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工業防垢化學品市場報告(按類型(聚合物基、膦酸鹽基)、最終用途行業(石油、天然氣和採礦、廢水處理、食品和飲料、紙漿和造紙等)和地區)2024-2032 年Industrial Anti-Scaling Chemicals Market Report by Type (Polymer-based, Phosphonate-based), End Use Industry (Oil, Gas and Mining, Wastewater Treatment, Food and Beverage, Pulp and Paper, and Others), and Region 2024-2032 |
2023年全球工業防垢化學品IMARC Group規模達36億美元。設備維護投資的不斷增加、化學配方的不斷進步以及住宅和商業部門運行各種消費性電子產品對能源的需求不斷增加是推動市場的一些主要因素。
工業防垢化學品是專門的化合物,旨在防止工業過程中各種表面上形成和累積水垢沉積物。它們確保工業設備保持其設計效率,從而實現更順暢的操作和更高的生產率。它們用於防止鍋爐、冷卻水塔和冷凝器結垢,確保最佳傳熱效率並降低能耗。石油生產過程中使用工業防垢化學品來抑制管道和井下設備中的結垢,從而保持生產率。
目前,對工業防垢化學品的需求不斷增加,因為它們有助於節省能源和降低營運成本,正在推動市場的成長。除此之外,工業防垢化學品的使用不斷增加,以防止與水垢相關的問題,從而導致意外停機和昂貴的維護費用,這也促進了市場的成長。此外,水處理廠擴大使用工業防垢化學品來改善功能並降低維護成本,這提供了良好的市場前景。除此之外,在住宅和商業領域運行各種消費性電子產品對能源的需求不斷增加,正在支持市場的成長。此外,擴大使用工業防垢化學品來延長逆滲透(RO)系統的使用壽命,這也促進了市場的成長。
設備維護意識不斷增強
目前,人們越來越認知到設備維護的重要性以及防止工業機械結垢的必要性。工業防垢化學品在延長設備使用壽命和降低維護成本方面發揮著至關重要的作用。工業防垢化學品有助於防止水垢的形成,水垢可能對設備造成嚴重損壞,例如堵塞、流量降低、傳熱效率降低以及最終的系統故障。水垢的堆積也會導致磨損增加並縮短設備的使用壽命。透過防止結垢,防垢化學物質可以幫助延長機器的使用壽命,從而顯著節省成本。
化學配方不斷進步
目前,化學品製造商的持續研發(R&D)活動正在導致更有效、更高效的防垢化學配方的開發。這些先進的配方在防止結垢和結垢方面提供了更好的性能,推動了它們在各個行業的採用。除此之外,化學工程和奈米技術的進步正在導致防垢化學品在較小濃度下更有效,從而減少了防垢所需的化學品用量。配方的進步也導致了更有針對性的防垢劑的出現,可以防止在特定環境中形成特定類型的水垢。此外,智慧工業防垢劑的開發正在推動市場的成長,這種防垢劑可以根據溫度、pH 值或結垢離子濃度的變化自動調整其活性。
越來越重視減少水資源浪費
目前,人們對水資源短缺的擔憂日益加劇,促使各行業採取節水措施。工業防垢化學品可防止冷卻水塔和鍋爐等耗水製程結垢,有助於減少水的浪費。防垢化學品對於將海水轉化為淡水的海水淡化廠至關重要。結垢是這些工廠的重要議題,因為海水中的高鹽含量增加了形成結垢的離子濃度。透過防止結垢,防垢化學品提高了海水淡化廠的效率,從而可以從給定體積的海水中生產出更多的淡水。除此之外,水處理廠還依靠各種類型的設備(例如幫浦、過濾器和薄膜)來處理水。此外,由於水垢積聚,這些系統的效率可能會降低,從而導致水的浪費,因此使用防垢化學品來確保系統的最佳運行,以減少水損失。
The global industrial anti-scaling chemicals market size reached US$ 3.6 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 5.6 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9% during 2024-2032. The growing investments in equipment maintenance, rising advancements in chemical formulations, and increasing demand for energy in the residential and commercial sectors for operating various consumer electronics products are some of the major factors propelling the market.
Industrial anti-scaling chemicals are specialized chemical compounds designed to prevent the creation and accumulation of scale deposits on various surfaces in industrial processes. They ensure that industrial equipment maintains its design efficiency, leading to smoother operations and higher productivity. They are used to prevent scaling in boilers, cooling towers, and condensers, ensuring optimal heat transfer efficiency and reducing energy consumption. Industrial anti-scaling chemicals are employed in oil production processes to inhibit scale formation in pipes and downhole equipment, thus maintaining productivity.
At present, the increasing demand for industrial anti-scaling chemicals, as they can help conserve energy and reduce operational costs, is impelling the growth of the market. Besides this, the rising employment of industrial anti-scaling chemicals to prevent scale-related issues leading to unplanned downtime and expensive maintenance is contributing to the growth of the market. In addition, the growing utilization of industrial anti-scaling chemicals in water treatment plants for improving functionalities and reducing maintenance costs is offering a favorable market outlook. Apart from this, the increasing demand for energy in the residential and commercial sectors for operating various consumer electronics products is supporting the growth of the market. Additionally, the rising employment of industrial anti-scaling chemicals to enhance the service life of reverse osmosis (RO) systems is bolstering the growth of the market.
Rising awareness about equipment maintenance
At present, there is an increase in awareness about the importance of equipment maintenance and the need to prevent scale formation in industrial machinery. Industrial anti-scaling chemicals play a crucial role in extending the lifespan of equipment and reducing maintenance costs. Industrial anti-scaling chemicals help to prevent the formation of scale, which can cause severe damage to the equipment, such as clogging, reduced flow rates, decreased heat transfer efficiency, and eventual system failure. Scale build-up also led to increased wear and tear and decreased the lifespan of the equipment. By preventing scale, anti-scaling chemicals can help extend the life of the machinery, resulting in significant cost savings.
Increasing advancements in chemical formulations
At present, the continuous research and development (R&D) activities by chemical manufacturers are leading to the development of more effective and efficient anti-scaling chemical formulations. These advanced formulations offer better performance in preventing scaling and fouling, driving their adoption in various industries. Apart from this, advancements in chemical engineering and nanotechnology are leading to anti-scaling chemicals that are more effective at smaller concentrations, reducing the amount of chemicals needed to prevent scale. Advances in formulation are also leading to more targeted anti-scaling agents, which can prevent the formation of specific types of scale in particular environments. Furthermore, the development of smart industrial anti-scaling agents, which can automatically adjust their activity in response to changes in temperature, pH, or scale-forming ion concentration, is propelling the growth of the market.
Growing focus on reducing water wastage
At present, the growing concerns over water scarcity are prompting industries to adopt water conservation measures. Industrial anti-scaling chemicals help in reducing water wastage by preventing scale formation in water-intensive processes, such as cooling towers and boilers. Anti-scaling chemicals are essential in desalination plants, which convert seawater into fresh water. Scaling is a significant issue in these plants, as the high salt content in seawater increases scale-forming ion concentrations. By preventing scale, anti-scaling chemicals improve the efficiency of desalination plants, allowing more fresh water to be produced from a given volume of seawater. Apart from this, water treatment plants rely on various types of equipment, such as pumps, filters, and membranes, to treat water. Furthermore, as these can become less efficient due to scale buildup, leading to water wastage, anti-scaling chemicals are used to ensure the optimal operation of the systems for reducing water loss.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global industrial anti-scaling chemicals market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country levels from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on type and end use industry.
Polymer-based
Phosphonate-based
Polymer-based dominate the market
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes polymer-based and phosphonate-based. According to the report, polymer-based represented the largest segment.
Polymer-based industrial anti-scaling chemicals are used across various industries to prevent the formation of scale on machinery and equipment. They are used in water treatment plants to prevent scale build-up in pipes, pumps, filters, and membranes. In the oil and gas industry, these chemicals are used to prevent scale in pipelines, heat exchangers, and other equipment. They are also used to treat produced water (water that is brought to the surface during oil and gas extraction), which often contains high concentrations of scale-forming ions. Moreover, in desalination plants, which convert seawater into freshwater, anti-scaling chemicals are utilized to prevent scale build-up on membranes and other equipment. This is particularly important as seawater often contains high concentrations of scale-forming ions.
Oil, Gas and Mining
Wastewater Treatment
Food and Beverage
Pulp and Paper
Others
Wastewater treatment holds the largest share of the market
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end-user industry have also been provided in the report. This includes oil, gas, and mining, wastewater treatment, food and beverage, pulp and paper, and others. According to the report, wastewater treatment accounted for the largest market share.
Wastewater treatment facilities handle water from various sources, including domestic sewage, industrial wastewater, and stormwater runoff. These waters can contain high concentrations of scale-forming ions, such as calcium, magnesium, and silica. If left untreated, these ions can precipitate out of the water and form hard mineral scales on the surfaces of pipes, pumps, and other equipment. Anti-scaling chemicals are added to the water as it enters the treatment facility to prevent scales from forming in the pipes and pumps that move the water through the facility. Wastewater is often treated and reused, particularly in regions with water scarcity. However, the treated water can still contain scale-forming ions. Anti-scaling chemicals enable safe and efficient water reuse by preventing scale in the systems that use the treated water.
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 industrial anti-scaling chemicals market share
The 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, Others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Asia Pacific represented the largest market segment.
Asia Pacific held the biggest market share due to the rising focus on conducting proper wastewater treatments and preventing water pollution. Besides this, the increasing implantation of stringent regulations by governing agencies in the region to protect the environment and public health is propelling the growth of the market.
Apart from this, rising initiatives taken by industries to conduct wastewater management before releasing water from factories containing various harmful chemicals into natural water bodies are contributing to the growth of the market.
Asia Pacific is estimated to expand further in this domain due to the rising environmental awareness among the masses. Besides this, the increasing development of efficient anti-scaling chemicals is strengthening the growth of the market.
Key market players are developing more effective, environmentally friendly, and cost-efficient anti-scaling chemicals that cater to diverse industrial applications. They are also offering customized solutions to meet the unique scaling challenges of different industries. Top companies are increasingly adopting sustainability initiatives, such as developing and promoting eco-friendly products, reducing their carbon footprint, and adopting greener manufacturing processes. They are also embracing digital technologies and data analytics to enhance product development, supply chain management, and customer service. Leading companies are educating customers about the importance of anti-scaling chemicals, providing technical support, and offering training programs to enhance customer satisfaction and build long-term relationships.
Akzo Nobel N.V.
American Water Chemicals Inc.
Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
Avista Technologies Inc. (Kurita Water Industries Ltd.)
BASF SE
BWA Water Additives US LLC (Italmatch Chemicals S.p.A.)
Clariant AG
Dow Inc.
Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc.
Kemira Oyj
Solvay S.A.
In August 2020, Kurita Water Industries Ltd. announced that it is collaborating with Fracta to launch a joint digital transformation development project for water treatment, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things (IoT) products.
In October 2022, Italmatch Chemicals Advanced Water Solutions launched Lumiclene(R), a new brand of Smart-Tagged Polymers for Industrial Water Treatment. Lumiclene(R) is designed to provide superior dispersing and scale inhibition capabilities while allowing online monitoring and control of the polymer in the water.
In 2023, Kemira acquired SimAnalytics, an advanced process optimization start-up, to strengthen its services offering. The collaboration between the two companies has resulted in a digital service called Kemira KemConnect Harmonizer, which helps paper and board mills improve production efficiency. With the acquisition, Kemira aims to expand this service offering to its water treatment customers as well.