PUBLISHER: AnalystView Market Insights | PRODUCT CODE: 1320225
PUBLISHER: AnalystView Market Insights | PRODUCT CODE: 1320225
The automated Material Handling (AMH) Equipment Market size was valued at USD 30,105.9 Million in 2022, expanding at a CAGR of 13.6% from 2023 to 2030.
Automated material handling systems (AMHS) enable efficient delivery of materials across manufacturing areas using conveyors, elevators, and autonomous vehicles, utilizing MES-provided route and process information. The system helps automate a production line, warehouse, or distribution center. AMH equipment can boost productivity and efficiency while lowering labor costs and potential human errors. These technologies are extremely useful for repetitive, labor-intensive, or possibly hazardous operations. For example, industrial robots can execute a variety of tasks in manufacturing and warehousing, including picking and placing items, packaging, palletizing, and more.
Many manufacturing businesses are turning to automation to boost operational efficiency, fulfill rising production needs, and assure product quality consistency. AMHS is used in the automotive sector to automate several steps of the manufacturing process, such as assembly, painting, and inspection. The use of AMHS not only improves efficiency and productivity but also ensures precision and reduces the risk of human error. According to Automotive Industry Statistics, the total value of the US car and automobile manufacturing market is USD104.1 billion in 2023. Additionally, the e-commerce industry heavily relies on warehousing and distribution centers for its operations. The continuing development of technologies such as AI, machine learning, the Internet of Things (IoT), and robotics presents an opportunity for the AMH equipment market. However, Economic uncertainty, such as that caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, could potentially restrain market growth.
The Global Automated Material Handling (AMH) Equipment Market is segmented on the basis of System Type, Product Type Verticals, and Region.
The market is divided into two categories based on System Type: Unit Load Material Handling and Bulk Load Material Handling. Unit Load Material Handling is expected to dominate the market growth. These Systems are designed to handle single or multiple items grouped together to be moved as a single load. This can involve pallets, totes, or containers.
The market is divided into six categories based on Product Type: Robots, ASRS, Conveyors and Sortation Systems, Cranes, WMS, and AGV. The ASRS dominates the market and is likely to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. AS/RS (Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems) are essential components of AMH (Automated Material Handling) technology. They are commonly used in manufacturing and distribution operations to automatically deposit and retrieve products from predefined storage places.
The market is divided into nine categories based on Verticals: Automotive, Metals and Heavy Machinery, Food and Beverages, Chemicals, Healthcare, 3PL, Semiconductors and Electronics, Aviation, and E-commerce. Automotive dominates the market. The automotive sector prioritizes automated material handling for efficiency and productivity.
Geographically, this market is widespread into the regions of North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa. These regions are further divided as per the nations bringing business. Asia Pacific is expected to dominate the growth of the Automated Material Handling (AMH) Equipment Market, due to Growing industrialization in emerging economies and also, Rising adoption of cutting-edge automated material handling equipment. The growth of e-commerce, rising consumer demand, and the expanding popularity of same-day delivery services in this region all contribute to the demand for AMH equipment. According to the international trade administration, China is the largest e-commerce market globally, generating almost 50 percent of the world's transactions. According to eMarketer, China's online retail transactions reached more than 710 million digital buyers, and transactions reached USD 2.29 trillion in 2020, with forecasts to reach USD3.56 trillion by 2024. In 2021, China became the largest market for e-commerce with a revenue of USD 1.5 trillion, placing it ahead of the United States. Europe also has a mature market with significant amounts of automation in its industrial sector. The region is linked to numerous top AMH equipment manufacturers and has widely integrated Industry 4.0.
Manufacturers are increasingly relying on automation to boost productivity, reduce expenses and gain a competitive advantage. Companies are continuously attempting to develop their product offerings, including cutting-edge technology such as AI, machine learning, and IoT to improve efficiency and production. Companies with a diverse product offering and the capacity to customize solutions to individual customer needs have a competitive advantage. For Instance, In March 2023, CanLift Equipment Ltd. a family-owned aerial equipment and material handling company welcomes two new XCMG telehandlers to its product line this spring 2023. With the XTF1056K and XTF1256K telehandlers available for rent and sale, CanLift aims to solve the current telehandlers shortage and provide customers with efficient and versatile solutions for their material handling needs.
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