Activated carbon is the non-graphite form of carbon, which is produced from the carbonaceous raw materials such as coal, lignite, wood, paddy husk, coir pith, and coconut shells. The primary objective of activated carbon is adsorption, which is due to its intrinsic pore network of the lattice structure.By end-user, the global activated carbon market is classified into water treatment,oil and gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceutical, and others. By product type, the market is classified into powdered activated carbon, granular activated carbon, and thers.By application, the market is classified into air purification, water purification, foods and beverages, medical and pharmaceutical products, automobiles, mining, and others. By raw material type, the market is classified into bituminous coal, wood,coconut shell, lignite, and others. By geography, the market is classified into APAC,the Americas, Europe, and MEA.

5-axis CNC machining centers enable the cutting tool to move across the X, Y and Z linear axes. Two additional axes, A and B, help to move the object precisely in any direction.They offer significant benefits, such as reduced lead time, increased efficiency, and improved tool life.They are used for complex applications, such as conventional designing of tilted surfaces and the designing of complex 3D shapes.

In this report, Technavio covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the elevator and escalator market in the US for 2017-2021. To calculate the market size,we considered the revenue generated from various sources such as installing new units, maintenance of existing units, and modernization of existing units in the country during the forecast period.The report also presents the vendor landscape and a corresponding detailed analysis of the top six key vendors in the market, as well as a brief description of the other prominent vendors. The top vendors in the market have been selected based on our perception of their importance in the development of the elevator and escalator market in the US for 2016-2020. In addition, the report discusses the major drivers influencing market growth and the challenges faced by the vendors and the market as a whole. It also examines key emerging trends and their influence on current and future market scenarios.

An ESL is a system used by retailers to display the price of the product on the shelf and the information related to it. An ESL is usually attached to the front edge of a retail shelf. It uses LCD or similar technology for displaying the product information.The product price displayed on an ESL is automatically updated whenever the price is changed. This change can be made with the help of a communication network

based on infrared, radio frequency, or visible light technology.

DIY (Do-it-yourself) in home improvement is defined as the concept in which an individual homeowner/consumer, executes task/job related to home improvement by himself with the help of DIY tool, equipment, and appliances. As the name suggests, the concept involves only the end consumer and no other third party to execute a project.The DIY home improvement market in the US encompasses DIY product categories that include raw materials, appliances, hardware, tools, equipment, and several instruments that are used in the execution of a DIY project. Also, it covers all indoor and outdoor DIY jobs that are done by an individual. The report is focused on the analysis of the retail distribution of DIY products, which caters to fulfill the requirement of an individual customer.

Commercial foodservice equipment help end-users to prepare, cook, serve, and handle various food and beverage items in commercial kitchens.

To calculate the market size, the new models of foodservice equipment that are sold to various end-users such as restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and retail formats are being considered.The refrigeration and ice machine segment generated the highest revenue for the

commercial foodservice equipment (CFSE) market in 2016 and is expected to grow significantly during the forecast period. This segment held a 22.99% share of the market in 2016 owing to the demand for high-quality refrigerators and ice machines among end-users. Manufacturers are looking for ways to provide innovative technologies such as programmable menu and advanced filtration system for ice maker machines. End-users are also looking forward to replace the older technology with new innovations. The foodservice disposables and primary cooking equipment segments followed the refrigeration and ice machine segment with market shares of 19.55% and 19.14%, respectively, in 2016.

A cold chain is an uninterrupted supply chain that includes a network of facilities and distribution options. Various stages and processes in this supply chain operate under controlled temperature and humidity. China’s cold chain system is growing exponentially, resulting in various enterprises integrating such systems for the preservation of their products. The government of China is also integrating laws

related to food safety and investing in cold chain projects. This is further driving the growth of the cold chain market in China.This report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of cold chain market in China for 2017-2021. In this report, the market is segmented based on the type of cold chain, which is refrigerated storage and refrigerated transport. The market is also segmented based on end-users, which include meat, fish, and seafood; fruits and vegetable; dairy and frozen food; and bakery and confectionery industries.

Barge transportation refers to the mode of transporting dry and liquid bulk commodities in a barge vessel (a flat-bottomed boat) through rivers and canals.Some barges have to be pushed or towed, while others are self-propelled.Barge transportation is a sustainable mode of transportation and is environmentfriendly,with respect to emission of CO₂ (carbon dioxide) gases and energy consumption.The barge transportation market in Europe is expected to grow at a CAGR of 1.80% during the forecast period. Decline in oil prices in Europe since 2012 has had a positive impact on the inland waterway operators. The falling oil prices and low-interest rate have reduced the operating cost of barges. However, environmental agencies are concerned that the decline in oil prices will likely increase the use of fossil fuels, which could lead to a rise in the global temperature by 35.6℉.

Strollers and prams are used to carry babies. There are different types of strollers and prams depending upon the weight and age of a child. Prams are used to carry infants in a lying position. Strollers are used to carry babies of age 6 months to 5 years in a sitting position.

To calculate the market size, the retail sales of baby strollers and prams through the various distribution channels have been considered. These distribution channels include specialty stores, online retail, and others segment.

HVAC is a technology to maintain the internal temperature of the cabin of the vehicle.Automotive HVAC systems comprise five main components, namely a compressor,heat exchanger, evaporator, thermal expansion valve, and accumulator, which are coupled with ducts. Due to the increased demand for comfort in vehicles, the HVAC systems have become a necessity. As a result, in the Americas, even the lower variants of the mass-selling cars are equipped with HVAC systems.