Pneumatic Conveying Systems Market - By Type (Dilute Phase Conveying, Dense Phase Conveying), Technology (Positive Pressure Systems, Vacuum Systems and Combination Systems), Conveying Pressure, End Use Industry, Distribution Channel & Forecast, 2024 – 2032

Pneumatic Conveying Systems Market Size

Pneumatic Conveying Systems Market size was valued at USD 8 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to register a CAGR of 5.4% between 2024 and 2032. Sectors such as food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals drive the demand for pneumatic conveying systems. The expansion and modernization of industries have brought about the requirement for efficient solutions related to handling bulk materials. Improvements in energy efficiency, control systems, and superior materials used for building pipelines ensure the market's growth. Newer technologies make pneumatic conveying systems more efficient and cost-effective.
 

Innovations in pneumatic conveying technology, such as improved airlocks, advanced control systems, and energy-efficient designs, are driving growth. Systems that provide application for enhanced automation, integration, and adaptability to the specific material they handle are increasingly being adopted. Increased automation in the manufacturing process and the requirements entailed are the increase for pneumatic conveying, which gives a reliable and efficient solution in the handling of the material. This trend comes from the need for flexibility and efficiency in bulk material handling, where companies are more and more eager to find out the tailored solutions to be applied.
 

One of the entry barriers to the investment of smaller companies or startups in pneumatic conveying systems is always their high upfront investment cost. Nevertheless, long-term savings could be gained by acquiring efficiency and easy maintenance. In designing and installing a pneumatic conveying system, there are complex issues to be taken into consideration: material properties, system design, and operational requirements. While pneumatic systems can be considered virtually maintenance-free, periodic inspections and adjustments are necessary for them to run efficiently, imposing a burden on some companies.  
 

Pneumatic Conveying Systems Market Trends

Advanced sensors, data analytics, and IoT technology combine to increase the potential of any pneumatic conveying system. Smart systems provide real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and automated adjustment to achieve greater efficiency by reducing downtime. Modern control systems with more application-oriented software and easier-to-operate interfaces make handling a conveying process much easier. Such systems are empowered to execute complex operations, integrate into other automation systems, and enable elaborate performance analytics.
 

There is a growing need for tailored pneumatic conveying solutions to meet specified operational requirements and material characteristics. Manufacturers are giving way to greater flexibility in designs and configurations to address diversity in applications. Companies yearn for pneumatic conveying systems that can be easily integrated with the present infrastructure. This calls for modular and scalable designs, which shall accommodate further expansion or modification in the future.
 

Pneumatic Conveying Systems Market Analysis

Based on the type, the market can be segmented into dilute phase conveying and dense phase conveying. The dilute phase conveying segment held around 71% of the total market share in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period. In dilute-phase conveying, at high velocity, materials are moved through a pipeline where the air stream bears the material.
 

New developments focus on reducing energy consumption, such as the use of energy-efficient blowers or compressors and reduced air flow, which thus reduces power requirements. Sensor technology integration will further enhance real-time monitoring of system performance in terms of flow rates, pressure, and energy consumption.
 

Dense phase conveying is a process where materials are transported at lower velocities and higher pressures than usual to ensure a more compact flow of materials. Pressure control and flow management innovations enhance dense-phase systems, qualifying them to handle a variety of materials more effectively. This work stresses the importance of reduced air consumption by maintaining system performance with better system design and efficient air compressors.
 

The development of dilute and dense-phase pneumatic conveying systems is moving ahead in large strides due to technology innovation, efficiency enhancement, and changing needs in the industries.
 

Based on the end use industry, the pneumatic conveying systems market is categorized into chemical, pharmaceuticals, food & beverages, cement, minerals and mining, metals and others. The food & beverages segment held around 22% of the total market share in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 6.2% during the forecast period. Pneumatic conveying systems can be used in wide-ranging industries for moving powdered and dry bulk materials, as well as sorting material of different densities.
 

Besides being a cost-effective substitute, it will enable you to save on expenditure for labor, resulting in more productivity. With low maintenance costs and reliable operation, the system in Pneumatic Conveying Systems has been able to minimize operating costs. Besides, these systems are very flexible and of high hygiene in the food category. For these reasons, the systems are particularly used in the conveying of wares like rice, corn, sugar, flour, cereal, and spices in the food industry.
 

This runs the whole range, as in fact it does across several of the stages in the chemical business. A proper pneumatic conveying system makes all these processes from unloading to filtering and bagging very easy to carry out. In mining, bulk materials of different natures and sizes, which have different requirements, are thus conveyed as safely and efficiently as possible.
 

Asia Pacific dominated the pneumatic conveying systems market with a market share of around 36% in 2023 and anticipated to grow with a CAGR of around 6% during forecast period. The market in the Asia Pacific holds strong potential for growth and development, driven by various economic, technological, and industrial factors.

Increased growth in sectors like chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, and metals has resulted in a rising demand for advanced pneumatic conveying solutions that are specially tailored for differential materials and processes. Companies across the region are hence adopting advanced technologies in upgrading the existing systems of pneumatic conveyors at their manufacturing units.
 

With regulatory requirements and the need for low operational cost, there has been increased emphasis on energy-efficient pneumatic conveying systems. The use of automation and IoT technologies in pneumatic conveying systems drives the market's growth since such installation enables improved monitoring at lower operational costs, thereby increasing operational efficiencies. The food and beverage industry has embarked on a row of high consumption of processed and packaged food products. Furthermore, there is increasing competition in the APAC pneumatic conveying systems industry owing to the presence of regional and global players.  
 

North America: In terms of the country, the US dominates with an overall market share of around 79% in the North America pneumatic conveying systems market. There exists a diversified industrial base in the U.S., including manufacturing, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and mining, which would help in pushing the demand for pneumatic conveying systems. Hefty investments in technology and automation act as a catalyst for the adoption rate of advanced pneumatic conveying systems. IoT and smart technologies are largely incorporated.
 

On the other hand, Canada pneumatic conveying systems market expressing notable growth rate of around 5.5% in 2023. The rugged pneumatic conveying systems are in great demand in the mining and minerals sector of Canada, which includes the oil sands and other mineral extraction industries. The designing of sophisticated pneumatic conveying systems gains demand with the advanced technologies and automation adopted by Canada in its industries.
 

Europe: The Europe Pneumatic Conveying Systems market with a market share of around 24% in 2023 and anticipated to grow with a CAGR of around 5.1% during forecast period. The growth trends of the pneumatic conveying systems industry have been different between different European countries, driven by respective industrial sectors, technological advancements, and states of their economies.
 

In terms of country, Germany is dominating the Europe pneumatic conveying systems market in terms of market share of around 19% during the 2023. Germany is the largest economy in Europe, with a predominant industrial base in automobile, chemical, pharmaceutical, food, and beverages, including processed foods; therefore, there is a high demand for pneumatic conveying systems in the country. In addition, the country takes pride in its technological innovation, with a focus in the areas of fine manufacturing techniques, automation, and Industry 4.0, all of which have further reinforced a market for high-end pneumatic systems.
 

Asia Pacific: The Asia Pacific Pneumatic Conveying Systems market with a market share of around 36% in 2023 and anticipated to grow with a CAGR of around 6.0% during forecast period. The market of the Asia Pacific region is growing vigorously, influenced by diverse industrial activities, economic conditions, and technological advancements across various countries.
 

In terms of country, China is dominating the Asia Pacific pneumatic conveying systems market in terms of market share of around 32% during the 2023. Fast industrialization and huge investments in infrastructure build strong demand for pneumatic conveying systems across industries such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, and construction in China. Being the global manufacturing hub, China has an extended manufacturing sector that requires efficient material handling solutions continuously, including pneumatic conveying systems.
 

On the other hand, India is emerging as a fastest growing country for the pneumatic conveying systems market in terms of CAGR of 6.6% between 2024 to 2032. The demand for pneumatic conveying systems is fanned in India by the country's fast-growing economy and industrial sector, more so in food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and textiles. An increase in demand for these systems in India is deeply rooted in the fast-growing economy and industrial sector, more so in food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and textiles.
 

Pneumatic Conveying Systems Market Share

Key players involve in the pneumatic conveying systems industry are Atlas Copco AB, GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, Rieco Industries Limited, VOLKMANN, Inc, Bratney Companies accounting market share of 8-12% in 2023. Vac-U-Max is known for its comprehensive range of pneumatic conveying systems and bulk handling solutions, catering to various industrial sectors. The competition in the pneumatic conveying systems market is intense, too many manufacturers offer all kinds of solutions to meet the diversity of industries. Key players in the market vary by region and industry, but still some common themes and competitive dynamics do shape the landscape.
 

Pneumatic Conveying Systems Market Companies

Major companies operating in the pneumatic conveying systems industry include:

• Atlas Copco AB
• Bratney Companies
• Claudius Peters (Americas) Inc.
• Compass Systems & Sales, LLC
• Coperion GmbH
• Delfin Industrial Vacuums
• Dynamic Air Inc.
• GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft
• Gericke AG
• Macawber Engineering, Inc.
• Rieco Industries Limited
• Spiroflow Systems, Inc.
• VAC-U-MAX
• VOLKMANN, Inc.
• Whirl-Air-Flow Corporation    
   

Pneumatic Conveying Systems Industry News

• In August 2023, Atlas Copco, a leading player in compressors, vacuum solutions, generators, pumps, power tools, and assembly systems, is building a new manufacturing facility in Pune, India. The company highlighted that this expansion is a strategic move to cater to the surging demand in both domestic and export markets. With the new facility, Atlas Copco aims to connect with new customers, explore untapped markets, and elevate customer service by reducing lead times.
   

The pneumatic conveying systems market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry, with estimates & forecasts in terms of revenue (USD Billion) (Thousand Units) from 2021 to 2032, for the following segments:

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Market, By Type

• Dilute Phase Conveying
• Dense Phase Conveying    

Market, By Technology

• Positive Pressure Systems
• Vacuum Systems
• Combination Systems    

Market, By Conveying Pressure

• Up to 6 barg
• 6 barg - 8 barg
• Above 8 barg

Market, By End Use Industry

• Chemical
• Pharmaceuticals
• Food & Beverages
• Cement
• Minerals and Mining
• Metals 
• Others (Textiles and Plastics etc.)  

Market, By Distribution Channel

• Direct
• Indirect

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific   
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• MEA
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • South Africa
  • Rest of MEA