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The commercialization of mortuary equipment due to the growing demand for cadavers is one of
the primary drivers that are gaining momentum in the market. Legal proceedings and forensic
procedures have led several manufacturers to introduce equipment and tools that are specific for
storing, transporting or carrying out autopsy of corpses. Moreover, the rising number of road
accidents and work-related accidents has resulted in the need for better transportation and
handling of bodies. This has compelled the manufacturers to design novel and innovative products.
The mortuary equipment market was led by the Americas in 2015, accounting for more than 36%
share of the overall revenue of the market. The Americas dominated the mortuary equipment
market due to the implementation of guidelines and regulations that highlight the importance of
well-equipped mortuary facilities. These strict regulations have led to the increase in installation
and use of several mortuary equipment in hospitals, research laboratories, and funeral homes.
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Based on product, the mortuary equipment market is classified as refrigeration units, freezers,
cadaver lifts, cadaver trolleys, autopsy platforms and equipment, embalming workstation,
dissection table and so on. The mortuary “refrigeration units” equipment segment dominated the
market and is anticipated to grow in the coming years. Mortuary refrigerators include temporary
refrigerators and body freezers which cost much more than other products in the mortuary
equipment market. Based on application, the mortuary equipment market is classified as forensics,
research & academics, cultural and so on. The “research & academics” segment is expected to lead
the market with a total market share of more than 54% by 2020. The major end users for this
segment are universities, medical colleges and healthcare, and pharmaceutical companies.
An increase in the number of schools and universities worldwide will lead to an augmented demand
for cadavers which will, in turn, support in this segment’s growth during the forecast period. Based
on geography, the mortuary equipment market is classified as Middle East & Africa, Latin America,
Europe, Asia Pacific and North America. North America captured the largest share in 2015.
Dominance of the region is attributed to factors such as availability of a large number of private