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Automated loading and unloading systems are used to speed up a process in every production and warehousing facility. Typically, the forklift process of loading a full trailer takes time around 30-45 minutes. A complete loading and unloading process involves at least one or more auto-loading and unloading docks and a unique system trailer. Once the docks are connected to an existing conveyor or integrated with automotive ground vehicles (AGVs), the complete loading procedure can be made fully automatic with zero human interaction in the near future.
The rapid growth in the demand for automation to reduce human involvement and increase work efficiency will drive the market's growth. Also, the increased awareness of the safety of the work environment and development in the optimization of the logistics supply chain is expected to boost the growth of the market. As compared to conventional loading systems, the automated truck loading system market is comparatively cost-efficient in operations. These are some of the major factors driving the growth of the market. Factors such as the high cost of capital investment required for the installation of the automation process and the availability of cheap labor in the market, especially in the APAC region, are estimated to be the key restraining factors that may hamper the growth of the market.
Key Market Driver -
the cost effective operations and less human involvement offered by automated truck loading system are some of the major factors driving the growth of the market.
Key Market Restraint -
the availability of cheap labor and unorganized automated infrastructure are some of the major factors restraining the growth of the market
The global automated truck loading system market is segmented by loading Dock, software and service, system type, industry, and region. Based on the loading dock, the global market is further sub-segmented into an Enclosed dock, Flush dock, and Sawtooth dock. The sawtooth dock segment is anticipated to exhibit substantial growth during the forecast period. Factors attributed to the growth of this segment include an increase in the acceptance of sawtooth-designed loading docks for more efficient loading and unloading processes. These docks are used in industries where there is an ample amount of space constraint for loading and unloading operations. Flush loading docks are projected to have the largest market size among all the other sub-segments. Some of the key reasons for the growth of this segment include the common acceptance of the flush dock design by various industries. Based on software, the market is sub-segmented into software and services. The software segment is projected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period. The rapid development in automation technology is a major factor driving the growth of the sub-segment. Based on system type, the market is sub-segmented into chain conveyor systems, slat conveyor systems, belt conveyor Systems, Skate Conveyor Systems, roller track systems, and Automated Guided Vehicles. The belt conveyor systems segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period. The belt conveyor system is used in a variety of fields ranging from automotive to food industries, the varied use of these conveyors in different sectors is expected to drive the market for the sub-segment. Based on industry, the automotive industry accounted for the largest market share in 2020. The primary factor responsible for the growth of this industry includes the extensive deployment of automatic truck loading systems in warehousing operations.
Key players in the global market include ATLS Ltd, Actiw Oy, Ancra Systems B.V., Asbreuk Service B.V., BEUMER Group GmbH & Co. KG, Cargo Floor B.V., C&D Skilled Robotics Inc., GEBHARDT Fordertechnik GmbH, HAVER & BOECKER OHG, Joloda International Ltd, Maschinenfabrik Mollers GmbH, Secon Components S.L., VDL Systems B.V.
Geographically, Europe is anticipated to exhibit high growth in the automated truck loading system (ATLS) market. This is due to the increase in the need for automating the truck loading and unloading process by various companies in the market, which adds up to a well-organized logistics supply chain. The APAC automated truck loading system market is projected to grow rapidly during the forecast period. Factors such as the increase in demand for automation and cost-effective operations offered by automated truck loading systems are expected to drive the growth of the market in the region. Europe expected to show steady growth during the forecast period. The organized, automated infrastructure and the presence of several key players of the market in the region are some of the major factors driving the market's growth.
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