ARC Initiates MarketMap Research on Electric Actuators

New MarketMap will assess supplier capabilities and competitive positioning in a rapidly evolving industrial actuation landscape.

ARC Advisory Group has initiated a new MarketMap research study on Electric Actuators, addressing the growing importance of electrically driven actuation systems in industrial automation and infrastructure applications. The MarketMap will provide a structured evaluation of leading suppliers, benchmarking their capabilities, strategies, and market positioning to help end users and suppliers better understand competitive dynamics and technology direction.

Electric actuators are increasingly central to automation, electrification, and digital transformation initiatives across process industries. ARC’s MarketMap will deliver decision-grade insights into how suppliers are responding to changing operational requirements, regulatory pressures, and evolving customer expectations.

Market Context and Significance

Industrial companies are under sustained pressure to improve efficiency, reliability, and sustainability while operating with leaner workforces and aging assets. As a result, electric actuators are gaining traction as alternatives to pneumatic and hydraulic systems, particularly where precise control, remote operation, and digital integration are required.

Key industries adopting electric actuators include oil and gas, chemicals, power generation, water and wastewater, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals. Across these sectors, electric actuation supports modernization initiatives by enabling tighter process control, reducing dependence on compressed air or hydraulic infrastructure, and improving visibility into asset health.

Defining the Technology

In this MarketMap, electric actuators are defined as electrically driven systems used for automated on/off and modulating control of industrial valves. These systems convert electrical energy into controlled mechanical motion, enabling reliable and precise operation in industrial, utility, and infrastructure environments.

The scope of the research includes actuators across multiple dimensions: torque capacity (light-duty and heavy-duty), motion type (multi-turn, quarter-turn, and linear), control mode (on/off and modulating), and revenue category (hardware, software, and services). The study covers global markets and a broad range of process industries.

Market Drivers and Industry Adoption

Several factors are accelerating adoption of electric actuators. Growing popularity of electronic actuation, embedded software, and connectivity is improving performance, diagnostics, and lifecycle economics. At the same time, end users are prioritizing solutions that reduce maintenance, support remote operation, and integrate seamlessly with modern control and asset management systems.

However, adoption varies by application. Environmental conditions, safety and certification requirements, and legacy system constraints continue to influence technology selection. ARC’s research will examine where electric actuators deliver the strongest value proposition and how suppliers are addressing performance, reliability, and integration challenges.

ARC MarketMap Perspective

The ARC MarketMap for Electric Actuators will evaluate suppliers using a consistent framework that assesses product and technology capabilities, deployment readiness, industry focus, ecosystem partnerships, and strategic vision. The analysis will highlight areas of differentiation, identify gaps in supplier offerings, and provide clarity on market maturity and direction.

By combining primary research, supplier briefings, and ARC’s industry expertise, the MarketMap will help end users make informed technology decisions and enable suppliers to benchmark themselves against peers.

“The electric actuator market is evolving steadily as industrial companies place greater emphasis on electrification, digital integration, and lifecycle performance,” said Kiran Chavan, Senior Analyst, ARC Advisory Group. “While the market remains fragmented across applications and industries, competitive differentiation is increasingly shaped by software, diagnostics, and system integration capabilities. This MarketMap will help stakeholders understand where the market is today and how it is likely to develop.”

Call for Supplier Participation

ARC invites suppliers of electric actuators and related technologies to participate in this MarketMap research. Participation includes structured data submission, analyst briefings, and the opportunity to be evaluated for inclusion in the MarketMap.

Suppliers interested in participating should contact ARC Advisory Group for detailed participation guidelines and timelines.

About ARC Advisory Group

ARC Advisory Group is the leading technology research and advisory firm for industry, infrastructure, and cities. ARC analysts have the industry knowledge and firsthand experience to help clients find the best answers to complex business issues. ARC provides technology supplier clients with strategic advice and market research support to guide product and market development. ARC advises end user clients on technology selection, operational performance, and digital transformation strategies.