Assembly Line Market Size
| Study Period | 2020 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| CAGR | > 5.50 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | North America |
| Largest Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Assembly Line Market Analysis
The Global Assembly Line Solutions Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 5.5% during the forecast period (2022 -2027). Sudden outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic had led to the implementation of stringent lockdown regulations across several nations resulting in disruptions in availability of labour in manufacturing companies and companies started to invest in automation of assembly line.
American assembly lines have seen significant changes since Henry Ford first used them to innovate the automobile manufacturing in the early 20th century. Today's assembly lines are fast-paced work environments operating on tight schedules to meet ever-increasing volume goals. Meanwhile, increased automation has nearly eliminated the need for low-skill labour in favour of highly skilled workers who monitor, maintain, and improve on existing automation solutions.
An assembly automation system is a dedicated system utilizing mechanized and automated devices for producing goods and performing various functions in an assembly line. Its basic functionality is an organized approach of assembling goods which is partly automated and partly controlled by humans. For this purpose, automated assembly system performs a series of automated operations for combining multiple components into a single unit which can be used as a final product or sub assembly. Assembly automation is the application of robotics, software, digitalized data, and plant design engineering to manufacturing processes in order to minimize manual labour requirements while maximizing efficiency, safety, and output.
Assembly Line Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Assembly Line Solutions Market according to our research experts:
Demand from Electric Vehicle Companies Driving the Market
Tesla emerged into the EV market in 2003, but it wasn't until they introduced their mass production Model 3 in 2017 that the market for electric vehicles exploded. Since then, the industry has seen a meteoric rise, growing 67% from 2019 to 2020, and with even greater growth projected into the coming years. In 2021, legacy automakers like Chevy, Ford, Toyota, and others are joining the EV game, along with newcomers like Rivian and Lucid Motors. In many ways, assembling electric vehicles largely follows the same lines of production as their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts. However, the big differences emerge at the drivetrain and the battery packs, the latter of which requires a complex fabrication and assembly process.
Robotic assembly is rapidly becoming a mainstay in the automotive section, this includes fully automated systems with machine part tending, semi-automatic systems for predetermined operator involvement, and specialized processes for pressing, torquing, riveting and joining systems. For instance, Ford is spending USD 150 million to refurbish its 53-year-old Van Dyke Transmission Plant in Sterling Heights, MI, to mass-produce e-motors. General Motors is also taking a vertically integrated approach with its modular Ultium Drive power train family, which consists of three interchangeable motors.
In Jan 2022, Comau, a member of Stellantis, has deployed an automated e-drive assembly line for Geely Automobile Holdings at its Geely Veremt plant in Ningbo (China), for the end-to-end assembly of the electric motor, gearbox and inverter. Designed in close collaboration with the Geely team, the complete line uses a flexible automatic production system to assemble the permanent magnet motor rotors, gearboxes and electronics drives, in addition to automated quality control and testing. The innovative solution increases the plant's automation rate from 40% to 80% while delivering a full-scale production capacity of 120,000 assembly jobs per year.
According to industry report, electric vehicles are expected to comprise 60-80% of all new car sales in 2050. The forecast has prompted automakers to look for ways to automate the assembly of e-axle drives, which combine electric motors, transmissions and power electronics in a single unit. This has created opportunities for industrial automation companies such as Comau.
Assembly Line Automation in Heavy Machinery Manufacturing:
Manufacturing and assembling industrial equipment are tough jobs, so companies integrate automated equipment into strategic areas for welding, material handling, pick and place, and repetitive tasks. Typically, companies use a combination of robotic arms, sensors, conveyance, guided vehicles, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to improve quality, traceability, efficiency, and throughput. Manufacturing heavy equipment like large tractors, combines, and excavators can be dangerous.
Today, many manufacturers follow an overall lean manufacturing strategy, whereby automation is only added to steps in the assembly process where it will add value. In these systems, comprehensive studies are done to determine where automation adds value to the process and areas where it does not - these stations are stripped to basics relying on humans to carry out the tasks.
Stronger-than-expected growth last year has many manufacturers feeling optimistic about 2022. In fact, more than 80 percent of AEM members anticipate rising demand for agricultural and construction equipment over the next year. Specifically, 65 percent predict that demand for agricultural machinery will be above normal, while 44 percent believe demand for construction equipment will be above normal. Many heavy machinery manufacturers are investing in automation to compensate for a lack of workers and to maximize the production capacity of current facilities.
Assembly Line Industry Overview
The Global Assembly Line Solutions Market is highly fragmented. ACRO Automation Systems, Inc., Hochrainer GmbH, JR Automation, Central Machines, Inc., Totally Automated Systems are among the major players in the market. The players in the market are involved in competitive strategic developments such as partnerships, new product development, and market expansion to augment their leadership position.
Assembly Line Market Leaders
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ACRO Automation Systems, Inc.
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Hochrainer GmbH
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JR Automation
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Central Machines, Inc.
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Totally Automated Systems
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Assembly Line Market News
May 2021: Mondragon Assembly is expanding into the USA market. The opening of a new subsidiary in Chicago will enable Mondragon Assembly to provide a closer and personalized service to the customers in the country.
Aug 2021: JR Automation, a leading global systems integrator and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501), is pleased to announce that it is uniting its five divisional brands - JR Automation, Esys Automation, Setpoint, FSA Technologies and PSB Technologies - under the singular corporate identity of JR Automation.
Assembly Line Market Report - Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 Study Assumptions
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. Research Methodology
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Insights
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Drivers
4.2.2 Restraints
4.2.3 Opportunities
4.3 Government Regulations and Initiatives
4.4 Supply Chain/Value Chain Analysis
4.5 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.6 Technology Snapshot
4.7 Impact of COVID-19 on the Market
5. Market Segmentation
5.1 By Type
5.1.1 Manual Assembly Lines
5.1.2 Semi-automated Assembly Lines
5.1.3 Fully Automated Assembly Lines
5.2 By End-user
5.2.1 Automotive
5.2.2 Industrial Manufacturing
5.2.3 Electronics and Semiconductors
5.2.4 Medical & Pharmaceutical
5.2.5 Others
5.3 By Geography
5.3.1 North America
5.3.2 Asia-Pacific
5.3.3 Europe
5.3.4 Latin America
5.3.5 Rest of the World
6. Competitive Landscape
6.1 Market Concentration Overview
6.2 Company Profiles
6.2.1 ACRO Automation Systems, Inc.
6.2.2 Hochrainer GmbH
6.2.3 JR Automation
6.2.4 Central Machines, Inc.
6.2.5 Totally Automated Systems
6.2.6 Fusion Systems Group
6.2.7 Adescor Inc.
6.2.8 Gemtec GmbH
6.2.9 Markone Control Systems
6.2.10 Eriez Manufacturing Co.
6.2.11 NEVMAT Australia PTY LTD
6.2.12 RNA Automation
6.2.13 UMD Automated Systems
6.2.14 Mondragon Assembly
6.2.15 Hitachi Power Solutions Co., Ltd.
6.2.16 MechTech Automation Group
6.2.17 RG-Luma Automation
6.2.18 BBS Automation
6.2.19 SITEC Industrietechnologie GmbH*
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. Market Opportunities and Future Trends
8. Appendix
Assembly Line Industry Segmentation
An assembly line is a production process that breaks the manufacture of a good into steps that are completed in a pre-defined sequence. Assembly lines are the most commonly used method in the mass production of products. They reduce labor costs because unskilled workers are trained to perform specific tasks. The Global Assembly Line Solutions Market is segmented By Type (Manual Assembly Lines, Semi-automated Assembly Lines, Fully Automated Assembly Lines), By End-user (Automotive, Industrial Manufacturing, Electronics and Semiconductors, Medical & Pharmaceutical, Others), By Geography (North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Rest of the World). For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of value (USD billion).
| By Type | |
| Manual Assembly Lines | |
| Semi-automated Assembly Lines | |
| Fully Automated Assembly Lines |
| By End-user | |
| Automotive | |
| Industrial Manufacturing | |
| Electronics and Semiconductors | |
| Medical & Pharmaceutical | |
| Others |
| By Geography | |
| North America | |
| Asia-Pacific | |
| Europe | |
| Latin America | |
| Rest of the World |
Assembly Line Market Research FAQs
What is the current Global Assembly Line Solutions Market size?
The Global Assembly Line Solutions Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 5.5% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Global Assembly Line Solutions Market?
ACRO Automation Systems, Inc., Hochrainer GmbH, JR Automation, Central Machines, Inc. and Totally Automated Systems are the major companies operating in the Global Assembly Line Solutions Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Global Assembly Line Solutions Market?
North America is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Global Assembly Line Solutions Market?
In 2024, the Asia-Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Global Assembly Line Solutions Market.
What years does this Global Assembly Line Solutions Market cover?
The report covers the Global Assembly Line Solutions Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Global Assembly Line Solutions Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Assembly Lines Solutions Industry Report
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