Air Cushion Machine Market Outlook (2023 to 2033)

The air cushion machine market is projected to be valued at USD 511.1 million in 2023 and is expected to rise to USD 809.1 million by 2033. The sales of air cushion machines are expected to record a significant CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period.

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North America is considered a highly lucrative air cushion machine market, driven primarily by its utilization across different manufacturing industries focusing on developing a supply chain. The increasing market for online shopping apps in the United States is leading to increased demand for the market in the region. Increasing e-retail industries boost the growth of the air cushion machine industry.

The use of plastic films in the production process of air cushions significantly hampers the growth in the market due to the presence of laws against the use of plastic in many countries.

Attributes Details
Market CAGR 4.7%
Market Valuation (2023) USD 511.1 million
Market Valuation (2033) USD 809.1 million

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Which Drivers Underpin Air Cushion Machine Industry Expansion?

Increasing technological advancements in the packaging industry boost the growth of the air cushion machine market in the coming years. The increased demand for air cushions on the backdrop of their ability to protect the packed products drives the demand of the market.

Manufacturers of various end-use industries are focusing on strengthening their supply chain network, and protective packaging is playing an important role in the process, increasing the demand for air cushions and positively influencing the growth in the air cushion machine market. Being lightweight and compatible with production processes are some other factors boosting the growth in the air cushion machine market.

Which Factors are Limiting the Growth of the Air Cushion Machine Market?

Although the air cushion machines market has numerous end-uses, numerous obstacles likely pose a challenge to market growth. The availability of other alternatives, like paper packaging, may hinder the growth of the air cushion machine market. The stringent government rules and regulations towards the use of plastic are expected to hamper the growth of the air cushion machine market in the forecasting year.

Also, the high cost of air cushion packaging is considered another restraining. In addition, the increasing use of substitutes for air cushions, such as molded fiber trays and foam, is further reducing the use of air cushions and may hinder the growth of the market.

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Country-wise Insight

North America May Hold a Significant Position in the Global Air Cushion Machine Industry?

North America was the leading market for air cushion machines market, and the trend is expected to continue into the forecast period owing to the increasing disposable incomes and growing demand for consumer electronics in the region. The growing demand for air cushion machines for safe packaging purposes due to the increase in online shopping applications is expected to augment the market. As per Future Market Insight's analysis, the North American region is forecast to have a 35% total share of the market.

North America is expected to be the next dominant region, witnessing high adoption rates for the air cushion machine market during the forecast period. With a high concentration of manufacturing industries in North America, demand for the air cushion machines market is anticipated to rise.

How Growth of the European Air Cushion Machine Industry May Unfold?

According to Future Market Insights, Europe is expected to provide immense growth opportunities for the air cushion machines market due to the growing e-consumer awareness in the region. The air cushion machines market is expected to witness sustained growth over the forecast period.

The European air cushion machines market accounts for the second-leading share of the global air cushion machine market, registering a 24% share. Advancements in packaging technology are fueling regional market growth. Increasing the use of online shopping applications directly increase the demand for air cushion packaging solution, which boost the growth of the market in the region.

Category-wise Insights

In June 2021, United States-based packaging company Sealed Air invested more than USD 30 million in its Automated Packaging Systems (APS) brand to modernize and expand the capacity of its facilities. The investments see Sealed Air install ‘touchless’ automation and proprietary digital printing technologies at its APS facilities in Streetsboro and Bedford Heights, Ohio, and Keyser, West Virginia.

In March 2021, Kite Packaging Ltd expanded its product portfolio with a wide range of filler and wrapper cushions with air on demand and used 100% recyclable film. The range now comprises three unique systems, allowing customers to purchase a system specifically suited to the size and volumes.

In February 2021, German packaging firm Storopack unveiled a new paper cushion system for applications requiring high throughput and secure packaging material. The PAPERplus Track system provides paper cushions directly at the packing station, ensuring effective padding. PAPERplus Track can be used to package 5kg to 50kg products.

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Scope of Report

Attribute Details
Forecast Period 2023 to 2033
Historical Data Available for 2018 to 2022
Market Analysis USD million for Value
Key Countries Covered United States, Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, GCC Countries, Northern Africa, and South Africa
Key Segments Covered Operating Speed, End Use, Region
Key Companies Profiled Hangzhou Bing Jia Technology Co. Ltd.; Zhuhai E-One Science and Technology Co. Ltd.; D.J Hoogstraten; Shandong Xinyi Environmental Protection Technology Co. Ltd.; Airpack; Ameson Packaging; Focus Technology Co. Ltd.; Technology International; Sealed Air; AirPackagingMachine
Report Coverage Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, DROT Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives
Customization & Pricing Available upon Request

Segmentaion

By Operating Speed :

  • Air Cushion Machines <50 CPM
  • Air Cushion Machines from 50 to 100 CPM
  • Air Cushion Machines >100 CPM

By End Use :

  • Electrical & Electronic Industry
  • E-retail Industry
  • Shipping & Logistics Industry
  • Consumer Goods Industry
  • Others

By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • South Asia & Pacific
  • East Asia
  • The Middle East & Africa (MEA)

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much the Sales of Air Cushion Machine Might be Worth by 2033?

The sales of air cushion machine are anticipated to be worth USD 809.1 million by 2033.

What is the Growth Potential of the Market?

The growth potential of the market is 4.7% through 2033.

Which Factors Encourage Long-term Market Growth?

Increasing demand for primary and secondary packaging, in conjunction with expanding manufacturing industries is fueling market growth.

Which Factors Consolidate the Product Sales?

Technological advances and growing concerns about products in transit are consolidating the sales of air cushion machines.

Based on Operating Speed, Which Air Cushion Speed is Extensively Deployed?

Air cushion machines > 100 CPM is being extensively deployed.

Table of Content
	1. Executive Summary
	2. Market Overview
	3. Market Background
	4. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033
	5. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Operating Speed
		5.1. <50 CPM
		5.2. 50 – 100 CPM
		5.3. >100 CPM
	6. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By End-Use
		6.1. Electrical & Electronic Industry
		6.2. E-retail Industry
		6.3. Shipping & Logistics Industry
		6.4. Consumer Goods Industry
		6.5. Others
	7. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region
		7.1. North America
		7.2. Latin America
		7.3. Western Europe
		7.4. Eastern Europe
		7.5. South Asia and Pacific
		7.6. East Asia
		7.7. Middle East and Africa
	8. North America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	9. Latin America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	10. Western Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	11. Eastern Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	12. South Asia and Pacific Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	13. East Asia Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	14. Middle East and Africa Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	15. Key Countries Market Analysis
	16. Market Structure Analysis
	17. Competition Analysis
		17.1. Hangzhou Bing Jia Technology Co. Ltd.
		17.2. Zhuhai E-One Science and Technology Co. Ltd.
		17.3. D.J Hoogstraten
		17.4. Shandong Xinyi Environmental Protection Technology Co. Ltd.
		17.5. Airpack
		17.6. Ameson Packaging
		17.7. Focus Technology Co. Ltd.
		17.8. Technology International
		17.9. Sealed Air
		17.10. AirPackagingMachine
	18. Assumptions & Acronyms Used
	19. Research Methodology
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