Moisture Analyser Market Report

Organizations are leveraging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation in order to meet the evolving needs of quality control and compliance. These instruments assist businesses in making decisions based on data, identifying possible risks or deficiencies instantly, and speeding up and automating their quality control processes. One example is how companies in the manufacturing industry can use smart sensors and Internet of Things (IoT) devices to oversee production processes, detect irregularities, and take pre-emptive action to address quality problems. Similar to this, compliance management software with advanced analytics capabilities allows companies to monitor regulatory changes, assess their impacts, and ensure compliance.

The utilization of microelectromechanical (MEMS) sensors has been increasing lately, leading to an increased demand for moisture analysers utilizing MEMS technology. Analysers utilizing MEMS technology are characterized by their increased complexity, expanded functionalities, reduced power consumption, compact size, and rapid processing speed, which renders them cost-effective for various industries. Moreover, the inclusion of BLE, wi-fi, and other connectivity features has enhanced its functionality as analysers are becoming increasingly affordable and user-friendly. By incorporating MEMS technology into analysers, they have become better suited for use in agriculture and pharmaceutical industries.

For industries such as pharmaceuticals, polymer and plastic, agriculture, foods and beverages the moisture content is of utmost important so as to keep the final products uncontaminated. But, due to technical complexities and calibration requirements as the challenges for users, especially in industries with varying moisture analysis needs, there are concerns regarding accuracy and reliability of moisture measurement results affecting market confidence. Additionally, high initial investment costs associated with digital moisture analysers limits the adoption of the product, particularly in emerging economies. Moreover, most moisture analysers lack quick response time which is a key in most cases limiting the market growth.

As market is growing rapidly, many market leaders plan strategic development and investment to gain the upper hand in the market. For instance, in October 2023, SUWON, South Korea--KYMA, a comprehensive environmental measurement solutions company founded as an atmospheric environment measuring instrument manufacturer, has released the patented portable automatic moisture analyser KHK-21 which is a portable, battery powered device that can operate for nearly a week on a single charge, automatic moisture meter complying with the revised air pollution process test standards. Similarly, in March 2024, Alliance Scale, a well-known distributor company, introduced a moisture analyser that provides a single-step operation to perform quality control of all types of grains, foods, fish, meat, nuts, and seafood more accurately and precisely. As the market is newer and people lack the knowledge of the technology, some companies form alliance for distribution channels to gain profits. For instance, in March 2023, Baltimore-based Novatec, Inc., a leading manufacturer in plastic industry, as part of their emphasis on moisture-focused resin drying, announced a new exclusive distributor partnership with aboni GmbH, headquartered in Germany to be aboni’s exclusive distributor in North and Latin American countries for their HT3 HydroTracer product.

The Asia Pacific region is seeing the most rapid growth in the moisture analyser market. The increase is also credited to the ongoing increase in the population of Asia Pacific. The increase in population and urbanization drives the market demand for a variety of products and services. Moreover, countries like China and India are leading the way in the expansion of the moisture analyser market in the region. In addition, rapid progress in the chemical and pharmaceutical fields, coupled with significant growth in the food and beverages sectors, are creating a high demand for moisture analysers. In March 2024, Melchers China, a prominent player in the manufacturing and machinery industry, partnered with aboni Gmbh, a specialist in moisture analysis products, to incorporate moisture detection products into their diverse product range. The North American has also been growing steadily in recent years. The market growth in the region is driven by strict government regulations to keep products such as food, pharmaceuticals and electric appliances away from dampness and mould and government initiatives regarding modern farming practices. Additionally, rise in adoption of air quality monitoring system and rising demand for moisture analysers in various domestic purposes such as air-conditioning systems in offices and thermostats in houses are driving the growth of the market.