Recently, the international filter press industry has shown a favorable development trend. With the increasing global emphasis on environmental protection and resource utilization, the application of filter presses in many fields continues to expand.
The international filter press industry is characterized by frequent dynamics and increasingly fierce competition in the market. According to a new report by Huan Yang Market Consulting, the global production value of filter presses is expected to reach US$3,709 million by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3% during the period from 2024 to 2030. Asia-Pacific is by far the largest market, with a share of approximately 62%, while Europe and North America account for 21% and 9%, respectively.
In terms of product type, diaphragm filter press is the largest segment with a share of around 65%. In terms of application, the wastewater treatment segment has the highest demand, accounting for about 48% of the market share.
As an important solid-liquid separation equipment, filter press plays a key role in chemical, mining and metallurgy, food and beverage industries. In recent years, its application in the field of new energy and new materials is also expanding. For example, in the lithium industry, filter presses are used in lithium resource extraction, lithium battery recycling in the filtration, washing and other links; in the field of new materials, it can be used in the production process of graphene, nano-materials and so on.
The continuous expansion of application fields is also a highlight of the international filter press industry. Wastewater treatment is still the main application market for filter presses, accounting for about 48% of the share. With the increasing emphasis on water conservation worldwide, the demand for efficient wastewater treatment equipment continues to grow. Filter presses have become an important tool for wastewater treatment due to their excellent filtration capacity and reliable performance. Meanwhile, in the mining, metallurgy, paper and other industries, filter presses are also widely used in solid-liquid separation, tailings treatment and other links, providing strong support for the sustainable development of these industries.
The development of the industry is also facing some challenges and opportunities. On the one hand, the market has put forward higher requirements for the performance, efficiency and automation of filter presses; on the other hand, the continuous progress of technology provides enterprises with room for innovation. Some enterprises are committed to developing more energy-saving and efficient filter press products to meet market demand.
In the international market, there is fierce competition among the core manufacturers of filter presses. Although the price of diaphragm filter presses of foreign filter press manufacturers is much higher than that of domestic filter presses of the same model, and after-sales maintenance is difficult, resulting in a lower market share in China, they still have a certain advantage in terms of technology and brand. Domestic enterprises, such as some industry leaders, have gradually emerged in the international market by virtue of their efforts in technology research and development, product quality and cost control.
Overall, the international filter press industry is expected to make greater breakthroughs in technological innovation, product upgrading and market expansion in the future. Enterprises need to continuously improve their own strength to adapt to market changes and demand, and win development opportunities in the fierce competition.
