Sorting Machines Global Market Report 2024

A sorting machine is an advanced device designed for efficiently sorting large quantities of items in complex arrangements. These machines are employed to carry out the sorting process, which involves organizing items systematically based on a specified criterion, grouping like items together, and identifying non-conforming items for removal. In the food industry, sorting machines are utilized for sorting and categorizing items such as fruits, vegetables, empty bottles, and pharmaceutical products based on weight, ensuring quality control in the pharmaceutical sector.

The primary types of sorting machines include optical sorters, weight/gravity sorters, and others. Optical sorting is applied in sorting grain, food products, and plastics, while gravity sorters are suitable for processing seeds like corn, wheat, rice, soybeans, sorghum, and various vegetables. Sorting machines find significant applications in end-use industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, waste recycling, and mining. In terms of technology, sorting machines encompass laser sorting machines, camera sorting machines, and X-ray sorting machines.

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The sorting machines market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.75 billion in 2023 to $4.08 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8%. The growth observed during the historic period can be attributed to several factors, including an increased demand for processed and nutritional food products, a rise in the demand for sorting machines from various end-user industries, heightened environmental concerns and recycling efforts, the expansion of e-commerce activities, and an increased adoption of industrial automation across sectors.

The sorting machines market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.49 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.3%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several factors, including the increasing volume of electronic waste, a growing emphasis on sustainable packaging materials, the rising adoption of sorting machines in the pharmaceutical industry, the concept of urban mining, and the emergence of new markets. Major trends expected in the forecast period include the integration of artificial intelligence, the use of robotics and collaborative robots (cobots), the implementation of customization and modular systems, the incorporation of the Internet of Things (IoT), and a focus on sustainability and green sorting practices.

The sorting machines market is experiencing growth, propelled by an increased demand from the food and beverage industries. These industries, involving the production, processing, and distribution of food and drink products, are witnessing a surge in exports, as reported by the Food and Drink Federation in 2023. Experiencing a substantial 31% increase in exports in 2022 compared to the previous year, the food and beverage industry contributed significantly to Scotland's manufacturing output with a turnover of $10.84 billion (£10.3 billion). This heightened demand from the food and beverage sectors is a driving force behind the growth of the sorting machines market.

The sorting machines market is further driven by the rapid expansion of the e-commerce industry. With e-commerce accounting for 30% of the UK's overall retail sector and annual e-commerce revenue surpassing $120 billion, sorting machines play a crucial role in streamlining order fulfillment processes, reducing operational costs, and enhancing the customer experience. This industry's exponential growth, as highlighted by the International Trade Administration, contributes to the increasing demand for sorting machines.

Technological advancements are a prominent trend in the sorting machines market. REDWAVE, a China-based sensor-based sorting technology company, introduced the XRF fine sorting machine with the capability to identify and sort nonferrous metals at a starting size of 4 mm. Featuring energy-saving valves and cutting-edge sensor technology, this machine optimizes sorting precision and material recognition, providing high-quality fractions such as pure copper, brass, zInc., and precious metals.

Major companies in the sorting machines market are focusing on product innovation to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and sustainability. TOMRA Food, a Norway-based provider of optical food sorting solutions, launched the TOMRA 5C premium sorting machine in April 2022. Employing unique biometric signature identification technology for frozen vegetables, this machine improves sorting efficiency, yield, and hygiene, reducing cleaning time and ensuring optimal running conditions.

In August 2022, Terex Corporation, a US-based manufacturer of materials processing machinery, acquired the assets of ZenRobotics Ltd., a Finland-based provider of advanced sorting machines. This strategic move enables efficient handling of various waste materials, aligning with the pursuit of goals for a more circular economy.

Major companies operating in the sorting machines market include Tomra, Sesotec Inc., Aweta G & P BV, Raytec Vision SpA, BT-Wolfgang Binder GmbH, Concept Engineers Inc., GREEFA, Allgaier Werke, Cimbria, Satake Corporation, CP Global, Duravant, Anhui Jiexun Optoelectronic Technology Co. Ltd., Yuuki Anzai, Hefei Meyer Optoelectronic Technology Inc., Bühler AG, Key Technology Inc., National Recovery Technologies (NRT), Binder+Co AG, Beston (Henan) Machinery Co. Ltd., Yangzhou Kedi Electromechanical Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Newtec, Pellenc ST, Hefei Taihe Optoelectronic Technology Co. Ltd., SORTEX (Bühler), Allgaier Werke GmbH, NRT Optical Sorting (Bulk Handling Systems), Tolsa Group, ELISAM, S+S Separation and Sorting Technology GmbH, JRS Plastic Grinder, CFT Group, AMIS Maschinen-Vertriebs GmbH, Sino-Food Machinery Co. Ltd., Tong Engineering, Advanced Detection Systems

Europe was the largest region in the sorting machines market in 2023. The regions covered in the sorting machines market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the Sorting Machines market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The sorting machines market consists of sales of belt sorters, freefall sorters, channel sorter. 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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