Hot Runner Temperature Controller Market Report 2026

The hot runner temperature controller market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $0.77 billion in 2025 to $0.81 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of injection molding industry, demand for consistent part quality, expansion of automotive plastics, reliance on conventional controllers, industrial plastics consumption.

The hot runner temperature controller market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $0.98 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to smart factory adoption, demand for energy-efficient molding systems, growth in medical and electronics molding, integration of IoT-enabled controllers, sustainability-driven process optimization. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of multi-cavity injection molds, rising demand for precision temperature control, adoption of smart mold monitoring systems, focus on material waste reduction, expansion of high-volume plastic manufacturing.

The increasing demand in the automotive industry is expected to drive the growth of the hot runner temperature controller market in the future. The automotive industry is responsible for the design, manufacture, and sale of vehicles and their components. The rising demand in this sector is fueled by growing consumer interest in advanced technologies, such as electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous driving systems, and enhanced safety features, along with a shift toward sustainable mobility solutions. Hot runner temperature controllers play a critical role in ensuring consistent temperature regulation during the injection molding process, which enhances the quality, precision, and efficiency of automotive component production. For example, in March 2024, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association reported that global car production in 2023 reached nearly 76 million units, representing a 10.2% increase compared to the previous year. As a result, the growing demand in the automotive industry is driving the hot runner temperature controller market.

Key players in the hot runner temperature controller market are focusing on developing products with advanced features such as digital control of inputs to improve precision, increase energy efficiency, and allow for real-time monitoring to optimize performance. Digital control of inputs involves using digital signals to manage and monitor factors like temperature, pressure, or voltage within a system. This approach replaces traditional analog controls, offering greater precision, reliability, and ease of programming. For instance, in February 2024, PCS Company, a US-based plastics manufacturer, introduced the MCS hot runner temperature control systems, which incorporate cutting-edge technology. These systems offer fast control response and flexible zone control, with the ability to manage anywhere from 6 to 120 zones. They also feature Industry 4.0 capabilities, such as virtual network computing (VNC) for remote operation, along with integrated advanced diagnostics like leak and zone detection, ensuring reliable and high-performance operation.

In October 2024, Apollo Global Management Inc., a US-based asset management firm, acquired Barnes Group for $3.6 billion. This acquisition aims to accelerate Barnes Group's transformation, expand its capabilities, broaden its product portfolio, and open new avenues for growth and innovation. Barnes Group is a US-based industrial technology company that specializes in hot runner systems and temperature controllers.

Major companies operating in the hot runner temperature controller market are Gammaflux L.P., Watlow Electric Manufacturing Company, Dynisco Instruments LLC, Hotset GmbH, Delta T Systems LLC, Synventive Molding Solutions Inc. (Barnes Group Inc.), INCOE Corporation, EWIKON Heißkanalsysteme GmbH, HRSflow S.r.l., GÜNTHER Heisskanaltechnik GmbH, Mastip Technology Limited, Polyshot Corporation, Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd., Hasco Hasenclever GmbH + Co KG, Meusburger Georg GmbH & Co KG, Shanghai SURE Hot Runner Electrical Co., Ltd., Mold-Masters (a Husky company), Thermoplay S.p.A. (Barnes Group), F.I.S.A. Corporation, Seiki Corporation.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the hot runner temperature controller market in 2025. The regions covered in the hot runner temperature controller market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the hot runner temperature controller market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The hot runner temperature controller market consists of sales of temperature controllers, heating elements, digital controllers, and zone control systems. 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.

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