Robotic Paint Booth Market Size, Share & COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Explosion Proof Type and Non-Explosion Proof Type), By Application (Paint Booth and Paint Booth Robots), By End User (Automotive and Non-automotive), and Regional Forecast, 2023-2030

The global robotic paint booth market size was valued at USD 3.43 billion in 2022. The market is projected to grow from USD 3.55 billion in 2023 to USD 5.31 billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.9% during the forecast period.

A robotic paint booth is an automated device that performs various painting operations, such as priming, coating, and finishing. It is also used to spray water, solvent, and powder materials. This product can effectively cover curves, complex parts, shapes, and recesses of all sizes. It is largely utilized in automotive applications. But it is also used in non-automotive applications, such as the aerospace, defense, and military sectors. These systems are used in purpose-built environments for the safe and effective application of booths and paint robots. They are a part of paint automation and equipped with explosion-proof robotic arms to ensure efficient and safe spraying of coatings, while minimizing harm to the end users.

There is a rising demand for robotic paint booths from automotive and non-automotive sectors due to benefits associated with them, such as reduced labor cost & time of production, increased product quality, higher productivity, protection of people's health, and a safety-driven system. These factors are expected to fuel the market growth. The steady expansion of the automotive industry and related sectors will also drive the market growth. For instance, according to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), the Indian passenger car market is anticipated to record a CAGR of 9% from 2022 to 2027. These factors will enhance the sales of robotic paint booths.

COVID-19 IMPACT

Supply Chain Disruptions and Halted Manufacturing Activities During COVID-19 Restricted Market Growth

The automotive, aerospace, and defense sectors across the globe suffered more during the COVID-19 pandemic owing to disruptions in their supply chains, leading to delays in the manufacturing and delivery of equipment and components for spray booths. Many manufacturers faced challenges in obtaining the necessary parts and materials. During this period, many industries, including automotive and aerospace, which are significant users of spray booths, experienced a decline in their production activities. Reduced manufacturing output meant less demand for new paint booths. The COVID-19 outbreak also highlighted the importance of health and safety in manufacturing environments. The automotive industry is one of the most significant consumers of robotic paint booths.

Moreover, the pandemic led to a significant slowdown in automobile production as manufacturers temporarily closed their manufacturing plants or reduced their production capacity due to lockdowns and decreased consumer demand. This reduction in demand for new vehicles had a direct impact on the sales of robotic paint booths.  For instance, according to a statement by the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), the net sales of the automotive sector dropped by 37.9% in 2020 as compared to 2019. Also, major manufacturers witnessed a drop in their net sales due to supply chain bottlenecks. For instance, the net sales of ABB Ltd. dropped by 6.6% in 2020 as compared to 2019. However, some major players registered a significant rise in their net sales during the same period. For instance, Yaskawa Electric Corporation registered growth in its net sales by 18.9% in 2020 as compared to the previous year 2019.

However, the product demand has rebounded post-pandemic owing to steady growth in the automotive and healthcare sectors, and technological advancements in these products. These factors might boost the global market growth during the forecast period.

Robotic Paint Booth Market Trends

Technological Advancements in Robotic Paint Booths to Trigger Market Growth

Key players, such as ABB Ltd., KUKA AG, Durr Group, and Yaskawa Electric Corporation are engaged in providing products equipped with advanced technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT). Moreover, the rising usage of industry 4.0 practices also acts as the latest trend in the market. These machines are incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning algorithms to improve the paint application quality, optimize paint usage, and reduce waste. These technologies can also enable predictive maintenance, ensuring that the robots operate efficiently and with minimal downtime.

AR and VR technologies are being used for training and maintaining the end-users in the booth industry. These technologies offer remote support and immersive training experiences for operators and maintenance personnel. To increase the use of robotic paint booths and minimize dependence on human labor in industrial operations, leading companies in the robotic paints market are adopting the latest technologies in the automotive, and related sector.

Key players are competing with each other to grow their operations and increase their market share. Equipment designed for precision mixing and spraying can improve the finishing quality, reduce waste & VOCs, and increase overall production. Convergence of artificial intelligence, automation, design, and machine learning acts as a major trend in the global market.

Robotic Paint Booth Market Growth Factors

Increasing Usage of Robotics and Automated Production Methods in Automotive Sector to Drive Market Growth

Many industries, including but not limited to automotive, construction, and aerospace use robotic coating booths. As a result, the leading companies in this market have set up their manufacturing units in various regions, especially in countries, such as Malaysia, Mexico, China, and India. One of the main growth drivers for the market is the growing use of robotics and adoption of automated manufacturing technologies in various sectors. Robotics and automation can reduce manual errors and improve the speed of machines for various applications. Additionally, rising utilization of these booths across automotive and related sectors will drive the market growth. For instance, according to a report by McKinsey, the market size of the global autonomous vehicle sector will reach a valuation of USD 300-400 billion by 2025. These factors will enhance the growth of the market.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

High Capital Investment and Operating Costs May Impede Market Growth

Robotic paint booths are assembled with robotic arms and other hardware and software systems. Integrating robotic arms and other hardware is a difficult endeavor which requires huge capital investment. Also, these systems require huge amount of investment. For instance, according to a report by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA), the cost of a spray painting booth ranges from USD 5,400 to USD 23,000 and varies from booth to booth. Such a huge cost associated with these systems will restraint the market growth.

Robotic Paint Booth Market Segmentation Analysis

By Type Analysis

Explosion-Proof Booths to Gain Traction Due to Rising Demand from Automotive Sector

Based on type, the market is categorized into explosion-proof type and non-explosion-proof type.

The explosion-proof type segment dominates the robotic paint booth market share, and is projected to record substantial growth during the forecast period. This is owing to several benefits associated with these systems, such as fire resistance and preventing the ignition of flammable materials inside the booth. Also, this system is widely used in the automotive and aerospace sectors.

The non-explosion-proof type segment is projected to register major growth due to rising demand for these booths from the automotive, aerospace, and furniture sectors. This type of booth is used for general painting and coating applications. It is often more cost-effective and suitable for applications where there is no risk of flammable materials being present during the painting process. These factors will fuel the segment’s growth.

By Application Analysis

Paint Booth Set to Registered Substantial Growth, Due to Benefits Associated With These System to Fuels Market Growth

Based on application, the market is classified into paint booths and paint booth robots.

The paint booth dominates the market, and is projected to grow with significant growth during the forecast period. This is owing to it is used for both painting and coating applications. They are used to contain overspray, fumes, and paint particles, ensuring a clean and controlled painting process. Paint booths are used in various industries, such as automotive manufacturing, aerospace, woodworking, metal fabrication, and more, where high-quality finishes and environmental control are essential.

Paint booth robots is expected to grow with potential growth during the forecast period. Paint booths are used in various industries, such as automotive manufacturing, aerospace, woodworking, metal fabrication, and more, where high-quality finishes and environmental control are essential. Moreover, it has several benefits associated with these products such as precision, efficiency, and safety applications. All such factors boost the growth of the market.

By End User Analysis

Expansive Applications of Robotic Painting Booths to Fuel Their Use in Automotive Sector

Based on end user, the market is segmented into automotive and non-automotive sectors.

The automotive sector segment dominates the market and is projected to record the highest growth rate during the forecast period. These booths are used for applications, such as painting vehicles, automotive parts, and providing an attractive finish to automobiles. These factors will drive the segment’s growth.

The non-automotive sector segment is projected to record notable growth during the forecast period as the booths are used in industries, such as art, medical equipment, woodworking, and consumer goods. These factors are fueling the segment’s growth.

REGIONAL INSIGHTS

The market report has a vast scope and offers deep-dive analysis of five main regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America.

Asia Pacific will dominate the market during the forecast period owing to the rising demand for robotic paint booths from the automotive, aerospace, and furniture sectors. The region, particularly countries, such as China, India, Japan, and South Korea, has experienced rapid industrialization. This has led to an increased demand for advanced manufacturing and automation solutions. Moreover, growth in the automotive sector of China, India, and Japan will drive the expansion of the market during the forecast period. For instance, according to a report by Daxue Consulting, South Korea’s automotive sector grew by 8.5% in 2022 as compared to 2021. This factor will help the market flourish in the country.

China to Dominate Market Due to Increasing Product Demand from Automotive Sector

China is one of the most important markets for the global automotive sector. In fact, the country’s automotive market accounts for around 30% of the global market share. The expansion of the automotive and related sectors in China is expected to positively contribute to the market growth during the forecast period. For instance, according to the International Trade Administration, the automotive sector in China grew by 7.1% in 2021 as compared to 2020. Such factors will supplement the market’s growth.

North America is anticipated to record major growth during the forecast period due to rising investments in automation technologies and growth in the region’s automotive and furniture sectors. These factors are enhancing the demand for these systems, which will fuel the regional market growth.

Europe is expected to register commendable growth during the forecast period due to the expansion of the automotive sector in Germany, France, and Italy.  In addition, government investment for implementing new technological advancement in product portfolio, to drive the market growth. For instance, according to a report by Sango Automation Limited, in 2021, the French government planned to invest around USD 905.2 million in the development of the robotics industry. These factors will drive the growth of the regional market.

The Middle East & Africa and Latin America markets are projected to display notable growth during the forecast period due to the expansion of the automotive sector and incorporation of IOT and AI technologies into robotic painting systems.

List of Key Robotic Paint Booth Market Companies

Market Players to Integrate New Technologies into Their Products to Intensify Market Competition

Market players, such as ABB Ltd., Yaskawa Electric Corporation, KUKA AG, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, and others are engaged in introducing advanced products in the market to strengthen their positions. Also, some of the companies are introducing new concepts in these systems. For instance, in May 2020, DURR Group developed an advanced concept named “EcoProBooth Paint Booth”. This booth claims to reduce maintenance and carbon emissions. It can be used for 12 jobs per hour and to paint compact cars and SUVs.

LIST OF KEY COMPANIES PROFILED:

• ABB Ltd. (Switzerland)


• Yaskawa Electric Corporation (Japan)


• Effort Intelligence Equipment Co. Ltd. (China)


• Staubli International AG (Switzerland)


• Kawasaki Heavy Industry Co. Ltd. (Japan)


• Durr Group (Germany)


• GIFFIN (U.S.)


• Fanuc Corporation (Japan)


• KUKA AG (Germany)


• SAIMA Meccanica S.p.A. (Italy)

KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS:

• September 2022: Durr Group introduced a new Industry 4.0 robot paint booth for carmaker Chery Automobiles Co. Ltd. based in Wuhu, China. This type of system would be used for painting various vehicles and components for SUVs.


• July 2022: ABB Ltd. launched a new robotic paint booth for painting applications. It is an environment-friendly system and would be used to ensure zero quality defects. This type of product is expected to be used for improving the production capacity. It claims to increase the efficiency and color changing capacity by 10% and 75%, respectively, and reduces the consumption of air by 20%.


• February 2022: ABB Ltd. introduced an innovative robot solution for automotive applications. The aim of this application is to reduce overall production cost by one third, which saves cost and makes automotive paint facilities more sustainable.


• December 2020: Durr Group acquired the Teamtechnik Maschinen und Analgen GmbH deals in assembly and functional test systems. The acquisition was done to improve the company’s supply chain and product portfolio.


• September 2020: ABB Ltd. introduced PixelPaint, the future of robotic painting. This system has features, such as decreased operational cost and improved production capacity. Also, this system overcomes the blockages in paint booths.

REPORT COVERAGE

The report offers a detailed analysis of the market by focusing on crucial aspects, such as key product types, applications, and end users. It provides information about leading players in the market and a brief overview of their business, product offerings, investments (R&D and expansions), and revenue analysis. Besides, it offers insights into the market’s competitive landscape, trends, SWOT analysis, and highlights key drivers and restraints. In addition to the abovementioned factors, the report encompasses several factors that have contributed to the market's growth in recent years.

Report Scope & Segmentation