Rock Duster Market: Current Analysis and Forecast (2022-2028)
Emphasis on Type (Slinger, Wet/Slurry, Bantam, High-Pressure Bulk, Trickle, and Mine-Wide Automated Dusting System); Technology (Diesel, Electric, and Hydraulic); and End-Users (Agriculture, Mining, Construction, and Others); and Region/Country
Rock Duster market was valued at USD 295 million in 2021 & is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.0% from 2022-2028. Rock dusting is a practice in underground mining where a fine powder is applied to the surfaces of mining workings, such as tunnels and shafts, to prevent the propagation of coal dust explosions. The rock dust acts as a flame retardant and makes the coal dust inert, reducing the risk of explosion. The market for rock dusting equipment is expected to grow steadily in the coming years, driven by the increasing demand for coal and other minerals and the need for safe mining practices. The adoption of advanced technology, such as automated rock dusting systems, is also expected to contribute to the growth of the market. Rock dusters are used in mining to disperse rock dust, which is a fine powder that is used to control the potential explosion of coal dust in underground coal mines. The use of rock dusters is an important safety measure that helps to prevent coal dust explosions, which can be very dangerous. The adoption of rock dusters in mining has been widespread and has been mandatory in underground coal mines for many years. In the United States, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requires all underground coal mines to use rock dusting as a means of preventing coal dust explosions.
Some of the major players operating in the market include Johnson Controls, Irwin Car, Damascus Corporation, STRATA WORLDWIDE, Saminco Inc., Brain Industries (International) Pty Ltd, HafcoVac, JB Group, ARVA Industries Inc., and Clayton Equipment. Several M&As along with partnerships have been undertaken by these players to facilitate customers with hi-tech and innovative products/technologies.
Insights Presented in the Report
“Amongst type, the wet/slurry segment held a significant CAGR of the market in 2021”
Based on type, the market is segmented into slinger, wet/slurry, bantam, high-pressure bulk, trickle, and mine-wide automated dusting system. The wet/slurry segment is expected to register a significant CAGR during the forecast period. A wet or slurry rock duster is a piece of equipment used in mining operations to control dust by spraying a mixture of water and rock dust onto surfaces in the mine. Several factors can affect the effectiveness of a wet or slurry rock duster, including the type of rock dust used, the water pressure, the flow rate of the slurry, and the distance between the nozzle and the surface being sprayed. Also, the increasing mining activities along with the increasing technological advancement are expected to support the market growth in the coming time.
“Amongst technology, the hydraulic technology held the majority share of the market in 2021”
By technology, the market is segmented into diesel, electric, and hydraulic. The hydraulic segment is expected to witness a significant market share during the forecast period due to its higher feasibility and better cooling advantages. Also, the hydraulic rock duster comes in different sizes, and weights and is applicable for convenient operation and offers greater flexibility. In addition, the increasing demand from the mining industry attributed to the lower noise, less vibration, and better control will propel the demand for hydraulic rock duster equipment. However, the market for hydraulic-powered equipment is expected to face competition from electric-powered equipment due to the growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions.
“Europe dominated the Rock Duster market in 2021.”
Europe dominated the rock duster market in 2021 due to the increased demand for rock duster equipment attributed to the presence of several mining plants in the region. Also, the presence and mining of several metal reservoirs such as cobalt, beryllium, bauxite & alumina among others will support the market growth in the coming time.
Rock Duster Market Report Coverage
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- Deep dive regional level analysis of the industry.
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Research Methodology for the Rock Duster Market Analysis (2022-2028)
Analyzing the historical market, estimating the current market, and forecasting the future market of the global rock duster market were the three major steps undertaken to create and analyze the adoption of rock duster in major regions globally. Exhaustive secondary research was conducted to collect the historical market numbers and estimate the current market size. Secondly, to validate these insights, numerous findings and assumptions were taken into consideration. Moreover, exhaustive primary interviews were also conducted, with industry experts across the value chain of the global rock duster market. Post assumption and validation of market numbers through primary interviews, we employed a top-down/bottom-up approach to forecasting the complete market size. Thereafter, market breakdown and data triangulation methods were adopted to estimate and analyze the market size of segments and sub-segments of the industry pertains to. Detailed methodology is explained below:
Analysis of Historical Market Size
Step 1: In-Depth Study of Secondary Sources:
Detail secondary study was conducted to obtain the historical market size of the rock duster market through company internal sources such as annual reports & financial statements, performance presentations, press releases, etc., and external sources including journals, news & articles, government publications, competitor publications, sector reports, third-party database, and other credible publications.
Step 2: Market Segmentation:
After obtaining the historical market size of the rock duster market, we conducted a detailed secondary analysis to gather historical market insights and share for different segments & sub-segments for major regions. Major segments are included in the report as type, technology, and end-users. Further country-level analyses were conducted to evaluate the overall adoption of testing models in that region.
Step 3: Factor Analysis:
After acquiring the historical market size of different segments and sub-segments, we conducted a detailed factor analysis to estimate the current market size of the Rock Duster market. Further, we conducted factor analysis using dependent and independent variables such as type, technology, and end-users of the rock duster market. A thorough analysis was conducted for demand and supply-side scenarios considering top partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, business expansion, and product launches in the rock duster market sector across the globe.
Current Market Size Estimate & Forecast
Current Market Sizing: Based on actionable insights from the above 3 steps, we arrived at the current market size, key players in the global rock duster market, and market shares of the segments. All the required percentage shares split, and market breakdowns were determined using the above-mentioned secondary approach and were verified through primary interviews.
Estimation & Forecasting: For market estimation and forecast, weights were assigned to different factors including drivers & trends, restraints, and opportunities available for the stakeholders. After analyzing these factors, relevant forecasting techniques i.e., the top-down/bottom-up approach were applied to arrive at the market forecast for 2028 for different segments and sub-segments across the major markets globally. The research methodology adopted to estimate the market size encompasses:
- The industry’s market size, in terms of revenue (USD) and the adoption rate of the rock duster market across the major markets domestically
- All percentage shares, splits, and breakdowns of market segments and sub-segments
- Key players in the global rock duster market in terms of products offered. Also, the growth strategies adopted by these players to compete in the fast-growing market
Market Size and Share Validation
Primary Research: In-depth interviews were conducted with the Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) including Top Level Executives (CXO/VPs, Sales Head, Marketing Head, Operational Head, Regional Head, Country Head, etc.) across major regions. Primary research findings were then summarized, and statistical analysis was performed to prove the stated hypothesis. Inputs from primary research were consolidated with secondary findings, hence turning information into actionable insights.
Split of Primary Participants in Different Regions
Market Engineering
The data triangulation technique was employed to complete the overall market estimation and to arrive at precise statistical numbers for each segment and sub-segment of the global rock duster market. data was split into several segments & sub-segments post studying various parameters and trends in the areas of the type, technology, and end-users in the global rock duster market.
The main objective of the Global Rock Duster Market Study
The current & future market trends of the global rock duster market were pinpointed in the study. Investors can gain strategic insights to base their discretion for investments on the qualitative and quantitative analysis performed in the study. Current and future market trends determined the overall attractiveness of the market at a regional level, providing a platform for the industrial participant to exploit the untapped market to benefit from a first-mover advantage. Other quantitative goals of the studies include:
- Analyze the current and forecast market size of the rock duster market in terms of value (USD). Also, analyze the current and forecast market size of different segments and sub-segments
- Segments in the study include areas of the type, technology, and end-users.
- Define and analysis of the regulatory framework for the rock duster
- Analyze the value chain involved with the presence of various intermediaries, along with analyzing customer and competitor behaviors of the industry.
- Analyze the current and forecast market size of the rock duster market for the major region.
- Major countries of regions studied in the report include Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, and the Rest of the World
- Company profiles of the rock duster market and the growth strategies adopted by the market players to sustain in the fast-growing market.
- Deep dive regional level analysis of the industry
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