Mass Flow Controller (MFC) Market Analysis APAC,North America,Europe,South America,Middle East and Africa - US,China,Japan,Germany,UK - Size and Forecast 2023-2027

Mass Flow Controller Market Size 2023-2027

The mass flow controller (MFC) market is estimated to increase by USD 554.89 million and grow at a CAGR of 5.9% between 2022 and 2027. The market is propelled by surging demand for industrial automation, a thriving semiconductor sector, and the increasing need for renewable energy solutions. However, challenges such as intense price competition, regulatory complexities, and supply chain disruptions hinder its growth trajectory. Despite these obstacles, concerted efforts are being made to address them. Initiatives to enhance cost competitiveness, navigate regulatory landscapes, and fortify supply chains are underway. Collaborative endeavors between industry stakeholders and regulatory bodies play a crucial role in mitigating challenges and fostering sustainable market growth. As the market continues to evolve, proactive measures and strategic partnerships will be essential in overcoming hurdles, ensuring compliance, and sustaining momentum in the dynamic landscape of industrial automation and renewable energy sectors.

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Market Segmentation

This report extensively covers market segmentation by type (exotic alloy, stainless steel, bronze, and brass), end-user (semiconductor, oil and gas, chemical, metal and mining, and others), and geography (APAC, North America, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa). It also includes an in-depth analysis of drivers, trends, and challenges. Furthermore, the report includes historic market data from 2017 to 2021.

Market Segmentation by Type, End-user, Geography 

Type Segment Analysis: 

The exotic alloy segment will account for a major share of the market's growth during the forecast period. The Mass Flow Controller (MFC) market is projected to expand substantially from 2023 to 2027, driven by the pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and semiconductor industries. These sectors require precise flow control, especially in applications involving corrosive materials or challenging environments. Exotic alloys, with their unique properties, are essential for MFC production. Key industries include the biotechnology sector, utilizing Direct and Indirect MFCs for digital signal processing and sensors. The pharmaceutical industry focuses on new drug development and drug pipelines, requiring precise control of medications and clinical medicines. The food sector, marine design enterprises, and hydroponics production also utilize MFCs for gases, liquids, and temperature control. 

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The exotic alloy segment was valued at USD 625.75 million in 2017 and continued to grow until 2021. MFCs are employed in microelectronics, oil and gas, and the chemicals industry for various applications. They are integrated with sensors, humidity sensors, multi-pixel gas sensors, temperature sensors, particulate matter sensors, carbon dioxide sensors, and liquid flow meters. Communication protocols such as Profibus, Profinet, RS-485, Ethercat, Modbus RTU, Device Net, Modbus TCPIP, Foundation Fieldbus, and Analog MFCs facilitate seamless integration. MFCs are used in various industries, including the semiconductors industry, for applications like electromagnetic flow measurement and water-powered systems. They are also crucial in the chemicals industry for handling gases and liquids, ensuring accurate flow control, and maintaining dynamic temperature conditions.

End-user Segment Analysis:

The Mass Flow Controller market is projected to expand substantially from 2023 to 2027, driven by the semiconductor industry's growing demand. In this sector, mass flow controllers play a crucial role in managing the precise flow of gases and liquids during semiconductor manufacturing processes like deposition, etching, and cleaning. These controllers ensure product consistency and quality. Outside the semiconductor industry, mass flow controllers find applications in various sectors. They are integral components in gas meter modules and differential pressure sensors for automation products. Building automation systems and security systems also utilize mass flow controllers, as do life sciences research applications. Application software and controllers work in conjunction with valves to optimize flow control.

Regional Analysis

APAC is estimated to contribute 31% 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. The Mass Flow Controller (MFC) market in APAC is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing demand for automation in industries such as chemicals, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors. MFCs are essential components in various applications, including microelectronics, digital signal processing, sensors, and flow sensors. In the pharmaceutical sector, MFCs are utilized in the production of clinical medicines and drug pipeline development. MFCs come in various types, including Direct and Indirect MFCs, and are used in diverse industries. For instance, Direct MFCs are employed in the biotechnology industry for temperature control in fermentation processes, while Analog MFCs are used in the Chemicals industry for precise liquid flow measurement.

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As a result of the expanding economies of countries such as China, India, and Japan, mass flow controllers are becoming more popular and in demand across various industries such as chemical, oil & gas, and pharmaceuticals. Moreover, MFCs are used in the semiconductors industry, particularly in China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan, which are leading semiconductor manufacturers. In the oil and gas industry, electromagnetic and water-powered MFCs are used for gas and liquid flow control. MFCs are also utilized in the food sector, marine design enterprises, hydroponics production, and other applications that require precise control of gases and liquids. They are equipped with sensors, including temperature sensors, humidity sensors, multi-pixel gas sensors, particulate matter sensors, carbon dioxide sensors, and liquid flow meters, to ensure accurate and efficient control. Communication protocols such as Profibus, Profinet, RS-485, Ethercat, Modbus RTU, Device Net, Modbus TCPIP, Foundation Fieldbus, and Analog MFCs enable seamless integration of MFCs into various industrial systems. Such factors will increase the global MFC market growth in this region during the forecast period.

Technavio’s Exclusive Market Customer Landscape

The report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator’s stage to the laggard’s stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their growth strategies. 

Market Dynamics

The Mass Flow Controller (MFC) market is a significant segment in the semiconductor industry, with extensive applications in medical devices, ventilation systems, industrial electronics, and various other sectors. Semiconductor manufacturers rely on MFCs for wafer cleaning and layer deposition processes, including thin film deposition through Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) and Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) techniques. MFCs play a crucial role in managing the flow rate of gases and liquids in various industries. In healthcare, they are essential for delivering precise amounts of medical gases and clinical medicines. In the food and beverages sector, MFCs ensure consistent flow rates for various ingredients.

Moreover, MFCs are integral to renewable energy systems, such as water-powered turbines and hydroponics production. They are also used in wastewater therapy and oil and gas industries for handling exotic alloys and ensuring oxidation resistance under extreme pressure conditions. The mass flow controller market is driven by the increasing demand for precise flow control in various industries, including healthcare, food and beverages, renewable energy, and industrial electronics. Additionally, the growing focus on waste management infrastructure and the adoption of advanced technologies in semiconductor manufacturing are expected to fuel market growth. Our researchers analyzed the data with 2022 as the base year, along with the key drivers, trends, and challenges. A holistic analysis of drivers will help companies refine their marketing strategies to gain a competitive advantage.   

Key Market Driver

Increasing demand for industrial automation is the key factor driving the growth of the global market. Mass flow controllers are essential components in automated processes, offering precise and accurate control of liquid and gaseous flows. Their significance is evident in industries such as chemical, oil and gas, and food and beverage, where they boost productivity and reduce costs. In the chemical sector, mass flow controllers are utilized for procedures like mixing, blending, and filling, ensuring consistent flow rates and improving product quality. Similarly, in the oil and gas industry, these controllers are employed for applications such as well testing, metering, and pipeline operations, enabling precise fluid flow measurement and control. Additionally, mass flow controllers find applications in building automation systems, security systems, and life sciences research. They integrate seamlessly with gas meter modules, differential pressure sensors, application software, controllers, valves, and other automation products. Such factors are anticipated to fuel the growth of the market during the forecast period.

Significant Market Trend

Increasing use of advanced materials is the primary trend in the global market growth. In the Mass Flow Controller market, the shift towards enhancing performance and reliability is leading to the adoption of advanced materials in their manufacturing. Exotic alloys like Hastelloy and Inconel, and modern polymers such as PTFE and PEEK, offer superior properties compared to conventional materials. These materials provide enhanced corrosion resistance, durability, and strength-to-weight ratios. In applications involving corrosive or aggressive fluids, exotic alloys offer superior resistance. Modern polymers are suitable for harsh environments due to their greater chemical and temperature resistance. The use of advanced materials in mass flow controllers also results in lighter and more compact devices. These benefits are driving their application in gas meter modules, differential pressure sensors, automation products, building automation systems, security systems, application software, controllers, valves, and life sciences research. Such factors are expected to drive the growth of the market during the forecast period.

Major Market Challenge

Price competition is a major challenge in the growth of the global market. In the mass flow controllers market, price competition is a major challenge due to the numerous manufacturers offering comparable products. Factors such as raw material costs, research and development expenses, marketing costs, and overheads must be carefully considered when setting prices to ensure long-term profitability. Gas meter modules, differential pressure sensors, automation products, building automation systems, security systems, application software, controllers, valves, and life sciences research are key applications for mass flow controllers. Manufacturers must strike a balance between competitive pricing and sustainable profit margins to remain competitive in this market. Such factors impede market growth during the forecast period.

Who are the Major Mass Flow Controller Market Players?

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.

Aalborg Instruments and Controls Inc.: The company offers mass flow controllers that are available in flow ranges starting from 0 to 10 SCCM up to 0 to 1000 SLPM with a maximum pressure of 1000 PSIG (70 bars).
Alicat Scientific: The company offers mass flow controllers that are used to measure and control gas flow from 0.5 SCCM to 5,000 SLPM, with accuracy to ±0.5% of reading or ±0.05% of full scale and a control range of 0.01-100% (10,000:1 turndown).

We also have detailed analyses of the market’s competitive landscape and offer information on 20 market companies, including:

• Azbil Corp.
• Bronkhorst High Tech B.V.
• Christian Burkert GmbH and Co. KG
• Dwyer Instruments LLC
• HORIBA Ltd.
• IKS PVD Technology Shenyang Co. Ltd
• KRACHT GmbH
• Kurt J Lesker Co.
• MKS Instruments Inc.
• Perkin Elmer Inc.
• Proterial Ltd.
• Sensirion AG
• shanghai cixi Instruments Co. Ltd.
• Sierra Instruments Inc.
• Teledyne Technologies Inc.

Technavio report provides an in-depth analysis of the market and its players through combined qualitative and quantitative data. The analysis classifies vendors into categories based on their business approaches, including pure-play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified. Vendors are specially categorized into dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak, based on their quantitative data analysis.  Technavio report provides an in-depth analysis of the market and its players through combined qualitative and quantitative data. The analysis classifies vendors into categories based on their business approaches, including pure-play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified. Vendors are specially categorized into dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak, based on their quantitative data analysis.  

Segment Overview

The market research report provides comprehensive data (region wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in "USD Million" for the period 2023 to 2027, as well as historical data from 2017 to 2021 for the following segments.

• Type Outlook
  • Exotic alloy
  • Stainless steel
  • Bronze
  • Brass

• End-user Outlook 
  • Semiconductor
  • Oil and gas
  • Chemical
  • Metal and mining
  • Others

• Region Outlook
  • North America
    • The U.S.
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • U.K.
    • Germany
    • France
    • Rest of Europe
  • APAC
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Chile
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • South Africa
    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa

Market Analyst Overview

The Semiconductor industry demands precise control over fluid flow in various applications, leading to the increasing adoption of Mass Flow Controllers (MFCs). MFCs are essential devices used in the semiconductor manufacturing process for delivering precise amounts of gases and liquids. These controllers ensure consistent and accurate flow rates, contributing significantly to the overall process efficiency. The market is driven by the growing semiconductor industry, with a focus on miniaturization and high-performance technologies. The market is also influenced by factors such as stringent regulations, rising demand for clean processes, and the integration of advanced technologies like MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) and AI (Artificial Intelligence) in MFC designs.

MFCs find extensive applications in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and energy. The market is expected to grow at a steady pace due to the increasing demand for these controllers in these sectors. Additionally, the development of advanced technologies and the integration of IoT (Internet of Things) in industrial processes are expected to further fuel market growth. In conclusion, the market is poised for significant growth due to its increasing adoption in the semiconductor industry and various other sectors. The market is driven by factors such as the need for precise flow control, stringent regulations, and the integration of advanced technologies.

Mass Flow Controller Market Scope
Report Coverage	Details
Page number	161
Base year	2022
Historic period	2017-2021
Forecast period	2023-2027
Growth momentum & CAGR	Accelerate at a CAGR of 5.9%
Market growth 2023-2027	USD 554.89 million
Market structure	Fragmented
YoY growth 2022-2023(%)	5.1
Regional analysis	APAC, North America, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa
Performing market contribution	APAC at 31%
Key countries	US, China, Japan, Germany, and UK
Competitive landscape	Leading Vendors, Market Positioning of Vendors, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks
Key companies profiled	Aalborg Instruments and Controls Inc., Alicat Scientific, Azbil Corp., Bronkhorst High Tech B.V., Christian Burkert GmbH and Co. KG, Dwyer Instruments LLC, HORIBA Ltd., IKS PVD Technology Shenyang Co. Ltd, KRACHT GmbH, Kurt J Lesker Co., MKS Instruments Inc., Perkin Elmer Inc., Proterial Ltd., Sensirion AG, shanghai cixi Instruments Co. Ltd., Sierra Instruments Inc., Teledyne Technologies Inc., TSI Inc., VITROCELL Systems GmbH, and Vogtlin Instruments GmbH
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, Market condition analysis for market forecast period.
Customization purview	If our report has not included the data that you are looking for, you can reach out to our analysts and get segments customized.

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• CAGR of the market during the forecast period
• Detailed information on factors that will drive the market growth and forecasting of the market between 2023 and 2027
• Precise estimation of the size of the market size and its contribution to the parent market
• Accurate predictions about upcoming market trends and analysis and changes in consumer behavior
• Growth of the market industry across Europe, North America, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa
• Thorough market growth analysis of the market’s competitive landscape and detailed information about vendors
• Comprehensive market analysis and report on the factors that will challenge the market research and growth of market companies

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