ppe outlook for north american and western european labs and research facilities
DESCRIPTION
Product differentiation is an emerging trend in the laboratory PPE market that will help manufacturers grow sales and acquire favorable positions. Introducing specialty products will help manufacturers overcome price sensitivity by meeting special needs and demands. In particular, “green” products will see significant growth in response to growing environmental concerns, especially with disposable PPE.TRANSCRIPT
Product Differentiation Proves
Crucial in the Price-sensitive PPE
Market
Research PREVIEW for
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Outlook for North
American and Western European Labs and Research
Facilities
Sample of Key Highlights
• Trends indicate a growing emphasis on lab safety in schools and universities
and increasing compliance with PPE by students. This can be explained by a
steady increase in the financial liability costs associated with lab-related
accidents.
• Employment trends point to strong growth in the overall number of
researchers and technicians engaged in scientific research and development
(R&D) in medical and diagnostic labs. This can be explained by the higher
budgetary allocations by the governments of North America and Western
Europe to encourage innovation in the scientific R&D and healthcare sectors.
Source: Frost & Sullivan analysis.
Sample of Key Highlights
• Limited product differentiation, specifically for disposable gloves, face masks,
particulate respirators, and protective clothing has resulted in a commoditized
market. A rise in the import of these products from Asian countries created
downward price pressure in this market.
• Distributors have a strong position in the supply chain, and nearly all PPE for
labs and research facilities are sold through specialty distributors. Besides
PPE, these distributors also supply scientific lab equipment and other
consumables such as first aid kits, signs and warning devices, emergency
eyewash and showers, as well as hazardous material containment and
cleanup supplies.
Source: Frost & Sullivan analysis.
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Source: Frost & Sullivan
Labs and Research Facility Types
PPE in Labs and Research Facilities: Labs and Research Facility Types,
North America and Western Europe, 2013
Academic
Industrial
Medical and diagnostic
Law enforcement
forensics
PPE in Labs
and Research
Facilities
Includes all school, college, and university labs as
well as government-funded scientific R&D facilities
Consists of all government and private-owned
industrial quality control labs that support
production. Also includes industrial R&D facilities
Comprises all government and private-owned labs
as well as facilities dedicated to healthcare and
development of medical science
Includes all forensics labs associated with law
enforcement departments
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Source: Frost & Sullivan
Segmentation
Above the neck protection
Respiratory protection
Hand protection
Body protection
Protective footwear
PPE in Labs
and Research
Facilities
PPE in Labs and Research Facilities: Segmentation, North America and Western Europe, 2013
Drivers and Restraints
PPE in Labs and Research Facilities: Market Restraints, North America and Western Europe, 2014–2018
Inappropriate selection of PPE by individuals restrains
the market from reaching its potential
Price pressure on PPE suppliers compromises market
growth
1-2 years 3-5 years 6-10 years
Increased government funding for R&D encourages lab
safety and training
Development of new safety guidelines alongside
increasingly strict regulatory enforcement drives PPE
compliance
Improvement in comfort and customization aspects of
PPE promotes compliance Mark
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Impact: High Medium Low Source: Frost & Sullivan analysis.
Details of the Full Analysis
The Full Analysis Features the Following Content
Section Slide Number
Executive Summary 4
Market Overview 6
Employment Characteristics and Outlook 12
Drivers and Restraints 15
Occupational Health and Safety 23
Above the Neck Protection Segment 41
Respiratory Protection Segment 47
Hand Protection Segment 51
Body Protection Segment 56
Protective Footwear Segment 60
Opportunities for PPE in Labs and Research Facilities 64
Competitive Landscape and Distribution Channels 68
Conclusion 74
The Frost & Sullivan Story 77
Key Questions the Full Analysis Answers
Is the market growing? How long will it continue to grow?
What steps are competitors taking to address the challenges in this market?
What are the prevalent distribution channels in this market?
What are the product trends that are pertinent to labs and research facilities?
What are the prevalent hazards in labs and research facilities, their level of impact on occupational
health and safety, and the relevant safety regulations?
What are the growth opportunities for various PPE segments across different labs and research
facilities?
Source: Frost & Sullivan analysis.
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Research Authors
Shray Sharma
Research
Associate
Chemicals,
Materials and
Food
Aparna
Balasubramanian
Senior Research
Analyst
Chemicals,
Materials and Food
Deepan
Kannan
Industry
Manager
Chemicals,
Materials and
Food
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