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2023-2028 年按乾燥機類型、營運規模、應用和地區分類的冷凍乾燥設備市場報告

Freeze-Drying Equipment Market Report by Dryer Type, Scale of Operation, Application, and Region 2023-2028
出版日期: | 出版商: IMARC | 英文 138 Pages | 商品交期: 2-3個工作天內

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2022年全球凍乾設備市場規模達21億美元。展望未來， IMARC Group預計到2028年市場規模將達到33億美元，2022-2028年複合年成長率（CAGR）為7.8%。製藥業產品需求的增加、加工食品和簡便食品消費的增加以及主要參與者的持續技術進步是推動市場的一些主要因素。

冷凍乾燥設備是將產品冷凍，降低周圍壓力，然後使物料中的冷凍水從固態轉變為氣態，對易腐爛物料進行脫水的先進技術。該過程通常用於保存食品、藥品和其他生物製品，使它們保持其原始形式和特性，例如風味、質地和營養成分。該設備包括真空室、存放材料的架子和冷凍系統。它旨在執行三個主要階段：冷凍、初級乾燥和二級乾燥。冷凍乾燥設備在低溫低壓下運行，可有效去除水分，同時最大限度地減少揮發性成分和敏感化合物的損失，有助於延長保存期限並簡化儲存和運輸。因此，冷凍乾燥設備作為從食品加工到科學研究等各行業的重要資產而受到巨大關注。

醫學移植領域對器官保存的需求不斷成長，將刺激預測期內凍乾設備市場的成長。冷凍乾燥為長期保存器官和組織提供了一種可行的方法，從而能夠更好地匹配和安排移植程序。此外，營養保健品產業的顯著成長正在對市場成長產生正面影響，該產業涉及具有額外健康益處的食品來源產品。冷凍乾燥使這些產品能夠保留其營養完整性，同時延長保存期限。此外，生物銀行的出現，或為未來研究保存生物樣本，為市場擴張提供了新的途徑。許多研究機構和醫療機構擴大採用冷凍乾燥來長期保存生物標本，從而促進科學研究和醫學診斷。此外，政府對研發（R&D）活動的​​措施和資助正在推動市場成長。具體來說，國家資助需要冷凍乾燥設備的研究計畫的補助和補貼有助於減輕機構的財務負擔，進一步加快產品的採用率。除此之外，消費者對產品品質和安全意識的不斷提高使公司面臨利用冷凍乾燥等先進保存技術的壓力，從而促進市場成長。

冷凍乾燥設備市場趨勢/促進因素：

製藥業的需求增加

製藥業對保存敏感生物材料（包括疫苗、血液製品和抗生素）的需求不斷成長，這是凍乾設備市場的主要驅動力。冷凍乾燥可確保這些關鍵物質的穩定性和壽命，特別是當冷藏等傳統方法可能會損害其功效或保存期限時。該技術對於溫度敏感且容易快速分解的產品尤其重要。慢性病的日益普及、人口老化以及對個人化醫療的日益關注，創造了一個高效的保存技術至關重要的環境。製藥業對產品安全和品質的嚴格監管要求進一步需要使用先進的冷凍乾燥設備。隨著製藥公司擴大研發 (R&D) 活動以及新的生物藥物進入市場，全球對可靠、高效的冷凍乾燥解決方案的需求不斷增加。

加工食品和簡便食品的消費量不斷增加

消費者對加工食品和簡便食品日益成長的偏好是冷凍乾燥設備市場的另一個重要驅動力。隨著生活方式變得越來越忙碌，對易於準備和持久保存的食物選擇的需求也隨之增加。冷凍乾燥技術提供了一種在不犧牲必需營養素、質地或風味的情況下保存食品的方法。這種方法可以延長保存期限、易於儲存和製備方便，對製造商和消費者都極具吸引力。鑑於食品業是一個龐大且不斷成長的市場，擴大採用冷凍乾燥技術來保存食品，凸顯了該設備在滿足當代消費者需求方面不可或缺的作用。

科技的快速進步

設備的自動化、能源效率和可擴展性方面的進步正在吸引各行業的大量投資和興趣。例如，現代冷凍乾燥機配備了可程式邏輯控制器 (PLC) 和觸控螢幕介面，可簡化操作和監控流程。此類技術創新減少了人工干預的需要，從而降低了錯誤風險並提高了整體效率。從長遠來看，節能系統還可以節省成本，對於尋求最佳化營運費用的公司來說是一個有吸引力的選擇。這些進步提高了冷凍乾燥過程的效率和可靠性，並擴大了冷凍乾燥可以有效利用的應用範圍，進一步推動了市場成長。

凍乾設備產業細分：

IMARC Group提供了每個細分市場的主要趨勢的分析，以及 2023 年至 2028 年全球、區域和國家層面的預測。我們的報告根據乾燥機類型、營運規模和應用對市場進行了分類。

按乾燥機類型分類：

托盤式冷凍乾燥機

歧管冷凍乾燥機

旋轉冷凍乾燥機

該報告根據烘乾機類型對市場進行了詳細的細分和分析。這包括托盤式、歧管式和旋轉冷凍乾燥機。

托盤式冷凍乾燥機主要用於製藥和生物技術行業，因為它們能夠處理大體積且與批量處理相容。這些烘乾機配有靜態或可調節的擱架，可對托盤中的材料進行有效脫水。它們的設計特別適合需要穩定、均勻乾燥過程的產品，使其成為藥物配方和生物樣本的首選。

歧管冷凍乾燥機通常用於小批量應用，在實驗室和試驗研究中非常受歡迎。這些乾燥機的工作原理是將多個燒瓶連接到一個腔室，從而能夠同時乾燥各種樣品。它們非常適合需要快速乾燥的應用，通常用於學術研究、小規模生產，甚至小規模的食品保存。

旋轉冷凍乾燥機比其他類型不太常見​​，但在乾燥過程中需要攪拌材料的情況下有多種應用。這些乾燥機旋轉產品容器以確保均勻乾燥。它們對於對熱敏感或需要乾燥而不結塊的材料特別有用。旋轉式冷凍乾燥機常見於特殊化學品和食品產業。

按經營規模分類：

工業規模冷凍乾燥機

中試規模冷凍乾燥機

實驗室規模冷凍乾燥機

工業規模凍乾機產業佔有率第一

報告還根據經營規模對市場進行了詳細的細分和分析。這包括工業、中試和實驗室規模的冷凍乾燥機。報告顯示，工業規模冷凍乾燥機佔最大的市場佔有率。

工業規模冷凍乾燥機可滿足製藥和食品加工等主要產業普遍存在的大量生產需求。這些大型裝置經過精心設計，可以有效地處理大量材料，從而提供商業可行性所需的規模經濟。由於製藥等行業的監管標準要求嚴格的品質和保存方法，工業規模的冷凍乾燥機可提供滿足這些規格所需的一致性和可靠性。此外，這些乾燥機通常會整合到自動化生產線中，從而實現無縫、大規模的製造和包裝作業。它們能夠長時間連續運行，這使得它們對於滿足不斷成長的市場需求不可或缺。

此外，工業規模單位的長期成本效益是支持市場成長的另一個主要因素。儘管它們需要大量的初始投資，但單位產出的營運成本較低，隨著時間的推移，它們在經濟上是有利的。這些大型裝置還配備了可程式邏輯控制器 (PLC)、遠端監控和資料記錄等先進功能，這些功能與人們對資料驅動製造流程的日益關注相契合。工業 4.0 實踐的日益普及有利於製造技術的自動化和資料交換，進一步鞏固了工業規模冷凍乾燥機在市場上的主導地位。

按應用分類：

食品加工和包裝

製藥與生物技術

生物醫學工程

其他

食品加工和包裝是領先的細分市場

該報告根據應用程式提供了詳細的市場細分和分析。這包括食品加工和包裝、製藥和生物技術、生物醫學工程等。報告稱，食品加工和包裝佔最大部分。

推動此細分市場成長的主要因素包括消費者對具有延長保存期限和保留營養價值的簡便食品的需求不斷成長。冷凍乾燥透過保留食品中的風味、質地和營養成分來滿足這些需求，使其成為加工食品（包括水果、蔬菜、肉類和即食食品）的首選技術。此外，人口成長和生活方式改變推動了全球食品工業的擴張，需要能夠維持大規模生產的強大食品保存技術。冷凍乾燥設備非常適合這項任務，提供大量處理能力和卓越的保存效果。

此外，該設備在減輕食品重量方面的有效性，從而促進更輕鬆、更具成本效益的運輸和儲存，正在促進該細分市場的成長。這對於嚴重依賴進口食品或擁有廣泛供應鏈網路的國家尤其重要。此外，隨著消費者食品安全意識的增強，監管也變得越來越嚴格。冷凍乾燥設備提供了一種有效保存食品的方法，同時遵守品質和安全標準，從而促進細分市場的成長。

按地區分類：

北美洲

美國

加拿大

亞太

中國

日本

印度

韓國

澳洲

印尼

其他

歐洲

德國

法國

英國

義大利

西班牙

俄羅斯

其他

拉丁美洲

巴西

墨西哥

其他

中東和非洲

亞太地區引領市場，佔據最大凍乾設備市場佔有率

市場研究報告還對所有主要區域市場進行了全面分析，其中包括北美（美國和加拿大）；亞太地區（中國、日本、印度、韓國、澳洲、印尼等）；歐洲（德國、法國、英國、義大利、西班牙、俄羅斯等）；拉丁美洲（巴西、墨西哥等）；以及中東和非洲。報告稱，亞太地區是最大的市場。

亞太地區擁有最大的市場佔有率，因為該地區正在經歷快速的工業化和經濟成長，為各行業的高科技設備創造了肥沃的土壤。這包括不斷擴大的製藥和食品加工業，這兩個行業都是冷凍乾燥技術的重要用戶。除此之外，亞太地區人口眾多，導致藥品和加工食品的需求增加。為了滿足這項需求，對高效、大規模生產的需求不斷成長，自然加速了工業級冷凍乾燥設備的採用。在印度和中國等幾個亞太國家，醫療保健基礎設施的擴張和醫藥研究投資的增加也刺激了市場成長。

此外，該地區有利的政府措施和政策正在鼓勵研究和製造部門採用先進技術，包括冷凍乾燥設備。這些政策通常以稅收優惠、補助金和寬鬆的監管框架的形式出現，以支持當地的製造和研究能力。亞太地區也是創新和技術進步的中心。韓國和日本等國家對研發 (R&D) 的重視為冷凍乾燥技術帶來了源源不斷的改進，從而推動了亞太地區的市場成長。

競爭格局：

隨著冷凍乾燥設備市場的各個主要參與者積極從事研發（R＆D）以生產更有效率、多功能的機器，該市場正在穩步成長。他們專注於整合自動化、提高能源效率和資料分析功能等先進功能，為最終用戶提供附加價值。這些公司還透過策略合作夥伴關係、併購和收購擴大其全球足跡。例如，與製藥和食品加工公司合作來客製化滿足特定工業需求的解決方案是很常見的。此外，行業領導者也在投資擴大產能，以滿足不斷成長的需求，特別是在亞太地區等利潤豐厚的市場。總體而言，主要參與者正在採取多方面的策略來保持競爭力，同時滿足市場不斷變化的需求。

市場研究報告對競爭格局進行了全面分析。也提供了所有主要公司的詳細資料。市場上的一些主要參與者包括：

阿自倍爾株式會社

卡登凍乾

GEA 集團股份公司

收穫權利有限責任公司

HOF 特殊建築有限公司

萊博康科公司

馬丁克里斯特格弗里特洛克農桑拉根有限公司

米爾洛克科技公司

OPTIMA 包裝Group Limited

上海東富龍科技有限公司

賽默飛世爾科技

（請注意，這只是關鍵參與者的部分列表，報告中提供了完整列表。）

最近的發展：

2023 年 8 月，Harvest Right, LLC 推出了最新型號的家用冷凍乾燥機，名為 Harvest Right Pro。 Harvest Right Pro 提供冷凍乾燥技術的各種優點和進步，增強了家庭使用的冷凍乾燥過程。

2020年，Azbil公司（日本）宣布推出桌上型實驗室冷凍乾燥機-LyoQuest Arctic。這種創新的桌上型實驗室冷凍乾燥機整合了預冷凍、初級乾燥和二級乾燥過程，避免使用傳統的 HFC 或 HFO 冷卻氣體。

本報告回答的關鍵問題

  • 全球凍乾設備市場有多大
  • 2023-2028年全球凍乾設備市場預計成長率是多少
  • 推動全球凍乾設備市場的關鍵因素有哪些
  • COVID-19 對全球凍乾設備市場有何影響
  • 根據經營規模，全球凍乾設備市場的細分如何
  • 全球凍乾設備市場按應用細分是怎樣的
  • 全球凍乾設備市場的重點區域有哪些
  • 誰是全球凍乾設備市場的主要參與者/公司

本報告回答的關鍵問題

  • 全球凍乾設備市場有多大？
  • 2023-2028年全球凍乾設備市場預期成長率為何？
  • 推動全球凍乾設備市場的關鍵因素是什麼？
  • COVID-19 對全球冷凍乾燥設備市場有何影響？
  • 根據營運規模，全球凍乾設備市場的細分如何？
  • 全球凍乾設備市場按應用分類是怎樣的？
  • 全球凍乾設備市場的重點區域有哪些？
  • 全球凍乾設備市場的主要參與者/公司有哪些？

目錄

第 1 章：前言

第 2 章：範圍與方法

  • 研究目的
  • 利害關係人
  • 資料來源
    • 主要資源
    • 二手資料
  • 市場預測
    • 自下而上的方法
    • 自上而下的方法
  • 預測方法

第 3 章：執行摘要

第 4 章：簡介

  • 概述
  • 主要行業趨勢

第 5 章：全球凍乾設備市場

  • 市場概況
  • 市場業績
  • COVID-19 的影響
  • 市場預測

第 6 章：按乾燥機類型分類的市場區隔

  • 托盤式冷凍乾燥機
    • 市場走向
    • 市場預測
  • 歧管冷凍乾燥機
    • 市場走向
    • 市場預測
  • 旋轉冷凍乾燥機
    • 市場走向
    • 市場預測

第 7 章：依經營規模分類的市場

  • 工業規模冷凍乾燥機
    • 市場走向
    • 市場預測
  • 中試規模冷凍乾燥機
    • 市場走向
    • 市場預測
  • 實驗室規模冷凍乾燥機
    • 市場走向
    • 市場預測

第 8 章：按應用分類的市場區隔

  • 食品加工和包裝
    • 市場走向
    • 市場預測
  • 製藥與生物技術
    • 市場走向
    • 市場預測
  • 生物醫學工程
    • 市場走向
    • 市場預測
  • 其他
    • 市場走向
    • 市場預測

第 9 章：按地區分類的市場區隔

  • 北美洲
    • 美國
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 加拿大
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
  • 亞太地區
    • 中國
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 日本
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 印度
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 韓國
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 澳洲
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 印尼
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 其他
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
  • 歐洲
    • 德國
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 法國
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 英國
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 義大利
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 西班牙
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 俄羅斯
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 其他
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
  • 拉丁美洲
    • 巴西
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 墨西哥
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
    • 其他
      • 市場走向
      • 市場預測
  • 中東和非洲
    • 市場走向
    • 按國家/地區分類的市場細分
    • 市場預測

第 10 章：SWOT 分析

  • 概述
  • 優勢
  • 弱點
  • 機會
  • 威脅

第 11 章：價值鏈分析

第 12 章：波特五力分析

  • 概述
  • 買家的議價能力
  • 供應商的議價能力
  • 競爭程度
  • 新進入者的威脅
  • 替代品的威脅

第 13 章：價格分析

第14章：競爭格局

  • 市場結構
  • 關鍵參與者
  • 關鍵參與者簡介
    • 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
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

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