Mass Flow Controller Market by Metal & Elastomer Seal, Flow Rate (<25, 25 – 1k, >1k SLM), Gas & Liquid, Thermal, Differential Pressure & Coriolis, Stainless Steel, Wafer Cleaning, Plasma Etching, Catalyst Research, Aeration - Global Forecast to 2029
[239 Pages Report] The global mass flow controller market is valued at USD 1.63 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2.32 billion by 2029; it is expected to register a CAGR of 7.2% during the forecast period. A mass flow controller is a precision instrument designed to measure and regulate the flow rate of gases or liquids. The increasing investments in semiconductors & electronics production and the growing focus on hydrogen fuel cells as renewable energy sources are attributed to the increasing demand for the mass flow controller market. Furthermore, mass flow controller manufacturers are continuing to innovate the product to make it compatible with the IoT ecosystem. For instance, high-temperature mass flow controllers and Coriolis mass flow controllers are introduced for more accuracy and with a wide range of communication models like Ethernet and PROFIBUS.
Mass Flow Controller Market Forecast to 2029
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Asia Pacific accounted for a significant share of USD 1,039.1 million in the mass flow controller market in 2023. The Asia Pacific region has the largest market share in mass flow controllers due to several factors. The growing industrial economy, especially in the high-tech segments such as semiconductors, automotive, and chemical industries, requires accurate and efficient flow control products. In addition, newly constructed infrastructures for semiconductor & electronics manufacturing in countries such as India prompt great demands for enhanced automation solutions. Furthermore, favorable government policies and the changing trends in energy consumption towards energy-efficient products ensure that the market of mass flow controllers remains
Artificial intelligence has been widely applied to many industries to enhance efficiency and process optimization. The same case happens in fluid mechanics, measurement, and control technologies, where research into the potential integration of AI is going on at a fast pace. One such area of importance for AI applications is mass flow controllers, which are used to regulate the flow of gases and liquids with precision. While the application of AI-integrated mass flow controllers is at its beginning stage, research and development are in continuous processes to reach its full potential. The integration of AI into mass flow controllers is going to bring a few crucial advantages. AI can improve measurement accuracy by providing better adjustment options and predictive analysis. Further, it will extend sensor life, particularly in Coriolis mass flow controllers, by its optimized use and reduced wear. Besides, AI will support the optimization of active flow control by dynamic adaption of their operational parameters in a way that finally furthers the constancy of the desired flow conditions. Furthermore, AI will also help improve the predictive accuracy of liquid flow, which again can realize more secure and efficient process management.
Market Dynamics:
Driver: Increased investments in semiconductor and electronics production
The significant driving force in the mass flow controller market is the increasing growth of the semiconductor industry. As semiconductor manufacturing becomes more advanced, the need for precise control over gas and liquid flows intensifies. Mass flow controllers are essential for attaining the exact standards required in processes such as chemical vapor deposition, etching, Ion implantation, physical vapor deposition, plasma processing, and cleaning processes. Due to the complexity of semiconductor manufacturing processes, a precise flow rate is essential, as even minor changes in the gas flow may impact chip quality and yield. Mass flow controllers provide the necessary level of accuracy and are, therefore, indispensable for all semiconductor manufacturers.
Restraint: Dependency on calibration
One of the restraints in the mass flow controller market is calibration dependency, which has a bearing on operational efficiency and accuracy. The mass flow controller is used to provide highly accurate gas flow regulation applications in industries such as semiconductor fabrication, chemical processing, and pharmaceuticals, and requires periodic calibration so that the device's measurement is compared against a standard. This process is extremely detailed and time-consuming and requires an adjustment of the internal sensors and flow measurements. The device under test is connected in series with the reference device to share the same measurement for flow. The obtained measurements from the reference device and the mass flow controller are compared for accuracy. Mass flow controllers are calibrated using the following gases: nitrogen, oxygen, argon, helium, hydrogen, methane, natural gas, propane, ammonia, carbon dioxide, and a host of others in mixed gas combinations. This type of calibration is often sufficient for lower-accuracy applications. High-accuracy and high-precision applications require calibration using the actual operating gas.
Opportunity: Government-led initiatives to boost semiconductor manufacturing
Governments across the Asia Pacific region are making significant efforts to improve semiconductor manufacturing. As a result, the demand for mass flow controllers has been widespread in the region. Major countries like China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan are providing various incentives such as subsidies, tax exemptions, and grants to attract investments from semiconductor manufacturers. The objective is to increase domestic capacities. These incentives are crucial for applications that require precise flow, making the use of mass flow controllers necessary. The establishment of semiconductor clusters in countries like Taiwan and South Korea has led to the development of specialized ecosystems. These clusters, driven by government infrastructure and policies, concentrate semiconductor manufacturing activities and result in increased demand for mass flow controllers to maintain the precision needed for semiconductor fabrication.
Challenge: Complexities associated in integration with other technologies
It can be quite challenging for end users to integrate mass flow controllers into other devices due to system complexity and diversity. Mass flow controllers are used to control the flow of both gases and liquids in various applications, ranging from semiconductor manufacturing to pharmaceuticals. However, integrating them with other equipment, such as data acquisition systems, is not an easy task and presents several challenges. The primary issue is the compatibility of mass flow controllers with the different communication protocols used by various systems. Conflicting signal types, varying data formats, and multiple communication standards can complicate the process of ensuring a valid and reliable data exchange. Additionally, tuning these devices to align accurately with the specifications of integrated systems is crucial to maintaining process consistency and accuracy. This alignment often involves complex adjustments, which can be further complicated by the need for real-time feedback and the variability of adjustments based on operational parameters.
Mass Flow Controller Ecosystem
Prominent companies in this market include well-established, financially stable mass flow controller manufacturers such as HORIBA, Ltd. (Japan), Sensirion AG (Switzerland), Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (US), Bronkhorst (Netherlands), Brooks Instrument (US). These companies have been operating in the market for several years and possess a diversified product portfolio and strong global sales and marketing networks. Along with well-established companies, there are a large number of mass flow controller distributors, such as ICES Solutions (India) and Meditech Automation (India).
By technology, Coriolis-based mass flow controllers are expected to grow at the highest during the forecast period.
Coriolis mass flow controllers provide increased accuracy and precision when measuring mass flow. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and food & beverages rely on this precision for critical measurements. Coriolis mass flow controllers are versatile and capable of handling both gases and liquids. Unlike mass flow controllers that are based on thermal or differential pressure methods and are highly sensitive to changes in a fluid's properties like viscosity, temperature, and pressure, Coriolis mass flow controllers maintain their accuracy under varying fluid conditions without requiring recalibration or compensation.
By end-use industry, the Semiconductors segment is expected to claim the largest market share during the forecast period.
The semiconductors segment is expected to have the highest compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during the forecast period. Several factors contribute to the significant position that the semiconductor industry enjoys in the mass flow controller market. The production of semiconductors requires very high levels of precision and reproducibility, which in turn necessitates strict control of gas streams to maintain the necessary product quality. Mass flow controllers play a crucial role in regulating gases in processes that require high purity, such as etching, deposition, and cleaning processes.
In 2029, Asia Pacific is projected to exhibit the highest CAGR in global mass flow controller market.
Rise in innovations and developments in the semiconductors industry significantly drives the growth of the mass flow controller market in Asia Pacific at present, and a similar trend is likely to continue in the near future. The growth of the semiconductors industry including new semiconductor production facilities in developing countries, such as China and India, further propels the growth of the mass flow controller market in Asia Pacific.
Mass Flow Controller Market by Region
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Key Market Players
HORIBA, Ltd. (Japan), Sensirion AG (Switzerland), MKS Instruments (US), Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (US), Bronkhorst (Netherlands), Brooks Instrument. (US), Christian Bürkert GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), Sierra Instruments, Inc. (US), Alicat Scientific, Inc. (US), PASKER HANNIFIN CORP (US), TOKYO KEISO CO., LTD. (Japan), Vögtlin Instruments GmbH (Switzerland), Azbil Corporation (China), Axetris AG (Switzerland)., Aalborg (US) are some of the key players in the mass flow controller companies
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2020–2029 |
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2024–2029 |
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By product specification, material type, media type, flow rate, technology, connectivity, end-user industry, and region |
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North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and RoW |
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HORIBA, Ltd. (Japan), Sensirion AG (Switzerland), MKS Instruments (US), Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (US), Bronkhorst (Netherlands), Brooks Instrument (US) Christian Bürkert GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), Sierra Instruments, Inc. (US), Alicat Scientific Inc. (US), PARKER HANIIFIN CORP (US) are some of the key players in the mass flow controller market. |
Mass Flow Controller Market Highlights
This research report categorizes the mass flow controller market based product specification, material type, media type, flow rate, technology, connectivity, end-user industry, and region.
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Recent Developments
- In April 2024, Bronkhorst expanded its product lineup, enhancing versatility and accuracy in gas flow measurement and control. The latest models in the FLEXI-FLOW Compact range feature innovative updates, including instruments designed for lower flow rates.
- In March 2024, Brooks Instrument introduced the GF120xHT Series, its high-temperature thermal mass flow controller. This new controller is tailored to handle solid and liquid precursors essential for semiconductor manufacturing.
- In February 2024, Alicat Scientific, Inc. enhanced its BASIS 2 line of economical MEMS thermal mass flow controllers and meters by introducing a higher flow range, broadening the product family.
- In January 2024, Bronkhorst introduced the MASS-STREAM D-6400 series of mass flow controllers and meters, succeeding the D-6300 models. This new series incorporates advanced features and ISO-1179-1 inlet threads, allowing compatibility with standard connectors.
- In September 2023, Brooks Instrument released a new series of Quantim QMC Coriolis mass flow controllers, engineered to deliver high accuracy for extremely low flow rates of liquids and gases.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Which are the major companies in the mass flow controller market? What are their major strategies to strengthen their market presence?
The major companies in the mass flow controller market include HORIBA, Ltd. (Japan), Sensirion AG (Switzerland), MKS Instruments (US), Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (US), Bronkhorst (Netherlands), Brooks Instrument (US) Christian Bürkert GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), Sierra Instruments, Inc. (US) and the major strategies adopted by these players are product launches and developments.
What is a mass flow controller?
A mass flow controller is a device that measures and controls the flow of liquids and gases. It is operated by electric signals and designed to monitor and calibrate media flow rate according to predetermined flow rates.
Who are the key players in the global mass flow controller market?
Companies such as HORIBA, Ltd. (Japan), Sensirion AG (Switzerland), MKS Instruments (US), Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (US), and Bronkhorst (Netherlands) fall under the key player category. These companies cater to the requirements of their customers by providing mass flow controllers. Moreover, these companies are highly adopting inorganic growth strategies to strengthen their global market position and customer base.
What are the drivers and opportunities for the mass flow controller market?
Increasing Investments in semiconductor and electronics production is the driver, and government initiatives to boost semiconductor manufacturing are the prevailing opportunity in the market.
What are the restraints and challenges for the mass flow controller market?
Calibration dependency and complexities associated with integrating with other technologies are the restraints and challenges in the mass flow controller market.
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The study involved four major activities in estimating the size of the mass flow controller market. Exhaustive secondary research has been carried out to collect information on the market, the peer markets, and the parent market. Both top-down and bottom-up approaches have been employed to estimate the total market size. Market breakdown and data triangulation methods have also been used to estimate the market for segments and subsegments.
Secondary Research
Revenues of companies offering mass flow controller have been obtained from the secondary data available through paid and unpaid sources. The revenues have also been derived by analyzing the product portfolio of key companies, and these companies have been rated according to the performance and quality of their products.
In the secondary research process, various sources have been referred to for identifying and collecting information for this study on the mass flow controller market. Secondary sources considered for this research study include government sources, corporate filings, and trade, business, and professional associations. Secondary data has been collected and analyzed to arrive at the overall market size, which has been further validated through primary research.
Secondary research has been mainly used to obtain key information about the supply chain of mass flow controller to identify key players based on their products and prevailing industry trends in the mass flow controller market by product specification, media type, material type, flow rate, technology, connectivity, end-user industry, and region. Secondary research also helped obtain market information- and technology-oriented key developments undertaken by market players to expand their presence and increase their market share.
Primary Research
Extensive primary research has been conducted after understanding and analyzing the current scenario of the mass flow controller market through secondary research. Several primary interviews have been conducted with the key opinion leaders from the demand and supply sides across four main regions—North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of Europe. Approximately 25% of the primary interviews were conducted with the demand-side respondents, while approximately 75% were conducted with the supply-side respondents. The primary data has been collected through questionnaires, emails, and telephone interviews.
After interacting with industry experts, brief sessions were conducted with highly experienced independent consultants to reinforce the findings from our primary. This, along with the in-house subject matter experts’ opinions, has led us to the findings as described in the remainder of this report. The breakdown of primary respondents is as follows:
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Market Size Estimation
The bottom-up procedure has been employed to arrive at the overall size of the mass flow controller market.
- Initially, more than 35 companies offering mass flow controller were identified. Their offerings were mapped based on product specification, material type, media type, flow rate, and end–user industry.
- After understanding the different types of mass flow controllers offered by various manufacturers, based on the data gathered through primary and secondary sources, the market was categorized into different segments.
- To derive the global mass flow controller market, global server shipments of top players for each device type that were considered in the scope of the report were tracked.
- A suitable penetration rate was assigned for the shipment of each of these device types to derive the shipments of mass flow controller.
- Using the average selling price (ASP) at which a particular company offers its devices, we derived the mass flow controller market based on different device types. The ASP of each device was identified based on secondary sources and validated from primaries.
- For the projected market values of each of the device types, the Y-o-Y projections showed a steep growth initially until 2019. COVID-19 has not impacted market much and it is expected that market will grow positively during forecast period. The market is expected to witness a sharp ascent, thereafter, considering the demand for mass flow controller for different applications.
- For the CAGR, the market trend analysis was carried out by understanding the industry penetration rate and the demand and supply of mass flow controller in different applications.
- We also tracked the mass flow controller market through the data sanity method. The revenues of more than 25 key providers were analyzed through annual reports and press releases and summed to derive the overall market.
- For each company, a percentage is assigned to its overall revenue or, in a few cases, segmental revenue, to derive its revenue for the mass flow controller. This percentage for each company is assigned based on the company’s product portfolio and its range of mass flow controller offerings.
- Verifying and crosschecking the estimates at every level by discussing with key opinion leaders, including CXOs, directors, and operation managers, and then finally with the domain experts at MarketsandMarkets
- Studying various paid and unpaid sources of information, such as annual reports, press releases, white papers, and databases
The top-down approach has been used to estimate and validate the total size of the mass flow controller market.
- The global market size of maass flow controllers was estimated through the data sanity of 35 major companies.
- The growth of the mass flow controller market witnessed an upward slope trend during the studied period, as it is currently in the initial stage of the product cycle, with major players beginning to expand their business into various application areas of the market.
- Types of mass flow controllers, their features and properties, geographical presence, and key applications served by all players in the mass flow controller market were studied to estimate and arrive at the percentage split of the segments.
- Different types of mass flow controllers and their penetration for the end-user industries were also studied.
- The market split for mass flow controller by product specification, material type, media type, technology, connectivity, and end-user industry based on secondary research was estimated.
- The demand generated by companies operating in different application segments of the end-usee industry was analyzed.
- Multiple discussions with key opinion leaders across major companies involved in the development of mass flow controller and related components were conducted to validate the market split of technology, flow rate, and connectivity.
- The regional splits were estimated using secondary sources, based on factors such as the number of players in a specific country and region and the adoption and use cases of each implementation type with respect to applications in the region
Data Triangulation
After arriving at the overall market size-using the market size estimation processes as explained above-the market has been split into several segments and subsegments. To complete the entire market engineering process and arrive at the exact statistics of each market segment and subsegment, data triangulation and market breakdown procedures have been employed, wherever applicable. The data has been triangulated by studying various factors and trends from the demand and supply sides in the mass flow controller market.
Market Definition
A mass flow controller is a device that measures and controls the flow of liquids and gases. It is operated by electric signals and designed to monitor and calibrate media flow rate according to predetermined flow rates. It is implemented in various industries where accurate control and calibration of flow rates are required. The mass flow controller market is highly competitive, with more than 30 companies competing against each other to sustain their position in the market and increase their market share. The mass flow controller market is likely to witness significant growth in the coming years mainly owing to the growing demand for such controllers in the semiconductor industry and surging demand for intelligent flow meters in the chemical and water & wastewater industries.
Key Stakeholders
- End–users
- Government bodies, venture capitalists, and private equity firms
- Mass flow controller manufacturers
- Mass flow controller distributors
- Mass flow controller industry associations
- Professional service/solution providers
- Research institutions and organizations
- Standards organizations and regulatory authorities related to the mass flow controller market
- System integrators
- Technology consultants
Report Objectives
- To define, describe, segment, and forecast the mass flow controller market, by product specification, material type, media type, flow rate, technology, connectivity, and end-user industry, in terms of value
- To forecast the market for mass flow controllers, in terms of volume
- To describe and forecast the market for various segments, with respect to four main regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World (RoW), in terms of value
- To provide detailed information regarding drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges influencing the growth of the mass flow controller market
- To provide a detailed overview of the mass flow controller market’s supply chain, along with the ecosystem, technology trends, use cases, regulatory environment, and Porter’s five forces analysis for the market
- To analyze industry trends, pricing data, patents and innovations, and trade data (export and import data) related to the mass flow controllers.
- To strategically analyze the micromarkets1 with respect to individual growth trends, prospects, and contributions to the total market
- To strategically profile the key players and comprehensively analyze their market share and core competencies2
- To analyze opportunities for stakeholders and provide a detailed competitive landscape of the market
- To analyze competitive developments, such as product launches/developments, collaborations, partnerships, acquisitions, and research & development (R&D) activities, carried out by players in the mass flow controller market
- To profile key players in the mass flow controller market and comprehensively analyze their market ranking based on their revenue, market share, and core competencies2
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