PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1657097
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1657097
Welding equipment, accessories, and consumables refer to a set of products utilized in the welding process, which involves fabricating metals by joining two pieces together using heat. Instruments like welding goggles, welding helmets, welding glass, welding spray, and welding positioners are employed in this process.
The main technologies utilized in the welding equipment, accessories, and consumables market are arc welding and oxy-fuel welding. Arc welding employs an electric arc to create heat for melting and joining metals, and in consumables, it not only acts as a filler during heating but also stabilizes the flame. Various types of equipment include welding electrodes, filler metals, and oxy-fuel gas. These welding products find application in end-user industries such as automotive, building and construction, heavy engineering, railway and shipbuilding, oil and gas, among others.
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The welding equipment, accessories, and consumables market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $26.36 billion in 2024 to $28.23 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to repair and maintenance needs, promising growth inThe steel industry, increased demand from other end-use industries, automotive industry growth, rise in infrastructure development.
The welding equipment, accessories, and consumables market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $37.28 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to renewable energy projects, global construction growth, rise of electric vehicles, oil and gas industry investments, growing demand for high-performance and efficient welding solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in welding equipment and consumables technology, digitalization and automation, iot integration in welding equipment, eco-friendly welding consumables, focus on lightweight materials.
The increasing demand for the steel industry is anticipated to drive the growth of the welding equipment accessories and consumables market. The rise in demand for welded metals within the fabrication industry has led to greater utilization of welding equipment for various applications, including stick welding, tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding, and metal inert gas (MIG) welding. For example, in 2022, the World Steel Association, a Belgium-based non-profit organization, projected a 0.4% increase in steel demand, reaching 1,840.2 million metric tons. Furthermore, in 2023, this demand is expected to grow by an additional 2.2%, reaching 1,881.4 million metric tons. Consequently, the expanding demand for the steel industry is fueling the growth of the welding equipment accessories and consumables market.
The growing demand in the automotive industry is poised to be a significant factor propelling the growth of the welding equipment accessories and consumables market. The automotive industry encompasses a spectrum of activities related to the design, development, production, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles. Welding equipment accessories and consumables play a vital role in the automotive sector, offering advantages such as enhanced productivity, quality, cost-efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility. These factors contribute to the overall efficiency and competitiveness of automotive manufacturing. For instance, data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association indicates that in 2022, global motor vehicle production reached 85.4 million units, representing a substantial 5. 7% increase from 2021. Furthermore, in 2022, the automobile sector achieved approximately 78 million unit sales, marking a notable 10% increase, as reported by Brand Finance plc. Thus, the escalating demand in the automotive industry is a driving force for the growth of the welding equipment accessories and consumables market.
Major companies in the welding equipment, accessories, and consumables market are concentrating on launching portable welding machines to improve accessibility and convenience for users, enabling on-site welding applications across different industries. A portable welding machine is a compact, lightweight device designed for easy transport and operation in various locations. These machines feature auto cable calibration to ensure precise voltage readings before welding commences. The PowerLog function allows users to adjust welding current levels effortlessly during operation. For example, in March 2023, Kemppi GmbH, a Finland-based manufacturing firm, introduced the Master M 205 and Master M 323 portable welding machines. Both models include an intuitive Weld Assist that simplifies parameter settings, enabling users to select material thickness, joint type, and welding position for quick initiation of the welding process. A bright, easy-to-read 5" LCD screen enhances visibility in confined spaces, while self-charging LED work lights improve safety in low-light conditions. Additionally, both machines can operate with or without mains power, making them adaptable to various work environments.
Major companies in the welding equipment accessories and consumables market are actively focusing on innovative products, such as welding machines with management systems and connectivity, to drive revenues. These advanced systems incorporate features for monitoring, control, data collection, and remote connectivity, aiming to enhance the efficiency, quality, and productivity of welding processes. For instance, The Sukha Company, a Brazil-based manufacturer of resistance welding machines, launched a welding machine with a management system and connectivity in August 2022. The SPX spot welding machine is equipped with a management and connectivity system, offering improved control over the welding process. The medium-frequency technology enhances weld finish and reduces energy consumption, and its NR12-compliant anti-crush safety system increases available space for handling welded pieces by eliminating the need for an enclosure.
In December 2022, Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc., a US-based company in the welding and cutting industry, acquired Fori Automation Inc. for $427 million. This strategic acquisition enables Lincoln Electric to reinforce its automation growth strategy, expand its automation offerings, and better meet the evolving expectations of its diverse clientele across various end industries. Fori Automation Inc. is a US-based company specializing in the manufacturing of welding equipment accessories and consumables.
Major companies operating in the welding equipment, accessories, and consumables market include Air Liquide S. A., British Oxygen Company, Bug-O Systems Inc., Carl Cloos Schweisstechnik GmbH, Cavagna Group UK Ltd., Colfax Corporation, Daihen Corporation, GCE Holding AB, Gentec Corporation, Illinois Tool Works Inc., Kobe Steel Ltd., Koike Aronson Inc., Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc., Linde plc, Matheson Tri-Gas Inc., Elektriska Svetsnings-Aktiebolaget, Fronius International GmbH, Kemppi Oy, Obara Corporation, Panasonic Corporation, ARCON Welding Equipment LLC, Costruzioni Elettromeccaniche Annettoni S. p. A., Ewm Ag, Hyundai Welding Co. Ltd., Kjellberg Finsterwalde Plasma und Maschinen GmbH, Lorch SchweiBtechnik GmbH, Miller Electric Mfg LLC, OTC Daihen Corporation, Rofin-Sinar Technologies Inc., Soyer GmbH, Voestalpine Bohler Welding GmbH, Welding Alloys Group Ltd.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the welding equipment accessories and consumables market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the welding equipment, accessories, and consumables market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the welding equipment, accessories, and consumables market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.
The welding equipment accessories and consumables market consists of sales of gas metal arc welding, TIG welding, and stick welding. 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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