Fusion Splicer Market?
Handheld fiber-optic fusion splicers drive production in the small supply market in mainland China. The products are generally targeted at the low-end sector of the international market, which is largely dominated by big-brand players. Growing momentum in Greater Chinas fiber-optic industry has yet to extend to the fiber-opticfusion splicer sector. This segment is so small at present it comprises only two or three makers in mainland China, plus several trading firms and design houses, and no suppliers in Taiwan. Of the total 2007 global shipment of fiber-optic fusion splicers valued at $308 million, only 6 to 8 percent came from mainland China, according to data from Global Information Inc. The research firm projects the global shipment value will climb to $440 million by 2012. The high technology requirement for entry into this product line and the small demand will not likely fast-track supplier adoption in mainland China and Taiwan in the near term. The supplier base for fiber-optic
