Global Hollow Core Insulator Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2031

Global Hollow Core Insulator Market, By Voltage Rating (Below 300 KV, 300-600 KV, Above 600 KV), Shed Material Type(High Temperature Vulcanizing (HTV) Silicon Rubber, Liquid Silicon Rubber), Shed Design (Plain Shed, Alternating Shed, Single Rib Shed, Double Rib Shed, Super Deep Rib Shed), Product Type (Ceramic, Composite), Application (Instrument Transformers, Circuit Breakers, Surge Arresters, Bushing, Switching Gear, Station Post, Cable Termination) - Industry Trends and Forecast to 2031.

Hollow Core Insulator Market Analysis and Size

An increase in growth in transmission and distribution networks across the region is expected to act as the major driving factor in the market. The higher cost associated with the purchase of hollow-core insulation is acting as a restraint to the market growth.

Data Bridge Market Research analyzes that the global hollow core insulator market is valued at USD 724.11 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD  1,057.67 billion by 2031, registering a CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period of 2024-2031. “Instrument transformers” is expected witness high growth in the respective market as hollow core insulators in instrument transformers reduce their weight and improve electrical performance by minimizing the risk of contamination. In addition to the market insights such as market value, growth rate, market segments, geographical coverage, market players, and market scenario, the market report curated by the Data Bridge Market Research team includes in-depth expert analysis, import/export analysis, pricing analysis, production consumption analysis, and pestle analysis.

Hollow Core Insulator Market Scope and Segmentation

Market Definition

An insulator is a material used to keep sound or heat contained or something that does not conduct electricity. Hollow-core insulators are insulating substances for various high voltage applications and electrical power transmission lines. Hollow-core insulators, alternatives for glass and porcelain insulators, provide high quality, reliable and strong performance in high voltages up to 1100 kV AC and 1100 kV DC. Compared to glass and porcelain insulators, hollow core insulators offer other significant benefits due to their lighter weight, better contamination performance, seismic resistance, and increased protection while in a catastrophic failure. Hollow-core insulators offer dimensional consistency, which permits for enhancements in dielectric optimization and higher overall performance of diverse seal systems.

Global Hollow Core Insulator Market Dynamics

Drivers

• Growth in transmission and distribution networks

The transmission and distribution networks are experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing electricity demand and the integration of renewable energy sources. This expansion has created a burgeoning market for innovative solutions in the power industry, with a particular focus on the insulators used in high-voltage equipment. Hollow core insulators have gained significant traction in this evolving landscape due to their advantages in terms of weight reduction, contamination resistance, and overall efficiency, making them a key player in the modernization and expansion of these critical networks.

• Reliable and strong performance offered by hollow-core insulation

Hollow core insulation has been widely adopted in the high-voltage industry due to its exceptional reliability and robust performance. These insulators are engineered to withstand extreme conditions, ensuring uninterrupted and safe operation in critical applications such as power transmission and distribution. The market for hollow core insulators continues to expand as their reputation for enduring strength and dependable performance makes them an indispensable choice for modern electrical systems, where reliability is paramount.

Opportunity

• Up-gradation and expansion of the electricity and power generation sector

The ongoing up-gradation and expansion of the electricity and power generation sector are crucial for meeting the world's growing energy needs and transitioning towards cleaner energy sources. As power generation technologies evolve and grids become more interconnected, there is a heightened demand for advanced electrical components. Hollow core insulators have emerged as a pivotal component in this transformation, offering numerous benefits such as enhanced reliability, reduced maintenance costs, and improved performance, making them a vital element in the modernization and growth of the power generation sector.

Restraint/Challenge

• Higher cost associated with the purchase of hollow-core insulation

While hollow core insulators offer significant advantages in terms of performance and efficiency, they often come with a higher initial purchase cost compared to traditional insulators. However, it's essential to consider the long-term benefits and the overall cost savings they can provide by minimizing maintenance and ensuring reliable operation in high-voltage applications. This cost-benefit analysis is increasingly influencing the decision-making process in the hollow core insulator market, where the focus is not just on upfront expenses but also on the total cost of ownership over the product's lifespan.

This hollow core insulator market report provides details of new recent developments, trade regulations, import-export analysis, production analysis, value chain optimization, market share, the impact of domestic and localized market players, analyses opportunities in terms of emerging revenue pockets, changes in market regulations, strategic market growth analysis, market size, category market growths, application niches and dominance, product approvals, product launches, geographic expansions, technological innovations in the market. To gain more info on the hollow core insulator market contact Data Bridge Market Research for an Analyst Brief, Our team will help you take an informed market decision to achieve market growth.

Recent Developments

• In August 2021, Hitachi ABB Power Grids had announced a step for a sustainable energy future and entering the transmission voltage level with its Econi eco-efficient high-voltage portfolio. EconiQ is the company's eco-efficient portfolio for sustainability, where products, services, and solutions are proven to deliver exceptional environmental performance. With that, the company had manufactured the first commercially available alternative to SF6 for gas-insulated switchgear with circuit breakers for power transmission networks, thereby reducing environmental effects significantly
• In October 2019, Grasim Industries Limited (a unit of Aditya Birla Insulators) and Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH (MR) of Germany had signed a definitive agreement to construct a joint venture company (JVC) in India to manufacture and sell Composite Hollow Core Insulators (CHCI) for the worldwide power transmission and distribution (T&D) market. The joint venture had bought combined experience in the insulator industry, thereby enhancing their product portfolio and global footprint across the region

Global Hollow Core Insulator Market Scope

The hollow core insulator market is segmented on the basis of mode of voltage rating, shed material type, shed design, product type and application. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.

Voltage Rating

• Below 300 KV
• 300-600 KV
• Above 600 KV

Shed Material Type

• High Temperature Vulcanizing (HTV) Silicon Rubber
• Liquid Silicon Rubber

Shed Design

• Plain Shed
•  Alternating Shed
• Single Rib Shed
• Double Rib Shed
• Super Deep Rib Shed

Product Type

• Ceramic
• Composite

Application

• Instrument Transformers
•  Circuit Breakers
• Surge Arresters
• Bushing
• Switching Gear
• Station Post
• Cable Termination

Global Hollow Core Insulator Market Regional Analysis/Insights

The hollow core insulator market is analyzed and market size insights and trends are provided by country, voltage rating, shed material type, shed design, product type, and application as referenced above.

The countries covered in the market report are the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Poland, Switzerland, Netherlands, Hungary, Austria, Norway, Ireland, Turkey, Lithuania, rest of Europe, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, rest of Asia-Pacific, Brazil, Argentina, Peru, rest of South America, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., Israel, Kuwait, Egypt, and rest of Middle East & Africa.

Asia pacific is expected to dominate due to the expansion of power grids in urban as well as rural areas and up-gradation for higher capacity. North America is expected to be the fastest growing region due to its rapid development in technology and growing demand for high capacity supply.

The country section of the report also provides individual market-impacting factors and changes in regulation in the market domestically that impact the current and future trends of the market. Data points like downstream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends, and Porter’s five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of Europe brands and the challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, the impact of domestic tariffs, and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.     

Competitive Landscape and Global Hollow Core Insulator Market Share Analysis

The hollow core insulator market competitive landscape provides details by competitors. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, Europe presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, and application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to the hollow core insulator market.

Some of the major players operating in the hollow core insulator market are:

• PPC Austria Holding GmbH (Austria)
• CTC INSULATOR (Turkey)
• Modern Insulators Ltd. (India)
• PFISTERER Holding AG (Germany)
• Jiangsu Shenma Electric Power Co., Ltd (China)
• Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH (Germany)
• SAVER S.p.A (Italy)
• Nanjing Electric (Group)Co.,Ltd. (China)
• NGK INSULATORS, LTD (Japan)
• ZPE ZAPEL S.A (Poland)
• Zhengzhou Orient Power Co., Ltd (China)
• SANDIAN ELECTRIC (China)
• Aditya Birla Insulators (India)
• MacLean-Fogg (U.S.)
• Global Insulator Group LLC (U.S.)
• Royalinsulator (Turkey)
• Hitachi ABB Power Grids (Switzerland)
• Fujian Ruisen New Materials Co., Ltd. (China)
• Dalian Hivolt Power System Co., Ltd. (China)
• Newell & Hindustan Urban Infrastructure Ltd. (India)