Why is the aluminum rolling door growing rapidly in Asia?

1. Economic development and urbanization process
1.1 Asian economic growth drives construction demand
The rapid economic growth in Asia is an important driving force for the growth of demand for aluminum rolling doors. In recent years, the economies of many Asian countries and regions have maintained a high growth rate, such as China, India, and Southeast Asian countries. Taking China as an example, the GDP growth rate in 2023 is 5.3%, and India is 6.8%. The economic growth of these countries has driven the development of the construction industry. The increase in construction projects has directly driven the demand for building materials. Aluminum rolling doors, as an efficient and durable building material, are widely used in commercial and residential buildings.
Data support: In 2023, the scale of the construction market in Asia reached 1.2 trillion US dollars, an increase of 8.5% year-on-year, of which China’s construction market accounted for 40%, India’s construction market accounted for 15%, and Southeast Asia’s construction market accounted for 10%. The rapid development of the construction industry has provided a broad market space for aluminum rolling doors.
Industry application: The application of aluminum rolling doors in commercial buildings accounts for 60%, and the application in residential buildings accounts for 40%. Its corrosion resistance, fire resistance and aesthetics make it one of the preferred materials in construction projects.
1.2 Accelerated urbanization brings new construction projects
The acceleration of urbanization in Asia is another key factor in the growth of demand for aluminum roller shutter doors. The rapid development of urbanization has brought about a large number of new construction projects, including residential, commercial centers, industrial parks, etc. The demand for building materials in these projects has continued to increase. Aluminum roller shutter doors have become an important choice in construction projects due to their high efficiency, safety and environmental protection.
Data support: In 2023, the urbanization rate in Asia reached 55%, and it is expected to reach 60% by 2030. The acceleration of urbanization has brought about a large number of new construction projects. In China and India alone, the area of newly started construction projects in 2023 reached 1 billion square meters, a year-on-year increase of 15%.
Project type: Among these new construction projects, commercial buildings accounted for 45%, residential buildings accounted for 35%, and industrial buildings accounted for 20%. The application ratio of aluminum roller shutter doors in these projects exceeds 70%, especially in commercial buildings and residential buildings, where the application ratios reached 80% and 60% respectively.
Market demand: With the acceleration of urbanization, the market demand for aluminum roller shutter doors in Asia continues to grow. In 2023, the market size of aluminum rolling shutter doors in Asia will reach RMB 12 billion, a year-on-year increase of 10%. It is expected that by 2028, the market size will reach RMB 18 billion, with an annual compound growth rate of 8.5%.

2. Building regulations and standards
2.1 Requirements for rolling shutter doors in building regulations in Asia
The building regulations of many countries and regions in Asia have put forward clear requirements for the safety, fire resistance and durability of rolling shutter doors. These regulations provide norms and guarantees for the widespread application of aluminum rolling shutter doors.
China: China issued the “Safety Requirements for Rolling Shutter Doors” (GA/T 1499-2018) in 2018, which stipulates the terms, definitions, classifications, classifications, technical requirements, test methods and inspection rules for rolling shutter doors in terms of safety. This standard applies to the design, production, inspection and acceptance of rolling shutter doors to ensure that rolling shutter doors have sufficient safety and reliability during use. In addition, the industry standard “Rolling Doors and Windows” (JG/T 302-2022) also puts forward specific requirements for the performance and quality of rolling doors and windows, including applicable environment, snow load resistance, sunshade performance, impact resistance, etc.
India: India’s building regulations have strict requirements on the fire resistance and durability of rolling doors. According to the National Building Code of India (NBC), rolling doors must have a certain fire resistance level and can effectively prevent the spread of fire when a fire occurs. In addition, rolling doors must also meet requirements such as corrosion resistance and wind pressure resistance to adapt to India’s diverse climatic conditions.
Southeast Asian countries: The building regulations of Southeast Asian countries also stipulate the safety and fire resistance of rolling doors. For example, Thailand’s building regulations require that rolling doors must pass fire tests and have a certain fire resistance limit. Malaysia has made clear requirements for the anti-theft performance of rolling doors, stipulating that rolling doors must have a certain degree of anti-destruction ability.
2.2 Aluminum rolling shutter doors meet safety and energy-saving standards
Aluminum rolling shutter doors, due to their unique material properties and design advantages, can well meet the safety and energy-saving requirements of building regulations in Asia.
Safety:
Fireproof performance: Aluminum rolling shutter doors have good fireproof performance and can effectively prevent the spread of fire. According to the “Safety Requirements for Rolling Shutter Doors” (GA/T 1499-2018), the fire resistance limit of aluminum rolling shutter doors can reach more than 2 hours, which enables them to provide sufficient time for personnel evacuation and property protection in the event of a fire.
Anti-theft performance: Aluminum rolling shutter doors have high strength and hardness and good anti-theft performance. Its anti-theft level can be customized according to different needs, which can effectively prevent illegal intrusion.
Wind pressure resistance: The structural design of aluminum rolling shutter doors makes it have high wind pressure resistance and can withstand large wind forces. It is suitable for coastal areas and high-rise buildings.
Energy saving:
Thermal insulation performance: Aluminum rolling shutter doors can effectively reduce heat transfer and reduce building energy consumption by using thermal insulation materials and special structural design. For example, some aluminum rolling shutters adopt a double-layer structure with insulation materials in the middle, which has a significant insulation effect.
Sunshade performance: The aluminum rolling shutter has good sunshade performance, which can effectively block direct sunlight, reduce indoor temperature, and reduce the frequency of air conditioning use, thereby achieving energy saving.
Durability: The aluminum rolling shutter has strong corrosion resistance and long service life, which reduces the waste of resources and energy consumption caused by material replacement.
: GA/T 1499-2018 Rolling Door Safety Requirements
: Rolling Doors and Windows (JG/T302-2022)
: National Building Code of India (NBC)
: Requirements for Rolling Doors in Indian Building Code
: Requirements for Rolling Doors in Thai Building Code
: Requirements for Rolling Doors in Malaysian Building Code
: Anti-theft Performance of Aluminum Rolling Doors
: Wind Pressure Resistance of Aluminum Rolling Doors
: Thermal Insulation Performance of Aluminum Rolling Doors
: Sunshade Performance of Aluminum Rolling Doors
: Durability of Aluminum Rolling Doors

3. Consumer Preferences and Market Trends
3.1 Consumer Preferences for Aluminum Rolling Doors
Consumers’ preference for aluminum rolling doors is mainly reflected in their safety, aesthetics, durability and intelligent functions.
Safety: Consumers attach great importance to the safety performance of rolling doors, and aluminum rolling doors are favored for their high strength, fire resistance, and anti-theft properties. According to the survey, more than 80% of consumers give priority to the safety of rolling shutter doors when choosing them. For example, the fire resistance limit of aluminum rolling shutter doors can reach more than 2 hours, and the anti-theft level is high, which can effectively prevent illegal intrusion.
Aesthetics: The appearance design of aluminum rolling shutter doors is diverse and rich in colors, which can match various architectural styles. Consumers’ demand for aesthetics has also driven the market demand for aluminum rolling shutter doors. Data shows that about 70% of consumers believe that the appearance design of rolling shutter doors has an important impact on their purchasing decisions. The modern and simple design of aluminum rolling shutter doors makes them an ideal choice for commercial and residential buildings.
Durability: The corrosion resistance and long life of aluminum rolling shutter doors are the focus of consumers. Its service life can reach more than 20 years, reducing the frequency of maintenance and replacement. This durability not only reduces long-term costs, but also reduces resource waste.
Intelligent functions: With the development of science and technology, consumers’ demand for intelligent rolling shutter doors continues to increase. Intelligent rolling shutter doors have functions such as remote control, automatic sensing, and anti-theft alarm, which greatly improves the convenience and safety of use. According to market research, the market share of smart electric rolling doors reached 30% in 2023 and is expected to reach 50% by 2028.
3.2 Market Trends: Electrification and Intelligence
The aluminum rolling door market in Asia shows a clear trend of electrification and intelligence.
Electrification trend: Electric rolling doors are widely popular because of their convenient operation, safety and reliability. Its market share has increased year by year in Asia, accounting for 60% of the total market in 2023, and is expected to reach 70% by 2028. The rapid popularization of electric rolling doors is due to its wide application in commercial and residential buildings, especially in large shopping malls, parking lots and high-rise residential buildings.
Intelligence trend: Intelligence is a highlight of the current aluminum rolling door market. Many manufacturers have launched smart electric rolling doors with functions such as remote control, automatic sensing, and anti-theft alarm. In 2023, the market share of smart electric rolling doors reached 30%, and it is expected to reach 50% by 2028. These intelligent features not only improve the convenience of use, but also improve the safety and energy saving of buildings.

4. Technological progress and innovation
4.1 Technical improvement of aluminum rolling shutter doors
The technical improvement of aluminum rolling shutter doors is mainly reflected in the improvement of material performance, structural optimization and intelligent control.
Material performance improvement: The materials of aluminum rolling shutter doors are constantly upgraded. By adding materials such as composite rare earth, palygorskite and zirconium phosphate, the strength, toughness and corrosion resistance of aluminum alloys are significantly improved. For example, the rolling shutter doors made of new aluminum alloy materials have a 20% higher strength and 30% higher corrosion resistance than traditional materials, which extends the service life of rolling shutter doors in harsh environments by more than 5 years.
Structural optimization: The new aluminum rolling shutter door adopts a multi-layer composite pressure structure. Through hot pressing forming technology, the multi-layer aluminum sheet is tightly combined with the thermoplastic bonding layer, which enhances the overall stability and wind pressure resistance of the rolling shutter door. This structure not only improves the wind resistance of the rolling shutter door, but also makes it have better sealing performance when closed, effectively blocking air circulation and improving the insulation effect.
Intelligent control: With the development of the Internet of Things and intelligent control technology, aluminum rolling shutter doors have gradually realized intelligent control. Smart rolling doors are equipped with sensors, controllers, actuators and other equipment, which can realize functions such as automatic sensing, remote control and anti-theft alarm. For example, smart electric rolling doors can be remotely controlled through mobile phone applications, and users can operate the opening and closing of rolling doors anytime and anywhere. In addition, smart rolling doors also have automatic sensing functions, which can automatically open when people approach and automatically close after people leave, improving the convenience and safety of use.
4.2 Manufacturing process improvement and cost reduction
The manufacturing process of aluminum rolling doors has been continuously optimized, and through technological innovation and process improvement, production efficiency has been improved and cost has been reduced.
Manufacturing process optimization: The use of advanced hot pressing forming technology and automated production lines has improved production efficiency and product quality. For example, vacuum hot pressing forming technology can tightly combine multi-layer aluminum sheets and adhesive layers under high temperature and high pressure to produce high-strength and high-stability rolling doors. Automated production lines reduce manual operations, improve production efficiency and reduce production costs.
Cost reduction: By optimizing material formulas and production processes, raw material costs and production costs are reduced. For example, the use of composite materials and new adhesives not only improves the performance of rolling doors, but also reduces the use of raw materials. In addition, the introduction of automated production lines reduces labor costs and further reduces production costs. Data shows that through technological innovation and process improvement, the production cost of aluminum rolling doors has been reduced by 20%, which makes the product more competitive in the market.
Quality improvement: Advanced manufacturing technology and strict quality control system ensure the high quality and high performance of aluminum rolling doors. For example, the use of high-precision production equipment and strict quality inspection standards ensures that each rolling door meets the design requirements and safety standards. This not only improves the market recognition of the product, but also enhances consumers’ trust in aluminum rolling doors.

5. Policy support and market environment
5.1 Support for the construction industry by various countries’ policies
Governments of many countries and regions in Asia have given strong support to the construction industry, and these policies have provided a good market environment for the development of aluminum rolling doors.
China: The Chinese government has introduced a series of policies to promote the high-quality development of the construction industry. For example, the “14th Five-Year Plan for the Development of the Construction Industry” clearly proposes to promote the coordinated development of intelligent construction and building industrialization, and to improve the digitalization and intelligence level of the construction industry. This provides policy support for the intelligent application of aluminum rolling doors. In addition, the government also encourages enterprises to adopt green building materials through financial subsidies, tax incentives and other measures. Aluminum rolling shutter doors have gained a wider application space because of their environmental protection performance in line with policy requirements.
India: The Indian government regards infrastructure construction as a national development priority and plans to invest a lot of money in transportation, energy and urban infrastructure construction in the next few years. The implementation of these projects will directly drive the demand for aluminum rolling shutter doors. At the same time, the Indian government has also issued building energy-saving standards, requiring new buildings to use energy-saving materials and technologies. The thermal insulation performance of aluminum rolling shutter doors makes it an ideal building material.
Southeast Asian countries: Governments in Southeast Asia are also actively promoting urbanization and infrastructure construction. For example, the Thai government has launched the “Thailand 4.0″ strategy, focusing on the development of digital economy and smart cities. Under this strategy, Thailand’s investment in the construction industry has continued to increase, and aluminum rolling shutter doors, as an important part of smart buildings, have continued to grow in market demand. The Malaysian government encourages enterprises to adopt advanced building materials and technologies through tax incentives and loan support. Aluminum rolling shutter doors are favored by the market because of their high efficiency, safety and environmental protection.
5.2 Asian market openness to imported products
The Asian region is highly open to imported products, which provides convenient conditions for the market expansion of aluminum rolling doors.
Free trade agreements: Many countries and regions in Asia have participated in free trade agreements, such as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), which has reduced trade barriers and promoted the liberalization and facilitation of intra-regional trade. The implementation of RCEP has made the trade of aluminum rolling doors smoother among member countries, reduced import costs, and improved the market competitiveness of products.
Diversified market demand: The Asian region has a rapid economic development, and consumers’ demand for high-quality building materials is increasing. Imported aluminum rolling doors are popular in the market for their advanced technology and excellent performance. For example, Japan’s aluminum rolling doors have a high market share in the Asian market with their sophisticated craftsmanship and high-end design. In addition, South Korea’s aluminum rolling doors have also been recognized by consumers for their intelligent functions and environmental protection performance.
Policy support: Some Asian countries and regions have also introduced policies to support the import of high-quality building materials. For example, the Singapore government provides tax incentives and certification support for imported green building materials. This not only promotes the import of aluminum rolling doors, but also promotes the industry’s technological upgrading and product innovation.
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: Consumption of imported products in Asia continues to expand
: Japan’s aluminum rolling door market share in Asia
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: The impact of policy support on the aluminum rolling door market

6. Expansion of application areas
6.1 Growth of applications in commercial buildings
The application of aluminum rolling shutter doors in commercial buildings has grown rapidly, mainly due to its many advantages and the promotion of market demand.
Security requirements: Commercial buildings have extremely high security requirements, and the high strength, fire resistance and anti-theft performance of aluminum rolling shutter doors make them an ideal choice. Data shows that the fire resistance limit of aluminum rolling shutter doors can reach more than 2 hours, and the anti-theft level is high, which can effectively prevent illegal intrusion. These characteristics make its application in commercial buildings account for 80%.
Aesthetics and brand value: Commercial buildings pay attention to appearance design and brand image. The modern and simple design of aluminum rolling shutter doors can match various commercial building styles. Its appearance design is diverse and colorful. About 70% of consumers believe that the appearance design of rolling shutter doors has an important influence on their purchasing decisions. This not only improves the aesthetics of the building, but also enhances the brand image of commercial places.
Intelligent functions: With the development of science and technology, intelligent rolling shutter doors are more and more widely used in commercial buildings. Intelligent electric rolling shutter doors have functions such as remote control, automatic sensing, and anti-theft alarm, which greatly improves the convenience and safety of use. In 2023, the market share of smart electric rolling doors reached 30%, and it is expected to reach 50% by 2028. These smart features not only improve the operational efficiency of commercial buildings, but also enhance customer experience.
Energy saving and environmental protection: The operating costs of commercial buildings are high, and energy saving and environmental protection have become important considerations. Aluminum rolling doors can effectively reduce heat transfer and reduce the energy consumption of buildings by using insulation materials and special structural designs. Its thermal insulation performance is significant, which can reduce the frequency of air conditioning use and achieve energy saving effects. In addition, aluminum rolling doors have strong corrosion resistance and long service life, reducing resource waste and energy consumption caused by material replacement.
Market demand growth: With the rapid economic development and accelerated urbanization in Asia, commercial building projects are increasing. In 2023, the scale of the commercial building market in Asia reached 500 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 12%. The application ratio of aluminum rolling doors in commercial buildings exceeds 70%, especially in projects such as large shopping malls, office buildings and industrial parks, and its market demand continues to grow.
6.2 Application Potential in Residential Buildings
Aluminum rolling shutters have great application potential in residential buildings, mainly in terms of safety, aesthetics and durability.
Safety requirements: Residential buildings have high safety requirements, and the high strength, fire resistance and anti-theft performance of aluminum rolling shutters make them an ideal choice. Its fire resistance limit can reach more than 2 hours, and its anti-theft level is high, which can effectively prevent illegal intrusion. These characteristics make its application in residential buildings account for 60%.
Aesthetics and comfort: Residential buildings focus on aesthetics and living comfort. Aluminum rolling shutters have diverse appearance designs and rich colors, which can match various residential architectural styles. Its modern and simple design makes it an ideal choice for residential buildings. In addition, the thermal insulation performance of aluminum rolling shutters is significant, which can reduce heat transfer, reduce indoor temperature, and reduce the frequency of air conditioning use, thereby achieving energy saving.
Durability and maintenance cost: The corrosion resistance and long life of aluminum rolling shutters are its important advantages. Its service life can reach more than 20 years, reducing the frequency of maintenance and replacement. This durability not only reduces long-term costs, but also reduces resource waste.
Intelligent functions: With the development of science and technology, the application of intelligent rolling shutter doors in residential buildings is becoming more and more extensive. Intelligent electric rolling shutter doors have functions such as remote control, automatic sensing, and anti-theft alarm, which greatly improves the convenience and safety of use. In 2023, the market share of intelligent electric rolling shutter doors reached 30%, and it is expected to reach 50% by 2028. These intelligent functions not only improve the living experience of residential buildings, but also improve safety.
Market demand growth: With the acceleration of urbanization in Asia, residential construction projects are increasing. In 2023, the scale of the residential construction market in Asia reached 700 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 10%. The application ratio of aluminum rolling shutter doors in residential buildings reached 60%, especially in projects such as high-rise residential buildings and villas, and its market demand continued to grow.

7. Competition pattern and market potential
7.1 Competition status of Asian aluminum rolling shutter door market
The Asian aluminum rolling shutter door market is highly competitive, and the main participants include well-known domestic and foreign companies. According to market research, the main companies in the Asian aluminum rolling door market in 2023 are Hormann, ASSA ABLOY, Sanwa, Cookson, B&D Australia, Alpine, Lawrence, Best Roll-Up Door, Aluroll, Gliderol Garage Doors, Roller Doors, Victech Industry, Xufeng Door, Superlift, etc. These companies have their own advantages in market share, brand influence, technical strength and product quality.
Market share: International brands such as Hormann and ASSA ABLOY occupy a high share in the Asian market, and occupy a major share of the high-end market with their global brand influence and technical strength. Domestic companies such as Xufeng Door also have strong competitiveness in the mid- and low-end markets, and have gained a large market share through cost advantages and localized services.
Brand influence: International brands have advantages in brand awareness and reputation, and their products are widely recognized in many countries and regions in Asia. Domestic brands have gradually established a good brand image by continuously improving product quality and service levels.
Technical strength: International companies have invested heavily in technology research and development and innovation, and have advanced production technology and intelligent control technology. Domestic enterprises are also continuously increasing their investment in research and development, and improving their own technical level by introducing advanced foreign technology, equipment and management experience.
Product quality: The product quality of international brands is generally high and meets international standards and certifications. Domestic enterprises ensure that product quality reaches international standards through a strict quality control system.
7.2 Market Potential and Growth Forecast
The Asian aluminum rolling door market has huge growth potential and is expected to continue to maintain a high growth rate in the next few years.
Economic Growth and Urbanization: The continued economic growth and accelerated urbanization process in Asia will promote the development of the construction industry, thereby increasing the demand for aluminum rolling doors. It is expected that by 2030, the urbanization rate in Asia will reach 60%, which will bring a large number of new construction projects and provide broad space for the aluminum rolling door market.
Building Regulations and Standards: The building regulations of many countries and regions in Asia have put forward clear requirements for the safety, fire resistance and durability of rolling doors, which provides norms and guarantees for the widespread application of aluminum rolling doors. Aluminum rolling doors can meet these requirements well due to their unique material properties and design advantages, thus occupying an important position in the market.
Consumer preferences and market trends: Consumers’ preference for the safety, aesthetics, durability and intelligent functions of aluminum rolling shutters has driven the growth of the market. Electrification and intelligence are the main trends in the current market. It is expected that by 2028, the market share of intelligent electric rolling shutters will reach 50%.
Technological progress and innovation: The technical improvement and manufacturing process of aluminum rolling shutters have continuously improved their performance and quality, and gradually reduced their costs. This not only improves the market competitiveness of the products, but also provides technical support for the further expansion of the market.
Policy support and market environment: The governments of many countries and regions in Asia have given strong support to the construction industry and introduced a series of policies to promote the high-quality development of the construction industry. These policies provide a good market environment for the development of aluminum rolling shutters.
Application field expansion: The proportion of aluminum rolling shutters in commercial and residential buildings continues to increase, especially in large shopping malls, office buildings, industrial parks, high-rise residential buildings and villas. The market demand continues to grow.
In summary, the Asian aluminum rolling shutter market will maintain a high growth rate in the next few years, and the market potential is huge. Enterprises should seize market opportunities, increase technology research and development and market expansion efforts, and improve product quality and service levels to gain a favorable position in the fierce market competition.
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