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2024-2032 年按產品、最終用戶和地區分類的混凝土外加劑市場報告Concrete Admixtures Market Report by Product, End User, and Region 2024-2032 |
IMARC Group年,全球混凝土外加劑市場規模達到179億美元。對永續建築實踐的日益關注、不斷增加的翻新和基礎設施開發活動以及數位技術的整合以實現更精確的劑量和品質控制是推動市場的一些主要因素。
混凝土外加劑是建築業中用於增強混凝土性能和性能的專用化學或礦物添加劑。它們經過精心配製,以實現混凝土混合物的特定目標,例如提高和易性、耐久性、強度和凝結時間。它們廣泛用作減水劑、塑化劑、促進劑、緩凝劑、引氣劑和高效減水劑。它們有助於將微小氣泡引入混合物中,以增強抗凍融性。由於它們有助於改善混凝土的流動性而不增加含水量,因此全球範圍內對混凝土外加劑的需求正在增加。
目前,各行業對高性能混凝土的需求不斷成長,支撐著市場的成長。除此之外,擴大採用混凝土外加劑,因為它們可以透過提高和易性和降低含水量來降低施工成本,正在加強市場的成長。此外,為了延長基礎設施的使用壽命,對這些外加劑的需求不斷成長,對市場產生了積極影響。除此之外,擴大使用這些外加劑來增強結構抵禦地震和颶風等自然災害的能力,這為行業投資者提供了利潤豐厚的成長機會。此外,各國政府機構都在推動全球基礎建設。與此一致的是,對減少碳足跡的日益關注正在推動市場的成長。
翻新和基礎設施開發活動不斷增加
住宅裝修在個人中的日益普及,以及基礎設施開發項目數量的增加,都促進了市場的成長。此外,快速的都市化過程對道路、橋樑、高層建築、住宅小區等新型基礎設施的需求也隨之增加。除此之外,混凝土是一種基本的建築材料,外加劑對於提高其性能和壽命至關重要。這些使建築專業人員能夠針對特定應用最佳化混凝土混合物,並確保結構符合安全、耐用性和永續性要求。此外,這些外加劑有助於加快施工進度,從而帶來積極的市場前景。
日益關注永續建築
人們越來越關注永續建築實踐以減少環境足跡,這正在支持市場的成長。同時,一些國家的管理機構正在鼓勵採用環保和資源節約型的建築實踐,這提供了良好的市場前景。除此之外,混凝土外加劑在實現永續發展目標方面發揮著至關重要的作用。此外,對減少用水量的外加劑(例如減水劑和高效減水劑)的需求也在增加。此外,建築師和建築商擴大採用外加劑來提高混凝土的耐久性並提供更持久的結構,從而減少頻繁維修和更換的需要。
將數位技術整合到外加劑中以實現更精確的劑量
主要參與者正在創造具有增強性能和功能的創新外加劑產品。與此一致的是,奈米技術在外加劑的應用不斷增加,以提高混凝土的強度、耐久性和和易性,這有助於市場的成長。除此之外,他們正在開發自修復混凝土,它使用外加劑自主修復裂縫。此外,人工智慧(AI)和資料分析等數位技術的整合可以在建築項目期間實現更精確的配料、品質控制和性能監控,從而提供更高效、更可靠的混凝土結構,這正在加強市場的成長。此外,對高性能材料的需求也在增加。
The global concrete admixtures market size reached US$ 17.9 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 40.8 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 9.4% during 2024-2032. The growing focus on sustainable construction practices, rising renovation and infrastructure development activities, and integration of digital technologies to enable more precise dosing and quality control are some of the major factors propelling the market.
Concrete admixtures are specialized chemical or mineral additives used in the construction industry to enhance the performance and properties of concrete. They are carefully formulated to achieve specific objectives in concrete mixtures, such as improved workability, durability, strength, and setting time. They are widely available as water reducers, plasticizers, accelerators, retarders, air-entraining agents, and superplasticizers. They assist in introducing microscopic air bubbles into the mixture to enhance freeze-thaw resistance. As they aid in improving the flow of concrete without increasing water content, the demand for concrete admixtures is increasing worldwide.
At present, the rising demand for high-performance concrete among various sectors is supporting the growth of the market. Besides this, the increasing adoption of concrete admixtures, as they can reduce construction costs by improving workability and reducing water content, is strengthening the growth of the market. Additionally, the growing demand for these admixtures to extend the lifespan of infrastructures is positively influencing the market. Apart from this, the increasing employment of these admixtures to enhance the resilience of structures against natural disasters like earthquakes and hurricanes is offering lucrative growth opportunities to industry investors. Furthermore, governing agencies of various countries are promoting infrastructure development across the globe. In line with this, the increasing focus on reducing carbon footprint is propelling the growth of the market.
Rising renovation and infrastructure development activities
The rising popularity of residential renovation among individuals, along with the increasing number of infrastructure development projects, are contributing to the growth of the market. In addition, there is an increase in the demand for new infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, high-rise buildings, and residential complexes due to rapid urbanization. Besides this, concrete is a fundamental building material, and admixtures are essential to improve its performance and longevity. These allow construction professionals to optimize concrete mixes for specific applications and ensure that structures meet safety, durability, and sustainability requirements. Furthermore, these admixtures assist in facilitating faster construction schedules, which is offering a positive market outlook.
Increasing focus on sustainable construction
The rising focus on sustainable construction practices to reduce environmental footprint is supporting the growth of the market. In line with this, governing agencies of several countries are encouraging the adoption of environmentally friendly and resource-efficient building practices, which is offering a favorable market outlook. Apart from this, concrete admixtures play a crucial role in achieving sustainability goals. Moreover, there is an increase in the demand for admixtures that reduce water usage, such as water reducers and high-range water reducers. Additionally, architects and builders are increasingly adopting admixtures that improve concrete durability and provide longer-lasting structures that reduce the need for frequent repairs and replacements.
Integration of digital technologies in admixtures to enable more precise dosing
Key players are creating innovative admixture products with enhanced properties and capabilities. In line with this, the rising utilization of nanotechnology in admixtures to improve the strength, durability, and workability of concrete is contributing to the growth of the market. Apart from this, they are developing self-healing concrete, which uses admixtures to repair cracks autonomously. In addition, the integration of digital technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics, enables more precise dosing, quality control, and performance monitoring during construction projects that provide more efficient and reliable concrete structures is strengthening the growth of the market. Furthermore, there is a rise in the demand for higher-performing materials.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country levels from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on product and end user.
Water Reducing Admixtures
Plasticizers
Superplasticizers
Waterproofing Admixtures
Accelerating Admixtures
Air-Entraining Admixtures
Retarding Admixtures
Others
Water reducing admixtures represents the largest market segment
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product. This includes water reducing admixtures (plasticizers and superplasticizers), waterproofing admixtures, accelerating admixtures, air-entraining admixtures, retarding admixtures, and others. According to the report, water reducing admixtures represented the largest segment.
Water reducing admixtures, also known as water reducers or plasticizers, are designed to reduce the water content needed in a concrete mix while maintaining its workability and desired consistency. They achieve this by dispersing cement particles more effectively, resulting in improved hydration and a reduction in water-cement ratio. In addition, water reducing admixtures enhance the workability of concrete, which makes it easier to pour, place, and finish. This is especially valuable in large-scale construction projects where time and labor efficiency are critical. Furthermore, they assist in aligning with sustainable construction practices by reducing water consumption and the carbon footprint associated with concrete production.
Residential
Commercial
Infrastructure
Residential accounts for the majority of the market share
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user. This includes residential, commercial, and infrastructure. According to the report, residential represented the largest segment.
The residential sector comprises all types of housing construction, from single-family homes to multi-unit dwellings and apartment complexes. Admixtures play a vital role in ensuring the quality and longevity of residential structures. They enable the production of high-performance concrete for foundations, driveways, and structural elements, to ensure durability and resistance to weathering. Additionally, admixtures improve workability, which makes it easier for contractors to handle concrete during pouring and finishing. Moreover, the rising focus on environmentally friendly construction is bolstering the growth of the market.
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 exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest concrete admixtures 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 accounted for the largest market share.
Asia Pacific held the biggest market share due to the increasing demand for concrete in various construction projects. In addition, the rising need to enhance the performance and efficiency of concrete is strengthening the growth of the market in the region. Besides this, the growing focus on modern construction techniques and sustainability practices is offering a positive market outlook. In line with this, the increasing preference for constructing durable and eco-friendly structures is supporting the growth of the market in the Asia Pacific region.
Various players are investing in research and development (R&D) activities to develop innovative admixture formulations. This includes creating products that offer enhanced performance, improved sustainability, and compatibility with a wide range of concrete mixes. In addition, major manufacturers are expanding their product portfolios to cater to various market segments, such as the development of specialized admixtures for self-healing concrete, high-performance concrete, and sustainable construction. Apart from this, they are producing products that reduce water usage, lower carbon emissions, and incorporate recycled or bio-based materials. Furthermore, key companies are offering tailored solutions and are working closely with construction projects to formulate concrete mixes that meet specific performance and environmental requirements.
BASF SE
CAC Admixtures
CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V.
CICO Group
Fosroc Inc. (JMH Group)
Fritz-Pak Corporation
GCP Applied Technologies Inc. (Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A.)
Mapei S.p.A.
Pidilite Industries Limited
Rhein-Chemotechnik GmbH
RPM International Inc.
Sika AG
In April 2022, Pidilite Industries Limited, a leading manufacturer of adhesives, sealants and construction chemicals, partnered with GCP Applied Technologies Inc, a global leader in construction products, to offer high-performance waterproofing solutions for challenging sites that have exposure to high temperature variation and water table, under its brand Dr.Fixit.
In 2021, Sika partnered with Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne to develop concrete admixtures leveraging the limestone calcined clay cement (LC3) technology that lowers CO2 emissions. The technology aims to facilitate the production of performant and sustainable cement with less clinker.
In 2023, CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. launched a new range of bio-sourced admixtures designed for a reduced carbon footprint. These admixtures use natural, renewable, and locally sourced raw materials and may achieve a carbon footprint up to 70% lower than traditional oil-based admixtures.