Market Overview

Market Research Future (MRFR), in its research report, emphasizes that the global linear slides market 2022 is slated to grow at a healthy 4.60% CAGR and USD 3.56 billion in 2030 over the review period.

The linear slides market is a dynamic and thriving industry that plays a crucial role in various sectors, including manufacturing, automation, aerospace, transportation, and electronics. Linear slides, also known as linear motion systems or linear guides, are mechanical devices that enable smooth and precise linear motion in machines and equipment.

Growing infrastructure in the automotive and electronics industries and rising demand for automated material handling in the manufacturing sector are key factors driving global market development. The increasing availability of linear slide substitutes is hampering global market growth. Linear slides have different industrial applications and thus increase their demand in the industrial sectors, particularly in the automotive, electronics and electrical industries. The availability on linear slides of two types of rolling elements, namely the roller slides and the ball bearing slides, extends the buying options for end users.

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Key Players

The key market players operating in the global market as identified by MRFR are 

  • Bishop-Wisecarver (US)
  • SKF (Sweden)
  • Intralox (US)
  • Del-Tron Precision, Inc. (US)
  • THK Co., Ltd (Japan)
  • Parker Hannifin Corporation (US)
  • Ball Slides, Inc. (US)
  • PHD Inc. (US)
  • igus (Germany)
  • Holmarc Opto-Mechatronics (P) Ltd. (India)
  • IKO International, Inc.
  • Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. (US)
  • PIC Design, Inc. (US)
  • Thomson Industries (US)

Segmentation

The global linear slides market is analyzed based on range type, application, slide types, usages, industry verticals, and region.

  • On the basis of range type, the global market has been segmented into simple, un-driven, multi-axis, and turnkey linear.
  • On the basis of slide types, the global market has been bifurcated into ball bearing and roller slides.
  • On the basis of application, the global market has been segmented into packaging tools, factory automation, machine tool, medical tools, automotive assembly, and others.
  • On the basis of usage, the global market has been segmented into industrial and commercial.
  • On the basis of industry verticals, the global market has been segmented into food, beverage, pharmaceutical, packaging, electrical and electronics industry, automotive, and others.

Recent development

April 2022:

In April 2022, a graduate from Earlham College worked for the Greenfield Parks & Recreation Department. This individual had prior experience working for the City of Richmond's parks department during each summer throughout their college years. The specific role and responsibilities within the Greenfield Parks & Recreation Department were not mentioned in the development.

March 2022:

In March 2022, a new product, the LWLF2, was introduced. This product features an ultra-small height of 2.5-mm. Additionally, the LWL1, another product in the same line, was designed with tapped rails for bottom mounting and enhanced stability. Further details regarding the manufacturer or the industry to which these products belong were not provided in the development.

May 2022:

In May 2022, the Jacksonville Jaguars made a significant decision during the 2022 NFL Draft. They selected Travon Walker, who was ranked as the No. 4 player on Dane Brugler's Big Board at the beginning of the draft. With this selection, Travon Walker became the first player among the 262 prospects to hear his name called during the three-day event. The development does not include additional information on the player's position or college background.

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