Positive displacement blowers function by entrapping a fixed amount of air or gas and forcing (displacing) that volume into the discharge pipe. They are available in various pressure ranges and flow capacities. Positive displacement blowers compress air using mechanical means and are suitable for continuous duty at constant pressure and volume applications. They find use across industries like oil & gas, mining, food & beverage, and power generation among others. Positive displacement blowers deliver air or gas at a constant mass flow over a wide range of discharge pressures regardless of inlet pressure drop or external restrictions.
The Global Positive Displacement Blowers Market is estimated to be valued at US$ 2.31 Bn in 2024 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 5.1% over the forecast period 2024 to 2031.
Key Takeaways
Key players operating in the Positive Displacement Blowers are Hitachi Ltd., Busch SE, Gardner Denver, Eurus Blowers, Howden Group, Aerzen, Tuthill Corporation, AMCL Machinery Limited, Kaeser Kompressoren, Airtech Blower Industries, Greatech Machinery Industrial Co. an Ltd. Growing industrialization and rising upstream and downstream oil & gas activities in Asia Pacific are major factors driving demand for positive displacement blowers in the region. Technological advancements like introduction of brushless DC motor technology and variable frequency drives have improved energy efficiency of blowers.
Market Trends
E-mobility growth is boosting demand for blowers in EV battery manufacturing. Blowers are extensively used to vacuum dry and cool lithium-ion batteries during production. Growing focus on renewable energy is also driving blower demand in solar and wind power industries for cooling generators and power converters.
Market Opportunities
Rising Positive Displacement Blower Market Trends from construction and mining industries offer significant growth opportunities. Large number of infrastructure projects underway globally requires use of portable blowers for applications like sandblasting and pneumatic tools. Increasing shale gas production is boosting demand for blowers in downstream natural gas industries.
Impact of COVID-19 on Positive Displacement Blowers Market Growth
The COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted the growth of the positive displacement blowers market initially. During the peak of lockdowns in 2020-2021, manufacturing activities were halted globally, disrupting supply chains. This led to reduced demand for blowers from end-use industries like mining, cement, power etc. The pandemic also restricted cross-border trade and transportation. With slowed economic activities and uncertain market conditions, investments in new blower installation projects were postponed.
However, with easing of lockdowns and vaccination drives picking up pace from late 2021, manufacturing and construction activities are gradually recovering. The demand for blowers is rising again from industries rebooting operations and expanding capacities. To make up for lost time during lockdowns, several infrastructure, renewable energy and power transmission projects that utilize blowers are fast tracking. Governments across major economies are implementing stimulus packages to accelerate industrialization. This is creating new opportunities for blower manufacturers and driving the market post-COVID. OEMs are also exploring smart manufacturing and digitization to improve resilience against future supply chain disruptions.
Region of Concentrated Value for Positive Displacement Blowers Market
The Asia Pacific region accounts for the largest share of the global positive displacement blowers market in terms of value. This is attributed to the region being a manufacturing powerhouse with a concentration of end-use industries like cement, power generation, mining etc. that extensively use blowers. China, India and Southeast Asian countries have seen rapid industrialization and infrastructure growth over the past decade. Their expanding manufacturing capacities and industrial corridors have propelled the demand for blowers from these economies. Government initiatives like Made in China 2025 and investments in renewable energy and mining sectors also support the growth of the APAC blowers market. With growing industrialization and urbanization rates, the region's share in the global positive displacement blowers market value is expected to rise further in the forecast period.
Fastest Growing Region for Positive Displacement Blowers Market
The Middle East and Africa region is poised to witness the fastest growth in the positive displacement blowers market during the forecast period. This is owing to large-scale investments and projects and economic diversification initiatives underway across many countries in the region. For instance, the economic transformation programmes of Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar are boosting investments in petrochemicals, power, mining, desalination and infrastructure development - key end-users of positive displacement blowers. Growing regional demand for natural gas and rapid expansion of the oil & gas industry also drives the blowers market. The Africa region too is witnessing rising industrial needs for blowers from increasing cement, mining and manufacturing capacities. Overall, the MEA region presents lucrative opportunities for blowers market participants in the coming years.
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