Global Cabinet & Enclosure Filter Fan Market Research Report 2023-Competitive Analysis, Status and Outlook by Type, Downstream Industry, and Geography, Forecast to 2029

Global Cabinet & Enclosure Filter Fan Market Research Report 2023-Competitive Analysis, Status and Outlook by Type, Downstream Industry, and Geography, Forecast to 2029

Cabinet & Enclosure filter fans are cost-effective for dissipating high heat loads within electrical cabinets. Filter fans reduce the enclosure's internal temperature by drawing cooler-filtered outside air into the enclosure and expelling heated internal air. The resulting airflow not only protects electronic components from overheating but also prevents dust and other harmful contaminants from entering the shell.

Market Overview:

The latest research study on the global Cabinet & Enclosure Filter Fan market finds that the global Cabinet & Enclosure Filter Fan market reached a value of USD 591.64 million in 2022. It’s expected that the market will achieve USD 823.39 million by 2028, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.66% during the forecast period.

Key Raw Materials Price Trend

Plastics are the chemical processing products of crude oil and natural gas. Changes in oil and gas prices are immediately reflected in the prices of plastic materials and resins as producers pass on cost fluctuations to customers. Since the beginning of 2023, polyethylene prices have shown a slight downward trend. This could be affected by the recession, expansion of capacity by existing producers, and low demand. The dramatic changes the COVID-19 pandemic has brought to the plastic material and resin supply chain and the emerging drive for a cleaner and more sustainable environment are forcing plastics companies to start changing their operations.
Aluminum alloy production mainly depends on the supply of aluminum and other alloying elements such as magnesium, copper, zinc, and tin. Fluctuations in the prices of these raw materials affect the market price of aluminum alloys. Rusal is one of the largest aluminum producers in the world. The Rusal-Ukraine War limited its production capacity and reduced exports to Europe and the United States. The tight supply of natural gas in Europe has forced primary aluminum smelters to cut production. Aluminum prices soar to record highs in 2022. At the same time, aluminum is the most energy-intensive base metal to produce, and its production requires about 40 times as much energy as copper. As the Chinese government attaches great importance to emission reduction, primary aluminum production capacity may be limited within a certain range. Aluminum mills have started working on aluminum scrap recycling to improve efficiency and address high energy costs and availability. It is expected that the aluminum and aluminum alloy industry will see changes in grade consumption and raw material supply, which will help its production capacity increase and price fall.

Advantages of the filter fan

Dust and water-resistant enclosures protect computers, monitors, printers, keyboards, and other electronic equipment from harsh elements such as liquids, dust, dirt, and airborne fibers. However, the casing also prevents the normal dissipation of heat. High-performance electronic components create thermal loads that can affect component life and lead to premature failure of electronic equipment. Cooling methods for electronic products include air cooling, gas cooling, phase change cooling, liquid cooling, nanotechnology, etc. A thermal management system will keep the overall heat load to a minimum by removing excess heat. Filters will keep particulate matter away from electronics. Filter fans are a major component of many thermal management systems, with applications in control cabinets and electronics enclosures, building automation and telecommunications systems, self-service kiosks, and electric vehicles, among others. The fan is a forced convection design that draws ambient air into the enclosure and expels heated air into the environment. This enables electronic devices to operate efficiently and keeps them within the design operating limits. The filter fan unit not only provides superior cooling protection but also addresses contamination, moisture, and fire concerns by adding specialized filters. Depending on the size of the airborne particles, filters are available in different thicknesses and can be made of different materials including aluminum, plastic and synthetic fibers. For the fan to function properly, the filter should be cleaned or replaced periodically. Most filters can be easily and safely replaced from the outside of the housing without dismantling the entire fan unit. Additionally, filter fans may be controlled by a thermostat or other temperature or humidity-sensing device to ensure they only run when needed. Other aspects that consumers need to consider include fan voltage, noise level, ambient temperature range, and fan rating. For large cabinets and high heat loads, higher capacity fans are required to ventilate the cabinet and cool the electronics inside. Overall, filter fans protect and extend the life of systems inside cabinets and enclosures while simplifying installation, reducing maintenance, and lowering overall operating costs.

Increased use of electrical cabinets

Electrical cabinets are enclosures that enclose electrical equipment. Its purpose is to protect electrical components from water, dust, oil and other contaminants that can damage sensitive electrical equipment, and to protect personnel from equipment (e.g. preventing electric shock or explosion propagation). Application industries include telecommunications, power, oil and gas, transportation, and residential and office buildings. In developing countries, rapid population growth and urbanization are leading to increasing levels of electricity consumption. As power and industrial infrastructure continue to grow, so do countries' need for workplace and workforce protection. The development of industrial automation requires the entry of more electromechanical equipment and components, which need to be enclosed for safety and aesthetic purposes, and electrical cabinets become key elements in industrial and residential applications. Many countries have implemented strict safety regulations and certification requirements for this purpose, such as NFPA 79 and IEC 60204. As the world's electricity demand continues to increase, the construction of renewable energy infrastructure such as wind and solar energy is rapidly increasing globally. Growing environmental concerns related to nuclear energy and fossil fuels have driven countries to focus on green energy infrastructure. For example, China's installed capacity of solar and wind power ranks first in the world, and the Chinese government provides tax incentives and credits to attract investors and scours the world for machinery and polysilicon supplies. Solar panels and windmills use sensitive electronic components. Equipment requires shock protection, EMC shielding, electronic cooling, corrosion resistance, and power conversion. Electrical enclosures can prevent power theft and protect circuits from external elements such as dust and rain. The energy sector, therefore, makes extensive use of electrical cabinets. Furthermore, technological developments have made electrical cabinets an essential part of IoT solutions and smart grids. The popularity of smart homes has promoted the widespread use of electrical enclosures in homes. In terms of materials, plastic electrical enclosures are favored by the renewable energy industry, which also has an impact on the choice of material for filter fans. Hence, the increasing market for electrical cabinets is driving the demand for cabinet and enclosure filter fans.

Increased demand for network cabinets

Network cabinets are usually made of steel and other alloys and are used to store routers, distribution frames, switches, and various network equipment and network accessories. Network cabinets are often used in enterprises with servers, located in data centers or communication centers, and are an integral part of servers. The advantages of the network cabinet include optimizing the server space structure, better wiring management, providing efficient cooling, and ensuring the safety of internal hardware equipment. A data center is a facility consisting of networked computers, storage systems, and computing infrastructure that organizations use to assemble, process, store, and disseminate large amounts of data. Many industries use IT infrastructure to generate a large amount of data. For this reason, it is necessary to establish a large-scale data center to store and provide high-security services for the generated data. Current sources of massive data generation include increased internet penetration, increased reliance on and spending on cloud technologies by the likes of Google and Microsoft, growth in e-commerce, modernization of big data analytics, use of artificial intelligence, and virtualized servers used for remote control. From the perspective of global regional distribution, North America has a large number of data center facilities and advanced infrastructure. A strong economic landscape, large IT budgets, adoption of advanced technologies, and high-performance computing are expected to drive the demand for data centers in North America. Network closets used in banking and finance require additional protection against theft, damage, and other risks. The Asia-Pacific region has a large consumer base, and countries such as China and India are seeing a shift in banking and retail to cloud services and online payments. With technology constantly changing and high-density server adoption, network closets need to efficiently host servers, manage cables and facilitate airflow to ensure optimal data center performance. Especially SMEs deploying multiple servers in a confined space to serve higher data loads require dedicated cabinets to support their additional cooling needs. Typically, data center cooling systems consume about 40% of the total energy, and enterprises need efficient cooling systems to reduce energy consumption and improve overall efficiency. In addition, excessive cooling can lead to unnecessary energy use in the data center, and it is critical to plan for data center equipment and cooling facilities. Hence, the rise in data centers has led to an increase in the global demand for cooling systems for network cabinets, which is also driving the expansion of the market for cabinet and enclosure filter fans.

Region Overview:

In 2022, the share of the Cabinet & Enclosure Filter Fan market in Europe stood at 32.91%.

Company Overview:

The major players operating in the Cabinet & Enclosure Filter Fan market include Schneider Electric, Siemens, ABB, nVent, Hubbell, etc. Among which, Schneider Electric ranked top in terms of sales and revenue in 2023.

Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a global expert in energy management and automation. The company provides energy and automation digital solutions for efficiency and sustainability. The company drives digital transformation and serves the home, building, data center, infrastructure, and industrial markets.

Siemens

Siemens AG is a world-leading technology company, committed to engineering excellence, innovation, quality, reliability, and international development for 170 years. The company operates globally and focuses on the fields of electrification, automation, and digitalization.

Segmentation Overview:

By type, Less than 100CFM segment accounted for the largest share of market in 2022.

Application Overview:

By application, the Electrical Cabinets segment occupied the biggest share from 2018 to 2022.

Key Companies in the global Cabinet & Enclosure Filter Fan market covered in Chapter 3:

STEGO
BEEHE
Wenzhou Natural Automation Equipment CO., LTD.
Alfa Plastic sas
Leipole
nVent
DBK Group
ABB
Siemens
Fandis
Hubbell
Hammond
PFANNENBERG
Schneider Electric

In Chapter 4 and Chapter 14.2, on the basis of types, the Cabinet & Enclosure Filter Fan market from 2018 to 2029 is primarily split into:

Less than 100CFM
100-300CFM
More than 300CFM

In Chapter 5 and Chapter 14.3, on the basis of Downstream Industry, the Cabinet & Enclosure Filter Fan market from 2018 to 2029 covers:

Electrical Cabinets
Network Cabinets
Others

Geographically, the detailed analysis of consumption, revenue, market share and growth rate, historic and forecast (2018-2029) of the following regions are covered in Chapter 8 to Chapter 14:

North America (United States, Canada)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Netherlands, Turkey, Switzerland, Sweden)
Asia Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia)
Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa)