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According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Polypropylene Fiber Pleated Filters Market is growing at a CAGR of 7% during the forecast period. Pleated polypropylene fibre filters are air filtration devices made of pleated polypropylene fibres. They efficiently capture airborne particles, dust, allergens, and contaminants, ensuring improved indoor air quality. Their benefits lie in high filtration efficiency, durability, and cost-effectiveness. These filters find applications across residential, commercial, industrial, and healthcare sectors, integrated into heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to maintain cleaner indoor environments, enhance air quality, and prevent the spread of airborne pollutants and pathogens.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is estimated that around seven million people die prematurely each year, due to combined effects of household and ambient air pollution.
Hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities require stringent air quality control to maintain sterile environments, prevent cross-contamination, and ensure patient and staff safety. With the healthcare sector's increasing emphasis on infection control and maintaining hygienic conditions, the adoption of these high-efficiency filters has surged. The critical role of pleated filters in reducing the risk of airborne transmission of diseases within medical settings amplifies their demand, making them indispensable for maintaining clean and safe air environments in healthcare facilities, thus driving market growth significantly.
Fluctuations in polypropylene prices impact manufacturing costs, leading to unpredictability in production expenses. Manufacturers face challenges in maintaining stable pricing for filters, affecting profit margins and competitiveness. Sudden price hikes in raw materials can pressurise filter makers to either absorb increased costs or pass them on to consumers, potentially impacting market demand.
High-quality filtration systems are becoming increasingly essential as HVAC systems become essential parts of many industries, including healthcare, business, industrial, and residential. Polypropylene fibre-pleated filters, known for their efficiency in capturing airborne particles, allergens, and contaminants, align perfectly with this demand. Furthermore, the increasing installation and replacement of HVAC systems, especially in new constructions and building upgrades, create a substantial market opportunity for manufacturers offering these filters. Thereby, it propels market growth.
Compliance with these regulations demands substantial alterations in manufacturing practices, potentially increasing production costs for filter manufacturers. Moreover, as environmental standards emphasise eco-friendly materials and sustainable practices, there is a risk of traditional disposable filter segments facing scrutiny. Adapting to these stringent regulations requires significant investments in eco-friendly materials and operational changes, potentially disrupting market dynamics and posing challenges to the competitiveness of polypropylene fibre-pleated filters in meeting evolving environmental standards.
Rising concerns regarding indoor air quality and virus transmission propelled a surge in demand for efficient filtration systems. Industries, especially healthcare and commercial sectors, sought advanced filters to maintain sterile environments. Remote work and education amplified the need for improved home air quality, escalating residential filter usage. Supply chain disruptions caused material shortages and price fluctuations, challenging production. However, this crisis expedited innovation, prompting research into more effective filtration technologies.
The MERV 8-13 segment is estimated to hold the largest share. MERV (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) categorises filters based on their ability to capture airborne particles. Specifically, the MERV 8-13 Type denotes filters capable of trapping finer particles, including dust, pollen, mould spores, and pet dander, offering improved air quality. These filters are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial HVAC systems, ensuring cleaner indoor air by capturing a higher percentage of contaminants. Furthermore, the MERV 8-13 segment signifies filters with varying efficiency levels, meeting diverse filtration needs across different environments and industries.
The Commercial & Public Buildings segment is anticipated to have lucrative growth during the forecast period. The pleated filters, designed with polypropylene fibres, cater to diverse HVAC systems in offices, malls, educational institutions, and government facilities. They efficiently trap dust, allergens, and airborne particles, enhancing the air quality within these high-traffic environments. In order to ensure cleaner and safer indoor settings, polypropylene fibre-pleated filters are in high demand in commercial and public buildings due to the emphasis on healthier indoor spaces, compliance with air quality requirements, and the necessity for efficient filtering to safeguard tenants' health.
Asia Pacific commanded the largest market share during the extrapolated period due to rising industrialization, increasing awareness of indoor air quality, and stringent environmental regulations. Countries like China, India, Japan, and South Korea showcased significant market potential due to expanding manufacturing industries and increasing adoption of filtration systems in commercial and residential sectors. Furthermore, the region's focus on sustainability and the growing emphasis on clean air solutions positioned APAC as a prominent contributor to the polypropylene fibre-pleated filter market, fostering opportunities for market expansion and technological advancements.
North America is expected to witness profitable growth over the projection period, owing to its focus on indoor air quality, technological advancements, and a growing emphasis on sustainability. The region benefited from stringent air quality regulations, particularly in industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and commercial spaces, driving the demand for high-quality filtration solutions. Furthermore, the United States and Canada were key contributors, witnessing increased adoption of pleated filters due to their efficiency in removing contaminants.
Some of the key players in the Polypropylene Fiber Pleated Filters Market include Parker Hannifin, Bosch, 3M, MAHLE GmbH, Filtration Group Corporation, Donaldson Company, Inc., Daikin Industries, Freudenberg Group, Columbus Industries, Koch Filter, Camfil Group, Glasfloss Industries, K&N Engineering, Airex Filter, Honeywell, Eaton Corporation and Merck KGaA.
In May 2023, Parker-Hannifin Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies, announced that it has signed an agreement to divest its Aircraft Wheel and Brake Division, located in Avon, Ohio, in the United States, to Kaman Corporation. Kaman, headquartered in Bloomfield, Connecticut, is a leading manufacturer of components and materials for aerospace and defense, industrial and medical markets.
In September 2022, Parker-Hannifin Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies, announced it has completed its acquisition of Meggitt PLC. Meggitt has diverse aerospace and defense exposure with technology and products on almost every major aircraft platform.