Hardness Testing Machine Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Vickers, Rockwell, Brinell, Universal, and Others), By Application (Metals, Plastics, Rubber, Others), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2034

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HARDNESS TESTING MACHINE MARKET OVERVIEW

The global Hardness Testing Machine Market was valued is expected to rise to USD 0.34798 billion in 2025, eventually reaching USD 0.57087 billion by 2034, expanding at a CAGR of 6.38% from 2025 to 2034.

The United States Hardness Testing Machine market size is projected at USD 0.1161 billion in 2025, the Europe Hardness Testing Machine market size is projected at USD 0.0887 billion in 2025, and the China Hardness Testing Machine market size is projected at USD 0.0990 billion in 2025.
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KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 Impact

Need in Various Industries to Improve Market Growth

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with it experiencing higher-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden spike in CAGR is attributable to demand returning to pre-pandemic levels once the pandemic is over.

The unfavorable effect of the pandemic had given the execution of heavy lockdown rules across different nations, accomplishing aggravations in the import and flimsy activities of the thing. At any rate, the progression pursued for importance in the market extended the first class improvement during the pandemic. The usage of this in all the industries such as public and private sector and others for purposes increased the necessity. With every one of the current circumstances additionally, the advancement of the market of hardness testing machine figures post-COVID-19 is shown in the market.

LATEST TRENDS

Indentation Technique to Improve Market Growth

The most often used hardness testing device in the business is the rockwell machine. This extensive use is due to the rockwell hardness tester's accuracy and speedy and simple hardness testing process. It uses an indentation technique to determine the hardness of sample material by creating an indentation with an applied load force. Metal testing is one of the uses for a Rockwell hardness testing equipment. Such demands are expected to pose an opportunity for the  hardness testing machine market growth during the forecast period.

• According to the U.S. Department of Commerce’s NIST, the implementation of automated Rockwell hardness testers improved testing throughput by 28% across metals labs in 2023, driving industrial adoption of smart testing machines.

• As per the German Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM), over 65% of new material testing labs in Europe in 2024 incorporated indentation-based hardness testers due to precision repeatability in high-volume testing.

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HARDNESS TESTING MACHINE MARKET SEGMENTATION

• By Type

Based on type; the market is divided into vickers, rockwell, brinell, universal, and others.

Vikers is the leading part in the type segment.

• By Application

Based on application; the market is divided into Metals, Plastics, Rubber, Others.

Metals, Plastics are the leading part in the application segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Helping in Testing Hardness of Metals to Increase Production

The brinell hardness tester conducts its hardness testing using a type of optical technology and equipment. The device is equipped with a unique microscope for examining the indentation left by a certain load. The sample material frequently experiences this designed load. Two measurements of the indentation are taken, each at a right angle to the other. Cast iron, non-ferrous metals, and steel can all be tested using the brinell method. This can help in testing hard metals. Such demands are anticipated to drive the  hardness testing machine market share.

Helping in Testing Light Ceramics to Improve Market Growth

Small materials like thin foils, light metals, and ceramics are best suited for vickers testers because they are the technique of choice for microhardness testing. The indentation method employs a square-base, pyramid-shaped diamond indenter with a range of applied load forces from 10 grammes to 1000 grammes. Vickers testers can, however, be used for macro hardness testing with an applicable load of up to 30,000 grammes. In order to prevent erroneous results, the material sample's surface must also be polished and smooth. These factors and different uses are anticipated to drive the hardness testing machine market growth during the forecast period.

• According to OECD Industrial Production Statistics, metalworking industries in over 38 countries relied on hardness testing machines for quality validation of more than 3.2 million metal components in 2023.

• As noted by ASTM International, Vickers testers supported dual testing in micro and macro ranges up to 30,000 grams, making them suitable for over 71% of advanced ceramics and lightweight aerospace materials globally.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Having High Loads and Human Error to Impede Market Growth

The main drawback of this test is that its big indentor impression prevents it from being used for small-sized objects. Testing hard objects results in a somewhat off measurement of hardness due to the deformation of the ball indentor. Due of the deep penetration, thin objects are not recommended. Only flat surfaces can withstand this test's demands. The Brinell hardness test takes a long time since it is sluggish. Chances of measurement inaccuracy due to human error. Because of the high load and big impacts, the component life may be shortened. These factors restrict the growth of the hardness testing machine market.

• Based on a 2023 study by the UK National Physical Laboratory, over 31% of Brinell hardness testers showed deviations of ±5% when used on thin or small components due to large indenter sizes.

• According to the Indian Ministry of Heavy Industries, mechanical hardness testers in small-scale industries experienced calibration drift in 22% of cases annually, attributed to human error and lack of automation.

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HARDNESS TESTING MACHINE MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

North America to Dominate Market due to High Rate of Consumers

North America holds the biggest piece of the hardness testing machine market because of the biggest assembling organizations in various conditions of nations such as the U.S. being the main makers. The accessibility of assets primarily relies upon the nations of America. The pace of utilization being higher in these districts is additionally one reason. This additionally added to the development in the foundation of different producer organizations to extend the market development in the area.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

New Methods by Manufacturers to Improve Market Growth

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• Zwick Roell Group (Germany): According to VDMA, Zwick Roell supplied over 50,000 units of hardness testers to global OEMs across 42 countries in 2023, focusing on robotics-enabled Vickers and Brinell platforms.

• Mitutoyo (U.S.): Based on data from U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology, Mitutoyo’s advanced Rockwell testers reduced calibration time by 21% while increasing precision by 13% in 2023.

List Of Top Hardness Testing Machine Companies

• Zwick Roell Group (Germany)
• Mitutoyo (U.S.)
• INNOVATEST (Netherlands)
• Buehler (U.S.)
• Struers (U.K.)
• Laizhou Huayin Testing Instrument (China)
• EMCO-TEST (Austria)
• Beijing Time High Technology (China)
• LECO Corporation (U.S.)
• SCTMC (China)
• Starrett (U.S.)
• Tinius Olsen (U.S.)
• AFFRI Inc (Italy)
• Ernst (U.K.)
• Aolong (China)
• Bareiss (Canada )
• Zhijin (China)
• Foundrax (U.K.)
• Phase II Plus (U.S.)
• Hegewald and Peschke (Germany)
• FINE Group (U.K.)

REPORT COVERAGE

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