Powder Processing Equipment Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented, By Technology, By End-User, By Region & Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

The Global Powder Processing Equipment Market was valued at USD 10.89 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 14.93 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 5.24% over the forecast period. This market covers the development, production, and global distribution of machinery designed for transforming raw materials into fine powders or compacted forms used across sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, chemicals, cosmetics, and materials science. Equipment including blenders, mills, granulators, dryers, separators, and compactors plays a critical role in ensuring consistency, flowability, and quality in powder-based processes.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 10.89 Billion
Market Size 2030	USD 14.93 Billion
CAGR 2025-2030	5.24%
Fastest Growing Segment	Drying & Cooling
Largest Market	North America

Growth is supported by rising demand for operational efficiency, strict quality standards, and the adoption of automated and smart technologies aligned with Industry 4.0. Sectors like pharmaceuticals and food processing are increasingly utilizing advanced systems for accurate particle control and contamination-free handling. The emergence of applications in battery production, 3D printing, and nutraceuticals, coupled with a growing focus on sustainability and regulatory compliance, is reshaping the market. Technological innovation, including the integration of AI, IoT, and real-time process optimization tools, is driving the development of energy-efficient, high-performance powder processing systems that are tailored to diverse industrial requirements.

Key Market Drivers

Diverse Industry Applications and Rising Demand for Powdered Products

The widespread use of powdered materials across various industries is a primary factor fueling the powder processing equipment market. From food ingredients such as milk powder and spices to pharmaceutical formulations and chemical compounds, powders are integral to manufacturing efficiency, product longevity, and transport ease. This cross-sector relevance is creating sustained demand for equipment capable of performing complex operations like blending, drying, and granulation with precision and efficiency. The food and pharmaceutical sectors, in particular, are experiencing strong growth-driven by consumer demand for convenient and shelf-stable products and the increasing share of medications produced in powder form. With over 40% of drugs processed as powders and the food sector forecasted to grow at over 6% annually, manufacturers are increasingly turning to automated and energy-efficient systems to keep pace with this rising demand.

Key Market Challenges

High Capital Investment and Operational Costs

The significant cost of acquiring and operating advanced powder processing equipment presents a challenge, particularly for smaller firms. High initial investment is required for machinery designed with specialized materials, automation, and precision controls. Additionally, maintenance, energy use, and the need for skilled technicians to ensure optimal performance contribute to operational expenses. These financial barriers can limit adoption, especially in cost-sensitive or emerging markets, potentially slowing market penetration and innovation uptake among SMEs.

Key Market Trends

Rising Demand for Advanced Powder Processing in the Pharmaceutical Industry

The pharmaceutical industry is increasingly turning to sophisticated powder processing technologies to meet stringent quality, safety, and efficiency standards. The need for consistent particle size, purity, and solubility is driving the adoption of high-performance equipment like fluid bed dryers, high-shear mixers, and air classifiers. Personalized medicine, precision dosing, and continuous manufacturing trends are also fostering innovation in micro and nano powder processing systems. Regulatory frameworks encouraging the use of Process Analytical Technology (PAT) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) are prompting collaboration between pharmaceutical companies and equipment suppliers to develop tailored, compliant solutions. The COVID-19 pandemic further emphasized the need for flexible and scalable processing setups capable of supporting rapid production shifts. These factors are propelling the growth of powder processing technologies in pharmaceutical applications, especially in emerging markets with growing healthcare infrastructure.

Key Market Players

Nordson Corporation
Gema Switzerland GmbH
Mitsuba Systems Pvt. Ltd.
Statfield Equipment Pvt. Ltd.
ANEST IWATA Corporation
Hangzhou Color Powder Coating Equipment Co., Ltd.
Red Line Industries Ltd
Pittsburgh Spray Equipment Company

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Powder Processing Equipment Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Powder Processing Equipment Market, By Technology:

Mixing & Blending
Drying & Cooling
Sintering
Compaction/Punches & Dies
Others

Powder Processing Equipment Market, By End-User:

Food & Beverage
Pharmaceutical
Cosmetic
Chemical
Material
Metal
Others

Powder Processing Equipment Market, By Region:

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Kuwait
- Turkey

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Powder Processing Equipment Market.

Available Customizations:

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
1.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Formulation of the Scope
2.4. Assumptions and Limitations
2.5. Sources of Research
- 2.5.1. Secondary Research
- 2.5.2. Primary Research
2.6. Approach for the Market Study
- 2.6.1. The Bottom-Up Approach
- 2.6.2. The Top-Down Approach
2.7. Methodology Followed for Calculation of Market Size & Market Shares
2.8. Forecasting Methodology
- 2.8.1. Data Triangulation & Validation

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, and Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Technology (Mixing & Blending, Drying & Cooling, Sintering, Compaction/Punches & Dies, and Others)
- 5.2.2. By End-User (Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic, Chemical, Material, Metal, and Others)
- 5.2.3. By Region
5.3. By Company (2024)
5.4. Market Map

6. North America Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Technology
- 6.2.2. By End-User
- 6.2.3. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Technology
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By End-User
- 6.3.2. Canada Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Technology
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By End-User
- 6.3.3. Mexico Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Technology
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By End-User

7. Europe Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Technology
- 7.2.2. By End-User
- 7.2.3. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Technology
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By End-User
- 7.3.2. United Kingdom Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Technology
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By End-User
- 7.3.3. Italy Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Technology
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By End-User
- 7.3.4. France Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Technology
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By End-User
- 7.3.5. Spain Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Technology
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By End-User

8. Asia-Pacific Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Technology
- 8.2.2. By End-User
- 8.2.3. By Country
8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Technology
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By End-User
- 8.3.2. India Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Technology
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By End-User
- 8.3.3. Japan Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Technology
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By End-User
- 8.3.4. South Korea Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Technology
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By End-User
- 8.3.5. Australia Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Technology
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By End-User

9. South America Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Technology
- 9.2.2. By End-User
- 9.2.3. By Country
9.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Brazil Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Technology
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By End-User
- 9.3.2. Argentina Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Technology
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By End-User
- 9.3.3. Colombia Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Technology
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By End-User

10. Middle East and Africa Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Technology
- 10.2.2. By End-User
- 10.2.3. By Country
10.3. Middle East and Africa: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. South Africa Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Technology
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By End-User
- 10.3.2. Saudi Arabia Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Technology
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By End-User
- 10.3.3. UAE Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Technology
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By End-User
- 10.3.4. Kuwait Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 10.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.4.2.1. By Technology
    - 10.3.4.2.2. By End-User
- 10.3.5. Turkey Powder Processing Equipment Market Outlook
  - 10.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.5.2.1. By Technology
    - 10.3.5.2.2. By End-User

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Company Profiles

13.1. Nordson Corporation
- 13.1.1. Business Overview
- 13.1.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 13.1.3. Recent Developments
- 13.1.4. Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
- 13.1.5. Key Product/Services Offered
13.2. Gema Switzerland GmbH
13.3. Mitsuba Systems Pvt. Ltd.
13.4. Statfield Equipment Pvt. Ltd.
13.5. ANEST IWATA Corporation
13.6. Hangzhou Color Powder Coating Equipment Co., Ltd.
13.7. Red Line Industries Ltd
13.8. Pittsburgh Spray Equipment Company