PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1650470
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1650470
Industrial insulation involves the application of insulation services to control surface temperature for personal protection, prevent corrosion of cold surfaces due to condensation, and enhance fire protection. It serves as a barrier against the progression or transmission of various forms of energy through insulated surfaces.
The primary forms of industrial insulation include pipe, blanket, board, and other variations. Pipe insulation refers to materials or combinations wrapped around a pipe to impede the flow of heat and energy. Various materials, such as mineral wool, calcium silicate, plastic foam, and others, find application in end-use industries including power, oil and gas, chemicals, petrochemicals, cement, food and beverage, among others.
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The industrial insulation market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.05 billion in 2024 to $5.45 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to energy efficiency regulations, environmental awareness, industrial growth, growth in construction activities, aging infrastructure.
The industrial insulation market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.5 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to climate change concerns, infrastructure development, globalization, rise in power generation sector, rise in urbanization. Major trends in the forecast period include eco-friendly materials, heat recovery systems, remote monitoring and maintenance, resilience to extreme conditions.
The growing demand for power and energy is anticipated to drive the growth of the industrial insulation market in the future. Energy is defined as the power integrated over time, and industrial insulation plays a crucial role by acting as a barrier to the transmission of various forms of energy through insulated surfaces. For example, in June 2023, the Energy Information Administration, a U.S.-based government agency, reported that renewable energy consumption in the United States rose to 13.2 quads in 2022, up from 12.1 quads in 2021. Therefore, the increasing power and energy requirements are propelling the industrial insulation market forward.
The upsurge in chemical production is expected to propel the industrial insulation market forward. Chemicals are substances characterized by consistent composition and specific physical and chemical properties. In chemical production, industrial insulation ensures temperature stability and minimizes energy consumption, resulting in efficient reactions, reduced heat loss, and cost savings. As an example, the Fourth Quarter Economic Report 2021 by the Chemical Industries Association (CIA), a UK-based organization representing chemical and pharmaceutical businesses, reported a 1.0% growth in chemical production in the UK in 2022, with a subsequent increase of 2.2% in 2023, and an anticipated further growth of 2.3% in 2024. Therefore, the heightened chemical production is a significant driving force behind the industrial insulation market.
A noteworthy trend in the industrial insulation sector is the emphasis on product innovation. Leading companies operating in this market are introducing novel products to address challenges such as water ingress, enhance fire safety in industrial settings, and reduce environmental impacts by conserving energy. For example, in September 2023, Denmark-based manufacturer ROCKWOOL launched ProRox insulation, a product designed to enhance industrial safety and efficiency. ProRox effectively combats water ingress, thereby mitigating corrosion under insulation (CUI) risks. Additionally, it provides superior fire resistance, especially in hydrocarbon-rich environments. ProRox's stone wool composition offers both thermal and acoustic benefits while promoting sustainability through easy installation and reusability.
Major companies in the industrial insulation market are introducing environmentally friendly insulation options like V PLUS Perform next. This advanced version is specifically designed for insulated metal panels. For instance, in December 2022, Dow Inc., a US-based material science company, launched V PLUS Perform next, an updated iteration of its V PLUS Perform polyurethane technology for insulated metal panels. This product combines energy efficiency and fire safety with sustainable materials, aligning with the EU's Green Deal objectives and addressing sustainability concerns within the construction industry. Dow incorporates bio-based and recycled feedstocks into the product, ensuring a significant portion of its production energy is derived from renewable sources.
In May 2022, Knauf Insulation, a Belgian manufacturer of insulation products and solutions provider, completed the acquisition of Gecsat, a Romanian plant, for an undisclosed sum. This strategic acquisition is expected to support Knauf Insulation's growth objectives and provide additional capacity to meet the growing demand for Knauf insulation solutions in the region. Gecsat, a mineral wool manufacturer based in Romania, operates within the industrial insulation market.
Major companies operating in the industrial insulation market include Owens Corning, Johns Manville, Rockwool International, Knauf Insulation, Saint-Gobain, Armacell, CertainTeed, Flexitallic, Morgan Advanced Materials, 3M Company, Insulcon, Thermal Ceramics, Hempel, Sika, Aspen Aerogels, A. F. M. Insulation, K-flex, Unifrax, Isolatek International, Crown Insulation, PPG Industries, GAF, C. E. Wood, EcoBatt, Superglass Insulation, Trelleborg, Dow Inc.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the industrial insulation market in 2024. The regions covered in this industrial insulation market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.
The countries covered in the industrial insulation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.
The industrial insulation market includes revenues earned by entities by maintaining process temperature to the pre-determined value. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
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.