Industrial 3D Printing

Global Industrial 3D Printing Market to Reach US$17.2 Billion by 2030

The global market for Industrial 3D Printing estimated at US$5.8 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$17.2 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 20.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Printers, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 17.9% CAGR and reach US$5.4 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Materials segment is estimated at 22.0% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$1.6 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 19.1% CAGR

The Industrial 3D Printing market in the U.S. is estimated at US$1.6 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$2.6 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 19.1% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 17.4% and 17.2% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 14.7% CAGR.

Global Industrial 3D Printing Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized

Why Is Industrial 3D Printing Revolutionizing Manufacturing?

Industrial 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is transforming the manufacturing landscape by offering a versatile, cost-effective, and innovative approach to production. Unlike traditional subtractive manufacturing, 3D printing builds objects layer by layer, allowing for the creation of complex geometries and customized designs with minimal material waste. This technology is being adopted across a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods, where it is used to produce prototypes, tooling, and even end-use parts. The ability to quickly produce functional prototypes and small-batch production runs has significantly reduced lead times and costs, making industrial 3D printing a game-changer in manufacturing processes.

How Are Technological Advancements Shaping the Industrial 3D Printing Market?

Technological advancements in materials science, printer capabilities, and software are rapidly expanding the possibilities of industrial 3D printing. New materials, including high-performance polymers, metals, and composites, are enabling the production of stronger, more durable, and lightweight parts that meet the stringent requirements of industries like aerospace and automotive. The development of multi-material printers allows manufacturers to print parts with varying properties in a single build, further enhancing design flexibility. Software innovations, particularly in CAD (computer-aided design) and simulation, are making it easier to design and optimize 3D-printed parts, while AI-driven algorithms are improving print accuracy and reducing material waste.

How Do Market Segments Define the Growth of the Industrial 3D Printing Market?

Technologies include fused deposition modeling (FDM), selective laser sintering (SLS), and stereolithography (SLA), with SLS leading the market due to its ability to produce high-resolution, durable parts. Materials used in industrial 3D printing include plastics, metals, and composites, with metals seeing the fastest growth due to their strength and applicability in high-performance sectors. Applications range from prototyping and tooling to direct production of functional parts, with prototyping accounting for the largest share as manufacturers leverage 3D printing to accelerate product development. End-users include automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and consumer goods industries, with aerospace and automotive leading the market due to the demand for lightweight, complex parts.

What Factors Are Driving the Growth in the Industrial 3D Printing Market?

The growth in the industrial 3D printing market is driven by several factors, including the increasing demand for rapid prototyping, advancements in 3D printing materials, and the need for customized and lightweight components in industries such as aerospace and automotive. As manufacturers seek to shorten product development cycles and reduce costs, industrial 3D printing offers a fast, efficient solution for producing prototypes and small production runs. Advancements in materials science, particularly in metals and composites, are expanding the range of applications for 3D printing, allowing for the production of more complex, high-performance parts. Additionally, the growing emphasis on sustainability and reducing material waste is further supporting the adoption of 3D printing in industrial settings, where it offers significant advantages over traditional manufacturing techniques.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Industrial 3D Printing market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Component (Printers, Materials, Software, Services); Technology (Stereo Lithography (SLA), Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Electron Beam Melting, Digital Light Processing, Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Other Technologies); End-Use (Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Printed Electronics, Foundry & Forging, Healthcare, Other End-Uses)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Select Competitors (Total 14 Featured) -

• 3D Systems
• EnvisionTEC
• EOS
• ExOne
• GE Additive
• HP
• Materialise
• SLM Solutions
• Stratasys
• Voxeljet

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