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変圧器モニタリングシステム市場：世界および地域別分析 - 分析と予測（2023年～2033年）

Transformer Monitoring System Market: A Global and Regional Analysis, 2023-2033
出版日: | 発行: BIS Research | ページ情報: 英文 181 Pages | 納期: 1～5営業日

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変圧器モニタリングシステム市場：世界および地域別分析 - 分析と予測（2023年～2033年）
出版日: 2024年01月09日
発行: BIS Research
ページ情報: 英文 181 Pages
納期: 1～5営業日
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  • 概要
  • 目次
概要

世界の変圧器モニタリングシステムの市場規模は現在、いくつかの極めて重要な要因と推進力によって力強い成長を遂げています。

この成長の主な触媒は、送配電網の信頼性と効率性の重視の高まりです。変圧器モニタリングシステムは、変圧器の健全性と性能に関するリアルタイムの洞察を提供し、予防的なメンテナンスを可能にし、計画外のダウンタイムのリスクを軽減することによって、重要な役割を果たしています。世界の電力需要の増加に伴い、電力会社や送電網オペレータは、インフラの回復力を強化し、運用リスクを最小限に抑え、継続的で信頼性の高い電力供給を確保するために、高度な監視ソリューションに投資しています。

変圧器モニタリングシステム市場の成長に大きく貢献しているのは、センサー技術、通信システム、データ分析における技術進歩です。変圧器にスマートセンサーと通信装置を組み込むことで、温度、油の状態、負荷などの主要パラメータの継続的な監視が可能になります。モノのインターネット（IoT）技術とクラウドベースのプラットフォームの採用により、遠隔監視と診断が容易になり、ユーティリティ企業に予知保全のための実用的な洞察を提供しています。変電所のデジタル化とスマートグリッドへの取り組みが進むにつれ、高度な変圧器モニタリングシステムソリューションへの需要がさらに高まり、よりインテリジェントで応答性の高い電力インフラに貢献しています。

さらに、送電網の信頼性と環境負荷の低減の重要性を強調する規制要件や基準も、変圧器モニタリングシステム市場の成長促進要因となっています。政府や規制機関は、変圧器を含む重要な電力資産の健全性と運用効率を確保する対策の実施を電力会社に義務付けています。こうした規制の遵守は、送電網の信頼性を高めるだけでなく、エネルギー効率や持続可能性の目標にも合致する変圧器モニタリングシステムの採用を後押ししています。電力産業がデジタル変革を遂げる中、配電網の性能と信頼性を高めることが急務となっていることから、世界の変圧器モニタリングシステム市場は持続的な成長が見込まれています。

当レポートでは、世界の変圧器モニタリングシステム市場について調査し、市場の概要とともに、用途別、タイプ別、コンポーネント別、サービス別、地域別の動向、および市場に参入する企業のプロファイルなどを提供しています。

目次

第1章 市場：業界の展望

  • 動向：現在および将来の影響評価
  • サプライチェーンの概要
  • 研究開発レビュー
  • 規制状況
  • ステークホルダーの分析
  • 主要な世界的出来事- COVID-19、ロシア/ウクライナ、中東危機の影響分析
  • 変圧器モニタリングシステム市場の主要企業による最近の動向
  • 市場力学の概要

第2章 用途

  • 用途のセグメンテーション
  • 用途の概要
  • 世界の変圧器モニタリングシステム市場- 用途別

第3章 製品

  • 製品のセグメンテーション
  • 製品概要
  • 世界の変圧器モニタリングシステム市場- タイプ別
  • 世界の変圧器モニタリングシステム市場- コンポーネント別
  • 世界の変圧器モニタリングシステム市場- サービス別

第4章 地域

  • 地域別の概要
  • 促進要因と抑制要因
  • 北米
  • 欧州
  • アジア太平洋
  • その他の地域

第5章 市場-競合情勢と企業プロファイル

  • 競合情勢
  • 企業プロファイル
    • Siemens Energy AG
    • ABB
    • GE
    • Schneider Electric
    • Eaton
    • Mistras Group
    • Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
    • Vaisala
    • Hitachi Energy Ltd.
    • KJ Dynatech Inc.
    • Maschinenfabrik Reihausen GmBH
    • Qualitrol
    • Gasera
    • Doble Engineering Company
    • Wilson Transformers
  • その他の主要な市場参入企業

第6章 成長の機会と提言

第7章 調査手法

目次
Product Code: MCE1724SA

“Transformer Monitoring System Market Surges as Power Grid Reliability Takes Center Stage.”

The global transformer monitoring market is currently witnessing robust growth, driven by several pivotal factors and driving forces. A primary catalyst for this growth is the escalating emphasis on the reliability and efficiency of power transmission and distribution networks. Transformer monitoring systems play a crucial role by providing real-time insights into the health and performance of transformers, enabling proactive maintenance, and mitigating the risk of unplanned downtime. With the global demand for electricity on the rise, utilities and power grid operators are investing in advanced monitoring solutions to bolster the resilience of their infrastructure, minimize operational risks, and ensure a continuous and reliable power supply.

Significant contributions to the growth of the transformer monitoring market come from technological advancements in sensor technologies, communication systems, and data analytics. The incorporation of smart sensors and communication devices on transformers enables continuous monitoring of key parameters such as temperature, oil condition, and load. The adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and cloud-based platforms facilitates remote monitoring and diagnostics, offering utilities actionable insights for predictive maintenance. The ongoing shift toward digital substations and the implementation of smart grid initiatives further fuel the demand for advanced transformer monitoring solutions, contributing to a more intelligent and responsive power infrastructure.

Furthermore, regulatory requirements and standards that underscore the importance of grid reliability and the reduction of environmental impact are additional drivers for the growth of the transformer monitoring market. Governments and regulatory bodies are mandating utilities to implement measures ensuring the health and operational efficiency of critical power assets, including transformers. Compliance with these regulations encourages the adoption of transformer monitoring systems, which not only enhance grid reliability but also align with energy efficiency and sustainability goals. As the power industry undergoes digital transformation, the global transformer monitoring market is anticipated to experience sustained growth, driven by the imperative to enhance the performance and reliability of power distribution networks.

Market Segmentation:

Segmentation 1: by Application

  • Distribution Transformers
  • Power Transformers
  • Others

Segmentation 2: by Type

  • Oil-Immersed
  • Cast-Resin
  • Others

Segmentation 3: by Component

  • Hardware Solutions
  • Software Solutions

Segmentation 4: by Services

  • Oil Monitoring
  • Bushing Monitoring
  • Partial Discharge Monitoring
  • OLTC Monitoring
  • Others

Segmentation 5: by Region

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Rest-of-the-World

Key Market Players and Competition Synopsis

The companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing company coverage, product portfolio, and market penetration.

Some of the prominent names established in this market are:

  • Siemens Energy AG
  • ABB
  • General Electric (GE)
  • Schneider Electric
  • Eaton
  • Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

Key Questions Answered in this Report:

  • What are the main factors driving the demand for global transformer monitoring system market?
  • What are the major patents filed by the companies active in the global transformer monitoring system market?
  • What are the strategies adopted by the key companies to gain a competitive edge in transformer monitoring system industry?
  • What is the futuristic outlook for the transformer monitoring system in terms of growth potential?
  • Which application, component, type, and services is expected to lead the market over the forecast period (2023-2033)?
  • Which region and country is expected to lead the market over the forecast period (2023-2033)?

Table of Contents

1. Markets: Industry Outlook

  • 1.1. Trends: Current and Future Impact Assessment
    • 1.1.1. Increasing focus on digitalization of utilities
    • 1.1.2. Increased investments in renewable and clean energy generation
  • 1.2. Supply Chain Overview
    • 1.2.1. Value chain Analysis
    • 1.2.2. Market Map
  • 1.3. R&D Review
    • 1.3.1. Patent Filing Trend by Country, by Company
  • 1.4. Regulatory Landscape
  • 1.5. Stakeholder Analysis
    • 1.5.1. Use case
    • 1.5.2. End User and buying criteria
  • 1.6. Impact analysis for Key Global Events-covid19, Russia/Ukraine or Middle East crisis
  • 1.7. Recent Developments by Key Players in Transformer Mointoring System Market
  • 1.8. Market Dynamics Overview
    • 1.8.1. Market Drivers
    • 1.8.2. Market Restraints
    • 1.8.3. Market Opportunities

2. Application

  • 2.1. Application Segmentation
  • 2.2. Application Summary
  • 2.3. Global Transformer Monitoring System Market - by Application
    • 2.3.1. Distribution Transformers
    • 2.3.2. Power Transformers
    • 2.3.3. Others

3. Product

  • 3.1. Product Segmentation
  • 3.2. Product Summary
  • 3.3. Global Transformer Monitoring System Market - by Type
    • 3.3.1. Oil-Immersed
    • 3.3.2. Cast-Resin
    • 3.3.3. Others
  • 3.4. Global Transformer Monitoring System Market - by Component
    • 3.4.1. Hardware Solutions
    • 3.4.2. Software Solutions
  • 3.5. Global Transformer Monitoring System Market - by Services
    • 3.5.1. Oil Monitoring
    • 3.5.2. Bushing Monitoring
    • 3.5.3. Partial Discharge Monitoring
    • 3.5.4. OLTC Monitoring
    • 3.5.5. Others

4. Region

  • 4.1. Regional Summary
    • Table: Global Transformer Monitoring System Market, By Region, ($ Million), 2022-2033
  • 4.2. Drivers and Restraints
  • 4.3. North America
    • 4.3.1. Key Market Participants in North America
    • 4.3.2. Business Drivers
    • 4.3.3. Business Challenges
    • 4.3.4. Application
      • Table: North America Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
    • 4.3.5. Product
      • Table: North America Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • Table: North America Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • Table: North America Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
    • 4.3.6. North America Transformer Monitoring System Market (by Country)
      • 4.3.6.1. U.S.
        • Table: U.S. Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: U.S. Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: U.S. Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: U.S. Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.3.6.2. Canada
        • Table: Canada Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Canada Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Canada Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Canada Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.3.6.3. Mexico
        • Table: Mexico Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Mexico Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Mexico Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Mexico Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
  • 4.4. Europe
    • 4.4.1. Key Market Participants in Europe
    • 4.4.2. Business Drivers
    • 4.4.3. Business Challenges
    • 4.4.4. Application
      • Table: Europe Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
    • 4.4.5. Product
      • Table: Europe Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • Table: Europe Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • Table: Europe Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
    • 4.4.6. Europe Transformer Monitoring System Market (by Country)
      • 4.4.6.1. Germany
        • Table: Germany Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Germany Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Germany Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Germany Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.4.6.2. France
        • Table: France Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: France Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: France Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: France Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.4.6.3. Italy
        • Table: Italy Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Italy Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Italy Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Italy Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.4.6.4. Russia
        • Table: Russia Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Russia Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Russia Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Russia Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.4.6.5. U.K.
        • Table: U.K. Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: U.K. Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: U.K. Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: U.K. Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.4.6.6. Rest-of-Europe
        • Table: Rest-of-Europe Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Rest-of-Europe Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Rest-of-Europe Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Rest-of-Europe Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
  • 4.5. Asia-Pacific
    • 4.5.1. Key Market Participants in Asia-Pacific
    • 4.5.2. Business Drivers
    • 4.5.3. Business Challenges
    • 4.5.4. Application
      • Table: Asia-Pacific Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
    • 4.5.5. Product
      • Table: Asia-Pacific Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • Table: Asia-Pacific Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • Table: Asia-Pacific Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
    • 4.5.6. Asia-Pacific Transformer Monitoring System Market (by Country)
      • 4.5.6.1. China
        • Table: China Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: China Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: China Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: China Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.5.6.2. Japan
        • Table: Japan Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Japan Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Japan Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Japan Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.5.6.3. India
        • Table: India Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: India Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: India Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: India Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.5.6.4. South Korea
        • Table: South Korea Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: South Korea Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: South Korea Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: South Korea Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.5.6.5. Rest-of-Asia-Pacific
        • Table: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
  • 4.6. Rest-of-the-World
    • 4.6.1. Key Market Participants in Rest-of-the-World
    • 4.6.2. Business Drivers
    • 4.6.3. Business Challenges
    • 4.6.4. Application
      • Table: Rest-of-the-World Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
    • 4.6.5. Product
      • Table: Rest-of-the-World Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • Table: Rest-of-the-World Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • Table: Rest-of-the-World Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
    • 4.6.6. Rest of the World Transformer Monitoring System Market (By Region)
      • 4.6.6.1. The Middle East and Africa
        • Table: The Middle East and Africa Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: The Middle East and Africa Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: The Middle East and Africa Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: The Middle East and Africa Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033
      • 4.6.6.2. South America
        • Table: South America Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Application ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: South America Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Type ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: South America Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Component ($ Million), 2022-2033
        • Table: South America Transformer Monitoring System Market, by Services ($ Million), 2022-2033

5. Markets - Competitive Landscape & Company Profiles

  • 5.1. Competitive Landscape
  • 5.2. Company Profiles
    • 5.2.1. Siemens Energy AG
      • 5.2.1.1. Overview
      • 5.2.1.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.1.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.1.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.1.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.1.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.1.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.2. ABB
      • 5.2.2.1. Overview
      • 5.2.2.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.2.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.2.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.2.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.2.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.2.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.3. GE
      • 5.2.3.1. Overview
      • 5.2.3.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.3.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.3.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.3.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.3.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.3.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.4. Schneider Electric
      • 5.2.4.1. Overview
      • 5.2.4.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.4.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.4.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.4.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.4.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.4.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.5. Eaton
      • 5.2.5.1. Overview
      • 5.2.5.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.5.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.5.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.5.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.5.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.5.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.6. Mistras Group
      • 5.2.6.1. Overview
      • 5.2.6.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.6.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.6.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.6.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.6.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.6.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.7. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
      • 5.2.7.1. Overview
      • 5.2.7.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.7.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.7.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.7.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.7.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.7.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.8. Vaisala
      • 5.2.8.1. Overview
      • 5.2.8.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.8.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.8.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.8.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.8.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.8.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.9. Hitachi Energy Ltd.
      • 5.2.9.1. Overview
      • 5.2.9.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.9.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.9.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.9.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.9.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.9.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.10. KJ Dynatech Inc.
      • 5.2.10.1. Overview
      • 5.2.10.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.10.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.10.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.10.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.10.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.10.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.11. Maschinenfabrik Reihausen GmBH
      • 5.2.11.1. Overview
      • 5.2.11.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.11.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.11.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.11.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.11.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.11.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.12. Qualitrol
      • 5.2.12.1. Overview
      • 5.2.12.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.12.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.12.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.12.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.12.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.12.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.13. Gasera
      • 5.2.13.1. Overview
      • 5.2.13.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.13.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.13.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.13.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.13.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.13.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.14. Doble Engineering Company
      • 5.2.14.1. Overview
      • 5.2.14.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.14.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.14.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.14.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.14.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.14.7. Market Share
    • 5.2.15. Wilson Transformers
      • 5.2.15.1. Overview
      • 5.2.15.2. Top Products / Product Portfolio
      • 5.2.15.3. Top Competitors
      • 5.2.15.4. Target Customers/End-Users
      • 5.2.15.5. Key Personnel
      • 5.2.15.6. Analyst View
      • 5.2.15.7. Market Share
  • 5.3. Other Key Market Participants

6. Growth Opportunities & Recommendations

7. Research Methodology