3D Metrology Market by Component (Software and Hardware), Product (Optical Digitizer & Scanner (ODS), Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System, and Video Measuring Machine (VMM)), Service (Virtual Simulation, Quality Control & Inspection, 3D Scanning, and Reverse Engineering), End-user (Medical, Aerospace, Construction & Engineering, Automotive, Heavy Machinery, and Others), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global 3D metrology market size was USD XX Mn in 2022 and is likely to reach USD XX Mn by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of XX% during, 2023–2031. The growth of the market is attributed to the growing use of 3D data in modeling analysis across various industries.
3D metrology services are widely used in quality control & inspection applications. These services are a collection of data by scanners or coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) with data models & tools used to create a 3D object. Furthermore, 3D objects help create 3D models for different products. This data is shared with different business units of the manufacturing company for designing, scheduling, and purchasing. The data helps ensure accuracy in manufactured products.
3D metrology is used in measurement modeling. This step involves visualization of measurements that are considered during production process. Large amount of 3D data is required in defining a product for precision inspection. The use of 3D metrology services is a recent trend, which allows the use of 3D scanners in combination with CMMs.
Moreover, 3D laser scanners, laser trackers, and white-light scanners are used as dimensional metrology technology for fast & precise results. These solutions have made data capturing fast and easy while ensuring high accuracy. Small laser trackers with large-volume measuring capacities are used in industries including aerospace and automotive for achieving highly precise measurements.
The COVID-19 pandemic hampered the overall revenue of the global 3D metrology market due to a sharp decline in the manufacturing processes across various industries worldwide. However, the pandemic increased the usage of advanced technology to measure dimensions in various countries, fueled the installation of metrology services in industries and research labs including shop floors, research & development labs, and pre-dispatch inspection units.
3D Metrology Market Dynamics
Drivers
Increasing number of applications in various industries including electronics, medical, energy & power, and aerospace is expected to drive the market. 3D metrology is used in the manufacturing sector for product performance & quality assessment, which is a crucial step in product manufacturing thus, boosting the market.
Restraints
High installation and maintenance costs hinder market growth. Thus, small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face investment issues. Manufacturers prefer to collaborate with third-parties for 3D metrology services and facilities for their product development and production process. These factors restrain the market.
Opportunities
Growing demand for 3D metrology facilities and limited metrology expert sources are projected to create lucrative opportunities in the market. Many 3D metrology equipment providers offer on-site services, which help manufacturers save time and costs of outsourcing parts in measuring process. Thus, increasing opportunities in the market.
Scope of 3D Metrology Market Report
The market report includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
3D Metrology Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Component (Software and Hardware), Product (Optical Digitizer & Scanner (ODS), Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System, and Video Measuring Machine (VMM)), Service (Virtual Simulation, Quality Control & Inspection, 3D Scanning, and Reverse Engineering), and End-user (Medical, Aerospace, Construction & Engineering, Automotive, Heavy Machinery, and Others) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Market Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
FARO; Hexagon AB; 3D Systems, Inc.; Holobuilder; Bruker; Metrologic Group; Zeiss Group; KEYENCE CORPORATION; Wurth Additive Group; and Mitutoyo Corporation |
3D Metrology Market Segment Insights
Based on component, the 3D metrology market is divided into software and hardware. The hardware segment is expected to expand at a significant pace during the projection period owing to the rising demand for coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) for quality and inspection services. Thus, hardware equipment is used in industries such as architecture, building, aerospace, defense, and heavy machinery to sustain the quality of products, which results in the growth of the segment.
On the basis of product, the global market is segregated into optical digitizer & scanner (ODS), coordinate measuring machine (CMM), 3D automated optical inspection (AOI) system, and video measuring machine (VMM). The coordinate measuring machine (CMM) segment is projected to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period, as it is widely used in geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T) measurement, precision measurement, and inspection in automotive industry. Increasing need for sustainable product performance through-life product support and distributed manufacturing are key factors fueling the segment.
In terms of service, the 3D metrology market is segmented into virtual simulation, quality control & inspection, 3d scanning, and reverse engineering. The quality control & inspection segment is expected to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period due to the increasing competition and need for safety in industries. Maintenance and improvements in the quality of products are crucial priority of many industries such as medicine, aerospace, construction, and engineering.
Based on end-user, the market is categorized as medical, aerospace, construction & engineering, automotive, heavy machinery, and others. The automotive segment is expected to register a robust pace during the forecast period, as these services are used in the automotive industry in designing, manufacturing, and fixing single components and finished products.
In terms of region, the global 3D metrology market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific is expected to dominate the market during the projection period due to the increasing infrastructure development in the countries of the region such as Japan, China, and India. Numerous infrastructure development projects are implemented or scheduled in the projection period. These countries are involved in manufacturing aircraft for defense purposes, which in turn, fuels the market in the region.
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. 3D Metrology Market Overview
4.1. Introduction
4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
4.1.2. Market Definition
4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
4.2.1. Industry Outlook
4.3. 3D Metrology Market Dynamics
4.3.1. Market Drivers
4.3.2. Market Restraints
4.3.3. Opportunity
4.3.4. Market Trends
4.4. 3D Metrology Market - Supply Chain
4.5. Global 3D Metrology Market Forecast
4.5.1. 3D Metrology Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2. 3D Metrology Market Size (000’ Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.3. 3D Metrology Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global 3D Metrology Market Analysis and Forecast by End Users
5.1. Market Trends
5.2. Introduction
5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
5.3. 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
5.3.1. Medical
5.3.2. Aerospace
5.3.3. Construction & Engineering
5.3.4. Automotive
5.3.5. Heavy Machinery
5.3.6. Others
5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by End Users
5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by End Users
6. Global 3D Metrology Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
6.1. Market Trends
6.2. Introduction
6.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
6.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
6.3. 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
6.3.1. North America
6.3.2. Latin America
6.3.3. Europe
6.3.4. Asia Pacific
6.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
6.6. Global 3D Metrology Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
7. North America 3D Metrology Market Analysis and Forecast
7.1. Introduction
7.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
7.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
7.2. North America 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
7.2.1. U.S.
7.2.2. Canada
7.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
7.4. North America 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
7.4.1. Medical
7.4.2. Aerospace
7.4.3. Construction & Engineering
7.4.4. Automotive
7.4.5. Heavy Machinery
7.4.6. Others
7.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
7.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
7.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
7.7.1. By Country
7.7.2. By Product Type
7.7.3. By Application
7.8. North America 3D Metrology Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
8. Latin America 3D Metrology Market Analysis and Forecast
8.1. Introduction
8.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
8.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
8.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
8.2. Latin America 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
8.2.1. Brazil
8.2.2. Mexico
8.2.3. Rest of Latin America
8.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
8.4. Latin America 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
8.4.1. Medical
8.4.2. Aerospace
8.4.3. Construction & Engineering
8.4.4. Automotive
8.4.5. Heavy Machinery
8.4.6. Others
8.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
8.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
8.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
8.7.1. By Country
8.7.2. By Product Type
8.7.3. By Application
8.8. Latin America 3D Metrology Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. Europe 3D Metrology Market Analysis and Forecast
9.1. Introduction
9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
9.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
9.2. Europe 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
9.2.1. Germany
9.2.2. France
9.2.3. Italy
9.2.4. U.K.
9.2.5. Spain
9.2.6. Russia
9.2.7. Rest of Europe
9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.4. Europe 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
9.4.1. Medical
9.4.2. Aerospace
9.4.3. Construction & Engineering
9.4.4. Automotive
9.4.5. Heavy Machinery
9.4.6. Others
9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
9.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
9.7.1. By Country
9.7.2. By Product Type
9.7.3. By Application
9.8. Europe 3D Metrology Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Asia Pacific 3D Metrology Market Analysis and Forecast
10.1. Introduction
10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
10.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
10.2. Asia Pacific 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
10.2.1. China
10.2.2. Japan
10.2.3. South Korea
10.2.4. India
10.2.5. Australia
10.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.4. Asia Pacific 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
10.4.1. Medical
10.4.2. Aerospace
10.4.3. Construction & Engineering
10.4.4. Automotive
10.4.5. Heavy Machinery
10.4.6. Others
10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
10.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
10.7.1. By Country
10.7.2. By Product Type
10.7.3. By Application
10.8. Asia Pacific 3D Metrology Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Middle East & Africa 3D Metrology Market Analysis and Forecast
11.1. Introduction
11.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
11.1.3. Middle East & Africa Average Pricing Analysis
11.2. Middle East & Africa 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
11.2.1. Saudi Arabia
11.2.2. South Africa
11.2.3. UAE
11.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
11.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.4. Middle East & Africa 3D Metrology Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
11.4.1. Medical
11.4.2. Aerospace
11.4.3. Construction & Engineering
11.4.4. Automotive
11.4.5. Heavy Machinery
11.4.6. Others
11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
11.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
11.7.1. By Country
11.7.2. By Product Type
11.7.3. By Application
11.8. Middle East & Africa 3D Metrology Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
12. Competition Landscape
12.1. Global 3D Metrology Market: Market Share Analysis
12.2. 3D Metrology Distributors and Customers
12.3. 3D Metrology Market: Competitive Dashboard
12.4. Company Profiles (Details: Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
12.4.1. FARO
12.4.2. Hexagon AB
12.4.3. 3D Systems, Inc.
12.4.4. Holobuilder
12.4.5. Bruker
12.4.6. Metrologic Group
12.4.7. Zeiss Group
12.4.8. KEYENCE CORPORATION
12.4.9. Wurth Additive Group
12.4.10. Mitutoyo Corporation