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全球变频驱动器 (VFD) 市场评估:依类型、功率范围、储能、应用、最终用途、地区、机会、预测(2017-2031 年)Variable Frequency Drive Market Assessment, By Type, By Power Range, By Energy Storage, By Application, By End-use, By Region, Opportunities and Forecast, 2017-2031F |
全球变频驱动器 (VFD) 市场规模预计将从 2023 年的 232.8 亿美元增至 2031 年的 350.6 亿美元,复合年增长率预计为 5.3%。市场以健康的速度蓬勃发展,这要归功于工业 4.0 技术的采用。变频驱动器 (VFD) 在实现节能解决方案方面发挥关键作用。变频驱动器 (VFD) 通常用于泵浦、电风扇、HVAC 系统和输送机。透过采用变频驱动器 (VFD),功耗可降低 20-25%。世界各国政府都在关注能源效率,这有望促进产品销售。例如,美国的 "建造更好的电网" 计画旨在投资超过200亿美元,用于现代化和扩大长距离高压输配电系统。
工业电力和电机设备向生产可调电源频率的转变正在倡导新的智慧製造解决方案。变频驱动器 (VFD) 的发展包括静态 VFD 的创建,该静态 VFD 由电力电子设备组成,现已成为工业自动化和智慧製造单元的积极参与者。 VFD,也称为变频器或变速驱动器 (VSD),不仅可以加速或减速马达的速度,还可以改变所连接的感应马达的输出和扭矩。在变频器的各种应用中,废水处理厂和製药业等相对较新的产业预计将增加市场的附加价值。
自 1988 年推出第一台低压 VFD 以来,这些 VFD 已广泛应用于从小规模到大规模的工业自动化应用。 VFD 是一种变速驱动器,用于机电驱动系统,透过改变马达输入频率和电压来调节交流马达的速度和扭矩。此外,VFD 供应商也为特定应用和特定产业设计和製造新型驱动逆变器。
例如,2023 年 10 月,领先的 VFD 供应商 Invertek Drives Ltd. 推出了一款旨在增强电梯马达控制的新型变频器。这款 VFD(Optidrive 电梯核心)是电梯马达控制技术的游戏规则改变者,提供无与伦比的尺寸、效能和功率。主要功能包括 USB C 连接、通用编码器模组以及 50°C 下 10KHz 全电流运作。
工业自动化、智慧製造与永续应用推动市场成长
市场表明,随着自动化和第四次工业革命关键要素(例如人工智慧和物联网)的集成,製造业和工业格局正在迅速变化。 AI技术预测负载波动、侦测系统故障并自动调整VFD设定。製造商正在开发具有自适应控制系统的变频器,该系统可以随着时间的推移学习并提高性能,从而消除人工干预的需要并提高生产率。因此,自动化已成为扩大VFD市场的中心点。
这些变速驱动器更加智慧、连接性更强,可实现远端监控和操作。虽然人工智慧使 VFD 能够预测和适应,但与物联网平台的整合可以实现预测性维护、即时数据分析和能耗优化。这些技术进步也实现了紧凑的模组化设计、增强的安全功能和易于自订。除了一长串的最终用户之外,水处理厂和太阳能水泵解决方案等变频器的可持续应用也在推动市场成长。
本报告研究和分析了全球变频驱动 (VFD) 市场,提供市场规模和预测、市场动态、主要参与者的现状和前景等。
The global variable frequency drive market is projected to witness a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period 2024-2031, growing from USD 23.28 billion in 2023 to USD 35.06 billion in 2031. The market thrives at a healthy growth rate, attributed to adopting Industries 4.0 technologies. Variable frequency drives play a crucial role in achieving energy-efficient solutions. They are commonly used in pumps, electric fans, HVAC systems, and conveyors. By incorporating variable frequency drives, power consumption can be reduced by 20 to 25%. Governments worldwide are emphasizing energy efficiency, which will boost product sales. For instance, 'Building a Better Grid' initiative in the United Staes aims to invest over USD 20 billion in modernizing and expanding long-distance, high-voltage transmission and distribution systems.
A shift in the industrial power sources and motor equipment to generate adjustable power frequency is putting forward new smart manufacturing solutions. The evolution of variable frequency drives (VFDs) comprises the creation of static VFDs composed of power electronic devices that are now becoming active participants in industrial automation and smart manufacturing units. A VFD, also known as a frequency inverter and variable speed drive (VSD), not only accelerates and decelerates the motor speed but also varies the power and torque of a connected induction motor. Among the various applications of frequency inverters, comparatively new industries are expected to add value to the market such as wastewater treatment plants and the pharmaceutical sector.
Since the creation of the first low-voltage VFD in the year 1988, these VFDs have been used in a wide range of industrial automation applications, from small to large scale. It is an adjustable speed drive that is used in electromechanical drive systems to regulate AC motor speed and torque by changing motor input frequency and voltage. Furthermore, VFD vendors also design and build new drive inverters for specific applications to target a certain vertical.
For instance, in October 2023, a major VFD vendor, Invertek Drives Ltd., launched a new frequency inverter designed to enhance elevator motor control. The VFD, Optidrive Elevator Core, is a game-changer in lift motor control technology, offering unparalleled dimensions, performance, and power. The key features include USB C-Connectivity, a universal encoder module, and the capability of operating with a 10KHz full current at 50°C.
Industrial Automation, Smart Manufacturing, and Sustainable Applications to Fuel Market Growth
The market is witnessing rapidly transforming manufacturing and industrial landscape on the lines of automation and integration of major elements of the fourth industrial revolution like artificial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT). AI technologies anticipate load variations, detect system faults, and automatically adjust VFD settings. Manufacturers are creating VFDs that have adaptive control systems that learn and improve performance over time, eliminating the need for human intervention and increasing productivity. Hence, automation has become the center point of VFD market expansion.
These variable speed drives have become smarter and more connected, enabling remote monitoring and operation. While AI enables VFD to predict and adapt, integration with IoT platforms has allowed for predictive maintenance, real-time data analysis, and optimization of energy consumption. These technological advancements also facilitate compact and modular designs, enhanced safety features, and customization. Apart from the long list of end users, VFD's sustainable applications, such as water treatment plants and solar-powered water pumping solutions, also fuel the market growth.
For instance, in April 2024, ABB Ltd. introduced an innovative solar drive for sustainable water pumping. The company launched a new ACQ80 variable speed drive (VSD). The drive comes with a maximum power point tracking (MPPT) logic that ensures the maximum power output from solar panels for maximized pump performance. Dual supply mode allows the drive to operate with both a DC supply from PV solar panels and an AC supply from the grid or generator for pumping 24/7.
Rising Demand for Energy-Efficient Motor Solutions to Expand Market Size
Energy efficiency is crucial in manufacturing space and makes all the difference. The VFDs have evolved to deliver the required power for any operation, be it conveyor belt operations or automotive operations. Variable frequency drives can gradually increase the speed of system component motors, thereby minimizing the mechanical stress that occurs during ramp-ups or accelerations, as well as minimizing energy usage. VFDs have an advantage over VSDs in terms of efficient process control, operational excellence, and enhanced efficiency. This allows accurate speed adjustments during start-up running conditions or stopping the motor.
The VFD manufacturers use regenerative modules to help VFD deliver higher efficiency. These drives deliver precision, sustainability, and efficiency across the application. However, industrial and manufacturing spaces require these more to scale productivity and ROI.
For instance, in March 2024, Darwin Motion Pvt. Ltd. introduced its Regenerative Drive DR Matrix 880. The motion control system comes with matrix intelligence that equips the drive with advanced algorithms and machine-learning capabilities. DR Matrix 880 caters to various applications across industries, such as machine manufacturing, robotic positioning, and dynamic control.
Industrial Usage and High Durability and Performance to Fuel Low Power Range Segment
Based on the power range, the low power range segment holds a decent market share. The factors fueling the segmental growth comprise a wide range of its operations. Its widespread use in general applications and position as a top alternative across numerous industrial verticals are attributed to its simplicity of configuration and quick installation time. In industries, low-voltage frequency drives are widely utilized to power equipment such as compressors, fans, belt conveyors, and centrifugal pumps. One of the main factors contributing to the low power range segment's supremacy is its widespread use across industrial verticals. Low voltage variable frequency drives (VFDs) provide precise motor speed control by altering the frequency and voltage supplied to the motor.
For instance, in April 2023, Danfoss A/S introduced a new generation of VLT low harmonic VFD. With as few components as possible used in the main current circuit design, the Danfoss VLT Low Harmonic VFD combines an active filter with a typical AC VFD, active suppression.
Asia-Pacific Dominates Variable Frequency Drive Market
Asia-Pacific holds the major share of the global VFD market. The growth is attributed to the rapid industrialization and infrastructure expansion in the region's emerging nations. Alongside, the dominance of key industries like power generation, oil & gas, metals and mining, and food processing is advancing the region's space in the market. The rising population and increased disposable income have given birth to wider HVAC operations, fueling the market growth. Also, Asia-Pacific is home to several significant VFD manufacturing brands, including ABB, Danfoss, Eaton, GE, Mitsubishi Electric, Schneider Electric, and Yaskawa. Other than these industrial giants, local companies are also building VFDs using a solution-based approach.
For instance, in March 2023, a new generation of industrial transmission equipment, the HSF6 series high-performance VFD, was introduced by Sunwoele (Chengdu Forest Electric Co., Ltd.), a well-known automation firm in China. Variable frequency drives at the engineering level are created and built to meet the demands of sophisticated applications, such as precision machining equipment.
Future Market Scenario (2024-2031F)
Industrial automation, IoT, and robotics will likely enable industrialists to adopt efficient motion control systems like variable frequency drives.
A wide range of applications, along with the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning, is expected to expand the variable frequency drive market size.
Custom motion control systems for agriculture and sustainable water-pulling operations are anticipated to create new variable speed drives (VSDs).
Wide-bandgap semiconductors like Sic and GaN are replacing traditional semiconductors, strengthening VFDs with power density and efficiency.
Key Players Landscape and Outlook
Key participants in the variable frequency drive market include Siemens AG, Rockwell Automation Inc., and Toshiba International Corporation. Companies focus on building efficient VFD systems that are also flexible with the latest technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and IoT. Brands are also building custom VFDs/VSDs for specific applications. Alongside, strategic partnerships, collaboration, acquisitions, and joint ventures are also used as the major elements of the market's strategic landscape.
In September 2023, Rockwell Automation and Infinitum entered into an exclusive development and distribution deal for a new class of high-efficiency, integrated low-voltage drive and motor technology. This solution will result in considerable energy and cost savings for industrial clients worldwide and help them become more sustainable and less carbon footprint oriented.
All segments will be provided for all regions and countries covered
Companies mentioned above DO NOT hold any order as per market share and can be changed as per information available during research work.