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Product Innovation and Customization Driving the Mature Western European Above-the-neck PPE Market, 2020–2024 Updated Research Available
Multi-functional Products, Especially those Catering to the Manufacturing and Construction End-user Verticals, will Drive Growth Opportunities
Product innovation, customization and adoption of multi-functional products are driving the mature Western European above-the-neck. With nearly 95% of PPEs being sold through distributors, customer service is a key contributor to the growth of the above-the-neck PPE market in the region.
• Amongst countries, Germany, the United Kingdom & Ireland, and France account for nearly a 56.5% share of the total market, with revenue
contributions of €141.8 million, €124.3 million, and €106.5% million, respectively, in 2019.
• The top 3 manufacturers hold a 48.5% market share by revenue. 3M leads the market with a share of 21-23%, followed by Honeywell with a
14-17% share and Uvex with and 9-11% revenue share. Investments into R&D to develop innovative products, coupled with strategic
acquisitions, remain a key driver for market growth in the forecast period.
• Partnerships are the way forward in the competitive market. For example, Schuberth entered into a partnership with 3M in 2016 to develop
head protection PPE. Similarly, Hex Armour entered into partnership with Uvex in 2017.
• Few notable M&As include 3M’s acquisition of Scott Safety in 2017, and Globus Group’s acquisition of ENHA Gmbh in 2017 and Alpha
Solway in 2015. Similarly, with the aim to focus on its core businesses Kimberly Clark sold its welding PPE business to Surewerk in 2017
while 3M sold off its prescription eyewear business to Hoya Vision Care in 2017.
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Executive Summary—CEO’s Perspective
Market Overview—Definitions
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Market Overview—Market Trends
Market Overview—Material and Other Trends
Market Overview—Key Questions This Study Will Answer
Market Segmentation
Market Distribution Channels
Market Drivers
Drivers Explained
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Market Restraints
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Market Engineering Measurements
Forecast Assumptions
Revenue Forecast
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Country/Region
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Segment
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Market Share
Market Share Analysis
Competitive Environment
Top Competitors
Competitive Factors and Assessment
Growth Opportunity 1—Regulatory Changes will Offer Stable Growth in the Hearing Protection PPE Market
Growth Opportunity 2—Market Penetration through Organic Growth
Growth Opportunity 3—IoT and Connected PPE on the Rise
Strategic Imperatives for Success and Growth
Key Findings
Market Engineering Measurements
Head Protection Segment—Overview
Head Protection Segment—Overview (Continued)
Head Protection Segment—Product and Technology Trends
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Head Protection Segment—Regulatory Trends
Revenue Forecast
Percent Revenue Forecast by Product Type
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Revenue Forecast Discussion
Unit Shipment Forecast
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Pricing Forecast
Unit Shipment Forecast and Pricing Forecast Discussion
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Country/Region
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Vertical Market
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Market Share
Market Share Analysis
Competitive Environment
Key Findings
Market Engineering Measurements
Eye Protection Segment—Overview
Eye Protection Segment—Product and Technology Trends
Eye Protection Segment—Product and Technology Trends (continued)
Eye Protection Segment—Non-Prescription Safety Eyewear Product and Technology Trends
Eye Protection Segment—Prescription Safety Eyewear Overview
Eye Protection Segment—Prescription Eyewear Product and Technology Trends
Eye Protection Segment—Laser Safety Eyewear Description
Eye Protection Segment—Regulatory Trends
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Product Type
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Country/Region
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Market Share
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Competitive Environment
Key Findings
Market Engineering Measurements
Face Protection Segment—Overview
Face Protection Segment—Regulatory Trends
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Product Type
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Revenue Forecast Discussion
Welding Helmets Sub-segment—Product Overview
Welding Helmets Sub-segment—Product and Technology Trends
Revenue Forecast
Percent Revenue Forecast by Product Type
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Unit Shipment Forecast
Percent Unit Shipment Forecast by Product Type
Pricing Forecast
Revenue Forecast, Unit Shipment Forecast, and Pricing Forecast Discussion
Percent Revenue Forecast by Country/Region
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Competitive Environment
Face Shields Sub-segment—Product Overview
Face Shields Sub-segment—Product Overview (continued)
Face Shields Sub-segment—Product Overview (continued)
Face Shields Sub-segment—Product and Technology Trends
Revenue Forecast
Percent Revenue Forecast by Product Type
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Unit Shipment Forecast
Percent Unit Shipment Forecast by Product Type
Pricing Forecast
Unit Shipment Forecast and Pricing Forecast Discussion
Percent Revenue Forecast by Country/Region
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Revenue Forecast Discussion by Region and Vertical Market
Market Share
Market Share Analysis
Competitive Environment
Key Findings
Market Engineering Measurements
Hearing Protection Segment—Overview
Ear Plugs and Bands Sub-segment—Product Overview
Ear Plugs and Bands Sub-segment—Product Overview (continued)
Ear Plugs and Bands Sub-segment—Product Overview (continued)
Ear Plugs and Bands—Technology Overview
Ear Muffs Sub-segment—Product Overview
Ear Muffs Sub-segment—Product Overview (continued)
Ear Muffs Sub-segment—Product and Technology Trends
Ear Muffs Sub-segment—Product and Technology Trends (continued)
Hearing Protection Segment—New Product Launches
Hearing Protection Segment—Regulatory Trends
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Product Type
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Revenue Forecast Discussion
Market Share
Market Share Analysis
Competitive Environment
Revenue Forecast
Unit Shipment Forecast
Pricing Forecast
Revenue Forecast, Unit Shipment Forecast, and Pricing Forecast Discussion
Percent Revenue Forecast by Country/Region
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Vertical Market
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Revenue Forecast Discussion by Region and Vertical Market
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Product Type
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Pricing Forecast
Revenue Forecast, Unit Shipment Forecast, and Pricing Forecast Discussion
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Country/Region
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Vertical Market
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Revenue Forecast Discussion by Region and Vertical Market
The Last Word—3 Big Predictions
Legal Disclaimer
Market Engineering Methodology
Database of Key Industry Participants
Database of Key Industry Participants (continued)
Database of Key Industry Participants (continued)
List of Companies in “Others”—Total Above-the-Neck PPE Market
Partial List of Companies in “Others”—Head Protection Segment
Partial List of Companies in “Others”—Eye Protection Segment
Partial List of Companies in “Others”—Face Protection Segment including Face Shields and Welding Helmets
Partial List of Companies in “Others”—Hearing Protection Segment
List of Exhibits
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