Industrial Metal Detector Market Report 2026

The industrial metal detector market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $0.85 billion in 2025 to $0.88 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to food safety regulations, growth of packaged food industry, adoption of quality control practices, industrial automation growth, contamination risk management.

The industrial metal detector market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.01 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to stricter regulatory enforcement, growth of pharmaceutical manufacturing, automation of inspection processes, demand for zero-defect production, technological advancements in detection. Major trends in the forecast period include stricter product quality and safety standards, growing adoption of in-line inspection systems, integration of multi-frequency detection technology, expansion of automated food processing lines, rising demand for contaminant detection.

The rising demand for mass-produced food and beverages is expected to drive the growth of the industrial metal detector market going forward. Mass-produced food and beverages are manufactured on a large scale using automated machinery and standardized processes to ensure consistent quality, taste, and appearance for wide distribution. The demand for industrial metal detectors in this sector is fueled by the need for consumer safety, regulatory compliance, and technological advancements. These detectors ensure product safety and quality by identifying and removing metal contaminants during production. For instance, in September 2023, according to the United States Department of Agriculture, US processed food exports totaled $36.51 billion, up 6.63% from 2022. In the same year, Canada exported processed food products valued at $12.11 billion, and Mexico at $5.86 billion. Therefore, growing demand for mass-produced food and beverages is boosting the industrial metal detector market.

Leading companies in the industrial metal detector market are actively engaged in the development of innovative technologies, such as multisense metal detectors, to enhance functionality and performance. Multisense metal detectors contribute to improved security by detecting various metal types and providing more accurate screening in diverse environments. An example of this innovation is demonstrated by CASSEL Inspection, a Germany-based company specializing in industrial metal detectors. In May 2023, CASSEL Inspection launched the SHARK multisense metal detector, offering simultaneous multi-frequency detection, high sensitivity, intelligent signal processing, auto-learn capabilities, and automated operation. These features enhance efficiency and accuracy in detecting metal contaminants across various applications, addressing the evolving needs of the market.

In October 2023, Fortress Technology, a US-based company specializing in metal detectors, successfully acquired Dynamic Inspection for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition reinforces the positions of both companies in the food safety industry, leading to improved customer support and innovation capabilities. The collaboration is expected to foster continued growth and market expansion. Dynamic Inspection, based in New Zealand, is recognized for designing and manufacturing advanced industrial metal detection solutions, complementing Fortress Technology's commitment to delivering high-quality and innovative products in the field.

Major companies operating in the industrial metal detector market are Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Rockwell Automation Inc., Mettler-Toledo International Inc., Bühler Group, TOMRA Sorting Solutions AS, Anritsu Corporation, Key Technology Inc., Eriez Manufacturing Co., QIMA Inspection Services, Loma Systems Ltd., Detection Technologies Ltd., Sesotec GmbH, Bunting Magnetics Co., Fortress Technology Ltd., Parmatech Inc., Tectron Engineering, CEIA S.p.A., Garwood Systems Inc., Dynamic Inspection, Proceq SA.

North America was the largest region in the industrial metal detector market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the industrial metal detector market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the industrial metal detector market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The industrial metal detector market consists of sales of underground metal detectors, handheld metal detectors, airport security metal detectors, gold metal detectors, and industrial x-ray inspection systems. 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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