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A membrane compressed air dryer is a device designed to remove moisture from compressed air, ensuring it remains dry and clean. It employs special materials to separate water from the air without the need for electricity or chemicals. This type of dryer helps protect machines and tools from damage caused by moisture in the air.
The primary types of membrane compressed air dryers include deliquescent air dryers, membrane air dryers, desiccant air dryers, and refrigerated air dryers. Deliquescent air dryers eliminate moisture from compressed air by using chemicals that absorb and dissolve water, offering a straightforward, electricity-free drying option suitable for remote areas. These dryers incorporate various technologies, including both standard and advanced systems, and are used across multiple applications such as industrial, food and beverage, healthcare, electronics, and more. They are distributed through different channels like direct sales, distributors, and online platforms and serve end-users in sectors including manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and others.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs have affected the membrane compressed air dryer market by increasing the cost of imported membrane materials, housings, fittings, and filtration components. These impacts are most evident in advanced membrane dryer segments, particularly in North America and Europe. Higher system costs have influenced purchasing decisions. However, tariffs are encouraging local membrane production and assembly.
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The membrane compressed air dryer market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.46 billion in 2025 to $1.62 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrial compressed air usage, need for moisture free air, protection of pneumatic equipment, manufacturing expansion, quality control requirements.
The membrane compressed air dryer market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.42 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth of electronics manufacturing, pharmaceutical air quality standards, adoption of sustainable air treatment, expansion of automation, demand for low energy solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include demand for energy efficient air drying, growth of compact and portable dryers, adoption in sensitive industrial applications, expansion of oil free compressed air systems, low maintenance drying solutions.
The increasing focus on energy efficiency is expected to drive the growth of the membrane compressed air dryer market moving forward. This emphasis on energy efficiency arises from the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, lower operational costs, and comply with stricter environmental regulations aimed at combating climate change and ensuring the sustainable use of resources. Membrane compressed air dryers improve energy efficiency by operating without electricity or moving parts, relying solely on air pressure to remove moisture. This design reduces energy consumption as it eliminates the need for motors or heating elements, which are commonly used in other drying systems. For example, in December 2023, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, a UK government agency, reported that the energy company obligation (ECO) remained the largest energy efficiency scheme, accounting for 83% of all measures installed in 2023. Throughout the year, ECO implemented 265,000 measures, representing a 61% increase compared to 2022. Thus, the rising focus on energy efficiency and sustainability is fueling the growth of the membrane compressed air dryer market.
Leading companies in the membrane compressed air dryer market are concentrating on developing innovative products like energy-efficient dryers with integrated dew point monitoring to enhance performance, reduce energy consumption, and maintain consistent air quality. Energy-efficient dryers equipped with dew point monitoring continuously measure and control moisture levels in compressed air, ensuring optimal drying performance, preventing over- or under-drying, and lowering overall energy use. For instance, in March 2024, Dri-Air Industries, Inc., a US-based manufacturer, introduced the MD (MicroDryer) Series, a new line of energy-efficient membrane compressed air dryers featuring a membrane filter and compressed air prefilter to achieve dew points as low as -40°F. These dryers also offer integrated options such as a dew point meter and a touchscreen interface, enabling precise moisture control, energy savings, and consistent air quality, especially for low-throughput applications like medical molding. This innovation reflects the company's commitment to advancing drying technology that supports high-value, sensitive resin processing with minimal operating costs.
In April 2024, Ingersoll Rand Inc., a US-based industrial manufacturing firm, acquired Ethafilter s.r.l. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aims to broaden Ingersoll Rand's product portfolio, strengthen its position in rapidly growing end markets by incorporating sterile filter technology, and enhance aftermarket service offerings within its industrial technologies and services division. Ethafilter s.r.l. is an Italy-based manufacturer specializing in membrane compressed air dryers.
Major companies operating in the membrane compressed air dryer market are Parker-Hannifin Corporation, Atlas Copco AB, SMC Corporation, Ingersoll Rand Inc., Donaldson Company, Inc., Kaeser Kompressoren SE, ELGi Equipments Limited, Quincy Compressor LLC, BOGE Kompressoren GmbH & Co. KG, Pneumatech, Inc., Champion Pneumatic, Inc. (a Gardner Denver brand), MTA S.p.A., Mattei S.p.A., SPX FLOW, Inc., Sullair, LLC, FS-Curtis, LLC (Curtis-Toledo, Inc.), Parker domnick hunter (a division of Parker-Hannifin Corporation), Aircel LLC, SMC Pneumatics (India) Private Limited, KAESER Compressors India Private Limited, Atlas Copco (India) Limited, ELGi Compressors USA, Inc.
North America was the largest region in the membrane compressed air dryer market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the membrane compressed air dryer market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the membrane compressed air dryer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The membrane compressed air dryer market consists of sales of air filtration systems, moisture removal units, condensate separators, and air purification accessories. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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