Mass Flow Controllers Market Size & Forecast

The Mass Flow Controllers Market is expected to reach $2.9 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 9.2% from 2024 to 2031. The growth of this market is attributed to the surge in demand for industrial automation, increasing adoption of mass flow controllers in fuel cells for renewable energy applications, and increasing government initiatives to boost the semiconductor manufacturing industry. Moreover, the increasing demand for mass flow controllers in pharmaceutical and medical devices industries and advancements in sensor technology are expected to offer growth opportunities for the players operating in this market.

Mass Flow Controllers Market Growth Drivers

Surge in Demand for Industrial Automation Supports the Growth of Mass Flow Controllers Market

The industrial sector is focusing on automation, machine learning, and real-time data processing to implement in the manufacturing industries. Considering the significance of automated industrialization, organizations are planning and implementing Industry 4.0 to transform their traditional manufacturing industry into a smart one with the adoption of new and advanced technologies, including IoT, artificial intelligence, robotics, cloud technology, and analytics. With increasing automation in the industrial sector, the demand for MFCs increases in manufacturing industries.

Automated processes involve precise control of gases and liquids for optimal results. MFCs are integrated into automated systems for real-time monitoring and adjustments of flow rates. This ensures that processes remain within the desired parameters. Automation systems collect data from MFCs to analyze the flow rates and process optimization over time. Also, the automation of metering and mixing processes for various chemicals relies on accurate flow control from MFCs. As automation continues to advance, the need for precise and reliable flow control solutions such as MFCs becomes more critical, further driving market growth.

Increasing Government Initiatives to Boost Semiconductor Manufacturing Industry Drives the Growth of Mass Flow Controllers Market

Governments are promoting initiatives supporting the semiconductor industry and are investing heavily in developing a strong domestic supply chain for materials, equipment, and other resources needed for semiconductor manufacturing.

Some of the recent government initiatives are as follows:

• In May 2024, the U.S. government invested USD 285 million in the CHIPS for America Program, which is focused on the development, validation, and use of digital twins for semiconductor manufacturing, advanced packaging, assembly, and test processes.
• In March 2024, the Japanese government invested USD 3.9 billion in Rapidus Corporation (Japan), a semiconductor manufacturer, to boost Japan’s semiconductor industry. The company aims to develop a system for mass-producing leading-edge 2-nanometer (nm) chips.
• In March 2024, the Indian government approved the establishment of three new semiconductor manufacturing facilities under the initiative “Development of Semiconductors and Display Manufacturing Ecosystems in India.”

With such developments, governments around the globe are prioritizing investments in research and development (R&D) for advanced technologies in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. This includes advancements in areas such as microfluidics, nanotechnology, and advanced materials that heavily rely on precise flow control, leading to increased demand for MFCs. Such factors support the growth of the mass flow controllers market during the forecast period.

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Mass Flow Controllers Market Opportunity

Increasing Demand for Mass Flow Controllers in Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices Industries Offering Growth Opportunities for Mass Flow Controllers Market

The pharmaceutical and medical device industries are increasingly adopting complex processes involving precise control of gases and liquids. As these industries continue to develop advanced processes and prioritize safety and efficiency, the need for MFCs continues to grow. MFCs are used to accurately measure and control the flow of gases and liquids used in various medical processes, such as cell culture, sterilization, and drug delivery. This precise control minimizes the risk of contamination, inconsistencies, and errors. MFCs enable repeatable and consistent flow rates, ensuring the quality and efficacy of pharmaceutical products and medical devices.

Organizations are offering MFCs to control the flow of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other critical gases for cell cultures used in biopharmaceutical production. For instance, in June 2023, Cytiva (U.S.) launched Xcellerex X-platform bioreactors with Brooks Instrument (U.S.) SLA5800 Series Biotech mass flow controllers that manage the precise flow of pure gasses such as carbon dioxide, nitrogen, air, and oxygen into bioreactor chambers. Such developments offer new opportunities for the adoption of the mass flow controllers market during the forecast period.

Advancements in Sensor Technology Offering Growth Opportunities for Mass Flow Controllers Market

The rapid progress in sensor technology is mainly due to the quickly advancing development of micro/nanofabrication, manufacturing techniques, advanced materials, and increasing demand for sensitive measurement techniques. Advancements in sensor technology open doors for MFCs to be used in new and emerging applications across the industrial sector. Various sensors are used in MFCs depending on the desired level of accuracy, flow rate range, and the gas or liquid being measured. Sensors measure the differing thermal conductivity of the flowing gas.

With the advancement of sensor technology, organizations are collaborating to integrate sensor technology with mass flow controllers for various applications. For instance, in June 2021, PHIX B.V. (Netherlands) partnered with Bronkhorst High-Tech BV (Netherlands) to enable volume manufacturing of thermal mass flow sensors to integrate into mass flow meters and controllers. Such developments offer growth opportunities for the mass flow controllers market during the forecast period.

Mass Flow Controllers Market Analysis: Key Findings

By Product Type: In 2024, the Thermal Mass Flow Controllers Segment to Dominate the Mass Flow Controllers Market

Based on product type, the global mass flow controllers market is segmented into thermal mass flow controllers, coriolis mass flow controllers, and differential pressure mass flow controllers. In 2024, the thermal mass flow controllers segment is expected to account for the largest share of above 48% of the global mass flow controllers market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the increasing use of thermal MFCs in the chemical, semiconductor, and pharmaceutical industries, advancement in sensor technology, and increasing focus on reducing cost. Thermal MFCs offer various benefits over other MFCs, such as affordability, simple design, and compact size, allowing easier integration.

However, the pressure mass flow controllers segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The segment's growth is attributed to the increasing demand for low differential pressure MFCs, which offer faster response and better accuracy than other MFCs, and the increasing use of differential pressure MFCs across various industries.

By Flow Rate: In 2024, the Low (0-50 slpm) Segment to Dominate the Mass Flow Controllers Market

Based on flow rate, the global mass flow controllers market is segmented into low (0-50 slpm), medium (0-300 slpm), and high (0-1500 slpm). In 2024, the low (0-50 slpm) segment is expected to account for the largest share of above 45% of the global mass flow controllers market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the growing trend towards more affordable thermal MFCs and increasing use of low flow rate MFCs in semiconductor manufacturing.

However, the medium (0-300 slpm) segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The segment's growth is attributed to the increasing emphasis on automation and centralized control systems in various industries and increasing demand for medium flow rate MFCs in chemical processing and food & beverage production applications.

By End User: In 2024, the Industrial Segment to Dominate the Mass Flow Controllers Market

Based on end user, the global mass flow controllers market is segmented into residential & commercial and industrial. In 2024, the industrial segment is expected to account for the largest share of above 80% of the global mass flow controllers market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the increasing industrial automation, strict environmental regulations pushing industries to adopt cleaner technologies, increasing demand for low flow rate MFCs in the industrial sector, and advancements in MFC technology such as miniaturization and sensor technology. In June 2022, Sensirion AG (Switzerland) launched the SFC5500 series with four new mass flow controllers and meters for analytical, medical, and industrial applications. Moreover, this segment is also projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

Geographical Analysis

In 2024, the Asia-Pacific Region to Dominate the Mass Flow Controllers Market

In 2024, Asia-Pacific is expected to account for the largest share of above 37% of the global mass flow controllers market. The market growth in Asia-Pacific is driven by the increasing government initiatives to boost the semiconductor manufacturing industry in the region, increasing Industry 4.0 practices, strict environmental regulations to adopt cleaner technologies, and the rising demand for cost-effective thermal MFCs in the region. China is a leader in the region for MFC adoption due to its booming manufacturing sector and government initiatives promoting technological advancements. India is rapidly expanding its manufacturing base and increasingly focusing on automation and process control, increasing the market growth. In September 2023, Brooks Instrument (U.S.) opened a new manufacturing facility for producing mass flow controllers (MFCs) in Penang, Malaysia. Moreover, this region is also projected to record the highest CAGR of above 10.5% during the forecast period.

Mass Flow Controllers Market: Key Companies

The report offers a competitive analysis based on an extensive assessment of the leading players’ product portfolios, geographic presence, and key growth strategies adopted in the last 3–4 years. Some of the key players operating in the mass flow controllers market are Brooks Instrument (U.S.), MKS Instruments, Inc. (U.S.), HORIBA, Ltd. (Japan), Bronkhorst High-Tech BV (Netherlands), Christian Bürkert GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), Sierra Instruments, Inc. (U.S.), Sensirion AG (Switzerland), Hitachi Metals, Ltd. (Japan), Teledyne Hastings Instruments (U.S.), Parker Hannifin Corp (U.S.), Alicat Scientific, Inc (U.S.), FLSmidth A/S (Denmark), Advitech Inc. (U.S.), FCON Co., Ltd. (Japan), and Azbil Corporation (Japan).

Mass Flow Controllers Industry Overview: Latest Developments from Key Industry Players

• In March 2024, Brooks Instrument (U.S.) launched the GF120xHT Series high-temperature thermal mass flow controller, which precisely delivers vapor to the process chamber required in semiconductor manufacturing.

• In March 2023, Sensirion AG (Switzerland) launched the SFC6000 mass flow controller for analytical instruments, semiconductor applications, and process automation.

• In August 2021, Azbil Corporation (Japan) launched a digital mass flow controller model, F4Q, with high-speed response and superior features for production sites that require high-accuracy gas flow control, such as machinery, automobiles, electrical/electronic, and semiconductor equipment manufacturing.

Mass Flow Controllers Market Research Summary

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