Segments - Global Sedimentation Centrifuge Market by Type (Decanter Centrifuges, Disc Stack Centrifuges, Others), By Design (Horizontal Centrifuges, Vertical Centrifuges), By Operation Mode (Batch, Continuous), By End-use (Pharmaceutical, Chemical & Petrochemical, Food & Beverage, Water & Wastewater Treatment, Metal & Mining, Others) and Region (North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2023-2030
The global Sedimentation Centrifuge market was valued at USD 2,408.6 million in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 3,114.9 million by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 3.4% during the forecast period. The sedimentation centrifuge market is expected to expand during the forecast period, due to high demand from the processing industry and wastewater treatment plants. Furthermore, rising automation and favorable government policies across the globe have raised the demand for sedimentation centrifuge.
Sedimentation centrifuges are used to separate two or more mixtures into components with various densities in these industries. A centrifuge is a scientific equipment used to separate fluids, gases, or liquids depending on their density. The separation is achieved by rapidly spinning a container containing the substances. The subsequent forces lead the heavy components to fall to the bottom of the container. Sedimentation is the process by which particles suspended in water fall out of the dispersion through the action of gravity.
An industrial centrifuge is intended to satisfy the demands of numerous applications by utilizing extreme centrifugal force created by mass rotation. It is usually used in large-scale fluid separation applications. The industrial centrifuge rotates quickly with many revolutions per minute (rpm). This rotation generates an inner centripetal force and an outward relative centrifugal force.
A sedimentation centrifuge is a bowl with no holes, unlike a filtration centrifuge. The solids accumulate around the bowl wall, due to centrifugal force, while the liquid separates from the solid. The liquid escapes through an output tunnel once it separates from the solids. There are several types of sedimentation centrifuges, including: Disc-stack Centrifuge, Decanter Centrifuge, Tubular Bowl Centrifuge, and others.
Process industries either have continuous primary manufacturing processes or do so on batches of materials. Food, drinks, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals are a few examples of process industries. Sedimentation centrifuges are used to separate two or more mixtures into components with various densities in these industries.
For instance, centrifuges are employed in the production of pure batches of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. In the biotechnology industry, centrifuges are also employed to recover cells, and valuable medicinal reactants and products. Thus, sedimentation centrifuges are being used more frequently in the processing sector. This, in turn, is fueling the market.
The treatment of wastewater has become crucial. The goal of wastewater treatment is to rid as much suspended solids as possible before the residual water, known as effluent, is released back into the environment. Government and government bodies are focused on making this water safe for consumption and the environment.
Waste water is cleaned using an industrial centrifuge before being returned to residences where it is fit for consumption. Separation of waste from drinkable water is possible through the use of centrifugation. The demand for sedimentation centrifuges is rising due to the rising demand for clean water.
Maintenance is needed for industrial centrifuges. All types of industrial centrifuges are substantial, potent devices that are built to function within specific limits. These centrifuges can function consistently and dependably for many years with proper and timely maintenance. The centrifuge can break down more frequently due to poor maintenance procedures, which can be costly while repairing and cause a delay in production. Ignoring maintenance results in high operating costs for the machine. This, in turn, is likely to restrain the market.
Industrial centrifuges have increasing applications in various industries. Currently, many developing countries around the world do not have proper wastewater management systems. For example, according to Asia Development Bank, only 10% of wastewater is treated in the Philippines. Therefore, many government policies have been implemented focusing on better wastewater management systems. This provides lucrative opportunities in the market for the use of centrifuges that are used in wastewater treatments to separate waste solid from water.
The report on the global sedimentation centrifuge market 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 |
Sedimentation Centrifuge Market – Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2015–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2030 |
Segmentation |
Type (decanter centrifuges, disc stack centrifuges, others)), Design (horizontal, vertical), Operation Mode (Batch, Continuous), End-use (food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, water & wastewater treatment, chemicals, metal and mining, others) |
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, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered |
ALFA LAVAL, ANDRITZ, Flottweg SE, GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, HAUS Centrifuge Technologies, Mitsubishi Kakoki Kaisha, Ltd., MSE Hiller, Multotec, The Weir Group PLC , Thomas Broadbent & Sons Ltd. |
Based on type, the market is divided into decanter centrifuges, disc stack centrifuges, and others. The disc stack centrifuge segment held 25.1% market share in 2021 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 2.9% during the forecast period. Disc stacks centrifuges are used for high-speed separators for liquid/liquid separations for relatively low feed concentrations and fine particles.
The others segment is expected to expand at a CAGR of 1.8% during the forecast period, due to the increasing demand for efficient separation processes. For instance, hydro cyclones aid in efficient separation processes.
In terms of design, the market is divided into horizontal and vertical. The horizontal segment held a market share of 74.7% in 2021 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 3.7%. Horizontal centrifuges are used for applications with high solid loads. Furthermore, horizontal centrifuges are easy to install and maintain with internal parts that are simple to access.
Based on operation mode, the market is divided into batch and continuous. The key factors that lead to the growth of this segment are its continuous mode while using it and the fact that they do not require a batch process that is more time consumable.
In most industries, centrifuges are used for separating and purifying highly commercial liquids. The continuous centrifuges lessen the wastage and separate a fair amount of product in less time, which increases the demand for such centrifuge. Furthermore, continuous centrifuges offer higher throughput and faster processing times compare to batch operation mode.
The continuous mode sedimentation centrifuge is often more environmentally friendly than batch processing methods. They require less energy and water to operate, resulting in lower operating costs and a reduced environmental footprint.
In terms of the end-use, the global Sedimentation Centrifuge market is fragmented into food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, water & wastewater treatment, chemicals, metal and mining, and others. The food and beverage segment held a 27.1% share of the market in 2021 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 4.2% due to the rising global demand for milk and dairy products.
Sedimentation centrifuge is commonly used in milk clarification, milk skimming, cream concentration, casein production and recovery, lactose, and whey protein processing. This processing technology is used in beverage technology, vegetable and fruit juices, tea, beer, coffee, wine, fat processing/recovery, soy milk, cocoa butter, and sugar production.
The pharmaceutical segment is projected to hold a 24.3% share of the market in 2030. The growing health concern among people is creating opportunities for the market as sedimentation centrifuges are used in the pharmaceutical industry for the production or analysis of drugs. The sedimentation centrifuge is one of the most important and widely used research techniques in the evaluation of suspensions and emulsions in biochemistry, cell, and molecular biology, and pharmacy and medicine.
The Sedimentation Centrifuge market in North America was valued at USD 620.0 million in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 820.8 million by 2030, expanding at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. North America held 25.7% of the market share in 2021, due to the increasing demand for sedimentation centrifuge for various applications.
Sedimentation centrifuge is used in many industries such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnological process. Furthermore, technological advancement in centrifuge is also a factor for the market growth, as automation reduces manual tasks and gives reliable information. According to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), more than 16,000 publicly owned wastewater treatment facilities in the US deliver water to around 74% of the US population.
Furthermore, according to Statistics Canada there are approximately 4,126 wastewater treatment plants in Canada. These plants directly or indirectly provide water to the population across the country. Therefore, it is necessary for the wastewater to go through centrifugation to remove all the solid waste particles from the water.