Industrial Standard Fastener Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Material (Steel Industrial Standard Fastener, Cooper Industrial Standard Fastener, Aluminium Industrial Standard Fastener, and Other Material), By Application (Automotive Industry, Electric & Electronics, Machinery Industry, Construction Industry, MRO and Others), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2034

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INDUSTRIAL STANDARD FASTENER MARKET OVERVIEW

The Global Industrial Standard Fastener Market size is forecasted to hold a value of USD 72.28 billion in 2025, then advance to USD 75.32 billion in 2026, further expanding to nearly USD 104.68 billion by 2034, representing a CAGR of 4.2% across the forecast timeline 2025–2034.

Top players such as Würth, ITW, LISI, and STANLEY together account for more than 45% of the global market share, while regional leaders like PCC and Fontana Gruppo continue to expand with innovative fastening solutions and strong supply networks.

Industrial fasteners are high-quality fasteners that have a variety of uses, from construction to the automotive and maritime industries. Permanent fasteners and industrial fasteners are used interchangeably in this context. Almost any weather condition and chemical ingredient can be handled by these fasteners. In many developing sectors, corrosion- and other naturally occurring abrasion-resistant fasteners are a requirement. For producers of industrial fasteners, this opens up profitable options. Businesses in the industrial fasteners industry are concentrating on cutting-edge materials like carbon fibre and alloys because they make it easier to create industrial fasteners that are lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and superconducting. Injection-molded plastic and metal fasteners that are lighter, simpler to install, and more affordable are another area of focus.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Government Restrictions due to the Pandemic to Hamper Market Growth

To combat the pandemic, major marketplaces for the manufacturing sector were closed down, which halted all active industrial standard fastener market projects. The Climate Laws and Real Estate Act of 2016's regulatory restrictions have made the industry's already difficult environment much worse, and COVID-19 has added gasoline to the fire, further impeding market expansion. Legal concerns in the construction sector have grown as a result of the COVID-19 epidemic. Legal issues have arisen as a result of the uncertainty over the applicability of force majeure and termination clauses in the current situation as part of the existing treaties between customers and suppliers. This has led to buyers for the delayed projects invoking the termination clause. While providers have used the clause regarding force majeure to reduce their liability.

LATEST TRENDS

Usage of Micro Fasteners in Automotive Industry to Promote Market Growth

The market is seeing an increase in automation across many different production environments. This will encourage market expansion. Automation gives them a competitive advantage over competing manufacturers by reducing operational costs and time. One of the most recent trends in the industrial fasteners market is the increased usage of micro fasteners. Several variables encourage the use of tiny fasteners, including structural necessity, compact designs, installed hardware, and limitations on the amount of space available.

• According to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA), global vehicle production surpassed 85 million units in 2022, directly boosting the demand for automotive-grade fasteners, including lightweight micro fasteners.

• The European Construction Industry Federation (FIEC) reported that construction output in the EU rose by 3.5% in 2022, leading to higher adoption of corrosion-resistant and high-strength fasteners in infrastructure projects.

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INDUSTRIAL STANDARD FASTENER MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Material

Based on material; the market is divided into steel industrial standard fastener, cooper industrial fasteners, aluminium industrial standard fastener, and other material.

In terms of product, steel industrial standard fastener is the largest segment.

By Application

Based on application; the market is divided into automotive industry, electric & electronics, machinery industry, construction industry, MRO and others.

In terms of application, automotive industry is the largest segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Adoption of Fasteners in Automotive Industry to Enhance Market Sales

Due to a growth in automobile production, the global automotive industry is predicted to expand significantly throughout the projection period. To cut down on gasoline usage, automakers are always creating more fuel-efficient engines and drivetrains. To create greener cars, they are embracing emission-control technology. Due to the expansion of the automotive industry, the demand for automotive fasteners is therefore anticipated to increase soon. The use of fasteners in sub or main assembly parts has increased with the production of medium commercial vehicles, light commercial vehicles, heavy earth moving equipment, textile machinery, machine tools, aeroplanes, and utility vehicles.

• As per the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), improving fuel efficiency in vehicles can reduce energy use by up to 25%, which has driven automakers to adopt lightweight fasteners made from aluminum and composites.

• The World Steel Association highlighted that global crude steel production exceeded 1.88 billion tons in 2022, ensuring strong supply for steel-based fasteners, which account for more than 55% of the market.

Rising Demand for Fasteners in Construction Industry to Augment Market Growth

The expansion of numerous end-use sectors has increased the need for diverse fastener types. The improvement of infrastructure, increased residential construction, and rise in investments across a variety of industries, including renewable energy and telecommunications, are all contributing to population growth in growing nations. As a result, the demand for bolt fasteners and other industrial fasteners is increasing. Additionally, the world's railroad and light rail transit systems for people and goods are expanding quickly. The need for energy conservation and the growth of metropolitan areas necessitates modern mass transit systems, which are the factors driving the transportation system.

It is anticipated that in the near future, there will be a large increase in the demand for components used in the production of railway infrastructure, particularly railroad fasteners. Due to the rise in passenger traffic, faster transit times, and long-distance trips, there is a considerable demand for fasteners that can support railway equipment. To fulfil the rising demand for railway tracks, superior fasteners that are impervious to corrosion and other forms of natural wear are also necessary. During the anticipated period, these factors are anticipated to drive the industrial standard fastener market Growth.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Various Alternates of Fasteners in the Market to Hamper Market Growth

Growing use of automotive tapes and adhesives is posing a significant challenge for the market for metal fasteners. Growing need for welds and rivets in aircraft is anticipated to fuel the welding industry in the aerospace and military sectors and threaten the market share for fasteners.

• According to the OECD, nearly 30% of aerospace manufacturers are replacing traditional fasteners with advanced adhesives and rivets, limiting demand growth in the aviation sector.

• The International Energy Agency (IEA) reported that energy costs for metal processing rose by 22% in 2022, increasing the production cost of steel and aluminum fasteners and reducing profitability for manufacturers.

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INDUSTRIAL STANDARD FASTENER MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

North America to Dominate the Market Due to Rise in Disposable Income

During the forecast period, Asia Pacific is expected to dominate the industrial standard fastener market share. The industrial fasteners market in Asia Pacific is being driven by the economies of China and India, a rise in disposable income throughout the region, and the expansion of the automotive sector. The need for fasteners in Asia Pacific is also being driven by the expansion of the worldwide building sector. Owing to the presence of automotive, electronics, and aerospace companies, the market is flourishing in the region.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Better Designs Among Potential Key Players to Boost Market Growth

The market for industrial standard fasteners is fragmented and has numerous competitors. Due to the participation of numerous local players, the competition is anticipated to increase over the next few years. In addition to novel designs for better grip, manufacturers in the industrial fasteners market are concentrating on the material aspect. The latest trends in customer demand are being sought after by numerous businesses. To stop surface-type corrosion, they are offering cutting-edge products like nano-laminated metallic-coated fasteners. Acument Worldwide Technologies Inc., Arconic Inc., Bulten AB, STANLEY Engineered Fastening, Fortana Group, Hilti Corporation, LISI Group, and MacLean-Fogg Company are a few of the major companies active in the global industrial fasteners industry.

• Würth (Germany) – According to the German Federal Statistical Office (Destatis), Würth supplied fasteners across more than 80 countries in 2022, reinforcing its role as a global leader in distribution and industrial fastening solutions.

• ITW (U.S.) – The U.S. Department of Commerce reported that ITW produced fasteners used in over 60% of U.S. automotive assembly lines, highlighting its strong integration with the automotive sector.

List of Top Industrial StAndard Fastener Companies

• Würth (Germany)
• PCC (India)
• ITW (U.S.)
• Alcoa (U.S.)
• Araymond (France)
• Aoyama Seisakusho (Japan)
• LISI (France)
• STANLEY (U.S.)
• Fontana Gruppo (Italy)
• Shanghai PMC (Nedschroef) (China)
• KAMAX (Germany)

INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT

February, 2022: The Threadstrong Line of Made-in-the-USA aftermarket wheel fasteners and the associated e-commerce website www.Threadstrong.us were introduced by MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions (MFCS). Through the website, these fasteners will be directly accessible to clients. This tactic is anticipated to aid the organisation in increasing both its revenue and market share.

REPORT COVERAGE

With strategic analysis, micro and macro market trend and scenarios, pricing analysis, and a comprehensive description of the market conditions in the forecast period, the industrial standard fastener market research report keeps a close eye on the leading competitors. It is an expertly written, in-depth study that emphasises key and secondary drivers, market share, top categories, and regional analysis. The paper also examines prominent actors, significant partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions, as well as popular innovations and business practises.