Steam autoclaves market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 9.2% during the forecast period (2023-2030). Steam autoclaves are devices that use steam under pressure to sterilize a wide range of materials, including medical equipment, surgical instruments, food, and pharmaceuticals. They are a critical part of sterilization practices in many industries, and the steam autoclaves market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. According to center for disease control and prevention, Steam sterilization should be used whenever possible on all critical and semi-critical items that are heat and moisture resistant (e.g., steam sterilizable respiratory therapy and anesthesia equipment), even when not essential to prevent pathogen transmission. Steam sterilizers also are used in healthcare facilities to decontaminate microbiological waste and sharps containers.

Segmental Outlook 

The global Steam Autoclaves market is segmented on the configuration, and application. Based on the configuration, the market is sub-segmented into table top autoclaves, vertical steam autoclaves, horizontal steam autoclaves, floor standing steam autoclaves, and high-pressure steam autoclaves. And based on the application, the market is sub-segmented into medical, dental and laboratory. Among the configuration, the Vertical Steam Autoclaves sub-segment is anticipated to hold a considerable share of the market, owing to the chamber of the autoclave is located vertically, with the door at the top. This design is often preferred for laboratory and medical applications, as it allows for easier loading and unloading of materials.

The Medical Sub-Segment is Anticipated to Hold a Considerable Share of the Global Steam Autoclaves Market

Among the application, the medical sub-segment is expected to hold a considerable share of the global Steam autoclaves market. This segmental growth is attributed to factor includes, prominent use of autoclaves in hospitals. The requirement for large capacity autoclaving requirements in hospitals to sterilize the equipment is increasing due to rising number of hospitals and healthcare facilities after pandemic. The companies are working on development of autoclaves suitable for hospital use as well as clincs to stay competitive in the market. For instance, In November 2022, Freudenberg Medical, has launched HelixFlex, a high-purity thermoplastic elastomer TPE tubing designed for use in biopharmaceutical fluid transfer applications. TPE tubing is ideal for pharmaceutical bioprocessing applications because it can be welded to existing tubing lines, and heat-sealed to allow for easy, fast, and safe fluid transport in biopharma processes. TPE tubing from Freudenberg also offers many different sterilization options including autoclave, gamma irradiation, x-ray, and e-beam.

Regional Outlook

The global Steam autoclaves market is further segmented based on geography including North America (the US, and Canada), Europe (UK, Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and the Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Rest of Asia), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America). Among these, Asia pacific is anticipated to hold a prominent share of the market across the globe, owing to growth of pharma industry and rapidly developing medical infrastructure in emerging countries such as India and China in the region. 

Global Steam Autoclaves Market Growth, by Region 2023-2030

The Asia-Pacific Region is Expected to Grow at a Significant CAGR in the Global Steam autoclaves Market

Among all regions, the North America regions is anticipated to grow at a considerable CAGR over the forecast period. Regional growth is attributed to Steam autoclaves are becoming more sophisticated and efficient owing to medical advancements and Governments implementing regulations to improve sterilization practices in the healthcare in the region. This is driving the demand for steam autoclaves in the region. The market player are introducing new and better autoclaves in the market. For instance, in January 2023, W&H Launches New Product Innovations for Dental Equipment in North America. The core ambition of W&H is to develop state-of-the-art technology and tools that make dental practices’ work safer, more efficient, and more patient-friendly. The new Lexa Plus sterilizer is a pre-vacuum, Class B sterilizer for the North American market. It provides more capacity, energy-saving fast cycles, automatic water filling, connectivity and traceability options offering full protection for doctors and their patients. The new Assistina One single port maintenance device ensures perfect care and performs the correct lubrication cycles crucial for the function and long service life of dental handpieces.

Market Players Outlook

The major companies serving the Steam autoclaves market include Belimed Deutschland, BMM Weston Ltd, Getinge, LTE Scientific Ltd, Matachana, Medi safe International, Panasonic, Priorclave Ltd., Eryigit Medical Devices, STERIS, Peacocks Medical Group, Steelco S.p.A., and others. The market players are considerably contributing to the market growth by the adoption of various strategies including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, funding, and new product launches, to stay competitive in the market. For instance, Astell Scientific is pleased to announce a partnership with Progressive Recovery, Inc. (PRI) to be the exclusive sales and service dealer of Astell’s steam sterilizer autoclave range in the US. The partnership extends to the full range of autoclaves, ranging from 33 to 2000 litres, both circular and square section, where they should be ideal for many markets where PRI’s Bio division is already established, such as the veterinary, university research, medical, pharmaceutical and other containment research facilities.

The Report Covers

• Market value data analysis of 2022 and forecast to 2030.
• Annualized market revenues ($ million) for each market segment.
• Country-wise analysis of major geographical regions.
• Key companies operating in the global steam autoclaves market. Based on the availability of data, information related to new product launches, and relevant news is also available in the report.
• Analysis of business strategies by identifying the key market segments positioned for strong growth in the future.
• Analysis of market-entry and market expansion strategies.
• Competitive strategies by identifying ‘who-stands-where’ in the market.