Pocket Sorter Research:CAGR of 4% during the forecast period

QY Research Inc. (Global Market Report Research Publisher) announces the release of 2025 latest report "Pocket Sorter- Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2025-2031". Based on current situation and impact historical analysis (2020-2024) and forecast calculations (2025-2031), this report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Pocket Sorter market, including market size, share, demand, industry development status, and forecasts for the next few years.

The global market for Pocket Sorter was estimated to be worth US$ 388 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 510 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 4.0% during the forecast period 2025-2031.

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Pocket Sorter Market Summary

Pocket sorter is a kind of efficient automatic sorting equipment. It uses hanging bags as bearing units and runs at high speed on overhead rails to realize automatic storage, buffering, transportation and sorting of packages, clothing and other articles.

According to the new market research report "Global Pocket Sorter Market Report 2025-2031", published by QYResearch, the global Pocket Sorter market size is projected to grow from USD 387.91 million in 2024 to USD 510 million by 2031, at a CAGR of 4% during the forecast period.

Figure00001. Global Pocket Sorter Market Size (US$ Million), 2024-2031
Pocket Sorter

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Table. Global Pocket Sorter Main Manufacturers

Headquarter

Company

Business Introduction

Switzerland

Ferag

Ferag AG is a leading global supplier of intralogistics and conveyor systems. The company is renowned for its efficient material handling, buffering, sorting, and automated control technologies. Its products are widely used in e-commerce warehousing, postal services, retail distribution, food and manufacturing logistics, and other fields. Representative systems include the Skyfall overhead sorting system and the Denisour automated sorting line.

German

DFT

DFT is a manufacturer specializing in material handling and sorting systems. Its main business covers providing overhead conveyor and sorting systems and serialization solutions for industries such as apparel, e-commerce, automotive, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. Recently, it launched the modular "Push Tray Sorter" platform, which supports rapid integration, digital twin simulation, and efficient order processing.

Austria

Knapp

KNAPP AG is a global provider of logistics automation solutions. Since its foundation in 1952, the company has focused on providing intelligent warehousing systems, automated sorting and conveying equipment, and software platforms for the retail, food, pharmaceutical, apparel, and manufacturing industries, offering one-stop delivery from system planning, design, and implementation to after-sales service.

Austria

TGW Logistics

TGW Logistics is a global systems integrator specializing in warehouse automation, providing integrated logistics solutions ranging from electromechanical systems, robotics, and control systems to software, serving a wide range of industries including fashion retail, FMCG, industrial, and consumer goods.

Netherlands

Vanderlande

Vanderlande is a leading global supplier of automated logistics systems. It focuses on providing conveyor systems, sorting technologies, and intelligent control software solutions for airport baggage handling, e-commerce and parcel sorting, and warehouse automation, with customers located in major aviation hubs and logistics companies worldwide.

German

SCHÖNENBERGER

SCHÖNENBERGER Systeme GmbH is an automated material flow systems company that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and servicing internal logistics and transportation solutions, ranging from manual trolley systems to fully automated overhead conveyor systems, covering production, warehousing, and sorting processes.

German

Beumer Group

BEUMER Group is a logistics company that specializes in designing and manufacturing material handling, loading, unloading, palletizing, packaging, sorting and distribution systems, serving a wide range of industries including bulk and parcel cargo, airport baggage, e-commerce, postal and warehousing.

German

SSI Carrier

SSI SCHAEFER Group is a global family-owned company and a leading provider of warehouse logistics solutions. The company designs, manufactures, and implements automated warehouse systems, conveyor-sorting equipment, racking and containers, warehouse management software, and related services, covering multiple industries including food retail, fashion apparel, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, and industrial manufacturing.

German

PSB

PSB is a family-owned business specializing in providing customized, integrated intralogistics systems for manufacturing and distribution scenarios. Its core businesses encompass automated warehousing, high-speed shuttle systems, sorting and handling equipment, overhead/ground conveyor systems, and autonomous control software, offering a one-stop delivery service from planning and design to installation, commissioning, and lifecycle maintenance.

USA

Dematic

Dematic is a leading global supplier and a member of the KION Group, providing integrated automation equipment, software, and services for manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution centers. Its core businesses cover automated storage and retrieval systems, conveying, sorting, robotic picking systems, and warehouse execution software, dedicated to optimizing supply chains, improving order processing efficiency, and maximizing space utilization.

Above data is based on report from QYResearch: Global Pocket Sorter Market Report 2025-2031 (published in 2025). If you need the latest data, plaese contact QYResearch.

Pocket Sorter:

Upstream: Primarily includes suppliers of key components such as motors, sensors, conveyor belts, control systems, and structural steel, as well as automation control technologies.

Midstream: The manufacturing and system integration of pocket sorter, encompassing equipment design, assembly, software algorithms, visual recognition, control scheduling, and supporting logistics automation systems.

Downstream: Application areas include e-commerce warehousing, express logistics centers, postal sorting, retail distribution, cross-border e-commerce, and internal logistics in manufacturing.

Overall, upstream technology maturity and cost determine equipment performance and price, midstream integration capabilities affect the level of system intelligence, and downstream demand is the core driving force for the expansion of the pocket sorter market.

Main Drivers:

The pocket sorter market is driven by multiple factors. The explosive growth of e-commerce is the core engine, the ever-increasing volume of parcels places rigid demands on sorting efficiency and accuracy. Manual sorting can no longer cope with this pressure, making automation solutions an inevitable choice. The continuous rise in labor costs and the difficulty in recruiting workers have prompted companies to seek technology to replace human labor, thereby achieving cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and stable operation. Technological advancements have provided the foundation for widespread adoption. Advanced sensors, machine vision, and intelligent algorithms have significantly improved the recognition accuracy and operating speed of sorting machines, enabling them to adapt to more complex scenarios. Enterprises have a strong demand for intelligent upgrades to their logistics supply chains. As a key node, pocket sorters can seamlessly connect to warehouse management systems, achieving data interconnection and optimizing overall operational processes. The volatility and personalization trends of market demand require sorting systems to be highly flexible. Pocket sorters demonstrate significant advantages in handling soft parcels of different sizes and shapes. Furthermore, society's increasing focus on green logistics and sustainable development means that efficient automated sorting helps reduce errors and duplicate transportation, thereby reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions, which aligns with companies' long-term development strategies.

Main Obstacles:

The main obstacles to pocket sorters lie in the initial investment and overall operating costs. The high one-time purchase and system integration fees place significant financial pressure on many businesses, especially small and medium-sized logistics companies that may find this upfront investment difficult to afford. Their application requires specific site conditions; the large equipment occupies considerable operating space and has specific standards regarding floor load-bearing capacity and height, which limits their modification and application in existing sites. Technological complexity is also a key challenge. Stable operation of the sorting machine relies on high-precision sensors, reliable mechanical structures, and intelligent recognition algorithms; any malfunction can lead to system downtime, placing high demands on the technical capabilities of the maintenance team. When dealing with oversized, irregular, or soft packages with special materials, the sorting machine's recognition accuracy and grasping success rate may decrease, exhibiting certain limitations in adaptability. Furthermore, integrating the sorting machine into existing workflows is not easy; embedding the sorting machine into existing workflows requires matching corresponding automation interfaces and management systems, which may lead to changes in work patterns and personnel adjustments. While pocket sorters offer long-term labor savings, the short return on investment period and ongoing maintenance costs, such as replacement of consumable parts and system upgrades, still require careful consideration by companies when making decisions. These factors collectively constitute the obstacles that pocket sorters need to address and overcome in their widespread adoption.

Industry Development Opportunities:

The pocket sorter industry is experiencing unprecedented development opportunities. Its core driving force comes from the continued expansion of e-commerce and the logistics industry's relentless pursuit of maximum efficiency. The massive volume of parcels being processed has transformed automated sorting from an option into a necessity. The mature application of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine vision is significantly improving the recognition accuracy and adaptability of sorting machines, enabling them to handle more complex and irregular soft parcels and greatly expanding their application scenarios. The upgrading of manufacturing and the popularization of smart warehousing are injecting strong momentum into the industry. Companies are no longer satisfied with automation in a single link but are pursuing intelligent integration of the entire process. As a key node, the synergistic value of pocket sorters with AGVs, automated warehouses, and other equipment is becoming increasingly prominent. The booming development of emerging markets such as cross-border e-commerce, along with the urgent demand for flexible handling solutions in niche sectors like fresh produce and apparel, together constitute a massive incremental market. Clear policy support for intelligent manufacturing and the construction of modern logistics systems has created a favourable environment for the research, development, and application of related technologies and equipment. Against the backdrop of sustainable development becoming a global consensus, efficient sorting solutions that optimize routes and reduce waste are gaining increasing recognition for their green value. These positive factors are intertwined, jointly driving the pocket sorter industry towards a more intelligent, integrated, and widespread development.

The report provides a detailed analysis of the market size, growth potential, and key trends for each segment. Through detailed analysis, industry players can identify profit opportunities, develop strategies for specific customer segments, and allocate resources effectively.

The Pocket Sorter market is segmented as below:
By Company
Ferag-Skyfall
DFT
Knapp
TGW Logistics
Vanderlande
SCHÖNENBERGER
Beumer Group
SSI Carrier
PSB
Dematic

Segment by Type
Single-level Pocket Sorter
Multi-level Pocket Sorter

Segment by Application
Industrial
Commerial

Each chapter of the report provides detailed information for readers to further understand the Pocket Sorter market:

Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the Pocket Sorter report, global total market size (valve, volume and price). This chapter also provides the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry. (2020-2031)
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of Pocket Sorter manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc. (2020-2025)
Chapter 3: Provides the analysis of various Pocket Sorter market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments. (2020-2031)
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.(2020-2031)
Chapter 5: Sales, revenue of Pocket Sorter in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world..(2020-2031)
Chapter 6: Sales, revenue of Pocket Sorter in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.(2020-2031)
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc. (2020-2025)
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.

Benefits of purchasing QYResearch report:

Competitive Analysis: QYResearch provides in-depth Pocket Sorter competitive analysis, including information on key company profiles, new entrants, acquisitions, mergers, large market shear, opportunities, and challenges. These analyses provide clients with a comprehensive understanding of market conditions and competitive dynamics, enabling them to develop effective market strategies and maintain their competitive edge.

Industry Analysis: QYResearch provides Pocket Sorter comprehensive industry data and trend analysis, including raw material analysis, market application analysis, product type analysis, market demand analysis, market supply analysis, downstream market analysis, and supply chain analysis.

and trend analysis. These analyses help clients understand the direction of industry development and make informed business decisions.

Market Size: QYResearch provides Pocket Sorter market size analysis, including capacity, production, sales, production value, price, cost, and profit analysis. This data helps clients understand market size and development potential, and is an important reference for business development.

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