The ceramics industry has seen a lot of changes over the last 30 years, with many new applications for advanced ceramics driving extensive market growth since the early 1990s. This steady stream of new applications has served to counter the impact of increasing international competition.

The Association of American Ceramic Component Manufacturers (AACCM) was formed in 1992 by 18 charter member companies to expand the market for manufactured ceramic components. They aimed to achieve this goal by enhancing the processes and product quality of advanced ceramics, as well as by increasing public and industry education and awareness of ceramic applications.