Slot machines are self-service gaming tool and are an integral part of casinos. The global slot machines market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15.49% during the forecast period. In 2016, Europe accounted for the largest share of the global slot machines market, followed by North America and the rest of the world (ROW). The increased sales of slot machines through online portals is one of the major drivers that is propelling the growth of the global slot machines market.

Savory snacks can be categorized under the snack foods segment. Although there are many variants in terms of ingredients used, the global savory snacks market can be divided into seven major categories: potato chips, extruded snacks, nuts and seeds, traditional snacks, popcorn, meat snacks, and other savory snacks. Potatoes, corn, nuts, seeds, wheat, rice, tapioca, and oats are most commonly used as ingredients in the preparation of savory snacks.

Retrofitting existing smoke detectors to enhance their features and service life as well as the increasing applications and integration of smoke detectors with buildings have a positive impact on the market. Discounts offered by insurance companies to individuals who have a monitored security system installed in their homes will encourage the adoption of these products, especially smart smoke detector systems. Growing security concerns among consumers, particularly in developing countries, are expected to boost the market's growth during the forecast period. However, strict regulations governing the disposal of these products could limit the adoption of smart smoke detector systems, which, in turn, could limit the market growth over the next five years.

Compressors are mechanical devices that compress air or gas in a sealed unit and deliver it at the desired pressure levels. Compressors are categorized as air compressors and gas compressors. An air compressor is a device that compresses and pressurizes air and thereby, converts its potential energy into kinetic energy. A gas compressor is a device that reduces the volume of gas to increase its pressure, following the principle of Boyle's law. An air compressor is a distinct type of gas compressor. Compressors are extensively used in several heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration applications. The increasing market for residential, commercial, and automotive HVAC systems along with growing demand for industrial and commercial systems will contribute significantly to market growth.

The food industry is the largest industrial sector worldwide and plays an important role in the economy of any country. The global food and beverage market is expected to reach $6 trillion by 2017, growing at a CAGR of 5%-6%. Since food products need to reach the customers in a fresh form, they require extremely protective and durable materials for packaging. An increase in the demand for prepared food and dairy products has brought about a transformation in the packaging industry.

Perishable goods transportation is an integrated component of cold chain logistics and helps in the management and control of the flow of the cold chain supply process. A rise in international trade has increased the need for the transportation of perishable products from producers to end-users in distant locations. Such transportation requires extensive logistics planning to ensure the integrity of the goods transported. The introduction of new and innovative methods to manage the supply chain management improves the effectiveness of logistics. 

Biomedical refrigerators and freezers are medical preservation devices used to store biological samples, reagents, and chemicals at low temperatures. They are commonly found in hospitals, blood banks, laboratories, diagnostic centers, and pharmacies. They are capable of maintaining constant and accurate temperatures. These refrigerators and freezers are usually equipped with a microprocessor controller, visual and audio alarms, and digital temperature displays to provide better sample preservation and protection.

The soft adventure sporting goods market, especially the paddle sports market, has excellent growth potential globally. It is mainly driven by the growing interest in outdoor recreational activities among individuals and the availability of a wide range of paddle sports equipment. In addition, the tourism industry in many regions has also started offering water sports among the various activities for tourists

Pharmaceutical contract packagers offer multiple packaging options to end-users, which make them flexible to handle and address any urgent packaging needs or high volume of products without any delay. Also, the presence of experienced staff helps in providing efficient services and reducing the overall lead time in packaging. The combination of third-party logistics (3PL) and contract packaging results in a reduction of overall lead time.

Piezoelectricity, also known as the piezoelectric effect, is the occurrence of an electrical potential (voltage) over the sides of a crystal when it is subjected to mechanical stress. The electricity generated is proportional to the mechanical stress. The reverse is also true when an electrical impulse is applied to a piezoelectric substance; it induces a mechanical change. The crystal becomes a type of small battery with a positive charge on one side and a negative charge on the opposite side. The current flows when the two sides are connected to make a circuit. The working of a piezoelectric actuator and motor is based on the principle of the reverse piezoelectric effect. In the reverse piezoelectric effect, when a voltage is applied to the opposite faces of a crystal, it becomes mechanically stressed. Piezoelectric actuators are used in applications that require accuracy and precision. They are small, have a faster response time, and exhibit low power consumption and electromagnetic interference.