Heat Treating Global Market Report 2024

The global heat treating market has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $103.95 billion in 2023 to $109.06 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the expansion of the automotive industry, growth in the aerospace sector, increased demand in construction, advancements in metallurgy, and the rise in the manufacturing of industrial machinery, along with increased utilization in the energy sector.

The global heat treating market is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $132.87 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the globalization of supply chains, the adoption of advanced materials, the demand for high-temperature alloys, the expansion of the nuclear power industry, the growing adoption of metal injection molding, the rise in electric vehicle manufacturing, and advancements in computational modeling. Major trends expected in this period include the adoption of advanced heating technologies, the integration of automation and Industry 4.0 practices, advancements in quenching and cooling technologies, research and development in novel heat treating methods, and a resurgence of investment in industrial infrastructure.

The heat-treating market is poised for substantial growth, driven by the expanding automotive sector. Heat treatment plays a crucial role in the automotive industry, where it is utilized to harden aluminum body parts and reinforce engine and drivetrain components. The increasing production of automobiles globally is anticipated to fuel a heightened demand for heat treatment. Notably, in 2022, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) reported a global production of 85.4 million motor vehicles, marking a 5.7% increase from the previous year. This trend is mirrored in India, where car manufacturing surged to 3.08 million units in 2021 compared to 2.43 million units in 2020. The robust demand from the automotive industry emerges as a key driver propelling the heat-treating market.

The heat-treating market is set to experience significant growth, attributed to the burgeoning construction industry. Within construction, heat treatment is employed to enhance the strength and durability of critical components, ensuring they withstand structural demands. Projections for the Canadian construction industry indicate an 8.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) by 2024, reaching a value of $354.9 billion USD. On a global scale, a report by Oxford Economics anticipates a 42% increase, equivalent to $4.5 trillion, in global construction output between 2020 and 2030, reaching $15.2 trillion. The escalating demand for construction activities underpins the growth of the heat-treating market.

In the heat-treating market, strategic partnerships and collaborations are emerging as key trends among major players. Companies are actively engaging in collaborative efforts to strengthen their market positions. Noteworthy collaborations include the partnership between AddUp and ECM Group, aiming to develop thermal treatment solutions for items produced through additive manufacturing. Additionally, Thermtech and Gasbarre Thermal Processing Systems joined forces to enhance capacity for heat treatment processes. These strategic alliances reflect the industry's commitment to innovation and expertise-sharing, driving advancements in heat-treating technologies.

Major companies in the heat-treating market are at the forefront of launching optimized technologies to offer sustainable and efficient alternatives for heat treatment processes. An example of this is Metso's introduction of RotarEkiln technology, an electrically powered, indirectly heated rotary kiln designed for sustainable heat treatment of advanced materials. This technology represents a green alternative to traditional fuel-powered kilns, featuring modular heating sections for precise temperature control and simplified maintenance. Metso's RotarEkiln technology exemplifies the industry's commitment to innovation, providing a customizable and environmentally friendly solution for advanced materials heat treatment.

In September 2021, Alloy Engineering, a prominent US-based manufacturer specializing in high-quality alloy equipment for the metal and mining sectors, successfully acquired Thermcraft Inc. The financial details of the transaction remain undisclosed. This strategic acquisition aligns with Alloy Engineering's broader objective of expanding its product offerings, particularly in the high-temperature product line. Thermcraft Inc., a reputable US-based manufacturer of thermal processing equipment, now becomes an integral part of Alloy Engineering's strategic plan for growth and diversification.

Major companies operating in the heat treating market report are Bluewater Thermal Solutions, American Metal Treating Inc., East-Lind Heat Treat Inc., Pacific Metallurgical Inc., Nabertherm GmbH, Unitherm Engineers Limited, Peters’ Heat Treating Inc., Shanghai University Heat-treatment Co. Ltd., Thermax Limited, Uddeholm Canada, Ajax TOCCO International Ltd., Solar Atmospheres, Metcor Inc., Specialty Steel Treating, NITREX.COM, Industrial Steel Treating Company Inc., Foresight Finishing LLC, Queen City Steel Treating Co., S.M. Engineering & Heat Treating Inc., General Metal Heat Treating Inc., Scarrott Metallurgical Company, Circle City Heat Treating Inc., Metlab Corporation, Thermotech Refractory Contractors, Superior Heat Treat LLC, Bodycote PLC, Metal Heat Co. Ltd., ONEX Corp., Paulo Thermal Processing, and Advanced Heat Treat Corp.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the heat-treating market share in 2023. The regions covered in the heat treating market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the heat treating market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary materials subjected to heat treatment are steel, cast iron, and various other material types. In steel, heat treatment improves properties like machining and formability while restoring the grain size in constructions. Different types of heat-treating equipment are employed, such as electrically heated furnaces, fuel-fired furnaces, and other specialized equipment. Various heat-treating processes, including carburizing, nitriding, hardening, tempering, normalizing, annealing, and more, contribute to the desired material properties. End-users benefiting from heat treatment encompass industries like automotive, aerospace, machinery, construction, metals, and others.

This report provides heat-treating market statistics, including heat-treating industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a heat-treating market share, detailed heat-treating market segments, market trends, and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the heat treating industry. This heat-treating market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The heat treatment market consists of revenues earned by entities by provide heat treatment products and services that are used to alter a material's physical characteristics. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The heat treatment market also includes the sales of furnaces, burners, hardening equipment, and cryostats. 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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