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The pneumatic actuator market size is forecast to increase by USD 1.09 billion at a CAGR of 5.45% between 2023 and 2028. The global market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing use of pneumatic actuators in various industries, particularly in the food and beverage and automotive sector, where they are employed for applications such as filling, capping, and sealing. Another trend driving market growth is the adoption of Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled actuators for predictive maintenance, which enhances equipment efficiency and reduces downtime. Furthermore, the high adoption of electromechanical and electric actuators in industries such as oil and gas, power generation, and water and wastewater treatment is posing a challenge to the market, as these alternatives offer advantages such as energy efficiency and precise control.
However, the versatility, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of pneumatic actuators continue to make them a preferred choice for numerous applications, ensuring the market's continued growth.
Pneumatic actuators are engineering devices that convert compressed air into mechanical motion, making them essential components in various industries. Rotary actuators and linear actuators are the two primary types, with rotary actuators producing rotational motion and linear actuators generating linear motion. These actuators find extensive applications in industries such as automobile engines, aviation, production machinery, packaging machinery, railways, and more. Pneumatic actuators are widely used in industrial facilities due to their strongness, durability, and reliability. They are employed in chemical processing, healthcare, aerospace, food and beverage, and other sectors that require precise control systems, smart sensors, and energy-efficient systems.
Air compressors are the primary source of compressed air for pneumatic actuators. While hydraulic fluid pressure and electrical currents are used in hydraulic and electric actuators, respectively, pneumatic actuators rely on pneumatic pressure. The market for pneumatic actuators is expected to grow due to the increasing demand for automation and the need for efficient and cost-effective solutions in various industries. In summary, pneumatic actuators play a crucial role in converting compressed air into mechanical motion, enabling various industries to automate their processes and improve productivity. The market for pneumatic actuators is diverse, with applications ranging from automobile engines to production machinery and aerospace.
Their advantages, such as strongness, durability, and reliability, make them a preferred choice in industrial environments.
The market research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in "USD billion" for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018 - 2022 for the following segments.
The quarter-turn segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. In engineering devices, pneumatic actuators play a significant role in imparting mechanical motion through compressed air. Rotary actuators and linear actuators are two common types of pneumatic actuators, each offering unique advantages. Rotary actuators, such as Scotch yoke designs, facilitate kinetic movements in a quarter-turn or 90-degree motion, making them ideal for valve automation in industries like automobile engines, aviation, production machinery, packaging machinery, railways, and more. Linear actuators, on the other hand, provide linear motion and are essential in drilling and pipeline operations, facility processing, and 3D printing. Stainless steel Pneumatic actuators' strongness, durability, and reliability make them indispensable in industrial environments, including chemical processing, healthcare, aerospace, food and beverage, and control systems.
These systems often require smart sensors and energy-efficient operations, ensuring contaminant-free operations. Pneumatic actuators' ability to provide high torque with relatively low air consumption enhances their efficiency, making them a preferred choice for various applications in the transportation sector and industrial automation.
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The quarter-turn segment accounted for USD 1.61 billion in 2018 and showed a gradual increase during the forecast period.
North America is estimated to contribute 31% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio's analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period.
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The global market experiences significant growth due to various applications in diverse industries. In the Oil and Gas sector, offshore platforms require safety systems and automation for efficient operation. Pneumatic actuators, driven by electrical currents and hydraulic fluid pressure, play a crucial role in engine controls, flow control, and motion control. These actuators are essential for hydraulic and mechanical systems in ventilation and HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance and reducing methane emissions. In North America, the substantial share of the market is attributed to its leading position in the oil and gas industry, with numerous petrochemical projects and facility upgrades driving demand.
Additionally, the food and beverage industry's focus on hygiene and cleanliness, as per the FDA's Food Safety Modernization Act, increases the demand for pneumatic actuators. The market encompasses various types, including linear actuators, rotary actuators, diaphragm actuators, and piston actuators, catering to diverse motion control requirements. IoT integration and smart systems further enhance the functionality and efficiency of pneumatic actuators.
Our researchers analyzed the data with 2023 as the base year, along with the key drivers, trends, and challenges. A holistic analysis of drivers will help companies refine their marketing strategies to gain a competitive advantage.
Increasing use of pneumatic actuators in food and beverage industry is the key driver of the market. Pneumatic actuators play a crucial role in engineering devices that require mechanical motion in various industries, including automobile engines, aviation, production machinery, packaging machinery, railways, mining, transportation, 3D printing, and industrial automation. Compressed air-powered pneumatic actuators, such as rotary actuators and linear actuators, are widely used due to their versatility and ability to provide kinetic movements. In the food and beverage industry, pneumatic actuators ensure product integrity and adherence to safety standards. The rising demand for organic food and increasing regulations on food safety are driving the need for automated processes. Manufacturers are incorporating automation and robotics into their product lines to make processes more flexible and agile to retail demand.
Rod-type pneumatic actuators are popular in this industry due to their low cost and ease of sanitization, as new FDA rules focus on maintaining clean and well-maintained equipment in accordance with the Food Safety Modernization Act. Pneumatic actuators are also essential in industrial environments where strongness, durability, and reliability are critical. They are used in control systems, smart sensors, energy-efficient systems, and contaminant-free operations. In the chemical processing industry, pneumatic actuators are used for valve automation, drilling operations, and pipeline operations. In healthcare, aerospace, and other industries, pneumatic actuators provide linear motion and rotary motion with high torque for various applications.
Adoption of IoT-enabled actuators for predictive maintenance is the upcoming trend in the market. In various engineering devices that utilize mechanical motion, pneumatic actuators, driven by compressed air, play a significant role. These actuators are employed extensively in rotary and linear configurations, including Scotch yoke designs, to generate kinetic movements in diverse industries. Air compressors and automobile engines are common sources of compressed air, while pneumatic actuators find extensive applications in sectors such as aviation, production machinery, packaging machinery, railways, and 3D printing. Pneumatic actuators' strongness, durability, and reliability make them suitable for industrial environments. In industries like mining, transportation, chemical processing, healthcare, aerospace, food and beverage, control systems, and smart sensors, energy-efficient systems, and contaminant-free operations, these actuators are indispensable.
With the integration of IoT technology, pneumatic actuators have evolved to offer advanced features such as real-time monitoring of actuator variables like cylinder speed, travel, temperature, and pressure. This enables predictive maintenance, reducing production downtime and improving overall efficiency. IoT-enabled pneumatic actuators are particularly valuable in industries where even brief downtime can result in substantial costs, such as oil and gas, mining, and chemical processing.
High adoption of electromechanical and electric actuators is a key challenge affecting the market growth. Pneumatic actuators are engineering devices that convert compressed air into mechanical motion, primarily used for rotary and linear actuation in various industries. Rotary actuators, such as Scotch yoke and kinetic movements, and linear actuators are commonly employed in production machinery, packaging machinery, railways, automobile engines, aviation, mining, transportation, 3D printing, and industrial automation. Pneumatic actuators provide strongness, durability, and reliability in industrial environments, making them suitable for applications in chemical processing, healthcare, aerospace, food and beverage, control systems, and smart sensors. However, they consume energy continuously, even when not in use, leading to higher maintenance and operational costs compared to electromechanical and electric actuators.
In contrast, electric actuators offer energy efficiency, precise control, and flexibility, making them increasingly popular in industries. Yet, pneumatic actuators continue to dominate certain applications due to their ability to provide high torque in valve automation, drilling operations, and pipeline operations, where contaminant-free operations are essential.
The market forecasting report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator's stage to the laggard's stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their market growth analysis strategies.
Customer Landscape
Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.
ABB Ltd. - The company provides a range of pneumatic actuators, including linear and universal rotary types.
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The global market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing demand for engineering devices that facilitate mechanical motion in various industries. Compressed air-powered pneumatic actuators, including rotary and linear types, are widely used in automobile engines, aviation, production machinery, packaging machinery, railways, and more. In industrial environments, pneumatic actuators provide strongness, durability, and reliability, making them ideal for use in chemical processing, healthcare, aerospace, food and beverage, and other sectors. Pneumatic actuators offer kinetic movements through Scotch yoke mechanisms and provide linear or rotary motion based on application requirements. Air compressors are essential for supplying compressed air to these actuators.
The transportation sector, industrial automation, and control systems are other significant end-users of pneumatic actuators. Advancements in technology have led to the development of energy-efficient systems, smart sensors, and contaminant-free operations, enhancing the performance and functionality of pneumatic actuators. The mining, drilling, and pipeline operations sectors also utilize pneumatic actuators for valve automation and other applications. Additionally, the emergence of 3D printing technology is expected to expand the scope of pneumatic actuators in various industries.
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Market Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
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Page number |
181 |
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Base year |
2023 |
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Historic period |
2018-2022 |
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Forecast period |
2024-2028 |
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Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 5.45% |
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Market growth 2024-2028 |
USD 1.09 billion |
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Market structure |
Fragmented |
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YoY growth 2023-2024(%) |
4.89 |
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Regional analysis |
North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa |
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Performing market contribution |
North America at 31% |
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Key countries |
US, Canada, China, Japan, and Germany |
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Competitive landscape |
Leading Companies, Market Positioning of Companies, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
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Key companies profiled |
ABB Ltd., AIRTECH PRODUCTS Inc., Crane Holdings Co., Eaton Corp. Plc, Emerson Electric Co., Festo SE and Co. KG, Flowserve Corp., Flowtorq Engineering Pvt. Ltd., HKS Dreh Antriebe GmbH, Honeywell International Inc., Marsh Automation Pvt. Ltd., Moog Inc., Parker Hannifin Corp., Pentair Plc, ROTEX Controls Inc., Rotork Plc, Siemens AG, SMC Corp, Tolomatic Inc., and Schlumberger Ltd. |
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Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, market growth inducers and obstacles, market forecast, fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, market condition analysis for the forecast period |
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Customization purview |
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1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation by Product Type
7 Market Segmentation by End-user
8 Customer Landscape
9 Geographic Landscape
10 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
11 Vendor Landscape
12 Vendor Analysis
13 Appendix
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