Market Dynamics:

The Global Emergency Eyewash and Safety Shower Station Market Was Valued At USD 378.4 Million And Is Expected To Reach USD 522 Million By 2030 And Is Projected To Grow At A CAGR Of 4.7% From 2023 To 2030.
An Emergency Eyewash and Safety Shower Station is a device designed to wash off chemicals from workers. It is located in indoor or outdoor locations to minimize the risk of chemical contamination and prevent injuries and accidents caused by chemicals, flammable materials and air pollutants. Outdoor emergency showers and eyewash stations feature removable, self-draining overhead nozzles. According to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, installed portable safety showers and eyewash stations must be capable of delivering no less than 0.4 gallons of clean water per minute. They must be within 55 feet of a potential hazard and must arrive within 10 seconds.

Market Dynamics:

Key Drivers: Strong emphasis on safety and precautions will stimulate market expansion

The global market for emergency showers and eyewash stations is expected to be driven by the growing importance of following strict safety protocols. This is helped by regular checks by government agencies, which encourage people to follow protocols. As a result of global urbanization, modernization, and other big changes, the number of processes that make these changes possible has grown a lot. For example, research and development on different biological processes, the creation of vaccines and drugs, and an analysis of future risks.

To speed up industrialization, there is a rising need for more chemical and hydrocarbon refineries. Since these industries are growing at an exponential rate, the job rate has also gone up a lot. Some of the most dangerous and complicated dangerous substances are used in these heavy businesses. Due to the growing number of people who work at these facilities, the risk of accidents is at an all-time high. This means that regulatory bodies need to put in place strict protocols to avoid any kind of disaster. According to the WHO, more than 65,000 deaths were caused by chemical mishaps, such as when chemicals were spilled or leaked. The global market is expected to grow as a result of more attempts to cut down on population.

Restraints: Reduced product awareness will restrain market expansion

Small and medium-sized businesses don't know much about emergency showers and eye wash stations. This could be because there aren't enough companies that make them or because government rules aren't strict enough. In some cases, the effects of being exposed to dangerous chemicals can be seen over time, while in other cases, the effects can be seen right away. In these situations, workers might not follow the process because they don't know what the long-term effects will be or because they don't have the right tools on the job site. This could slow down the growth of the global market.

Opportunities: The growing oil and gas business will provide opportunities for growth

The oil and gas business is one of the most valuable industries in the world. It is one of the things that can make or break the economy of a country. Oil and gas are used a lot in almost every industry, and there is a growing need for a steady supply of these resources everywhere. To keep up with the growing demand, there are more and more oil plants where workers are constantly exposed to harmful products. All oil, gas, or related companies are required to build decontamination stations to keep workers safe. The growth of the field is likely to give the global market more chances to grow as well.

Challenges: Regulations that aren't followed and set-up costs that are too high will slow market growth.

Due to a lack of adherence to standard procedure in many growing economies, there have been many accidental spills of dangerous substances on sites around the world. This, along with the high cost of installing equipment, makes it hard for many small businesses to follow safety rules. If the safety of workers and the general public isn't taken into account, these kinds of accidents could slow the growth of the global market.

Application insights:

By application, the global market for emergency eye wash stations is split into hospitals, dust workshops, chemical plants, fire scenes, and other places. In terms of revenue share, the hospital category led the whole market in 2015. This is because diseases like trachoma and other eye problems that need to be treated quickly with an eye wash solution are becoming more common. Over the next few years, the chemical plant area is expected to grow in a way that will be good for business. This is because companies are becoming more aware of their responsibility to protect the health and safety of their workers at work. Also, strict government rules about worker safety will increase demand for products in this field over the next few years.

Regional Insights:

The report estimates revenue growth at the worldwide, regional, and country levels and delivers an analysis of the recent industry trends in each sub-segment from 2017 to 2030.
Asia Pacific is expected to dominate the global emergency showers and eyewash stations market during the forecast period. Surging eye injury cases in industrial, chemical, and construction industries and presence of a large number of chemical companies are driving the market in this region. Governments of several countries in the Asia Pacific region are implementing stringent regulations to enhance workplace health and safety. Growth in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries is also likely to drive the demand for emergency showers and eyewash stations in the coming years. Frontline workers, healthcare professionals, patients and pharmaceutical processors in these industries are at high risk of exposure to chemicals.
Scope of Report:

Key vendors:

• HUGHES
• Guardian Equipment
• Speakman
• Bradley
• Encon Safety Products
• CARLOS
• Sellstrom
• Shanghai Bohua
• Wenzhou Growth
• Shanghai Taixiong
• Shanghai Daao

• HUGHES

Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), a pioneer in satellite and multi-transport technologies and networks since 1971, offers broadband equipment and services, managed services with smart, software-defined networking, and end-to-end network operation for millions of consumers, businesses, governments, and communities around the world. HughesNet, their most popular Internet service, connects millions of people in the Americas, and the Hughes JUPITERTM System gives tens of millions of people around the world access to the Internet. Hughes provides more than half of the world's major satellite operators, in-flight service providers, mobile network operators, and military customers with satellite terminals.

• Guardian Equipment

Guardian Equipment makes the most emergency eyewash and shower goods of any company in the world. Its Chicago facility, which is state-of-the-art and LEED gold-certified, makes the most reliable tools in the world. Guardian has worked hard for the past 40 years to set a level of excellence that can't be beat. Its competitors can't match how much it cares about its work, its workers, and its customers.

• Speakman

Speakman made the first modern shower in the United States in 1869. The company makes plumbing supplies and emergency tools that work well and are of good quality. People use Speakman showers and faucets every day in their homes, and guests at high-end hotel and vacation chains like Wynn and Marriott prefer them. Speakman emergency showers, eyewashes, and industrial faucets and valves are used in a wide range of places, from hotels and hospitals to schools and factories. Goods are stocked by a number of partners, such as Amazon, Ferguson, Grainger, HD Supply, Home Depot, and Lowes. These partners sell the goods to both the public and the trade. 

• Encon Safety Products

Encon does a lot of research and development to improve and add to the wide range of safety goods it makes. The Swing-Away Eyewash, which won an award, and the updated SAF-T-FLO system are two instances of new products from Encon that show the commitment to excellence in design and innovation. All government and industry rules are met by the goods because we stick to strict, exacting standards. The markets include the chemical process industry, the manufacturing of equipment, pulp and paper mills, construction, labs, and the processing of pharmaceuticals, electronics, public utilities, and the production of primary metals.

• Sellstrom

The Schaumburg, Illinois-based Sellstrom Manufacturing Company has been a top maker of safety gear for people for 90 years. In the beginning, the main product was a green "eyeshade" that cut down on glare both indoors and outdoors. The first buyers were barbers, people who worked in offices, and people who went on picnics.

Over time, the company made more goods, like sunglasses, motorcycle goggles, and lenses for taillights, flashlights, and other things. With the start of World War II, all of Sellstrom's products, like welding helmets, face shields, welding goggles, and more, were used for the war effort.

Industry Developments:

• In November 2021- Honeywell International has discovered a commercially viable technology to repurpose low-grade plastic waste into refinery-friendly oil.
• In April 2019- Justrite Safety Group has acquired Florida-based Accuform Manufacturing, Inc. (Accuform). The company is a leading manufacturer of facility security identification products, including hang tags, tags, labels, 5S/Lean products, lockout tagout equipment and more.
• In 2021, Haws Corporation, a leading manufacturer of emergency eyewash and shower equipment, announces the release of the new AXION Advantage system. The new system features a redesigned eyewash head, providing first responders with a more comfortable, effective and user-friendly experience.
• In 2021, Bradley Corporation, a supplier of plumbing fixtures and bathroom accessories, acquired Keltech, Inc., a manufacturer of electric tankless water heaters. The acquisition will allow Bradley to expand its emergency safety shower product line and offer customers a broader range of safety solutions.
• In 2020, Speakman Company, a supplier of emergency eyewash and shower equipment, introduced the new GravityFlo portable eyewash system. This system is designed for use in remote locations or areas without a fixed eye wash station and provides up to 15 minutes of continuous flow.

Market Segmentation:

By Types:

• Vertical Eye Wash Station
• Combination Eye Wash Station
• Wall-Mounted Eye Wash Station
• Portable Eye Wash Station
• Safety Shower Station
• Laboratory Bench Mounted Eye Wash Station

By Applications:

• Chemical Industry
• Electronic Industry
• Pharmaceutical
• Oil & Gas
• Others

Regional Insights:

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • Rest of North America
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • UK
  • Nordic Countries
    • Denmark
    • Finland
    • Iceland
    • Sweden
    • Norway
  • Benelux Union
    • Belgium
    • The Netherlands
    • Luxembourg
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia-Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Southeast Asia
    • Indonesia
    • Thailand
    • Malaysia
    • Singapore
    • Rest of Southeast Asia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
• The Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Egypt
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of Latin America

Conclusion:

Emergency showers and eye wash stations are safety tools that help get rid of dangerous chemicals right away. The first few seconds after someone is introduced to a dangerous substance are very important for their health. This is especially important with corrosive chemicals like hydrogen peroxide, sodium hydroxide, bromine, and other things that can damage other things when they touch them. If the person who was exposed waits too long to get help, it could hurt their health and, in many cases, kill them.

This equipment is an important part of the building process for any building that deals with dangerous materials. Emergency showers and eyewash stations are required in places where people may be exposed to deadly or dangerous products like chemicals, radioactive substances, oils, etc., so research facilities, oil and gas units, and chemical industries are some of the biggest users of the products. Even if you follow strict rules and wear the right safety gear, there is always a chance and risk of being exposed to dangerous chemicals.