Optical Sorter Market Size, Share & Growth | Forecast [2031]

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Optical Sorter Market Size, Share & Growth | Forecast [2031]

Optical Sorter Market Size, Share & Growth | Forecast [2031]

Segments - Optical Sorter Market by Type (Hyperspectral Cameras, Combined Sorters, Near-Infrared Sorting Systems, Cameras, and Lasers), Platform (Belt, Freefall, Hybrid, and Lane), Application (Food Processing Industry, Mining Industry, and Recycling Industry), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031

Author : Raksha Sharma

Fact-checked by : Vineet Pandey

Editor : Shruti Bhat

Report Description

The global optical sorter market size was USD 2.2 Bn in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 4.1 Bn by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 7.2% during 2023–2031. The market growth is attributed to the rising adoption of automated sorting systems in the manufacturing and food processing industries for effective waste management.

Sorting products in an industrial setup is a time-consuming and horrendously slow process. An optical sorter machine identifies and detects an object’s size, color, and shape by using reflected light with specified wavelengths. Food safety and quality is an integral aspect of the food processing industry.

In food processing operations, optical sorters sort through food items to deliver a high-quality, clean, and aesthetically-pleasing end product to consumers. Optical sorters use machine learning software, lighting, color sorter technology, industrial sensors, and cameras for optimum sorting requirements with a reduction in process and delivery time. The optical sorters identify product defects, contaminants, and foreign materials in food items ranging from 0.1 mm to 100mm.

The optical sorters use specifically designed optical filters, ultraviolet, RGB, and infrared cameras to differentiate between acceptable and rejectable products. The optical sorter operator feeds in the set parameters for acceptable and rejectable products.

The sorter scans the objects for inconsistency in shape, size, and colors using sensors, cameras, and light waves. If the inconsistency is detected beyond set parameters, a high-speed injector activates and the rejectable product is removed from the stream.

Optical potato sorters and optical seed sorters are widely used optical sorters in the food industry. Optical sorters identify and detect seed defects, unwanted colors, foreign materials, and diseased seeds. Coffee-producing farmers in South American countries use optical sorters to sort out the finest quality coffee beans for the best blends. This practice helps farmers in the region to deliver demand-driven quality products while boosting coffee production potential significantly.

The COVID-19 pandemic affected the market, due to the disruptions in supply chain activities and its subsequent effects on product distribution channels. The lockdown measures in different parts of the world resulted in the temporary closure of manufacturing plants and export operations. The demand for industrial control and factory automation systems reduced significantly due to the closure of the industrial plants.

Optical Sorter Market Dynamics

Drivers

Rising awareness about adopting automation in manufacturing processes to enhance the industrial outcome is anticipated to drive the market. Integration of factory automation and industrial controls systems is imperative for manufacturers to enhance operational efficiency and maintain the quality of the final product. Optical sorters provide efficient means of sorting techniques to provide quality material for industries and consumers.

Restraints

The high cost of optical sorters is likely to hinder the market. Optical sorters comprise high-quality sensors, cameras, and supportive equipment. The hardware and software used in the optical sorter machines help the machine to function with accuracy and precision. The cost of designing the hardware and embedding the code in the hardware is high due to the requirement of skilled hardware designers and coders.

Opportunities

The development of intelligent optical sorters with the help of real-time algorithms and advanced functionalities is expected to create significant opportunities for the market. The manufacturers have successfully tested optical sorters that streamline industrial processes, enhance product quality, and improve return on investments. The latest range of optical sorters is able to maintain a high work rate at high defect loads.

Scope of the Optical Sorter Market Report

The market report includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.

Attributes	Details
Report Title	Optical Sorter Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
Base Year	2022
Historic Data	2016–2021
Forecast Period	2023–2031
Segmentation	Type (Hyperspectral Cameras, Combined Sorters, Near-Infrared Sorting Systems, Cameras, and Lasers), Platform (Belt, Freefall, Hybrid, and Lane), and Application (Food Processing Industry, Mining Industry, and Recycling Industry)
Regional Scope	Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
Report Coverage	Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Market Trends, and Revenue Forecast
Key Players Covered in the Report	Sesotec GmbH; Bühler Group; AGCO Grain and Protein; GREEFA; Hefei Meyer Optoelectronic Technology Inc.; MSS, Inc.; Key Technology; SATAKE CORPORATION; Raytec Systems Inc.; and TOMRA Systems ASA

Optical Sorter Market Segment Insights

Based on type, the optical sorter market is divided into hyperspectral cameras, combined sorters, near-infrared sorting systems, cameras, and lasers. The cameras segment is expected to expand at a significant growth rate during the projection period owing to enhanced accuracy and the ability to detect minute defects during the manufacturing processes. The camera-based optical sorters use pulsed LED technology and RGB full-color series cameras to detect minute color differences, subtle shades, and insect damage in the objects.

On the basis of platform, the global market is segregated into belt, freefall, hybrid, and lane. The freefall segment is projected to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period due to the enhanced quality of sorting operations provided by the freefall sorter. The freefall sorters are smaller in size, lower in price, and easy to maintain.

In terms of application, the optical sorter market is segmented into the food processing industry, mining industry, and recycling industry. The food processing industry segment is expected to register a robust growth rate during the forecast period owing to rising food safety and quality concerns from consumers and subsequent requirements of sorting solutions. The optical sorters minimize processing and delivery times and help in maintaining the quality of the products.

In terms of region, the global optical sorter market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America is expected to dominate the market during the projection period due to the expansion of the food and beverage processing industry in the region. The food and beverage industry focuses on food safety and quality to deliver quality products to consumers. Optical sorters help manufacturers to sort defective raw materials required for the production of food products and beverages. Optical sorters provide effective waste management practices by helping industry players to sort recyclable resources from waste material and reuse it as raw materials for the production of new products.

Segments

The optical sorter market has been segmented on the basis of

Type

Hyperspectral Cameras
Combined Sorters
Near-Infrared Sorting Systems
Cameras
Lasers

Platform

Belt
Freefall
Hybrid
Lane

Application

Food Processing Industry
Mining Industry
Recycling Industry

Region

Asia Pacific
North America
Latin America
Europe
Middle East & Africa

Key Players

Sesotec GmbH
Bühler Group
AGCO Grain and Protein
Hefei Meyer Optoelectronic Technology Inc.
MSS, Inc.
Key Technology
GREEFA
SATAKE CORPORATION
Raytec Systems Inc.
TOMRA Systems ASA

Competitive Landscape

Key players competing in the global optical sorter market are Sesotec GmbH; Bühler Group; AGCO Grain and Protein; GREEFA; Hefei Meyer Optoelectronic Technology Inc.; MSS, Inc.; Key Technology; SATAKE CORPORATION; Raytec Systems Inc.; and TOMRA Systems ASA

These companies adopted development strategies including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaboration, product launches, and production expansion to expand their consumer base worldwide. For instance,

On July 27, 2022, Belgium-based Maselis NV added a further three SORTEX H SpectraVision optical sorters to its oat mills following an initial investment in one machine at the start of the year.

On July 1, 2021, Satake introduced Beltuza Spectra, the latest optical sorter, that provides enhanced precision and accuracy to detect defective products such as tree nuts with insect damage. Beltuza Spectra utilizes visual, infrared, and X-ray data with patented AI and sorting algorithms for improving operational efficiency.

Optical Sorter Market Key Players

Table Of Content

1. Executive Summary
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Optical Sorter Market Overview
  4.1. Introduction
     4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
     4.1.2. Market Definition
  4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
     4.2.1. Industry Outlook
  4.3. Optical Sorter Market Dynamics
     4.3.1. Market Drivers
     4.3.2. Market Restraints
     4.3.3. Opportunity
     4.3.4. Market Trends
  4.4. Optical Sorter Market - Supply Chain
  4.5. Global Optical Sorter Market Forecast
     4.5.1. Optical Sorter Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
     4.5.2. Optical Sorter Market Size (000â€™ Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
     4.5.3. Optical Sorter Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Optical Sorter Market Analysis and Forecast by Types
  5.1. Market Trends
  5.2. Introduction
     5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
     5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  5.3. Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     5.3.1. Hyperspectral Cameras
     5.3.2. Combined Sorters
     5.3.3. Near-Infrared Sorting Systems
     5.3.4. Cameras
     5.3.5. Lasers
  5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Types
  5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Types
6. Global Optical Sorter Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
  6.1. Market Trends
  6.2. Introduction
     6.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
     6.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  6.3. Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     6.3.1. Food Processing Industry
     6.3.2. Mining Industry
     6.3.3. Recycling Industry
  6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
  6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Applications
7. Global Optical Sorter Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
  7.1. Market Trends
  7.2. Introduction
     7.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
     7.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
  7.3. Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
     7.3.1. North America
     7.3.2. Latin America
     7.3.3. Europe
     7.3.4. Asia Pacific
     7.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
  7.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
  7.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
  7.6. Global Optical Sorter Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
8. North America Optical Sorter Market Analysis and Forecast
  8.1. Introduction
     8.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     8.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
  8.2. North America Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     8.2.1. U.S.
     8.2.2. Canada
  8.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  8.4. North America Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     8.4.1. Hyperspectral Cameras
     8.4.2. Combined Sorters
     8.4.3. Near-Infrared Sorting Systems
     8.4.4. Cameras
     8.4.5. Lasers
  8.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
  8.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  8.7. North America Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     8.7.1. Food Processing Industry
     8.7.2. Mining Industry
     8.7.3. Recycling Industry
  8.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
  8.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  8.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     8.10.1. By Country
     8.10.2. By Product Type
     8.10.3. By Application
  8.11. North America Optical Sorter Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. Latin America Optical Sorter Market Analysis and Forecast
  9.1. Introduction
     9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     9.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
  9.2. Latin America Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
      9.2.1. Brazil
      9.2.2. Mexico
      9.2.3. Rest of Latin America
   9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  9.4. Latin America Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     9.4.1. Hyperspectral Cameras
     9.4.2. Combined Sorters
     9.4.3. Near-Infrared Sorting Systems
     9.4.4. Cameras
     9.4.5. Lasers
  9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
  9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  9.7. Latin America Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     9.7.1. Food Processing Industry
     9.7.2. Mining Industry
     9.7.3. Recycling Industry
  9.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
  9.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  9.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     9.10.1. By Country
     9.10.2. By Product Type
     9.10.3. By Application
  9.11. Latin America Optical Sorter Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Europe Optical Sorter Market Analysis and Forecast
  10.1. Introduction
     10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     10.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
  10.2. Europe Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     10.2.1. Germany
     10.2.2. France
     10.2.3. Italy
     10.2.4. U.K.
     10.2.5. Spain
     10.2.6. Russia
     10.2.7. Rest of Europe
  10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  10.4. Europe Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     10.4.1. Hyperspectral Cameras
     10.4.2. Combined Sorters
     10.4.3. Near-Infrared Sorting Systems
     10.4.4. Cameras
     10.4.5. Lasers
  10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
  10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  10.7. Europe Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     10.7.1. Food Processing Industry
     10.7.2. Mining Industry
     10.7.3. Recycling Industry
  10.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
  10.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  10.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     10.10.1. By Country
     10.10.2. By Product Type
     10.10.3. By Application
  10.11. Europe Optical Sorter Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Asia Pacific Optical Sorter Market Analysis and Forecast
  11.1. Introduction
     11.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     11.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
  11.2. Asia Pacific Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     11.2.1. China
     11.2.2. Japan
     11.2.3. South Korea
     11.2.4. India
     11.2.5. Australia
     11.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
  11.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  11.4. Asia Pacific Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     11.4.1. Hyperspectral Cameras
     11.4.2. Combined Sorters
     11.4.3. Near-Infrared Sorting Systems
     11.4.4. Cameras
     11.4.5. Lasers
  11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
  11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  11.7. Asia Pacific Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     11.7.1. Food Processing Industry
     11.7.2. Mining Industry
     11.7.3. Recycling Industry
  11.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
  11.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  11.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     11.10.1. By Country
     11.10.2. By Product Type
     11.10.3. By Application
  11.11. Asia Pacific Optical Sorter Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
12. Middle East & Africa Optical Sorter Market Analysis and Forecast
  12.1. Introduction
     12.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     12.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     12.1.3. Middle East & Africa Average Pricing Analysis
  12.2. Middle East & Africa Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     12.2.1. Saudi Arabia
     12.2.2. South Africa
     12.2.3. UAE
     12.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
  12.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  12.4. Middle East & Africa Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     12.4.1. Hyperspectral Cameras
     12.4.2. Combined Sorters
     12.4.3. Near-Infrared Sorting Systems
     12.4.4. Cameras
     12.4.5. Lasers
  12.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
  12.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  12.7. Middle East & Africa Optical Sorter Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     12.7.1. Food Processing Industry
     12.7.2. Mining Industry
     12.7.3. Recycling Industry
  12.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
  12.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  12.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     12.10.1. By Country
     12.10.2. By Product Type
     12.10.3. By Application
  12.11. Middle East & Africa Optical Sorter Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
13. Competition Landscape
  13.1. Global Optical Sorter Market: Market Share Analysis
  13.2. Optical Sorter Distributors and Customers
  13.3. Optical Sorter Market: Competitive Dashboard
  13.4. Company Profiles (Details: Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
     13.4.1. Sesotec GmbH
     13.4.2. Bühler Group
     13.4.3. AGCO Grain and Protein
     13.4.4. Hefei Meyer Optoelectronic Technology Inc.
     13.4.5. MSS, Inc.
     13.4.6. Key Technology
     13.4.7. GREEFA
     13.4.8. SATAKE CORPORATION
     13.4.9. Raytec Systems Inc.
     13.4.10. TOMRA Systems ASA