Global Industrial Hot Melt Equipment Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product Type (Glue Guns, Benchtop Hot Melt Equipment, Bulk Hot Melt Equipment, and Others), By Application (Packaging, Nonwovens, Woodworking, Automotive, Electronics, and Others), By End-User (Manufacturing, Construction, Automotive, Electronics, and Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035.

Global Industrial Hot Melt Equipment Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Global Industrial Hot Melt Equipment Market Size Was Estimated at USD 2.76 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 6.07% from 2025 to 2035
• The Worldwide Industrial Hot Melt Equipment Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 5.28 Billion by 2035
• Asia Pacific is expected to Grow the fastest during the forecast period.

The Global Industrial Hot Melt Equipment Market Size was worth around USD 2.76 Billion in 2024 and is predicted to Grow to around USD 5.28 Billion by 2035 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.07% from 2025 to 2035.  The industrial hot melt equipment market is fueled by the increasing demand for packaged food, and the requirement for different packaged products is anticipated to propel the industrial hot melt dispensing equipment market during the forecasted years.

Market Overview

The industrial hot melt equipment industry refers to equipment used to melt and apply hot melt adhesives, thermoplastics that are solid at room temperature and melt when heated, for bonding purposes in manufacturing operations. After being applied and cooled, the adhesive sets into a fast-drying, strong bond. The key opportunities in the industrial hot melt equipment market are the rising need for automated and intelligent manufacturing solutions. The developing trend of Industry 4.0 and implementing advanced technologies like IoT, AI, and robotics in production processes is compelling the implementation of automated hot melt equipment. These high-tech systems provide advantages like increased efficiency, accuracy, and uniformity in the application of adhesives, which are vital for mass production. Moreover, the emergence of smart and networked hot melt equipment capable of tracking and optimizing adhesive use in real-time is likely to bring new market growth opportunities. Furthermore, the growing use of hot melt adhesives is seen in new sectors like renewable energy, aerospace, and medical devices. There is growing emphasis on the use of renewable energy sources like wind and solar power, resulting in increased demand for strong and long-lasting adhesive solutions for different components.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the industrial hot melt equipment market based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the industrial hot melt equipment market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, type launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the industrial hot melt equipment market.

Driving Factors

The key growth drivers for the industrial hot melt equipment market are the increasing demand for hot melt equipment from the packaging sector. The packaging industry is witnessing a major upheaval caused by the growth of e-commerce, which has resulted in increased demand for high-speed and efficient packaging solutions. Hot melt equipment provides fast bonding and high adhesion, which makes it the first choice in the packaging sector. Furthermore, the capacity of hot melt adhesives to bond diverse material types, such as cardboard, plastic, and metal, raises their attractiveness in this market. This increasing demand in the packaging market is forecasted to drive the market in the forecast period. Moreover, a rising focus on green and sustainable adhesive solutions. Hot melt adhesives tend to be thermoplastic in composition and have no solvents present in them; hence are environmentally friendly. Due to the rising worldwide concern for VOC emissions and the strict environmental regulations, hot melt adhesives are being increasingly used by industries as a greener solution.

Restraining Factors

The main restrainer is raw material price volatility. Hot melt equipment is a petroleum-based product, and changes in crude oil prices have the potential to affect raw material costs. Price fluctuations can negatively influence manufacturers' profitability as well as the prices charged by end-users. Additionally, the hot melt equipment market competes with other adhesive technologies like water-based and solvent-based adhesives.

Market Segmentation

The industrial hot melt equipment market share is classified into product type, application, and end-user.

• The glue guns segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on product type, the industrial hot melt equipment market is divided into glue guns, benchtop hot melt equipment, bulk hot melt equipment, and others. Among these, the glue guns segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is due to their usability and mobility. The rise of DIY arts and the urgency to provide speedy remedies in home applications are promoting glue gun demand. Furthermore, improvements in technology related to glue guns, i.e., their evolution from wired to battery or cordless products, are enhancing their uptake as well.

• The packaging segment accounted for a significant share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the application, the industrial hot melt equipment market is divided into packaging, nonwovens, woodworking, automotive, electronics, and others. Among these, the packaging segment accounted for a significant share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. The growth is attributed to the widespread application of hot melt adhesives for sealing, labeling, and packaging assembly of packaging materials. Moreover, e-commerce development and the growing demand for quick and reliable packaging materials are fueling the hot melt equipment adoption in the industry.

• The manufacturing segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on end-user, the global industrial hot melt equipment market is categorized into manufacturing, construction, automotive, electronics, and others. Among these, the manufacturing segment accounted for the largest share in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The segment's growth is attributed to the demand for reliable and effective adhesive solutions in a range of production operations. Additionally, the increasing focus on automation and the rising use of advanced manufacturing methods are prompting demand for hot melt equipment in this market.

Regional Segment Analysis of the Industrial Hot Melt Equipment Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

North America is expected to hold the largest share of the industrial hot melt equipment market throughout the estimated period.

North America is expected to hold the largest share of the industrial hot melt equipment market throughout the estimated period. The high concentration of end-use industries like automotive, electronics, and packaging. Furthermore, the availability of major industry players and ongoing innovation in adhesive technologies are anticipated to drive market growth in North America. The market in the region is anticipated to grow at a steady rate over the forecast period.

Asia-Pacific is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR in the industrial hot melt equipment market during the forecast period. Asia-Pacific has the speedy industrialization and growth of the manufacturing industries in nations such as China, India, and Japan are fueling the need for hot melt machinery. Additionally, positive policies of the government towards industrial development and infrastructure growth are likely to propel the market in this region even further.

Europe is anticipated to grow at a significant pace in the global industrial hot melt equipment market during the forecast period. The region's robust automotive and electronics sectors are fueling the demand for hot melt adhesives and equipment. Moreover, the growing focus on sustainability and adhering to rigorous environmental regulations is also boosting the use of sustainable adhesive solutions.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the industrial hot melt equipment market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their type of offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes type development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Nordson Corporation
• Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
• 3M Company
• Graco Inc.
• ITW Dynatec
• Valco Melton
• Sika AG
• H.B. Fuller Company
• Robatech AG
• Astro Packaging
• Preo Srl
• BAhnen GmbH & Co. KG
• Kleiberit Adhesives
• Sure Tack Systems (STS)
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs) 

Recent Development

• In September 2024, Power Adhesives launched its biodegradable hot melt adhesive, described as a 'world first' and suitable for use by carton, corrugated packaging, point of sale (POS) converters, and contract packers.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the industrial hot melt equipment market based on the below-mentioned segments: 

Global Industrial Hot Melt Equipment Market, By Product Type

• Glue Guns
• Benchtop Hot Melt Equipment
• Bulk Hot Melt Equipment
• Others

Global Industrial Hot Melt Equipment Market, By Application

• Packaging
• Nonwovens
• Woodworking
• Automotive
• Electronics
• Others

Global Industrial Hot Melt Equipment Market, By End-User

• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Automotive
• Electronics
• Others

Global Industrial Hot Melt Equipment Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa