Rotary Lobe Pump Market Size, Share & COVID-19 Impact Analysis By Flow Rate (Up to 1000L/h, 1000 – 50,000 L/h, 50,001 – 200,000 L/h, 200,001 – 600,000 L/h and Above 600,000 L/h), By Application (Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Wastewater Management, Pulp & Paper, Chemical, Petroleum and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2022-2029

The global rotary lobe pump market size was USD 0.75 billion in 2021. The market is projected to grow from USD 0.77 billion in 2022 to USD 1.10 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 5.1% in the 2022-2029 period. The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with rotary lobe pumps experiencing a lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. Based on our analysis, the market exhibited a lower growth of -12.1% in 2020 as compared to 2019.

This pump is a type of positive-displacement pump. The working principle of this pump uses two or more lobes rotating around parallel shafts in the pump’s body to move liquids. Its applications include chemical, food & beverage, pulp and paper, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology.  

COVID-19 IMPACT  

COVID-19 Pandemic Severely Effects on Demand of Pumps to Hinder Rotary Lobe Pump Market Growth

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted almost every global industry worldwide, and the pandemic has left a significant long-term impact on the pump industry globally.

The government has imposed lockdown across many countries in the world. The pump industry was forced to close operations due to lockdown. The pandemic severely hit major industries, and as per Fortune, around 94% of Fortune 1,000 manufacturers were impacted due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Apart from these, various other end-user industries like paper and pulp, waste management, and others were negatively impacted by the pandemic. The wastewater management industry was kept on a halt, and various projects were delayed due to the global pandemic.

In November 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the deployment of the wastewater treatment facility under construction in Buzzards Bay. The delay in several projects impacted the demand of these pumps.

LATEST TRENDS

Technological Advancements Specifically Incorporation of Information Technology Services into Pump Designs

Pump manufacturers are attempting to build high-efficiency, low-cost pumps while capitalizing on the growing relevance of new technology in industrial sectors. Major key market players in the market are expected to embrace approaches to integrating software-as-a-Service (SaaS) models and other IT services with traditional rotary pump design to provide value-added qualities to rotary pumps. The IoT (Internet of Things) and Industry 4.0 are two cutting-edge technologies gaining interest in industrial automation.

Furthermore, the design innovation reduces pulsation while maintaining the durability and simplicity of the bi-lobe rotors, which are excellent for solids handling, accelerates a lucrative opportunity for the key players.

DRIVING FACTORS

Increased Utilization in Several Industrial Applications and Power Generation to Spur Market Growth

Rapid industrialization and urbanization, rising infrastructure development investments, increased demand for freshwater, as well as packaged drinking water bottles, accelerating the usage of lobe pumps. Furthermore, various applications such as food applications handling solid food, and pumping of thick, dense material in the oil and gas industry have all contributed to an increase in lobe pumps sale globally and a shift in the lobe pump market sales pattern. This is projected to increase a competitive landscape in the developing-country rotary pump market, which will remain highly concentrated among leading rotary pump manufacturers.

Technological Advancements and Operational Efficiencies Accelerating the Demand for Pumps Globally

The adoption of advanced technology in the manufacture of lobe pumps for agricultural and heavy industrial use has increased the global market share of lobe pumps. Many companies involved in the manufacturing of polymers, soaps and surfactants, paints and dyes, rubber and adhesives, and rubber and adhesives require lobe pumps extensively. Lobe pumps are popular in these various industries because they offer superior hygienic qualities, high efficiency, reliability, and corrosion resistance, among other things, which has accelerated the global expansion of the lobe pump market.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Fluctuating Cost of the Raw Material Drives Hike in Rotary Lobe Pump Prices Stymie Industry Expansion

The rotary pump includes a drive shaft, outer pressure containment tube, and lobe made from stainless steel. Key stakeholders face a diverse new set of difficulties, including a global pandemic that has resulted in radical adjustments in demand, purchasing patterns, cost to serve, and perceived value across sectors and value chains, resulting in sharp increases in the price of rotary lobe pumps.

SEGMENTATION

By Flow Rate Analysis

50,001-200,000 L/h Segment Held Major Market Share in 2021 Due to Increasing Application in End-user Industry

Based on flow rate, the global market is segmented into Up to 1000 L/h, 1000 – 50,000 L/h, 50,001 – 200,000 L/h, 200,001 – 600,000 L/h, and Above 600,000 L/h. 50,001-200,000 L/h held the major share of the global market. The segment has wide application in different industries like chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, paper, pulp, etc. These are highly efficient and less expensive as they are medium-sized.

Up to 1,000 L/h and 1000-50,000 L/h segment is likely to contribute significantly to the market's growth during the forecast period. The demand for these pumps is widely increasing due to increasing industrialization across the globe. The pumps are used for sanitation purposes in the market. The increasing demand for fresh water also increases the installation of such capacity flow rate pumps.

By Application Analysis

Food & Beverage Application Held the Dominant Share of the Market Due to Rising Hygiene Concerns Globally

Based on application, the global market can be segmented into food & beverage, pharmaceutical, wastewater management, pulp & paper, chemical, petroleum, and others. The food & beverage segment accounted for a majority of the market share. The people are demanding highly hygienic packaged food & beverages. The industry is focusing on increasing the variety of food & beverage products, and the manufacturers are also increasing in this sector.

The wastewater management sector is likely to contribute significantly during the forecast period. The awareness about hygienic and sanitation has been increasing. More than 16,000 wastewater management plants are currently functioning in the U.S. Various new wastewater treatment plants are planned in this region.

Pharmaceutical is another major application of the market. The countries such as Japan, China, and India are focusing on the in-house production of many drugs. This increases the demand and installation of lobe pumps in the pharma industry.

REGIONAL INSIGHTS

North America led the global market in 2021. The U.S. is the major country in North America, and the food industry is undergoing a transition. The U.S. pharmaceutical is the largest pharmaceutical market in the world. Moreover, more than 1200 wastewater plants were operating in Canada by 2017. Over 6,000 water pump stations were installed in the country. The number of wastewater treatment plants has been increasing since then.

Europe is likely to contribute significantly during the forecast period. Germany is the accounts for the largest market share in the European market. The number of wastewater treatment projects is rising significantly due to increasing awareness about the proper water treatment simultaneously, leading to the demand for pumps in the region.

In Asia Pacific region, the China is one of the largest producers of lobe pumps, and the country produces pumps used in all the applications.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Participants to Concentrate on Expanding Production Capacities

The global market is highly fragmented due to a large number of players. Currently, Börger GmbH, Alfa Laval AB, NETZSCH Group, and Vogelsang GmbH & Co. KG account for a significant share in the global market.

• In July 2021, Börger GmbH launched the new BLUEline Nova Rotary Lobe Pump. The BLUEline Nova is available with and, for the first time, also without casing protection.

List of Key Companies Profiled:

• Börger GmbH (Germany)


• Alfa Laval AB (Sweden)


• NETZSCH Group (Germany)


• GEA Group (Germany)


• Vogelsang GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)


• SPX FLOW, Inc. (U.S.)


• LobePro (U.S.)


• Verder Liquids BV (Netherlands)


• INOXPA Group (Spain)


• Wright Flow Technologie (U.S.)


• ZEILFELDER Pumps (Germany)


• Fristam Pumpen GmbH (Germany)


• KSB (India)


• Xylem (U.S.)

KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS:

• In October 2021, Packo Inox Ltd, a Belgian pump manufacturer, has launched the ZLC rotary lobe pump specifically for the pharmaceutical, biotech and cosmetics industries.


• In December 2018, the Verder Group, which major business is manufacturing and sale of pumps and laboratory equipment, has acquired JEC Ltd, one of the major South Korean pump manufacturer.

REPORT COVERAGE

The market research report provides a detailed rotary lobe pump market analysis of the market and focuses on key aspects such as leading companies and leading flow rate, and the application of the product. Besides this, the report offers insights into the current market trends and highlights key industry developments. In addition to the aforementioned factors, the report encompasses several factors that have contributed to the growth of the advanced market over recent years.

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