Construction Material Testing Equipment Market Report 2026

The construction material testing equipment market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $3.44 billion in 2025 to $3.6 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing demand for quality assurance in construction, reliance on standardized testing protocols, expansion of construction activities, rising use of concrete and aggregates, growth of laboratory testing infrastructure.

The construction material testing equipment market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.28 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising focus on high-strength materials, expansion of automated and digital testing solutions, increasing adoption of NDT technologies, growing regulatory emphasis on safety compliance, rising investment in infrastructure development. Major trends in the forecast period include advancement in precision testing instruments, growth in non-destructive testing adoption, expansion of automated testing solutions, increasing demand for high-strength material testing, rise in on-site portable testing equipment.

The growing expansion of the construction industry is anticipated to drive the growth of the construction material testing equipment market in the coming years. The construction industry encompasses the planning, creation, renovation, and maintenance of physical structures and infrastructure. This sector is experiencing growth due to a heightened demand for the renovation, remodeling, and retrofitting of existing buildings, along with the increasing development of single-family homes, multi-family housing units, and affordable housing projects. Construction material testing equipment is utilized in the industry to evaluate the quality, strength, and durability of materials such as concrete, asphalt, soil, and aggregates, ensuring that they meet project specifications and regulatory standards. For example, a report titled *Construction Industry Statistics (2024)* published by Upmetrics, a U.S.-based business planning software company, stated that in 2023, the U.S. construction industry was valued at $1.8 trillion, contributing 4% to the GDP, while the global construction industry was valued at $8.9 trillion, with a total worth of approximately $12.74 trillion. Additionally, the worldwide residential construction market was valued at $5.26 trillion in 2022 and is projected to grow to $8.3 trillion by 2032, with an annual growth rate of 4.8% from 2023 to 2032. Therefore, the expanding construction industry is a key factor driving the growth of the construction material testing equipment market.

Key players in the construction material testing equipment market are actively developing innovative solutions to gain a competitive advantage. One notable advancement is the development of connected CMT (construction materials testing) machines, integrating digital technology and software platforms to facilitate seamless communication and data exchange between machines and external systems. For example, in January 2024, Forney LP, a leading US-based manufacturer of construction materials testing machines, introduced Connected CMT Machines. These cutting-edge machines revolutionize the testing process by mitigating the risk of specimen misidentification and significantly enhancing efficiency and accuracy. With connected machines, technicians can expedite the loading and testing of specimens, ensuring each test is conducted on the correct specimen and date. This is made possible through advanced features such as positive specimen identification via barcode scanning and pre-test Smart Checks that validate sample data and characteristics. Integration with ForneyVault, a robust software platform, further elevates the testing process by providing comprehensive XY plot data for every test, alerts and notifications for calibration expiration and variance, and streamlined workflows for reporting and approvals. This innovative solution underscores a commitment to advancing efficiency and accuracy in construction material testing, addressing critical industry needs while enhancing overall project outcomes.

In March 2023, RMA Companies LLC, a U.S.-based provider of technology-enabled testing, inspection, and certification services, acquired PRI Group LLC for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, RMA Companies aims to expand its national presence in the Southeast and Midwest and diversify its testing, inspection, and certification (TICC) portfolio across critical infrastructure and building materials markets. PRI Group LLC, based in the U.S., specializes in waste consulting and recycling services and provides construction material testing equipment.

Major companies operating in the construction material testing equipment market are Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Qualitest International Inc., MTS Systems Corporation, Zwick Roell Group, Aimil Ltd., Instron Corporation, Tinius Olsen Testing Machine Company, Hoskin Scientific, Gilson Company Inc., CONTROLS Group, Cooper Research Technology Ltd., Testmark Laboratories Ltd., Applied Test Systems, Pavement Technology Inc., Papworths Construction Testing Equipment Pty Ltd., Giatec Scientific Inc., Olson Instruments Inc., M&L Testing Equipment Inc., ELE International Ltd., CMT Equipment Ltd., Humboldt Mfg. Co., James Instruments Inc., Matest S.p.A., Torontech Inc., Forney LP.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are impacting the construction material testing equipment market by increasing the costs of imported metals, electronic components, and precision sensors essential for manufacturing testing devices. These cost pressures are particularly significant in regions dependent on imported laboratory instruments and industrial-grade components, affecting commercial, residential, and transportation infrastructure testing. However, tariffs may support domestic manufacturing of testing systems and encourage localized production capabilities, improving supply-chain resilience.

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Construction material testing equipment encompasses a variety of tools, instruments, and machinery utilized to evaluate the physical and mechanical characteristics of materials commonly used in construction projects. These testing instruments play a crucial role in assessing the quality, strength, durability, and compliance of materials with industry standards across a range of building endeavors.

The primary categories of construction material testing equipment include soil testing equipment, aggregate testing equipment, concrete testing equipment, and others. Soil testing equipment is designed for analyzing the physical and chemical properties of soil samples, facilitating geotechnical and environmental assessments. It finds application in diverse settings, including on-site locations, R&D laboratories, and educational institutions, serving purposes such as residential, commercial, and transport projects. Various end-users, including industries such as food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, metalworking, and building and construction, utilize these testing tools.North America was the largest region in the construction material testing equipment market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the construction material testing equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the construction material testing equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The construction material testing equipment market consists of sales of non-destructive testing equipment, safety equipment, and calibration equipment. 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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