Powder Processing Equipment Market Share Analysis
The surge in industrialization, coupled with increased Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in pivotal manufacturing and construction sectors in key emerging economies like China, India, Brazil, and South-East Asian nations, is anticipated to drive the demand for powder processing equipment in the foreseeable future. These countries have strategically restructured their manufacturing policies to attract investments, resulting in a substantial rise in greenfield FDI inflows in the Asia-Pacific region, reaching USD 395 billion in 2016, reflecting an 11.7% increase from the previous year.
These emerging economies have become attractive investment destinations, enticing foreign developers to establish their presence. The favorable government policies, cutting-edge technologies, and the availability of skilled labor have encouraged many companies to set up research and development centers, manufacturing facilities, and distribution channels in these regions.
The rapid pace of industrialization is poised to streamline operations, enhancing overall production efficiency. Across the globe, companies are integrating advanced equipment and technologies into their operations to ensure heightened efficiency and productivity. Consequently, the economic growth witnessed in these emerging economies is anticipated to unlock growth opportunities for participants in the global powder processing equipment market.
In response to evolving customer demands, various powder processing equipment manufacturers are focusing on innovation and the development of advanced equipment. There is a growing requirement for customized solutions in end-use industries such as chemical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food and beverage, metal, mineral, and nuclear sectors. This is driven by factors like the variable flowability of metal powders, the need for different powder sizes, and specific press capacities.
Technological advancements in various powder processing operations, including mixing, grinding, drying, sintering, and compaction, are facilitating rapid production and heightened productivity. Manufacturers are actively working on introducing new products with improved mixing capabilities and the ability to process nano-sized materials. For example, Hosokawa Micron, in 2017, unveiled a nanotechnology product portfolio designed to enhance powder characteristics and create new attributes without altering chemical properties.
Furthermore, efforts are underway to boost the efficiency of dry processing, wet milling, nano grinding, and dispersion processes. The heightened demand from end-use industries for tailored solutions and products is expected to drive the development of new technologies in powder processing equipment. Consequently, the infusion of innovative technologies is poised to unlock significant growth opportunities for participants in the global powder processing equipment market in the projected period.