Steel grating is an open grid assembly of metal bars, which is extensively used in multiple applications owing to its low maintenance requirements and corrosion resistance. Steel gratings have a substantial load-bearing capacity and hence are used in flooring applications. The wide range of steel grating applications include manhole covers, stair treads, handrails, platforms, drainage covers, trench covers, and walkways. Rapid industrialization in emerging countries such as India, China, Brazil, and Japan as well as growing spending on infrastructure development by governments provide lucrative growth opportunities to the steel grating market players. In 2019, Asia Pacific contributed the largest share to the global steel grating market. The market growth in this region is primarily attributed to upsurge in the middle-class population, coupled with growth in urbanization. The rising demand for steel grating in Asia Pacific has attracted the manufacturers to establish their operations in the region.
The US, India, Brazil, Russia, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, Germany, Colombia, Argentina, and Mexico are among the most affected countries in terms of COVID-19 cases and reported deaths as of March 2021. COVID-19 has affected various industries in the world due to lockdowns, travel bans, and business shutdowns. The manufacturing industry is suffering serious disruptions in the form of supply chain breaks, technology events cancellations, and office shutdowns due of this outbreak. The lockdown of various plants and factories in regions such as North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Middle East and Africa is affecting the global supply chains and negatively impacting the manufacturing, delivery schedules, and sales of various goods. In addition, global travel bans imposed by countries in Europe, Asia, and North America are affecting business collaborations and partnership opportunities. These factors are negatively impacting the manufacturing of medical, defense, and electronic goods. The disruptions in manufacturing activities are limiting the growth of the steel grating market.
Steel gratings are extensively used in the building platforms, stair treads, drainage covers, walkways, and trench covers in industrial environments. Owing to a substantial load-bearing capacity, they are used in flooring applications. These gratings are slip-resistant as well as easy to install and maintain. Steel gratings have extensive use in the building and construction industry. Platform steel gratings are the new building materials that are primarily being used in the construction of boilers and power plants, as well as in shipbuilding, chemicals, and petrochemicals industries, among others. Increase in population and continuous advancements in industries such as construction have positively impacted steel grating market. Steel grating is widely used in the manufacturing of automobile parts as well as in stair treads and handrails in numerous industries; moreover, the grating exhibits low maintenance needs. Thus, the wide application of steel grating in industries such as building and construction, automobiles, and oil & gas is the key factor fueling the steel grating market growth.
Based on material type, the steel grating market is segmented into stainless steel grating, carbon steel grating, and aluminum steel grating. The stainless steel grating segment led the market with the largest share in 2019. Stainless steel has good stiffness, strength, durability, and wear and corrosion resistance properties. It is used as one of the key constituents in industrial machinery and electronics, wherein high wear and corrosion resistance is a key consideration. Stainless steel grating is called as industrial-grade bar grating. Furthermore, different stainless steel grades are normally available for stainless steel grating, with more common grades being less expensive. Increasing use of stainless steel grating in chemical processing, water treatment, food processing, oil and gas producing, and outdoor industries supports the stainless steel grating market growth.
Based on surface type, the steel grating market is segmented into plain steel grating and serrated steel grating. The plain steel grating segment led the market in 2019. Plain steel grating is made from aluminum steel bars, carbon steel bars, and stainless steel bars. Plain steel grating can be divided into different types such as welded plain steel grating, swage-locked plain steel grating, press-locked plain steel grating, and riveted plain steel grating. It is also called smooth surface grating, which is the most extensively used type of grating in almost all applications.
Based on application, global steel grating market is segmented into stair treads, walkways, platforms, security fence, drainage covers, trench covers, and others. The stair treads segment led the global steel grating market in 2019. Stair treads usually constitute low-carbon steel, aluminum steel, and stainless steel gratings. They are built to have excellent chemical stability and hence can be used in corrosive and harsh environments. Stair treads are available for both industrial and commercial applications, and can be installed in factories or parks for permanent or temporary use. Different types of steel grating-based stair treads include press-locked stair treads, welded stair treads, swage-locked stair treads, and riveted stair treads. The features such as easy installation, good ventilation, slip and corrosion resistance, low maintenance cost, and high strength and load carrying capacity are leading to the growth of the market for stair tread segment.
Alabama Metal Industries Corporation; Grating Pacific; Interstate Gratings; Kraty Mostostal Kraków SP. Z O.O.; Lichtgitter GmbH; Lionweld Kennedy Flooring Ltd; Polimex-Mostostal SA; Gebrüder MEISER GmbH; Nucor Corporation; Ohio Gratings Inc.; P&R Metals, Inc.; Roto B.V.; Valmont Industries, Inc.; Indiana Gratings Inc; and Marco Specialty Steel, Inc. are among the major players operating in the steel grating market. These companies offer their products in multiple countries in the world, which helps them to serve a wider customer base. They are highly focused on the development of high-quality and innovative products. The steel grating market players are highly involved in strategies such as mergers and acquisitions, and product launches. For Instance, in 2020, Lichtgitter announced its plans to expand its production area of its facility in Houston (Texas, US) by building additional offices, with an ultimate goal to increase the production capacity.
The regional trends and factors influencing the Steel Grating Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Steel Grating Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
| Report Attribute | Details |
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| Market size in 2019 | US$ 77.49 Billion |
| Market Size by 2027 | US$ 138.7 Billion |
| Global CAGR (2019 - 2027) | 7.6% |
| Historical Data | 2017-2018 |
| Forecast period | 2020-2027 |
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| Regions and Countries Covered | North America
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| Market leaders and key company profiles |
The Steel Grating Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
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Major Companies operating in the Steel Grating Market are:
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.
The List of Companies - Global Steel Grating Market
Stainless steel has good stiffness, wear, and corrosion resistance properties. Stainless steel is widely used steel grating materials. The stainless steel components that are employed in stainless steel grating possess high wear & corrosion stability. Stainless Steel is mainly applied to industrial machinery, electronics, and the industry, where good wear and corrosion resistance are essential. Stainless steel grating is called as industrial-grade bar grating and is strong, durable, and corrosive resistant for all load-bearing applications. It is majorly used for pedestrian and light vehicle traffic. Furthermore, different stainless steel grades are normally available for stainless steel grating, with lower costs for more common grades. Increasing use of stainless steel grating in chemical processing, water treatment, food processing, oil and gas producing, and outdoor industries is expected to drive the stainless steel grating segment growth.
The major players operating in the global steel grating market are Alabama Metal Industries Corporation; Grating Pacific ; Interstate Gratings; Kraty Mostostal Kraków SP. Z O.O. ; Lichtgitter GmbH ; Lionweld Kennedy Flooring Ltd ; Polimex-Mostostal SA ; Gebrüder MEISER GmbH ; Nucor Corporation ; Ohio Gratings Inc.; P&R Metals, Inc. ; Roto B.V. ; Valmont Industries, Inc.; Indiana Gratings Inc; Marco Specialty Steel, Inc. and among others.
In 2019, Asia Pacific held the largest share of the global steel grating market. The Asia Pacific encompasses a massive amount of opportunities for the growth of steel grating. The region has surfaced as one of the prominent markets for the utilization of steel grating. China are India are the major contributors for the market. The rising demand for steel grating in the Asia Pacific region has attracted the manufacturers to establish their presence in the region that has further fueled the demand for the steel grating market in the Asia Pacific. This shift has fueled the growth of the market in the region.