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The North American roof coating industry is vast with 45 companies actively participating in the market. The industry witnessed a decline due to economic slowdown in 2008-2009, but post 2010 the industry is gradually increasing. Roof coatings applications depend on roof substrate and various types of roof coatings available in the market such as thermal polyolefin (TPO), ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM), modified bitumen, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and many more. The North American roof coating industry can be segmented into polymer, bituminous, reflective, and polymer modified.

Methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK) is a colorless organic compound naturally occurring in grapes, orange, and vinegar. MIBK can dissolve in water, alcohol, ether and benzene. There are two main methods of producing MIBK. One is through acetone condensation, which gives diacetone alcohol that dehydrates to give mesityl oxide, which is then hydrogenated to MIBK. MIBK is also produced from isopropanol, with diisobutyl ketone (DIBK) and acetone as co-products. The major application of this ketone is in the manufacture of lube oil additives, followed by its use in the extraction process of copper and other ores.

Nanobiotechnology is an emerging field in healthcare which encompasses the applications of two fields - nanotechnology and biotechnology - in the field of healthcare and medicine. Nanotechnology is poised to become the largest competitive space in the industry with applications in several areas within the industry. Nanobiotechnology is the key to develop tools to analyze the smallest biological sample possible, which is a single molecule. This is expected to present many opportunities and expand capabilities in areas such as forensic diagnostics and forensic science. In the recent years nanotechnology has definitely moved from the drawing board and into the field with many applications in pharmaceuticals (such as drug delivery and drug discovery), agriculture, diagnostics, therapeutics, in various devices, and in robotics.

Nano-fiber cell scaffolds are artificial structures used in tissue engineering which provides mechanical, chemical and biological support in tissue formation. Tissue engineering involves the process of growing organs by implantation of engineered tissue from the recipient and thereby preventing immunological rejection which usually occurs in case of organ transplantation. Myocardial tissue engineering (myocardial infarction, ventricular remodeling and heart failure), cartilage repair, bone repair, dermal wound healing and toxicology testing are the application areas where nano-fiber cell scaffolds are utilized. The materials used in nano-fiber cell scaffold are segmented as natural biomaterials, synthetic biomaterials and elastomeric composites.

Global Smart Housing Equipment market to grow at a CAGR of 10.03 percent over the period 2012-2016. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increased adoption of smart grid. The Global Smart Housing Equipment market has also been witnessing the increased availability of self-help smart home applications. However, the high cost of smart housing equipment, when compared with conventional housing equipment, could pose a challenge to the growth of this market.

Global Surfactants market to grow at a CAGR of 6.11 percent over the period 2012-2016. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing consumption in the Consumer Products segment. The Global Surfactants market has also been witnessing an increasing awareness of bio-based products among consumers. However, environmental regulations and laws could pose a challenge to the growth of this market.

Global Automotive Heat Exchanger Market 2012-2016, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the market in the Americas, and the EMEA and APAC regions; it also covers the Global Automotive Heat Exchanger market landscape and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.

TechNavio's analysts forecast the Global Genetic Testing market to grow at a CAGR of 9.45 percent over the period 2012-2016. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing global aging population. The Global Genetic Testing market has also been witnessing the increasing availability of Direct to Consumer (DTC) tests. However, the absence of credible standard procedures could pose a challenge to the growth of this market.

TechNavio's analysts forecast the Global Gastrointestinal (GI) Devices market to grow at a CAGR of 4.76 percent over the period 2012- 2016. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing prevalence of GI disorders The Global GI Devices market has also been witnessing an increasing demand for minimally invasive procedures. However, the presence of alternative procedures could pose a challenge to the growth of this market.

Global Orthopedic Contract Manufacturing market to grow at a CAGR of 11.05 percent over the period 2012-2016. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the need to optimize resources. The Global Orthopedic Contract Manufacturing market has also been witnessing an increasing number of mergers and acquisitions. However, increasing threat of in-house manufacturing could pose a challenge to the growth of this market.