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Stringent Regulations Driving North American Firefighter PPE Market, 2020–2024 Updated Research Available
Future Growth Potential Enhanced by Growth Opportunities in PPE Decontamination
The North American firefighter personal protective equipment (PPE) market generated revenues of $830.7 million in 2019. The high firefighting PPE adoption in North America resulted from stringent National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations and higher adoption of technologically advanced PPE.
With the rise in a decontamination trend, manufacturers are increasingly developing firefighter PPE with enhanced washability features. Increasing wildland fires have propelled manufacturers to introduce products focusing on light weight and comfort for long-duration wear. The introduction of connected PPE is coupled with enhanced analytical capabilities to boost the growth of next-generation, technologically advanced PPE in the region.
The US dominated the market in 2019 with an 83.9% ($697.2 million) revenue market share in the region. Canada’s firefighter PPE revenue was $133.5 million in 2019. Both the US and Canada have high penetration of voluntary firefighters, accounting for high acceptance of firefighter PPE at affordable prices.
The self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) product segment is expected to have the highest technological innovation, with increasing adoption of telemetry, telecommunication, and global positioning systems (GPS). These add-on technologies are to improve performance and protect users from potential hazards. SCBA is expected to record the highest growth rate, at 2.9%, from 2019–2024.
Turnout gear innovations focus on developing lightweight turnout gear and introducing hoods to protect firefighters from carcinogenic particles while providing increased protection from thermal (heat) and fire glare and improved cleanability.
Among fire helmet categories, type A fire helmets are the most preferred because of the preference for traditional-style helmets. The type B jet-style helmet has a relatively low penetration rate. However, it is expected to witness higher adoption in the forecast period owing to better ergonomic fit, light weight, and better inherent protection of the neck. Leather fire helmets are still in use in North America. However, their adoption rate is much lower than technologically advanced composite helmets constructed from lightweight polymers and other plastics, as well as metal (including brass, nickel, and aluminum) helmets.
Fire gloves commonly use polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), e.g., TeflonTM for moisture control because it repels water and is heat resistant. Fire gloves with nano-polymers, which enable touch screen usage, are expected to gain prominence in the future. Leather fire gloves with better friction grip and puncture resistance are growing in popularity. Although rubber fire gloves provide 100% washability, they are becoming less popular because of their lower moisture control and fire protection compared to leather fire gloves.
In the fire boots category, leather fire boots inherently offer flexibility, resistance against chemicals, and superior cut protection compared to rubber boots, making them more acceptable than the latter. Lightweight, flexible, and military style fire boots are expected to drive future growth in this product segment.
Notable acquisitions and mergers include 3M and MSA’s acquisitions of Scott Safety and Globe, respectively, in 2017.
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The Impact of the Top Three Strategic Imperatives on the North American Firefighter PPE Market
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Key Findings
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Firefighter PPE Market Scope of Analysis
Firefighter PPE Market Segmentation
Firefighter PPE Market Segmentation (continued)
Key Growth Metrics for Firefighter PPE Market
Distribution Channels for Firefighter PPE Market
Growth Drivers for Firefighter PPE Market
Growth Restraints for Firefighter PPE Market
Forecast Assumptions—Firefighter PPE Market
Key Competitors for the Firefighter PPE Market
Market Trends—Firefighter PPE Market
Product and Technology Trends—Firefighter PPE Market
Product and Technology Trends—Firefighter PPE Market (continued)
Cancer Risk Concerns—Mitigation Strategy, and Impact on the Firefighter PPE Market
Standards and Regulations—Firefighter PPE Market
Standards and Regulations—Firefighter PPE Market (continued)
Revenue Forecast and Growth Rate—Firefighter PPE Market
Revenue Forecast by Product—Firefighter PPE Market
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Revenue Forecast Analysis—Firefighter PPE Market
Competitive Environment—Firefighter PPE Market
Revenue Share—Firefighter PPE Market
Revenue Share Analysis—Firefighter PPE Market
Key Growth Metrics for Fire Helmets
Revenue and Unit Shipment Forecast—Fire Helmet
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Percent Revenue Forecast by Product Type—Fire Helmet
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Key Growth Metrics for SCBA
Revenue and Unit Shipment Forecast—SCBA
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Pricing Forecast Analysis—SCBA
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Key Growth Metrics for Turnout Gear
Revenue and Unit Shipment Forecast—Turnout Gear
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Pricing Forecast Analysis—Turnout Gear
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Revenue Share Analysis—Turnout Gear
Key Growth Metrics for Fire Gloves
Revenue and Unit Shipment Forecast—Fire Gloves
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Pricing Forecast Analysis—Fire Gloves
Revenue and Unit Shipment Forecast Analysis—Fire Gloves
Competitive Environment—Fire Gloves
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Revenue Share Analysis—Fire Gloves
Key Growth Metrics for Fire Boots
Revenue and Unit Shipment Forecast—Fire Boots
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Unit Shipment Forecast by Country—Fire Boots
Percent Revenue Forecast by Product Type—Fire Boots
Pricing Forecast Analysis—Fire Boots
Revenue and Unit Shipment Forecast Analysis—Fire Boots
Competitive Environment—Fire Boots
Revenue Share—Fire Boots
Revenue Share Analysis—Fire Boots
Growth Opportunity 1: Technological Innovation and Data Analytics in Firefighting to Drive Future Growth
Growth Opportunity 1: Technological Innovation and Data Analytics in Firefighting to Drive Future Growth (continued)
Growth Opportunity 2: Stringent NFPA Requirements to Boost the Growth of Firefighter PPE Market
Growth Opportunity 2: Stringent NFPA Requirements to Boost the Growth of Firefighter PPE Market (continued)
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