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工业防垢化学品市场报告(按类型(聚合物基、膦酸盐基)、最终用途行业(石油、天然气和采矿、废水处理、食品和饮料、纸浆和造纸等)和地区)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年全球工业防垢化学品IMARC Group规模达36亿美元。设备维护投资的不断增加、化学配方的不断进步以及住宅和商业部门运行各种消费性电子产品对能源的需求不断增加是推动市场的一些主要因素。
工业防垢化学品是专门的化合物,旨在防止工业过程中各种表面上形成和累积水垢沉积物。它们确保工业设备保持其设计效率,从而实现更顺畅的操作和更高的生产率。它们用于防止锅炉、冷却水塔和冷凝器结垢,确保最佳传热效率并降低能耗。石油生产过程中使用工业防垢化学品来抑制管道和井下设备中的结垢,从而保持生产率。
目前,对工业防垢化学品的需求不断增加,因为它们有助于节省能源和降低营运成本,正在推动市场的成长。除此之外,工业防垢化学品的使用不断增加,以防止与水垢相关的问题,从而导致意外停机和昂贵的维护费用,这也促进了市场的成长。此外,水处理厂越来越多地使用工业防垢化学品来改善功能并降低维护成本,这提供了良好的市场前景。除此之外,在住宅和商业领域运行各种消费性电子产品对能源的需求不断增加,正在支持市场的成长。此外,越来越多地使用工业防垢化学品来延长逆渗透(RO)系统的使用寿命,这也促进了市场的成长。
设备维护意识不断增强
目前,人们越来越认识到设备维护的重要性以及防止工业机械结垢的必要性。工业防垢化学品在延长设备使用寿命和降低维护成本方面发挥着至关重要的作用。工业防垢化学品有助于防止水垢的形成,水垢可能对设备造成严重损坏,例如堵塞、流量降低、传热效率降低以及最终的系统故障。水垢的堆积也会导致磨损增加并缩短设备的使用寿命。透过防止结垢,防垢化学物质可以帮助延长机器的使用寿命,从而显着节省成本。
化学配方不断进步
目前,化学品製造商的持续研发(R&D)活动正在导致更有效、更高效的防垢化学配方的开发。这些先进的配方在防止结垢和结垢方面提供了更好的性能,推动了它们在各个行业的采用。除此之外,化学工程和奈米技术的进步正在导致防垢化学品在较小浓度下更有效,从而减少了防垢所需的化学品用量。配方的进步也导致了更有针对性的防垢剂的出现,可以防止在特定环境中形成特定类型的水垢。此外,智慧工业防垢剂的开发正在推动市场的成长,这种防垢剂可以根据温度、pH 值或结垢离子浓度的变化自动调整其活性。
越来越重视减少水资源浪费
目前,人们对水资源短缺的担忧日益加剧,促使各行业采取节水措施。工业防垢化学品可防止冷却水塔和锅炉等耗水製程结垢,有助于减少水的浪费。防垢化学品对于将海水转化为淡水的海水淡化厂至关重要。结垢是这些工厂的重要议题,因为海水中的高盐含量增加了形成结垢的离子浓度。透过防止结垢,防垢化学品提高了海水淡化厂的效率,从而可以从给定体积的海水中生产出更多的淡水。除此之外,水处理厂还依靠各种类型的设备(例如帮浦、过滤器和薄膜)来处理水。此外,由于水垢积聚,这些系统的效率可能会降低,从而导致水的浪费,因此使用防垢化学品来确保系统的最佳运行,以减少水损失。
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.