Airflow and Zone Control Equipment Market Report 2025

The airflow and zone control equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.59 billion in 2024 to $6.11 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%. During the historic period, growth was driven by expanding construction activities, accelerating urbanization, a stronger focus on sustainable building practices, rising demand for energy-efficient structures, and heightened attention to indoor air quality.

The airflow and zone control equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.61 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. In the forecast period, growth is expected to be driven by higher demand for energy-efficient solutions, wider adoption of smart building technologies, stricter government regulations on energy conservation, an increase in retrofit and upgrade projects, and greater awareness of indoor air quality. Key trends during this period include innovations in smart building systems, the integration of airflow and zone control with building automation platforms, advancements in real-time monitoring technologies, improvements in demand-controlled ventilation, and the development of sensor-based automation solutions.

The growing demand for smart building solutions is set to boost the airflow and zone control equipment market. Smart building solutions, which use technologies such as sensors, automation, and data analytics, work to optimize building operations, including energy management, airflow, lighting, and security. This demand is primarily fueled by the rising need for increased energy efficiency, as these solutions help to reduce energy use, cut costs, and support sustainability. Airflow and zone control equipment play a crucial role within these systems by enabling precise management of temperature and ventilation, which is especially beneficial in buildings with multiple zones. These systems automatically adjust airflow depending on occupancy and environmental conditions, leading to improved comfort and lower operational costs. As an illustration, data from Ireland’s Central Statistics Office reveals that in 2024, 30% of internet users in households adopted smart solutions, up from 17% in 2022. This increasing adoption of smart building technologies is a key factor driving the airflow and zone control equipment market growth.

Leading companies in the airflow and zone control equipment sector are innovating by developing plug-and-play zoning systems to simplify setup and boost energy efficiency, comfort, and HVAC integration. Plug-and-play zoning systems are pre-assembled HVAC solutions that offer fast installation and deliver accurate temperature control across multiple building zones, which helps improve energy efficiency and reduce operational costs. For example, in February 2023, Airzone, a provider of HVAC control systems based in Spain, introduced the Easyzone. This plug-and-play zoning solution is designed to optimize airflow and enhance indoor air quality for various HVAC systems used in both residential and commercial settings. The equipment incorporates precision zoning and customizable controls, enabling optimization of environmental conditions, increased energy efficiency, and better indoor comfort and air quality. Easyzone is versatile, allowing for seamless integration with a diverse array of HVAC systems to ensure precise control and efficient airflow management, which benefits both energy use and indoor comfort across different environments.

In January 2025, Spectron Gas Control Systems GmbH, a German manufacturer specializing in gas control equipment, acquired the Switzerland-based H. Lüdi + Co AG. This strategic acquisition was aimed at expanding Spectron’s portfolio in laboratory and cleanroom solutions, strengthening its position in the market for gas systems and laboratory installations, and more effectively serving customers seeking integrated solutions for energy, airflow, and gas control. H. Lüdi + Co AG is recognized for its specialization in airflow and zone control equipment designed for laboratory and cleanroom applications.

Major players in the airflow and zone control equipment market are Siemens AG, Hitachi Ltd., Panasonic Holdings Corporation, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Daikin Industries Ltd., Carrier Global Corporation, Trane Technologies plc, Danfoss A/S, Greenheck Fan Corporation, Blue Star Limited, Zehnder Group International AG, Broan-NuTone LLC, CAREL Industries S.p.A, Aldes Groupe, KMC Controls Inc., EBTRON Inc., Zonefirst, Zonex Systems, Arzel Zoning Technology Inc., ACD Machine Control Company Private Limited.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the airflow and zone control equipment market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in airflow and zone control equipment report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the airflow and zone control equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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.

The swift increase in U.S. tariffs and the ensuing trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly affecting the machinery sector by increasing costs for steel, hydraulic systems, and precision bearings critical components often imported from tariff-affected regions. Manufacturers of construction, agricultural, and industrial machinery now face squeezed margins, as many long-term contracts prevent immediate price adjustments. The uncertainty has also delayed investment in automation and smart machinery technologies, slowing productivity gains. To adapt, firms are accelerating local supplier development, redesigning products to use alternative materials, and leveraging predictive maintenance to extend equipment lifespans amid higher replacement costs.

Airflow and zone control equipment encompasses devices and systems designed to manage, direct, and balance air circulation within HVAC systems across different areas of a building. These solutions enhance indoor comfort and air quality by maintaining targeted temperature, humidity, and ventilation levels in specific zones while improving energy efficiency by avoiding unnecessary conditioning of unoccupied spaces.

The main types of airflow and zone control products include variable air volume (VAV) systems, constant air volume (CAV) systems, dampers, actuators, controllers, thermostats, and valves. VAV systems adjust the volume of conditioned air delivered to different zones to optimize comfort and energy use and can function either manually or automatically. These products are distributed through online platforms, retail and wholesale stores, and other channels, serving applications in commercial, residential, and industrial environments. Primary users include HVAC contractors, building owners, facility managers, and system integrators.

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The airflow and zone control equipment market consists of sales of diffusers and grilles, plenums and duct silencers, inline fans, centrifugal blowers, exhaust fans, building management system interfaces, communication modules, energy recovery units, humidifiers and dehumidifiers, air purifiers and filtration units, and heat exchangers. 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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