Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
The Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry is on a downward slide as cost pressures force many manufacturing operations offshore. A fast rate of technological advance and the convergence of internet and communications industries are driving investment in communications infrastructure and equipment, but this has had limited benefits for domestic manufacturers. A large number of small- to mid-size companies characterise the industry. These firms tend to specialise in a particular technology and design, and manufacture products to cater to niche markets. Concentration is relatively low with just two major players. Markets for the industry include telecommunications carriers, TV and radio broadcasters, and communication equipment wholesalers... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Products Chapter
The industry manufactures a wide range of communication equipment and apparatus. The largest product group is TV and radio broadcasting equipment, which accounts for about 32.6% of industry sales. This segment covers TVs, cameras and parts, and radio broadcasting and TV transmission equipment.
Data reception and transmission equipment accounts for the next greatest share, at about 21.7% of industry revenue. This segment includes machines for the reception, conversion and transmission of voice and image data, such as switching and routing apparatus.
Burglar and fire alarms cover electrical alarm devices that are used in buildings. This segment accounts for a significant 18.4% of revenue... purchase to read more