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Machinery & Equipment Global LM Guide Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

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  • 26 September, 2025
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  • 117 Pages
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  • Machinery & Equipment

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global LM Guide market size was valued at US$ 2272 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 3446 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 5.8% during review period.
LM Guide consists of two parts: guide rail and guide block. The guide rail is generally made of steel or aluminum, while the guide block is generally composed of sliders, slides and other components. The positioning and motion control of the work piece are achieved by sliding on the guide rail. LM Guide is widely used in Machine Tool, Injection Molding Machine, Semiconductor and LCD Production Equipment, Factory Automation, Automotive, Warehouse Logistics and Material Handling and other fields.
The global LM (Linear Motion) Guide market is experiencing steady growth, driven by increasing demand from various industrial sectors such as automation, machine tools, semiconductors, and electronics manufacturing. LM Guides, essential components that enable precise linear motion in machinery, are widely used in industrial equipment to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and productivity. According to market data, the industry is dominated by key players such as Hiwin, THK, IKO Nippon Thompson, NSK, and Bosch Rexroth, with the top five companies collectively accounting for approximately 72% of the market share. Among them, THK and Hiwin are recognized as the global leaders in LM Guide production and supply, offering a wide range of products to meet diverse industrial needs.
Asia-Pacific represents the largest market for LM Guides, holding a share of about 63%, primarily due to the region’s advanced manufacturing ecosystem, high demand for industrial automation, and expanding semiconductor production. Countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan are driving growth in the region, supported by robust industrial infrastructure and strong investment in smart manufacturing. Additionally, Europe and North America collectively account for around 35% of the global market, with demand concentrated in high-precision industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturing. The growing trend of Industry 4.0 and factory automation in these regions is expected to further boost the adoption of LM Guides in the coming years.
In terms of product type, Ball LM Guides currently dominate the market, accounting for around 63% of the total share. Ball LM Guides are widely preferred due to their low friction, high precision, and cost-efficiency, making them ideal for applications in CNC machinery, semiconductor production, and industrial robots. Additionally, Roller LM Guides, which offer higher load capacity and rigidity, are gaining popularity in heavy-duty industrial applications. With the growing demand for high-performance and energy-efficient machinery, manufacturers are increasingly adopting advanced LM Guides to improve operational efficiency.
Moving forward, several key trends are expected to shape the LM Guide market. Firstly, the growing demand for high-precision machining and automation solutions, particularly in the electronics and semiconductor industries, will continue to drive market growth. Secondly, the integration of LM Guides with smart sensor technology to enable real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance is likely to gain traction, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime. Thirdly, the push toward energy-efficient manufacturing and lightweight machinery is prompting manufacturers to innovate and develop LM Guides with reduced weight, higher load capacity, and increased durability.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global LM Guide market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global LM Guide market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global LM Guide market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global LM Guide market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global LM Guide market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and ASP (US$/Unit), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for LM Guide
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global LM Guide market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Hiwin, THK, IKO, Schaeffler, NSK, Bosch Rexroth, PMI, Schneeberger, Timken Company, Altra Motion (Regal Rexnord), etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
LM Guide market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Ball LM Guide
Roller LM Guide
Others
Market segment by Application
Machine Tools
Injection Molding Machines
Semiconductor and LCD Production Equipment
Factory Automation
Other Production Facilities
Automotive
Warehouse Logistics and Material Handling
Others
Major players covered
Hiwin
THK
IKO
Schaeffler
NSK
Bosch Rexroth
PMI
Schneeberger
Timken Company
Altra Motion (Regal Rexnord)
TBI MOTION
Hanjiang Machine Tool
Shandong Best Precision
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe LM Guide product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of LM Guide, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of LM Guide from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the LM Guide competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the LM Guide breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and LM Guide market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of LM Guide.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe LM Guide sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.


1 Market Overview

  • 1.1 Product Overview and Scope
  • 1.2 Market Estimation Caveats and Base Year
  • 1.3 Market Analysis by Type
    • 1.3.1 Overview: Global LM Guide Consumption Value by Type: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
    • 1.3.2 Ball LM Guide
    • 1.3.3 Roller LM Guide
    • 1.3.4 Others
  • 1.4 Market Analysis by Application
    • 1.4.1 Overview: Global LM Guide Consumption Value by Application: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
    • 1.4.2 Machine Tools
    • 1.4.3 Injection Molding Machines
    • 1.4.4 Semiconductor and LCD Production Equipment
    • 1.4.5 Factory Automation
    • 1.4.6 Other Production Facilities
    • 1.4.7 Automotive
    • 1.4.8 Warehouse Logistics and Material Handling
    • 1.4.9 Others
  • 1.5 Global LM Guide Market Size & Forecast
    • 1.5.1 Global LM Guide Consumption Value (2020 & 2024 & 2031)
    • 1.5.2 Global LM Guide Sales Quantity (2020-2031)
    • 1.5.3 Global LM Guide Average Price (2020-2031)

2 Manufacturers Profiles

  • 2.1 Hiwin
    • 2.1.1 Hiwin Details
    • 2.1.2 Hiwin Major Business
    • 2.1.3 Hiwin LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.1.4 Hiwin LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.1.5 Hiwin Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.2 THK
    • 2.2.1 THK Details
    • 2.2.2 THK Major Business
    • 2.2.3 THK LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.2.4 THK LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.2.5 THK Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.3 IKO
    • 2.3.1 IKO Details
    • 2.3.2 IKO Major Business
    • 2.3.3 IKO LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.3.4 IKO LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.3.5 IKO Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.4 Schaeffler
    • 2.4.1 Schaeffler Details
    • 2.4.2 Schaeffler Major Business
    • 2.4.3 Schaeffler LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.4.4 Schaeffler LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.4.5 Schaeffler Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.5 NSK
    • 2.5.1 NSK Details
    • 2.5.2 NSK Major Business
    • 2.5.3 NSK LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.5.4 NSK LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.5.5 NSK Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.6 Bosch Rexroth
    • 2.6.1 Bosch Rexroth Details
    • 2.6.2 Bosch Rexroth Major Business
    • 2.6.3 Bosch Rexroth LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.6.4 Bosch Rexroth LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.6.5 Bosch Rexroth Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.7 PMI
    • 2.7.1 PMI Details
    • 2.7.2 PMI Major Business
    • 2.7.3 PMI LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.7.4 PMI LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.7.5 PMI Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.8 Schneeberger
    • 2.8.1 Schneeberger Details
    • 2.8.2 Schneeberger Major Business
    • 2.8.3 Schneeberger LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.8.4 Schneeberger LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.8.5 Schneeberger Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.9 Timken Company
    • 2.9.1 Timken Company Details
    • 2.9.2 Timken Company Major Business
    • 2.9.3 Timken Company LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.9.4 Timken Company LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.9.5 Timken Company Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.10 Altra Motion (Regal Rexnord)
    • 2.10.1 Altra Motion (Regal Rexnord) Details
    • 2.10.2 Altra Motion (Regal Rexnord) Major Business
    • 2.10.3 Altra Motion (Regal Rexnord) LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.10.4 Altra Motion (Regal Rexnord) LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.10.5 Altra Motion (Regal Rexnord) Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.11 TBI MOTION
    • 2.11.1 TBI MOTION Details
    • 2.11.2 TBI MOTION Major Business
    • 2.11.3 TBI MOTION LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.11.4 TBI MOTION LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.11.5 TBI MOTION Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.12 Hanjiang Machine Tool
    • 2.12.1 Hanjiang Machine Tool Details
    • 2.12.2 Hanjiang Machine Tool Major Business
    • 2.12.3 Hanjiang Machine Tool LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.12.4 Hanjiang Machine Tool LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.12.5 Hanjiang Machine Tool Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.13 Shandong Best Precision
    • 2.13.1 Shandong Best Precision Details
    • 2.13.2 Shandong Best Precision Major Business
    • 2.13.3 Shandong Best Precision LM Guide Product and Services
    • 2.13.4 Shandong Best Precision LM Guide Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
    • 2.13.5 Shandong Best Precision Recent Developments/Updates

3 Competitive Environment: LM Guide by Manufacturer

  • 3.1 Global LM Guide Sales Quantity by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
  • 3.2 Global LM Guide Revenue by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
  • 3.3 Global LM Guide Average Price by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
  • 3.4 Market Share Analysis (2024)
    • 3.4.1 Producer Shipments of LM Guide by Manufacturer Revenue ($MM) and Market Share (%): 2024
    • 3.4.2 Top 3 LM Guide Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
    • 3.4.3 Top 6 LM Guide Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
  • 3.5 LM Guide Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
    • 3.5.1 LM Guide Market: Region Footprint
    • 3.5.2 LM Guide Market: Company Product Type Footprint
    • 3.5.3 LM Guide Market: Company Product Application Footprint
  • 3.6 New Market Entrants and Barriers to Market Entry
  • 3.7 Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations

4 Consumption Analysis by Region

  • 4.1 Global LM Guide Market Size by Region
    • 4.1.1 Global LM Guide Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
    • 4.1.2 Global LM Guide Consumption Value by Region (2020-2031)
    • 4.1.3 Global LM Guide Average Price by Region (2020-2031)
  • 4.2 North America LM Guide Consumption Value (2020-2031)
  • 4.3 Europe LM Guide Consumption Value (2020-2031)
  • 4.4 Asia-Pacific LM Guide Consumption Value (2020-2031)
  • 4.5 South America LM Guide Consumption Value (2020-2031)
  • 4.6 Middle East & Africa LM Guide Consumption Value (2020-2031)

5 Market Segment by Type

  • 5.1 Global LM Guide Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 5.2 Global LM Guide Consumption Value by Type (2020-2031)
  • 5.3 Global LM Guide Average Price by Type (2020-2031)

6 Market Segment by Application

  • 6.1 Global LM Guide Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 6.2 Global LM Guide Consumption Value by Application (2020-2031)
  • 6.3 Global LM Guide Average Price by Application (2020-2031)

7 North America

  • 7.1 North America LM Guide Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 7.2 North America LM Guide Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 7.3 North America LM Guide Market Size by Country
    • 7.3.1 North America LM Guide Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
    • 7.3.2 North America LM Guide Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
    • 7.3.3 United States Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 7.3.4 Canada Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 7.3.5 Mexico Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

8 Europe

  • 8.1 Europe LM Guide Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 8.2 Europe LM Guide Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 8.3 Europe LM Guide Market Size by Country
    • 8.3.1 Europe LM Guide Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.2 Europe LM Guide Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.3 Germany Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.4 France Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.5 United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.6 Russia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 8.3.7 Italy Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

9 Asia-Pacific

  • 9.1 Asia-Pacific LM Guide Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 9.2 Asia-Pacific LM Guide Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 9.3 Asia-Pacific LM Guide Market Size by Region
    • 9.3.1 Asia-Pacific LM Guide Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.2 Asia-Pacific LM Guide Consumption Value by Region (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.3 China Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.4 Japan Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.5 South Korea Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.6 India Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.7 Southeast Asia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 9.3.8 Australia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

10 South America

  • 10.1 South America LM Guide Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 10.2 South America LM Guide Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 10.3 South America LM Guide Market Size by Country
    • 10.3.1 South America LM Guide Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
    • 10.3.2 South America LM Guide Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
    • 10.3.3 Brazil Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 10.3.4 Argentina Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

11 Middle East & Africa

  • 11.1 Middle East & Africa LM Guide Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
  • 11.2 Middle East & Africa LM Guide Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
  • 11.3 Middle East & Africa LM Guide Market Size by Country
    • 11.3.1 Middle East & Africa LM Guide Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
    • 11.3.2 Middle East & Africa LM Guide Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
    • 11.3.3 Turkey Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 11.3.4 Egypt Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 11.3.5 Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
    • 11.3.6 South Africa Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

12 Market Dynamics

  • 12.1 LM Guide Market Drivers
  • 12.2 LM Guide Market Restraints
  • 12.3 LM Guide Trends Analysis
  • 12.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
    • 12.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 12.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 12.4.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 12.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
    • 12.4.5 Competitive Rivalry

13 Raw Material and Industry Chain

  • 13.1 Raw Material of LM Guide and Key Manufacturers
  • 13.2 Manufacturing Costs Percentage of LM Guide
  • 13.3 LM Guide Production Process
  • 13.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis

14 Shipments by Distribution Channel

  • 14.1 Sales Channel
    • 14.1.1 Direct to End-User
    • 14.1.2 Distributors
  • 14.2 LM Guide Typical Distributors
  • 14.3 LM Guide Typical Customers

15 Research Findings and Conclusion

    16 Appendix

    • 16.1 Methodology
    • 16.2 Research Process and Data Source

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