UV Disinfection Equipment Market

UV Disinfection Equipment Market Outlook 2031

• The global UV disinfection equipment market was valued at US$ 3.07 Bn in 2020
• It is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 17.4% from 2021 to 2031
• The global UV disinfection equipment market is expected to reach the value of US$ 17.92 Bn by the end of 2031

Analysts’ Viewpoint on UV Disinfection Equipment Market Scenario

Companies in the UV disinfection equipment market are taking into consideration the essential parameters and protocols to guarantee the efficacy of UV sterilization processes in a human-safe manner amid the coronavirus crisis. However, UV disinfection equipment are linked to disadvantages, including inefficiency in emergency applications, as these systems require electricity. Hence, companies should hire experts and specialists to help clients & end users make informed decision in choosing their UV disinfection equipment, since advantages such as cost efficiency in the long run, fast water, food, or air treatment, and no chemical handling advantages outweigh its disadvantages. Manufacturers should unlock sales channels in eCommerce and online shopping apps to boost equipment uptake.

Next-gen UV Disinfection Systems Gaining Prominence in Wastewater Applications

Wastewater treatment applications are creating long-term and stable revenue streams for stakeholders in the global UV disinfection equipment market. Manufacturers are innovating in UV (ultraviolet) disinfection systems that enable safe and chemical-free disinfection of municipal & industrial wastewater. This explains why the UV disinfection equipment market is projected to grow at an astonishing CAGR during the forecast period.

The long hours UV lamps technology is gaining prominence in wastewater treatment. Manufacturers are increasing R&D in energy-efficient UV disinfection systems that help to cut costs for electricity bills. Robust and modular shell design provides a range of scaling and retrofitting options for existing water treatment infrastructures such as old chlorination tanks. This allows for hygienic, quick, and easy maintenance procedures, while the system is submerged in wastewater.

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Mission-critical Projects Help Companies to Stay Financially Afloat During Coronavirus Crisis

UV disinfection technologies are being publicized for purifying bio-contaminated air and surfaces, since these are major media for disease transmission of coronavirus. Companies in the UV disinfection equipment market are capitalizing on this opportunity to broaden their product portfolio and meet the demand of end users amid uncertainties created by the ongoing pandemic.

Companies in the UV disinfection equipment market are increasingly focusing on mission-critical projects such as wastewater treatment, air purification in public places, and food & beverage (F&B) applications to keep economies running. Besides, companies are gaining understanding of critical UV disinfection aspects.

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Can Disadvantages of UV Disinfection Equipment Compensate for Its Advantages?

Although the initial cost of some UV disinfection systems is somewhat higher than chlorination, low operating costs allow for a quick return on investment. However, this is being met with challenges such as only the elimination of micro-organisms in wastewater but no other contaminants such as heavy metals, artificial substances, or salts. Nevertheless, advantages including non-chemical treatment of water, easy installation & maintenance, and low power requirements are grabbing the attention of end users.

Companies in the UV disinfection equipment market are taking advantage of the fact that these leading-edge systems are effective on a wide range of pathogens, including protozoa and viruses. Moreover, UV disinfection systems are being recognized by regulatory agencies, including the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA).

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HVAC Industry Fueling Demand for UV Disinfection Equipment

The UV disinfection equipment market is projected to climb high revenue growth during the forecast period. This is evident since manufacturers are increasing the availability of UV air disinfection systems. These systems serve as a reliable solution in HVAC applications, odor control, and cold storage solutions.

Companies are innovating in UV distinction systems that significantly reduce micro-biological and virological contamination in air and on surfaces. The ever-expanding HVAC industry is fueling the demand for UV disinfection equipment, which facilitate air purification in airplanes, buses, and trains.

UVC Irradiation Emerges as Gold Standard for Food Sterilization

Apart from air, water, and surface, F&B applications are creating strong business grounds for stakeholders in the UV disinfection equipment market. Companies are increasing R&D to enable UV light food sterilization, which prevents radiation of food products and avoids radioactive elements in beverage products. Such findings are helping to ensure that food irradiation is a completely safe process for sterilizing food with UV lamps, which are designed to emit wavelengths in the stipulated UVC (Ultraviolet C) range.

UVA, UVB, and UVC wavelengths are being publicized in food irradiation applications. As such, the UVC range is a proven method to quickly eliminate harmful germs, including many bacteria and viruses.

UV Disinfection Equipment Market: Overview

• The global market for ultra violet (UV) disinfection equipment is expected to witness steady rise in the upcoming years
• The market is being fueled by increasing awareness about the benefits of UV disinfection. This process is chemical-free and relatively easy, which is has garnered attention wide range of end users.
• However, the key growth driver for the uptake of UV disinfection equipment remains the need to provide clean drinking water in cities as well as rural areas. Thus, unfortunate rise in water pollution and deteriorating quality of water are expected to create demand for UV disinfection equipment in many water treatment processes.
• Furthermore, the cost-effective nature of this technology to ensure end-to-end cleaning is driving the market for UV disinfection equipment

Need for Safer and Cleaner Water Fuels Demand for UV Disinfection Equipment

• Rapid industrialization and unstoppable urbanization have collectively resulted in the need for better quality of water. This has definitely increased the uptake of UV disinfection equipment for treating wastewater.
• The UV disinfection method for wastewater is slowly replacing chlorine-based disinfection methods. Thus, the demand for cleaner and safer water is expected to create many lucrative opportunities for UV disinfection technology, thereby propping up the demand for its equipment.
• Due to the aforementioned trends, the UV disinfection equipment is expected to find extensive application in the water segment during the forecast period
• As of 2020, the water treatment segment held a share of 56.5% of the global UV disinfection equipment market. In the near future, the wastewater treatment segment is projected to outdo the water segment, as manufacturing units are facing flak for not treating wastewater before letting it out in the environment.
• The non-corrosive and cost-effective nature of UV disinfection is expected to bode well for the market in the near future

Asia Pacific to Offer Lucrative Opportunities as Emerging Economies Strive to Improve Water Supply

• The global UV disinfection equipment market is segmented into Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and Rest of World
• North America is expected lead the global UV disinfection equipment market in the upcoming years, as the U.S. accounted for nearly 36.7% of the total revenue. Strong presence of disinfecting companies that are adopting better and cleaner technologies is expected to propel the North America UV disinfection equipment market.
• Asia Pacific UV disinfection equipment market is expected to show phenomenal growth, as emerging economies such as India and China are facing water problems
• Growing population, increasing pollution, and rising demand for safer water supply in the face of scarcity of water are projected to drive the demand for UV disinfection equipment across Asia Pacific

COVID-19 Outbreak to Boost Growth Prospects for UV Disinfection Equipment Market Players

• The growing prevalence of the coronavirus pandemic has compelled many countries to revamp their sanitization measures. Furthermore, the global populace is becoming aware of the threat of the virus and adopting self-sanitization measures.
• Companies in the UV disinfection equipment market developed devices that sanitized various items such as wallets, smartphones, etc. through UV light. These aspects fueled the growth prospects of the UV disinfection equipment market. As a result, the pandemic has a positive effect on market growth.
• COVID-19 care centers around the world are also using UV disinfection equipment extensively for frequent sanitization. Multiplying virus transmission and inclining number of care centers will accelerate the growth prospects of the UV disinfection equipment market to a great extent.
• Rapid urbanization and industrialization across various regions has propelled the need for clean and safe water
• Wastewater treatment in densely populated countries has gained immense traction. Growing focus of government bodies of numerous countries on wastewater treatment will serve as a vital growth factor for the UV disinfection equipment market across the assessment period of 2021-2031
• UV disinfection devices make use of UV-C light to create and develop a germicidal effect. Growing influence of UV disinfection equipment across various applications in food & beverages, wastewater treatment, healthcare, and others will serve as prominent growth boosters during the forecast period.
• Demand for ultrapure water is increasing considerably. Semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries use ultrapure water on a large scale. Rising disposable income and purchasing power parity of a massive share of the global populace is driving the demand for electronic appliances. As semiconductors are used in electronic appliances, these factors bode well for the growth of the UV disinfection equipment market.

UV Disinfection Equipment Market Players

Some of the leading players operating in the global UV disinfection equipment market are

• Severn Trent Plc
• Calgon Carbon Corp.
• Trojan Technologies
• Xylem Inc.
• Atlantic Ultraviolet Corp.
• First Light Technologies Ltd.
• Aquionics
• Atlantium Technologies Ltd.
• Green Water Technologies
• General Lighting
• Evoqua Water Technologies LLC
• Advanced UV, Inc.
• Enaqua
• Hydro-Photon

UV Disinfection Equipment Market Snapshot

UV Disinfection Equipment Market – Segmentation

TMR’s research study assesses the global UV disinfection equipment market in terms of application and region. This report presents extensive market dynamics and trends associated with different segments of the market and how they are influencing growth prospects of the global UV disinfection equipment market.