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The food spray drying equipment market size is estimated to grow by USD 618.62 million between 2022 and 2027 and the size of the market is forecast to increase at a CAGR of 5.01%. The growth of the market depends on several factors, the rise in the adoption of infant formula, the expansion of plants in the food processing industry, and the growing market for fortified and RTE food products.
Market Forecast 2023-2027
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Our researchers studied the data for years, with 2022 as the base year and 2023 as the estimated year, and presented the key drivers, trends, and challenges for the market.
The rise in the adoption of infant formula is driving growth in the food spray equipment market. The infant formula is made in powder form and easily digests when fed as an alternative to breastfeeding. It is widely used as an alternative given its high nutritional content, factors such as changes in consumer lifestyle and the increasing number of working mothers have driven the usage of infant formula. As the infant formula that was manufactured in China had been detected to be contaminated with melamine, there has been a strong demand by children's parents for products made abroad. This has caused serious health problems in babies. Due to this, the imports of infant formula to China from other countries have increased.
Moreover, these are used to manufacture infant formula, and this is because of the growing demand for infant formula. Thus, manufacturers will increase production and also try to expand production plants in countries such as China. This will create opportunities for the installation of new spray drying equipment in newly constructed plants in such countries during the forecast period.
The application of spray drying equipment for food encapsulation is a primary trend in the market. The microencapsulation of food materials has also largely been carried out by spraying dryers. The use of spraying dryers for encapsulation was justified by the fact that it is permanent, fluid, and more economically viable. Encapsulation helps to immobilize enzymes in food materials, which will reduce contamination. The bitter taste, smell, and astringency of polyphenols can also be masked using this technique. The majority of the encapsulated food products are prepared using spray drying. Encapsulation of spray dryers is applied to the preparation of dehydrated powders such as immediate drinks mix, skimmed milk powder, and so on.
Moreover, the encapsulation of anthocyanins is carried out using spray drying. Anthocyanins can be applied as food coloring agents or functional ingredients. Anthocyanins are also known to have a variety of anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and chemoprotection properties. Different carriers are used for the microencapsulation of various food products. Maltodextrin is one of the commonly used carriers used in the microencapsulation of various food products. These developments are expected to drive the growth of the market during the forecast period.
The stringent rules and regulations for food spray drying are a major challenge in the market. Several organizations in the food sector have imposed various rules and regulations to spray dry foodstuffs. Manufacturers must comply with a wide range of production safety and hygiene regulations. Many manufacturers are also trying to produce food products that conform to regulations of the Jewish dietary law. Manufacturers have to follow hygienic equipment design. The explosible dust in the food industry includes dried milk, instant coffee, flour, custard powder, soup powder, and potato powder.
However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) suggests that strict Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP) practices must be followed to manufacture food products in manufacturing plants. In order to avoid contamination, these facilities should have sufficient space for the appropriate placement of equipment and materials. Some manufacturers face difficulties in complying with these regulations, and they also have to incur additional costs. Such factors are expected to be a challenge for the growth of the market during the forecast period.
The milk products segment will account for a major share of the market's growth during the forecast period. For the drying of milk, FSDE is especially used for powder production. Skimmed milk powder, whole milk powder, casein, infant formula, ice cream mix, whey permeate, and whey protein concentrate are some of the various milk products produced using spray drying technology. Milk contains a large amount of water and is highly perishable. It has a short shelf life. Thus, spray drying is used to remove the water and preserve milk products by eliminating microorganisms, which increases the shelf life.
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The milk product segment was valued at USD 705.89 million in 2017 and continued to grow until 2021. If milk products are spray-dried, they shall be reconstituted or blended in the solution when it is required for consumption. SprayDried milk products have become popular over the past few years in many countries, for example, infant formula and dairy powders. An increase in demand for such products will help increase the production of spray-dried products, which, in turn, will increase the sales of new spray-drying equipment hence driving the growth of the market in focus during the forecast period.
Based on the product, the market has been segmented into two-stage spray dryers, multi-stage spray dryers, and single-stage spray dryers. The two-stage spays dryers segment will account for the largest share of this segment. It is widely used for industrial purposes for drying food materials and other products. Due to the numerous advantages provided, e.g. greater evaporation and lower operational costs, better quality products, this method of spray drying has an advantageous advantage over that used by Single Stage Spray Dryers. It's helpful to boost the flow of powder and also reduce dust as a result of the formation of larger particles. This segment is expected to continue being the leading product sub-segment, hence driving the growth of the marker in focus during the forecast period.
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APAC is estimated to contribute 37% to the growth by 2027. Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends, drivers, and challenges that are expected to shape the market during the forecast period. APAC will exhibit the second-fastest growth for FSDE during the forecast period. This can be due to the development of dairy products such as milk powder and infant formulae in various countries within this region, e.g. China and India. In China, the demand for instant coffee is also strong. The increase in urbanization in developing countries such as India and China has led to a change in consumer lifestyle, which has led to changes in eating habits. There has been an increase in the consumption of products such as fortified food products with high nutritional value. This has resulted in a rise in demand for food processing equipment, such as FSDE, in various food processing facilities during the forecast period.
Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market.
Acmefil Engineering Systems Pvt. Ltd. - The company offers Lab scale pilot spray dryers, Rotary atomizer-type spray dryers, and Effluent spray dryers.
Advanced Drying Systems - The company offers an SS spray dryer and a Pilot spray dryer.
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The market report forecasts market growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels and provides an analysis of the latest market growth and trends and growth opportunities from 2017 to 2027.
The Market is witnessing a surge in demand due to the increasing popularity of processed food products and the adoption of spray drying techniques across industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. Spray drying offers numerous benefits, including longer shelf life, reduced transportation costs, and enhanced product quality.
The process involves converting liquid or slurry-based feedstock into a dry powder form using components such as atomizers, dryers, air filters, and cyclones. Major drivers of the market include the growing consumption of processed foods and powdered supplements, driven by changes in consumer lifestyles.
Companies like Dedert and EverGrain are leading innovators in spray drying technologies, offering solutions for food additive manufacturing and other industries. However, high installation and operational costs pose restraints, while infrastructural challenges in developing countries present additional challenges. Despite this, there are ample opportunities for innovative product development and application in pharmaceuticals and ceramic industries, supported by government organizations like the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). Innovations in spray drying, such as the use of supercritical CO2 encapsulation facilities and closed-cycle spray dryer processes, are driving the market towards more efficient and environmentally friendly solutions.
Food Spray Drying Equipment Market Scope |
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Report Coverage |
Details |
Page number |
189 |
Base year |
2022 |
Historic period |
2017-2021 |
Forecast period |
2023-2027 |
Growth momentum & CAGR |
Accelerate at a CAGR of 5.01% |
Market growth 2023-2027 |
USD 618.62 million |
Market structure |
Fragmented |
YoY growth 2022-2023(%) |
3.77 |
Regional analysis |
APAC, Europe, North America, South America, and Middle East and Africa |
Performing market contribution |
APAC at 37% |
Key countries |
US, China, Japan, Germany, and the UK |
Competitive landscape |
Leading Vendors, Market Positioning of Vendors, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks |
Key companies profiled |
Acmefil Engineering Systems Pvt. Ltd., Advanced Drying Systems, BUCHI Labortechnik AG, Carrier Process Equipment Group Inc., Changzhou Jinqiao Spray Drying and Engineering Co. Ltd., Changzhou Lemar Drying Engineering Co. Ltd., Durr AG, Freund Vector Corp., G. Larsson Starch Technology AB, GEA Group AG, Hemraj Engineering India LLP, Labplant UK Ltd., New AVM Systech Pvt. Ltd., Saka Engineering Systems Pvt. Ltd., Shandong Tianli Energy Co. Ltd., SiccaDania, SPX FLOW Inc., Tetra Laval SA, and Yamato Scientific Co. Ltd. |
Market dynamics |
Parent market analysis, Market forecasting, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, and Market condition analysis for the forecast period. |
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