PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1541609
PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1541609
Impact Socket Market Report by Type (Hex Sockets, In-Hex Sockets), Size (1/2 Inch, 3/8 Inch, 1/4 Inch), Distribution Channel (Online, Offline), Application (Automotive, Industrial, Construction, and Others), and Region 2024-2032
The global impact socket market size reached US$ 1,077.0 Million in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 1,551.6 Million by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.02% during 2024-2032. The inflating levels of industrialization, coupled with the merger and acquisition (M&A) activities by key players seeking to gain a competitive advantage through joint ventures, are primarily driving the market growth.
Global Impact Socket Market Analysis:
Major Market Drivers: The growing advancements in automobile manufacturing are primarily propelling the impact socket market demand. Moreover, considerable growth in the real estate, construction, and hospitality industries is also positively impacting the global market.
Key Market Trends: Continuous improvements in material and design and the rising focus on durability and longevity of impact sockets are among the emerging trends bolstering the market growth. Additionally, as sustainability becomes a key concern for consumers and businesses, there is an increasing interest in impact sockets that are environmentally friendly and sustainable. Consequently, manufacturers are exploring eco-friendly materials and manufacturing processes to reduce the environmental impact of their products.
Geographical Trends: According to the impact socket market analysis, the expanding various industries, including aerospace, manufacturing, and automotive in regions, including North America and Europe, and extensive R&D activities are stimulating the market growth. Moreover, the increasing expenditure capacities in industrial and large-scale infrastructures, particularly across the Asia-Pacific, are further fueling the global market.
Competitive Landscape: Some of the major market players in the impact socket industry include Apex Tool Group LLC, Deltec Industries Ltd, Grey Pneumatic Corp., IMPERIAL-Newton Corporation, Powermaster Engineers Pvt. Ltd., Stanley Black & Decker Inc., Teng Tools AB, Tien-I Industrial Co. Ltd., and Wright Tool Company Inc. (Federal Resources Supply Company), among many others.
Challenges and Opportunities: Impact socket manufacturers need to comply with regulatory requirements related to product safety and quality standards. Ensuring compliance can add complexity and cost to manufacturing processes, thereby negatively impacting the global market. However, the widespread adoption of impact sockets in the automotive industry for vehicle assembly and maintenance is providing significant opportunities to the market growth.
Global Impact Socket Market Trends:
Expansion of the Automotive Industry
Impact sockets are specialized tools used in various automotive applications, particularly in tasks requiring high torque and heavy-duty operations, such as tire changes, engine repairs, and suspension work. In line with this, as the automotive industry continues to expand globally, there's a corresponding increase in the need for tools and equipment in vehicle manufacturing, maintenance, and repair. For instance, according to the India Brand Equity Foundation, the sale of total passenger vehicles in November 2023 reached 3,34,130, accounting for the highest sale with a margin of 3.7% as compared to November 2022. The automobile exports from India also reached 47,60,487 in FY2023. Besides this, impact sockets are indispensable tools in aftermarket workshops and garages, thereby acting as another significant growth-inducing factor. For instance, India's automobile Mission Plan FAME-II emphasizes on offering government support to the nation's expanding automobile and component manufacturing sectors. These factors are further expected to proliferate the market growth in the coming years.
Surging Demand for Electrification
The growing demand for electrification in industries, including automotive, is contributing to the growth of the impact sockets market. While impact sockets have traditionally been associated with internal combustion engine vehicles, the rise of electric vehicles (EVs) and other electric-powered machinery has created new opportunities for impact socket manufacturers. For instance, according to the IEA, more than 2.3 million electric cars were sold in the first quarter of 2023, which is 25% more than in the same period last year. While EVs have fewer moving parts than traditional vehicles, they still require regular maintenance, including work on suspension components, battery systems, drivetrain components, etc., all of which require impact sockets for assembly and disassembly. Besides this, the development of wind turbines and solar panels also contributes to the demand for impact sockets. For instance, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), wind power generation reached over 2,100 TWh in 2022. However, the average annual generation growth rate needs to increase to almost 17% to keep up with the Net Zero Emissions Scenario by 2050, which calls for the generation of over 7,400 TWh of wind electricity in 2030. Consequently, the inflating need for renewable energy technologies will drive the adoption of impact sockets in the coming years.
Growing Focus on Sustainability
Sustainability has become a key consideration for businesses and consumers alike, leading to the growing demand for product variants that are environmentally friendly and sustainable. In the context of impact sockets, sustainability can encompass various aspects, including the materials used in manufacturing, the durability and longevity of the product, and the overall environmental impact of production. Moreover, impact socket manufacturers are also focusing on energy-efficient manufacturing processes to reduce their carbon footprints. They include using energy-efficient equipment and optimizing production processes to minimize energy consumption. For instance, Futina, a manufacturer of switches and sockets, focuses on the development of energy saving features in their product line. It incorporates various technologies, including automatic shut-off switches, motion sensors, and dimming capabilities. These technologies aim to optimize energy consumption, thereby reducing electricity usage and carbon footprints.
Global Impact Socket Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the global, regional, and country levels for 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on type, size, distribution channel, and application.
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The market research report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the key players in the market include:
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Table of Contents
1 Preface
2 Scope and Methodology
- 2.1 Objectives of the Study
- 2.2 Stakeholders
- 2.3 Data Sources
- 2.3.1 Primary Sources
- 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
- 2.4 Market Estimation
- 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
- 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
3 Executive Summary
4 Introduction
5 Global Impact Socket Market
6 Market Breakup by Type
7 Market Breakup by Size
8 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
9 Market Breakup by Application
10 Market Breakup by Region
11 SWOT Analysis
12 Value Chain Analysis
13 Porters Five Forces Analysis
14 Price Analysis
15 Competitive Landscape
List of Figures
- Figure 1: Global: Impact Socket Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
- Figure 2: Global: Impact Socket Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018-2023
- Figure 3: Global: Impact Socket Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 4: Global: Impact Socket Market: Breakup by Type (in %), 2023
- Figure 5: Global: Impact Socket Market: Breakup by Size (in %), 2023
- Figure 6: Global: Impact Socket Market: Breakup by Distribution Channel (in %), 2023
- Figure 7: Global: Impact Socket Market: Breakup by Application (in %), 2023
- Figure 8: Global: Impact Socket Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2023
- Figure 9: Global: Impact Socket (Hex Sockets) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 10: Global: Impact Socket (Hex Sockets) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 11: Global: Impact Socket (In-Hex Sockets) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 12: Global: Impact Socket (In-Hex Sockets) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
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