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Industrial Automation

Automation has been an intrinsic component for manufacturing ever since the launch of the first programmable logic controller in 1970. The market of automation has, since then, seen a number of new product introductions that has significantly altered the way end-users pursue product design, engineering, production and services.

Frost & Sullivan's automation market research and consulting programs entails a dedicated approach to understand and foresee the future of diverse automation products across various geographies. Our market focus includes factory automation, process automation, industrial software, product lifecycle management, besides others.

A list of key focus areas have been identified below.

  • Factory Automation
  • Process Automation
  • MES & Advanced Process Control
  • Industrial Services

Our work is founded on close and regular interactions with leading multi-nationals and emerging companies operating in the world of industrial automation. The objectives of our research involves from the most basic elements of market intelligence to advanced strategic work for new product introductions and Go-To market strategies, and advisory work for mergers and acquisitions.

  1. 03 Mar 2017  |  Global  |  Technology Alert

    Abrasive Waterjet Machining Technology Advancements

    This Advanced Manufacturing TOE profiles innovations in highlights advancements in waterjet cutting machines, including desktops, more affordable systems, machines for heavy industry, and machines for very precise parts. The Advanced Manufacturing TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) covers global innovations and developments related to manufactur...

    $250.00
  2. 24 Feb 2017  |  Global  |  Technology Alert

    3D Printing for Military/Aerospace Applications

    This Advanced Manufacturing TOE highlights innovations and opportunities in 3D printing for military/aerospace applications, including 3D laser metal printing of weapons, 3D printing of electronic components, 3D printing of food, 3D bioprinting of functional skin. The Advanced Manufacturing TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) covers global innovat...

    $250.00
  3. 17 Feb 2017  |  Global  |  Technology Alert

    Fiber Optic Laser Machining Technology Advancements

    This Advanced Manufacturing TOE highlights advancements and innovations in fiber laser machining technology, such as fiber punch laser machines, fiber laser for additive and subtractive machining, high power fiber lasers, and laser cutting combined with CNC (computer numerical control) machining. The Advanced Manufacturing TechVision Opportunity E...

    $250.00
  4. 10 Feb 2017  |  Global  |  Technology Alert

    3D Printing of Low-cost Prosthetics

    This Advanced Manufacturing TOE profiles innovations in 3D printed orthopedic prosthetics, including prosthetic hands. The Advanced Manufacturing TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) covers global innovations and developments related to manufacturing and industrial automation on a weekly basis. Innovations are focused toward improving product trac...

    $250.00
  5. 03 Feb 2017  |  Global  |  Technology Alert

    Improved Product and Material Inspection and Testing Technologies

    This Advanced Manufacturing TOE highlights developments in laser scanners for quality inspection and 3D digital representation, including portable 3D laser scanners, arms with integrated encoders and laser scanners. structured light 3D scanners, fringe projection scanners. The Advanced Manufacturing TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) covers globa...

    $250.00
  6. 27 Jan 2017  |  Global  |  Technology Alert

    3D Printing in the Motorcyle Industry

    This Advanced Manufacturing TOE highlights developments and innovations in three-dimensional (3D) printing for motorcycles, including the chassis, windshield, lights, mirrors, and tank casings. The Advanced Manufacturing TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) covers global innovations and developments related to manufacturing and industrial automatio...

    $250.00
  7. 20 Jan 2017  |  Global  |  Technology Alert

    Advances in Microbots

    This issue of Advanced Manufacturing TOE presents innovations in microrobots (microbots), including bioinspired microbots controlled via electromagentic fields, microbots controlled by blue light, microbots for pollution control, and ciliated microbots for drug or chemical delivery. The Advanced Manufacturing TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) co...

    $250.00
  8. 13 Jan 2017  |  Global  |  Technology Alert

    Innovations in Composite Manufacturing Technologies

    This issue of Advanced Manufacturing TOE focuses on developments and innovations in manufacturing composites, including single-processing solutions, combination 3D printing and robotics technologies, techniques for producing continuous carbon fiber, and use of paper 3D printing technology to produce carbon fiber reinforced parts. The Advanced Manu...

    $250.00
  9. 06 Jan 2017  |  Global  |  Technology Alert

    Innovations in Agriculture Robots

    This issue of Advanced Manufacturing TOE highlights advancements in robots for agriculture, such as mobile material handling robots, fruit harvesting robots, plant breeding robots, and fertilizer robots. The Advanced Manufacturing TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) covers global innovations and developments related to manufacturing and industrial...

    $250.00
  10. This issue profiles machine vision-based surface inspection systems.

    $1,500.00