Safety Interlock Switches Global Market Report 2024

The safety interlock switches market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.98 billion in 2023 to $1.04 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased automation of industrial processes, demand for cybersecurity and interoperability, demand for advanced safety systems, rise in use of data analytics, usage in smart factories and automation systems.

The safety interlock switches market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.28 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be ascribed to the increasing utilization of industrial safety standards and automation technologies, the growing requirement for safety systems, the demand for Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities, the necessity for real-time data monitoring, and the rising use of interoperable switches. Key trends expected during this period encompass the introduction of advanced industrial automation technologies, the optimization of production costs and pricing strategies, the integration of advanced safety features, innovation in remote diagnostics and predictive maintenance capabilities, and the introduction of compact limit switches.

The growing automation of industrial processes is anticipated to drive the expansion of the safety interlock switch market in the future. Industrial process automation involves the utilization of technology and machinery to carry out tasks traditionally performed by humans in manufacturing and other industrial environments. The increasing demand for industrial process automation stems from the necessity for enhanced efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness in manufacturing and related industries. As industrial processes become more automated, safety interlock switches are integrated to ensure the safety of workers and equipment. For example, in September 2023, a report by the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), a Germany-based non-profit organization, highlighted that there were 553,052 industrial robot installations in industries globally in 2022, indicating a 5% annual growth rate and showcasing the expansion of automation in industrial processes. Consequently, the rise in automation within industrial processes is propelling the growth of the safety interlock switch market.

Key players in the safety interlock switch market are concentrating on introducing advanced electrical options, such as magnetic interlocks, to gain a competitive advantage in the industry. Magnetic interlocks are safety devices that restrict access to hazardous areas or equipment until specific safety conditions are met. They utilize the attracting and repulsive forces of magnets to control the operation of a switch. For instance, in September 2022, Keyence Corporation, a Japan-based electronic company, introduced a safety solution featuring their GS-M series electromagnetic interlock switches for safety fencing and guarding. These switches employ electromagnetic technology, featuring a keyless design with a built-in electromagnet for compactness and ease of locking. Unlike conventional door switches, the GS-M series switches offer advanced features including greater misalignment tolerance and visible indicators to display the door's status. They can be installed on swing or sliding doors, and offer two modes to prevent bypassing or tampering.

In July 2022, Littelfuse Inc., a US-based electronic manufacturing company, acquired C&K Switches (“C&K”) for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition significantly expands Littelfuse's technologies and capabilities, enabling it to provide a more comprehensive solutions offering to its extensive customer base across various vertical end markets. C&K Switches (“C&K”) is a US-based company specializing in electromechanical switches, smart card connectors, sensors, including safety interlock switches.

Major companies operating in the safety interlock switches market are Siemens AG, LG Electronics Inc., Panasonic Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, Honeywell International Inc., ABB Ltd., Eaton Corporation plc, Rockwell Automation Inc., Omron Corporation, Keyence Corporation, Sick AG, JBT Corporation, TECO Electric & Machinery Co. Ltd., IFM Efector Inc., Banner Engineering Corp., TURCK GmbH Co. KG, Pepperl+Fuchs, Balluff GmbH, IDEC Corporation, Pilz GmbH & Co. KG, Schmersal GmbH & Co. KG, Euchner GmbH + Co. KG, OMEGA Engineering Inc., Vention Inc., UV Resources.

North America was the largest region in the safety interlock switches market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the market. The regions covered in the safety interlock switches market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the safety interlock switches market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Safety interlock switches are devices crafted to ensure the safety of both personnel and equipment within industrial environments. They achieve this by monitoring the status of guarding devices such as gates, doors, or covers, and preventing hazardous machinery from operating when these safeguards are not properly closed or secured. The primary aim of safety interlock switches is to reduce the risk of accidents, injuries, and equipment damage by either cutting off power or signaling a control system to halt machinery operation upon detecting unsafe conditions.

The main types of safety interlock switches include non-contact interlock switches, tongue interlock switches, and others. They employ various actuation methods such as guard or gate switches, rope pull switches, foot switches, keyed switches, two-hand control switches, all of which find applications in machine guarding, conveyor systems, power tools and machinery, robotics and automated systems, industrial doors and gates, material handling equipment, emergency stop systems, medical equipment, and process control systems. These devices cater to a diverse range of end-users including automotive, power generation, pharmaceuticals, and others.

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The safety interlock switches market consists of sales of guard, rope pull switches, limit switches, and keyed interlock switches. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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