DATAPOINT
6,245 units is the estimate by Power Systems Research of the number of rollers to be produced in North America (U.S., Canada and Mexico) during 2021.
This information comes from industry interviews and from two proprietary databases maintained by Power Systems Research: EnginLink™ , which provides information on engines, and OE Link™, a database of equipment manufacturers.
Market Share: With 48.5% of total units produced, U.S. based Wacker Neuson leads in production of Rollers in North America. In second position is Caterpillar’s combined plant totals of 21%; third, is Volvo Construction with 15.5%.
Export: Collectively, up to 50% worldwide.
Trends: In 2020, production of Rollers in North America dropped 31.5%, but production is expected to rebound 16% in 2021 over 2020. The decline in 2020 is solely based on COVID-19 related factors that impacted the global supply chain. There are material shortages (parts/supplies), shipping issues (moving goods is slow paced), material prices increased and workforce matters (due to company shutdowns or can’t find workers).
With supply chain problems gradually being resolved, the 2021 increase is also attributed to the launching and demand for new, more versatile products, along with the stabilization of the overall economy, mostly regarding the housing/construction markets. The demand for rental machinery is also on the rise.
Many new models are boasting increased fuel efficiency that are desirable to operate. Tandem drum vibratory rollers account for nearly half of all compactors produced and sold each year that range from 5-8 metric tons. Expect the production of rollers in NA to increase an additional 10% by 2025. PSR
Carol Turner, is Senior Analyst, Global Operations, for Power Systems Research
