Italy Welding Equipment Market Overview, 2028

Italy Welding Equipment Market Overview, 2028

In Italy, a large proportion of industrial products are manufactured using welding processes. As a result, the demand for welding equipment to complete the welding process is increasing in Italy. The use of new materials in various industries, on the other hand, has necessitated the development of cutting-edge welding technology. As a result, manufacturers are focusing on developing new welding machines and equipment to meet the increasing demand and meet the need for timely product development. Many manufacturers are looking for ways to differentiate their products from competitors and offer more customized solutions to customers. Welding equipment and consumables can help facilitate this by allowing for precise and tailored welding processes. Furthermore, as manufacturing becomes increasingly competitive, there is a growing emphasis on quality and safety in production processes. Welding equipment and consumables that offer improved precision, reliability, and safety are in high demand. Moreover, Italy has a significant infrastructure development program underway, including projects related to transportation, energy, and construction. These projects require a wide range of welding equipment and consumables, including welding electrodes, filler metals, and gas equipment. In addition, Italy is at the forefront of the Industry 4.0 movement, which involves the integration of digital technologies and automation into manufacturing processes. Welding equipment and consumables are critical components of these processes, leading to increased demand for advanced welding equipment and consumables.

According to the research report ""Italy Welding Equipment and Consumables Market Overview, 2028,"" published by Bonafide Research, the Italy Welding Equipment and Consumables market is projected to reach market size more than USD 730 Million by 2028. Based on by Technology, the market is divided into Arc weldings and oxy-fuel welding . Arc welding is expected to gain prominence in the coming years due to the increasing adoption of fusion processes and the use of high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) across various industries because it is a flexible and cost-effective process. Oxy-fuel welding technology has the highest CAGR from 2023 to 2028. Its growing use in industrial manufacturing applications The welding equipment and products used in this technology are highly cost-efficient, which promotes their implementation in welding fillet, butt, and lap joints with object thicknesses up to 5mm. Based on end users, the automotive segment will hold a dominant position in this market in terms of market share during the forecast period as the automotive industry is focusing on reducing the weight of vehicles by replacing metal parts with plastic, which requires high precision. Based on equipment, electrodes and filler metal equipment have the largest market share. Electrodes and filler metal equipment are widely used in various industries, including automotive, construction, shipbuilding, and aerospace. They are essential for welding and joining different materials such as steel, aluminium, and stainless steel. The oxy-fuel welding industry has the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Oxy-fuel welding equipment is lightweight and portable, which makes it ideal for use in remote locations where electricity is not available. However, oxy-fuel welding produces a high heat input, which allows for quick welding and efficient fusion of the workpieces. This makes it suitable for welding thicker materials.

The Italian welding industry is highly specialized, with a focus on producing high-quality welding equipment and consumables for specific applications, such as automotive manufacturing and shipbuilding. For instance, Italy is a major producer of welding equipment in Europe, with companies such as Fronius Italia, Selco, and Cebora based in the country. Furthermore, the most common welding processes used in Italy are TIG (tungsten inert gas) welding, MIG (metal inert gas) welding, and stick welding. Moreover, Italy has a number of welding research centres, including the Welding Research Institute (Istituto di Ricerca sulla Saldatura e la Metallurgia) in Genoa, which conducts research on welding technologies, processes, and materials. Moreover, the Italian Welding Committee (Comitato Italiano Saldatura) is a non-profit organisation that promotes the development and use of welding technologies in Italy. It offers training and certification programmes for welders as well as research and testing services for welding equipment and consumables. Furthermore, Italian welding equipment and consumables manufacturers are increasingly focused on digitalization and automation, using technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to improve the efficiency and quality of their products. In addition, Italy has a well-developed network of welding training centres and schools, which provide education and training for welders at all levels. These institutions are helping to ensure that the country has a skilled and knowledgeable workforce that can meet the demands of the welding industry.

Based on product type, the market is divided into two sections: welding equipment and welding consumables. The welding equipment segment will hold a dominant position in this market in terms of market share during the forecast period, owing to the rising trend of automated machines used in various industries such as automotive and construction to join thermoplastics, metals, and others. The welding consumables segment has the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The high demands for customised solutions for joining dissimilar and non-metallic materials, as well as the rise in steel consumption, are all factors. Furthermore, this industry is now emphasising the use of simple and cost-effective solutions to protect the work piece from the outside environment. Consumables are gaining traction in this scenario because the raw materials used to manufacture them include copper, rutile, and aluminium, all of which have high tensile strength and antioxidant properties.

According to consumable, the market is divided into Stick electrodes, Solid Wires, Flux-cored wires, SAW wires and Fluxes, and Others (gases, rods, etc.). Among them, In 2022, the stick electrodes product segment held the most market share. Stick electrodes are becoming increasingly popular for welding a diverse range of components due to their ability to increase welding strength as well as their high corrosion resistance and tensile strength. During the forecast period, flux-cored wires have the highest CAGR. Flux-cored wires have greater deposition rates than other welding consumables, making them ideal for high-speed welding applications. This makes them popular in industries where productivity and efficiency are critical, such as automotive, construction, and shipbuilding.

In Italy, some of the largest welding equipment and consumables trade shows include Lamiera is a trade show for sheet metal forming machine tools and related technologies, including welding equipment and consumables. It takes place every two years in Milan and is organised by UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE, the Italian machine tool, robot, automation systems, and ancillary products manufacturers' association. Furthermore, MECSPE is a trade show for the manufacturing industry that takes place every year in Parma. It features a wide range of technologies and solutions, including welding equipment and consumables, and attracts exhibitors and visitors from around the world. Moreover, Welding Week is an annual event that takes place in Padua and is dedicated to welding technologies and solutions. It includes a trade show, technical seminars, and welding competitions, and is organised by the Italian Welding Committee. Furthermore, EuroBLECH Italy is a trade show for sheet metal working and related technologies, including welding equipment and consumables. It takes place every two years in Milan and is part of the Euroblech series of events that take place in Europe. In addition, Bimu is a trade show for the machine tools, robots, and automation industry that takes place every two years in Milan. It features a wide range of technologies and solutions, including welding equipment and consumables, and attracts exhibitors and visitors from around the world.

Start-ups:
• Evolve Additive Solutions is a start-up that specializes in the development of innovative 3D printing technologies. Its Selective Toner Electrophotographic Process (STEP) technology allows for high-speed, high-quality 3D printing of metal parts, which can be used for welding equipment and consumables.
• Unicore is a start-up that has developed a unique welding technology that uses a rotating electrode to create a stronger, more efficient weld. This technology has the potential to revolutionize the welding industry by reducing the need for filler material and improving the quality of welds.
• WeldCut is a start-up that has developed a portable, automated plasma cutting and welding system that can be used in a variety of industries, including construction, shipbuilding, and metal fabrication. This system is designed to improve the efficiency and quality of welding and cutting operations.
• Saldatrici Ricerca is a start-up that is focused on the development of advanced welding equipment and consumables. Its products include MIG and TIG welding machines, welding torches, and welding wire, which are designed to be high-quality and affordable.
• Welding Tools is a start-up that has developed a range of innovative welding tools, including a portable welding table, a magnetic welding jig, and a welding ground clamp. These tools are designed to make welding easier, faster, and more efficient, and are targeted at DIY enthusiasts and professional welders alike.

Considered in this report
• Geography: Italy
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028

Aspects covered in this report
• Italy Welding Equipment & Consumables market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Type:
• Welding Equipment
• Welding Consumables

By Equipment:
• Electrodes & Filler Metal Equipment
• Oxy-fuel Gas Equipment
• Other Equipment
By Consumable:
• Stick electrodes
• Solid wires
• Flux-cored wires
• SAW wires and Fluxes
• Others (gases, rods, etc.)

By Technology:
• Arc Welding
• Oxy-fuel Welding
• Others (Resistance welding, Laser beam welding, plasma arc welding, electron beam welding)

By end- Users:
• Automotive
• Fabrication
• Building & Construction
• Marine
• Power
• Oil & Gas
• Others (Shipbuilding, Maintenance & Repair, Offshore, Pipe Mill, Pipeline, Aerospace, etc.)

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, government-generated reports, and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by making telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations and organizations related to the 3D printing industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.