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フリーズドライ装置市場レポート:乾燥機タイプ、運用規模、用途、地域別、2023-2028年

Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Report by Dryer Type, Scale of Operation, Application, and Region 2023-2028

出版日: | 発行: IMARC | ページ情報: 英文 138 Pages | 納期: 2~3営業日

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フリーズドライ装置市場レポート:乾燥機タイプ、運用規模、用途、地域別、2023-2028年
出版日: 2023年11月02日
発行: IMARC
ページ情報: 英文 138 Pages
納期: 2~3営業日
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概要

概要

世界のフリーズドライ装置市場規模は2022年に21億米ドルに達しました。今後、IMARC Groupは、市場は2028年までに33億米ドルに達し、2022年から2028年の間に7.8%の成長率(CAGR)を示すと予測しています。製薬業界における製品需要の増加、加工食品や簡便食品の消費の増加、主要企業による継続的な技術進歩は、市場を推進している主な要因の一部です。

フリーズドライ装置は、製品を凍結させ、周囲の圧力を下げ、材料中の凍った水分を固体状態から気体状態に移行させることにより、腐敗しやすい材料を脱水する高度な技術です。このプロセスは一般的に、食品、医薬品、その他の生物学的製品を保存するために採用され、風味、食感、栄養成分などの元の形状や特性を維持することを可能にします。装置は、真空チャンバー、材料を保持するための棚、および冷凍システムで構成されています。凍結、一次乾燥、二次乾燥の3段階を行うように設計されています。低温・高圧で作動するフリーズドライ装置は、揮発性成分や敏感な化合物の損失を最小限に抑えながら水分を効果的に除去するため、保存期間の延長や保管・輸送の簡素化に貢献します。その結果、フリーズドライ装置は、食品加工から科学研究に至るまで、様々な産業において不可欠な資産として絶大な支持を得ています。

医療移植分野における臓器保存のニーズの高まりは、予測期間中のフリーズドライ装置市場の成長を刺激すると思われます。凍結乾燥は、臓器や組織を長期保存するための実行可能な方法を提供するため、移植処置のためのより良いマッチングとスケジューリングが可能になります。さらに、健康上の利点がある食品由来の製品を扱う栄養補助食品分野の著しい成長が、市場成長にプラスの影響を与えています。凍結乾燥により、これらの製品は保存期間を延ばしながら栄養の完全性を保つことができます。さらに、バイオバンクの出現、すなわち将来の研究のための生物学的サンプルの保存は、市場拡大の新たな道を提供しています。多くの研究機関やヘルスケア施設では、生物学的試料の長期保存にフリーズドライを採用するケースが増えており、科学研究や医療診断が促進されています。さらに、研究開発(R&D)活動における政府の取り組みと資金援助が市場成長の原動力となっています。特に、フリーズドライ装置を必要とする研究プロジェクトに対する国からの助成金や補助金は、研究機関の財政負担を軽減し、製品の採用率をさらに加速させています。このほか、消費者の間で製品の品質と安全性に対する意識が高まっていることから、企業はフリーズドライのような優れた保存技術を活用する必要に迫られており、市場の成長を後押ししています。

フリーズドライ装置の市場動向と促進要因:

製薬業界における需要の高まり

製薬業界では、ワクチン、血液製剤、抗生物質などの機密性の高い生物学的物質を保存するニーズが高まっており、これがフリーズドライ装置市場の主な促進要因となっています。凍結乾燥は、特に冷蔵のような従来の方法では有効性や保存期間が損なわれる可能性がある場合に、これらの重要な物質の安定性と寿命を保証します。この技術は、温度に敏感で、急速に劣化しやすい製品にとって特に重要です。慢性疾患の増加、人口の高齢化、個別化医療への関心の高まりは、効率的な保存技術が不可欠な環境を作り出しています。製薬業界では、製品の安全性と品質に対する規制要件が厳しいため、高度なフリーズドライ装置の使用がさらに必要とされています。製薬会社が研究開発(R&D)活動を拡大し、新しい生物学的医薬品が市場に参入するにつれて、信頼性が高く効率的な凍結乾燥ソリューションの需要が世界中で高まっています。

加工食品と簡便食品の消費拡大

加工食品や簡便食品に対する消費者の嗜好の高まりも、フリーズドライ装置市場の重要な促進要因です。ライフスタイルがますます多忙になるにつれて、調理が簡単で日持ちのする食品の需要が高まっています。フリーズドライ技術は、必要な栄養素、食感、風味を犠牲にすることなく食品を保存する方法を提供します。この方法により、保存期間の延長、保存の容易さ、調理の利便性が実現し、メーカーと消費者の双方にとって非常に魅力的なものとなります。食品産業が大規模かつ継続的に成長する市場であることを考えると、食品保存のためのフリーズドライ技術の採用が増加していることは、この機器が現代の消費者ニーズを満たす上で不可欠な役割を担っていることを裏付けています。

急速な技術進歩

機器の自動化、エネルギー効率、拡張性の進歩は、さまざまな業界から多額の投資と関心を集めています。例えば、最新のフリーズドライヤーは、操作や監視プロセスを簡素化するプログラマブル・ロジック・コントローラー(PLC)やタッチスクリーン・インターフェイスを備えています。このような技術革新により、手作業の必要性が減るため、エラーのリスクが減り、全体的な効率が向上します。また、エネルギー効率の高いシステムは、長期的なコスト削減にもつながるため、運用経費の最適化を目指す企業にとって魅力的な選択肢となります。これらの進歩は、凍結乾燥プロセスの効率と信頼性を向上させ、凍結乾燥を効果的に利用できるアプリケーションの範囲を拡大し、市場の成長をさらに促進します。

本レポートで扱う主な質問

  • フリーズドライ装置の世界市場規模は?
  • 2023-2028年におけるフリーズドライ装置の世界市場予測成長率は?
  • フリーズドライ装置の世界市場を牽引する主要因は何か
  • COVID-19が世界のフリーズドライ装置市場に与えた影響は?
  • フリーズドライ装置の世界市場における運用規模別の区分は?
  • フリーズドライ装置の世界市場の用途別区分は?
  • フリーズドライ装置の世界市場における主要地域は?
  • フリーズドライ装置の世界市場における主要プレイヤー/企業は?

目次

第1章 序文

第2章 調査範囲と調査手法

  • 調査目的
  • 利害関係者
  • データソース
    • 一次情報
    • 二次情報
  • 市場推定
    • ボトムアップアプローチ
    • トップダウンアプローチ
  • 調査手法

第3章 エグゼクティブサマリー

第4章 イントロダクション

  • 概要
  • 主要産業動向

第5章 フリーズドライ装置の世界市場

  • 市場概要
  • 市場実績
  • COVID-19の影響
  • 市場予測

第6章 市場内訳:乾燥機タイプ別

  • トレー式フリーズドライ装置
    • 市場動向
    • 市場予測
  • マニホールド式フリーズドライ装置
    • 市場動向
    • 市場予測
  • ロータリー式フリーズドライ装置
    • 市場動向
    • 市場予測

第7章 市場内訳:運用規模別

  • 産業スケールフリーズドライ装置
    • 市場動向
    • 市場予測
  • パイロットスケールフリーズドライ装置
    • 市場動向
    • 市場予測
  • ラボスケールフリーズドライ装置
    • 市場動向
    • 市場予測

第8章 市場内訳:用途別

  • 食品加工と包装
    • 市場動向
    • 市場予測
  • 医薬品・バイオテクノロジー
    • 市場動向
    • 市場予測
  • 生体医工学
    • 市場動向
    • 市場予測
  • その他
    • 市場動向
    • 市場予測

第9章 市場内訳:地域別

  • 北米
    • 米国
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • カナダ
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
  • アジア太平洋
    • 中国
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • 日本
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • インド
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • 韓国
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • オーストラリア
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • インドネシア
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • その他
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
  • 欧州
    • ドイツ
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • フランス
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • 英国
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • イタリア
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • スペイン
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • ロシア
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • その他
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
  • ラテンアメリカ
    • ブラジル
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • メキシコ
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
    • その他
      • 市場動向
      • 市場予測
  • 中東・アフリカ地域
    • 市場動向
    • 市場内訳:国別
    • 市場予測

第10章 SWOT分析

  • 概要
  • 強み
  • 弱み
  • 機会
  • 脅威

第11章 バリューチェーン分析

第12章 ポーターのファイブフォース分析

  • 概要
  • 買い手の交渉力
  • 供給企業の交渉力
  • 競合の程度
  • 新規参入業者の脅威
  • 代替品の脅威

第13章 価格分析

第14章 競合情勢

  • 市場構造
  • 主要企業
  • 主要企業のプロファイル
    • Azbil Corporation
    • Cuddon Freeze Dry
    • GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft
    • Harvest Right, LLC
    • HOF Sonderanlagenbau GmbH
    • Labconco Corporation
    • Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH
    • Millrock Technology Inc.
    • OPTIMA packaging group GmbH
    • Shanghai Tofflon Science and Technology Co. Ltd.
    • Thermo Fisher Scientific
図表

List of Figures

  • Figure 1: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
  • Figure 2: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Billion US$), 2017-2022
  • Figure 3: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Billion US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 4: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Breakup by Dryer Type (in %), 2022
  • Figure 5: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Breakup by Scale of Operation (in %), 2022
  • Figure 6: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Breakup by Application (in %), 2022
  • Figure 7: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2022
  • Figure 8: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Tray Style Freeze Dryers) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 9: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Tray Style Freeze Dryers) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 10: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Manifold Freeze Dryers) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 11: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Manifold Freeze Dryers) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 12: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Rotary Freeze Dryers) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 13: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Rotary Freeze Dryers) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 14: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Industrial Scale Freeze Dryer) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 15: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Industrial Scale Freeze Dryer) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 16: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Pilot Scale Freeze Dryer) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 17: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Pilot Scale Freeze Dryer) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 18: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Laboratory Scale Freeze Dryer) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 19: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Laboratory Scale Freeze Dryer) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 20: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Food Processing and Packaging) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 21: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Food Processing and Packaging) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 22: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 23: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 24: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Biomedical Engineering) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 25: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Biomedical Engineering) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 26: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Other Applications) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 27: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment (Other Applications) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 28: North America: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 29: United States: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 30: United States: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 31: Canada: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 32: Canada: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 33: North America: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 34: Asia Pacific: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 35: China: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 36: China: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 37: Japan: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 38: Japan: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 39: India: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 40: India: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 41: South Korea: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 42: South Korea: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 43: Australia: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 44: Australia: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 45: Indonesia: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 46: Indonesia: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 47: Others: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 48: Others: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 49: Asia Pacific: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 50: Europe: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 51: Germany: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 52: Germany: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 53: France: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 54: France: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 55: United Kingdom: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 56: United Kingdom: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 57: Italy: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 58: Italy: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 59: Spain: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 60: Spain: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 61: Russia: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 62: Russia: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 63: Others: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 64: Others: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 65: Europe: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 66: Latin America: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 67: Brazil: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 68: Brazil: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 69: Mexico: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 70: Mexico: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 71: Others: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 72: Others: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 73: Latin America: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 74: Middle East and Africa: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2017 & 2022
  • Figure 75: Middle East and Africa: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Breakup by Country (in %), 2022
  • Figure 76: Middle East and Africa: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Figure 77: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Industry: SWOT Analysis
  • Figure 78: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Industry: Value Chain Analysis
  • Figure 79: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Industry: Porter's Five Forces Analysis

List of Tables

  • Table 1: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2022 and 2028
  • Table 2: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Breakup by Dryer Type (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Table 3: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Breakup by Scale of Operation (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Table 4: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Table 5: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (in Million US$), 2023-2028
  • Table 6: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Competitive Structure
  • Table 7: Global: Freeze-Drying Equipment Market: Key Players
目次
Product Code: SR112023A3050

Abstract

The global freeze-drying equipment market size reached US$ 2.1 Billion in 2022. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 3.3 Billion by 2028, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8% during 2022-2028. The increasing product demand in the pharmaceutical industry, rising consumption of processed and convenience foods, and continuous technological advancements by key players are some of the major factors propelling the market.

Freeze-drying equipment is an advanced technology that dehydrates perishable materials by freezing the product, reducing surrounding pressure, and then enabling the frozen water in the material to transition from a solid to a gaseous state. This process is generally employed to preserve foods, pharmaceuticals, and other biological products, allowing them to maintain their original form and characteristics, such as flavor, texture, and nutrient content. The equipment comprises a vacuum chamber, shelves for holding the material, and a refrigeration system. It is designed to perform three main phases: freezing, primary drying, and secondary drying. Operating at low temperatures and pressures, freeze-drying equipment effectively removes moisture while minimizing the loss of volatile components and sensitive compounds, thus contributing to longer shelf life and simplified storage and transportation. As a result, freeze-drying equipment has gained immense traction as an essential asset in various industries, from food processing to scientific research.

The escalating need for organ preservation in the field of medical transplantation will stimulate the growth of the freeze-drying equipment market during the forecast period. Freeze-drying provides a viable method for the long-term preservation of organs and tissues, thus enabling better matching and scheduling for transplantation procedures. Additionally, significant growth in the nutraceutical sector, which deals with products derived from food sources with extra health benefits, is positively influencing the market growth. Freeze-drying allows these products to retain their nutritional integrity while extending shelf life. Furthermore, the advent of bio-banking, or the preservation of biological samples for future research, offers a new avenue for market expansion. Many research institutions and healthcare facilities are increasingly employing freeze-drying to store biological specimens for long durations, thus facilitating scientific research and medical diagnosis. Moreover, government initiatives and funding in research and development (R&D) activities are fueling market growth. Specifically, state-sponsored grants and subsidies for research projects that require freeze-drying equipment help lower the financial burden for institutions, further accelerating product adoption rates. Besides this, the rising awareness of product quality and safety among consumers places companies under pressure to utilize superior preservation techniques like freeze-drying, thereby augmenting market growth.

Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Trends/Drivers:

Heightened Demand in the Pharmaceutical Industry

The pharmaceutical industry's escalating need for preserving sensitive biological materials, including vaccines, blood products, and antibiotics, serves as a primary driver for the freeze-drying equipment market. Freeze-drying ensures the stability and longevity of these critical substances, especially when conventional methods like refrigeration might compromise their efficacy or shelf life. This technology is particularly crucial for products that are temperature-sensitive and prone to rapid degradation. The increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, aging populations, and a rising focus on personalized medicine have created an environment where efficient preservation techniques are essential. The pharmaceutical sector's stringent regulatory requirements for product safety and quality further necessitate the use of advanced freeze-drying equipment. As pharmaceutical companies expand their research and development (R&D) activities and new biological drugs enter the market, the demand for reliable and efficient freeze-drying solutions rises worldwide.

Rising Consumption of Processed and Convenience Foods

The growing consumer preference for processed and convenience foods is another significant driver in the freeze-drying equipment market. As lifestyles become increasingly hectic, the demand for easy-to-prepare and long-lasting food options has heightened. Freeze-drying technology provides a method for preserving foods without sacrificing essential nutrients, texture, or flavor. This method allows for an extended shelf life, easy storage, and convenience in preparation, making it highly appealing to both manufacturers and consumers. Given that the food industry is a large and continuously growing market, the increasing adoption of freeze-drying technologies for food preservation underscores the equipment's indispensable role in meeting contemporary consumer needs.

Rapid Technological Advancements

Advances in automation, energy efficiency, and scalability of equipment are attracting substantial investments and interest from various industries. For instance, modern freeze-dryers are equipped with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and touch-screen interfaces that simplify the operation and monitoring processes. Such technological innovations reduce the need for manual intervention, thereby lowering the risk of error and increasing overall efficiency. Energy-efficient systems also offer cost savings in the long term, making them an attractive option for companies looking to optimize operational expenses. These advancements improve the efficiency and reliability of freeze-drying processes and expand the range of applications where freeze-drying can be effectively utilized, further fueling market growth.

Freeze-Drying Equipment Industry Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country levels from 2023-2028. Our report has categorized the market based on dryer type, scale of operation and application.

Breakup by Dryer Type:

Tray Style Freeze Dryers

Manifold Freeze Dryers

Rotary Freeze Dryers

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the dryer type. This includes tray style, manifold, and rotary freeze dryers.

Tray-style freeze dryers are predominantly used in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries due to their capacity to handle large volumes and compatibility with batch processing. These dryers come with shelves that can be either static or adjustable, allowing for the effective dehydration of materials laid out in trays. Their design is particularly suited for products that require a stable and uniform drying process, making them the go-to choice for pharmaceutical formulations and biological samples.

Manifold freeze dryers are generally utilized for small-volume applications and are highly popular in laboratories and pilot research. These dryers work by connecting multiple flasks to a single chamber, enabling the drying of various samples simultaneously. They are ideal for applications that require quick drying and are often used in academic research, small-scale production, and even food preservation on a limited scale.

Rotary freeze dryers are less common than the other types but find diverse applications in situations where the material needs to be agitated during the drying process. These dryers rotate the product container to ensure uniform drying. They are particularly useful for materials that are sensitive to heat or need to be dried without clumping. Rotary freeze dryers are often found in specialty chemical and food industries.

Breakup by Scale of Operation:

Industrial Scale Freeze Dryer

Pilot Scale Freeze Dryer

Laboratory Scale Freeze Dryer

Industrial scale freeze dryer holds the largest share in the industry

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the scale of operation has also been provided in the report. This includes industrial, pilot, and laboratory scale freeze dryers. According to the report, industrial scale freeze dryer accounted for the largest market share.

Industrial-scale freeze dryers cater to high-volume production needs prevalent in major industries like pharmaceuticals and food processing. These large-scale units are engineered to handle substantial quantities of material efficiently, providing economies of scale essential for commercial viability. As regulatory standards in sectors such as pharmaceuticals demand stringent quality and preservation methods, industrial-scale freeze dryers offer the consistency and reliability required to meet these specifications. Additionally, these dryers are often integrated into automated production lines, allowing for seamless, large-scale manufacturing and packaging operations. Their capability to operate continuously for extended periods makes them indispensable for fulfilling the ever-growing market demand.

Moreover, the long-term cost-efficiency of industrial-scale units represents another major factor supporting market growth. Although they require a significant initial investment, their lower operational costs per unit of output render them economically favorable over time. The large-scale units also come with advanced features like programmable logic controllers (PLCs), remote monitoring, and data logging, features that align well with the growing focus on data-driven manufacturing processes. The increasing adoption of Industry 4.0 practices, which favor automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies, further contributes to the dominance of industrial-scale freeze dryers in the market.

Breakup by Application:

Food Processing and Packaging

Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology

Biomedical Engineering

Others

Food processing and packaging represents the leading market segment

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application. This includes food processing and packaging, pharmaceutical and biotechnology, biomedical engineering, and others. According to the report, food processing and packaging represented the largest segment.

The main factors that are driving the growth of this segment include the ever-increasing consumer demand for convenience foods with extended shelf life and retained nutritional value. Freeze-drying meets these needs by preserving the taste, texture, and nutrients in foods, making it a preferred technology for processed foods, including fruits, vegetables, meats, and ready-to-eat meals. Furthermore, the expansion of the global food industry, fueled by rising populations and changing lifestyle patterns, necessitates robust food preservation techniques capable of sustaining large-scale production. Freeze-drying equipment is uniquely suited for this task, offering both high-volume processing capabilities and superior preservation outcomes.

Also, the equipment's effectiveness in reducing the weight of the food products, thereby facilitating easier, more cost-effective transportation and storage, is catalyzing the segment growth. This is particularly crucial for countries that rely heavily on importing foods or have extensive supply chain networks. In addition, as consumer awareness about food safety grows, regulations are becoming increasingly stringent. Freeze-drying equipment offers a method that preserves food effectively while adhering to high standards of quality and safety, thereby fostering segment growth.

Breakup by Region:

North America

United States

Canada

Asia-Pacific

China

Japan

India

South Korea

Australia

Indonesia

Others

Europe

Germany

France

United Kingdom

Italy

Spain

Russia

Others

Latin America

Brazil

Mexico

Others

Middle East and Africa

Asia Pacific leads the market, accounting for the largest freeze-drying equipment market share

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Asia Pacific was the largest market.

Asia Pacific held the biggest market share since the region is experiencing rapid industrialization and economic growth, creating fertile ground for high-tech equipment across various sectors. This includes the expanding pharmaceutical and food processing industries, both of which are significant users of freeze-drying technology. Besides this, the Asia Pacific region has a vast population, leading to a heightened demand for pharmaceuticals and processed foods. The rising need for efficient, large-scale production to meet this demand is naturally accelerating the adoption of industrial-grade freeze-drying equipment. In several Asia-Pacific countries like India and China, the expansion of healthcare infrastructure and increased investments in pharmaceutical research also stimulate market growth.

Furthermore, favorable government initiatives and policies in the region are encouraging research and manufacturing sectors to adopt advanced technologies, including freeze-drying equipment. These policies often come in the form of tax incentives, grants, and eased regulatory frameworks that support local manufacturing and research capacities. Asia Pacific is also a hub for innovation and technological advancements. The focus on research and development (R&D) in countries such as South Korea and Japan provides a steady stream of improvements in freeze-drying technologies, thereby propelling market growth in the Asia Pacific region.

Competitive Landscape:

The market is experiencing steady growth as various key players in the freeze-drying equipment market are actively engaging in research and development (R&D) to produce more efficient and versatile machines. They are focused on incorporating advanced features like automation, improved energy efficiency, and data analytics capabilities to offer added value to end-users. These companies are also expanding their global footprint through strategic partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions. For instance, collaborations with pharmaceutical and food processing companies are common to customize solutions for specific industrial needs. Furthermore, industry leaders are also investing in capacity expansion to meet the rising demand, especially in lucrative markets such as Asia Pacific. Overall, the key players are adopting multi-faceted strategies to maintain competitiveness while meeting the evolving needs of the market.

The market research report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the key players in the market include:

Azbil Corporation

Cuddon Freeze Dry

GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft

Harvest Right, LLC

HOF Sonderanlagenbau GmbH

Labconco Corporation

Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH

Millrock Technology, Inc.

OPTIMA packaging group GmbH

Shanghai Tofflon Science and Technology Co. Ltd.

Thermo Fisher Scientific

(Please note that this is only a partial list of the key players, and the complete list is provided in the report.)

Recent Developments:

In August 2023, Harvest Right, LLC introduced their newest model of home freeze dryers called the Harvest Right Pro. The Harvest Right Pro offers various benefits and advancements in freeze-drying technology, enhancing the freeze-drying process for home use.

In 2020, Azbil Corporation (Japan) announced the launch of bench-top laboratory freeze dryer-LyoQuest Arctic. This innovative bench-top laboratory freeze dryer integrates pre-freezing, primary drying and secondary drying processes avoiding the use of conventional HFC or HFO cooling gases.

Key Questions Answered in This Report

  • 1. How big is the global freeze-drying equipment market?
  • 2. What is the expected growth rate of the global freeze-drying equipment market during 2023-2028?
  • 3. What are the key factors driving the global freeze-drying equipment market?
  • 4. What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global freeze-drying equipment market?
  • 5. What is the breakup of the global freeze-drying equipment market based on the scale of operation?
  • 6. What is the breakup of the global freeze-drying equipment market based on the application?
  • 7. What are the key regions in the global freeze-drying equipment market?
  • 8. Who are the key players/companies in the global freeze-drying equipment market?

Table of Contents

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

  • 2.1 Objectives of the Study
  • 2.2 Stakeholders
  • 2.3 Data Sources
    • 2.3.1 Primary Sources
    • 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
  • 2.4 Market Estimation
    • 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
    • 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
  • 2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Introduction

  • 4.1 Overview
  • 4.2 Key Industry Trends

5 Global Freeze-Drying Equipment Market

  • 5.1 Market Overview
  • 5.2 Market Performance
  • 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
  • 5.4 Market Forecast

6 Market Breakup by Dryer Type

  • 6.1 Tray Style Freeze Dryers
    • 6.1.1 Market Trends
    • 6.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 6.2 Manifold Freeze Dryers
    • 6.2.1 Market Trends
    • 6.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 6.3 Rotary Freeze Dryers
    • 6.3.1 Market Trends
    • 6.3.2 Market Forecast

7 Market Breakup by Scale of Operation

  • 7.1 Industrial Scale Freeze Dryer
    • 7.1.1 Market Trends
    • 7.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 7.2 Pilot Scale Freeze Dryer
    • 7.2.1 Market Trends
    • 7.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 7.3 Laboratory Scale Freeze Dryer
    • 7.3.1 Market Trends
    • 7.3.2 Market Forecast

8 Market Breakup by Application

  • 8.1 Food Processing and Packaging
    • 8.1.1 Market Trends
    • 8.1.2 Market Forecast
  • 8.2 Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology
    • 8.2.1 Market Trends
    • 8.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 8.3 Biomedical Engineering
    • 8.3.1 Market Trends
    • 8.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 8.4 Others
    • 8.4.1 Market Trends
    • 8.4.2 Market Forecast

9 Market Breakup by Region

  • 9.1 North America
    • 9.1.1 United States
      • 9.1.1.1 Market Trends
      • 9.1.1.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.1.2 Canada
      • 9.1.2.1 Market Trends
      • 9.1.2.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.2 Asia Pacific
    • 9.2.1 China
      • 9.2.1.1 Market Trends
      • 9.2.1.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.2.2 Japan
      • 9.2.2.1 Market Trends
      • 9.2.2.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.2.3 India
      • 9.2.3.1 Market Trends
      • 9.2.3.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.2.4 South Korea
      • 9.2.4.1 Market Trends
      • 9.2.4.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.2.5 Australia
      • 9.2.5.1 Market Trends
      • 9.2.5.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.2.6 Indonesia
      • 9.2.6.1 Market Trends
      • 9.2.6.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.2.7 Others
      • 9.2.7.1 Market Trends
      • 9.2.7.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.3 Europe
    • 9.3.1 Germany
      • 9.3.1.1 Market Trends
      • 9.3.1.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.3.2 France
      • 9.3.2.1 Market Trends
      • 9.3.2.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.3.3 United Kingdom
      • 9.3.3.1 Market Trends
      • 9.3.3.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.3.4 Italy
      • 9.3.4.1 Market Trends
      • 9.3.4.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.3.5 Spain
      • 9.3.5.1 Market Trends
      • 9.3.5.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.3.6 Russia
      • 9.3.6.1 Market Trends
      • 9.3.6.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.3.7 Others
      • 9.3.7.1 Market Trends
      • 9.3.7.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.4 Latin America
    • 9.4.1 Brazil
      • 9.4.1.1 Market Trends
      • 9.4.1.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.4.2 Mexico
      • 9.4.2.1 Market Trends
      • 9.4.2.2 Market Forecast
    • 9.4.3 Others
      • 9.4.3.1 Market Trends
      • 9.4.3.2 Market Forecast
  • 9.5 Middle East and Africa
    • 9.5.1 Market Trends
    • 9.5.2 Market Breakup by Country
    • 9.5.3 Market Forecast

10 SWOT Analysis

  • 10.1 Overview
  • 10.2 Strengths
  • 10.3 Weaknesses
  • 10.4 Opportunities
  • 10.5 Threats

11 Value Chain Analysis

12 Porters Five Forces Analysis

  • 12.1 Overview
  • 12.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
  • 12.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
  • 12.4 Degree of Competition
  • 12.5 Threat of New Entrants
  • 12.6 Threat of Substitutes

13 Price Analysis

14 Competitive Landscape

  • 14.1 Market Structure
  • 14.2 Key Players
  • 14.3 Profiles of Key Players
    • 14.3.1 Azbil Corporation
      • 14.3.1.1 Company Overview
      • 14.3.1.2 Product Portfolio
      • 14.3.1.3 SWOT Analysis
    • 14.3.2 Cuddon Freeze Dry
      • 14.3.2.1 Company Overview
      • 14.3.2.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.3 GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft
      • 14.3.3.1 Company Overview
      • 14.3.3.2 Product Portfolio
      • 14.3.3.3 Financials
      • 14.3.3.4 SWOT Analysis
    • 14.3.4 Harvest Right, LLC
      • 14.3.4.1 Company Overview
      • 14.3.4.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.5 HOF Sonderanlagenbau GmbH
      • 14.3.5.1 Company Overview
      • 14.3.5.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.6 Labconco Corporation
      • 14.3.6.1 Company Overview
      • 14.3.6.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.7 Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH
      • 14.3.7.1 Company Overview
      • 14.3.7.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.8 Millrock Technology Inc.
      • 14.3.8.1 Company Overview
      • 14.3.8.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.9 OPTIMA packaging group GmbH
      • 14.3.9.1 Company Overview
      • 14.3.9.2 Product Portfolio
    • 14.3.10 Shanghai Tofflon Science and Technology Co. Ltd.
      • 14.3.10.1 Company Overview
      • 14.3.10.2 Product Portfolio
      • 14.3.10.3 SWOT Analysis
    • 14.3.11 Thermo Fisher Scientific
      • 14.3.11.1 Company Overview
      • 14.3.11.2 Product Portfolio
      • 14.3.11.3 Financials
      • 14.3.11.4 SWOT Analysis