– Core Drill
– Band Saw
– Dresser
• Competitive Environment
– General Trends
– Distribution Channels
– Product Focus: Wire Saws
• Future Outlook

APPENDIX ONE: LISTING OF
DIAMOND TOOL SUPPLIERs

LIST OF TABLES

Section Two: Industry Overview
• Table 2.1: Global Market for Diamond Tools by End-Use Market ($MM): 2007-2013
• Table 2.2: Global Market for Diamond Tools by Type ($MM): 2007-2013
• Table 2.3: World Demand for Diamond Tools by Region ($MM): 2006-2013

Section Three: Stone & Construction Market
• Table 3.1: World Demand for Diamond Tools in Stone & Construction Applications by Type ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 3.2: World Demand for Diamond Tools in Stone & Construction Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 3.3: World Demand for Diamond Saw Blades in Stone & Construction Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 3.4: World Demand for Diamond Wire Saws in Stone & Construction Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 3.5: World Demand for Diamond Grinding Wheels in Stone & Construction Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 3.6: World Demand for Diamond Drill Bits in Stone & Construction Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 3.7: World Demand for Diamond Gang Saw Segments/Blades in Stone & Construction Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 3.8: World Demand for Diamond Core Drills in Stone & Construction Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 3.9: World Demand for Diamond Band Saw Blades in Stone & Construction Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 3.10: World Demand for Diamond Dressers in Stone & Construction Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013

Section Four: Machinery Market
• Table 4.1: World Demand for Diamond Tools in Machinery Applications by Type ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 4.2: World Demand for Diamond Tools in Machinery Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 4.3: World Demand for Diamond Saw Blades in Machinery Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 4.4: World Demand for Diamond Wire Saws in Machinery Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 4.5: World Demand for Diamond Grinding Wheels in Machinery Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 4.6: World Demand for Diamond Drill Bits in Machinery Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 4.7: World Demand for Diamond Gang Saw Segments/Blades in Machinery Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 4.8: World Demand for Diamond Core Drills in Machinery Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 4.9: World Demand for Diamond Band Saw Blades in Machinery Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 4.10: World Demand for Diamond Dressers in Machinery Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013

Section Five: Transportation Market
• Table 5.1: World Demand for Diamond Tools in Transportation Applications by Type ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 5.2: World Demand for Diamond Tools in Transportation Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 5.3: World Demand for Diamond Saw Blades in Transportation Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 5.4: World Demand for Diamond Wire Saws in Transportation Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 5.5: World Demand for Diamond Grinding Wheels in Transportation Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 5.6: World Demand for Diamond Drill Bits in Transportation Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 5.7: World Demand for Diamond Gang Saw Segments/Blades in Transportation Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 5.8: World Demand for Diamond Core Drills in Transportation Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 5.9: World Demand for Diamond Band Saw Blades in Transportation Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 5.10: World Demand for Diamond Dressers in Transportation Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013

Section Six: Electronics Market
• Table 6.1: World Demand for Diamond Tools in Electronics Applications by Type ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 6.2: World Demand for Diamond Tools in Electronics Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 6.3: World Demand for Diamond Saw Blades in Electronics Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 6.4: World Demand for Diamond Wire Saws in Electronics Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 6.5: World Demand for Diamond Grinding Wheels in Electronics Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 6.6: World Demand for Diamond Drill Bits in Electronics Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 6.7: World Demand for Diamond Gang Saw Segments/Blades in Electronics Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 6.8: World Demand for Diamond Core Drills in Electronics Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 6.9: World Demand for Diamond Band Saw Blades in Electronics Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013
• Table 6.10: World Demand for Diamond Dressers in Electronics Applications by Region ($MM): 2006-2013

Published: June 2008. Over 115 pages. Over 100 tables and charts.
Pricing: Hard Copy–$1,950. PDF Single-User–$2,450. PDF Multi-User–$2,750.

• Diamond saw blades: For high-speed gas powered cut-off saws, walk behind saws, handheld grinders, bridge saws, table saws, tile saws and other types of saws.
• Diamond tipped grinding cups: Used commonly on hand grinders for grinding concrete or stone.
• Diamond tipped core bit Diamond_drilling_porcelain or holesaw: Hollow steel tube with diamond tipped segments for drilling holes through concrete walls in the construction industry, porcelain tiles or granite worktops in the domestic industry, or also used for sample core extractions in the mining industry.
• PCD tool insert: Used in machine tools for ceramics and high speed aluminum machining.
• SPD tool insert: Used in turning centers for optics and precision surfaces.

Other diamond tools

• Concave blades: For cutting curves in countertops to install sinks or sculpt statues.
• TuckPointers: Thick diamond blades for restoration - grinding and replacing mortar.
• Crack chasers: Thick V-shaped diamond blades for repairing cracks in concrete.
• Polishing pads: Pads with diamond crystals for polishing marble and other fine stone.
• Diamond wire: wire with diamond crystals for cutting.

Diamond is an allotrope of carbon. It is the hardest known natural material and the third-hardest known material after aggregated diamond nanorods and ultrahard fullerite. Its hardness and high dispersion of light make it useful for industrial applications and jewelry.

Diamonds are specifically renowned as a material with superlative physical qualities; they make excellent abrasives because they can be scratched only by other diamonds, Borazon, ultrahard fullerite, or aggregated diamond nanorods, which also means they hold a polish extremely well and retain their lustre. Approximately 130 million carats (26,000 kg) are mined annually, with a total value of nearly USD $9 billion, and about 100,000 kg (220,000 lb) are synthesized annually.^[2]

The name diamond derives from the ancient Greek adamas (αδάμας; “invincible”). They have been treasured as gemstones since their use as religious icons in ancient India and usage in engraving tools also dates to early human history Popularity of diamonds has risen since the 19th century because of increased supply, improved cutting and polishing techniques, growth in the world economy, and innovative and successful advertising campaigns. They are commonly judged by the “four Cs”: carat, clarity, color, and cut.

Roughly 49% of diamonds originate from central and southern Africa, although significant sources of the mineral have been discovered in Canada, India, Russia, Brazil, and Australia. They are mined from kimberlite and lamproite volcanic pipes, which brought to the surface the diamond crystals from deep in the Earth where the high pressure and temperature enables the formation of the crystals. The mining and distribution of natural diamonds are subjects of frequent controversy such as with concerns over the sale of conflict diamonds (aka blood diamonds) by African paramilitary groups.

Diamond tools and blades require wet cutting. The water will prevent the blade from overheating, greatly reduce the amount of harmful dust created by cutting, and will remove the slurry from the cut. Diamond cannot withstand the forces involved at the elevated temperatures of dry cutting ceramic and abrasive materials, and will be subject to rapid tool wear and possible failure.

When water cannot be used (electrical saws for example), measures should be taken so the operator does not inhale dust created by the process, which poses a very serious health risk. When doing dry cutting, the blade should be allowed to cool off periodically. Cooling can be increased by allowing the blade to spin freely out of the cut. This allows cool air to pass between the segments. Dry diamond cutting is dangerous for persons unfamiliar with the risks and process.

The main reasons to choose porcelain are set out below:

1) Larger tiles can now be produced up to 2mx2m to provide an elegant uncluttered finish with simple lines and a contemporary and spacious feeling.

2) Wet rooms and showers are perfect for porcelain because it is impervious to water penetration.

3) It is highly resistant to chipping and scratching and lasts for many many years. The tile is a homogenous mix so damage just blends in.

4) It is frost resistant so may be used outdoors. In colder countries it is the external material of choice.

5) Once installed it is very low maintenance, easy to clean, resistant to mold grown, stains and bleaching and does not need sealing.

6) It is even stronger than granite. Granite is considered the benchmark when comparing very hard stone. Porcelain is 25% stronger than granite.

"The growth of the hard tiles market continues unabated: Consumption of porcelain tiles alone is predicted to double in the next 10-15 years. And not only is the demand for hard tiles growing, the trend for 'floor to ceiling' tiles is equally strong" c4carbides

Tilers and plumbers report installation difficulties because until now there has been genuine difficulty drilling porcelain tiles. Some tilers and plumbers avoid jobs using porcelain fearing the cost of breaking the material, the perceived complexity of installation, larger sizes plus the cost of cutting it. And so decent tilers able to work with such materials are much in demand and able to charge a premium. Its a shame more tilers do not embrace the material because with a little knowledge the cutting process can be shown to be quite straight forward. In contrast DIYers are keener than ever to "give it a go" and so are looking for good tools to tackle the task.