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The global Air Bearings market size was valued at USD 95.97 Million in 2022 and will reach USD 139.08 Million in 2028, with a CAGR of 6.38% during 2022-2028.
An air bearing (air caster) is a pneumatic lifting device used to move heavy loads on flat, non-porous surfaces. Air bearing are devices using compressed air to form a thin air film, on which heavy loads can be floated.
Market Drivers
The Air Bearings transportation system uses air as the power source and is suspended on the ground for transportation with low frictional resistance. It can be turned in 360 degrees in all directions, realizes millimeter positioning of equipment, and is shock-proof and stable without shaking during transportation. It is mainly used for short-distance transport of heavy objects, such as transporting large transformers, heavy equipment, etc. It can also be used in occasions requiring accurate positioning such as hull docking and aircraft assembly. Air Bearings can also be used to push the mobile machining platform with the large workpiece fixed to the machining position of the machine tool to improve the utilization rate of the machine tool. Air cushions can also be used for large radars and event stages, making them flexible. Therefore, Air Bearings is ideal for moving large equipment, products. Prominent advantages and broad downstream market will benefit the development of the Air Bearings industry.
Market Restraints and Challenges
Energy sanctions imposed by the European Union in the wake of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine have led to global shortages such as a 40 per cent rise in the price of liquefied natural gas (LNG), while Middle Eastern oil producers have also raised crude prices. The rise in energy prices is likely to continue even if governments offer price restraint measures such as securing natural gas stocks. According to data released by The U.S. Energy Information Administration, as of Jun 2022, U.S. on-highway Diesel Fuel Prices have surpassed 4.0 dollars per gallon. At the same time, rising fuel prices are fueling inflation in the global economy. Inflation in Europe hit 7.5 percent in April 2022, largely driven by higher energy prices.
The production and operation of Air bearings involve the use and consumption of energy such as water and electricity. Rising energy costs have led to increased production costs for Air bearings products. These factors make cost control and inventory management more difficult for manufacturers in the Air bearings industry.
Region Overview:
In global comparison, a significant portion of the revenue was generated in United States (36.43% in 2021).
Company Overview:
The major players operating in the Air Bearings market include AeroGo, Solving, Air Caster Corp., Airfloat, Delu GmbH, etc. Among which, AeroGo ranked top in terms of sales and revenue in 2022.
AeroGo manufactures innovative load moving equipment, utilizing wheels and hovercraft technology, that move heavy, awkward or sensitive loads in factories.
Solving have specialised in the design and manufacture of heavy load handling systems. Solving's products range from simple hand-controlled devices to highly sophisticated automated handling systems using both air bearings and wheels.
Segmentation Overview:
By type, Four Series segment accounted for the largest share of market in 2021.
Application Overview:
The market's largest segment by application is the segment Aerospace, with a market share of 31.17% in 2021.
The Air Bearings market report covers sufficient and comprehensive data on market introduction, segmentations, status and trends, opportunities and challenges, industry chain, competitive analysis, company profiles, and trade statistics, etc. It provides in-depth and all-scale analysis of each segment of types, applications, players, 5 major regions and sub-division of major countries, and sometimes end user, channel, technology, as well as other information individually tailored before order confirmation.
Meticulous research and analysis were conducted during the preparation process of the report. The qualitative and quantitative data were gained and verified through primary and secondary sources, which include but not limited to Magazines, Press Releases, Paid Databases, Maia Data Center, National Customs, Annual Reports, Public Databases, Expert interviews, etc. Besides, primary sources include extensive interviews of key opinion leaders and industry experts such as experienced front-line staff, directors, CEOs, and marketing executives, downstream distributors, as well as end-clients.
In this report, the historical period starts from 2018 to 2022, and the forecast period ranges from 2023 to 2028. The facts and data are demonstrated by tables, graphs, pie charts, and other pictorial representations, which enhances the effective visual representation and decision-making capabilities for business strategy.
Key Companies in the global Air Bearings market covered in Chapter 4:
innoAIRvation
AerGlide
Hover Transport Systems
Airfloat
Delu GmbH
Air Caster Corp.
Aerofilm Systems
AeroGo
Luftkissentechnik
Solving
In Chapter 12 and Chapter 14.1, on the basis of types, the Air Bearings market from 2018 to 2028 is primarily split into:
Four Series
Six Series
Others
In Chapter 13 and Chapter 14.2, on the basis of the Downstream Industry, the Air Bearings market from 2018 to 2028 covers:
Chemical
Pharmaceutical
Mining
Construction
Transformer manufacturing
Modular home building
Aerospace
Others
Geographically, the detailed analysis of consumption, revenue, market share and growth rate, history and forecast (2018-2028) of the following regions are covered in Chapters 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15:
North America (United States, Canada, Mexico)
Europe (Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain)
Asia Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Southeast Asia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, South Africa)
Outline:
Chapter 1 begins with the Air Bearings market scope and definition, product segment introduction, global overall market size, as well as market dynamics scenarios such as opportunities, challenges, and industry development trends under inflation. It offers a high-level view of the current state of the Air Bearings market and its likely evolution in the short to mid-term and long term.
Chapter 2 provides Air Bearings industry chain analysis, covering raw materials analysis, cost structure, price estimate, and forecast, along with price-impacting factors, downstream channels, and major customers. It aims to help readers to grab insights into product upstream, midstream, and downstream fields.
Chapter 3 depicts Air Bearings industry competitive analysis regarding market concentration rate, saturation rate, feasibility analysis from new entrants, as well as substitute's status and trends. It indicates the developing space and prospects of the current industry.
Chapter 4 analyzes extensive company profiles, comprising company basic info, product or service profiles, and sales, price, value, gross, and gross margin 2018-2023. It incorporates the Air Bearings market ranking, benchmarks, and company business portfolio.
Chapter 5 presents trade statistics of import and export volume from 2018-2023, demonstrating domestic and international market comparisons in specific countries.
Chapters 6-10 highlight Air Bearings market status at the regional and country levels, including 5 major regions of North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and Latin America. The region and country list in the sample is only for reference, and it can be adjusted as required.
Chapter 11 involves geographical market figures of sales, value, market share, and growth rate. Economic, social, environmental, technological, and political factors have been taken into consideration while assessing the growth of each specific region.
Chapters 12-13 evaluate the Air Bearings market based on different types and applications. It focuses on sales and value of 2018-2023 from both vertical and horizontal perspectives.
Chapters 14-15 elaborate on the Air Bearings market forecast data from 2023-2028, segmented by types and applications, regions, and major countries, helping readers to know future aspects and growth trends.
Chapter 16 ends with an elaboration of data sources and research methodology. All possible parameters that affect the markets covered in this research study have been accounted for, viewed in extensive detail, verified through primary research, and analyzed to get the final quantitative and qualitative data.
2022
An air bearing (air caster) is a pneumatic lifting device used to move heavy loads on flat, non-porous surfaces. Air bearing are devices using compressed air to form a thin air film, on which heavy loads can be floated.
Market Drivers
The Air Bearings transportation system uses air as the power source and is suspended on the ground for transportation with low frictional resistance. It can be turned in 360 degrees in all directions, realizes millimeter positioning of equipment, and is shock-proof and stable without shaking during transportation. It is mainly used for short-distance transport of heavy objects, such as transporting large transformers, heavy equipment, etc. It can also be used in occasions requiring accurate positioning such as hull docking and aircraft assembly. Air Bearings can also be used to push the mobile machining platform with the large workpiece fixed to the machining position of the machine tool to improve the utilization rate of the machine tool. Air cushions can also be used for large radars and event stages, making them flexible. Therefore, Air Bearings is ideal for moving large equipment, products. Prominent advantages and broad downstream market will benefit the development of the Air Bearings industry.
Market Restraints and Challenges
Energy sanctions imposed by the European Union in the wake of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine have led to global shortages such as a 40 per cent rise in the price of liquefied natural gas (LNG), while Middle Eastern oil producers have also raised crude prices. The rise in energy prices is likely to continue even if governments offer price restraint measures such as securing natural gas stocks. According to data released by The U.S. Energy Information Administration, as of Jun 2022, U.S. on-highway Diesel Fuel Prices have surpassed 4.0 dollars per gallon. At the same time, rising fuel prices are fueling inflation in the global economy. Inflation in Europe hit 7.5 percent in April 2022, largely driven by higher energy prices.
The production and operation of Air bearings involve the use and consumption of energy such as water and electricity. Rising energy costs have led to increased production costs for Air bearings products. These factors make cost control and inventory management more difficult for manufacturers in the Air bearings industry.
Region Overview:
In global comparison, a significant portion of the revenue was generated in United States (36.43% in 2021).
Company Overview:
The major players operating in the Air Bearings market include AeroGo, Solving, Air Caster Corp., Airfloat, Delu GmbH, etc. Among which, AeroGo ranked top in terms of sales and revenue in 2022.
AeroGo manufactures innovative load moving equipment, utilizing wheels and hovercraft technology, that move heavy, awkward or sensitive loads in factories.
Solving have specialised in the design and manufacture of heavy load handling systems. Solving's products range from simple hand-controlled devices to highly sophisticated automated handling systems using both air bearings and wheels.
Segmentation Overview:
By type, Four Series segment accounted for the largest share of market in 2021.
Application Overview:
The market's largest segment by application is the segment Aerospace, with a market share of 31.17% in 2021.
The Air Bearings market report covers sufficient and comprehensive data on market introduction, segmentations, status and trends, opportunities and challenges, industry chain, competitive analysis, company profiles, and trade statistics, etc. It provides in-depth and all-scale analysis of each segment of types, applications, players, 5 major regions and sub-division of major countries, and sometimes end user, channel, technology, as well as other information individually tailored before order confirmation.
Meticulous research and analysis were conducted during the preparation process of the report. The qualitative and quantitative data were gained and verified through primary and secondary sources, which include but not limited to Magazines, Press Releases, Paid Databases, Maia Data Center, National Customs, Annual Reports, Public Databases, Expert interviews, etc. Besides, primary sources include extensive interviews of key opinion leaders and industry experts such as experienced front-line staff, directors, CEOs, and marketing executives, downstream distributors, as well as end-clients.
In this report, the historical period starts from 2018 to 2022, and the forecast period ranges from 2023 to 2028. The facts and data are demonstrated by tables, graphs, pie charts, and other pictorial representations, which enhances the effective visual representation and decision-making capabilities for business strategy.
Key Companies in the global Air Bearings market covered in Chapter 4:
innoAIRvation
AerGlide
Hover Transport Systems
Airfloat
Delu GmbH
Air Caster Corp.
Aerofilm Systems
AeroGo
Luftkissentechnik
Solving
In Chapter 12 and Chapter 14.1, on the basis of types, the Air Bearings market from 2018 to 2028 is primarily split into:
Four Series
Six Series
Others
In Chapter 13 and Chapter 14.2, on the basis of the Downstream Industry, the Air Bearings market from 2018 to 2028 covers:
Chemical
Pharmaceutical
Mining
Construction
Transformer manufacturing
Modular home building
Aerospace
Others
Geographically, the detailed analysis of consumption, revenue, market share and growth rate, history and forecast (2018-2028) of the following regions are covered in Chapters 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15:
North America (United States, Canada, Mexico)
Europe (Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain)
Asia Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Southeast Asia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, South Africa)
Outline:
Chapter 1 begins with the Air Bearings market scope and definition, product segment introduction, global overall market size, as well as market dynamics scenarios such as opportunities, challenges, and industry development trends under inflation. It offers a high-level view of the current state of the Air Bearings market and its likely evolution in the short to mid-term and long term.
Chapter 2 provides Air Bearings industry chain analysis, covering raw materials analysis, cost structure, price estimate, and forecast, along with price-impacting factors, downstream channels, and major customers. It aims to help readers to grab insights into product upstream, midstream, and downstream fields.
Chapter 3 depicts Air Bearings industry competitive analysis regarding market concentration rate, saturation rate, feasibility analysis from new entrants, as well as substitute's status and trends. It indicates the developing space and prospects of the current industry.
Chapter 4 analyzes extensive company profiles, comprising company basic info, product or service profiles, and sales, price, value, gross, and gross margin 2018-2023. It incorporates the Air Bearings market ranking, benchmarks, and company business portfolio.
Chapter 5 presents trade statistics of import and export volume from 2018-2023, demonstrating domestic and international market comparisons in specific countries.
Chapters 6-10 highlight Air Bearings market status at the regional and country levels, including 5 major regions of North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and Latin America. The region and country list in the sample is only for reference, and it can be adjusted as required.
Chapter 11 involves geographical market figures of sales, value, market share, and growth rate. Economic, social, environmental, technological, and political factors have been taken into consideration while assessing the growth of each specific region.
Chapters 12-13 evaluate the Air Bearings market based on different types and applications. It focuses on sales and value of 2018-2023 from both vertical and horizontal perspectives.
Chapters 14-15 elaborate on the Air Bearings market forecast data from 2023-2028, segmented by types and applications, regions, and major countries, helping readers to know future aspects and growth trends.
Chapter 16 ends with an elaboration of data sources and research methodology. All possible parameters that affect the markets covered in this research study have been accounted for, viewed in extensive detail, verified through primary research, and analyzed to get the final quantitative and qualitative data.
Years considered for this report:
Historical Years:
2018-2022Base Year:
2022Estimated Year:
2023Forecast Period:
2023-2028Frequently Asked Questions
This market study covers the global and regional market with an in-depth analysis of the overall growth prospects in the market. Furthermore, it sheds light on the comprehensive competitive landscape of the global market. The report further offers a dashboard overview of leading companies encompassing their successful marketing strategies, market contribution, recent developments in both historic and present contexts.
- By product type
- By End User/Applications
- By Technology
- By Region
The report provides a detailed evaluation of the market by highlighting information on different aspects which include drivers, restraints, opportunities, and threats. This information can help stakeholders to make appropriate decisions before investing.
