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Global Sole Injection Molding Machinery Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

Publisher GlobalInfoResearch
Published Aug 26, 2025
Length 158 Pages
SKU # GFSH20336014

Description

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Sole Injection Molding Machinery market size was valued at US$ 3207 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 3543 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 1.3% during review period.

Sole injection molding machinery is used in footwear manufacturing to produce shoe soles from various plastic or rubber materials. The process involves injecting molten material, such as PVC, PU, TPU, or rubber compounds, into a mold cavity under high pressure. The material then cools and solidifies, taking the shape of the mold to form the sole. These machines can be single-station or multi-station, allowing for the production of single-density, dual-density, or even multi-color soles.

The industry trend for sole injection molding machinery is driven by changing consumer preferences, advancements in materials science, and the need for greater efficiency and automation in footwear manufacturing. Key trends include:

Increased Automation and Robotics: There's a strong trend towards automating the entire sole molding process, including material handling, mold changing, and part removal. This involves integrating robotic systems and automated control systems to improve productivity and reduce labor costs.

Multi-Density and Multi-Color Injection: Consumers are demanding more comfortable and stylish shoes, leading to a rise in multi-density and multi-color soles. This requires advanced injection molding machines capable of injecting different materials and colors simultaneously.

Lightweight and Sustainable Materials: The footwear industry is increasingly focusing on using lightweight and sustainable materials, such as recycled plastics, bio-based polymers, and innovative foam materials. This requires injection molding machines that can process these materials effectively.

Improved Mold Technology: Advancements in mold design and manufacturing, such as 3D printing and advanced tooling techniques, are enabling the production of more complex and intricate sole designs. This also includes the development of quick mold change systems to improve production flexibility.

Energy Efficiency and Reduced Waste: There's a growing emphasis on energy efficiency and reducing waste in the manufacturing process. This involves optimizing machine design, improving material utilization, and implementing energy-saving technologies.

Digitalization and Industry 4.0 Integration: Integrating injection molding machinery with digital technologies, such as IoT sensors and data analytics, is enabling real-time monitoring of the production process, predictive maintenance, and improved overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Sole Injection Molding Machinery market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global Sole Injection Molding Machinery market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Sole Injection Molding Machinery market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Sole Injection Molding Machinery market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Sole Injection Molding Machinery market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and ASP (US$/Unit), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for Sole Injection Molding Machinery

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global Sole Injection Molding Machinery market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Haitian International, ENGEL, KraussMaffei, ARBURG, Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Fanuc, Yizumi, Husky, Milacron, Shibaura Machine, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

Sole Injection Molding Machinery market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
Clamping Force (<250T)
Clamping Force (250-650T)
Clamping Force (>650T)

Market segment by Application
ODM
OEM
OBM

Major players covered
Haitian International
ENGEL
KraussMaffei
ARBURG
Sumitomo Heavy Industries
Fanuc
Yizumi
Husky
Milacron
Shibaura Machine
JSW Plastics Machinery
Nissei Plastic
Chenhsong
UBE
Wittmann Battenfeld
Toyo
Tederic
LK Technology
Borche
Cosmos Machinery
Windsor
Kclka

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe Sole Injection Molding Machinery product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Sole Injection Molding Machinery, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Sole Injection Molding Machinery from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the Sole Injection Molding Machinery competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the Sole Injection Molding Machinery breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Sole Injection Molding Machinery market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Sole Injection Molding Machinery.

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Sole Injection Molding Machinery sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.

Table of Contents

158 Pages
1 Market Overview
2 Manufacturers Profiles
3 Competitive Environment: Sole Injection Molding Machinery by Manufacturer
4 Consumption Analysis by Region
5 Market Segment by Type
6 Market Segment by Application
7 North America
8 Europe
9 Asia-Pacific
10 South America
11 Middle East & Africa
12 Market Dynamics
13 Raw Material and Industry Chain
14 Shipments by Distribution Channel
15 Research Findings and Conclusion
16 Appendix
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