Paralleling switchgear (PSG) refers to a critical component in electrical systems that enables the connection and synchronization of two or more power sources, such as generators, to provide a combined output of higher capacity and reliability. It is designed to ensure the safe and efficient operation of these power sources by providing protection, control, metering, and switching elements that work together to manage power distribution for various systems.
Paralleling Switchgear Global Market Report 2024 provides data on the global paralleling switchgear market such as market size, growth forecasts, segments and geographies, competitive landscape including leading competitors’ revenues, profiles and market shares. The paralleling switchgear market report identifies opportunities and strategies based on market trends and leading competitors’ approaches.
The paralleling switchgear market has seen strong growth and is projected to continue. It will grow from $1.52 billion in 2023 to $1.61 billion in 2024, at a CAGR of 6.2%. Past growth has been attributed to aging power infrastructure, rising electricity demand, industrialization, regulatory mandates, urbanization, investments in renewable energy, grid reliability concerns, and cost efficiency measures. The market is expected to reach $2.06 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 6.3%. Growth drivers include the integration of smart grids, the deployment of microgrids, energy storage adoption, IoT in energy management, the electrification of transport, and grid modernization initiatives. Key trends include the adoption of digital substations, decentralized power generation, energy optimization, sustainable energy solutions, the rise of energy-as-a-service models, and the use of AI and machine learning in grid management.
The rising demand for renewable energy sources is expected to propel the growth of the paralleling switchgear market. Renewable energy, generated from natural resources like sunlight and wind, is becoming more essential due to environmental concerns and energy security goals. Paralleling switchgear is used to synchronize multiple power sources, such as solar arrays or wind turbines, for efficient grid integration. For example, the International Energy Agency reported that renewable electricity capacity increased by 50% in 2023 compared to 2022, with a total of 507 GW added. Therefore, the increasing demand for renewable energy is driving the growth of the paralleling switchgear market.
Get Your Free Sample of the Global Paralleling Switchgear Market Report The paralleling switchgear market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Open Transition Systems, Closed Transition Systems, Soft Load Systems
2) By Power Rating: Low Voltage (LV), Medium Voltage (MV), High Voltage (HV)
3) By Application: Prime Power, Standby Power, Peak Shaving
4) By End User: Commercial, Industrial
Companies in the paralleling switchgear market are innovating with critical power management devices to enhance reliability and efficiency in power distribution. These devices ensure uninterrupted power supply and monitor performance in real time. For instance, in October 2021, ASCO Power Technologies released CPMA devices that log power events, assess equipment performance, and provide notifications via email and SMS. These scalable solutions integrate various power components into a user-friendly interface, enhancing operational efficiency and visibility for power management systems.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the paralleling switchgear market in 2023. The regions covered in the paralleling switchgear market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.