Parts Washer Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Solvent-based Parts Washers, Aqueous Parts Washers, and Biological Parts Washers), By Mode of Operation (Manual and Automatic), By Application (Automotive, Industrial, Aerospace & Defense, and Others), and Regional Forecast till 2032

The global parts washer market is experiencing considerable growth during the forecast period owing to the increasing vehicle production, stringent environmental regulation, and expansion of industrial manufacturing. The increasing vehicle production worldwide augments the demand for parts washers as they are important for cleaning automotive parts during maintenance and manufacturing. Parts washers improve productivity, minimize labor time, and provide a safer working environment.    

• According to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), 2,59,31,867 vehicles were produced in India from April 2022 to March 2023, as against 2,30,40,066 units from April 2021 to March 2022.    


• According to Trading Economics, car manufacturing in the U.S. rose to 11.19 Million Units in May 2024 from 11.15 Million Units in April 2024.

Parts Washer Market Driver

Expansion of Industrial Manufacturing in Developing Economies to Drive the Market Growth 

The expansion of industrial manufacturing in developing economies, especially countries in Asia Pacific, augments the demand for parts washers as industries, such as manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and defense demand clean components to ensure high reliability and performance. An industrial parts washer helps to remove various impurities, including oil, grease, and lubricants, from the surface of industrial components. Parts cleaning is an important stage in industrial manufacturing before other surface finishing processes.

• According to the ASEAN briefing, ASEAN countries combined gross domestic product (GDP) was USD 3.2 trillion in 2023. Manufacturing is an important part of the ASEAN economy. In Thailand, the manufacturing sector contributed 27% to overall GDP in 2021. 

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Parts Washer Market Restraint

High Upfront Cost Coupled with Maintenance Cost to Limit the Market Growth

Automatic parts washers are comparatively more expensive than manual ones, requiring significant investment. This can limit its adoption among small businesses with limited budgets or cost constraints. Its requirement for regular maintenance further adds up to the overall cost. In addition, solvent-based parts washers use hazardous chemicals, leading to concerns about the safety of workers and environmental pollution.

Parts Washer Market Opportunity

Increasing Focus on Operational Efficiency to Maximize the Market Demand for Parts Washer

The major advantage of a parts washer is its capability to lower scrubbing time and waste removal labor. Agitating washers and spray cabinets that include large soaking basins and heavy-duty pumps can be cleaned with little effort and minimal scrubbing. This, in turn, saves time for other tasks. The manufacturing industry is increasingly adopting automatic parts washers to minimize operational costs associated with cleaning agents, labor, and maintenance.       

• According to the Sikich Industry Pulse survey, around 76% of manufacturers initiated at least one operational efficiency project in the last three years, and three out of four surveyed manufacturers noted that they are scheduling an operational efficiency project in 2024.

Segmentation

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Micro Macro Economic Indicators


• Drivers, Restraints, Trends, and Opportunities


• Business Strategies Adopted by the Key Players


• Consolidated SWOT Analysis of Key Players

Analysis by Type

By type, the market is segmented into solvent-based parts washers, aqueous parts washers, and biological parts washers.

Parts washers, such as solvent-based parts washers, aqueous parts washers, and biological parts washers, are specialized tools for removing contaminants from machine parts. During the forecast period, aqueous parts washers are expected to grow with the highest CAGR due to the lower disposable cost, less tool wear, and improved safety. These parts washers are environmentally safer than solvent-based parts washers and can clean anything from grease, inks, oils, and paints.

Analysis by Mode of Operation

By mode of operation, the market is segmented into manual and automatic.

The automatic segment is poised to grow with the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Automatic machines require minimal intervention as they are equipped with programmable controls. It also features customizable settings for a diverse range of components and parts. This flexibility makes them highly suitable for a range of applications.           

Analysis by Application

By application, the market is segmented into automotive, industrial, aerospace & defense, and others.

The industrial segment accounts for the highest revenue market share due to increased production activities, automation in the manufacturing sector, stringent environmental standards, and demand for high-quality components. As the demand for high-quality parts and components increases, thorough cleaning becomes important. Parts washers help manufacturers to free industrial parts and components from contaminants that could lead to performance issues.    

Regional Analysis

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In terms of geography, the global market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Middle East & Africa.

North America accounted for the largest global parts washer market share in 2023. The market growth in North America is attributed to the increasing industrialization, automotive industry growth, strict safety regulations, and technological advancements. The increasing demand for automotive maintenance services augments the demand for parts washers in workshops and service centers.

Asia Pacific is the second-largest market based on the demand for parts washers. Rapid industrialization, automotive aftermarket services, and technological advancements drive the market in this region. Europe shows steady growth as a result of increased automation in the manufacturing sector.

Key Players Covered

The global parts washer market is highly competitive, and significant number of players in the market. In the U.S., the top 5 players account for only around 25% - 30% of the market.

The report includes the profiles of the following key players:

• CAPACITYX (U.S.)


• CRC Industries (U.S.)


• Service Line, Inc. (U.S.)


• MECWASH SYSTEMS LIMITED (U.K.)


• Envirofluid (Australia)


• A.T.E. Private Limited (India)


• Nakano Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (Japan)


• StingRay Parts Washers (U.S.)


• GRAYMILLS (U.S.)


• Heritage-Crystal Clean, Inc. (U.S.)

Key Industry Developments

• In June 2021, Stoelting Cleaning Equipment announced a strategic partnership with Ransohoff to manufacture and deliver cleaning systems for Stoelting’s parts washer business.