Non-dispersive Infrared (NDIR)

Non-dispersive Infrared (NDIR)

The Non-Dispersive Infrared (NDIR) market can be used to describe gas-sensing technologies that use the intensity of the infrared light passing through the gas to determine the concentration of the gas without the need for a prism or grating. These sensors are popular in monitoring and controlling the environment, the safety of industries, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, and automobile emissions among others. Thus, key market drivers are increasing demand for air quality control due to stricter environmental regulations, and growth in the NDIR sensor market application in automotive, health care, smart building industries, and other sectors. There are also new concentration areas in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and improvement of energy efficiency, which is also driving the market.

The Non-dispersive Infrared Market is expected to grow at a robust CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period, owing to the growing demand for accurate and reliable gas-sensing solutions driven by stringent environmental regulations and the need for energy-efficient systems. Current trends and deals in the NDIR market explain the industry’s focus on the generation of new technologies and the diversification of portfolios. For instance, Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corp. (AKM) which is based in Japan partnered with Senseair AB which is a Sweden-based manufacturer of NDIR gas sensor modules in January 2018 by acquiring its shares. AKM is stepping up the realization of businesses using invisible light detection (such as IR and UV) using its core technology of compound semiconductors. With small size, high sensitivity, and high quality, AKM’s infrared (IR) light emitting elements and detectors are used more in the gas sensors which detect the concentration of gases to meet the demand for air quality control in households, offices, and factories. It is predicted that the market for CO2 sensors is going to grow exponentially in terms of business measures dealing with global warming.

Moving forward it is predicted that another market of NDIR sensors will be the Asian countries including China, India, and countries in South East Asia. These countries are going through industrialization, urbanization, and governmental measures for the reduction of air pollution and efficiency in energy utilization. China’s Belt and Road Initiative and India’s emphasis on sustainable urban growth have led to investments in smart infrastructure such as NDIR-based HVAC. Additionally, regulatory policies focused on emissions reduction, such as China's Blue Sky Plan and India's National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), are expected to further drive the adoption of NDIR sensors in these regions.

• Based on Gas Type, the Non-dispersive Infrared market is segmented into Carbon Dioxide, Methane, Carbon Monoxide, and Others. The Carbon Dioxide segment acquired a majority share in the Non-dispersive Infrared market and is expected to showcase a substantial growth rate during the forecast period. The demand for carbon dioxide (CO2) sensors in the NDIR market is mainly fueled by the increasing concerns on environmental issues and emission standards. Some of the prominent end users where monitoring and controlling CO2 emission is necessary include manufacturing industries, power plants, and oil & gas due to which there is a growing demand for NDIR CO2 sensors. In the HVAC industry, these sensors are useful as they enable control of ventilation while ensuring power and energy usage within the environment is kept to a minimum. Also, the increased implementation of smart buildings and the utilization of IoT-based air quality monitoring systems are increasing the demand for CO2 sensors. As people become growingly conscious of climate change and air quality, there is likely going to be a considerably large market for timely and accurate CO2 measurement tools.
• Based on Application, the Non-dispersive Infrared market is divided into Detection & Analysis, HVAC, and Monitoring. The Detection & Analysis segment is expected to showcase a substantial growth rate during the forecast period. In the HVAC sector, these sensors play an important role in measuring indoor air quality and thus ensuring the right amount of airflow is used, this is a way of keeping energy usage to a bare minimum. Also, the rising implementation of smart buildings and IoT-employed air quality monitoring systems is serving to improve the deployment of CO2 sensors. Global warming and air quality awareness have been on the rise and hence the need for accurate CO2 measurement technologies is anticipated to rise sharply in the future.
• Based on End-User, the Non-dispersive Infrared market is divided into Industrial, Automotive, Environmental Monitoring, Healthcare, and other segments. The Industrial segment is expected to grow substantially during the forecast period. This is attributable to the fact that NDIR sensors are used in the detection of gaseous substances used in production lines, oil, and gas, chemical facilities, and power plants. These sectors have particularly depended on the application of gas sensing technologies to detect the emissions, and safety of its employees, as well as to meet the high standards in environmental and safety standards. The industrial segment is most influential in the NDIR market due to the growing demand for accurate measurement of toxic gases.
• For a better understanding of the market adoption of the Non-dispersive Infrared industry, the market is analyzed based on its worldwide presence in countries such as North America (U.S.A., Canada, and Rest of North America), Europe (Germany, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Australia, and Rest of Asia-Pacific), Rest of World The APAC segment dominate the NDIR market growth owing to industrialization and urbanization in countries including China, India, and Japan, which boosts the need for gas monitoring. Environmental standards given to control air pollution and industrial emissions have spurred the use of NDIR sensors in fields such as manufacturing, electrical generation, and the chemical industry. There is also an increased automotive industry, especially in the emergent markets such as China and India that is driving the need for NDIR sensors for emissions and air quality. Also, the growing smart cities and IoT-based projects in the region have increased the demand for NDIR technology in HVAC systems and environmental control systems. Regulations promoting the betterment of air quality shun emission of greenhouse gases, and growing consciousness among employers concerning the safety of the working environment are the factors that are instrumental in gaining new heights for the market in the region of APAC. Also, the increasing concern worldwide with regards to health care especially in Japan and South Korea is an added demand for the NDIR sensors in medical gas monitoring.
• Some of the major players operating in the market include ABB Group, Dynament Ltd. (PST), ELT SENSOR Corp., Emerson Electric Co., Figaro Engineering Inc., Gas Sensing Solutions (GSS), Honeywell International Inc., HORIBA, Ltd., SenseAir AB, and Siemens AG.