Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps Market Report 2025

This Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps market report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The liquid ring vacuum pumps market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.38 billion in 2024 to $2.6 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in process industries such as chemical, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage, demand for vacuum pumps in power generation and petrochemical plants, need for efficient vapor and gas handling in industrial processes, expansion of environmental and water treatment applications, increased use of vacuum pumps in hvac systems and air conditioning.

The liquid ring vacuum pumps market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.64 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to transition towards energy-efficient and low-maintenance vacuum pumps, integration of iot and condition monitoring for predictive maintenance, focus on waste minimization and resource recovery in industries, demand for specialized pumps for hazardous and corrosive environments, expansion of vacuum technology in semiconductor and electronics manufacturing. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of smart sensors for condition monitoring, efforts towards noise reduction and quieter operation, focus on oil-free and contaminant-free vacuum systems, advanced pumping systems for semiconductor and electronics, development of atex-certified and intrinsically safe pumps.

The liquid ring vacuum pumps market is poised for growth, driven by an upsurge in investments in the oil and gas sectors, particularly in the downstream segment. The increased financial backing in this sector generates a demand for liquid ring vacuum pumps, crucial for various processes like filling, filtration, cooling, distillation, and more. A notable surge in global investment, averaging $55 billion annually until 2025, is anticipated in new downstream oil refining and integrated chemicals capacity, leading to a 1.7% annual increase in global crude distillation unit (CDU) capacity. These investments are expected to spur the growth of the liquid ring vacuum pumps market.

The expansion of mining plants is set to be a significant driver for the liquid ring vacuum pumps market. Mining plants, which encompass infrastructure and machinery for mineral retrieval and refinement, utilize liquid-ring vacuum pumps for their ability to withstand harsh conditions. These pumps contribute to enhanced safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance in mining operations. For instance, in the initial quarter of 2022, coal consumption in the US reached 133.7 million short tons (MMst), indicating a substantial demand for liquid ring vacuum pumps in mining applications.

A key trend in the liquid ring vacuum pumps market is product innovation, with major players developing advanced solutions for humid and dusty environments to ensure sustainable productivity. Atlas Copco, a Sweden-based industrial manufacturer, launched the GHS 1402-2002 VSD+ series in May 2022, featuring enhanced performance, improved oil separation, a more compact design, and innovative controller technology. This series is well-suited for demanding vacuum applications across various industries.

Major companies are introducing innovative products like SmartVane to meet the growing demand for liquid ring vacuum pumps. Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG, a German-based vacuum pump manufacturer, introduced SmartVane in November 2022. This secondary pump for mass spectrometers stands out for its reduced noise levels and intelligent communication features. Its application spans environmental, food, pharmaceutical, and clinical analytical uses.

In January 2022, Atlas Copco acquired HHV Pumps Pvt. Ltd., facilitating an extension of its market reach in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in the rapidly growing Indian economy. This acquisition enhances Atlas Copco's local manufacturing capabilities, positioning it for increased production in India.

Major companies operating in the liquid ring vacuum pumps market include Atlas Copco Airpower N.V, Busch Vacuum Technics Inc., Dekker Vacuum Technologies Inc., Flowserve Corporation, Grаhаm Соrроrаtіоn, Gаrdnеr Dеnvеr, PPI Pumps Pvt. Ltd., Samson Pumps A / S, Schaft GmbH, Tsurumi Manufacturing Co. Ltd, Vooner FloGard Corporation, Zibo Zhaohan Vacuum Pump Co. Ltd, Gаѕt (ІDЕХ), Sаmѕоn Соrроrаtіоn., ULVAC Inc., Agilent Technologies Inc., Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems, Sterling SIHI GmbH, Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, Ebara Corporation, Edwards Limited, Kashiyama Industries Ltd., Kinney Vacuum Company Inc., Becker Pump Corporation, Elmo Rietschle, Pompetravaini S.p.A., Speck Pumpen Walter Speck GmbH & Co. KG, Robuschi S.p.A., Gardner Denver Holdings Inc., Sihi Group B.V.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the liquid ring vacuum pumps market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to have the highest CAGR in the liquid ring vacuum pumps market share. The regions covered in the liquid ring vacuum pumps market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the liquid ring vacuum pumps market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and USA.

Liquid ring vacuum pumps, as rotating positive displacement machines, play a crucial role in providing process vacuum across various industrial applications dealing with dirty and potentially hazardous gas streams. Widely utilized in chemical process industries, these pumps cater to the requirements of solvent recovery, vacuum filtration, and vapor recovery. Notably, they find extensive application in bioethanol processes during distillation and rectification.

Liquid ring vacuum pump stages can be categorized into single and multiple stages. Single-stage liquid ring vacuum pumps consist of one pair of rotors, cylinders, and sliding blades, generating a vacuum of 50 torrs when pumping air and utilizing seal-liquid water at temperatures of 30 °C (85F) or lower. These pumps are crafted from different materials, including cast iron, stainless steel, and others. Capacities for liquid ring vacuum pumps vary, ranging from 500 cfm to >1500 cfm, serving diverse end-users such as chemical processing, oil and gas, power, paper and pulp, and general process industries.

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The liquid ring vacuum pumps market consists of sales of partial recirculation systems, total recirculation systems, rotors, valves. 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).

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