Electromagnetic Flowmeter Market – Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Product (In-line Magnetic Flowmeters, Low Flow Magnetic Flowmeters, Insertion Magnetic Flowmeters), By Application (Water & Wastewater, Chemicals & Petrochemicals, Power Generation, Metals & Mining, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage), By Region, and By Competition 2021-2031F

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 3.08 Billion
CAGR (2026-2031)	6.04%
Fastest Growing Segment	In-line Magnetic Flowmeters
Largest Market	North America
Market Size (2031)	USD 4.38 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Electromagnetic Flowmeter Market will grow from USD 3.08 Billion in 2025 to USD 4.38 Billion by 2031 at a 6.04% CAGR. The Electromagnetic Flowmeter is a volumetric flow measurement device that utilizes Faraday's Law of Induction to determine the flow rate of electrically conductive liquids within closed pipes. The market is primarily driven by the increasing necessity for precise water and wastewater management to ensure regulatory compliance and efficient resource distribution. Additionally, the widespread adoption of industrial automation in sectors such as chemical processing and food manufacturing further supports the demand for these robust, low-maintenance instruments.

While the long-term outlook remains positive, recent industrial performance has shown signs of volatility affecting capital investments. According to the AMA Association for Sensors and Measurement, in the third quarter of 2024, revenue in the sensor and measurement sector declined by ten percent compared to the same period in the previous year. This contraction highlights the market's sensitivity to broader economic conditions. However, one significant challenge specifically impeding the technical expansion of electromagnetic flowmeters is their inability to measure non-conductive fluids, such as hydrocarbons, which limits their adoption in the oil and gas industry.

Key Market Drivers

The increasing global demand for efficient water and wastewater management solutions acts as a primary catalyst for the electromagnetic flowmeter market, driven by the urgent need to mitigate non-revenue water and ensure regulatory compliance. Governments and utilities are channeling substantial capital into modernizing aging infrastructure and expanding distribution networks, necessitating the high-precision volumetric tracking that these instruments provide. This investment surge is underscored by major national initiatives; according to the Press Information Bureau, February 2025, the Government of India allocated Rs 67,000 crore to the Jal Jeevan Mission in the Union Budget 2025-26 to achieve universal potable water coverage. Such funding directly translates into equipment procurement. Furthermore, in developed markets, regulatory bodies are mandating extensive capital improvements. According to Ofwat, December 2024, in the 'PR24 Final Determinations', the regulator approved a record £104 billion investment package for water companies in England and Wales for the 2025-2030 period, signaling a massive influx of capital into network monitoring and resilience projects.

Technological advancements in battery-powered and wireless smart flowmeters are simultaneously propelling market growth by overcoming the installation limitations of traditional wired systems. These innovations allow operators to deploy electromagnetic flowmeters in remote or difficult-to-access locations within advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) networks, significantly reducing civil engineering costs. The shift toward intelligent, data-centric instrumentation is reflected in the commercial performance of key industry players. According to Badger Meter, October 2025, in the 'Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results', utility water sales increased by 14 percent year-over-year, a growth trajectory attributed largely to the accelerated adoption of their smart water management solutions. This trend highlights the critical role of connectivity and remote diagnostics in driving the next phase of technical adoption across the global flowmeter landscape.

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Key Market Challenges

The primary technical impediment restricting the Global Electromagnetic Flowmeter Market is the instrument's inherent inability to measure non-conductive fluids. These devices function based on Faraday's Law of Induction, which strictly requires the fluid to have sufficient electrical conductivity to generate a readable voltage signal. This operational prerequisite renders them ineffective for measuring hydrocarbons, distilled water, and many non-aqueous chemical solvents. Consequently, this limitation creates a substantial barrier to entry in the lucrative oil and gas sector, where non-conductive media such as crude oil and refined fuels are predominant.

This exclusion from high-value energy applications forces industrial operators to favor alternative metering technologies, such as Coriolis or ultrasonic flowmeters, for hydrocarbon applications. The magnitude of the industrial activity that this segment fails to fully capture is significant. According to the VDMA (Mechanical Engineering Industry Association), in 2024, incoming orders in the chemical plant engineering sector reached a volume of 2.39 billion euros. While this figure indicates robust capital expenditure within the process industries, the electromagnetic flowmeter market cannot fully leverage this investment potential due to its incompatibility with the non-conductive fluids frequently processed within these heavy industrial facilities.

Key Market Trends

The Advancement of In-Situ Self-Verification and Smart Diagnostics is reshaping maintenance strategies by allowing operators to validate instrument performance without process interruption. Modern electromagnetic flowmeters now incorporate embedded circuitry to monitor electrode integrity and magnetic field strength, crucial for sectors like pharmaceuticals where sterile process continuity is paramount. This capability significantly reduces operational expenditure by minimizing the frequency of wet calibrations and enabling condition-based maintenance. The growing industrial reliance on such lifecycle-enhancing technologies is evident in the commercial performance of key automation leaders. According to Honeywell, February 2025, in the 'Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results', the Process Solutions segment grew 3 percent organically, a performance driven significantly by the continued strength in lifecycle solutions and services that leverage these advanced device diagnostics.

The Integration of Industrial IoT and Wireless Communication Protocols is simultaneously transforming flowmeters from passive sensors into active nodes within plant-wide control networks. Industrial facilities are increasingly adopting protocols like Ethernet-APL to facilitate high-speed data exchange directly with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), enabling real-time loop optimization and predictive analytics beyond simple volume totalization. This trend is accelerating particularly within heavy process industries seeking to digitize their production assets for tighter quality control. This shift towards integrated automation infrastructure is reflected in recent capital commitments; according to Yokogawa, May 2025, in the 'Presentation Materials of Financial Results for Fiscal Year 2024', orders in the control segment increased by 7.7 percent excluding foreign exchange effects, signaling a robust expansion in the deployment of connected industrial instrumentation.

Segmental Insights

The In-line Magnetic Flowmeters segment currently stands as the fastest-growing category within the global market, primarily due to rising demand across municipal water and wastewater treatment facilities. These instruments are preferred for their high accuracy and non-intrusive design, which minimizes pressure drop while measuring conductive fluids. This expansion is significantly supported by rigorous environmental protocols enforced by entities like the Environmental Protection Agency, which necessitate precise effluent monitoring to prevent pollution. As industries prioritize sustainable water management and strict regulatory adherence, the adoption of in-line configurations continues to outpace other measurement alternatives.

Regional Insights

North America currently holds the largest share of the global electromagnetic flowmeter market, driven primarily by stringent environmental mandates regarding water and wastewater management. Regulatory frameworks established by the United States Environmental Protection Agency compel municipal and industrial facilities to implement precise flow monitoring solutions to ensure compliance with discharge standards. Furthermore, the established presence of the oil, gas, and chemical sectors in the United States and Canada fuels consistent demand for reliable process instrumentation. This combination of regulatory compliance and industrial automation requirements secures North America’s position as the dominant regional market.

Recent Developments

• In September 2024, McCrometer announced a strategic collaboration with Hach to market a comprehensive portfolio of flow measurement solutions for the municipal water and wastewater sectors. Under this partnership, McCrometer rebranded several of its key electromagnetic flow products, including the Ultra Mag and FPI Mag, as Hach’s Flow Solutions by McCrometer. This initiative combines the company's expertise in flow instrumentation with Hach's leadership in water quality analysis to provide utilities with integrated tools for effective resource management. The collaboration focuses on delivering accurate flow data to support regulatory compliance and operational efficiency for municipal customers.
• In August 2024, ABB unveiled a next-generation portfolio of electromagnetic flow meters, streamlining its offerings into two primary product lines: ProcessMaster and AquaMaster. The company developed these new meters on a unified technology platform that emphasizes modularity and built-in IoT connectivity. This strategic update allows industrial and utility customers to interchange sensors and transmitters easily, reducing inventory complexity and total cost of ownership. The launch aims to future-proof operations by providing a clear upgrade path for digital integration, enabling users to access real-time data for improved process control and leak detection.
• In June 2024, TeeJet Technologies launched the FM9380-F75, a new electromagnetic flow meter designed specifically for agricultural application equipment. The company engineered this device with a clean-sheet design that contains no moving parts, thereby eliminating maintenance requirements and the risk of clogging. The flow meter features a wide operating range that balances low-flow performance with the ability to handle high flow rates without significant pressure loss. Optimized for conducting fluids, the unit remains unaffected by changes in fluid viscosity, density, or temperature, providing reliable precision for modern spraying systems.
• In April 2024, Badger Meter announced that its ModMAG M2000 and M5000 electromagnetic flow meters had received MCERTS certification, validating their use for regulatory monitoring in the United Kingdom. The company subjected these devices to comprehensive laboratory and field testing to ensure they met the strict performance standards set by the UK Environment Agency for wastewater applications. This certification confirms that the meters provide the accuracy and reliability required for monitoring liquid flow in trade and sewage effluent. By securing this approval, the company enables industrial and utility customers to ensure compliance with environmental regulations regarding wastewater discharge.

Key Market Players

• ABB Ltd.
• Azbil Corporation
• Endress+Hauser AG
• Emerson Electric Co.
• Toshiba Corporation
• Honeywell International Inc.
• KROHNE Messtechnik GmbH
• Omega Engineering Inc.
• Siemens AG
• Yokogawa Electric Corporation

By Product	By Application	By Region
In-line Magnetic Flowmeters Low Flow Magnetic Flowmeters Insertion Magnetic Flowmeters	Water & Wastewater Chemicals & Petrochemicals Power Generation Metals & Mining Oil & Gas Food & Beverage	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Electromagnetic Flowmeter Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

• Electromagnetic Flowmeter Market, By Product:

• In-line Magnetic Flowmeters
• Low Flow Magnetic Flowmeters
• Insertion Magnetic Flowmeters

• Electromagnetic Flowmeter Market, By Application:

• Water & Wastewater
• Chemicals & Petrochemicals
• Power Generation
• Metals & Mining
• Oil & Gas
• Food & Beverage

• Electromagnetic Flowmeter Market, By Region:

• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• France
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Germany
• Spain
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
• South Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE