Embedded Automation Computers Global Market Report 2024

The embedded automation computers market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $33.1 billion in 2023 to $37.44 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8%. The growth observed in the historic period can be attributed to several factors, including the rise in demand for real-time monitoring and control solutions, a growing focus on energy efficiency and sustainability measures, increasing demand for remote access and control solutions, adoption of edge computing technologies for faster data processing, and the widespread adoption of automation in retail and e-commerce sectors. These factors collectively contributed to the expansion and development of embedded automation computers during this period.

The embedded automation computers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $51.71 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period is expected to be driven by several factors, including the increasing adoption of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies, the growth of automation in logistics and supply chain management, rising demand for autonomous vehicles and drones, the expansion of smart manufacturing initiatives, and the adoption of automation in agriculture and farming. Major trends projected for the forecast period include the integration of machine vision systems for quality control, the expansion of automation in the banking and finance sector, the integration of virtual reality for training purposes, and the integration of IoT sensors for data collection. These trends collectively indicate significant growth opportunities and advancements in the field of embedded automation computers in the coming years.

The burgeoning automotive industry is poised to drive growth in the embedded automation computers market. With advancements in autonomous driving technologies reshaping the automotive landscape, embedded automation computers play a pivotal role in enabling real-time processing, data analytics, and control within vehicles. These systems enhance vehicle safety, performance, and facilitate the implementation of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). For instance, data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association revealed a significant increase in global motor vehicle production in 2022, underscoring the rising demand for embedded automation solutions.

To stay competitive in the market, major companies in the embedded automation computers sector are intensifying their focus on innovation. One notable product development is the DX-1200 embedded computer, introduced by Cincoze in May 2023. This compact yet high-performance device is tailored for industrial automation applications, featuring the latest 12th-generation Intel Alder Lake-S processors. Equipped with a wide selection of native input/output (I/O) and flexible modular expansion capabilities, the DX-1200 caters to diverse industrial requirements while boasting robust characteristics, including temperature and voltage support, as well as resilience to vibration and shock.

In April 2021, AMETEK Inc. further solidified its position in the embedded automation computers market through the acquisition of Abaco Systems Inc. for $1.35 billion. This strategic move aligns with AMETEK's growth strategy, enabling the integration of Abaco's renowned computing and electronic solutions into its aerospace and defense operations. Abaco Systems Inc. brings expertise in mission-critical embedded computing systems, enhancing AMETEK's capabilities and market presence in key sectors.

Major companies operating in the embedded automation computers market are Siemens AG, General Electric Company, Panasonic Corporation, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, Honeywell International Inc., ABB Ltd., Emerson Electric Co., Delta Electronics Inc., Rockwell Automation Inc., Omron Corporation, Bosch Rexroth AG, Festo AG & Co. KG, Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG, Moog Inc., Yokogawa Electric Corporation, National Instruments Corporation, B&R Industrial Automation GmbH, Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG, Pilz GmbH & Co. KG, Advantech Co. Ltd., Keyence Corporation, WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH & Co. KG, Kontron S&T AG, Cognex Corporation, Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH, Lanner Electronics Inc.

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

Embedded automation computers are specialized devices that are integrated into industrial equipment to automate tasks with minimal human intervention. These devices typically feature rugged hardware, interface with sensors and actuators, run real-time operating systems, and are programmed to execute control algorithms. They play a crucial role in improving efficiency, reliability, and safety in industries such as manufacturing and transportation by automating processes and reducing the need for manual intervention.

The primary types of embedded automation computers include single board computers (SBC), rugged industrial box PCs, vehicle computers, and Internet of Things (IoT) gateways. Single board computers are complete computing systems implemented on a single circuit board. They find applications in various industries such as industrial automation, transportation, energy and power, among others. These computers are utilized by various end-users including information technology (IT) and telecommunications, automotive, manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace and defense, among others.

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The embedded automation computers market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as process control, monitoring, data acquisition, and automation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The embedded automation computers market also includes sales of programmable logic controllers, distributed control systems, human-machine interface devices, network routers, and 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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