The level sensor market is expected to reach USD 4.3 billion in 2023 to USD 8.6 billion by 2033. The global level sensor market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 7% from 2023 to 2033.
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| 2023 Market Value | USD 4.3 billion |
| 2033 Market Value | USD 8.6 billion |
| CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 7% |
| Share of Top 5 Market Players | 30% |
The level sensor accounted for almost 5.0% market share of the global sensor market. The global market for the level sensor is anticipated to be fueled by factors such as the rapid adoption of industrial automation, and the integration of IoT sensors in level measurement applications.
The reduction in size and the growing penetration of micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) technology in the level sensors industry have created a wide horizon of applications. The fast-track adoption of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in various industries, referred to as industrial revolution 4.0, has proved to be a catalyst for the level sensor market.
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The global level sensor market was valued at USD 4.1 billion in 2022. The demand for level sensors rose at a CAGR of 6% during the period from 2018 to 2022. Level sensors are becoming a major choice for automation in industries with large-scale manufacturing and storage of liquids or powdered materials.
Collectively, Western Europe and the Asia Pacific Excluding Japan regions are likely to account for the majority of revenue shares in the level sensor market by 2033. The oil & gas segment is set to register the highest market share of around 19.7% in the global level sensor market in 2022.
Sensor technology advancements create new growth opportunities for the level sensor market. Continuous developments and implementation of new technologies such as laser and ultrasonic technologies in level sensor devices are creating opportunities for growth for the level sensor market.
The rising adoption of smart sensors capable of self-diagnosis and two-way communication is projected to drive market growth. For instance, applications such as water conservation make use of digital technology and can be connected to microcontrollers to monitor water capacity and usage.
Moreover, growing industrial wireless technology helps to implement various features in level sensors for wastewater treatment and water tank applications. For instance, Vega Grieshaber KG introduced a process sensor ‘PLICSCOM’ with wireless operations.
Plicscom has Bluetooth functionality, which provides diagnostics and facilities operations. This process sensor is used for level measurement in wastewater treatment and pump station applications, as well as stormwater overflow tanks.
The ability to offer higher efficiency, accuracy, maintenance, and easy installation is estimated to augment the level sensor market growth across the globe. Additionally, vendors have been resorting to significant developments in terms of new product launches, which have been suggestive of the same.
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Currently, the United States market anticipates the largest consumption of level sensors in the North American region, and is expected to account for a market share of around 88% in 2023. The United States market for the level sensor is expected to expand 1.4X by 2033.
The United States market witnessed significant growth in level sensor sales, driven by the increased investments in automation and focus on the efficiency of processes across the pharmaceutical, oil, and gas, and food processing industries. Vendors in the region are investing in expanding their level sensor product portfolio to cater to the growing demands.
China is set to register exponential growth of level sensors in the global level sensor market with a CAGR of 10.5% from 2023 to 2033. The Chinese market is anticipated to create an absolute dollar opportunity of USD 400 million between 2023 & 2033.
This growth is attributed to the combination of advanced signal conditioning together with packaging techniques and a high-technology sensor that provides an ideal extensive solution for accurate, reliable, and economical level measurements.
Increasing demand in new and existing manufacturing industries in China is expected to boost the performance of the market during the forecast period. The need to detect the presence and absence of bulk solid material over a wide range of material densities is driving the level sensor market growth.
Brazil's market is set to report significant adoption of the level sensor in the Latin America region, and the market size is expected to grow by 1.2X between 2023 & 2033. Brazil's level sensor market is anticipated to create an absolute dollar opportunity of USD 23 million from 2023 to 2033.
Increasing investment in research activities and government initiatives to implement optical fiber technology in level sensing applications is driving the demand in the country. The presence of various small and medium-sized players in the Brazil and rising adoption of industrial wireless technologies in the country is driving the growth of the market.
The rising automatic liquid level sensing technologies trend is estimated to propel the growth of the market in Brazil.
The ultrasonic level sensor segment by technology is projected to dominate the level sensor demand and hold the highest market share of nearly 17% in 2023. The ultrasonic technology segment is expected to register an incremental $ opportunity of USD 475 million between 2023 & 2033.
Ultrasonic level sensors measure substance levels based on the travel time of ultrasonic pulses to the surface of the medium and back. When installing the sensor, the typical block distance between the surface of the medium and the source of the ultrasonic pulse has to be considered. Thus, the ultrasonic technology segment is projected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period.
The liquid application media segment accounted for more than half of the overall demand for the level sensor in 2022. The increasing demand for liquid level measurement for chemical and petrochemical industries has been recently driving the growth of the level sensor market.
These are also used to detect the level of water in cooling circuits for nuclear power plants. The need for accurate level sensors and high precision, in industrial as well as commercial applications, is a significant factor driving the growth of the global level sensor market.
The point-level monitoring type segment is likely to witness high CAGR growth of around 6.7% during the forecast period. Increasing usage point level sensor to detect the presence and absence of bulk solid material over a very wide range of material densities is driving the demand.
Point level monitoring type increases the demand for leak detection or preventing run-dry or overspill situations, which is in turn driving the growth of the level sensor market.
In terms of value, the non-contact level sensors by device type are expected to create an incremental opportunity of around USD 863.6 million during the forecast period. Increasing usage of non-contact type level sensor for continuous non-contact level measurements is driving the demand, as compared to contact level sensors.
These sensors possess long lifespans and require less maintenance to make them work properly, along with being corrosion-resistant. These characteristics make users highly prefer the non-contact device type, thereby comprising a key segment of the global level sensor market.
The market size of the oil & gas sector by industry is set to expand by 1.6X by 2033. The oil & gas segment is set to register an absolute dollar opportunity of USD 500 million between 2023 & 2033.
The oil and gas sector is one of the most significant end users of level sensors, globally. With the growing crude oil production in some geographies, such as the United States of America & GCC countries, the need for level sensors is expected to surge. The extensive use of these sensors for downstream processing plants and monitoring storage units has maintained a constant demand for level sensors from the sector.
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The global level sensor industry serves a highly fragmented competitive landscape. The market is witnessing a trend of acquisition of small sensor technology vendors by the major players, along with intense competition due to the demand for highly efficient products among the players. Product developments continue to be the key focal point of manufacturers in line with their key strategy to boost their market shareholdings.
| Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
| Market value in 2022 | USD 4.1 billion |
| 2023 Market Value | USD 4.3 billion |
| 2033 Market Value | USD 8.6 billion |
| CAGR% (2023 to 2033) | 7% |
| Share of top 5 players | Around 30% |
| Forecast Period | 2023 to 2033 |
| Historical Data Available for | 2018 to 2022 |
| Market Analysis | USD million for Value |
| Key regions covered |
North America; Latin America; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; South Asia & Pacific; East Asia; Middle East & Africa |
| Key countries covered |
United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, Poland, Russia, Czech Republic, Romania, India, Bangladesh, Australia, New Zealand, China, Japan, South Korea, GCC Countries, South Africa, Israel |
| Key market segments covered |
Technology, Application Media, Monitoring Type, Device Type, Industry, Region |
| Key companies profiled |
ABB; WIKA Group; Emerson Electric; Endress+Hauser AG; Anderson-Negele; SICK AG; Aplus Finetek Sensor, Inc.; Pepperl+Fuchs; AMETEK, Inc.; Honeywell International Inc.; Vega Grieshaber Kg; FAFNIR GmbH; Senix Corporation; First Sensor; BinMaster (Garner Industries); Waterline Controls; Ifm Electronic GmbH; PIC GmbH; Nohken, Inc. |
| Customization & pricing | Available upon request |
The projected revenue of the market by 2033 is USD 8.6 billion.
The market CAGR for 2033 is projected to be 7%.
Honeywell, ABB, and Emerson are the key market players.
The market is estimated to secure a valuation of USD 4.3 billion in 2023.
North America is growing fast due to the increasing demand for level sensors.
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 Technology 5.1. Ultrasonic 5.2. Capacitance 5.3. Conductive 5.4. Pneumatic 5.5. Vibratory Probe 5.6. Optical 5.7. Microwave/Radar 5.8. Magnetostrictive 5.9. Hydrostatic 5.10. Magnetic and Mechanical probe 5.11. Guided wave 5.12. Laser 5.13. Nuclear 5.14. Air bubbler 5.15. Load cell 6. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Application Media 6.1. Solid 6.2. Liquid 7. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Monitoring Type 7.1. Point Level 7.2. Continuous Level 8. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Device Type 8.1. Contact Type 8.2. Non-contact Type 9. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Industry 9.1. Chemicals & Petrochemicals 9.2. Pharmaceutical 9.3. Energy & Power 9.4. Oil & Gas 9.5. Waste & Wastewater Treatment 9.6. Food & Beverages 9.7. Others 10. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 10.1. North America 10.2. Latin America 10.3. Western Europe 10.4. Eastern Europe 10.5. South Asia and Pacific 10.6. East Asia 10.7. Middle East and Africa 11. North America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 12. Latin America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 13. Western Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 14. Eastern Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 15. South Asia and Pacific Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 16. East Asia Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 17. Middle East and Africa Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 18. Key Countries Market Analysis 19. Market Structure Analysis 20. Competition Analysis 20.1. ABB 20.2. WIKA Group 20.3. Emerson Electric 20.4. Endress+Hauser AG 20.5. Anderson-Negele 20.6. SICK AG 20.7. Aplus Finetek Sensor, Inc. 20.8. Pepperl+Fuchs 20.9. AMETEK, Inc. 20.10. Honeywell International Inc. 20.11. Vega Grieshaber Kg 20.12. FAFNIR GmbH 20.13. Senix Corporation 20.14. First Sensor 20.15. BinMaster (Garner Industries) 20.16. Waterline Controls 20.17. Ifm Electronic GmbH 20.18. PIC GmbH 20.19. Nohken, Inc. 21. Assumptions & Acronyms Used 22. Research Methodology
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