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A flowmeter is a device utilized for measuring the flow rate of liquids or gases, whether linear, nonlinear, mass, or volumetric. It is also known as a flow sensor and can be employed for measuring flow in open channels such as rivers or streams. The advantages of flowmeters include enhancing the accuracy, precision, and resolution of fluid measurements.
There are various types of flowmeters available, encompassing differential pressure flow meters, positive displacement flow meters, ultrasonic flow meters, turbine flow meters, magnetic flow meters, Coriolis flow meters, and vortex flow meters. Differential pressure flow meters function based on partially obstructing the flow in a pipe and are widely used, with estimates suggesting that at least 40% of industrial flowmeters currently in use belong to this category. Positive displacement flow meters precisely measure the volume of fluid passing through, offering options in industrial grade, brass, or all-plastic construction. Flowmeters find applications across residential, industrial, and commercial settings. They are extensively utilized across various industries, including water and wastewater management, oil and gas, chemicals, power generation, pulp and paper, and the food and beverage sectors.
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The flowmeter market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $9.95 billion in 2024 to $11.05 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.0%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in emphasis on process optimization and efficiency in industries, increased demand for measurement and monitoring of fluids, expansion of process industries such as oil & gas, chemical, and petrochemical, adoption of automation and instrumentation in industrial processes, focus on water resource management and conservation.
The flowmeter market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.62 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to demand for non-invasive and clamp-on flow measurement technologies, integration of flowmeters in iot and industry 4.0 applications, adoption of flowmeters in biopharmaceutical and life sciences industries, growth in renewable energy sources and biofuels production, investment in research and development for next-generation flow measurement. Major trends in the forecast period include ultrasonic flowmeters for non-invasive measurement, integration with industrial internet of things (iiot), advanced sensor technologies for improved accuracy, wireless and battery-powered flowmeters, focus on smart diagnostics and predictive maintenance.
An increase in pharmaceutical production is anticipated to drive the growth of the flowmeter market. A flowmeter is a device that measures the flow rate of liquids or gases, whether linear, nonlinear, mass, or volumetric. In pharmaceutical manufacturing, flowmeters are utilized to regulate highly sensitive conditions such as pressure and temperature. For example, in February 2023, BioProcess International reported that AbbVie achieved total sales of $58 billion in 2022, with Humira (adalimumab) accounting for $21.2 billion, reflecting a 2.6% increase from the previous year. Thus, the rise in pharmaceutical production is contributing to the expansion of the flowmeter market.
The growing demand for the energy sector is propelling the expansion of the flowmeter market in the future. The energy sector, also referred to as the energy industry, encompasses a wide range of activities associated with the production, generation, distribution, and consumption of energy. Flowmeters play a vital role in the energy sector by measuring and monitoring the flow of various fluids, including oil, natural gas, water, and steam. These devices provide essential data for energy production, distribution, and consumption, ensuring efficient operations while adhering to safety and environmental regulations. For instance, in September 2023, the Government Digital Service, a UK government body, reported a 3.0 GW increase in renewable energy capacity since the second quarter of 2022, with contributions of 1.2 GW from offshore wind, 1.1 GW from solar PV, and 0.7 GW from onshore wind. This represents a year-over-year rise of 5.8%. In the second quarter of 2023, renewable energy sources generated 42.1% of the total power produced, surpassing both fossil fuels at 38.8% and the same quarter's percentage from the previous year, which was 38.7%. Therefore, the increasing demand for the energy sector is driving the growth of the flowmeter market.
Product advancements represent a notable trend gaining momentum in the flowmeter market. ABB, a Switzerland-based industrial equipment company, launched CoriolisMaster and ProcessMaster flowmeters in September 2023. These flowmeters feature ProfiNet and Power Over Ethernet capabilities, enhancing efficiency, reliability, and data transfer capabilities for precise flow measurement in process industries. This exemplifies the industry's commitment to technological advancement, showcasing instruments that play a vital role in accurate flow measurement.
Major players in the flowmeter market are actively introducing innovative products such as the SONOFLOW CO.55 non-contact flow meter to enhance their profitability. The SONOFLOW CO.55, an ultrasonic clamp-on flow meter, is specifically designed for the precise and consistent detection of liquid flow rates in flexible plastic tubing. In May 2022, Sonotec GmbH, a Germany-based electronics manufacturing company, launched the SONOFLOW CO.55 non-contact flow meter. This product finds frequent utilization in bioprocessing applications such as media preparation, inoculation, bioreactor feeding, centrifugation, buffer preparation, chromatography, filtration, and tangential flow filtration.
In September 2024, Baumer, a global company based in Switzerland, acquired Manas Microsystems Pvt. Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. The goal of this acquisition is to strengthen Baumer's position in the flow measurement market by utilizing Manas Microsystems' innovative technology, established customer base, and expertise. Manas Microsystems Pvt. Ltd. is an India-based manufacturing company that produces flow meters for measuring the flow of liquids and gases. The company operates in the industrial automation and instrumentation sector, providing innovative solutions for various applications across different industries.
Major companies operating in the flowmeter market include ABB Group, Emerson Electric Co., Em-Tec GmbH, Endress+Hauser Management AG, General Electric Company (GE), Hitachi Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., Hontzsch GmbH, KROHNE Messtechnik GmbH, Siemens AG, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, VSE Volumentechnik GmbH, Keyence Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, Azbil Corporation, Badger Meter, Max Machinery Inc., Omega Engineering EMEA, Scharf Automation Pvt. Ltd., Forbes Marshall, Kral AG, Electronet Equipments Pvt Ltd., SIKA Dr. Siebert & Kuhn GmbH & Co., Sierra Instruments, Fluid Components International LLC, McCrometer Inc., KOBOLD Messring GmbH, ONICON Incorporated, Seametrics Inc., Vogtlin Instruments GmbH, Alicat Scientific
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the flowmeter market in 2024. Europe is expected to be the second largest region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the flowmeter market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.
The countries covered in the flowmeter market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and USA.
The flowmeter market consists of sales of multiphase meters, volumetric flowmeters, mass flowmeters, and others. 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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