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Food Robotics Market Analysis by Type (Articulated, SCARA, Cartesian, Delta & Parallel, Collaborative, Cylindrical), by Payload (Heavy, Medium, Low), by Application (Palletizing & Depalletizing, Packaging and Repacking, Pick-and-Place, Cutting and Slicing, Grading and Sorting, Butchery, Quality Inspection), by End Use (Dairy, Beverages, Bakery & Confectionery, Meat, Poultry, and Seafood, Fruits and Vegetables, Oil & Fats) and by Region: Global Forecast, 2024 - 2033

  • PUBLISHED ON
  • 2022-07-02
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Market Overview

The Food Robotics market is predicted to develop at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.31% from 2024 to 2033, when it is projected to reach USD 9.32 billion, based on an average growth pattern. The market is estimated to reach a value of USD 4.46 billion in 2024.

                                                                       

SOURCE: We Market Research

The growing sector that uses robotic technologies in food manufacturing, processing, and packaging is known as the food robotics market. The goal of this cutting-edge sector is to improve the food industry's efficiency, accuracy, and hygiene. Robots are used to streamline procedures and guarantee uniform quality in a variety of tasks, including cooking, packing, sorting, and cutting. Food robotics uses automation and artificial intelligence to solve issues like labor shortages and safety concerns while also increasing production speed. The market for food robotics is expected to be crucial in transforming the global food industry in the future, given the increasing demand for high-quality and sustainable food production.

The market for food robots is expanding as a result of several significant causes. A major contributing element is the increasing demand for more accurate and efficient food production as a result of shifting consumer preferences and an expanding world population. Automation eliminates problems like a lack of labor and ensures constant product quality. Furthermore, the growing focus on food safety and hygiene is driving the usage of robotic systems. The ability to handle recurring operations, cost-effectiveness, and higher production rates are other factors propelling market expansion. As AI and ML continue to advance, the food robots market is poised to revolutionize the food industry by offering innovative and environmentally friendly solutions.

 

 

Market Scope

Report Attributes

Description

Market Size in 2024

USD 4.46 Billion

Market Forecast in 2033

USD 9.32 Billion

CAGR % 2024-2033

11.31%

Base Year

2023

Historic Data

2016-2022

Forecast Period

2024-2033

Report USP

 

Production, Consumption, company share, company heatmap, company production capacity, growth factors and more

Segments Covered

by Type, by Payload, by Application, by End Use and By Region

Regional Scope

North America, Europe, APAC, South America and Middle East and Africa

Country Scope

U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; France; Italy; Spain; Benelux; Nordic Countries; Russia; China; India; Japan; South Korea; Australia; Indonesia; Thailand; Mexico; Brazil; Argentina; Saudi Arabia; UAE; Egypt; South Africa; Nigeria

 

Food Robotics Industry: Dynamics & Restrains

Market Drivers

Increased Productivity and Efficiency - Increased productivity and efficiency are major drivers propelling the growth of the Food Robotics Market. Automation through robotics streamlines food production processes, enhancing overall output and reducing production times. With the ability to handle repetitive and time-consuming tasks, robots optimize resource utilization and minimize waste, contributing to cost-effectiveness. This heightened efficiency not only meets the rising global demand for food but also improves operational profitability for businesses. As the food industry seeks ways to enhance competitiveness and responsiveness, the adoption of food robotics becomes a strategic imperative, offering a compelling solution for sustainable growth and heightened production capabilities.

Growing demand for processed foods - The market for food robotics is expanding due in large part to the rising demand for processed meals. Food producers are forced to expand their production capacities as consumer preferences shift toward ready-to-eat, convenient options. Food robotics increases productivity and efficiency by streamlining processing operations like sorting, packing, and chopping. The increasing demand for processed foods is met by automation, which guarantees production accuracy and uniform quality. Food robotics offer themselves as a critical facilitator for the industry's sustainable growth, addressing the changing demands of the processed food market with their capacity to handle high volumes and uphold strict hygiene requirements.

Market restrains

Limited Flexibility in Handling Varied Products - The market for food robotics is constrained by the lack of adaptability in handling a variety of goods. Although robotics is excellent at automating some operations, handling a variety of irregularly shaped food products presents obstacles. Certain objects, whether delicate or complex, may call for a degree of dexterity and adaptability that is beyond the capabilities of present robotic technology. This restriction prevents robotics from being widely used in various food production scenarios, where adaptability is essential. To overcome this obstacle, robotics capabilities must be further developed in order to guarantee adaptation to a variety of products, promoting increased acceptability and integration within the food business.

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Food Robotics Segmentation

Market- By Type Analysis

By Type, the Food Robotics Market is Categories into Articulated, SCARA, Cartesian, Delta & Parallel, Collaborative, Cylindrical. The Articulated robots segment accounts for the largest share of around 40% in 2024.

                            

Actuated robots are the most flexible segment of the business due to their numerous joints and wide range of motion. This makes it possible for them to do a variety of tasks related to food processing, such as chopping and arranging delicate fruits and slicing meat with knives.

The following segments are part of an in-depth analysis of the global Food Robotics market:

Market Segments

 

By  Payload

·         Heavy

·         Medium

·         Low

By  Application

·         Palletizing & Depalletizing

·         Packaging and Repacking

·         Pick-and-Place

·         Cutting and Slicing

·         Grading and Sorting

·         Butchery

·         Quality Inspection

By End Use

·         Dairy

·         Beverages

·         Bakery & Confectionery

·         Meat

·         Poultry

·         Seafood

·         Fruits and Vegetables

·         Oil & Fats

 

 Food Robotics Industry: Regional Analysis

Europe Market Forecast

Europe dominate the Food Robotics Market with the highest revenue generating market with share of more than 43%. Europe dominate the market due to the use of food robotics is growing as a result of a commitment to efficient and environmentally friendly food production techniques. The area places a strong focus on food processing accuracy in order to meet stringent quality standards. Significant forces behind European countries' efforts to enhance their manufacturing capabilities and sustain their competitiveness in the global market are their investments in Industry 4.0 initiatives and technical advancements.

                              

Asia Pacific Market Statistics

Asia Pacific is the second-largest market for Food Robotics. The Asia-Pacific region's rapid industrialization and the need to meet the region's rising food demand are the main drivers behind the use of robots in the food industry. Because of a manpower shortage, companies in the agriculture sector are looking to automation to increase production and efficiency. Due to government initiatives supporting technological advancements in food production and a growing consumer base wanting convenience, food robot adoption is expanding throughout Asia-Pacific.

North America Market Forecasts

North America is expected to be the fastest-growing market for Food Robotics during the forecast period. The high cost of labor and the growing desire for efficiency in the food production process are the driving forces for the introduction of robotics in North America. The challenge facing the food industry in the area is reducing costs without compromising quality standards. Automation can be used to overcome these problems, increasing productivity and ensuring consistency. Strict food safety regulations in North America also encourage the adoption of robotic systems to lower the risk of contamination and ensure that requirements are fulfilled.

 

Key Market Players

The Food Robotics Market is dominated by a few large companies, such as

·         GEA Group

·         The Middleby Corporation

·         Heat and Control, Inc.

·         Marel

·         Bühler

·         JBT

·         Bigtem Makine

·         Alfa Laval

·         Clextral

·         SPX FLOW

·         TNA Australia Pty Ltd.

·         Bucher Industries

·         Equipamientos Cárnicos, S.L.

·         Others

Recent Developments:

·         October 2021, Gea will launch the Xtru Twin 140 extruder, completing its range of high-capacity output devices. The most recent Xtru Twin 140 was capable of producing 10 tonnes of pet food kibbles and more than 3 tonnes of pellets per hour.

·         June 2021, SPX FLOW introduced the New APV Pilot 4T Homogenizer equipment, which enables users to test a variety of recipes in a single, small unit. Manufacturers of food and beverages would profit from this product. An immiscible liquid was homogenized into an emulsion with the help of APV.

1.      Global Food Robotics Market Introduction and Market Overview

1.1.    Objectives of the Study

1.2.    Global Food Robotics Market Scope and Market Estimation

1.2.1. Global Food Robotics Overall Market Size, Revenue (US$ Mn), Market CAGR (%), Market forecast (2023 - 2033)

1.2.2. Global Food Robotics Market Revenue Share (%) and Growth Rate (Y-o-Y) from 2019 - 2033

1.3.    Market Segmentation

1.3.1. Component of Global Food Robotics Market

1.3.2. Technology of Global Food Robotics Market

1.3.3. Application of Global Food Robotics Market

1.3.4. Region of Global Food Robotics Market

2.      Executive Summary

2.1.    Global Food Robotics Market Industry Trends under COVID-19 Outbreak

2.1.1. Global COVID-19 Status Overview

2.1.2. Influence of COVID-19 Outbreak on Global Food Robotics Market Industry Development

2.2.    Market Dynamics

2.2.1. Drivers

2.2.2. Limitations

2.2.3. Opportunities

2.2.4. Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints

2.3.    Pricing Trends Analysis & Average Selling Prices (ASPs)

2.4.    Key Mergers & Acquisitions, Expansions, JVs, Funding / VCs, etc.

2.5.    Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

2.5.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers

2.5.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers

2.5.3. Threat of Substitutes

2.5.4. Threat of New Entrants

2.5.5. Competitive Rivalry

2.6.    Value Chain / Ecosystem Analysis

2.7.    Russia-Ukraine War Impacts Analysis

2.8.    Economic Downturn Analysis

2.9.      Market Investment Opportunity Analysis (Top Investment Pockets), By Segments & By Region

3.      Global Food Robotics Market Estimates & Historical Trend Analysis (2019 - 2022)

4.      Global Food Robotics Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by TYPE

4.1.    Global Food Robotics Market Revenue (US$ Mn) Estimates and Forecasts, by TYPE, 2019 to 2033

4.1.1. Articulated

4.1.2. SCARA

4.1.3. Cartesian

4.1.4. Delta & Parallel

4.1.5. Collaborative

4.1.6. Cylindrical

5.      Global Food Robotics Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Payload

5.1.    Global Food Robotics Market Revenue (US$ Mn) Estimates and Forecasts, by Payload, 2019 to 2033

5.1.1. Heavy

5.1.2. Medium

5.1.3. Low

6.      Global Food Robotics Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Application

6.1.    Global Food Robotics Market Revenue (US$ Mn) Estimates and Forecasts, by Application, 2019 to 2033

6.1.1. Palletizing & Depalletizing

6.1.2. Packaging and Repacking

6.1.3. Pick-and-Place

6.1.4. Cutting and Slicing

6.1.5. Grading and Sorting

6.1.6. Butchery

6.1.7. Quality Inspection

7.      Global Food Robotics Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by END USE

7.1.    Global Food Robotics Market Revenue (US$ Mn) Estimates and Forecasts, by Application, 2019 to 2033

7.1.1. Dairy

7.1.2. Beverages

7.1.3. Bakery & Confectionery

7.1.4. Meat

7.1.5. Poultry

7.1.6. Seafood

7.1.7. Fruits and Vegetables

7.1.8. Oil & Fats

8.      Global Food Robotics Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Region

8.1.    Global Food Robotics Market Revenue (US$ Mn) Estimates and Forecasts, by Region, 2019 to 2033

8.1.1. North America

8.1.2. Europe

8.1.3. Asia Pacific

8.1.4. Middle East & Africa

8.1.5. South America

9.      North America Food Robotics Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

9.1.    North America Food Robotics Market Assessments & Key Findings

9.1.1. North America Food Robotics Market Introduction

9.1.2. North America Food Robotics Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million) (2019 – 2033)

9.1.2.1.   By TYPE

9.1.2.2.   By Payload

9.1.2.3.   By Application

9.1.2.4.   By END USE

9.1.2.5.   By Country

9.1.2.5.1.     The U.S.

9.1.2.5.2.     Canada

9.1.2.5.3.     Mexico

10.  Europe Food Robotics Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

10.1.  Europe Food Robotics Market Assessments & Key Findings

10.1.1.   Europe Food Robotics Market Introduction

10.1.2.   Europe Food Robotics Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million) (2019 – 2033)

10.1.2.1.    By TYPE

10.1.2.2.    By Payload

10.1.2.3.    By Application

10.1.2.4.    By END USE

10.1.2.5.    By Country

10.1.2.5.1. Germany

10.1.2.5.2. U.K.

10.1.2.5.3. France

10.1.2.5.4. Italy

10.1.2.5.5. Spain

10.1.2.5.6. Russia

10.1.2.5.7. Rest of Europe

11.  Asia Pacific Food Robotics Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

11.1.  Asia Pacific Market Assessments & Key Findings

11.1.1.   Asia Pacific Food Robotics Market Introduction

11.1.2.   Asia Pacific Food Robotics Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million) (2019 – 2033)

11.1.2.1.    By TYPE

11.1.2.2.    By Payload

11.1.2.3.    By Application

11.1.2.4.    By END USE

11.1.2.5.    By Country

11.1.2.5.1. China

11.1.2.5.2. Japan

11.1.2.5.3. India

11.1.2.5.4. Australia

11.1.2.5.5. South Korea

11.1.2.5.6. ASEAN

11.1.2.5.7. Rest of Asia Pacific

12.  Middle East & Africa Food Robotics Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

12.1.  Middle East & Africa Market Assessments & Key Findings

12.1.1.   Middle East & Africa Food Robotics Market Introduction

12.1.2.   Middle East & Africa Food Robotics Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million) (2019 – 2033)

12.1.2.1.    By TYPE

12.1.2.2.    By Payload

12.1.2.3.    By Application

12.1.2.4.    By END USE

12.1.2.5.    By Country

12.1.2.5.1. U.A.E.

12.1.2.5.2. Saudi Arabia

12.1.2.5.3. Egypt

12.1.2.5.4. South Africa

12.1.2.5.5. Rest of Middle East & Africa

13.  South America Food Robotics Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

13.1.  South America Market Assessments & Key Findings

13.1.1.   South America Food Robotics Market Introduction

13.1.2.   South America Food Robotics Market Size Estimates and Forecast (US$ Million) (2019 – 2033)

13.1.2.1.    By TYPE

13.1.2.2.    By Payload

13.1.2.3.    By Application

13.1.2.4.    By END USE

13.1.2.5.    By Country

13.1.2.5.1. Brazil

13.1.2.5.2. Argentina

13.1.2.5.3. Colombia

13.1.2.5.4. Rest of South America

14.  Competition Landscape

14.1.  Global Food Robotics Market Competition Matrix & Benchmarking, by Leading Players / Innovators / Emerging Players / New Entrants

14.2.  Global Food Robotics Market Competition White Space Analysis, By Application

14.3.  Global Food Robotics Market Competition Heat Map Analysis, By Application

14.4.  Global Food Robotics Market Concentration & Company Market Shares (%) Analysis, 2022

15.  Company Profiles

15.1.                     GEA Group

15.1.1.   Company Overview & Key Stats

15.1.2.   Financial Performance & KPIs

15.1.3.   Product Portfolio

15.1.4.   Business Strategy & Recent Developments

* Similar details would be provided for all the players mentioned below 

15.2.      The Middleby Corporation

15.3.      Heat and Control, Inc.

15.4.      Marel

15.5.      Bühler

15.6.      JBT

15.7.      Bigtem Makine

15.8.      Alfa Laval

15.9.      Clextral

15.10.  SPX FLOW

15.11.  TNA Australia Pty Ltd.

15.12.  Bucher Industries

15.13.  Equipamientos Cárnicos, S.L

15.14.  Others

16.  Research Methodology

16.1.  External Transportations / Databases

16.2.  Internal Proprietary Database

16.3.  Primary Research

16.4.  Secondary Research

16.5.  Assumptions

16.6.  Limitations

16.7.  Report FAQs

17.  Research Findings & Conclusion

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the market size of Food Robotics Market in 2024?

Food Robotics Market was valued at USD 4.46 Billion in 2024.

What is the growth rate for the Food Robotics Market?

Food Robotics Market size will increase at approximate CAGR of 11.31% during the forecasted period.

Which are the top companies operating within the market?

Major companies operating within the Food Robotics Market are GEA Group, The Middleby Corporation, Heat and Control, Inc., Marel, Bühler, JBT, Bigtem Makine, Alfa Laval, Clextral, SPX FLOW, TNA Australia Pty Ltd., Bucher Industries, Equipamientos Cárnicos, S.L and Other.

Which region dominates the Food Robotics Market?

Europe dominates the market with an active share of 43%.

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