France Welding Equipment Market Overview, 2028

Welding is a sculptural or fabrication technique used to join metals or thermoplastics. It is a low-cost and effective method of forming bonds between two or more parts. Welding equipment, such as flux and fillers, is used to create joints. Filler melts during the welding process to form the joint, and flux acts as a deoxidizer, preventing porosity from forming in the weld. Steel, aluminium, copper, ilmenite, nickel, and rutile are common materials used in welding equipment. France has a large and diverse manufacturing sector, including industries such as aerospace, automotive, and construction. These industries require welding equipment and consumables to manufacture their products. Furthermore, France is investing heavily in infrastructure development, including roads, bridges, and buildings. Welding is a crucial component of infrastructure construction and maintenance, driving demand for welding equipment and consumables. Moreover, France is investing heavily in infrastructure development, including roads, bridges, and buildings. Welding is a crucial component of infrastructure construction and maintenance, driving demand for welding equipment and consumables. In addition, France has a favorable business environment, with a strong network of suppliers and manufacturers, as well as government support for research and development in the welding industry.

According to the research report "France Welding Equipment and Consumables Market Overview, 2028," published by Bonafide Research, the France Welding Equipment and Consumables market was valued at more than USD 1 Billion in 2022. The construction sector in France is one of the largest in Europe, and it relies heavily on welding for various applications. With the growing demand for new infrastructure and housing, the demand for welding equipment and consumables is also increasing. Furthermore, France is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and increasing the share of renewable energy in its energy mix. This has led to the expansion of the renewable energy sector, which uses welding extensively for the construction of wind turbines, solar panels, and other equipment. Moreover, the increasing adoption of automation and robotics in manufacturing processes is driving the demand for advanced welding equipment and consumables that are compatible with these technologies. In addition, the French government is actively supporting the growth of the manufacturing industry, which includes the welding equipment and consumables market. The government has implemented various initiatives to encourage innovation, improve the skills of the workforce, and promote research and development in the welding industry.

Based on by Technology, the market is divided into Arc weldings and oxy-fuel welding . Arc welding is expected to gain prominence in the coming years due to the increasing adoption of fusion processes and the use of high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) across various industries because it is a flexible and cost-effective process. Oxy-fuel welding technology has the highest CAGR from 2023 to 2028. Its growing use in industrial manufacturing applications The welding equipment and products used in this technology are highly cost-efficient, which promotes their implementation in welding fillet, butt, and lap joints with object thicknesses up to 5mm. Based on end users, the automotive segment will hold a dominant position in this market in terms of market share during the forecast period as the automotive industry is focusing on reducing the weight of vehicles by replacing metal parts with plastic, which requires high precision. Based on equipment, electrodes and filler metal equipment have the largest market share. Electrodes and filler metal equipment are widely used in various industries, including automotive, construction, shipbuilding, and aerospace. They are essential for welding and joining different materials such as steel, aluminium, and stainless steel. The oxy-fuel welding industry has the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Oxy-fuel welding equipment is lightweight and portable, which makes it ideal for use in remote locations where electricity is not available. However, oxy-fuel welding produces a high heat input, which allows for quick welding and efficient fusion of the workpieces. This makes it suitable for welding thicker materials.

The French welding industry has a strong export market, with many companies selling their products and services to countries around the world. The industry has a particularly strong presence in Europe, but also exports to Asia, the Americas, and Africa. Furthermore, the French welding industry has a long history, with some of the country's oldest welding companies dating back more than 100 years. For example, Air Liquide Welding, one of the largest welding equipment manufacturers in France, was founded in 1908. Moreover, the French welding industry is also involved in research and development, with many companies partnering with academic institutions to develop new welding technologies and processes. This research is aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of welding as well as reducing its environmental impact. Furthermore, there are several professional organisations that represent the interests of the French welding industry, including the French Welding Institute (Institut de Soudure) and the French Welding Association (Association Française du Soudage). These organisations provide support and resources to welding professionals and companies, as well as promoting the use of welding technologies in various industries. In addition, France several major welding equipment manufacturers, including Air Liquide Welding, Fronius France, Lincoln Electric France, and ESAB France.

In 2020, the French welding equipment manufacturer Air Liquide Welding announced the launch of a new welding gas called Nexelia for industrial applications. The gas is designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve welding performance. Furthermore, in 2020, the French company Castolin Eutectic will introduce a new range of welding wires designed for use in the aerospace industry. The wires are specially formulated to meet the high-performance requirements of aircraft manufacturing and maintenance. Some of the largest welding equipment and consumables trade shows in France include Industrie Paris is a major industrial trade show held in Paris, France, which covers a wide range of industries, including welding and metalworking. The event attracts a large number of exhibitors and visitors from around the world and features demonstrations of the latest welding equipment and consumables. Moreover, SIANE is an industrial trade show held in Toulouse, France, that focuses on manufacturing and production technologies. The event includes exhibits from welding equipment and consumables manufacturers, as well as other companies involved in metalworking, automation, and robotics. Furthermore, MIDEST is another major industrial trade show held in Paris, France, which includes exhibits from welding equipment and consumables manufacturers, as well as other companies involved in metalworking, electronics, and engineering. The event also features seminars and workshops on welding technologies and processes.



Based on product type, the market is divided into two sections: welding equipment and welding consumables. The welding equipment segment will hold a dominant position in this market in terms of market share during the forecast period, owing to the rising trend of automated machines used in various industries such as automotive and construction to join thermoplastics, metals, and others. The welding consumables segment has the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The high demands for customised solutions for joining dissimilar and non-metallic materials, as well as the rise in steel consumption, are all factors. Furthermore, this industry is now emphasising the use of simple and cost-effective solutions to protect the work piece from the outside environment. Consumables are gaining traction in this scenario because the raw materials used to manufacture them include copper, rutile, and aluminium, all of which have high tensile strength and antioxidant properties.

According to consumable, the market is divided into Stick electrodes, Solid Wires, Flux-cored wires, SAW wires and Fluxes, and Others (gases, rods, etc.). Among them, In 2022, the stick electrodes product segment held the most market share. Stick electrodes are becoming increasingly popular for welding a diverse range of components due to their ability to increase welding strength as well as their high corrosion resistance and tensile strength. During the forecast period, flux-cored wires have the highest CAGR. Flux-cored wires have greater deposition rates than other welding consumables, making them ideal for high-speed welding applications. This makes them popular in industries where productivity and efficiency are critical, such as automotive, construction, and shipbuilding.

Considered in this report
• Geography: France
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028

Aspects covered in this report
• France Welding Equipment & Consumables market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Type:
• Welding Equipment
• Welding Consumables

By Equipment:
• Electrodes & Filler Metal Equipment
• Oxy-fuel Gas Equipment
• Other Equipment

By Consumable:
• Stick electrodes
• Solid wires
• Flux-cored wires
• SAW wires and Fluxes
• Others (gases, rods, etc.)

By Technology:
• Arc Welding
• Oxy-fuel Welding
• Others (Resistance welding, Laser beam welding, plasma arc welding, electron beam welding)

By end- Users:
• Automotive
• Fabrication
• Building & Construction
• Marine
• Power
• Oil & Gas
• Others (Shipbuilding, Maintenance & Repair, Offshore, Pipe Mill, Pipeline, Aerospace, etc.)

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, government-generated reports, and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by making telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations and organizations related to the 3D printing industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.