Variable Frequency Drive Market by Type (AC Drive, DC Drive, Servo Drive), Application (Pumps, Fans, Compressors, Conveyors), Power Rating (Micro, Low, Medium, High), Voltage, End User and Region - Global Trends & Forecast to 2029
The Variable Frequency Drive market is projected to reach USD 30.36 billion by 2029 from an estimated USD 23.46 billion in 2024, at a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period (2024-2029). Increased industrialization increases the energy consumption and complexity in the manufacturing process, hence the need for VFDs to increase the motor efficiency, reduce the energy consumption costs, and optimize system performance. The growing focus on energy conservation and business operation efficiency is a further driver of the increase in VFD adoption.
Scope of the Report
Years Considered for the Study
2020-2029
Base Year
2023
Forecast Period
2024-2029
Units Considered
Value (USD Million) and Volume (Thousand Units)
Segments
Type, End User, Power rating, Application, Voltage, and Region.
Regions covered
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa
"AC Drives is expected to grow as the largest segment during the forecast period."
The AC drive is considered the fastest-growing product segment in the VFD market due to the ability to provide fine motor control and high energy efficiency. In these times of growing industrialization, energy-saving solutions will achieve great deal-breakers in manufacturing, mining, and HVAC systems, among others. AC drives present reduced energy consumption, lower operation cost, as well as improved performance that aligns with businesses' interests in improving productivity at the lowest possible cost. Further, the decreasing cost of AC drive technology and the ongoing improvements in production methods are making this an accessible and attractive option for industries around the world.
"Pumps segment is expected to emerge as the largest segment by application."
The use of pumps accounts for the most prominent segment of the Variable Frequency Drive market because their energy saving potential is at a very high scale, and they are being increasingly adopted in various industries. VFDs can control variable speed of pumps, thereby allowing more efficient performance while at the same time reducing energy consumption in water treatment and HVAC to the oil and gas industries. The VFDs minimize and avoid energy waste as well as mechanical wear through the modulation of the motor speed to meet the demands for effective efficiency. Very relevant to this application in centrifugal pumps is where the need for variable control of flow reduces energy, hence increasing the lifespan of equipment under base loads by using VFDs for pump-based systems.
"India to grow at the highest CAGR for Asia Pacific Variable Frequency Drive market."
The fastest-growing country in the VFD market is India, as it rapidly industrializes and focuses on energy efficiency. Significant infrastructure development in the country along with a rising demand for automation in manufacturing sectors, water treatment plants, and HVAC systems is pushing up the growth of the VFD market. India's energy efficiency initiatives and government policies supporting industrial growth are the other reasons for increased VFD adoption. With a burgeoning industrial base and moving closer to modernizing its infrastructure, India is likely to witness significant market growth going forward, especially in the areas where efficient motor control systems are critical.
In-depth interviews have been conducted with various key industry participants, subject-matter experts, C-level executives of key market players, and industry consultants, among other experts, to obtain and verify critical qualitative and quantitative information, as well as to assess future market prospects. The distribution of primary interviews is as follows:
By Company Type: Tier 1- 30%, Tier 2- 45%, and Tier 3- 25%
By Designation: C-Level- 30%, Director Levels- 20%, and Others- 50%
By Region: North America- 18%, Europe- 8%, Asia Pacific- 60%, the Middle East & Africa- 10%, and South America- 4%
Note: Others include sales managers, engineers, and regional managers.
Note: The tiers of the companies are defined based on their total revenues as of 2023. Tier 1: > USD 1 billion, Tier 2: From USD 500 million to USD 1 billion, and Tier 3: < USD 500 million
ABB (Switzerland), Siemens (Germany), Schneider Electric (France), Danfoss (Denmark), Rockwell Automation (US) are some of the key players in the Variable Frequency Drive market.
The study includes an in-depth competitive analysis of these key players in the Variable Frequency Drive market, with their company profiles, recent developments, and key market strategies.
Research Coverage:
The report defines, describes, and forecasts the Variable Frequency Drive market by Type (AC Drives, DC Drivers and Servo Motors), By Power Rating (Micro Power Drive, Low Power Drive, Medium Power Drive and High Power Drive), By Application (Pumps, Compressors, Conveyors, Fans and Others), By End User (Oil & Gas, Industrial, Power, Infrastructure), By Voltage (Low Voltage and Medium Voltage) and By Region (North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Middle east & Africa). The scope of the report covers detailed information regarding the major factors, such as drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities, influencing the growth of the Variable Frequency Drive market. A detailed analysis of the key industry players has been done to provide insights into their business overview, solutions, and services; key strategies; Contracts, partnerships, agreements. new product & service launches, mergers and acquisitions, and recent developments associated with the Variable Frequency Drive market. Competitive analysis of upcoming startups in the Variable Frequency Drive market ecosystem is covered in this report.
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Analysis of key drivers (Increasing industrialization and growing demand for energy efficiency, Rising need for enhancing energy efficiency and decreasing energy consumption, Supportive regulatory environment for efficient and effective energy utilization), restraints (Stagnant growth of oil & gas industry and decline in exploration and production activities, Increase in maintenance cost of systems after implementation of variable frequency drives (VFDs), opportunities (Modernization of power infrastructure, Growing use of Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) and robotics technologies), and challenges (Availability of low-cost products in gray market, Shortage of components and parts due to supply chain disruptions) influences the growth of the Variable Frequency Drive market.
Product Development/ Innovation: With an investment of USD 26.09 Million, the facility aims to enhance manufacturing capacity and cater to rising demand for automation and energy-efficient solutions. The expansion is expected to boost the VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) market in India by ensuring localized production, timely delivery, and customization capabilities, aligning with the country's focus on industrial automation and energy efficiency.
Market Development: The development of Variable Frequency Drive are moving towards greater efficiency, sustainability, and power generation. Favorable government policies in carbon emission reduction, increasing demand for Variable Frequency Drive in transportation and industrial sectors, create Variable Frequency Drive market growth.
Market Diversification: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has expanded its power device production capacity at its Power Device Works facility in Japan. With an investment of USD 2.2 billion, the expansion aims to meet increasing demand for power devices, including those used in Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). This global capacity expansion is likely to indirectly benefit the VFD market in India by ensuring a stable supply chain for essential components, supporting continued growth and innovation in the industry.
Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players like ABB (Switzerland), Siemens (Germany), Schneider Electric (France), Danfoss (Denmark), Rockwell Automation (US) among others in the Variable Frequency Drive market.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
1.3 STUDY SCOPE
1.3.1 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SCOPE
1.3.2 INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
1.3.3 YEARS CONSIDERED
1.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
1.5 STAKEHOLDERS
1.6 SUMMARY OF CHANGES
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1 RESEARCH DATA
2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
2.1.1.1 Key data from secondary sources
2.1.1.2 List of key secondary sources
2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
2.1.2.1 Key data from primary sources
2.1.2.2 Key industry insights
2.1.2.3 List of primary interview participants
2.1.2.4 Breakdown of primary interviews
2.2 MARKET BREAKDOWN AND DATA TRIANGULATION
2.3 MARKET SCOPE
2.4 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION METHODOLOGY
2.4.1 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
2.4.1.1 Demand-side analysis
2.4.1.2 Regional analysis
2.4.1.3 Country-level analysis
2.4.1.4 Demand-side assumptions
2.4.1.5 Demand-side calculations
2.4.2 TOP-DOWN APPROACH
2.4.2.1 Supply-side analysis
2.4.2.2 Supply-side assumptions
2.4.2.3 Supply-side calculations
2.5 FORECAST ASSUMPTIONS
2.6 RISK ANALYSIS
2.7 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
2.8 RESEARCH LIMITATIONS
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET
4.2 ASIA PACIFIC: VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY TYPE AND COUNTRY
4.3 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY TYPE
4.4 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY VOLTAGE
4.5 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY POWER RATING
4.6 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY APPLICATION
4.7 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY END USER
4.8 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY REGION
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
5.2.1 DRIVERS
5.2.1.1 Rising need for enhancing energy efficiency and decreasing energy consumption
5.2.1.2 Increasing need for motion control systems in automated production plants
5.2.1.3 Growing need for energy efficiency and process optimization in chemicals industry
5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
5.2.2.1 High installation and maintenance costs
5.2.2.2 Stagnant growth of oil & gas industry
5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
5.2.3.1 Government regulations for sustainability
5.2.3.2 Growing use of Industrial Internet of Things and robotics technologies
5.2.4 CHALLENGES
5.2.4.1 Lack of skilled workforce for installation, programming, and maintenance of variable frequency drives
5.3 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
5.4 VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
5.4.1 RAW MATERIAL PROVIDERS/COMPONENT MANUFACTURERS/SUPPLIERS
5.4.2 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MANUFACTURERS/ASSEMBLERS
5.4.3 DISTRIBUTORS/ RESELLERS
5.4.4 END USERS
5.4.5 MAINTENANCE/SERVICE PROVIDERS
5.5 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
5.6 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
5.6.1 MEDIUM-VOLTAGE VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE FOR PREHEATER HELPED CEMENT PLANT ACHIEVE SUBSTANTIAL ENERGY SAVINGS
5.6.2 ADAPTING 11KV MOTOR FOR 6.6KV VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE WITH STAR-DELTA SOLUTION
5.6.3 ENHANCING BALL MILL EFFICIENCY IN IRON ORE MINING WITH INVERTEK DRIVES LTD.'S OPTIDRIVE P2 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE
5.7 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
5.7.1 KEY TECHNOLOGY
5.7.1.1 Direct torque control
5.7.2 ADJACENT TECHNOLOGY
5.7.2.1 Harmonic filtering
5.7.3 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGY
5.7.3.1 Internet of Things
5.8 PRICING ANALYSIS
5.8.1 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE OF VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES, BY POWER RATING, 2021-2024
5.8.2 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE OF VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES, BY REGION, 2021-2024
5.9 TRADE ANALYSIS
5.9.1 IMPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 850110)
5.9.2 EXPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 850110)
5.9.3 IMPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 850120)
5.9.4 EXPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 850120)
5.10 PATENT ANALYSIS
5.11 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS, 2025
5.12 INVESTMENT AND FUNDING SCENARIO
5.13 TARIFF AND REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
5.13.1 TARIFFS RELATED TO VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE
5.13.2 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
5.14 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
5.14.1 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
5.14.2 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
5.14.3 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
5.14.4 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
5.14.5 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
5.15 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
5.15.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
5.15.2 BUYING CRITERIA
5.16 IMPACT OF AI/GENERATIVE AI IN VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET
5.16.1 ADOPTION OF AI/GENERATIVE AI IN VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET
5.16.2 IMPACT OF AI/GENERATIVE AI ON DRIVE TYPES, BY REGION
5.16.3 IMPACT OF AI/GENERATIVE AI ON VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY REGION
5.17 MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK
5.17.1 INTRODUCTION
5.17.2 GDP TRENDS AND FORECAST
5.17.3 INFLATION
6 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY TYPE
6.1 INTRODUCTION
6.2 AC DRIVE
6.2.1 INCREASED INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION AND SMART GRID EXPANSION TO DRIVE MARKET
6.3 DC DRIVE
6.3.1 SUPERIOR SPEED CONTROL AND HIGH-SPEED REGULATION TO DRIVE MARKET
6.4 SERVO DRIVE
6.4.1 SURGE IN DEMAND FOR AUTOMATION AND SMART MANUFACTURING TO DRIVE MARKET
7 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY VOLTAGE
7.1 INTRODUCTION
7.2 LOW VOLTAGE
7.2.1 INCLINATION TOWARD SUSTAINABILITY TO DRIVE MARKET
7.3 MEDIUM VOLTAGE
7.3.1 FOCUS ON COST SAVINGS AND OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY TO DRIVE MARKET
8 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY POWER RATING
8.1 INTRODUCTION
8.2 MICRO POWER DRIVE
8.2.1 EXTENSIVE USE IN FOOD & BEVERAGE INDUSTRY DUE TO LOW POWER REQUIREMENTS TO DRIVE MARKET
8.3 LOW POWER DRIVE
8.3.1 RISING DEMAND FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY ACROSS DIVERSE INDUSTRIES TO DRIVE MARKET
8.4 MEDIUM POWER DRIVE
8.4.1 ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW MANUFACTURING PLANTS TO DRIVE MARKET
8.5 HIGH POWER DRIVE
8.5.1 ONGOING DEVELOPMENTS IN STEEL AND MINING INDUSTRIES TO DRIVE MARKET
9 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY APPLICATION
9.1 INTRODUCTION
9.2 PUMPS
9.2.1 NEED FOR ENERGY-EFFICIENT SOLUTIONS TO DRIVE MARKET
9.3 FANS & BLOWERS
9.3.1 ENHANCED SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TO DRIVE MARKET
9.4 COMPRESSORS
9.4.1 SUBSTANTIAL ENERGY SAVINGS TO DRIVE MARKET
9.5 CONVEYORS
9.5.1 REDUCED MECHANICAL STRESS AND ADAPTABILITY TO DRIVE MARKET
9.6 OTHER APPLICATIONS
10 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY END USER
10.1 INTRODUCTION
10.2 POWER
10.2.1 GLOBAL ENERGY EXPANSION TO DRIVE MARKET
10.3 OIL & GAS
10.3.1 SURGE IN INVESTMENTS TO DRIVE MARKET
10.4 CHEMICALS & PETROCHEMICALS
10.4.1 ADAPTABILITY WHEN HANDLING COMPLEX AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TO DRIVE MARKET
10.5 MINING & METAL
10.5.1 COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY TO DRIVE MARKET
10.6 CONSTRUCTION/INFRASTRUCTURE
10.6.1 PRECISE CONTROL OVER ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION TO DRIVE MARKET
10.7 FOOD & BEVERAGE
10.7.1 STRINGENT SAFETY AND HYGIENE STANDARDS TO DRIVE MARKET
10.8 AUTOMOTIVE
10.8.1 EXTENSIVE USE IN VEHICLE PRODUCTION TO DRIVE MARKET
10.9 WATER & WASTEWATER TREATMENT
10.9.1 EMPHASIS ON REGULATING SEWAGE TREATMENT TO DRIVE MARKET
10.10 OTHER END USERS
11 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE MARKET, BY REGION
11.1 INTRODUCTION
11.2 ASIA PACIFIC
11.2.1 CHINA
11.2.1.1 Growth in manufacturing sector to drive demand
11.2.2 JAPAN
11.2.2.1 Growth in chemical industry to drive demand
11.2.3 INDIA
11.2.3.1 High investment in power sector to drive demand
11.2.4 AUSTRALIA
11.2.4.1 Growing investment and expanding mining industry to propel market
11.2.5 INDONESIA
11.2.5.1 Thriving manufacturing sector to drive demand
11.2.6 SOUTH KOREA
11.2.6.1 Promising growth of automotive and shipbuilding sectors to drive market
11.2.7 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC
11.3 NORTH AMERICA
11.3.1 US
11.3.1.1 Surge in crude oil production to drive market
11.3.2 CANADA
11.3.2.1 Increasing mining activities to drive market
11.3.3 MEXICO
11.3.3.1 Progress in automobile manufacturing to drive demand
11.4 EUROPE
11.4.1 GERMANY
11.4.1.1 Growth in automotive industry to boost market growth
11.4.2 RUSSIA
11.4.2.1 Expanding oil & gas and nuclear energy sectors to drive significant adoption of VFDs
11.4.3 FRANCE
11.4.3.1 Growing use of renewable energy and green investments to boost growth
11.4.4 UK
11.4.4.1 Growth in construction and infrastructure sectors to augment market growth
11.4.5 ITALY
11.4.5.1 Growth in advanced manufacturing practices to boost market growth
11.4.6 SPAIN
11.4.6.1 Rise in advanced manufacturing practices to boost market growth
11.4.7 REST OF EUROPE
11.5 SOUTH AMERICA
11.5.1 BRAZIL
11.5.1.1 Optimizing energy consumption in construction industry to drive demand
11.5.2 ARGENTINA
11.5.2.1 Increased automation to drive demand
11.5.3 CHILE
11.5.3.1 Increased electricity generation to boost demand
11.5.4 REST OF SOUTH AMERICA
11.6 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
11.6.1 GCC COUNTRIES
11.6.1.1 Saudi Arabia
11.6.1.1.1 Need for energy efficiency and sustainability to accelerate demand in oil & gas industry
11.6.1.2 UAE
11.6.1.2.1 Rapid expansion of manufacturing industry to drive growth
11.6.1.3 Other GCC Countries
11.6.2 SOUTH AFRICA
11.6.2.1 Restructuring of energy sector to propel demand
11.6.3 NIGERIA
11.6.3.1 Rapid reforms in power sector to accelerate adoption of VFDs
11.6.4 EGYPT
11.6.4.1 Expansion of mining sector to augment market growth
11.6.5 REST OF MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
12 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
12.1 OVERVIEW
12.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN, 2020-2025
12.3 REVENUE ANALYSIS, 2019-2023
12.4 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2023
12.5 COMPANY VALUATION AND FINANCIAL METRICS, 2025
12.6 BRAND/PRODUCT COMPARISON
12.7 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2023
12.7.1 STARS
12.7.2 EMERGING LEADERS
12.7.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS
12.7.4 PARTICIPANTS
12.7.5 COMPANY FOOTPRINT: KEY PLAYERS, 2023
12.7.5.1 Company footprint
12.7.5.2 Region footprint
12.7.5.3 Power rating footprint
12.7.5.4 Type footprint
12.7.5.5 Application footprint
12.8 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: STARTUPS/SMES, 2023