The global ultraviolet disinfection equipment market size was valued at USD 7.13 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.1% over the forecast period. Increasing demand for ultraviolet (UV) disinfection equipment in healthcare facilities is expected to have a positive impact on the market growth. The rising prevalence of COVID-19 cases coupled with the increasing R&D spending is expected to boost the demand for UV disinfection equipment over the forecast period. Furthermore, factors, such as disruptions across several end-use industries caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and increased concerns about germs, are expected to have a positive impact on the market growth.
UV air purification is a proven technology, and in many cases, the WHO and CDC have promoted the use of purification in laboratories, hospitals, operating rooms, and universities. In addition, UV air purifiers are recommended to improve air quality in both the residential and commercial sectors to remove particulate matter and dust, which is speculated to curb the spread of coronavirus. The novel coronavirus pandemic has put a few healthcare systems under immense pressure and stretched others beyond their capacities.
Now with the increasing cases of the disease, a lot of hospitals have started incorporating UV systems to disinfect the high-risk indoor setting, which, in turn, is expected to increase the product demand over the coming years. UV disinfection systems have minimum environmental impact compared to sodium hypochlorite and chlorine gas as UV is mostly affected by the electrical grid composition. This makes it a versatile technology.
As more and more electricity sources are becoming green, UV is expected to reduce its environmental footprint. Public health departments have recognized UV disinfection systems as an effective method of treating drinking water, reclaimed water, and wastewater. This has encouraged countries across the globe in incorporating these systems as they are safe and do not require any harmful chemicals to protect water resources and achieve sustainability goals.
The UV lamps segment led the market in 2020 with a revenue share of 36.4%. Low-pressure bulbs are mostly used in applications where the flow rates are low and exposure times can be longer. Amalgam lamps are used in commercial-type applications as they can efficiently treat microbiological contamination. Quartz sleeves are expected to last up to 8 years and are generally replaced after five years, according to the U.S. EPA wastewater technology fact sheet. Quartz sleeve fouling is usually caused because of the formation of algae, magnesium, and calcium ions, and the iron layer formed due to low maintenance of the equipment.
Reactor chambers are estimated to witness a steady CAGR of 11.4% from 2020 to 2028. Reactor chambers are usually made of stainless steel on account of high fire, heat, and corrosion resistance. These reactors are easy to install, head losses lower than 0.5 meters, and provide high flow capacity despite their smaller dimensions. Electronic ballasts comprise several electronic components acting together as a power supply. These ballasts can send an electrical current up to 50,000 pulses per second. Electronic ballasts are more efficient, lighter in weight, and smaller in size compared to magnetic ballast. They also produce less noise & heat and provide longer lamp operating life.
The others segment led the market and accounted for 41.7% of the global revenue share in 2020. Exposing the specific UV dose to the food packaging products, such as containers, boxes, lids, and foils helps decontaminate the surface of these products, thereby preventing the contact of microbes with the food products. Most of the educational facilities are in areas of high population density, and the air can be polluted by a wide range of contaminants in both indoor and outdoor spaces. As a result, a wide range of schools and educational institutions have started utilizing air purifiers, such as UV disinfection systems, to curb the spread of coronavirus and reduce indoor air pollution.
Since the onset of COVID-19, countries have witnessed an increased demand for processed fruits and vegetables, poultry, and others, wherein consumers are visiting retail stores for stockpiling these products. The risk of exposure to respiratory pathogens in a closed environment is higher than in an open environment, hence more and more retail store owners are using UV air disinfection systems. This, in turn, is estimated to boost the segment growth over the forecast period. Poor indoor air quality leads to several health problems, such as allergies and asthma, which affect both breathing and the overall well-being of humans. UV air purifiers are specially designed to use UV-C light to inactivate microorganisms and airborne pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria, and molds.
The municipal segment led the global UV disinfection equipment market in 2020 with a revenue share of 44.9% on account of the increased penetration of the technology in water & wastewater treatment plants in developed countries. Several municipal wastewater treatment plants have started adopting UV disinfection treatment solutions over conventional technologies as it is cost-effective, safe, and eco-friendly. Increasing consumer awareness regarding air pollution, coupled with the rising prevalence of airborne diseases has forced manufacturers to invest in green technologies to curb the pollution levels across the globe. As a result, manufacturers are combining technologies, such as UV disinfection, filtration, and photocatalytic purification, which can eliminate all sources of air pollution with a minimum environmental footprint.
In recent years, in developing economies, industrial activities and urbanization have led to environmental deterioration because of untreated or inadequately treated industrial wastewater effluents. As a result, the demand for UV disinfection for industrial wastewater treatment is gaining popularity as virtually all microorganisms are susceptible to chemical-free UV disinfection. The demand for UV decontamination tunnels and UV surface disinfection conveyers is increasing as they reduce microbiological contamination on the surface of food products, packaging materials, medical equipment, and pharmaceuticals. This, in turn, is estimated to boost the demand for UV disinfection equipment across industrial end-use at the fastest CAGR of 11.7% over the forecast period.
North America led the global market and accounted for a revenue share of over 32% in 2020. Increasing investments in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and automotive sectors of the U.S. and Canada are expected to play a crucial role in triggering the demand for wastewater treatment, and consequently UV disinfection equipment over the forecast period. Europe is one of the most polluted regions across the globe on account of the rising industrialization and urbanization. In addition, the developing automotive market, favorable industrial policies, and economic development in the region are some of the prominent factors that boost the product demand for air purification.
The product demand in water and wastewater treatment is estimated to witness significant growth in Australia over the forecast period. Water & wastewater recycling has become a key component of the overall municipal and industrial water management in the country. Optimization of existing recycling technologies and the development of novel recycling techniques are some of the key agendas for researchers in Australia. The rising pollution levels and increasing prevalence of airborne diseases in the U.S. have resulted in the growth of awareness among the consumers, which is augmenting the product demand for air purification. Favorable investments in the water treatment industry on a domestic level are expected to have a positive impact on the regional market over the forecast period.
Major manufacturers are increasing their focus on product innovations and technological advancements owing to the rising demand for devices equipped with UV technology amid the COVID-19 outbreak. For instance, GermFalcon is using a UV-C light system that is explicitly designed for airplanes and can disinfect a 30-row aircraft in less than three minutes. In addition, Puro is supplying UV-C light to New York City transportation services to clean subway cars and buses.
Manufacturers are also undertaking other strategies, such as mergers & acquisitions, to strengthen their foothold in the global market. For instance, in March 2018, Kuraray Co., Ltd. acquired Calgon Carbon Corp., which aided Kuraray to gain a global presence in filtration media and activated carbon market. Some prominent players in the global ultraviolet disinfection equipment market include:
Xylem
Trojan Technologies
Halma PLC
Calgon Carbon Corp.
Atlantic Ultraviolet Corp.
Evoqua Water Technologies LLC
Advanced UV, Inc.
American Ultraviolet
Atlantium Technologies Ltd.
Dr. Hönle AG
Lumalier Corp.
Xenex
ENAQUA
S.I.T.A. Srl
Hitech Ultraviolet Pvt. Ltd.
Report Attribute |
Details |
Market size value in 2021 |
USD 11.56 billion |
Revenue forecast in 2028 |
USD 8.39 billion |
Growth rate |
CAGR of 12.1% from 2020 to 2028 |
Base year for estimation |
2020 |
Historical data |
2017 - 2019 |
Forecast period |
2020 - 2028 |
Quantitative units |
Revenue in USD million/billion and CAGR from 2020 to 2028 |
Report coverage |
Revenue forecast, company ranking, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends |
Segments covered |
Component type, application, end-use, and region |
Regional scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Central & South America; Middle East & Africa |
Country Scope |
U.S.; Canada; Mexico; Germany; U.K.; France; Italy; China; India; Japan; Australia; Brazil; Argentina; South Africa; UAE |
Key companies profiled |
Xylem Inc.; Trojan Technologies; Halma PLC; Kuraray Co., Ltd; Atlantic Ultraviolet Corp.; Evoqua Water Technologies LLC; Advanced UV, Inc.; American Ultraviolet; Atlantium Technologies LTD.; Dr. Hönle AG; Lumalier Corp.; Xenex; ENAQUA; S.I.T.A. Srl; Hitech Ultraviolet Pvt. Ltd. |
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This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2017 to 2028. For the purpose of this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global ultraviolet disinfection equipment market report on the basis of component type, application, end-use, and region:
Component Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2028)
UV Lamps
Mercury
Low-pressure
Medium-pressure
Amalgam
Xenon/LED
Ballasts/Controller Units
Quartz Sleeves
Reactor Chambers
Others
Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2028)
Water & Wastewater Treatment
Air Treatment
Residential
Healthcare Facilities
Retail Shops
Offices
Hospitality
Schools & Educational Institutions
Industrial
Others
Others
End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2028)
Municipal
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2028)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
U.K.
France
Italy
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
Central & South America
Argentina
Brazil
Middle East & Africa
South Africa
UAE
b. The global ultraviolet disinfection equipment market size was estimated at USD 7.13 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach USD 11.56 billion in 2021.
b. The ultraviolet disinfection equipment market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 12.1% from 2020 to 2028 to reach USD 8.39 billion by 2028.
b. North America dominated the UV disinfection equipment market with a share of 32.2% in 2020, owing to the rising spending capability of consumers and the growing emphasis on water treatment in the region
b. Some of the key players operating in the UV disinfection equipment market include Xylem Inc., Trojan Technologies, Halma PLC, Atlantic Ultraviolet Corporation, Evoqua Water Technologies LLC, American Ultraviolet, Atlantium Technologies LTD., Hoenle AG, Lumalier Corporation, among others
b. The key factors that are driving the ultraviolet disinfection equipment market include increasing investments towards the expansion of wastewater facilities, rising prevalence of hospital infused infections, and growth in the penetration of UC disinfection equipment for water disinfection
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The ongoing pandemic and consequent protocols that have been purposed to address public health and safety concerns have led to a rise in demand for disinfectant chemicals. Companies across the globe are ramping up their production to facilitate the sudden spike in demand from healthcare organizations, food retail, municipal departments and households alike. The report will account for Covid19 as a key market contributor.
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