All clothing, helmets, other garments, and goggles that are used to protect the wearer's body from injury are referred to as personal protective equipment (PPE). Personal protective equipment is basically used for safety during sports activities, recreational activities, and other activities, ensuring full body protection from airborne particulate, heat, electrical hazards, biohazards, physical hazards, and others. New product development is a key factor driving the demand for PPE equipment across the globe. Other factors fueling the personal protective equipment market's growth include growing awareness and consciousness for safety in the workplace, government policies and regulations for the safety compliance of workers, and the development of cost-effective products by manufacturers. Also, increasing accidents at the workplace, infection-related issues, especially in the healthcare sector, and improvements in the overall manufacturing and industrial sectors are expected to bolster the personal protective equipment market's growth in the next five to six years.
North America is anticipated to remain dominant in terms of revenue contribution, followed by Europe and Asia Pacific. Asia Pacific is further expected to record the highest growth during the forecast period. This is majorly attributed to increased product availability, an improved distribution channel, and rising awareness among consumers. However, tariff barriers coupled with the high cost associated with personal protective equipment manufacturing might hamper the market growth. Personal protective equipment manufacturers are focused on improving the supply chain, emphasizing end-user preferences, and enhancing their geographic reach. In addition, manufacturers are developing products offering better safety, maintenance, and comfort to the wearer.
The global personal protective equipment market is segmented on the following bases:
By Product
Head Protection
Hearing Protection
Eye Protection
Protective clothing
Hand Protection
Respiratory Protection
Professional footwear
Others
By Application
Construction
Power and Energy
Oil and gas
Petrochemicals
Food manufacturing
Transportation
Pharmaceuticals
Others
By Geography
North America
US
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
Japan
China
Rest of APAC
Latin America
Middle East and Africa
Key players identified for the personal protective equipment market include, but are not limited to:
Ansell Healthcare Products LLC., V Group, Wells Lamont Industry Group, Honeywell Life Safety, 3M Company, Bekina NV, Alpha Pro Tech Ltd., Gateway Safety Inc., Rahman Group, and Avon Rubber PLC.
This report offers the following:
An overview of the global markets for personal protective equipment
Market trends assessment for the period 2013-2023, with historical information for 2013 and 2014 and projections through 2023, with respective CAGRs during 2016 and 2023
Qualitative assessment tools such as market drivers, challenges, and future prospects for personal protective equipment
Market competition scrutiny tools such as market share analysis, fractal map assessment, and attractive investment proposition
Focus on each level of market segmentation based on product approvals, launches, and current and anticipated market dynamics.
A general overview of the industry structure
Company profiles highlighting key information about the major players operating in the personal protective equipment market
Frequently Asked Questions:
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