Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Equipment Market Report 2026

The surface mount technology (smt) equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $6.28 billion in 2025 to $6.82 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of consumer electronics manufacturing, expansion of global pcb production, demand for high-volume electronics assembly, early adoption of automated soldering systems, increasing complexity of electronic components.

The surface mount technology (smt) equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.24 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising EV electronics production, growth in industrial automation equipment, increasing adoption of smart factories, demand for high-reliability electronics in aerospace, continuous advancements in smt equipment precision. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing automation in smt assembly lines, rising adoption of high-speed pick-and-place machines, growing demand for advanced inspection and AOI systems, expansion of miniaturized and high-density pcb assemblies, increasing use of flexible and smart smt production lines.

The increasing demand for electronic devices is expected to drive the growth of the surface mount technology (SMT) equipment market. Electronic devices are products that operate on electrical energy, utilizing electronic circuits to manage currents and signals for various applications and specific functions. Advancements in semiconductor technology have led to the development of smaller, more powerful, and energy-efficient components, making electronic devices more portable and convenient. SMT equipment facilitates the precise and efficient assembly of electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs), playing a crucial role in the production of advanced electronic devices used across industries, from consumer electronics to aerospace and healthcare. For instance, in May 2023, according to the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association, a Japan-based trade association, consumer electronics production reached $204.67 million (¥32,099 million) in May 2023, representing a 127% increase compared to the previous year. As a result, the growing demand for electronic devices is driving the expansion of the SMT equipment market.

Leading companies in the SMT equipment market are innovating with intelligent, advanced process control (APC) SMT machines to improve manufacturing precision, efficiency, and reliability. These sophisticated machines integrate artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced sensor technologies to optimize component placement and soldering on PCBs. For instance, Panasonic Holdings Corporation launched its NPM-G Series SMT machines in India in September 2023. These machines excel in high-speed placement and significantly enhance throughput and productivity. Featuring advanced vision systems, the NPM-G Series ensures precise component placement, reducing errors and elevating overall product quality. Their modular design allows for easy scalability and customization to meet diverse production needs, while integration with smart factory systems provides real-time monitoring and data analytics for operational optimization.

In September 2025, Secure Semiconductor Manufacturing, LLC (SSM), a US-based provider of secure printed wiring boards and advanced electronic assembly solutions, partnered with Manncorp to enhance its manufacturing capabilities and strengthen domestic technological independence by delivering scalable, cost-effective, and secure U.S.-made electronics to the aerospace, defense, energy, and commercial sectors. Manncorp is a US-based company specializing in the manufacturing of surface mount technology (SMT) equipment and electronic assembly solutions.

Major companies operating in the surface mount technology (smt) equipment market are Panasonic Corporation, Fuji Corporation, KLA Corporation, Omron Corporation, MKS Instruments, Teradyne Inc., Nordson Corporation, Nordson Corporation, Kulicke and Soffa Industries Inc., Mycronic AB, Koh Young Technology Inc., Universal Instruments Corporation, Heller Industries Inc., Keystone Electronics, Naprotek LLC, Hitachi High-Tech India Private Limited, CyberOptics Corporation, Electronic Manufacturing Services Group Inc., SMTnet, SAKI CORPORATION, Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd.

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 have impacted the surface mount technology equipment market by increasing costs for imported machinery, electronic components, and precision manufacturing tools used in smt assembly lines. These effects are most pronounced in consumer electronics, automotive, and telecommunications manufacturing, particularly across Asia-Pacific and parts of Europe where smt production is highly concentrated. Higher capital costs have slowed equipment upgrades in some regions, while tariffs have also encouraged local manufacturing, regional sourcing, and investments in domestic smt equipment production, supporting long-term market resilience.

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Surface mount technology (SMT) is a method used to manufacture electronic circuits by directly mounting components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs). SMT equipment comprises various machines and tools essential for the assembly and production processes of these circuits. Its primary objective is to automate component placement onto PCBs, ensuring precise, efficient, and reliable manufacturing.

Key equipment in surface mount technology (SMT) includes placement equipment, inspection equipment, soldering equipment, screen printing equipment, cleaning equipment, repair equipment, and rework equipment. Placement equipment facilitates the automated and accurate positioning of components on PCBs during manufacturing. These specialized machines streamline the assembly process, ensuring speed and efficiency. Components handled by SMT equipment include both passive and active components. Services offered encompass designing, testing, prototyping, supply chain management, manufacturing, and aftermarket support. End-users of SMT equipment span various industries such as telecommunications, consumer electronics, aerospace and defense, automotive, and others.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the surface mount technology (SMT) equipment market in 2025. Europe is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the surface mount technology (smt) equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the surface mount technology (smt) equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The surface mount technology (SMT) equipment market consists of the sale of manual pick-and-place machines, semi-automatic pick-and-place machines, and automated pick-and-place advanced machines that enable higher speed, accuracy, and throughput for high-volume manufacturing. 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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