Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (ABR) Market

Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (ABR) Market: Overview

• Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (ABR) is an improved septic tank built with alternating baffles, which direct the wastewater to flow under and over them, as the water moves from the inlet to outlet
• Increase in contact time with active biomass results in improved treatment. ABRs are robust and can treat a wide range of wastewater; however, remaining sludge and effluents still need further treatment in order to be reused or discharged properly.
• Currently, ABR is considered a key component of decentralized wastewater treatment systems due to its compact structure and possibility of integration into any construction design
• It is suitable for areas where land may be limited, since the tank is commonly installed underground and requires a small area. However, a vacuum truck should be able to access the location, as the sludge has to be removed regularly.
• It should not be installed in areas with high groundwater table or prone to flooding, as infiltration is expected to affect the treatment efficiency and contaminate the groundwater

Key Drivers of Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (ABR) Market

• Rise in adoption of ABRs across the globe due to the increase in water pollution is propelling the anaerobic baffled reactor (ABR) market
• Growth in awareness about water-borne diseases among the people is also projected to drive the anaerobic baffled reactor market
• ABR offers several advantages over other well-established systems. For instance, it is inexpensive to construct, simple in design, reduces clogging, and has low capital and operating costs. These advantages fuel the global anaerobic baffled reactor (ABR) market.

Availability of Other Domestic Wastewater Treatment Alternatives to Hamper Market

• Several other domestic wastewater treatment alternatives, such as Anaerobic Filter (AF) and Aerobic Bio Filter (ABF), are available in the market
• AF is a type of biological wastewater treatment alternative that uses biofilm media system as a point of attachment for bacteria to eliminate suspended and dissolved solids. As the wastewater flows through the filter, usually from bottom to top, it comes into contact with the biomass on the filter and is subjected to anaerobic degradation.

Biological Treatment Type Segment and Industrial Application Segment to Offer Lucrative Opportunities

• The anaerobic baffled reactor (ABR) market can be segmented based on treatment type, application, and region
• In terms of treatment type, the anaerobic baffled reactor (ABR) market can be divided into physical treatment and biological treatment. The biological treatment segment is projected to account for significant share of the market during the forecast period.
• Based on application, the anaerobic baffled reactor (ABR) market can be segregated into commercial and industrial. The industrial segment dominates the market, primarily due to the high growth in industrial sector across the globe. The segment is estimated to expand at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

North America to hold Major Share of Global Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (ABR) Market

• Based on region, the global anaerobic baffled reactor (ABR) market can be categorized into North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa
• North America is projected to account for significant share of the global market during the forecast period, due to high awareness about water borne diseases among people in the region
• The U.S. is a major country for ABR in North America
• The anaerobic baffled reactor (ABR) market in Asia Pacific is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period. Water contamination is a prominent issue in the region. Availability of clean water has reduced, while demand for wastewater treatment has increased in the region.
• China, Japan, India, and Indonesia are key countries of the ABR market in Asia Pacific. Increase in industrialization and urbanization is the major factor fuelling the market in these countries.

Major Development

• The decentralized water management system implemented at Adarsh Vidyaprasarak Sanstha’s College of Arts & Commerce, Badlapur, Maharashtra, India, is a working example of ABR. The institution hosts 2600 students and also acts as a community center for several programs. With daily wastewater production of 8 m3, the ABR was constructed for 12 m3 considering a hydraulic retention time (HRT) of 1.5 days. It was an EU funded AsiaProEco II project that was executed by Badlapur Municipal Council with the support of Ecosan Services Foundation, Seecon international GmbH, and Paradigm Environmental Strategies Ltd.

Global Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (ABR) Market: Research Scope

Global Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (ABR) Market, by Treatment Type

• Physical Treatment
• Biological Treatment

Global Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (ABR) Market, by Application

• Commercial
• Industrial

Global Anaerobic Baffled Reactor (ABR) Market, by Region

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • U.K.
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia & CIS
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • ASEAN
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa