Semiconductor Fluid Conveyance Market Analysis | 2024-2030

"The Semiconductor Fluid Conveyance Market size was valued at US$ 1.9 billion in 2023 and is likely to grow at an impressive CAGR of 7.3% in the long run to reach US$ 2.9 billion in 2030".

Market Dynamics

Introduction

Fluid conveyance (hoses, tubes, pipes, and fittings) is a system used to transport liquid and gases (ultrapure water, chemicals, process gases, solvents) for semiconductor fabrication. Hoses and tubes are flexible conduits used for short distances, whereas pipes are rigid structures that transfer liquid and gases for long distances. Fittings include connectors, adapters, reducers, elbows, tubes, and pipe ends. The key functions of a fluid conveyance system are maintaining purity, safe transport of hazardous and reactive chemicals and gases, leak prevention, manage thermal load by conveying coolants.

After healthy growth in 2020, the market experienced excellent growth in 2021 and 2022, owing to increased semiconductor equipment sales after COVID-19. In 2023, the market experienced moderate growth (compared to 2021 and 2022) due to the decline in semiconductor equipment sales in 2023. The market is anticipated to maintain its excellent growth in the years to come.

Market Drivers

Key factors propelling the growth of the semiconductor fluid conveyance market are increasing semiconductor equipment demand, rising demand for high-yield semiconductor chips across industries, growing investment in semiconductor infrastructure, the requirement to comply with ISO and IEST regulations, the requirement of ultra-cleanroom environments that require high-performance material, and an increase in demand for ultrapure water.

Recent Market JVs and Acquisitions

A handful number of strategic alliances including M&As, JVs, etc. have been performed over the past few years:

• In 2019, Smiths Group PLC acquired United Flexible and merged with Flex-Tek Group. Later, the US Hose portion within United Flexible was integrated into Titeflex. The merger of the two organizations establishes Titeflex/US Hose as one of the leading suppliers of PTFE and composite or flexible metal tubing products.

Segments Analysis

By Type

“Hoses & Tubes are the dominant fluid conveyance and are expected to maintain its lead during the forecast period".

• Hoses & Tubes are flexible compared to pipes and can easily fit into cramped areas and complicated pathways in equipment, making them ideal for dynamic and compact environments.
• Hoses & Tubes are designed to handle the transport of fluids at high pressures and elevated temperatures without degradation, providing reliable performance in critical applications such as etching, cleaning, and wafer production.
• Pipes are majorly used for transferring ultrapure water in semiconductor manufacturing. Ultrapure water is used for cleaning and rinsing silicon wafers and equipment used in semiconductor fabrication.

By Core Material Type

“PTFE is projected to hold the dominant position of the market during the forecast period”.

• PTFE has excellent resistance to the chemicals utilized in the semiconductor manufacturing process, such as strong acids, bases, solvents, and gases.
• Ultra-high purity, thermal stability, low dielectric constant, flexibility, durability and longevity, and resistance to UV and radiation are some other properties of PTFE that make it a preferred material for fluid conveyance in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Stainless steel is likely to remain the second dominant material type during the forecast period owing to its high mechanical strength, thermal stability, corrosion resistance, pressure resistance, durability, and compatibility with harsh environmental conditions.

By Diameter Type

“<1 inch is the dominant diameter type of the market, and it is also likely to experience faster growth during the forecast period”.

• Based on diameter type, the semiconductor fluid conveyance market is segmented into <1 inch and >1 inch.
• The semiconductor manufacturing process required extreme purity, precise fluid control, minimization of fluid volume, efficient chemical delivery, and compact equipment configuration. Small-diameter hoses, tubes, and pipes are highly preferred for the precise, clean, and controlled production environment.
• In semiconductor manufacturing, hoses & tubes with diameter less than 1 inch are dominantly used, whereas pipes with diameters greater than 1 inch are majorly used.

Regional Analysis

“Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the dominant region, whereas North America is likely to remain the second dominant region during the forecast period”.

• In terms of region, the semiconductor fluid conveyance market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW.
• Asia-Pacific has the presence of leading semiconductor manufacturers, such as Samsung Electronics, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), SK Hynix, and Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC). These players drive the demand for fluid conveyance products for chip production in the region. Increase in investment in semiconductor manufacturing in China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan; an increase in government support and investments; growing technological advancements; and an efficient supply chain are other key factors driving the region’s market.
• North America (the second largest region) also experiences significant demand due to the presence of major semiconductor fabricators, including Intel Corporation, GlobalFoundries, and Texas Instruments Incorporated.

Key Players

The market is moderately fragmented with the presence of several players. In the semiconductor industry, there is a distinct set of players for hoses & tubes and pipes. Entegris is one of the major players that have a presence in both hoses & tubes and pipes for the semiconductor industry.

The following are the key players in the Semiconductor Fluid Conveyance Market (Based on Dominance)

• Parker Hannifin Corporation
• Georg Fischer Piping System
• Swagelok
• Dockweiler AG
• AGRU Kunststofftechnik GmbH
• Titeflex US Hose

The leading players in the semiconductor hoses & tubes market are Parker Hannifin Corporation, Swagelok, Dockweiler AG, and Titeflex US Hoses, whereas Georg Fischer Piping System and AGRU Kunststofftechnik GmbH are some leading players in semiconductor piping systems market.

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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