Centrifugal Chiller Market

Market Snapshot

Global demand for centrifugal chillers is expected to heighten significantly in 2021, according to Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence firm. The centrifugal chiller industry's momentum will revive as the COVID-19-induced slowdown fades, as variables in the demand-supply equation realign themselves.

The centrifugal chiller industry analysis report includes historical data from 2016 to 2020, as well as forecasts for 2021 to 2031.

Key Developments by Centrifugal Chiller manufacturers

Ebara Corporation, a prominent machinery manufacturing company, offers the RTBFA High-Efficiency Centrifugal Chiller. This chiller is both cost-effective and compact, thanks to its high-performance compressor. CO2 emissions are reduced as a result of it.

Similarly, Carrier announced it has added 150 tons to its AquaEdge 19DV water-cooled centrifugal chiller capacity range in North America. With a capacity now beginning at350 tonnes, the 19DV can meet the needs of customers with smaller applications.

In May 2021, Dunham-Bush added the advanced version of the Vision 2020i controller to the DCLC-D series centrifugal chiller. With more advanced features such as intelligent adaptive liquid line modulating valve control, adaptive IGV and VFD surge control line, adaptive compressor capacity control, and various other intelligent features, this new state-of-the-art controller is designed to operate the DCLC-D at optimum efficiency and reliability.

Overview

A centrifugal compressor is a dynamic machine that uses the rotary action of an impeller wheel to exert a radial force on the refrigerant inside a volute. Unlike reciprocating chillers, centrifugal chillers are well suited for most applications where a large volume of refrigeration is required.

Centrifugal chillers are the most widely used, owing to their higher efficiency, few moving parts, and simple design. The power consumption of a centrifugal chiller is approximately 0.5 to 0.6 IKW/TR at ASHRAE design conditions. Around 80,000 centrifugal chillers are operating in North America alone. Centrifugal chillers are considered the most economical chiller type for building cooling applications.

The power consumption of screw air-cooled chillers is almost double that of centrifugal chillers. Apart from this, the maintenance process of a centrifugal chiller is relatively simple and less expensive. Based on the aforementioned trends, the global market for centrifugal chillers is foreseen to auger well over the forecast period.

Market Dynamics

By 2050, it is anticipated that around 70% of the global population will live in cities, as compared to 54% today. Hence, countries are investing in massive urbanization projects. This fast-paced urbanization is one of the key factors fueling the sales of centrifugal chillers. Centrifugal chillers are crucial building blocks for many HVAC systems.

As the need for a better price to performance ratio is increasing, it is foreseen to fuel the demand for centrifugal chillers in the global market over the forecast period. Owing to the increasing adoption of centrifugal chillers in the worldwide market, these have become the center of attraction for many manufacturers.

Players are investing significantly in R&D activities, experimenting with different technological integrations to improve the price to performance ratio of centrifugal chillers. Technologies such as oil-free magnetic bearing technology with high-efficiency heat exchangers are foreseen to witness significant adoption in centrifugal chillers in the next couple of years. Due to their multiple benefits over other types, centrifugal chillers are projected to witness significant growth over the forecast period.

Regional Analysis

The global market for centrifugal chillers is divided into seven economies

• North America
• Europe
• Middle East & Africa (MEA)
• Asia (East & South Asia)
• Oceania
• Latin America

As a result of increasing industrialization and the growing movement of populations from rural to urban areas, the market in East & South Asia is expected to grow substantially in the foreseeable future. In North America, the market in the United States is expected to grow at a stable growth rate, owing to early adoption.

However, the European F-Gas Regulation and the phasedown of high-GWP refrigerant could affect the growth of the centrifugal chiller market over the forecast period in the region. In Latin America, Mexico is projected to account for a significant share, while the markets in the Middle East & Africa, and Oceania are gaining pace at a robust rate. 

Key Manufacturers

The global market for centrifugal chillers appears to be fragmented, characterized by the presence of international and regional players.

Prominent players in the market are

• Daikin Applied
• Motivair
• Trane (Ingersoll Rand)
• Carrier Corporation
• Thermal Care Inc.
• Johnson Controls (York)
• Artic Cool Ltd.

The research report presents a comprehensive assessment of the centrifugal chiller market, and contains thoughtful insights, facts, historical data, and statistically supported and industry-validated market data.

It also contains projections using a suitable set of assumptions and methodologies. The report provides analysis and information according to market segments such as geography, building size, cooling load, and cooling type.

Report Covers Exhaustive Analysis On:

• Market Segments
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• Market Size
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• Current Trends/Issues/Challenges
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• Technology in the Centrifugal Chiller Market
• Value Chain of the Centrifugal Chiller Market

Regional Analysis Includes:

• North America (U.S., Canada)
• Latin America (Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Rest of Latin America)
• Europe (Germany, Italy, France, U.K, Spain, BENELUX, Nordic, Eastern Europe)
• East Asia (Japan, China, South Korea)
• South Asia (India, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest)
• Oceania (Australia, New Zealand)
• Middle East and Africa (GCC Countries, South Africa, Turkey, Iran, Israel)

The report is a compilation of first-hand information, qualitative and quantitative assessment by industry analysts, and inputs from industry experts and industry participants across the value chain.

The report provides an in-depth analysis of parent market trends, macroeconomic indicators, and governing factors, along with market attractiveness as per segment.

The study also maps the qualitative impact of various market factors on market segments and geographies.

Report Highlights:

• Detailed overview of the parent market
• Changing market dynamics in the centrifugal chiller market
• In-depth market segmentation
• Historical, current, and projected market size in terms of volume and value
• Recent industry trends and developments
• Competitive landscape
• Strategies of key players and products offered
• Potential and niche segments, geographical regions exhibiting promising growth
• A neutral perspective on market performance
• Must-have information for market players to sustain and enhance their market footprint