Test and measurement equipment refers to various tools used to measure, analyze, display, test and record electrical data. These tools generate electrical signals and capture the responses from multiple devices in the testing phase to identify faults and ensure the proper functioning of the equipment. Some of the commonly used test and measurement equipment include oscilloscopes, ammeter, voltmeter, wattmeter, digital multimeters and spectrum analyzers. They are designed to indicate a specific parameter, such as length, weight, current, voltage and temperature and indicate the presence or absence of specific physical characteristics.
Rapid industrialization, along with significant growth in the electronics industry, represents one of the key factors creating a positive impact on the industry growth. Test and measurement equipment are used for checking defects in high-performance and power-efficient consumer electronics and semiconductors during manufacturing. Consequently, increasing utilization of test and measurement equipment for regular testing and diagnosing any faults in aircraft, helicopters and other machines is also driving the market growth. They are also used for machine control, factory automation and establishing remote sensor connections in the automotive and transportation sectors. Various technological advancements, such as the integration of connected devices with the Internet of Things (IoT) and the development of machine-to-machine (M2M) interaction systems, are acting as other growth-inducing factors. These systems offer portable and embedded testing and measurement solutions with remote troubleshooting capabilities and interactive interfaces. Other factors, including improvements in the networking and communications infrastructure, along with the increasing automation of laboratory instruments, are expected to drive the market further.
Growing Demand for Wireless Solutions
Another trend that is continuing to gain momentum is the growing need for wireless measurement solutions. Wireless systems are helping manufacturers simplify the integration process and create a cleaner safer test environment with far less wiring. Wireless communication is also playing a major role in advanced manufacturing and smart products. By connecting systems wirelessly, users can monitor testing and in OEM applications, review the health of a system, from a central point. This includes for components used in the field, underwater or via remote locations for assembly and test.
These wireless systems also help improve accuracy significantly. Wireless technology has gotten to the point where we can receive more accurate readings when converting from an analog to a digital signal. This is especially important in highly complex and regulated industries like aerospace, energy, or medical. Wireless solutions will continue to grow, and Interface continues to develop new wireless total system solutions for our various product lines.
Faster, More Efficient Calibration Services
One of the most critical facets of working in manufacturing and technology is meeting the demands of our clients in an extremely timely manner. Innovation, advancements and testing demands slows down for no one, and our customers are no exception. This also requires regular maintenance and servicing of our devices. Interface recommends annual calibration services to ensure your force and torque measurement products are performing as designed. We understand they need our products and services fast. As part of our commitment to customers, Interface provides high quality calibration services that are key to long lasting and accurate force sensors. This service has grown rapidly alongside the force measurement industry and we’re receiving more re-calibration orders than ever before. To meet this demand, Interface is investing heavily in both people and technology to further expedite this process and meet our promise of expeditious turnaround times for calibration services.
5G will be game changer in telecom industry and customers have a new level experience with 5G network. Many use cases have been shown by Mobile Service Providers -MSP; such as Smart Agriculture, Smart Ambulance, Tele health, Smart Manufacturing, Industry 4.0 etc. during IMC 22. According to Ericsson Mobility Report 2021, 5G is projected to account for nearly 40 percent of mobile subscriptions in India – 500 million. We hope 5G will open new doors of opportunities and will contribute growth of economy.
Interface continues to experience significant growth in demand and fulfillment of our precision measurement products and services. Despite the ongoing challenges in supply and overall health and economic concerns, our focus has remained steadfast to serve customers with innovative solutions, facilitated requests for specialized engineering and production requests and expeditiously working to meAs the overall T&M industry grew, so did the demand for engineers and manufacturers across all industries to have proven solutions from their test and measurement equipment, expanded capabilities from sensor technologies, as well as explore new ways of optimizing products with real-time, accurate measurement.
As we look ahead to 2022, we are also investing in new and existing trends and exploring how they will shape the overall market next year and beyond. To help prepare our customers, here are our predictions for the new year, along with what is hot and trending in force measurement. The following provides some insights from our experts on how Interface is prepared to address these trends, while continuing to serve our customers at the highest level of satisfaction. Here is Interface’s viewpoint on market trends and predictions for 2022 and beyond.
