Desiccant Dehumidifier Market Size Share & Trends

Desiccant Dehumidifier Market Size Share Industry Growth and Trends

[238 Pages Report] The desiccant dehumidifier market is projected to grow from USD 605.5 million in 2024 to USD 811.0 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 6.0% during the forecast period. The rising implementation of regulatory policies and incentives for clean energy significantly boosts the demand for desiccant dehumidifiers. To reduce energy consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions, governments worldwide are implementing strict energy efficiency standards and regulations. Desiccant dehumidifiers help meet low-emission targets by improving indoor air quality and reducing energy use, enabling buildings to comply with stringent standards. The design allows dehumidifiers to maintain low relative humidity with little dependence on refrigeration. Hence, they offer more energy-efficient dehumidification compared with traditional methods. As a result, they emerge as one of the ideal options for industries looking to comply with regulations while reducing operational costs.

The objective of the report is to define, describe, and forecast the desiccant dehumidifier market based on product type, application, end user, and region.

Desiccant Dehumidifier Market Forecast to 2029

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AI Impact on Desiccant Dehumidifier Market

The integration of artificial intelligence (Al) into desiccant dehumidifiers is significantly transforming the performance and efficiency of dehumidifiers. Integrating Al-based models in desiccant dehumidifiers enables realistic predictions of desiccant system performance. That is crucial for effective control and operation as it helps understand how different factors, such as temperature and humidity levels, influence the general effectiveness of a system. To optimize the operating parameters for better dehumidification performance, researchers have combined multi-objective particle swarm optimization (MOPSO) algorithms with the Gene Expression Programming (GEP) model, where the AI-based GEP-MOPSO approach allows for exploring the design space to identify optimal configurations. For instance, in March 2024, Casilica (India), a company specializing in desiccant dehumidification systems, launched its first AI-driven software for dehumidifier design and selection. The software aids in determining design and model selection and optimizing the process of manufacturing dehumidifiers.

Desiccant Dehumidifier Market Dynamics

Driver: Growing demand for dehumidification systems in industrial and commercial sectors

Desiccant dehumidifiers are extensively used in food & beverages, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and electronics industries. These dehumidifiers maintain the quality of products by increasing their shelf life, preventing degradation, and ensuring operational efficiency. They help improve production efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve workers’ productivity while producing standard-quality products. They also help prevent condensation damage and increase the safety of surroundings by curbing mold growth, eventually reducing the overall cost. As a result, desiccant dehumidifiers gain traction in industrial applications. In the commercial sector, they are used in maintaining optimal humidity levels in data centers, museums, and office buildings to protect against sensitive equipment and enhance occupant comfort.

Restraint: High initial investment costs

The high initial cost of desiccant dehumidifiers is one of the significant restraints for the desiccant dehumidifier market. Desiccant dehumidifiers mostly incur high initial investment costs compared with traditional refrigerant-based dehumidifiers. This is due to the complexity of design, materials, and technology involved, such as desiccant wheels or beds. This higher initial investment limits their adoption, particularly among SMEs and residential customers. Moreover, they require professional installation due to their large size and the need for integration into existing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. This adds to the overall cost and further restricts users from adopting these dehumidification systems.

Opportunity: Mounting adoption of desiccant dehumidifiers in drug manufacturing facilities

Maintaining clean environments and a controlled humidity level in healthcare facilities is critical for preventing mold, bacteria, and viral growth. Desiccant dehumidifiers help create an appropriate sterile environment in an operating room, pharmaceutical compounding, or patient room. With the growing emphasis on infection control and patient safety, the adoption of advanced dehumidification solutions has increased in the healthcare sector. Moreover, humidity control in the pharmaceutical industry is necessary during drug manufacture and storage to retain the drug’s efficacy and shelf life. Desiccant dehumidifiers have become essential in a pharmaceutical manufacturing and storage setup since they address problems associated with moisture, including clumping, degradation, and microbial growth.

Challenge: Environmental concerns

Environmental concerns related to desiccant dehumidifiers may hinder the growth of the desiccant dehumidifier market. This negatively impacts the adoption of desiccant materials in some models, including silica gel, activated alumina, and molecular sieves. They often contain harmful substances and may not be biodegradable, which can lead to environmental contamination after disposal. Although some desiccant materials could be reprocessed or recycled, this takes additional processing, which adds to the overall costs. These factors expose desiccant dehumidifiers to more scrutiny from regulators and consumers who are concerned about the environmental impact.

Desiccant Dehumidifier Ecosystem:

Portable segment to witness higher CAGR in desiccant dehumidifier market during forecast period

Increasing preference for flexibility and convenience drives the demand for portable desiccant dehumidifiers over fixed/mounted counterparts. These dehumidifiers have the added advantage of easy mobility and can be moved from one location to another. This is especially crucial for residential users, small businesses, and industries where temporary or spot humidity control is required. Most of the units are user-friendly and require minimum setup time and maintenance. This user-friendliness augments the adoption of portable desiccant dehumidifiers.

Commercial  segment record highest CAGR in desiccant dehumidifier market from 2024 to 2029

With the growing awareness of indoor air quality and its effects on health and productivity, effective humidity control within commercial environments is paramount. High building humidity promotes mold, odors, and general discomfort among workers and customers across different commercial spaces, from offices and retail stores to hospitality and data centers. Desiccant dehumidifiers provide proper relative humidity and indoor air quality, bolstering their demand in commercial segments. Compliance with health and safety provisions, as prescribed by the FDA or other regulatory bodies, requires advanced solutions for humidity control, further fueling their adoption by commercial end users.

Electronics segment to witness highest CAGR desiccant dehumidifier market during forecast period

Manufacturing electronic components, such as semiconductors, printed circuit boards (PCBs), and other microelectronics, requires strict humidity control. These electronic devices or components often suffer from moisture-related problems such as corrosion and oxidation that could cripple their functionality, lower their lifespan, and high levels of humidity can cause condensation and electrical shorts, thus damaging sensitive electronic components. Desiccant dehumidifiers can maintain low enough levels of humidity during the manufacture, storage, and assembly of components that they could damage.

Asia Pacific to register highest CAGR in desiccant dehumidifier market between 2024 and 2029

Asia Pacific is experiencing significant commercial construction growth, driven by increasing urbanization, growing population, and rising economic development. The need for infrastructure development drives commercial construction in Asia Pacific. Governments across the region are pouring huge funds to build transport, energy, and communication infrastructure. These investments stimulate economic growth and improve the quality of life. These projects include the construction of airports, highways, power plants, and telecommunication networks. The growing construction industry is creating opportunities for developers of desiccant dehumidifiers and climate control solutions.

Desiccant Dehumidifier Market by Region

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Key Market Players

Major vendors in the desiccant dehumidifier companies include Bry-Air (India), Munters (Sweden), Condair Group (Switzerland), Cotes (Denmark), Seibu Giken DST  (Sweden), Trotec Laser GmbH. (Austria), DehuTech AB (Sweden), Fisen Corporation (US), KAESER KOMPRESSOREN (Germany), and Atlas Copco AB (Sweden), among others.

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Desiccant Dehumidifier Market Highlights

This research report categorizes the desiccant dehumidifier market based on by product type, application, end user and Region

Recent Developments

• In July 2024, Condair Group (Switzerland) announced its acquisition of KUUL (Switzerland). KUUL manufactures glass fiber and cellulose media in evaporative cooling systems and adiabatic pre-cooling for chillers and turbines. This acquisition favors the company as KUUL has the media expertise, which complements the evaporative technology expertise of Condair together, which will help Condair provide reliable and sustainable solutions.
• In June 2024, Condair Group (Switzerland) announced about its expansion in the US with a new production site in Richmond, Virginia. The new 400,000 ft2 (37,000 m2) Richmond facility on 57 Acres (23 hectares) is slated to commence operations at the onset of 2025, with an estimated employment of approximately 180 individuals.
• In June 2023, Cotes (Denmark) launched CR240, a lightweight dehumidifier designed to transport and store wind turbine towers, nacelles, and hubs. The new CR240 dehumidifier weighs less than 11 kg and complies with HSE regulations, which enable one person to lift and carry the unit effortlessly.
• In September 2023, Munters (Sweden) signed an agreement to acquire ZECO, an Indian manufacturer of air handling solutions. ZECO will provide Munters with a strong platform to expand its dehumidification offering in the Indian market.

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