PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1648828
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1648828
A filling machine is a type of packaging machinery designed to measure a product from a bulk source according to a predetermined value, such as the level in a container, mass, or volume. Subsequently, the machine dispenses the measured product into a box, bag, or another packaging container.
There are various types of filling machines, including rotary fillers, volumetric fillers, aseptic fillers, net weight fillers, and others. Rotary filler machines guide containers through distinct circular stations, with each station dedicated to a specific function such as filling, sealing, and capping. These machines can operate through manual, semi-automatic, and automatic processes and find applications in industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and others.
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The filling machines market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.26 billion in 2024 to $8.72 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in food and beverage processing industries, increased demand for packaged consumer goods, automation and efficiency in manufacturing processes, stringent regulations on packaging and labeling standards, expansion of pharmaceutical and personal care industries.
The filling machines market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.23 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to market growth in emerging economies and developing regions, customization and flexibility in filling equipment design, demand for eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions, expansion of e-commerce and direct-to-consumer channels, research and development in next-generation filling technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of iot and industry 4.0 technologies in filling systems, hygienic and clean-in-place (cip) design, flexible packaging solutions, aseptic filling for sensitive products, remote monitoring and troubleshooting, weight-based filling for accuracy and precision.
The increasing demand for fast food and packaged food is expected to drive the growth of the filling machines market in the coming years. Fast food and packaged food refer to food options that save time in acquisition, preparation, and provide ready-to-eat meals from grocery stores. Filling machines are utilized to dispense products into bags, pouches, or containers such as bins or bottles. For example, in August 2024, QSR, a US-based magazine, reported that Pizza Hut's U.S. division generated $5.6 billion in revenue in 2023, reflecting a slight increase from the $5.5 billion recorded in 2022. Thus, the rising demand for fast food and packaged food is propelling the growth of the hot food processing equipment market.
The expanding pharmaceutical industry is expected to be another significant contributor to the growth of the filling machines market. The pharmaceutical sector, involved in the discovery, development, and production of drugs and medicines, extensively utilizes filling machines for accurately filling containers like bottles, vials, ampoules, and syringes with various pharmaceutical products. In August 2023, the global pharmaceutical industry is projected to experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%, reaching an estimated $1.6 trillion by the year 2028, according to Evaluate Ltd., a UK-based information services provider. The increased demand in the pharmaceutical industry is poised to drive the growth of the filling machines market.
Technological advancement is a significant trend gaining traction in the filling machines market. Numerous companies in this sector are pursuing new products equipped with advanced technologies to bolster their market position. For example, in October 2024, Ispire, a US-based tobacco company, introduced a new vape filling machine aimed at transforming the cannabis production industry. The I-80 can fill and seal 4,000 vapor devices per hour, making it reported ten times faster than conventional manual methods and providing considerable cost savings, estimated at $1,000 for every 10,000 units produced. Its innovative self-sealing technology removes the need for separate capping, significantly enhancing workflow efficiency by up to 1,000% compared to manual processes. This advancement is expected to attract the attention of cannabis operators seeking to enhance their production capacity and efficiency.
Major companies in the filling machines market are actively involved in developing innovative products to meet the growing demand for filling services. One notable example is the introduction of the PET Filler platform, which allows users to easily modify, adapt, and expand their filling systems to meet evolving needs. This ensures a versatile system that remains relevant for the future. In April 2022, KHS GmbH, a US-based supplier of filling and packaging equipment for glass, PET, kegs, and cans, launched the PET Filler platform. This platform is designed to be flexible, efficient, and sustainable, consuming minimal energy and boasting nearly zero carbon emissions.
In July 2024, ProMach, a US-based manufacturing company, acquired MBF for an undisclosed amount. The purpose of ProMach's acquisition is to broaden its filling and closing capabilities within the wine and spirits industries, enhance its global presence in this sector, and offer a more comprehensive solution to customers. MBF is an Italy-based manufacturing firm that specializes in the production of bottle-filling and closing machines.
Major companies operating in the filling machines market include Krones AG, Oden Machinery, Accutek Packaging Equipment, Tetra Pak, IMA Group, Aesus Packaging Systems, PFM Packaging Machinery, Cozzoli Machine Company, Nichrome India Ltd, Arol, Sealer Sales, Barry-Wehmiller Companies, Inline Filling Systems, All-Fill Inc., Serac Group, R.A JONES, Scholle IPN, E-PAK Machinery, Sidel, APACKS, GEA Group, Haver & Boecker, Zalkin, DARA Pharma, SYSTEC, Shree Bhagwati Machtech
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the filling machines market in 2024. The regions covered in the filling machines market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa.
The countries covered in the filling machines market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and USA.
The filling machine market consists of sales of liquid bottle filling machine, digital liquid filling machine, aseptic liquid filling machine, servo based linear piston filling machine, single head piston filling machine, monoblock bottle filling and capping machine. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.