United Kingdom Plastic Welding Equipment Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Manual, Semi-automatic, and Fully Automatic), By Application (Electronics, Packaging, Automotive, Medical Devices, and Others), and United Kingdom Plastic Welding Equipment Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United Kingdom Plastic Welding Equipment Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom Plastic Welding Equipment Market Size Was Estimated at USD 504.28 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 7.56% from 2025 to 2035
• The United Kingdom Plastic Welding Equipment Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1124.26 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The United Kingdom Plastic Welding Equipment Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 1124.26 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 7.56% from 2025 to 2035. The increasing automation usage, technical improvements, and a growing focus on long-lasting, sustainable plastic joining solutions across industrial applications, in addition to expanding demand in the automotive, construction, and packaging industries

Market Overview

The United Kingdom Plastic Welding Equipment Market Size refers to the industry involved with the production, marketing, and distribution of equipment and supplies for joining plastic materials using a variety of welding techniques, such as hot plate, ultrasonic, and extrusion.  The demand for strong, lightweight, and reasonably priced plastic components for both consumer and commercial applications is driving this industry, which serves industries including electronics, packaging, construction, and the automotive sector. The growing need for strong, lightweight plastic components in the automotive and aerospace industries.  The market's potential is further increased by growing environmental concerns and the move toward sustainable and recyclable materials.  Furthermore, there is a lot of room for innovation, investment, and growth in the plastic welding equipment sector due to developments in automation and precision welding technologies in addition to expanding infrastructure construction and manufacturing operations. the integration of IoT, robots, and automation for increased accuracy and productivity.  Cutting-edge welding methods like laser and ultrasonic welding are being used in a variety of industries to enable quicker processing, stronger joints, more energy efficiency, and appropriateness for intricate, high-performance plastic applications.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market size for the United Kingdom plastic welding equipment market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom plastic welding equipment market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and 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 United Kingdom plastic welding equipment market.

Driving Factors

The growing need for lightweight, strong, and reasonably priced plastic components from industries like electronics, packaging, construction, and the automobile industry. Advanced welding technologies are becoming more popular as a result of the increased focus on environmentally friendly production methods and recyclable polymers.  Additionally, the adoption of smart plastic welding equipment with increased efficiency and precision is being boosted by the advent of automation and Industry 4.0 trends. Market expansion is also aided by government funding for environmentally friendly industry and infrastructure development.

Restraining Factors

The large upfront costs, a shortage of experienced workers, and the technical difficulties of sophisticated welding techniques. Furthermore, price swings for raw materials and strict environmental laws governing the use of plastic may impede market expansion and small and medium-sized business adoption.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom plastic welding equipment market share is classified into type and application.

• The fully automatic segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom plastic welding equipment market is segmented by type into manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic. Among these, the fully automatic segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segment growth can be attributed to increasing automation adoption, labor cost increases, manufacturing precision demands, and Industry 4.0 technology integration.  With increased consistency, efficiency, and less operational downtime, fully automated systems are propelling growth.

• The automotive segment accounted for the largest revenue in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.  

The United Kingdom plastic welding equipment market is segmented by application into electronics, packaging, automotive, medical devices, and others. Among these, the automotive segment accounted for the largest revenue in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is because of increasing demand for lightweight car parts, a rise in the manufacturing of electric vehicles, and stricter quality requirements in the electronics and medical sectors.  The demand for sophisticated, high-precision welding solutions is further increased by automation and the implementation of Industry 4.0.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom plastic welding equipment market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product 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

• Leister Technologies AG
• Herrmann Ultraschalltechnik GmbH & Co. KG
• Bielomatik Leuze GmbH & Co. KG
• Frimo Group GmbH
• RITMO S.p.A.
• LPKF Laser & Electronics AG
• Telsonic AG
• HPT Hochwertige Plastikteile GmbH
• Mecasonic Group
• CEMAS Elettra
• Others.

Recent Developments:

• In March 2025, TRUMPF introduced new fiber laser welding solutions aimed at increasing efficiency and flexibility in the automotive and electronics sectors. These solutions are tailored to meet the precise welding requirements of modern manufacturing processes.

Key Target Audience

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

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at UK, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom plastic welding equipment market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom Plastic Welding Equipment Market, By Type

• Manual
• Semi-automatic
• Fully Automatic

United Kingdom Plastic Welding Equipment Market, By Application

• Electronics
• Packaging
• Automotive
• Medical Devices
• Others