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Closed Core Transformer Market Size - By Product, By Winding, By Cooling, By Insulation, By Application, Analysis, Share, Growth Forecast, 2025 – 2034

  • Report ID: GMI6197
  • Published Date: Dec 2024
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Closed Core Transformer Market Size

The global closed core transformer market size was valued at USD 22.5 billion in 2024 and is expected to witness a CAGR of 6% between 2025 and 2034, driven by technological advancements, increasing energy efficiency demands, and the global push for renewable energy integration. While challenges such as high initial costs persist, the long-term benefits in terms of efficiency and reliability are likely to continue driving their adoption across various industries, especially in power distribution and industrial automation.
 

Closed Core Transformer Market

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The closed-core transformer industry is witnessing a notable shift driven by the increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions across various sectors. As energy efficiency becomes a key focus for industries and governments worldwide, closed-core transformers, which minimize magnetic flux leakage and energy losses, are gaining popularity. This demand is particularly strong in power distribution, industrial automation, and applications where reduced energy consumption is critical. Additionally, strict energy efficiency regulations and global initiatives to reduce carbon emissions are propelling the adoption of these transformers, positioning them as a viable solution for businesses seeking to optimize energy use and meet regulatory standards.
 

Closed Core Transformer Market Trends

The global growth in renewable energy generation is another key driver for the closed-core transformer industry. As countries invest in solar, wind, and other renewable sources, there is a heightened need for reliable power transmission and distribution systems. Closed-core transformers play a vital role in integrating renewable energy into the grid, offering improved efficiency and reduced energy losses, which is crucial for optimizing the performance of renewable energy installations. The development of smart grids and energy storage systems also boosts the demand for transformers, as they ensure the efficient transfer and distribution of electricity across fluctuating renewable energy sources.
 

Closed Core Transformer Market Analysis

Closed Core Transformer Market Size, By Product, 2022 - 2034 (USD Billion)
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Based on product, the market is segmented into distribution transformer, power transformer and others. The distribution transformer is set to reach a value of over USD 22.5 billion through 2034. The rise of smart grid technology is transforming the distribution transformer market. Smart grids use advanced sensors, automation, and data analytics to monitor and manage electricity flow, and distribution transformers are evolving to support this shift.
 

New digital distribution transformers are equipped with monitoring and diagnostic tools that provide real-time data on performance, allowing utilities to proactively manage grid loads, reduce downtime, and prevent failures. Leading to increased adoption of smart distribution transformers.
 

Closed Core Transformer Market Revenue Share, By Insulation, 2024 
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The closed core transformer market is classified by insulation into gas, oil, solid, air and others. Oil segment expected to expand at a CAGR of more than 5.1% through 2034. Closed-core transformers for oil applications combine the advantages of closed-core design with the benefits of oil immersion to provide efficient, reliable, and safe power distribution in environments such as the oil and gas industry. Their ability to handle high power loads while minimizing energy losses and offering superior thermal management makes them a key component in industries that require stable and durable power supply systems.
 

U.S. Closed Core Transformer Market Size, 2022-2034 (USD Billion)
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U.S. closed core transformer market is projected to exceed USD 7.3 billion by 2034. Closed core transformers are becoming more prominent in the U.S. as part of efforts to modernize power grids, integrate renewable energy, and improve overall energy efficiency. Their ability to reduce energy losses, handle high power loads, and enhance system reliability makes them ideal for applications ranging from smart grids to industrial power systems. With the growing emphasis on sustainability, energy efficiency, and infrastructure upgrades, closed-core transformers are poised to play a key role in shaping the future of electrical distribution in the U.S.
 

The Asia Pacific closed core transformer market is growing rapidly, driven by several factors, including rapid industrialization, urbanization, growing energy needs, and the ongoing transition to renewable energy sources. As the region continues to modernize its infrastructure and develop smart grids, the adoption of closed-core transformers is expected to grow, contributing to more efficient, sustainable, and resilient power systems.
 

Closed Core Transformer Market Share

Closed Core Transformer Company Market Share Analysis, 2024

General Electric (GE) is one of the largest multinational conglomerates in the world, with a strong presence in the energy sector, including the design and manufacturing of transformers. GE’s expertise spans across a wide range of industries, from power generation to renewable energy, transportation, healthcare, and more. Within the energy sector, GE has a long history of producing high-quality transformers, including closed-core transformers, which are used in various industrial, commercial, and utility applications.
 

Closed Core Transformer Market Companies

Some of the key market players operating across the closed core transformer industry are:

  • ABB
  • Arteche
  • Celme
  • CG Power
  • Eaton
  • Elsewedy Electric
  • General Electric
  • Hyosung
  • Kirloskar Electric
  • Mitsubishi Electric
  • Ormazabal
  • Schneider Electric
  • Siemens Energy
  • Toshiba
  • Voltamp
     

Closed Core Transformer Industry News:

  • In February 2024, Siemens Energy announced investment over $120 million to expand operations at a transformer factory in Charlotte, North Carolina, to produce 57 LPTs per year with a capacity of 15,000 MVA by the end of 2026.
     
  • In March 2023, General Electric (GE) announced an investment of over $450 million to upgrade its manufacturing facilities in the United States. This initiative will focus on implementing advanced equipment and improving infrastructure, thereby strengthening GE’s operational capacity and supporting its workforce. The move is aligned with GE's broader strategy to create two independent, industry-leading businesses in energy and aerospace. Additionally, it aims to expand the company's energy portfolio, which includes products like transformers, turbines, and generators, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and growth in both sectors.
     

The closed core transformer market research report includes an in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of volume & revenue in USD Billion and ‘000 Units from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, By Product

  • Distribution Transformer
  • Power Transformer
  • Others

Market, By Winding

  • Two Winding
  • Auto-Transformer

Market, By Cooling

  • Dry Type
  • Oil Immersed

Market, By Insulation

  • Gas
  • Oil
  • Solid
  • Air
  • Others

Market, By Application

  • Residential
  • Commercial & Industrial
  • Utility

The above information has been provided for the following regions and countries:

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • UK
    • France
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • Russia
    • Spain
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Australia
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Turkey
    • South Africa
    • Egypt
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina

 

Authors: Ankit Gupta, Vinayak Shukla

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The market size of closed core transformer reached USD 22.5 billion in 2024 and is set to grow at a 6% CAGR from 2025 to 2034, driven by technological advancements and increasing energy efficiency demands.
The oil-insulated segment is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of over 5.1% through 2034, as it offers efficient and reliable power distribution with superior thermal management, particularly in the oil and gas industry.
The U.S. closed core transformer market is projected to surpass USD 7.3 billion by 2034, led by efforts to modernize power grids, integrate renewable energy, and improve energy efficiency.
Key players in the market include ABB, Arteche, Celme, CG Power, Eaton, Elsewedy Electric, General Electric, Hyosung, Kirloskar Electric, Mitsubishi Electric, Ormazabal, Schneider Electric, Siemens Energy, Toshiba, and Voltamp.

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Premium Report Details

  • Base Year: 2024
  • Companies covered: 15
  • Tables & Figures: 20
  • Countries covered: 22
  • Pages: 80
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