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The global market for industrial seals, valued at around US$8.39 billion, is growing strongly, with projections reaching around US$11.58 billion by 2022, largely propelled by demand from the petrochemical infrastructure and energy sectors. In 2020, the French market alone accounted for almost 59 million euros. However, the transportation sector - in particular the automotive and aerospace industries - has faced major challenges due to the pandemic of Covidmia of Covid-19, with automotive manufacturing falling but recovering thanks to a 78% increase over three years since the start of the pandemic. The aerospace sector also saw a substantial drop in sales of 19.16% in 2020, but recovered strongly by 13.79% in 2022. The energy sector remains promising, particularly for renewable energy production, where capacity has increased by two-thirds in France. There has also been a steady increase in production prices for rubber and plastic products, which have risen by 20% in five years.
Despite these trends, market players face major challenges such as maintaining safety, quality, innovation and environmental considerations, while managing volatile raw material costs. In addition, companies must navigate the industry-specific regulations that govern their operations and the use of their products.
Dynamic trends in the French gaskets market
In recent years, the French gaskets market has become an important sector, mainly due to the pressing demands of various industries that rely heavily on sealing solutions. Placed under the aegis of the 28.29 billion activity by Insee, the sector includes the manufacture of a range of sealing products such as mechanical seals that are integral to a plethora of environments. The French gaskets market, according to Eurostat definitions, encompasses multi-faceted items made from metal combined with other materials or layered metals, enabling a broad spectrum of applications to be established.
Gaskets are indispensable for ensuring the safety and efficiency of equipment in the transport, energy, fluid engineering, machineryengineering and machinery, as well as in the food and household appliance sectors, all of which reflect varying degrees of demand. In transportation, despite a striking decline due to the COVID-19 pandemic, sectors such as automotive, railroads and aeronautics proved resilient and enjoyed impressive post-crisis recoveries. The energy sector, where nuclear power accounts for the lion's share of electricity production in France, has maintained steady demand for sealants, with renewable energies representing an important segment of the market.renewable energies represent a booming market segment, with a two-thirds increase in production capacity in just under a decade. Specific industries such as fluid engineering and machinery showed stability and recovery trends, with investment in machinery almost back to pre-COVID levels by 2022.
The food industry, which has adopted the motto of safety and sterility, is another major contributor to demand for seals. The market has seen appreciable growth, with the French food safety market increasing significantly. Household appliances, too, although marked by erratic trends, point to potential sales growth, particularly after the peak years of the pandemic. As for the microprocessor sector, growth shows no signs of abating, with an expected increase of around 25% between 2020 and 2022. Other promising sectors such as robotics, e-mobility and medical equipment are further boosting demand. In particular, specific industries such as petrochemicals and biotechnology, which rely on high-performance PTFE seals, confirm the diversity of applications for these crucial components.
The French market, currently home to a constellation of key players with sales ranging from €2.5 million to over €68 million, reflects the dynamism and diversity of the sector. These players respond diligently to distinct market segments, notably automotive and aerospace, highlighting sector specialization within the industry. While the nuances of the gasket industry are significant, it's important to note that the industrial gasket market is constantly evolving.
In the complex industrial gaskets market, several key players have established their presence by specializing, innovating technologically or addressing various sectors. From specialized manufacturers to diversified industrial giants, these companies contribute to the robust dynamics that define the sector.
- Trelleborg Sealing Solutions originates from Sweden, and is known for its wide range of sealing solutions for a myriad of sectors, including but not limited to automotive and aerospace. It has an outstanding reputation for supplying specialized sealing products that meet the requirements of a variety of applications.
- Technetics Group represents German precision and quality, focusing specifically on the aerospace sector, among others. It offers a range of high-performance seals, gaskets and bushings designed to ensure safety and durability in extreme operating environments.
- Techne is a testament to the power of SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) in the industrial seals market. Their commitment to technical excellence has enabled them to serve high-precision industries such as aerospace with particular care, guaranteeing reliability and quality.
- ERIKS France proves its versatility in a variety of sectors, including oil and gas, underlining the critical nature of seals in these industries where safety and environmental considerations are paramount. Its product range demonstrates the company's expertise in meeting the dynamic demands of its customers.
- GEB SAS, another French entity, capitalizes on the market for more general sealing needs, highlighting the diversification present in the industry. Whether for specialized applications or more conventional sealing work, they play an essential role in maintaining the integrity of countless systems.
- Groupe Eynard Robin continues to make significant contributions to sectors such as the automotive and chemical industries. Its seals are an indispensable part of systems that demand the highest levels of sealing and durability.
- France Joint underlines its ability to meet the needs of multiple sectors, including the demanding automotive industry, by highlighting its adaptability and customer-centric approach to sealing solutions.
- Anfray specializes in fluid-engineering seals for the food industry, demonstrating the wide range of applications for seals.this demonstrates the wide range of applications for industrial seals, from preserving food safety to ensuring the efficiency of complex machinery.
- Dichtomatik, which focuses primarily on the semiconductor industry, shows how niche markets in the industrial gaskets sector require specialized solutions that meet unique environmental and operational conditions.
- PXL SEALS has carved out a role for itself in the production of seals for specific applications, underlining the importance of seal diversification and customization.
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1 Market overview
1.1 Definition and scope of study
The industrial seals sector is a subset of the sealing devices sector , with a dual function:
- to prevent leakage of fluid (liquid or gas) from a container
- to prevent the intrusion of foreign bodies into a device
Seals are essential to guarantee the tightness of mechanical connections used to transport fluids, and are therefore particularly present in piping systems, pumps and turbines. Their importance lies at the level of the fittings, whether fixed or mobile, and they guarantee the smooth operation and safety of a wide range of equipment and machines. Manufacturing processes therefore call for high-precision mechanisms and special know-how: the sector therefore requires a high level of technical expertise.
There are many different types of seal, differing from one another in shape, material, size and, of course, use. Seals are often metal-plastic. The material must be able to withstand the pressure and temperature differences of the fluid in question, as well as its chemical composition. While there are simple seal systems, others can be far more sophisticated, enabling wear to be monitored remotely, for example. In addition, there are other similar systems for guaranteeing sealing in certain specific cases: such as mechanical seals and sealing rings .
The French market for industrial seals was worth almost €59 million in 2020.
The main fields of application for industrial seals can be grouped into several segments:
- Transport (Automotive / Rail / Aeronautics / Space / Naval / Agricultural machinery & construction)
- energy (Nuclear / Wind / Hydraulic)
- Medical / Biochemical
- Food
- Metallurgy / Iron & Steel
- Chemicals / Petrochemicals
- household appliances
- Industrial machinery
As each type of application does not require the same type of seals and the same requirements, players tend to specialize in certain segments to meet specific customer needs.worldwide, the market has experienced strong growth in recent years, driven by the petrochemical and energy sectors in particular. Major players include Germany's ErlingKlinger, Sweden's Trelleborg and the USA's Flexitallic.
These include global players such as ErlingKlinger and Trelleborg, as well as French players such as Techné, France-Joint and Eriks France.
The growing importance attached to sustainable development is a buoyant segment for the seals sector, as seals help to save energy and prevent the leakage of harmful substances. What's more, manufacturers have to keep pace with their customers' production and adapt to their demands. The sector therefore requires substantial R&D investment and innovation to keep pace with new production challenges.
1.2 A growing global market
The global gaskets market peaked at US$*.** billion in ****, and according to Markets and Markets it should be around **.** billion by ****.
Sales of the global industrial seals market World, ****-****, in US$ billions Source: ****
According to Markets and Marketsthe main growth drivers are :
Demand for petrochemical infrastructure , particularly in developing countries. ...
1.3 The French gasket market
The French gaskets market
Insee groups the gaskets segment in activity **.**B - Manufacture of other general-purpose machinery, under nomenclature **.**.**, which includes mechanical seals and sets of seals in different materials.
Eurostat defines the category as follows: Gaskets and similar seals in sheet metal combined with other materials or in two ...
1.4 French trade balance
France has been a net importer of seals since ****.
French trade balance in gaskets and seals France, ****-****, in millions of dollars and in % UN COMTRADE HS code ******
France's trade balance for gaskets has seen fluctuating trends over the ****-**** period. Note impressive export growth between **** and ****, with an increase of ...
2 Demand analysis
2.1 Levers of demand: the transport sector
Seals are ubiquitous in the transport sector: cars, trucks, trains, bicycles, scooters, boats and more all rely on seals.
As a result, the market for gaskets and seals is largely dependent on developments in the global transport market, and especially on its two most important markets: automotive and aerospace. These two ...
2.2 Demand drivers: the energy sector
Virtually all energy production systems have seals that contribute to their smooth operation. These include
nuclear power plants thermal power plants hydroelectric dams wind turbines
Breakdown of primary energy consumption in France France, ****, as a percentage of volume Source: ****
For example, nuclear power, France's main source of electricity, relies heavily on ...
2.3 Demand drivers: fluid engineering and machinery
*/ Fluid engineering
Fluid technology" (***) is widespread in municipal installations such as drinking water and wastewater pipes. They are also widely used in factories in the form of industrial pumps and valves in various manufacturing processes. [***]
The chart below outlines sales trends in the manufacture of pumps and other compressors in France: ...
2.4 Demand drivers: food and household appliances
*/ Food industry
Sealing solutions are used in food packaging to :
prevent food leaks (***) prevent contamination by external intrusion prevent contamination of the product itself, which requires system sterility (***)
They are also used in many production machines, and their smooth operation helps to limit production maintenance [***]
As sealing solutions are linked to ...
2.5 Microprocessors: one of many growth sectors
Growth sectors:
The microprocessor market has enjoyed stable growth in recent years. The sector's market size is expected to increase by **% between **** and ****!
Sales forecasts for the microprocessor sector World, ****-****, in billions of US$ Source: ****
Other sectors of the future include robotics, e-mobility and medical equipment .
Other sectors not developed ...
2.6 Summary
3 Market structure
3.1 Segmentation and player dynamics
The main value chain for seal manufacturers includes :
Upstream, suppliers of raw materials (***) Downstream, gasket manufacturers are highly dependent on major customers and their gasket requirements.
Players in the gaskets sector must support their customers' innovations by adapting to new production challenges. They must develop newmanufacturing techniquesand innovate to meet more ...
3.2 The challenges of seal production
The diagram above depicts four pillars of the seal production challenge. By contributing to each of these pillars, a virtuous circle can be set in motion, since they are interdependent.
*/ Safety
Compliance with technical standards is essential not only for regulatory reasons, but also to guarantee the safety of installed ...
3.3 The main distribution channels
Some manufacturers of industrial seals have their own distribution channels - especially the larger players - but others rely on external distributors. Most manufacturers offer both types of distribution. Most of the time, large orders go through their own distribution channels, whereas sales via specialized intermediaries are more likely to be ...
4 Offer analysis
4.1 Types of joints
Static joints vs. dynamic joints:
Static seals are designed to withstand high pressure and compression, whereasdynamic seals are designed to withstand extreme conditions and repeated movement. dynamic seals are designed to withstand extreme conditions and repeated movements (***).
Nevertheless, certain types of seals - such as O-rings - can be static or ...
4.2 Raw material costs and price analysis
Manufacturers depend on world prices for the raw materials used in the production process. Take the example of steel sheet and strip, the price of which has been falling since ****.
Producer price index for hot- and cold-rolled steel sheet and strip World, ****-****, in index values Source: ****
Trend in French industry's ...
4.3 Seals at the heart of today's energy challenges
Environmentally-friendly production is the order of the day in all the seal manufacturers' customer sectors. Seals are one of the key elements in this more energy-efficient production.to take just one example, the emerging trend towards fuel-efficient vehicles has led to increased demand for lightweight components (***). Technological advances have led to ...
5 Regulations
5.1 Regulations
Regulations governing joints are specific to each of the industries for which they are intended: automotive, aeronautical, nuclear, etc. The following are just a few examples.
A decree dated **/**/**** covers the safety of pipelines for transporting combustible gases, liquid or liquefied hydrocarbons, and chemical products. This decree defines the minimum requirements ...
6 Positioning the players
6.1 Segmentation
Other companies in Artema's "Sealing" group include:
CYCLAM: dynamic seals. EagleBurgmann France: seals, gaskets and rings. Fluiten SpA Mechanical Seals: metal seals. John Crane, a Part of Smiths Group: mechanical seals Industrial Sealing Solutions - GROUPE LATTY Machined seals | SKF
- Precision Polymer Engineering
- Tremco Illbruck (CPG)
- Trelleborg Group
- Technetics Group France
- Techné
- GEB SAS
- Eynard Robin
- France Joint
- Anfray Etanchéité
- Dichtomatik (Groupe Freudenberg sealing)
- PXL Seals
- Emka Beschlagteile
- Eriks
- ElringKlinger
- Tremko Illbruck (DPG Europe)
- Frenzelit
- Mursec
- EGP Dépannage
- Protoumat
- SES sterling
- TC Concept
- Soletanche Bachy
- Le joint technique
- Kalicom
- AdhésionXtrem
- AJTM
List of charts
- Worldwide sales of industrial seals
- Share of domestic and export sales in the aerospace sector
- Motor vehicle sales (end June 2023)
- Breakdown of sales in the aerospace sector
- Sales in the aerospace sector
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