DRY ROOM DEHUMIDIFIER MARKET SIZE AND SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS AND FORECASTS (2023 - 2030)

Global dry room dehumidifier market size is expected to reach US$ 755.8 Mn by 2030, from US$ 370.9 Mn in 2023, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7% during the forecast period. A dry room dehumidifier is a device that removes moisture from a closed space to maintain a low humidity level. It is used across residential and commercial settings including closets, basements, bathrooms, hospitals, and pharmaceutical/food processing units to prevent moisture damage and control air quality. The growth of the market is driven by increasing demand from the healthcare sector, rising industrial and construction activities, and growing adoption in the food processing industry.

Global dry room dehumidifier market is segmented into type, application, end user, and region. By type, the market is segmented into desiccant dehumidifiers, refrigerant dehumidifiers, and thermoelectric dehumidifiers and other. Desiccant dehumidifiers account for the largest share as they efficiently remove moisture in low temperature environments. By application, the market is segmented into closets, bathrooms, laundries, and others. Closets dominate the segment due to the high use of dehumidifiers to prevent clothes and other storage items from moisture damage.

Global Dry Room Dehumidifier Market Regional Insights

• North America: In North America, the Dry Room Dehumidifier market showcases robust growth driven by stringent regulations, particularly in industries such as pharmaceuticals and electronics. The demand is further fueled by a focus on energy efficiency and the need to maintain optimal manufacturing conditions. Key players are investing in advanced technologies to meet the diverse requirements of end-users, enhancing the overall market landscape.
• Europe: The European Dry Room Dehumidifier market witnesses steady expansion owing to a strong emphasis on sustainability and environmental regulations. Industries like food and chemicals adhere to strict quality standards, propelling the demand for advanced dehumidification solutions. The market is characterized by a competitive landscape with a focus on innovation, energy efficiency, and product customization, reflecting the region's commitment to technological advancements.
• Asia Pacific: In the Asia Pacific region, the Dry Room Dehumidifier market experiences rapid growth fueled by burgeoning industrialization and increasing awareness of moisture control in manufacturing processes. Key drivers include the pharmaceutical and food industries, which prioritize product quality. The market dynamics are shaped by a surge in infrastructure development and a growing awareness of the impact of humidity on production efficiency. Major players are strategically expanding their presence to capitalize on the burgeoning opportunities in this dynamic region. .

Figure 1. Global Dry Room Dehumidifier Market Share (%), By Region, 2023

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Analyst Viewpoint:

Global dry room dehumidifier market is expected to witness steady growth over the forecast period due to increasing industrial applications of these devices. Stringent regulations regarding workplace safety and hygiene are prompting industries to install dehumidifiers in dry rooms used for activities like painting, staining, and product storage. This will drive revenues. Meanwhile, the food and pharmaceutical industries are also expected to boost demand.

Asia Pacific is expected to emerge as the fastest growing regional market due to surging industrialization in China and India. Developing countries are witnessing rapid establishment of manufacturing facilities which will propel the need for dry rooms. North America will remain dominant led by paints and coatings industry in the U.S. requiring humidity control.

High initial costs of commercial and industrial dehumidifiers can hinder market expansion to some extent. However, growing awareness about increased productivity and product quality achieved through proper humidity levels will encourage more end users to invest.

Opportunities lie in introducing energy-efficient dehumidifier models integrated with advanced control systems. Rising adoption of internet-of-things (IoT) enables remote monitoring of humidity and automatic operation. Manufacturers should focus on developing affordable dehumidifiers that are tailored for small businesses and households.

Global Dry Room Dehumidifier Market Drivers:

• Increasing demand from the healthcare sector: The healthcare sector is expected to be a major driver for the dry room dehumidifier market. Healthcare facilities like hospitals, clinics, medical research centers, pharmaceutical production units, require controlled humidity levels to maintain sanitary conditions and prevent microbial growth. Dehumidifiers help in regulating humidity across operating rooms, medical storage areas, testing labs, thereby minimizing risk of infections and maintaining air quality standards. Moreover, the growth in healthcare expenditure and investments in building advanced healthcare infrastructure globally will propel the adoption of dehumidifiers.
• Growth of the food processing industry: The food processing industry is anticipated to emerge as a significant end user driving sales of dry room dehumidifiers. Dehumidification is critical across various food processing operations including drying, freezing, and packaging to maintain food quality and safety by preventing moisture condensation, spoilage and bacterial growth. Stringent food safety norms are further compelling manufacturers to integrate dehumidification equipment. The thriving packaged food and beverage sector will thereby create strong demand growth opportunities for dry room dehumidifier manufacturers.
• Rise in industrial activities: The proliferating industrial sector comprising manufacturing, energy, oil & gas, power generation, mining, and others will bolster the need for dry room dehumidifiers. Most industrial processes require protection against corrosion, moisture accumulation, and contamination. Dehumidifiers play a vital role in eliminating dampness across factory floors, control rooms, machinery rooms, storage facilities to avoid equipment failure and accidents. Hence, the steady expansion of heavy industries especially in emerging economies will accelerate the dry room dehumidifier market growth.
• Growing residential and commercial construction: The residential and commercial building and construction sector is increasing globally, driven by population growth, rapid urbanization and focus on advanced infrastructure. Dry room dehumidifiers are being widely integrated in modern real estate projects across basements, storage/utility rooms, swimming pools, laundry areas, and others for indoor air quality control. Rising adoption of dehumidification systems in green buildings along with strong growth in construction investments will boost the demand.

Global Dry Room Dehumidifier Market Opportunities:

• Rising infrastructure activities: The ongoing infrastructure development activities such as road, railway, and airport expansion projects are creating lucrative prospects for dry room dehumidifier suppliers. Dehumidification is necessary across infrastructure facilities like subways, tunnels, and underground spaces to prevent condensation and corrosion issues. Moreover, government efforts towards upgrading public infrastructure worldwide combined with public-private partnerships will also spur the installation of dehumidifier systems, thereby benefiting the market growth.
• Technological advancements in products: Investments in research and development (R&D) leading to introduction of advanced dehumidifier technologies will expand the application scope as well as enhance performance and efficiency. Key innovations include built-in humidistats for automatic control, integration of IoT for remote monitoring, quieter and compact designs, and others. Manufacturers are also developing eco-friendly solutions by using green refrigerants meeting energy norms. Such advances are expected to improve user convenience and experience, hence driving widespread adoption.
• Growing demand from pharmaceutical sector: The pharmaceutical industry is an attractive end user for dry room dehumidifiers due to the need for controlled environments in drug manufacturing, testing, and storage. Strict regulatory emphasis on quality and safety standards in pharmaceutical processes will compel companies to deploy dehumidification to remove moisture, avoid contamination and maintain product integrity. With pharmaceutical production on the rise globally, the segment is slated to bolster sales of dry room dehumidifiers.
• Potential in developing economies: Developing nations across Asia Pacific (APAC), Latin America, Middle East & Africa offer lucrative prospects for dry room dehumidifier suppliers due to rapid industrialization and urbanization. Government efforts to improve public health infrastructure combined with expanding residential and commercial realty in these regions will heighten the installation of dehumidification equipment. Rising humidity levels driven by climate change also make dehumidifiers essential, thereby unlocking enormous opportunities for vendors.

Global Dry Room Dehumidifier Market Trends:

• Integration of intelligent technology: A notable trend is the integration of intelligent technology like IoT, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, sensors, and others with dry room dehumidifiers to enable smart functions. Connected dehumidifiers allow remote monitoring and control of humidity via mobile apps and optimize operations autonomously. They can also self-diagnose problems and notify users about maintenance needs. Such intelligent and predictive capabilities make them highly efficient. Their adoption is increasing across industries due to benefits of maximized uptime and minimum human intervention.
• Focus on energy-efficient products: Energy efficiency is becoming a prime consideration among end users while purchasing dehumidifiers. Customers are increasingly demanding products with higher energy ratings and lower electricity costs. Consequently, vendors are emphasizing more on enhancing energy-efficiency of dehumidifiers through optimized components and eco-friendly refrigerants. Introduction of inverter compressor technology has also enabled varying dehumidification capacity as per ambient conditions, hence improving efficiency. These advances are critical for addressing sustainability goals and regulatory energy performance requirements.
• Increasing adoption in emerging economies: The emerging economies of Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa are witnessing increasing adoption of dry room dehumidifiers due to rapid urbanization, industrial growth and improving standard of living. Humid tropical climatic conditions combined with rising infrastructure projects make dehumidification indispensable across these regions for condensation control. Market players are targeting the untapped potential by offering products that are customized to local requirements at competitive prices. Collaborations with regional distributors along with marketing initiatives are further aiding uptake.
• Development of smart dehumidification solutions: The advent of smart dehumidification systems is a notable trend in the market. These systems can accurately measure, monitor, and automatically control humidity through built-in humidistats, advanced sensors and IoT technology. Users can remotely adjust settings and schedules via smartphones. Machine learning algorithms allow the system to self-regulate conditions. Smart solutions provide enhanced efficiency in energy usage besides minimizing human intervention. Their ability to integrate with a building's HVAC (Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system for centralized control makes them ideal for large commercial installations.

Global Dry Room Dehumidifier Market Restraints:

• High equipment and maintenance cost: The high initial cost and significant maintenance expenditure that is associated with dry room dehumidifiers often deters many end users from adoption. Customers may perceive the cost of dehumidifiers as exceeding the cost of potential damage from excess moisture. Moreover, major replacement costs arise from deteriorating components like heat exchangers and compressors after prolonged use. This forces users to opt for low-cost alternatives thereby hampering market prospects.

Counterbalance: The high cost of the equipment of dry room dehumidifiers needs to be controlled and make affordable for the customers thus eliminating the low-cost alternatives and driving the market growth.

• Limited awareness in developing regions: Lack of awareness regarding the benefits of controlled humidity and dehumidification exists in many developing economies. Cost sensitivity further limits adoption mainly to premium commercial establishments in these regions. Customers often remain unconvinced about return on investment from dehumidifiers. Limited marketing initiatives by players also contribute to restricted uptake. Hence raising knowledge about importance of maintaining humidity drives growth across the residential and industrial sectors in developing markets.
• Presence of low-cost conventional alternatives: Availability of cheaper traditional alternatives like exhaust fans, ventilators, and air conditioners hinders the sales of dry room dehumidifiers. While less efficient, customers prefer these options, due to affordability and cost savings. Moreover, users perceive the cooling capability of air conditioners as an additional advantage over standalone dehumidifiers. The easy availability and operational familiarity with such alternatives especially dampens the mass adoption of dehumidifiers in the residential sector.

Recent Developments

• In February 16, 2022, SINTEF is one of Scandinavia’s largest independent research organisations based in Trondheim, Norway and has partnered with Weiss Technik an environmental chamber manufacturer to build a dry room system for a new battery research facility in Norway.

New product launches

• In June 2021, Bry-Air Inc., a leading manufacturer of commercial & industrial dehumidification products and services unveiled their revamped web presence, featuring an integrated e-commerce platform. This digital transformation offers comprehensive details and facilitates direct purchases of their commercial and industrial desiccant dehumidifiers. The enhanced online interface is anticipated to broaden the Bry-Air Inc.’s market reach and fortify their business prospects.
• In June 2021, Airwatergreen AB, a Swedish air treatment company announced that WOHLINS FRYSHUS LOGISTIK AB, a Sweden-based cold chain logistic & warehousing service provider, selected its REX dehumidifier to manage the humidity level in its cold storage hall in Halmstad

Acquisition and partnerships

• In August 29, 2022, Bry-Air USA and Airtho Cleanroom Products partner to provide the 55,000 sq. ft. dry room for the first commercial use at the iM3NY lithium-ion gigafactory in Endicott, U.S.

Figure 2. Global Dry Room Dehumidifier Market Share (%), By Application, 2023

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Top Companies in Global Dry Room Dehumidifier Market

• DanDry
• Bry-Air
• Drymate
• DehuTech AB
• Aprilaire
• Therma-Stor LLC
• Santa Fe Products
• Surna Inc.
• Desert Aire Corp.

Definition: Global dry room dehumidifier market encompasses the global market for devices and equipment that are used to remove moisture from enclosed spaces like basements, storage rooms, clean rooms, and others. to maintain optimized humidity levels. Dehumidifiers lower humidity by extracting water from air by using heat pumps, desiccants or other technology. They find application across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors for preventing moisture damage, controlling air quality and reducing growth of microbes. With increasing focus on health, energy efficiency and sustainability, global dry room dehumidifier market is expected for steady growth globally.

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