Thermal Actuators Market Report 2026

The thermal actuators market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.46 billion in 2025 to $2.61 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising demand for automation in automotive, growth of industrial manufacturing, adoption of temperature-based safety systems, development of bimetallic actuators, increasing use of household appliances with thermal regulation.

The thermal actuators market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.3 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of electric mobility, advancements in smart building technologies, integration with iot-enabled devices, rising need for energy-efficient systems, growth in aerospace and shipbuilding applications. Major trends in the forecast period include smart temperature control systems, miniaturized thermal actuators, energy-efficient actuation solutions, integration with HAVC and fluid systems, high-precision thermal management.

The expansion of the automotive industry is expected to propel the growth of the thermal actuators market going forward. The automobile industry refers to the sector involved in motor vehicle design, development, manufacturing, marketing, and selling. The automobile industry is growing rapidly due to rising consumer demand for personal mobility driven by increasing urbanization and disposable incomes. Thermal actuators are used in the automotive industry to enable precise temperature control and enhance vehicle efficiency and safety. They automate thermal management functions, reducing energy consumption and improving overall performance in modern vehicles. For instance, in March 2024, according to the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles (OICA), a France-based trade association, global motor vehicle production reached 93.54 million units in 2023, up from 84.83 million units in 2022. Therefore, the expansion of the automotive industry is driving the growth of the thermal actuators market.

Leading companies in the thermal actuators market are concentrating on creating advanced solutions like thermal management actuators to boost energy efficiency. These actuators regulate the transfer of heat or cooling within systems by converting thermal or electrical energy into mechanical motion, which adjusts parts such as valves, vents, flaps, or dampers. For example, in December 2023, Burger Group, a Germany-based actuator manufacturer, introduced a new range of electromechanical valve actuators designed specifically for the advanced thermal management needs of modern vehicles, especially electric vehicles. These actuators use electrical energy to precisely control valve movements, replacing conventional hydraulic or pneumatic systems. They provide enhanced efficiency, lower maintenance requirements, and are well-suited for applications demanding accurate and dependable thermal control.

In January 2023, TJM Electronics Ltd., a US-based electronics manufacturer, merged with ThermOmegaTech Inc. to enhance communication methods and streamline processes. This merger combines ThermOmegaTech’s expertise in mechanical design and production with TJM’s proficiency in electrical manufacturing, enabling improved efficiency and growth by optimizing systems and minimizing redundancies. ThermOmegaTech Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing highly reliable thermostatic temperature control valves and thermal actuators.

Major companies operating in the thermal actuators market are Denso Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., Schneider Electric SE, Valeo SA, Danfoss, Uponor Inc., Belimo Holding AG, Vernet Group, Senior Metal Bellows, Thermagal, Actronics Inc., Steven Engineering Inc., Caylor Industrial Sales Inc., Produal Oy, CONTROLLI S.p.A., SVF Flow Controls LLC, About Xiamen Hysen Control Technology Co. Ltd., Acrolab Ltd., Baelz North America, Fr. Sauter AG, ShanghAI Tu-poly Industrial Co. Ltd., Thermotion LLC.

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 influenced the thermal actuator market by increasing the cost of imported precision components and raw materials, impacting production timelines and pricing strategies. Automotive and industrial segments in regions like Asia-Pacific and North America are most affected due to high manufacturing dependencies. However, tariffs are encouraging local production and sourcing diversification, which could lead to more resilient supply chains and innovation in cost-efficient thermal actuator solutions.

The thermal actuators market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides thermal actuators market statistics, including thermal actuators industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a thermal actuators market share, detailed thermal actuators market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the thermal actuators industry. This thermal actuators 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.

Thermal actuators are devices sensitive to temperature changes that react by producing controlled mechanical movement. They are commonly utilized in systems that require automatic regulation based on variations in temperature, ensuring reliable and maintenance-free functionality. These actuators assist in managing processes such as fluid flow, ventilation, and thermal protection across a range of industries.

The primary categories of thermal actuators include normally closed, normally open, and reversible types. A normally closed thermal actuator remains closed in its resting state and opens only when a predetermined temperature is reached. These actuators are manufactured using a variety of materials, including plastic, metal, and composites, and feature different actuation mechanisms like electromechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic methods. They find applications in automotive, petrochemical, shipbuilding, household appliances, and other sectors.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the thermal actuators market in 2025. The regions covered in the thermal actuators market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the thermal actuators market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The thermal actuators market consists of sales of radiator valve actuators, thermal actuated shut-off valves, thermal ventilation controls, thermal switches, and thermal safety devices. 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.

This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.