Values given for markets are generally based on the best estimates of those involved in the commercialization of the techniques. There are many factors to consider when launching new technology, not the least being the characteristics of the targeted industry application. Some fields welcome new technology with open arms, while others are more conservative in nature. Competition from other processes, both novel and established, also play a part in the success or failure of a technique. Values of the markets in this report are for the year given, represent sales by companies selling into the marketplace, and are for the United States only.
Projections are in terms of constant dollars and represent real growth.
There is reference to world markets when this has a substantial influence on the U.S. market sector. This, along with some historical data, forms the foundation of the report. Manufacturers' product literature was included when available, and interviews with company representatives and industry experts were conducted. By compiling and evaluating this information, BCC, Inc. has made an assessment of the outlook for various novel separation processes. The resulting report will be of value to current manufacturers, companies interested in entering or expanding their involvement in the separations industry, and to those companies interested in utilizing the processes for their own applications.