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Report Overview

The global macrofiltration market reached a value of USD 8.12 Billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.10% during the forecast period of 2025-2034 to attain a value of USD 14.68 Billion by 2034. The market is driven by the rising concerns over water quality and contamination, growth in industrial production and wastewater generation, and increasing global demand for safe and clean drinking water.

2024

Base Year

2018-2024

Historical Year

2025-2034

Forecast Year

  • A study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control found that 98 per cent of people tested in the study had detectable levels of PFAS, a forever chemical. The widespread detection of PFAS chemicals in water sources increases the demand for advanced filtration solutions like macrofiltration to remove harmful contaminants.
  • As per the report published by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), India’s water treatment capacity was 27.3% and the sewage treatment capacity was 18.6% in 2021. India’s low water and sewage treatment capacities drive the need for efficient filtration systems, including macrofiltration, to improve water quality.
  • As per industry reports, the food and beverage sector had a turnover of €1.1 trillion and €230 billion in value-added, which creates lucrative opportunities for macrofiltration. The growth of the food and beverage sector necessitates enhanced filtration technologies like macrofiltration to ensure product quality and safety in food processing.

Compound Annual Growth Rate

Value in USD Billion

6.1%

2025-2034


Macrofiltration Market Outlook

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Macrofiltration Industry Overview

The process of filtering insoluble particles of solids larger than 1 micron, from water, is known as macrofiltration. This process is carried out using a wide range of mesh screens or mesh filters made up of materials such as stainless steel or woven polymer. Macrofiltration usually operates in a dead-end flow mode and is often used in the pre-treatment of wastewater.

The rapid industrialisation in emerging economies, which is resulting in increased water pollution, is another crucial driving factor of the market. In the coming years, the rising demand for macrofilters from the metal and mining industry, to dewater fine coal and coal tailings and to separate solid from liquid in an ore concentration, is likely to increase the macrofiltration market value. Some of the other positive aspects supporting the market include growing demands for clean and packaged drinking water owing to the rising prevalence of disposable incomes and robust urbanisation.

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Macrofiltration Market Growth

The market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing demand across industries such as water treatment, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. The need for efficient filtration systems to remove larger particles from liquids and gases is propelling the macrofiltration industry forward. Technological advancements in filtration media, including enhanced membrane technologies and automation, are contributing to more efficient and cost-effective solutions. Moreover, the growing focus on sustainable practices and regulations surrounding clean water is further boosting the adoption of macrofiltration systems. As industries seek improved operational efficiency and compliance, the macrofiltration market is poised for continued expansion.

Key Trends and Developments

Macrofiltration Market Trends

The development of advanced filtration media is a major trend in the macrofiltration market. Manufacturers are increasingly using innovative materials such as composite membranes, nanomaterials, and high-performance non-woven fabrics. These materials offer superior filtration capabilities, including greater particle retention, enhanced durability, and reduced maintenance needs. As filtration requirements become more complex across various industries, the demand for these advanced materials is growing, leading to more efficient and cost-effective filtration systems.

The integration of automation and the Internet of Things (IoT) in filtration systems is transforming the macrofiltration market. Automated systems provide real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and control of filtration processes, which reduces human intervention and operational errors.

Macrofiltration Market Restraints

One of the significant challenges of the market is that the development of macrofiltration systems, especially the ones with auto backwash filters or filter presses, has high initial investment costs, which may be difficult to afford for small companies and municipalities. Regular maintenance is essential for macrofiltration systems, especially in end-use sectors such as water treatment and pharmaceuticals, however, their operation and maintenance costs can be high and can affect the macrofiltration demand growth. 

Microfiltration and nanofiltration technologies have been gaining prominence across the world and can pose a significant challenge to macrofiltration as they offer higher precision in filtering smaller particles and contaminants. For instance, NX Filtration, a provider of advanced hollow fibre membrane technology, announced that it is all set to supply its hollow fibre nanofiltration membrane modules for use in potable water reuse systems, with a capacity of 17 million litres per day, in Mexico, posing major hindrance to the macrofiltration sector.

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Macrofiltration Industry Segmentation

“Global Macrofiltration Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Product:

  • Granular Micro Filter
  • Leaf Tubular and Press Filter
  • Filter Press Filter
  • Auto Backwash Filters
  • Belt Filter Press
  • Bag Filter
  • Others

Market Breakup by Industry Vertical:

  • Water and Wastewater
  • Food and Beverage
  • Chemical and Pharmaceutical
  • Paper and Pulp
  • Mining and Metal
  • Others

Market Breakup by Region

  • North America 
  • Europe 
  • Asia Pacific 
  • Latin America 
  • Middle East and Africa

Macrofiltration Market Share

Market Analysis by Product

Granular micro filter membranes can separate particles with molecular weight less than 1,00,000 g/mol, and are specifically designed to separate sediments, algae, and large bacteria, among others from a liquid. Hence, the increasing application of microfiltration in water, beverage, and bio-processing industries is driving the macrofiltration market expansion.

Over the forecast period, the rise in the applications of granular micro filters in the treatment process of portable water is anticipated propel the demand for the product and the overall macrofiltration market. Meanwhile, the filter press filter segment is anticipated to attain a steady growth in the forecast period. This projected growth is due to the increasing deployment of this filter in economical dewatering of substances in industries such as power generation, mining, and chemical manufacturing, among others.

Market Analysis by Industry Vertical

The increasing application of macrofiltration technologies in different industries such as food and beverage, and chemical and pharmaceutical, among others, where water is primal, is boosting the macrofiltration market share. In addition, the demand for water in these industries is growing day by day, which is mustering the focus on proper water management. The stringent government regulations encouraging the reuse of contaminated water and treatment of sewage water are furthering the demand for macrofiltration.

Macrofiltration is widely used in the chemical and petrochemical industry for separating large particles, solids, and impurities from liquids and gases. Filtration prevents large particles from entering sensitive equipment like pumps, compressors, and heat exchangers. This extends the lifespan of machinery by preventing blockages, corrosion, and wear. For instance, macrofilters are used in refining processes to remove coarse particles from the flow of crude oil or chemicals.

Macrofiltration Market Regional Analysis

North America Macrofiltration Market Dynamics

The market growth in the region is fuelled by stringent environmental regulations, especially for water quality standards. For instance, the Clean Water Act of the USA regulates water pollution, leading end-use sectors to readily adopt macrofiltration systems to comply with this standard. This Act has established water quality standards and regulates discharges of pollutants into the water bodies. 

As per the macrofiltration market dynamics and trends, the expansion of the end-use sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and mining, among others, is also creating ample opportunities for market growth. Increased adoption of new filtration technologies such as auto-backwash filters and IoT-enabled systems also aids the regional market growth. 

Asia Pacific Macrofiltration Market Drivers

The market in the Asia Pacific region is being driven by the increasing sewage and wastewater generation in densely populated countries such as India and China. Over the forecast period, the thriving chemical industry in the region is likely to propel the demand of macrofiltration market owing to the high amount of water generated. In addition, the steady consumption of water in paper mills across the nations, owing to the rising demand for paper, is propelling the demand for macro filter membranes.

Moreover, the market in the region is anticipated to be expanded by the increasing demand for water filtration from food and beverage, and mining industries. This is owing to the increasing population and high economic growth of the developing countries, coupled with the favourable policies of governments aimed towards the prevention of water wastage.

Europe Macrofiltration Market Trends

Increased investment in wastewater treatment in the region is boosting the growth of the macrofiltration industry. Germany, France, and the UK are some of the major countries fuelling market growth due to favourable government regulations that can boost the demand for macrofiltration technology. For instance, the EU Water Framework Directive aims to protect and improve the quality of all water bodies in the region such as rivers, lakes, groundwater, and coastal waters. This has led the municipal corporation to adopt efficient filtration technologies such as macrofiltration, to meet these stringent standards, especially for wastewater and sewage treatment.

Latin America Macrofiltration Market Analysis

Rapid urbanisation and industrialisation are two of the major factors boosting the macrofiltration demand in the region. Water scarcity issues in some areas of the region have fuelled investments in water treatment technologies such as macrofiltration. As per the reports by the World Bank, over the last two decades, the region has experienced 74 droughts, which have caused more than USD 13 billion in damage and have led to around 150 million Latin Americans living in highly water-scarce areas. These severe climate conditions have led to the development of several water supply and sanitation services development projects in the region.

Middle East and Africa Macrofiltration Market Outlook

The rise in population and severe drought conditions in the region are some of the major factors contributing to the macrofiltration industry revenue in the region. For instance, countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are investing heavily in large-scale water treatment projects to meet the demands of the rising population. Whereas, in the African region, several government initiatives are focused on improving access to clean water, and macrofiltration is critical to achieving this. For example, the National Water and Sanitation Master Plan aims to provide South Africans access to clean drinking water and sanitation services.

Competitive Landscape

The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global macrofiltration industry, covering their competitive landscape, capacity, and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, and investments, expansions of capacity, and plant turnarounds. Companies are focused on the development of high-efficiency filtration systems, including reverse osmosis and ultrafiltration, to serve industries such as food and beverage and water treatment. They are also developing sustainable filtration techniques aimed at minimising waste and energy use. Additionally, there is a strong focus on producing eco-friendly filtration systems, particularly in air and water filtration, to support sustainability objectives.

Koch Separation Solutions (KSS)

KSS is a leading player in the field of innovative membrane filtration and separation technologies. The company provides a wide range of solutions designed for various sectors such as water treatment, food and beverage, life sciences, and industrial applications, among others.

Kubota Corporation

Kubota, a Japanese multinational corporation in the macrofiltration industry, is best known for manu...

Filtration Group

Filtration Group is one of the largest filtration companies in the world, offering solutions across ...

*Please note that this is only a partial list; the complete list of key players is available in the full report. Additionally, the list of key players can be customized to better suit your needs.*

Other major players in the market are A MANN+HUMMEL Company, MTB Technologies Sp. z o.o. (Ltd), and Parker Hannifin Corporation, among others.

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis.

Innovative Startups in Macrofiltration Market

Several startups are focusing on industrial sectors by advancing filtration systems for applications in water treatment, food and beverage processing, and the chemical sector. These companies are developing filters that provide increased life spans and operate with greater energy efficiency. For example, startups are developing nanofiber filtration technologies to improve the efficiency of particulate separation in sectors such as mining and manufacturing. As per the macrofiltration industry analysis, these startups are offering sustainable filtration materials that incorporate natural and environmentally friendly components.

ZwitterCo

ZwitterCo is an innovative startup focused on enhancing membrane technology to address the challenges posed by hard-to-treat wastewater and industrial processes. Their filtration systems use a unique zwitterionic polymer that provides resistance to fouling, enabling the treatment of complex waters with high levels of oil, fats, and various other contaminants.

Puraffinity

Puraffinity, a London-based startup in the macrofiltration industry, specialises in developing advanced filtration materials designed to specifically target per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and other harmful chemicals in water. Their proprietary material is developed for highly selective adsorption of pollutants, making it ideal for water treatment facilities and industries aiming to remove persistent contaminants. The company also prioritises sustainability and the development of eco-friendly filtration solutions.

*While we strive to always give you current and accurate information, the numbers depicted on the website are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the main report. At Expert Market Research, we aim to bring you the latest insights and trends in the market. Using our analyses and forecasts, stakeholders can understand the market dynamics, navigate challenges, and capitalize on opportunities to make data-driven strategic decisions.*

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Key Questions Answered in the Report

In 2024, the market reached an approximate value of USD 8.12 Billion.

The macrofiltration market is assessed to grow at a CAGR of 6.10% between 2025 and 2034.

The market is estimated to witness healthy growth in the forecast period of 2025-2034 to reach a value of around USD 14.68 Billion by 2034.

The major regions in the industry as identified by the EMR report are North America, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa, Europe, and the Asia Pacific.

The major drivers expected to have an impact on the market include the increasing application of macrofiltration technologies in industries such as food and beverage, and mining, among others, rising consumption of water, and rapid urbanisation.

The stringent regulations of the government aimed towards conserving and treating water in the emerging economies are likely to be the key trends in the market.

Granular micro filter, leaf tubular and press filter, filter press filter, belt filter press, bag filter, and auto backwash filters, among others are the different products based on which the market has been segmented.

Water and wastewater, mining and metal, chemical and pharmaceutical, paper and pulp, and food and beverage, among others are the different platforms based on which the market has been segmented.

The major players in the industry are Koch Separation Solutions (KSS), Kubota Corporation, Filtration Group, A MANN+HUMMEL Company, MTB Technologies Sp. z o.o. (Ltd), and Parker Hannifin Corporation, among others.

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Base Year 2024
Historical Period 2018-2024
Forecast Period 2025-2034
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Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:

  • Product
  • Industry Vertical
  • Region
Breakup by Product
  • Granular Micro Filter
  • Filter Press Filter
  • Leaf Tubular and Press Filter
  • Bag Filter
  • Belt Filter Press
  • Auto Backwash Filters
  • Others
Breakup by Industry Vertical
  • Water and Wastewater
  • Chemical and Pharmaceutical
  • Mining and Metal
  • Food and Beverage
  • Paper and Pulp
  • Others
Breakup by Region
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    • United States of America 
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Companies Covered
  • Koch Separation Solutions (KSS)
  • Kubota Corporation
  • Filtration Group
  • A MANN+HUMMEL Company
  • MTB Technologies Sp. z o.o. (Ltd)
  • Parker Hannifin Corporation
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