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PLUNKETT'S CHEMICALS, COATINGS & PLASTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2021Key Findings:Plunkett Research analyzes the major trends and technologies in the global Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics industries. In addition, Plunkett profiles hundreds of the industry's top firms.Key Features:Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligenceMarket forecasts and Industry StatisticsIndustry Associations and Professional Societies ListIn-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companiesIndustry GlossaryLink to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 515Statistical Tables Provided: 20Companies Profiled: 396Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. How is the industry evolving?How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?What is the size of the market now and in the future?What are the financial results of the leading companies?What are the names and titles of top executives?What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends in the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics IndustryIntroduction to the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics IndustryThe Coronavirus'Effect on the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics IndustryPlastic Processing Technologies Have Evolved According to Specialized NeedsGlobal Demand for Plastics Will Soar Over the Long TermChina's Plastics Market to Grow Long-Term/China Is a Major Chemicals Import MarketPetrochemicals Plants in the Middle East Expand but Face ChallengesIndia's Plastics and Chemicals Sectors Grow/India Is Home to Massive Petrochemical PlantsNew Display Technologies with PLEDsRefineries Along with Chemicals and Plastics Plants Delay Expansion Projects in U.S.Chemical Plants Increase Security MeasuresEnvironmentalists Campaign for a Greener Chemical IndustryPackaging Technology Improves/Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola Boost Packaging SustainabilityBio-plastics Become a Reality/Plastic Packaging Made from Corn and SoyNanochemicals Deliver Advanced Coatings and Specialty ChemicalsSelf-Assembly and Fabrication on the Atomic Level Enable NanomanipulationEthanol Production Soared, But U.S. Federal Subsidy ExpiresCellulosic Ethanol Makes Slow Commercial ProgressManufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty ChemicalsHPTP Thermoplastics, Thermoset and Engineered Plastics Enable Advanced Products/Nanocomposites Offer the Ultimate in Advanced MaterialsThe Future of the Global Chemicals Industry, Driven by Specialty Needs and a Growing Middle ClassChemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Statistics25Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Statistics and Market Size OverviewS. Exports & Imports of Chemicals: 2014-1st Quarter 2020S. Exports & Imports of Organic Chemicals: 2014-1st Quarter 2020S. Exports & Imports of Inorganic Chemicals: 2014-1st Quarter 2020S. Exports & Imports of Plastics & Plastics Products: 2014-1st Quarter 2020S. Exports & Imports of Rubber & Rubber Products: 2014-1st Quarter 2020S. Exports & Imports of Explosives & Pyrotechnic Products: 2014-1st Quarter 2020S. Exports & Imports of Fertilizers: 2014-1st Quarter 2020S. Exports & Imports of Pharmaceutical Products: 2014-1st Quarter 2020Gross Output in the Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber Products Manufacturi

PLUNKETT'S CONSUMER PRODUCTS, COSMETICS, HAIR & PERSONAL SERVICES INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2019Key Findings:Plunkett Research profiles hundreds of the world's top companies in Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair and Personal Services and analyzes top trends changing the industry for the mid term.Key Features:Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligenceMarket forecasts and Industry StatisticsIndustry Associations and Professional Societies ListIn-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companiesIndustry GlossaryLink to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 313Statistical Tables Provided:20Companies Profiled: 185Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. How is the industry evolving?How is the industry being shaped by new technologies and evolving consumer tastes and demands?How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?What is the size of the market now and in the future?What are the financial results of the leading companies?What are the names and titles of top executives?What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include: Major Trends Affecting the Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry7Introduction to the Consumer Products IndustryOnline Marketing, Social Media and Ecommerce Enable Startups and Disruption in Consumer Products and CosmeticsA Growing Middle Class in Emerging Markets Creates Vast New Opportunities for Consumer ProductsAmazon Continues to Boost Its Market ShareLOHAS-Socially Conscious Consumers Create Challenges and Opportunities for Advertisers and MarketersLuxury Apparel, Accessories and Consumer Products Lines Compete for GrowthPrivate Label Brands Grow in Share of Total Store SalesDiverse Selling Techniques Boost Direct Marketers and Non-Store SalesSuper Beauty Stores Combine Shopping with Personal Care ServicesUp and Coming Independent Beauty Products Firms Snapped Up by Major PlayersSocial Media Spurs Beauty Products Sales Among Millennials and TeensBeauty Products Firms Target Unique Needs of Diverse Consumers WorldwideOn-Demand Products and Services on the Rise in Pet Care, Laundry and At-Home Hair and Beauty CareRegis Dominates the Hair Salon Business/Product Sales Enhance Salon ProfitsBlowout Bars ProliferateNatural/Organic Consumer Products Attract Greater Market ShareOrganic Food Sales Continue Global Growth/Locally Sourced Foods and Farm to Table Increase in PopularityConsumers Drive a Revolution in the Food Industry, Demanding Fresher, More Natural Foods, Creating both Pain and OpportunitiesConsumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry StatisticsConsumer Goods & Services Industry Statistics and Market Size OverviewAnnual Consumer Price Index, 1940-2018, U.S.Average Annual Expenditures of All Consumer Households: 2012-2017, U.S.Distribution of Total U.S. Annual Household Expenditures, by Major Category: 2017Total U.S. Disposable Income, Expenditures & Gross Domestic & National Product Per Capita: Selected Years, 1960-2017Consumer Goods & Services Retail Sales by Kind of Business, U.S.: 2012-2017Consumer Goods & Services Retail Sales by Kind of Business, U.S.: Monthly, through August 2018S. Exports & Imports of Food: 2012-2nd Quarter 2018S. Exports & I

PLUNKETT'S MANUFACTURING & ROBOTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2019Key Findings:•• Plunkett Research analyzes the major trends and technologies in the global Manufacturing & Robotics sectors. In addition, Plunkett profiles hundreds of the industry's top firms.Key Features:•Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence•Market forecasts and Industry Statistics•Industry Associations and Professional Societies List•In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies•Industry Glossary•Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online•Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 689Statistical Tables Provided: 29Companies Profiled: 503Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments.•How is the industry evolving?•How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?•How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?•What is the size of the market now and in the future?•What are the financial results of the leading companies?•What are the names and titles of top executives?•What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Manufacturing, Automation & Robotics Industry1. Introduction to the Manufacturing, Automation and Robotics Industry2. Industrial Robots and Factory Automation3. Service Robots in a Variety of Industries4. U.S. Automobile Sales Still Strong5. Global Growth in Manufacturing and Trade Requires Investment by Emerging Nations6. Introduction to the Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry7. Pros and Cons of Outsourcing & Offshoring8. Nearshoring and Reshoring Keep Operations Closer to Home9. Upswing in U.S. Apparel and Textile Jobs as Firms Reshore10. Wage Rise Slows in China/Vietnam and Other Countries Gain Manufacturing Market Share11. The Vast Majority of Shoes Sold in the U.S. Are Made Elsewhere12. 3-D Printing and Robotics Revolutionize Manufacture of Shoes and Fabrics13. Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) Adds Value to Contract Electronics Manufacturing14. 3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing), Rapid Prototyping and Computer Aided Design15. 3PL Logistics Services and Supply Chain Management Services16. Manufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty Chemicals17. Refineries Along with Chemicals and Plastics Plants Invest Heavily in U.S./Take Advantage of Shale Natural Gas18. Telecom Equipment Makers Face Intense Competition from Manufacturers in China19. Boeing and Airbus Have Massive Aircraft Backlogs/Major Aircraft Market in China20. U.S. Auto Manufacturers Ford, Chrysler and GM Compete Head-On with Volkswagen, Toyota and Honda21. India Sees Automobile Export Growth22. Mexico Now a Major Automotive Maker and Exporter23. Designers and Manufacturers Bypass the Middleman with Direct-to-Consumer Online Business Models24. Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning and Machine Learning Advance into Commercial Applications, Including Health Care and RoboticsManufacturing, Automation & Robotics Industry StatisticsI. Overview of the Manufacturing, Automation & Robotics Industry1. Manufacturing, Automation & Robotics Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview2. Quarterly After-Tax Profits, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 2011-1st Quarter 20183. Selected Financial Data, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 1st Quarter 2017-1st Quarter 20184. Net Sales &

PLUNKETT'S CHEMICALS, COATINGS & PLASTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2019Key Findings:• Plunkett Research lists top 400 companies in Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term.Key Features:• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies• Industry Glossary• Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online• Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 537Statistical Tables Provided: 20Companies Profiled: 396Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments.• How is the industry evolving?• How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?• How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?• What is the size of the market now and in the future?• What are the financial results of the leading companies?• What are the names and titles of top executives?• What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends in the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics IndustryIntroduction to the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics IndustryPlastic Processing Technologies Have Evolved According to Specialized NeedsGlobal Demand for Plastics Will Soar Over the Long TermChina's Plastics Market to Grow/China Is a Major Chemicals Import MarketPetrochemicals Plants in the Middle East Expand but Face ChallengesIndia's Plastics and Chemicals Sectors Grow/India Is Home to Massive Petrochemical PlantsNew Display Technologies with PLEDsRefineries Along with Chemicals and Plastics Plants Invest Heavily in U.S./Take Advantage of Shale Natural GasChemical Plants Increase Security MeasuresEnvironmentalists Campaign for Chemical Industry ReformPackaging Technology Improves/Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola Boost Packaging SustainabilityBio-plastics Become a Reality/Plastic Packaging Made from Corn and SoyNanochemicals Deliver Advanced Coatings and Specialty ChemicalsSelf-Assembly and Fabrication on the Atomic Level Enable NanomanipulationEthanol Production Soared, But U.S. Federal Subsidy ExpiresCellulosic Ethanol Makes Slow Commercial ProgressManufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty ChemicalsHPTP Thermoplastics, Thermoset and Engineered Plastics Enable Advanced Products/Nanocomposites Offer the Ultimate in Advanced MaterialsThe Future of the Global Chemicals Industry, Driven by Specialty Needs and a Growing Middle ClassChemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Statistics:Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Statistics and Market Size OverviewU.S. Exports & Imports of Chemicals: 2012-1st Quarter 2018U.S. Exports & Imports of Organic Chemicals: 2012-1st Quarter 2018U.S. Exports & Imports of Inorganic Chemicals: 2012-1st Quarter 2018U.S. Exports & Imports of Plastics & Plastics Products: 2012-1st Quarter 2018U.S. Exports & Imports of Rubber & Rubber Products: 2012-1st Quarter 2018U.S. Exports & Imports of Explosives & Pyrotechnic Products: 2012-1st Quarter 2018U.S. Exports & Imports of Fertilizers: 2012-1st Quarter 2018U.S. Exports & Imports of Pharmaceutical Products: 2012-1st Quarter 2018Gross Output in the Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber Products Manufacturing Industries, U.S.: Selected Years, 2010-2016Value of Manufac

PLUNKETT'S CONSUMER PRODUCTS, COSMETICS, HAIR & PERSONAL SERVICES INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2018Key Findings:• Plunkett Research profiles 185 of the world's top companies in Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair and Personal Services and analyzes top trends changing the industry for the mid term.Key Features:• Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence• Market forecasts and Industry Statistics• Industry Associations and Professional Societies List• In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies• Industry Glossary• Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 303Statistical Tables Provided: 20Companies Profiled: 185Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments.• How is the industry evolving?• How is the industry being shaped by new technologies and evolving consumer tastes and demands?• How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?• What is the size of the market now and in the future?• What are the financial results of the leading companies?• What are the names and titles of top executives?• What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Consumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry1) Introduction to the Consumer Products Industry2) Online Marketing, Social Media and Ecommerce Enable Startups and Disruption in Consumer Products and Cosmetics3) A Growing Middle Class in Emerging Markets Creates Vast New Opportunities for Consumer Products4) Amazon Continues to Boost Its Market Share5) LOHAS-Socially Conscious Consumers Create Challenges and Opportunities for Advertisers and Marketers6) Luxury Apparel, Accessories and Consumer Products Lines Compete for Growth7) Private Label Brands Grow in Share of Total Store Sales8) Diverse Selling Techniques Boost Direct Marketers and Non-Store Sales9) Super Beauty Stores Combine Shopping with Personal Care Services10) Up and Coming Independent Beauty Firms Snapped Up by Major Players11) Social Media Spurs Beauty Sales Among Millennials and Teens12) Beauty Firms Target Unique Needs of Diverse Consumers Worldwide13) On-Demand Products and Services on the Rise in Pet Care, Laundry and At-Home Hair and Beauty Care14) Regis Dominates the Hair Salon Business/Product Sales Enhance Salon Profits15) Natural/Organic Consumer Products Attract Greater Market Share16) Marketing for Soaps and Cleaners Shifts to Individual Pods, Retail Price DiscountsConsumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry StatisticsConsumer Products, Cosmetics, Hair & Personal Services Industry Statistics1) Consumer Goods & Services Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview2) Annual Consumer Price Index, 1935-2017, U.S.3) Average Annual Expenditures of All Consumer Households: 2011-2016, U.S.4) Distribution of Total U.S. Annual Household Expenditures, by Major Category: 20155) Total U.S. Disposable Income, Expenditures & Gross Domestic & National Product Per Capita: Selected Years, 1960-20166) Consumer Goods & Services Retail Sales by Kind of Business, U.S.: 2011-20167) Consumer Goods & Services Retail Sales by Kind of Business, U.S.: Monthly, through July 20178) U.S. Exports & Imports of Food: 2011-2nd Quarter 20179) U.S. Exports & Imports of Beverages & Tobacco Products: 2011-2nd Quarter 201710) U.S. Exports & Imports of Apparel Products: 2011-2nd Quarter 201711) U.S

PLUNKETT'S MANUFACTURING & ROBOTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2018Key Findings:•Plunkett Research lists top 500 companies in Manufacturing & Robotics and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term.Key Features:•Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence•Market forecasts and Industry Statistics•Industry Associations and Professional Societies List•In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies•Industry Glossary•Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online•Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 689Statistical Tables Provided: 29Companies Profiled: 503Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments.•How is the industry evolving?•How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?•How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?•What is the size of the market now and in the future?•What are the financial results of the leading companies?•What are the names and titles of top executives?•What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Manufacturing & Robotics Industry1)Introduction to the Manufacturing and Robotics Industry2)Industrial Robots and Factory Automation3)Service Robots in a Variety of Industries4)U.S. Automobile Sales Soar5)Global Growth in Manufacturing and Trade Requires Investment by Emerging Nations6)Regional Trade Centers Will Evolve to Boost Manufacturing and Logistics7)Introduction to the Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry8)Pros and Cons of Outsourcing & Offshoring9)Nearshoring and Reshoring Keep Operations Closer to Home10)Upswing in U.S. Apparel and Textile Jobs as Firms Reshore11)Wage Rise Slows in China/Vietnam and Other Countries Gain Manufacturing Market Share12)The Vast Majority of Shoes Sold in the U.S. Are Made Elsewhere13)3-D Printing and Robotics Revolutionize Manufacture of Shoes and Fabrics14)Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) Adds Value to Contract Electronics Manufacturing15)3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing), Rapid Prototyping and Computer Aided Design16)3PL Logistics Services and Supply Chain Management Services17)Manufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty Chemicals18)Refineries Along with Chemicals and Plastics Plants Invest Heavily in U.S./Take Advantage of Shale Natural Gas19)Computer and Smartphone Markets in India and China Targeted by Manufacturers/ Domestic Manufacturing and Investment Grow20)Telecom Equipment Makers Face Intense Competition from Manufacturers in China21)Boeing and Airbus Face Waning Orders/Major Aircraft Market in China22)U.S. Auto Manufacturers Ford, Chrysler and GM Compete Head-On with Volkswagen, Toyota and Honda23)India Sees Automobile Export Growth24)Mexico Grows Rapidly as a Major Automotive Maker and Exporter25)Optimum Lean Production Saves Manufacturing Costs26)Designers and Manufacturers Bypass the Middleman with Direct-to-Consumer Online Business Models27)Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning and Machine Learning Advance into Commercial Applications, Including Health Care and RoboticsManufacturing & Robotics Industry StatisticsI.Overview of the Manufacturing Industry1)Manufacturing & Robotics Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview2)Quarterly After-Tax Profits, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 2010-1st Quarter 20173)Sele

PLUNKETT'S CHEMICALS, COATINGS & PLASTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2018Key Findings:•Plunkett Research lists top 400 companies in Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term.Key Features:•Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence•Market forecasts and Industry Statistics•Industry Associations and Professional Societies List•In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies•Industry Glossary•Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online•Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 539Statistical Tables Provided: 20Companies Profiled: 396Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments.•How is the industry evolving?•How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?•How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?•What is the size of the market now and in the future?•What are the financial results of the leading companies?•What are the names and titles of top executives?•What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends in the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry1)Introduction to the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry2)Plastic Processing Technologies Have Evolved According to Specialized Needs3)Global Demand for Plastics Will Soar Over the Long Term4)China's Plastics Market to Grow/China Is a Major Chemicals Import Market5)Petrochemicals Plants in the Middle East Expand but Face Challenges6)India's Plastics and Chemicals Sectors Grow/India Is Home to Massive Petrochemical Plants7)New Display Technologies with PLEDs8)Refineries Along with Chemicals and Plastics Plants Invest Heavily in U.S./Take Advantage of Shale Natural Gas9)Chemical Plants Increase Security Measures10)Environmentalists Campaign for Chemical Industry Reform11)Packaging Technology Improves/Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola Boost Packaging Sustainability12)Bio-plastics Become a Reality/Plastic Packaging Made from Corn and Soy13)Nanotechnology Sees Applications in Fuel Cells and Solar Power/Micro Fuel Cells to Power Mobile Devices14)Nanochemicals Deliver Advanced Coatings and Specialty Chemicals15)Self-Assembly and Fabrication on the Atomic Level Enable Nanomanipulation16)Ethanol Production Soared, But U.S. Federal Subsidy Expires17)Cellulosic Ethanol Makes Slow Commercial Progress18)Manufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty Chemicals19)HPTP Thermoplastics, Thermoset and Engineered Plastics Enable Advanced Products/Nanocomposites Offer the Ultimate in Advanced MaterialsChemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Statistics1)Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview2)U.S. Exports & Imports of Chemicals: 2011-1st Quarter 20173)U.S. Exports & Imports of Organic Chemicals: 2011-1st Quarter 20174)U.S. Exports & Imports of Inorganic Chemicals: 2011-1st Quarter 20175)U.S. Exports & Imports of Plastics & Plastics Products: 2011-1st Quarter 20176)U.S. Exports & Imports of Rubber & Rubber Products: 2011-1st Quarter 20177)U.S. Exports & Imports of Explosives & Pyrotechnic Products: 2011-1st Quarter 20178)U.S. Exports & Imports of Fertilizers: 2011-1st Quarter 20179)U.S. Exports & Imports of Pharmaceutical Products: 2011-1st Quarter 201710)Gross Output in the Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber Products Manufacturing Indu

PLUNKETT'S MANUFACTURING & ROBOTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2017 Key Findings: •Plunkett Research lists top 500 companies in Manufacturing & Robotics and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term. •The worldwide manufacturing sector is estimated by Plunkett Research at $12.5 trillion in 2016. Key Features: •Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence •Market forecasts and Industry Statistics •Industry Associations and Professional Societies List •In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies •Industry Glossary •Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online •Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry Pages: 693 Statistical Tables Provided: 29 Companies Profiled: 503 Geographic Focus: Global A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. •How is the industry evolving? •How is the industry being shaped by new technologies? •How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies? •What is the size of the market now and in the future? •What are the financial results of the leading companies? •What are the names and titles of top executives? •What are the top companies and what are their revenues? Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include: Major Trends Affecting the Manufacturing & Robotics Industry 1)Introduction to the Manufacturing and Robotics Industry 2)Industrial Robots and Factory Automation 3)Service Robots in a Variety of Industries 4)U.S. Automobile Sales Soar 5)Global Growth in Manufacturing and Trade Requires Investment by Emerging Nations 6)Regional Trade Centers Will Evolve to Boost Manufacturing and Logistics 7)Introduction to the Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry 8)Pros and Cons of Outsourcing & Offshoring 9)Nearshoring and Reshoring Keep Operations Closer to Home 10)Upswing in U.S. Apparel and Textile Jobs as Firms Reshore 11)Wages Rise in China and Vietnam/Cambodia and Other Countries Gain Manufacturing Market Share 12)The Vast Majority of Shoes Sold in the U.S. Are Made Elsewhere 13)Flyknit May Revolutionize Manufacture of Shoes 14)Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) Adds Value to Contract Electronics Manufacturing 15)Outsourcing of Automobile Component Manufacturing/Design 16)3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing), Rapid Prototyping and Computer Aided Design 17)3PL Logistics Services and Supply Chain Management Services 18)Manufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty Chemicals 19)Refineries Along with Chemicals and Plastics Plants Invest Heavily in U.S./Take Advantage of Shale Natural Gas 20)Computer and Smartphone Markets in India and China Targeted by Manufacturers/ Domestic Manufacturing and Investment Grow 21)Telecom Equipment Makers Face Intense Competition from Manufacturers in China 22)Boeing and Airbus Face Waning Orders/Major Aircraft Market in China 23)U.S. Auto Manufacturers Ford, Chrysler and GM Compete Head-On with Volkswagen, Toyota and Honda 24)India Sees Automobile Export Growth 25)Mexico Grows Rapidly as a Major Automotive Maker and Exporter 26)Optimum Lean Production Saves Manufacturing Costs 27)Designers and Manufacturers Bypass the Middleman with Direct-to-Consumer Online Business Models 28)Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning and Machine Learning Advance into Commercial Applications, Including Health Care and Robotics Manufacturing & Robotics Industry Statistics<

PLUNKETT'S CHEMICALS, COATINGS & PLASTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2017 Key Findings: •Plunkett Research lists top 400 companies in Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term. Key Features: •Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence •Market forecasts and Industry Statistics •Industry Associations and Professional Societies List •In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies •Industry Glossary •Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online •Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry Pages: 542 Statistical Tables Provided: 20 Companies Profiled: 396 Geographic Focus: Global A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. •How is the industry evolving? •How is the industry being shaped by new technologies? •How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies? •What is the size of the market now and in the future? •What are the financial results of the leading companies? •What are the names and titles of top executives? •What are the top companies and what are their revenues? Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include: Major Trends Affecting the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry 1) Introduction to the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry 2) Plastic Processing Technologies Have Evolved According to Specialized Needs 3) Global Demand for Plastics Will Soar Over the Long Term 4) China's Plastics Market to Grow/China Is a Major Chemicals Import Market 5) Petrochemicals Plants in the Middle East Expand but Face Challenges 6) India's Plastics and Chemicals Sectors Grow/India Is Home to Massive Petrochemical Plants 7) New Display Technologies with PLEDs 8) Refineries Along with Chemicals and Plastics Plants Invest Heavily in U.S./Take Advantage of Shale Natural Gas 9) Chemical Plants Increase Security Measures 10) Environmentalists Campaign for Chemical Industry Reform 11) Packaging Technology Improves/Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola Boost Packaging Sustainability 12) Bio-plastics Become a Reality/Plastic Packaging Made from Corn and Soy 13) Nanotechnology Sees Applications in Fuel Cells and Solar Power/Micro Fuel Cells to Power Mobile Devices 14) Nanochemicals Deliver Advanced Coatings and Specialty Chemicals 15) Self-Assembly and Fabrication on the Atomic Level Enable Nanomanipulation 16) Ethanol Production Soared, But U.S. Federal Subsidy Expires 17) Cellulosic Ethanol Makes Slow Commercial Progress 18) Manufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty Chemicals 19) HPTP Thermoplastics, Thermoset and Engineered Plastics Enable Advanced Products/Nanocomposites Offer the Ultimate in Advanced Materials Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Statistics 1) Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview 2) U.S. Exports & Imports of Chemicals: 2010-1st Quarter 2016 3) U.S. Exports & Imports of Organic Chemicals: 2010-1st Quarter 2016 4) U.S. Exports & Imports of Inorganic Chemicals: 2010-1st Quarter 2016 5) U.S. Exports & Imports of Plastics & Plastics Products: 2010-1st Quarter 2016 6) U.S. Exports & Imports of Rubber & Rubber Products: 2010-1st Quarter 2016 7) U.S. Exports & Imports of Explosives & Pyrotechnic Products: 2010-1st Quarter 2016 8) U.S. Exports & Imports of Fertilizers: 2010-1st Quarter 2016 9) U.S. Exports & Imports of Pharmaceutical P

PLUNKETT'S MANUFACTURING & ROBOTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2016 Key Findings: •Plunkett Research lists top 500 companies in Manufacturing & Robotics and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term. Key Features: •Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence •Market forecasts and Industry Statistics •Industry Associations and Professional Societies List •In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies •Industry Glossary •Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online •Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry Pages: 691 Statistical Tables Provided: 30 Companies Profiled: 502 Geographic Focus: Global A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. •How is the industry evolving? •How is the industry being shaped by new technologies? •How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies? •What is the size of the market now and in the future? •What are the financial results of the leading companies? •What are the names and titles of top executives? •What are the top companies and what are their revenues? Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include: Major Trends Affecting the Manufacturing & Robotics Industry 1)Introduction to the Manufacturing and Robotics Industry 2)Industrial Robots and Factory Automation 3)Service Robots in a Variety of Industries 4)U.S. Automobile Exports Soar 5)Global Growth in Manufacturing and Trade Requires Investment by Emerging Nations 6)Regional Trade Centers Will Evolve to Boost Manufacturing and Logistics 7)Introduction to the Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry 8)Pros and Cons of Outsourcing & Offshoring 9)Nearshoring and Reshoring Keep Operations Closer to Home 10)Wages Rise in China/Vietnam, Cambodia and Other Countries Gain Manufacturing Market Share 11)The Vast Majority of Shoes Sold in the U.S. Are Made Elsewhere 12)Flyknit May Revolutionize Manufacture of Shoes 13)Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) Adds Value to Contract Electronics Manufacturing 14)Outsourcing of Automobile Component Manufacturing/Design 15)3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing), Rapid Prototyping and Computer Aided Design 16)3PL Logistics Services and Supply Chain Management Services 17)Manufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty Chemicals 18)Refineries Along with Chemicals and Plastics Plants Invest Heavily in U.S./Take Advantage of Shale Natural Gas 19)Computer and Smartphone Markets in India and China Targeted by Manufacturers 20)Telecom Equipment Makers Face Intense Competition from Manufacturers in China 21)Boeing and Airbus Enjoy Boom in Orders/Major Aircraft Market in China 22)U.S. Auto Manufacturers Ford, Chrysler and GM Compete Head-On with Volkswagen, Toyota and Honda 23)Mexico Grows Rapidly as a Major Automotive Maker and Exporter 24)Optimum Lean Production Saves Manufacturing Costs 25)Designers and Manufacturers Bypass the Middleman with Direct-to-Consumer Online Business Models Manufacturing & Robotics Industry Statistics I. Overview of the Manufacturing Industry 1) Manufacturing & Robotics Overview 2) Quarterly After-Tax Profits, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 2010-1st Quarter 2015 3) Selected Financial Data, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 1st Quarter 2014-1st Quarter 2015 4) Sales & Net Income After-Tax, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 2004-1st Quarter 2015 5) Sales & Operating P

PLUNKETT'S CHEMICALS, COATINGS & PLASTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2016 Key Findings: •Plunkett Research lists top 400 companies in Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term. Key Features: •Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence •Market forecasts and Industry Statistics •Industry Associations and Professional Societies List •In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies •Industry Glossary •Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online •Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry Pages: 551 Statistical Tables Provided: 20 Companies Profiled: 402 Geographic Focus: Global A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. •How is the industry evolving? •How is the industry being shaped by new technologies? •How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies? •What is the size of the market now and in the future? •What are the financial results of the leading companies? •What are the names and titles of top executives? •What are the top companies and what are their revenues? Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include: Major Trends Affecting the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry 1)Introduction to the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry 2)Plastic Processing Technologies Have Evolved According to Specialized Needs 3)Global Demand for Plastics Will Soar Over the Long Term 4)China's Plastics Market to Grow/China Is a Major Chemicals Import Market 5)Petrochemicals Plants in the Middle East Expand but Face Challenges 6)India's Plastics and Chemicals Sectors Grow/India Is Home to Massive Petrochemicals Plants 7)New Display Technologies with PLEDs 8)Refineries Along with Chemicals and Plastics Plants Invest Heavily in U.S./Take Advantage of Shale Natural Gas 9)Chemical Plants Increase Security Measures 10)Environmentalists Campaign for Chemical Industry Reform 11)Packaging Technology Improves/Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola Boost Packaging Sustainability 12)Bio-plastics Become a Reality/Plastic Packaging Made from Corn and Soy 13)Nanotechnology Sees Applications in Fuel Cells and Solar Power/Micro Fuel Cells to Power Mobile Devices 14)Nanochemicals Deliver Advanced Coatings and Specialty Chemicals 15)Self-Assembly and Fabrication on the Atomic Level Enable Nanomanipulation 16)Ethanol Production Soared, But a U.S. Federal Subsidy Expires 17)Cellulosic Ethanol Makes Slow Commercial Progress 18)Manufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty Chemicals 19)HPTP Thermoplastics, Thermoset and Engineered Plastics Enable Advanced Products/Nanocomposites Offer the Ultimate in Advanced Materials Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Statistics 1)Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Overview 2)U.S. Exports & Imports of Chemicals: 2009-1st Quarter 2015 3)U.S. Exports & Imports of Organic Chemicals: 2009-1st Quarter 2015 4)U.S. Exports & Imports of Inorganic Chemicals: 2009-1st Quarter 2015 5)U.S. Exports & Imports of Plastics & Plastics Products: 2009-1st Quarter 2015 6)U.S. Exports & Imports of Rubber & Rubber Products: 2009-1st Quarter 2015 7)U.S. Exports & Imports of Explosives & Pyrotechnic Products: 2009-1st Quarter 2015 8)U.S. Exports & Imports of Fertilizers: 2009-1st Quarter 2015 9)U.S. Exports & Imports of Pharmaceutical Products: 2009-1st Quarter 2015 10)Gross Output in the Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber Products Ma

PLUNKETT'S CHEMICALS, COATINGS & PLASTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2015Key Findings: •Plunkett Research lists top 400 companies in Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term. Key Features:•Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence•Market forecasts and Industry Statistics•Industry Associations and Professional Societies List•In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies•Industry Glossary•Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online•Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry Pages: 567Statistical Tables Provided: 13Companies Profiled: 421Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. •How is the industry evolving? •How is the industry being shaped by new technologies? •How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?•What is the size of the market now and in the future?•What are the financial results of the leading companies?•What are the names and titles of top executives?•What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry1)Introduction to the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry2)Plastic Processing Technologies Have Evolved According to Specialized Needs3)Global Demand for Plastics Will Soar Over the Long Term4)China's Plastics Market to Grow/China Is a Major Chemicals Import Market 5)Petrochemicals Plants in the Middle East Expand but Face Challenges 6)India's Plastics and Chemicals Sectors Grow/India Is Home to Massive Petrochemicals Plants 7)New Display Technologies with PLEDs 8)Refineries Along with Chemicals and Plastics Plants Invest Heavily in U.S./Take Advantage of Shale Natural Gas 9)Chemical Plants Increase Security Measures 10)Environmentalists Campaign for Chemical Industry Reform 11)Bio-plastics Become a Reality/Plastic Packaging Made from Corn and Soy 12)Nanotechnology Sees Applications in Fuel Cells and Solar Power/Micro Fuel Cells to Power Mobile Devices 13)Nanochemicals Deliver Advanced Coatings and Specialty Chemicals 14)Self-Assembly and Fabrication on the Atomic Level Enable Nanomanipulation 15)Ethanol Production Soared, But a U.S. Federal Subsidy Expires 16)Packaging Technology Improves/Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola Boost Packaging Sustainability 17)Manufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty Chemicals Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Statistics1)Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Overview 2)U.S. Exports & Imports of Chemicals: 2008-1st Quarter 2014 3)U.S. Exports & Imports of Organic Chemicals: 2008-1st Quarter 2014 4)U.S. Exports & Imports of Inorganic Chemicals: 2008-1st Quarter 2014 5)U.S. Exports & Imports of Plastics & Plastics Products: 2008-1st Quarter 2014 6)U.S. Exports & Imports of Rubber & Rubber Products: 2008-1st Quarter 2014 7)U.S. Exports & Imports of Explosives & Pyrotechnic Products: 2008-1st Quarter 20148)U.S. Exports & Imports of Fertilizers: 2008-1st Quarter 2014 9)U.S. Exports & Imports of Pharmaceutical Products: 2008-1st Quarter 2014 10)Gross Output in the Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber Products Manufacturing Industries, U.S.: Selected Years, 2000-2012 11)Value of Manufacturers'Shipments for Chemical Products Manufacturing Industries, U.S.: Monthly, January 1992-May 2014 12)Monthly Value of Manufacturer

PLUNKETT'S MANUFACTURING & ROBOTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2015 Key Findings: •Plunkett Research lists top 500 companies in Manufacturing & Robotics and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term. Key Features: •Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence •Market forecasts and Industry Statistics •Industry Associations and Professional Societies List •In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies •Industry Glossary •Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online •Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry Pages: 696 Statistical Tables Provided: 31 Companies Profiled: 509 Geographic Focus: Global A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. •How is the industry evolving? •How is the industry being shaped by new technologies? •How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies? •What is the size of the market now and in the future? •What are the financial results of the leading companies? •What are the names and titles of top executives? •What are the top companies and what are their revenues? Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include: Major Trends Affecting the Manufacturing & Robotics Industry 1)Introduction to the Manufacturing and Robotics Industry 2)Industrial Robots and Factory Automation 3)Service Robots in a Variety of Industries 4)U.S. Automobile Exports Soar 5)Global Growth in Manufacturing and Trade Requires Investment by Emerging Nations 6)Regional Trade Centers Will Evolve to Boost Manufacturing and Logistics 7)Introduction to the Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry 8)Pros and Cons of Outsourcing & Offshoring 9)Nearshoring and Reshoring Keep Operations Closer to Home 10)Wages Rise in China/Vietnam, Cambodia and Other Countries Gain Manufacturing Market Share 11)The Vast Majority of Shoes Sold in the U.S. Are Made Elsewhere 12)Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) and Contract Electronics Manufacturing Continue to Grow 13)Outsourcing of Automobile Component Manufacturing/Design 14)3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing), Rapid Prototyping and Computer Aided Design 15)3PL Supply Chain Management Evolves to Serve the Global Market 16)Manufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty Chemicals 17)Refineries Along with Chemicals and Plastics Plants Invest Heavily in U.S./Take Advantage of Shale Natural Gas 18)Computer and Smartphone Markets in India and China Targeted by Manufacturers 19)Telecom Equipment Makers Face Intense Competition from Manufacturers in China 20)Boeing and Airbus Enjoy Boom in Orders/Major Aircraft Market in China 21)Big Three U.S. Automobile Manufacturers Rebound Manufacturing & Robotics Industry Statistics I. Overview of the Manufacturing Industry 1)Manufacturing & Robotics Overview 2)Quarterly After-Tax Profits, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 2010-1st Quarter 2014 3)Selected Financial Data, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 1st Quarter 2013-1st Quarter 2014 4)Sales & Net Income After-Tax, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 2003-1st Quarter 2014 5)Sales & Operating Profits, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations, by Industry: 1st Quarter 2013-1st Quarter 2014II. Output & Employment 6)Value Added to U.S. Economy by Manufacturing Sector, as a Percentage of GDP: 1948-2013 7)All Manufacturing Employees, U.S.: Monthly, January 1939-July 2014 8)Employment

PLUNKETT'S CHEMICALS, COATINGS & PLASTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2014Key Features:•Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence•Market forecasts and Industry Statistics•Industry Associations and Professional Societies List•In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies•Industry Glossary•Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online•Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry Pages: 568Statistical Tables Provided: 13Companies Profiled: 421Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. •How is the industry evolving? •How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?•How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?•What is the size of the market now and in the future?•What are the financial results of the leading companies?•What are the names and titles of top executives?•What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry1)Introduction to the Chemicals, Coatings and Plastics Industry 2)Plastic Processing Technologies Have Evolved According to Specialized Needs 3)Global Demand for Plastics Will Soar Over the Long Term 4)China's Plastics Market to Grow/China is a Major Chemicals Import Market 5)Petrochemicals Plant Construction in the Middle East Slows6)India's Plastics and Chemicals Sectors Grow/India is Home to Massive Petrochemical Plants 7)New Display Technologies with PLEDs 8)New Refineries and Petrochemicals Plants Add to Capacity/Take Advantage of Cheap Natural Gas on the Gulf Coast 9)Chemical Plants Increase Security Measures 10)Environmentalists Campaign for Chemical Industry Reform11)Bio-plastics Become a Reality/Plastic Packaging Made from Corn and Soy12)Nanotechnology Sees Applications in Fuel Cells and Solar Power/Micro Fuel Cells to Power Mobile Devices 13)Nanochemicals Hold Promise for Advanced Coatings and Specialty Chemicals 14)Self-Assembly and Fabrication on the Atomic Level Enable Nanomanipulation 15)Ethanol Production Soared, But U.S. Federal Subsidy Expires 16)Packaging and Consumer Products Forge Ahead for Sustainability/Wal-Mart and Coca-Cola Improve Packaging Sustainability 17)Manufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty ChemicalsChemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Statistics 1)Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Overview 2)U.S. Exports & Imports of Chemicals: 2007-1st Quarter 2013 3)U.S. Exports & Imports of Organic Chemicals: 2007-1st Quarter 20134)U.S. Exports & Imports of Inorganic Chemicals: 2007-1st Quarter 2013 5)U.S. Exports & Imports of Plastics & Plastics Products: 2007-1st Quarter 20136)U.S. Exports & Imports of Rubber & Rubber Products: 2007-1st Quarter 2013 7)U.S. Exports & Imports of Explosives & Pyrotechnic Products: 2007-1st Quarter 20138)U.S. Exports & Imports of Fertilizers: 2007-1st Quarter 20139)U.S. Exports & Imports of Pharmaceutical Products: 2007-1st Quarter 2013 10)Gross Output in the Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber Products Manufacturing Industries, U.S.: Selected Years, 2000-2011 11)Shipments in the Chemicals, Plastics & Rubber Products Manufacturing Industries, U.S.: Selected Years, 2000-2011 12)Chemicals & Plastics Industry Employment, U.S.: 2006-201213)Employment & Wages in Chemicals Industry Occupations, U.S.: May 2012

PLUNKETT'S MANUFACTURING & ROBOTICS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2014Key Features:•Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence•Market forecasts and Industry Statistics•Industry Associations and Professional Societies List•In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies•Industry Glossary•Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online•Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 698Statistical Tables Provided: 38Companies Profiled: 500Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments.•How is the industry evolving?•How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?•How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?•What is the size of the market now and in the future?•What are the financial results of the leading companies?•What are the names and titles of top executives?•What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Manufacturing & Robotics Industry 1)Introduction to the Manufacturing and Robotics Industry 2)Industrial Robots and Factory Automation 3)Service Robots in Industry, Health Care, Defense and Logistics 4)U.S. Automobile Exports Soar 5)Global Growth in Manufacturing and Trade Requires Investment by Emerging Nations 6)Regional Trade Centers Will Evolve to Boost Manufacturing and Logistics 7)Introduction to the Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry 8)Pros and Cons of Outsourcing & Offshoring 9)Nearshoring and Reshoring Keep Operations Closer to Home 10)Globalization Impacts Apparel: Wages Rise in China/Vietnam, Cambodia and Other Countries Gain Market Share 11)The Vast Majority of Shoes Sold in the U.S. Are Made Elsewhere 12)Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) and Contract Electronics Manufacturing Expected to Improve in 2013 13)Outsourcing of Automobile Component Manufacturing/Design 14)3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing), Rapid Prototyping and Computer Aided Design 15)3PL Supply Chain Management Evolves to Serve the Global Market 16)Manufacturers Focus on High Performance Plastics and Specialty Chemicals 17)New Refineries and Petrochemicals Plants Add to Capacity/Take Advantage of Cheap Natural Gas on the Gulf Coast 18)India and China Computer Markets Targeted by Manufacturers 19)Telecom Equipment Makers Face Intense Competition from Manufacturers in China 20)Boeing and Airbus Enjoy Boom in Orders/Major Aircraft Market in China 21)Big Three U.S. Automobile Manufacturers ReboundManufacturing & Robotics Industry Statistics 1)Manufacturing & Robotics Overview 2)Quarterly After-Tax Profits, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 2009-1st Quarter 2013 3)Selected Financial Data, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 1st Quarter 2012-1st Quarter 2013 4)Sales & Net Income After-Tax, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations: 2002-1st Quarter 2013 5)Sales & Operating Profits, U.S. Manufacturing Corporations, by Industry: 1st Quarter 2012-1st Quarter 20136)Value Added to U.S. Economy by Manufacturing Sector, as a Percentage of GDP: 1947-2012 7)All Manufacturing Employees, U.S.: Monthly, January 1939-June 2013 8)Employment in the U.S. Manufacturing Sector, as a Percentage of all Private Industry Employment: 1947-2013 9)Employment in the U.S. Manufacturing Sector, by Industry: 2006-2012 10)Manufacturing Output vs. Employment, U.S.: 1980-201311)Employment & Productivity in the Manufacturing Sector, U.S.: 1950