Industrial Inkjet Printer Head Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Piezoelectric Type and Thermal Type), By Application (Wide-Format Printer, Ceramic Printer, Textile Printer, Coding and Marking Printer and Other), Regional Forecast From 2024 To 2031

Updated On: 22 April 2024

Industrial Inkjet Printer Head Market Report Overview

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The global industrial inkjet printer head market size was in USD 1040.7 million 2023. As per our research, the industrial inkjet printer head market is expected to reach USD 1372 million by 2031, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.5% during the forecast period.

The COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with experiencing lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden decline in CAGR is attributable to the market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

An Industrial Inkjet Printer Head, also known as an inkjet printhead or print head, is an important component of an inkjet printing system that is utilized in a variety of industrial applications. Its principal role is to precisely deposit microscopic droplets of ink onto a substrate such as paper, plastic, cloth, or other materials in order to create images, text, or patterns. The printhead is often positioned on a carriage or assembly that moves over the printing area back and forth. As the printhead moves, it drops ink droplets in a precise pattern onto the substrate, guided by digital instructions from the printing software or controller.

Depending on the printing requirements, industrial inkjet printing heads come in a variety of configurations with varying numbers of nozzles and resolutions. Product labelling, packaging, textile printing, wide-format printing, and additive manufacturing (3D printing) are all examples of industrial inkjet printing uses. The technique provides versatility, high-speed printing, and variable data printing, making it appropriate for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. The printhead in continuous inkjet printing produces a continuous stream of ink droplets. An electrostatic charge is then utilized to selectively deflect specific droplets on the substrate to generate the desired image or text. Typically, unused droplets are recirculated.

COVID-19 Impact: Reduced Demand from End-User Industries to Hinder Market Growth

The global supply chain for numerous components and raw materials is essential in the industrial inkjet printer head market. The pandemic caused delays in the production and distribution of printer heads by disrupting manufacturing, transportation, and logistics. This hampered printer head availability, resulting in longer lead times for clients. Due to the epidemic, many businesses that use industrial inkjet printing, like as advertising, packaging, textiles, and automotive, faced major slowdowns or even temporary shutdowns. As businesses cut back on capital expenditures, demand for industrial inkjet printer heads fell. During the epidemic, certain industries' printing priorities shifted. Demand for certain forms of packaging, for example, increased while demand for others fell.

LATEST TRENDS

"Higher Resolution and Precision to Enhance Market Growth"

Higher print resolutions and improved precision remain an important trend in industrial inkjet printer heads. Manufacturers are creating printheads with finer droplets and greater dots per inch (DPI) resolutions, allowing for sharper and more detailed prints. To satisfy production demands, industrial printing applications frequently require high-speed printing. The most recent trends involve the development of printheads that can print at higher rates without sacrificing print quality, resulting in enhanced productivity and throughput. Wide-format printing is in high demand in a variety of industries, including textiles, signage, and packaging. Printer heads with broader print widths are being designed by manufacturers to suit larger substrates and enable seamless printing on larger surfaces.

Industrial Inkjet Printer Head Market Segmentation

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• By Type

Based on type market is classified as piezoelectric type and thermal type.

• By Application

Based on application market is classified as wide-format printer, ceramic printer, textile printer, coding and marking printer and other.

DRIVING FACTORS

"Personalization and Customization to Augment Market Growth"

Worldwide, industries are undergoing digital transformation in search of more efficient and flexible printing solutions. Variable data printing, faster turnaround times, and lower setup costs make industrial inkjet printing an appealing solution for a variety of applications. With an increase in the demand for personalised and customised products, industrial inkjet printing enables firms to respond to specific tastes. This is true in industries such as product packaging, textiles, ceramics, and promotional materials, where distinctive patterns and variations are required. Inkjet printing technology advances have resulted in enhanced printhead performance, greater resolutions, faster printing speeds, and compatibility with diverse ink types. These advancements have broadened the range of potential uses for industrial inkjet printing.

"Wide Range of Applications to Propel Market Growth"

As environmental concerns grow, firms seek more environmentally friendly printing methods. Inkjet printing produces less waste than traditional printing technologies, making it an environmentally responsible option.  In some cases, industrial inkjet printing can save money, especially for small to medium print runs. It removes the need for printing plates and shortens setup times, potentially saving firms money. Packaging, textiles, ceramics, electronics, signage, and 3D printing are just a few of the industries that use industrial inkjet printing. Because of its adaptability, inkjet printing technology appeals to a wide range of customers. E-commerce expansion has boosted demand for efficient and adaptable packaging solutions. Industrial inkjet printers can meet this requirement by printing high-quality variable data on packing materials.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

"Competition from Other Printing Technologies to Impede Market Expansion"

Industrial inkjet printers and printheads are frequently expensive to purchase. The cost of purchasing printing equipment and accompanying technology can be prohibitively expensive for certain firms, particularly small and medium-sized organisations (SMEs). While industrial inkjet printing has many advantages, it is up against established printing methods such as offset printing, flexography, and gravure printing. These conventional processes may still be favoured in some specialised applications due to their cost-effectiveness or compatibility for certain substrates. Despite substantial advances in print speed, industrial inkjet printing may not always match the production speeds required for certain high-volume industrial applications. This constraint may limit its use in industries that value exceptionally fast production rates.

Industrial Inkjet Printer Head Market Regional Insights

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"North America to Dominate the Market Due to Broad Manufacturing Base"

North America, particularly the United States, has long been a major industrial inkjet printer head market share. The region has a broad manufacturing base and a substantial presence of industries that use inkjet printing technology, such as packaging, textiles, and 3D printing. The industrial landscape, technological breakthroughs, economic conditions, and special application needs in different areas of the world have influenced the acceptance and market growth of industrial inkjet printer heads.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

"Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage"

Prominent market players are making collaborative efforts by partnering with other companies to stay ahead of the competition. Many companies are also investing in new product launches to expand their product portfolio. Mergers and acquisitions are also among the key strategies used by players to expand their product portfolios.

List of Market Players Profiled

• Xaar (U.K.)
• Konica Minolta (Japan)
• FUJIFILM Dimatix (U.S.)
• SII Printek (Japan)
• TRIDENT (India)
• Kyocera (Japan)
• TOSHIBA TEC (Japan)
• Ricoh (Japan)

REPORT COVERAGE

The report anticipates a detailed analysis of the global market size at the regional and national level, the ssegmentation market growth and market share. The prime objective of the report is to help user understand the market in terms of definition, market potential, influencing trends, and the challenges faced by the market. Aanalysis of sales, the impact of the market players, recent developments, opportunity analysis, strategic market growth analysis, territorial market expansion, and technological innovations are the subject matter explained in the report.