Automatic doors open and close on their own using sensors, timers, or remote controls. They may be found in a range of contexts, including as business buildings, houses, and automobiles. Automatic doors can be advantageous since they make it simpler for people to enter and depart a building while also helping to minimize energy expenses by keeping the structure better insulated. They can also be beneficial to persons who have mobility issues or disabilities. Due to these features, automatic doors are in high demand. According to OMR Research, the global automatic door market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.9% during the forecast period (2023-2029).
Key Market Drivers
Growing Construction Industry and Urbanization- A significant increase in the construction sector has emerged as one of the primary reasons driving market development in recent years. The hospitality industry, retail sectors, airports, manufacturing facilities, and malls are the key drivers of the market. These end-users are witnessing a significant growth, resulting in automatic door’s demand. For instance, NABCO, a well-known automatic door provider, stated that between 2020 and 2022, the company installed 202 sliding doors at the Incheon International Airport in South Korea. These doors were installed in terminal entrance, baby care room, immigration areas, waiting rooms, and others.
Innovation in Automatic Doors- The advancement of technology has had a tremendous influence on the whole automated door business. Innovative features such as bollards, lock and shutter systems, and boom barriers are being offered by prominent industry participants. Moreover, in December 2022, Ozone Overseas, a glass hardware company, added a range of products to its portfolio. Ozone expanded its Automated Door System offerings to include swing, telescopic, and panic break-out doors. To improve the look and operation of the doors, outliner profiles can now be applied, giving them the appearance of a frame while limiting air losses by reducing the distance between the door and fixed glass.
Maintains Hygiene- Door knobs are continuously handled in areas of high foot circulation. Automatic doors eliminate the need to touch a door handle, minimize the danger of cross contamination, and aid in the prevention of bacterial transmission among employees, customers, patients, and visitors in various settings.
Segments of the Market
The automatic door market is segmented by type and application. By type, the market is sub-segmented into sliding doors, revolving doors, swing doors, folding doors, and others. Based on application, the market is segmented into hospitals, airports, retail stores, hotels, office buildings and business centers, supermarkets, and others.
Recent Developments
Key companies in the market include NABCO, Al-Barrak industrial group, Auto Ingress India Pvt. Ltd., Dream Doors, DSS Automatic Doors Ltd., Entrance Solutions Ltd., GEZE India Pvt. Ltd., Gilgen Door Systems AG, GRUPSA Door Systems, Horton Automatics, Ltd., KBB Automatic Door Group, LANDERT Group AG, Ningbo OWNIC Technology Co., Ltd., Royal Boon Edam International, and Rubek Automatic Doors, among others. These companies are assisting in the market’s growth through various mergers and acquisitions, collaborations, new market launches, and others. Some of the recent developments in the market include-
• In July 2022, Allegion plc, a leading global provider of security products and solutions, completed the acquisition of Stanley Access Technologies LLC ("Access Technologies") and Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.’s automatic entrance solutions business assets for $900 million in cash through its subsidiaries. Access Technologies is a prominent North American producer, installer, and service provider of automated doors, especially in the US and Canada. Its diverse client base is concentrated in non-residential environments such as retail, healthcare, education, commercial offices, hospitality, and government.
• In May 2022, Horton Automatics introduced a significant advancement in automated sliding doors. The Horton ProSlide Series 2021 System is designed to deliver long life and silent operation in the most demanding commercial settings, as well as appealing slightlines and a wide range of finishes to suit any design. This model has an ECO option and a two-year limited warranty. This series can handle panels weighing up to 300 pounds.
• In April 2022, Horton Automatics launched its new FlexSlide Automatic Sliding Door. The door features hands-free and contactless pedestrian access and a heavy-duty drivetrain, which is ideal for educational, commercial, and institutional applications. The door is EPD-compliant.