The wire mesh cable tray market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The wire mesh cable tray market has seen strong growth in recent years. It will rise from $0.79 billion in 2024 to $0.84 billion in 2025, at a CAGR of 6.7%.
This growth is driven by a rising demand for efficient cable management solutions, industrial growth, the need for reliable power distribution systems, the versatility and efficiency of wire mesh cable trays, and a growing demand for adhesives across industries.
The wire mesh cable tray market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The wire mesh cable tray market is forecast to grow strongly, reaching $1.08 billion by 2029 with a CAGR of 6.4%.
The growth is attributed to the expansion of data centers and the IT industry, the growth of the telecom industry, easy installation and modification of cable systems, and efficient troubleshooting and maintenance. Major trends include technological advancements, advancements in telecommunications networks, the advent of 5G, development of smart infrastructure, and renewable energy adoption.
The wire mesh cable tray market is predicted to expand due to the burgeoning need for trays within the construction sector. This sector encompasses the meticulous planning, creative design, and meticulous development of infrastructure and buildings, which include residential, commercial, industrial, and civil engineering projects. The exponential growth of the construction industry can be attributed to escalating urbanization, infrastructure develpment, and substantial government investment in public and housing projects. Wire mesh cable trays are fervently desired in the construction sector for their ease of installation, adaptability, and effective cable management, which ensures electrical safety and systemic organization within communication systems. For example, TST Europe, a Swiss manufacturer that specializes in quick-release couplings and coupling systems, reported in June 2024 that total U.S. construction expenditure reached a staggering $1.98 trillion in 2023, a 7.4% increase from the prior year. The number of construction entities in the U.S. amounted to roughly 745,000 by 2023. Consequently, the ascending need for trays within the construction sector is bolstering the growth of the wire mesh cable tray market.
The wire mesh cable tray market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Electro Zinc (EZ) Wire Mesh Cable Tray, Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG) Wire Mesh Cable Tray, Aluminum Wire Mesh Cable Tray, Stainless Steel Wire Mesh Cable Tray, Other Types
2) By Duty Type: Light Duty, Medium Duty, Heavy Duty
3) By Width: Below 100 Millimeter (Mm), 101 Millimeter (Mm) To 300 Millimeter (Mm), 301 Millimeter (Mm) To 500 Millimeter (Mm), 501 Millimeter (Mm) To 700 Millimeter (Mm), Above 700 Millimeter (Mm)
4) By Sales Channel: Direct, Indirect
5) By Application: Data Center Or Computer Room, Office, Factory, Other Applications
Subsegements:
1) By Electro Zinc (EZ) Wire Mesh Cable Tray: Pre-Galvanized EZ Wire Mesh Cable Tray, Post-Galvanized EZ Wire Mesh Cable Tray
2) By Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG) Wire Mesh Cable Tray: Low Carbon HDG Wire Mesh Cable Tray, High Carbon HDG Wire Mesh Cable Tray
3) By Aluminum Wire Mesh Cable Tray: Anodized Aluminum Wire Mesh Cable Tray, Non-Anodized Aluminum Wire Mesh Cable Tray
4) By Stainless Steel Wire Mesh Cable Tray: 304 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh Cable Tray, 316 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh Cable Tray
5) By Other Types: PVC-Coated Wire Mesh Cable Tray, Fiberglass Wire Mesh Cable Tray
Leading firms in the wire mesh cable tray industry are creating cutting-edge products like basket cable trays to offer customers enhanced features. A basket cable tray, a light structure with an open-grid design made from sturdy steel wires, is created to support and guide both electrical and data cables while ensuring optimal ventilation and ease of access for maintenance. For example, Panduit Corp., an American company that provides infrastructure products and services, introduced the Wire Basket Cable Tray Routing System in January 2024. This wire basket cable tray is particularly formulated to route and manage data cables made of copper, fiber optics, and power cables within data centers, connected buildings, and industrial areas. Its unique design boosts the strength-to-weight ratio compared to other market options, thus simplifying and speeding up the installation process, providing a cost-efficient solution. The wire basket incorporates a grid pattern with larger openings enabling more cables to pass through, thereby reducing cable cutting, lessening sharp edges, and creating a safer atmosphere for network engineers.
Major companies operating in the wire mesh cable tray market are:
• ABB Ltd.
• Hubbell Incorporated
• Eaton Corporation
• Legrand SA
• Atkore International Inc.
• Panduit Corp.
• Chatsworth Products Inc.
• PUK Group
• Oglaend System
• MP Husky Corp.
• Pemsa SA
• Marco Cable Management
• Unitrunk
• Quest Manufacturing Inc.
• Calpiping Industries LLC
• TechLine Mfg
• Profab Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
• Gerpaas
• Schneider Electric SE
• Navagraha Enterprises
• Cablofil Inc.
• The Niedax Group
• Patny Systems Pvt. Ltd.
• nVent
• Elcon Group
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the wire mesh cable tray market in 2023. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the wire mesh cable tray market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.