Report Overview

Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market - Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2027

The global automated optical inspection (AOI) system market was worth USD 750.3 million in 2020 and is further projected to reach USD 1705.9 million by the year 2027, growing at the CAGR of 10.91% in the forecast period (2021-2027). The increasing demand for consumer electronics, a growing need for high-quality electronic components, and rising demand for higher productivity by electronics manufacturing services (EMS) companies are contributing to the growth of the AOI system market. The rising demand for advanced Printed Circuits Boards (PCB) and surface-mounted technology wants in numerous machines & devices is estimated to drive the growth of the global automated optical inspection (AOI) system market forecast period.

Source: BlueWeave Consulting

Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market- Overview

Automated optical inspection systems are used for visual examination through a printed circuit board that scans a device with the help of an autonomous camera and tests for both quality defects and catastrophic failure. AOI can capture millions of points on the surface and these points are used to analyze the defects in the product. It is also used to detect a variety of surface feature flaws like incorrect components, open circuits, short circuits, scratches and stains, incorrectly placed components and thinning of the solder, as well as missing components. 

Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Forecast and Trends

Growth Drivers

Automation in Manufacturing Industry

Automation in the manufacturing industry is the primary factor contributing to the growth of the automated optical inspection system market. The application of advanced technologies like voice assistance, Bluetooth, touch screens, Wi-Fi, etc., in electronic devices requires accurate and highly efficient circuit boards for proper functioning, which can be ensured through the use of AOI systems. Furthermore, the demand for the AOI systems is flourishing for ensuring consumer safety. For instance, when the batteries of Samsung mobile phones were exploding, it was found out that it was due to the tiny crack in the batteries, which was invisible to the naked eye. To ensure these kinds of incidents do not repeat themselves, the manufacturers of electronic products are increasingly adopting the AOI systems.

Regulations Laid out by Designated Institutions

The Institute of Printed Circuits (IPC) has laid out certain rules and regulations to be followed by all the automated optical inspection system manufacturers to maintain the dimensional accuracy and the quality of the components. For instance, IPC-FC-234 states clear guidelines for the pressure-sensitive adhesive assembly for single and double-sided circuit boards. To comply with these rules, electronic device manufacturers are increasingly using automated optical inspection (AOI) systems to ensure that their products pass quality checks, which is driving the global automated optical inspection (AOI) system market.

Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Restraints

Increasing Complexity in the Components

In terms of programming and operation, automated optical inspection (AOI) systems are extremely sophisticated. If the manufacturing companies do not pay proper attention to its high efficiency, it may lead to high chances of false detection or no detection of issues in cases of the presence of faults. This could cause even more problems in the end-use items and jeopardize their quality. This factor is projected to be a significant impediment to the growth of the global automated optical inspection (AOI) inspection market.

Impact of COVID-19 on Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market

The COVID-19-induced pandemic has disrupted the overall global automated optical inspection (AOI) system market. The major consumers for AOI systems are electronic and automobile manufacturers. However, soon after the COVID-19 outbreak, the governments of different countries were compelled to impose nationwide lockdown. Consequently, all the manufacturing and production operations of all non-essential goods like circuit boards, mobile phones, automobile parts, etc., were temporarily barred. This resulted in a subsequent decline in the use and demand for the AOI systems. The market was also badly affected because the virus essentially affected two of the major production countries, i.e. China and India. However, the market is expected to resume soon in the post-COVID-19 period.

Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market - By Type

Based on types, the global automated optical inspection (AOI) system market is segmented into 2D AOI Systems, and 3D AOI Systems. Due to its low price and affordability, primarily for electronic manufacturers, the 2D AOI system category held the greatest market share in 2020. However, 3D AOI systems are gaining significant traction and are estimated to witness a high CAGR during the forecast period. This is because the manufacturers of AOI systems are consistently working on technological advancements and promoting the use of 3D AOI systems. Moreover, 3D AOI systems prove to be more effective in detecting defects, due to which its market demand is surging.

Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market - By Technology

Based on technology, the global automated optical inspection (AOI) system market is categorized into Inline AOI and Offline AOI. Inline AOI is projected to grow at the highest rate during the projected period. This is because this technology allows for a faster rate of Printed Circuit Board (PCB) review, which is ideal for high-volume electronics manufacturing enterprises. Furthermore, in an inline AOI system, faults can be detected promptly, and AOI operators can stop the manufacture of erroneous boards right away, preventing mass manufacturing of erroneous boards.

Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market - By Application

Based on application, the global automated optical inspection (AOI) system market is bifurcated into printing, selective soldering, reflow soldering, wave soldering, and automation. The wave soldering segment dominates the application segment due to its widespread use in large production volumes, allowing for the manufacturing of numerous circuit boards in a short period of time. Wave soldering is a large-scale soldering procedure by which electronic components are soldered to a PCB to create an electronic assembly. The AOI systems detect the presence of any contamination or debris, plugged or missing holes inside the circuit boards, which will help preventing any future complications with the electronic products.

Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market - By End-User

Based on end-user, the global automated optical inspection (AOI) system market is divided into aerospace & defense, automotive, consumer electronics, industrial electronics, telecommunication, energy & power. Among these, the automotive industry accounted for the largest market share during the base year in the automated optical inspection (AOI) system market. The segment is progressing owing to factors such as rising demand for PCB in automobile systems such as lighting, driving assistance, and infotainment. Also, the necessity for high-quality electronic components has made the AOI systems an integral part of automobile manufacturing.

Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Competitive Landscape

The leading market players in the global automated optical inspection (AOI) system market are KOH Young, Mirtec, Omron, Test Research, Inc. (TRI), Viscom, Camtek, Cyberoptics, Daiichin Jitsugyo (DJK), Nordson, Orbotech, Goepel Electronic, Marantz Electronics, Machine Vision Products, Saki, VI Technology, AOI Systems Ltd., Chroma Ate Inc., Pemtron, and other prominent players.

The companies invest significant capital towards R&D for advancing their technology and improving their products to stay ahead in the technical competition. Furthermore, the adoption of competitive strategies like partnerships, acquisitions, mergers, product launches, and expansion is also very prominent in this market.

Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market - Regional Insights

Geographically, the global automated optical inspection (AOI) system market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle-East & Africa. Among these regions, the Asia-Pacific is leading the market with the highest production and demand for the AOI systems. The dominance of the region can be attributed to factors such as the saturation of several electronic component and device-making companies in China, South Korea, and Japan. Additionally, the presence of a large number of automobile and other electronic product manufacturers in China is significantly fueling the market growth of the global automated optical inspection (AOI) system market.

Recent Developments:

• In April 2021, Aurora Circuits, a US-based printed circuit board manufacturer, acquired and installed a new CIM Galaxy VIA AOI 30 um AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) machine. The Aurora's facilities will be upgraded with the installation of this new technology. The Galaxy VIA AOI machine is capable of detecting defects through laser drills.

• In April 2021, Saki Corporation, a Japanese AOI manufacturer, announced that their latest 3D Automatic Optical Inspection (AOI) systems and 3D Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) systems would be on display at NEPCON China 2021.  

• In March 2021, Mek (Marantz Electronics), a leading provider of 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) technologies, announced the launch of MekCare, a set of configurable service options designed to address a variety of support needs at a pre-determined price.

Scope of the Report

By Type

• 2D AOI Systems

• 3D AOI Systems

By Technology

• Inline AOI

• Offline AOI

By Application

• Printing

• Selective Soldering

• Reflow Soldering

• Wave Soldering

• Automation

By End Use

• Aerospace & Defense

• Automotive

• Consumer Electronics

• Industrial Electronics

• Telecommunication

• Energy & Power

By Region

• North America

• Europe

• Asia Pacific

• LATAM

• MEA

1. Research Framework
   1. Research Objective
   2. Product Overview
   3. Market Segmentation
2. Research Methodology
   1. Qualitative Research
      1. Primary and Secondary Sources
   2. Quantitative Research
      1. Primary and Secondary Sources
   3. Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents
      1. Secondary Research
      2. Primary Research
   4. Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Industry Participants
   5. Key Questionnaire asked during Primary Interviews
   6. Key Primary Responses
   7. Market Size Estimation
   8. Assumption for the Study
   9. Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
3. Executive Summary
4. Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market – Industry Insights
   1. DROC Analysis
      1. Growth Drivers
      2. Restraints
      3. Opportunity
      4. Challenges
   2. Recent Developments / Technical Landscape
   3. Regulatory Framework
   4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
   5. Value Chain Analysis
   6. Strategic Outlook
5. Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Overview
   1. Market Estimates & Forecast by Value, 2017-2027
      1. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Type
         1. 2D AOI Systems
         2. 3D AOI Systems
      2. By Technology
         1. Inline AOI
         2. Offline AOI
      3. By Application
         1. Printing
         2. Selective Soldering
         3. Reflow Soldering
         4. Wave Soldering
         5. Automation
      4. By End-User
         1. Aerospace & Defense
         2. Automotive
         3. Consumer Electronics
         4. Industrial Electronics
         5. Telecommunication
         6. Energy & Power
      5. By Region
         1. North America
         2. Europe
         3. Asia-Pacific (APAC)
         4. Latin America (LATAM)
         5. Middle-East & Africa (MEA)
6. North America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Overview
   1. Market Size and Forecast
      1. By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027
   2. Market Share and Forecast
      1. By Type
      2. By Technology
      3. By Application
      4. By End-User
      5. By Country
         1. U.S.
         2. Canada
7. Europe Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Overview
   1. Market Size and Forecast
      1. By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027
   2. Market Share and Forecast
      1. By Type
      2. By Technology
      3. By Application
      4. By End-User
      5. By Country
         1. Germany
         2. U.K.
         3. France
         4. Italy
         5. Spain
         6. Russia
         7. Netherlands
         8. Rest of Europe
8. APAC Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Overview
   1. Market Size and Forecast
      1. By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027
   2. Market Share and Forecast
      1. By Type
      2. By Technology
      3. By Application
      4. By End-User
      5. By Country
         1. China
         2. India
         3. Japan
         4. South Korea
         5. Rest of APAC
9. LATAM Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Overview
   1. Market Size and Forecast
      1. By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027
   2. Market Share and Forecast
      1. By Type
      2. By Technology
      3. By Application
      4. By End-User
      5. By Country
         1. Mexico
         2. Brazil
         3. Rest of LATAM
10. MEA Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Overview
    1. Market Size and Forecast
       1. By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027
    2. Market Share and Forecast
       1. By Type
       2. By Technology
       3. By Application
       4. By End-User
       5. By Country
          1. Saudi Arabia
          2. UAE
          3. South Africa
          4. Turkey
          5. Rest of Europe
11. Competitive Landscape
    1. 1. List of Key Players and Their Offerings
       2. Market Share / Ranking Analysis (2020)
       3. Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
12. COVID-19 Impact
    1. Future Impact
    2. Key Developments during COVID-19
    3. Impact on Market
       1. Different Scenario
       2. Impact on Companies
    4. Regional Impact
13. Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Key Product landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, and Strategic Outlook) *
    1. KOH Young
    2. Mirtec
    3. Omron
    4. Test Research, Inc. (TRI)
    5. Viscom
    6. Camtek
    7. Cyberoptics
    8. Daiichin Jitsugyo (DJK)
    9. Nordson
    10. Orbotech
    11. Goepel Electronic
    12. Marantz Electronics
    13. Machine Vision Products
    14. Saki
    15. VI Technology
    16. AOI Systems Ltd.
    17. Chroma Ate Inc.
    18. Pemtron
    19. Other Prominent Players
14. Key Strategic Recommendations

*Financial information of non-listed Companies will be provided as per availability

**The segmentation and the companies are subjected to modifications based on in-depth study during the final deliverable.

List of Figures

Fig: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Segmentation

Fig: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Value Chain Analysis,

Fig: Company Market Share Analysis, 2020

Fig: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Fig: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Type, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Technology, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Application, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By End-User, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Country, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: North America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Fig: North America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Type, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: North America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Technology, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: North America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Application, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: North America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By End-User, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: North America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Country, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Europe Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Fig: Europe Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Type, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Europe Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Technology, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Europe Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Application, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Europe Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), by End-User, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Europe Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Country, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Asia-Pacific Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Fig: Asia-Pacific Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Type, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Asia-Pacific Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Technology, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Asia-Pacific Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Application, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Asia-Pacific Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By End-User, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Asia-Pacific Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Country, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Latin America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Fig: Latin America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Type, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Latin America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Technology, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Latin America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Application, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Latin America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By End-User, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Latin America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Country, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Middle East & Africa Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Fig: Middle East & Africa Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Type, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Middle East & Africa Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Technology, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Middle East & Africa Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Application, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Middle East & Africa Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By End-User, By Value, 2017-2027

Fig: Middle East & Africa Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Share (%), By Region, By Value, 2017-2027

List of Tables

Table: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Design Size, By Type, By Value, 2017-2027

Table: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Design Size, By Technology, By Value(USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Design Size, By Application, By Value(USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Design Size, By End-User, By Value(USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: Global Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Design Size, By Region, By Value(USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: North America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Type, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: North America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Technology, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: North America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Application, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: North America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By End-User, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027,

Table: Europe Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Type, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: Europe Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Technology, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: Europe Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Application, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: EuropeAutomated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By End-User, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: the Asia-Pacific Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Type, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: the Asia-Pacific Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Technology, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: the Asia-Pacific Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Application, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: the Asia-Pacific Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By End-User, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: Latin America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Type, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: Latin America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Technology, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: Latin America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Application, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: Latin America Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By End-User, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: The Middle-East & Africa Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Type, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: The Middle-East & Africa Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Technology, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: The Middle-East & Africa Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By Application, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: The Middle-East & Africa Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) System Market Size, By End-User, By Value (USD Million), 2017-2027

Table: KOH Young Financial Analysis

Table: KOH Young Business Overview

Table: Mirtec Financial Analysis

Table: Mirtec Business Overview

Table: Omron Financial Analysis

Table: Omron Ltd. Business Overview

Table: Test Research, Inc. (TRI) Financial Analysis

Table: Test Research, Inc. (TRI) Business Overview

Table: Viscom Financial Analysis

Table:Viscom Business Overview

Table: Camtek Financial Analysis

Table: Camtek Business Overview

Table: Cyberoptics Financial Analysis

Table: Cyberoptics Business Overview

Table: Daiichin Jitsugyo (DJK) Financial Analysis

Table: Daiichin Jitsugyo (DJK) Business Overview

Table: Nordson Financial Analysis

Table: Nordson Business Overview

Table: Orbotech Financial Analysis

Table: Orbotech Business Overview

Table: Goepel Electronic Financial Analysis

Table: Goepel Electronic Financial Analysis

Table: Marantz ElectronicsFinancial Analysis

Table: Marantz ElectronicsBusiness Overview

Table: Machine Vision ProductsFinancial Analysis

Table: Machine Vision ProductsBusiness Overview

Table: SakiFinancial Analysis

Table: SakiBusiness Overview

Table: VI TechnologyFinancial Analysis

Table: VI TechnologyBusiness Overview

Table: AOI Systems Ltd.Financial Analysis

Table: AOI Systems Ltd.Business Overview

Table: Chroma Ate Inc.Financial Analysis

Table: Chroma Ate Inc.Business Overview

Table: PemtronFinancial Analysis

Table: PemtronBusiness Overview