Global Aluminum Doors And Windows Market

The doors market consists of sales of doors by entities (organizations, sole traders, and partnerships) that are used mainly to separate the interior spaces for privacy, security reasons, and others. Doors are hinged, movable barriers that control the atmosphere of the place by controlling the air drafts, increasing the visual appeal of the buildings. These are the most commonly used structures in any construction. The main material in doors is wood, glass, metal, composite, and plastic. The wood doors are normally made of frame and panel construction using natural wood, it may be softwood or hardwood. Exterior doors are usually made of hardwood for safety purposes in constructions. The doors operate at different mechanism such as swinging doors, sliding doors, folding doors, and overhead doors and have applications in non-residential and residential sectors. The global doors market size is expected to grow from $112.28 billion in 2021 to $123.21 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The global door market size is expected to grow to $182.18 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 10.3%. The rapid urbanization all over the globe is significantly contributing to the growth of the doors market. Urbanization refers to the population movement from rural to an urban setting and increasing human population densities in urban areas. Rising urbanization is increasing the demand for new residential and non-residential buildings which will further provide opportunities for the doors market expansion. For instance, according to the Department of Economic and Social Affairs, United Nations, 68% of the world’s population i.e. 2.5 billion people are projected to live in urban areas by 2050. Therefore, rapid urbanization all over the globe will drive the doors market. Technological advancements are a key trend gaining popularity in the doors market. Technological advancement is a discovery of knowledge that advances technology. Companies in the doors industry are developing new technologies for market growth. For instance, in April 2021, Assa Abloy, a Sweden-based company that offers products and services related to doors is developing automatic sliding digital displays doors by combining LG Electronics’ industry-leading organic light-emitting diode display technology. These doors will display images and videos using various technologies. In December 2021, Novatech Group, a Canada-based company that offers unique entrance doors acquired Sunview Patio Doors for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition helps the company to increase its production network in Canadian and American markets. Sunview Patio Doors is a Canada-based manufacturer of vinyl and aluminum doors using high-grade materials. Major players in the doors market are Allegion Plc, Andersen Corporation, ASSA ABLOY, JELD-WEN Inc., KONE Corporation, Masco Corporation, Masonite International Corporation, Pella Corporation, PGT, Simpson Door Company, American Automatic Doors Inc, Geze GmbH, Shakti Hormann Private Limited, Lixil Group Corporation, and Ply Gem Holdings Inc. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the doors market in 2021. The regions covered in the global doors market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the doors market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK and USA. The global doors market is segmented - 1) By Material: Wood, Glass, Metal, Composite, Plastic 2) By Mechanism: Swinging Doors, Sliding Doors, Folding Doors, Overhead Doors 3) By Application: Non-Residential, Residential

The energy-efficient windows market consists of sales of energy-efficient windows by entities (organizations, sole traders, and partnerships) that are used to prevent the escape of conditioned air from buildings and homes. The energy efficient windows come in range of frame materials and styles and are made of two or three glass panes sealed in a single unit, surrounded by a frame made from unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (uPVC), wood, or any other material. The main operating types of energy efficient windows market include awning, casement, double hung, fixed, hopper, and sliding. The awning energy efficient windows swing open from the bottom up which are operated by cranking a handle, while pushing the bottom of the sash out, providing excellent ventilation while keeping rainwater out. The different energy efficient windows components include frame, glass and hardware. The different energy efficient windows glazing type include double glazing, triple glazing and other glazing types. The applications of energy efficient windows include new construction, renovation and reconstruction for end-users including residential and non-residential. The global energy efficient windows market size is expected to grow from $10.47 billion in 2021 to $11.35 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The global energy efficient window market size is expected to grow to $15.04 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 7.3%. Increasing environmental awareness and the widespread adoption of green buildings are expected to propel the growth of the energy-efficient windows market. Green buildings have adopted the practice of creating structures and using processes to create environmentally, responsible, and resource-efficient from beginning to the end of the construction of the building. These energy-efficient buildings provide a significant reduction of the energy required for heating and cooling, independent of the energy and the equipment that will be chosen to heat or cool the building. For instance, according to EnergyStar, a USA-based government-backed symbol for energy efficiency, in the year 2020, nearly 6,500 commercial buildings earned the ENERGY STAR, saving $1.6 billion and more than 5 million metric tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions were avoided. Therefore, increasing environmental awareness and the widespread adoption of green buildings are driving the growth of the energy efficient windows market. Increasing research and development in the energy-efficient windows is a key trend in the energy-efficient windows equipment market. Stakeholders in the market are focusing on developing efficient windows, which are capable of reducing wastage and energy consumption. For instance, in 2020, at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, researchers have developed a 'smart' energy-efficient window, which is around 30% more energy-efficient than commercially available low-emissivity (energy-efficient) glass. It has been made by placing hydrogel-based liquid within glass panels and found that it can reduce up to 45% of energy consumption in buildings in simulations, compared to traditional glass windows. In January 2020, Saint-Gobain S.A., a France-based manufacturing company has acquired Continental Building Products for a deal amount of approximately $1.4 billion. The acquisition is expected to broaden Saint-Gobain’s asset portfolio and enhance its ability to provide a wider customer base with innovative solutions by increasing its presence in regions in the United States. Continental Building Products is a USA-based construction company that specializes in manufacturing of energy-efficient windows, gypsum wallboard, joint compound, residential, and commercial services. Major players in the energy efficient windows market are YKK AP America Inc., Buiders first source, JELD-WEN Holding Inc., Deceuninck NV, PGT Inc., Anderson Corporaion, Saint-Gobain, Ply Gem Residential Solutions, Schott AG, The Rehau group, VKR Holding A/S, SoftLite Windows & Doors, ATRIUM WINDOWS & DOORS, Kolbe & Kolbe Millwork Co. Inc., Masco Corporation, Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd and China Glass Holdings Limited North America was the largest region in the energy efficient windows market in 2021. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing market in the global energy efficient windows market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the global energy efficient windows market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the energy efficient windows market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The global energy efficient windows market is segmented - 1) By Operating Type: Awning, Casement, Double-Hung, Fixed, Hopper, Sliding 2) By Component: Frame, Glass, Hardware 3) By Glazing Type: Double Glazing, Triple Glazing, Others 4) By Application: New Construction, Renovation and Reconstruction 5) By End-User: Residential, Non-Residential

The anti-fog coatings market consists of sales of anti-fog coatings by entities (organizations, sole traders, and partnerships) that are used in the application for inhibiting the condensation of the water and preventing fogging on the surface. These are used to reduce glare, improve transmission, and enhance durability and abrasion resistance. The anti-fog coating is applicable on the products such as dive masks, goggles, car windows, bathroom back-painted glasses, kitchen backsplash, and other various applications. The main types of products in antifog coatings are foggy guard coating (FGC) and defog coating (DFC). Foggy guard coating (FGC) involves super-hydrophilic nano-coating and has features such as high washing stability, long-lasting anti-fog properties and single component, air drying, and ready-to-use materials. The various substrates include acrylic, glass, PET, polycarbonate, and polyamide. These are used by the various end-users such as helmet visors and face shields, flat polycarbonate sheets, commercial freezer windows, and automobile anti-fog led headlights. The global anti-fog coatings market size is expected to grow from $15.13 billion in 2021 to $15.97 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The global anti-fog coatings market is expected to reach $17.71 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 2.6%. Increasing demand for anti-fog coatings from the military is expected to drive the growth of the anti-fog coatings market going forward. The military is related to soldiers intended for warfare. The anti-fog coatings developed for the military are used for eye protection, and visual clarity and provide climate control applications to eliminate fog, steam, and frost enhancing the optical clarity. For instance, according to data published by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute 2021, the total global military expenditure has risen to $1,981 billion in 2020, an increase of 2.6% from 2019. Therefore, increasing demand for anti-fog coatings from the military will drive the growth of the anti-fog coatings market. Technological advancements have emerged as a key trend gaining popularity in the anti-fog coatings market. Major companies operating in the anti-fog coatings sector are focused on developing new technological solutions to reinforce their position. For example, in August 2020, NEI Corporation, a US-based company that manufactures nanotechnology-based protective and functional coatings launched NANOMYTE SAF-200, a fast-curing, long-lasting anti-fog coating with exceptional water resistance. The new coating technology is built on NANOMYTE SR-100, a revolutionary scratch-resistant transparent coating developed by NEI Corporation. The scratch-resistant base coating composition has been enhanced with novel amphiphilic chemicals that are locked into the coating matrix, resulting in long-lasting anti-fog performance. In October 2020, SDC Technologies Inc., a US-based chemicals company acquired COTEC Gmbh for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aimed to broaden SDC Technologies' range of liquid hard coatings and provide coating materials for a complete eyewear lens coating stack. COTEC Gmbh is a Germany-based company that manufactures anti-fog coatings. Major players in the antifog coatings market are 3M, Optical Coating Technologies, FSI Coating Technologies, WeeTect. Inc., TOCALO Co. Ltd., Ampacet Corporation, Vincent Optical, Tokai Optecs, Hydromer, NEI Corporation, Uvex Group, ALCAT Coatings, PPG Industries Inc., AkzoNobel, Abrisa Technologies, and Croda International Plc. North America was the largest region in the antifog coatings market in 2021. Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region in the global anti-fog coatings market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the global anti-fog coatings market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the antifog coatings market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The global antifog coatings market is segmented - 1) By Product: Foggy Guard Coating (FGC), Defog Coating (DFC) 2) By Substrate: Acrylic, Glass, PET, Polycarbonate, Polyamide 3) By End User: Helmet Visors And Face Shields, Flat Polycarbonate Sheets, Commercial Freezer Window, Automobile Anti-Fog Led Headlights, Other End Users

The high strength aluminum alloys market consists of sales of high strength aluminum alloys by entities (organizations, sole traders, or partnerships) that refer to alloys having high strength aluminum as the predominant metal. They are alloyed using copper, magnesium, manganese and other metals. High strength aluminum alloys are capable of creating complex extrusions and have applications in cushioning and weight reduction. The main alloy types of high strength aluminum in lude wrought and cast. Wrought alloys are manufactured by working the alloy in solid form with the help of specific tools. It is produced by smelting pure aluminum ingots with the specific alloying elements required to make a given grade of aluminum. The high strength aluminum alloys segments by strengths include high-strength and ultra-high strength, which are used for applications in aerospace, defense and space, automotive, railway and marine and other applications. The global high strength aluminium alloys market size is expected to grow from $34.91 billion in 2021 to $37.15 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.41%. The growth in the high strength aluminium alloys market is mainly due to the companies rearranging their operations and recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The global high strength aluminium alloys market size is expected to reach $47.78 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 6.49%. Increasing demand for lightweight automobiles and aircraft is driving the growth of the high strength aluminium alloys market. The use of aluminum alloys decreases the weight of an aircraft greatly as it is quite lighter than steel, allowing aircrafts to either carry more weight and increase fuel efficiency. For instance, a 20% weight reduction in a Boeing 787 is expected to generate 10-12% improvement in fuel efficiency. In addition to a decrease in carbon footprint, lightweight parts also improve operational efficiency such as better acceleration, higher structural strength, and better protecting performance. Therefore, the increasing demand for lightweight automobiles and aircraft drives the high strength aluminium alloys market. Continuous research and development in the high high strength aluminium alloys market is a key trend in the market. Various stakeholders are focusing on the development of better, efficient and environment friendly high-strength aluminum alloys. For instance, in 2021, scientists at the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI) in India developed an environment-friendly process for improving the lasting of a material in the face of corrosion of high strength aerospace aluminum alloys. The enhancement in wear and corrosion resistance was done through depositing harder alumina coating through anodizing, hard anodizing, and micro-arc oxidation (MAO), which is an eco-friendly process with lower environmental impact. In April 2021, RUSAL, a Russia based aluminum company announced the acquisition of Aluminium Rheinfelden GmbH for an undisclosed amount. The acquistion reinforces RUSAL’s position as the supplier of choice to its transnational network of automotive clients. The deal gives access to Aluminium Rheinfelden’s high-end, niche product focus for expanding geographical footprint. Aluminium Rheinfelden GmbH is a Germany based manufacturers of aluminium alloys and semis and a major supplier to the global automotive industry. Major players in the high strength aluminum alloys market are Rio Tinto PLC, Aluminum Bahrain B.S.C., Mitsubishi Rayon Co. Ltd., Norsk Hydro ASA, Hindalco Industries Limited, Alcoa Inc., United Company Rusal, Aluminum Corporation of China Limited, Century Aluminum Company, China Hongquiao Group Limited., Constellium SE, Advanced Materials Technology, Alemix, Kobe Steel, Ltd., NALCO and Precision Armament Asia Pacific was the largest region in the high strength aluminium alloys market in 2021. The regions covered in the global high strength aluminium alloy market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the high strength aluminum alloys market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The global high strength aluminum alloys market is segmented - 1) By Alloy Type: Wrought, Cast 2) By Strength: High-Strength, Ultra-High Strength 3) Application: Aerospace, Defense and Space, Automotive, Railway and Marine, Others

The insulating glass window market consists of sales of insulating glass windows by entities (organizations, sole traders, and partnerships) that are used to prevent significant heat transfer inside or out of a home or a building. Insulating glass is made up of two or more glass window panes divided by a vacuum or gas-filled cavity, which helps to limit heat transmission over a section of the building environment. IGUs, or insulating glass units, are used to keep buildings warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The main types of products in insulating glass window are vacuum insulating glass (VIG), gas-filled insulating glass, and air-filled insulating glass. Isolating glazing (IG) with an evaporated area between the two sheets of glass makes up vacuum insulating glass (VIG). Due to this it achieves a high level of thermal insulation and reduces the transfer of heat to a low level. The different types of sealants include silicone, polysulfide, hot melt butyl, polyurethane, and others. The various spacer types involve thermoplastic, aluminum box, galvanized steel, intercept, stainless steel box and is used by several sectors such as residential, and commercial. The global insulating glass window market size is expected to grow from $11.29 billion in 2021 to $12.56 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3%. The growth in the insulating glass window market is mainly due to the companies rearranging their operations and recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The insulating glass window market is expected to reach $16.26 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 6.7%. Increasing demand for energy-efficient buildings is expected to propel the growth of the insulating glass window market over coming years. Energy-efficient buildings reduce the amount of energy required for heating and cooling, regardless of the type of energy used or the equipment used to heat or cool the structure. Insulating glass windows are used in energy-efficient buildings to prevent heat from escaping or entering a home or office. For instance, according to EnergyStar, a government-backed labeling program run by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy that promotes energy efficiency, in the year 2020, nearly 6,500 commercial buildings earned the ENERGY STAR, saving $1.6 billion and and avoiding more than 5 million metric tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, the increasing demand for energy-efficient buildings is driving the growth of the insulating glass window market. Strategic partnerships has emerged as a key trend in the insulating glass window market. Major companies operating in the insulating glass window sector are focused on partnerships and collaborations to strengthen their position. For instance, in October 2021, AGC Glass Europe, a Belgium-based insulated glass manufacturing company, and Masterframe Windows Limited, a UK-based window manufacturer formed a strategic partnership to bring vacuum insulating glazing FINEO to the UK market for PVC-U sash windows. Also, in January 2019 Heliotrope Technologies Inc., a US-based manufacturer of smart glass windows, and MornagoGlass Srl, an Italy-based insulated glass manufacturing company signed a partnership agreement to manufacture insulated glass units with Heliotrope’s proprietary NanoEC smart glass technology. With this partnership, Mornago has joined a growing international network of IGU producers planning to offer smart glass products built on Heliotrope's technology. In January 2020, American Insulated Glass, a USA-based manufacturer, and distributor of glass acquired A.L. Smith Glass Co. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, American Insulated Glass integrates state-of-the-art technology and expands its manufactured glass capabilities in order to fulfil the expanding demand in the North megalopolis, which includes the Washington, D.C. area. A.L. Smith Glass is a US-based manufacturer flat, insulated, and tempered glass products for commercial windows and industrial sectors. Major players in the insulating glass window market are AGC Inc., Cardinal Glass Industries Inc., Central Glass Co. Ltd., Saint-Gobain, Dymax Corporation, Glaston Corporation, Guardian Glass, H.B. Fuller Company, Vitro Architectural Glass, Internorm International GmbH, Ittihad Insulating Glass Co., Migo Glass Co. Ltd., Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd., Shandong OYADE Sealant Industry Co. Ltd, Scheuten, Sika Industry, and 3M. North America was the largest region in the insulating glass window market in 2020. Europe was the second-largest market in insulating glass window market. The regions covered in the insulating glass window market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the insulating glass window market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The global insulating glass window market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Vacuum Insulating Glass (VIG), Gas Filled Insulating Glass, Air Filled Insulating Glass 2) By Sealant Type: Silicone, Polysulfide, Hot Melt Butyl, Polyurethane, Others 3) By Spacer Type: Thermoplastic, Aluminum Box, Galvanized Steel, Intercept, Stainless Steel Box 4) By End-Use Industry: Residential, Commercial

The aluminum casting market consists of sales of various types of aluminum by entities (organizations, sole proprietors, partnerships) that refer to the process of moulding liquid aluminum under high pressure into a die cavity to create simple to complicated items. Aluminium casting is an industrial procedure used for the manufacturing of aluminum products and sold part of a machine/products or as part of commercial industrial production. This process is used for manufacturing metal parts at specific details and quality. The main types of processes of aluminum casting includes die casting, sand casting, and permanent mould casting. The die casting market consists of sales of aluminum by entities (organizations, sole traders, and partnerships) that refer to a manufacturing process in which molten metal is poured for desired shapes. Die casting is used for improved automotive fuel efficiency by reducing weight. Aluminum casting are used in transportation, building & construction, industrial and other sectors. The global aluminum casting market size is expected to grow from $5.56 billion in 2021 to $ 59.89 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.80%. The growth in the market is mainly due to the companies rearranging their operations and recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The aluminum cast market is expected to reach $82.58 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 8.36%. Growing demand in the automobile industry propels the market growth in the aluminum casting market. An automobile, often known as a motorcar or a car, is a four-wheeled vehicle that is designed primarily for passenger transportation and is powered by an internal-combustion engine that runs on volatile fuel. Currently, more than 50% of individual components in automotive vehicles such as transmission housings and pistons are made of aluminum casting. The global production of automobiles has increased year over year, creating new potential for market expansion around the world. For instance, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA), 77.9 million automobiles are manufactured worldwide in 2020. Therefore, the rising demand for aluminum products in the automobile industry drives the aluminum casting market. The partnership between companies is a key trend gaining popularity in the aluminum casting market. Companies manufacturing aluminum products are undergoing partnerships to develop new technologies and products to meet the growing demand for innovating aluminum casting products from various end customers. For instance, in June 2021, Rio Tinto, anglo Australian-based specialized in metals and mining operating worldwide created the alloys for the semi-solid Rheocasting process offered by Comptech. Comptech is an R&D institute specialized in supply know-how and equipment for aluminum semi-solid castings operating in Asia. Rheocasting is a new semi-solid casting technique that enables the manufacturing of low-cost aluminum components with high strength, minimal porosity, and a wide range of alloys and has a major benefit in the production of 5G antennas. Through this partnership a new line of specialized alloys aimed at providing high-performance, low-cost solutions for sophisticated applications such as electric vehicles and 5G antennae. In April 2021, RUSAL a Russian-based leading aluminum producer operating worldwide acquired Aluminum Rheinfelden GmbH, a Germany-based manufacturer of aluminum alloys, semis, and carbon-based components for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition strengthens RUSAL's position as the supplier of choice to its international network of automotive customers and is expected to deliver strong commercial synergies, high-end niche products, and also produce innovative sustainable aluminum solutions and value-added products. Major players in the aluminum casting market are Alcoa Corporation, Aluminum Corporation of China Limited, Alcast Technologies, Bodine Aluminum, Inc, Consolidated Metco, Inc, Dynacast, Gibbs Die Casting Corporation, Martinrea Honsel Germany GmbH, Ryobi Ltd, Walbro, China Hongqiao Group Limited, Arconic Inc, and Eagle Aluminum Cast Products. Asia Pacific was the largest region in the aluminum casting market in 2021. Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the aluminum casting market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the aluminum casting market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The global aluminum casting market is segmented - 1) By Process: Die Casting, Sand Casting, Permanent Mold Casting 2) By End-User: Transportation Sector, Building and Construction Sector, Industrial Sector, Others

The alumina and aluminum production and processing market consist of sales of alumina and aluminium by entities (organizations, sole traders and partnerships) primarily engaged in alumina extraction primarily from bauxite ore, producing aluminium from alumina, recovering aluminium from scrap or dross, refining aluminium by any process, alloying purchased aluminium and rolling, drawing, casting, extruding and alloying aluminium and aluminium-based alloy into primary forms such as bar, foil, pipe, plate, rod, sheet, tube, wire. The main types of alumina and aluminium production and processing are aluminium product manufacturing from purchased aluminium, secondary smelting and alloying of aluminium, and alumina refining and primary aluminium production. Secondary smelting will utilize secondary resources to convert or recover lead metal. An aluminium alloy is a composition containing mainly aluminium to which other elements have been added. The alloy is made by combining the elements when aluminium is molten (liquid), which cools to form a homogeneous solid solution. The various applications involved automotive, manufacturing, and other applications. The global alumina and aluminum production and processing market size is expected to grow from $688.45 billion in 2021 to $788.58 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.5%. The alumina and aluminum production and processing market is expected to grow to $1,107.63 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 8.9%. Aluminium manufacturers are producing customized aluminium alloys for automobile manufacturers to produce lightweight vehicles. The use of aluminium alloys in vehicles reduces carbon emissions Increases fuel economy and improves overall stability as aluminium alloys considerably reduce vehicle body weight. This is primarily driven by stringent emission regulations and growing pressure to improve the economy by many national and state governments. For instance, the US government’s federal emission standards make it mandatory for automobile manufacturers to increase corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) to 54.5 mpg by 2025. This increase in CAFE is being achieved by increasing the aluminium content in the vehicle’s body to reduce its weight by around 30%. In line with this trend, global automobile manufacturers are increasing the aluminium content in their vehicles. Major players in the alumina and aluminum production and processing market are Rio Tinto, Weiqiao/ Hongqiao Group, United Co RUSAL PLC, Alcoa, and Norsk Hydro. Asia Pacific was the largest region in the alumina and aluminum production and processing market in 2021. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the alumina and aluminum production and processing market. The regions covered in the alumina and aluminum production and processing market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the alumina and aluminum production and processing market are Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Iran, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam. The global alumina and aluminum production and processing market is segmented - 1) By Type: Aluminum Product Manufacturing from Purchased Aluminum, Secondary Smelting and Alloying of Aluminum, Alumina Refining and Primary Aluminum Production 2) By Application: Automotive, Manufacturing, Others Subsegments Covered: Sheet, Plate, Foil, Welded Tube, Aluminum Smelting, Aluminum Alloying, Alumina Refining, Aluminum Production

The wood preservatives market consists of sales of wood preservatives by entities (organizations, sole traders, and partnerships) that manufacture wood preservatives that are used to protect the wood. Wood preservatives are chemicals that can control wood degradation problems due to fungal rot or decay, sapstain, molds, or wood-destroying insects. It is mainly used to increase the durability and resistance of wood, timber, wood structures, or engineered wood. The main types of formulations in the wood preservatives market are water-based, solvent-based, oil-based. Water-based preservatives are widely used for fence posts, lumber, plywood, poles, pilings, and timbers that prevent fungal decay and insect attack. These solvents are used by various sectors including residential, commercial, and industrial segments to preserve cabinets and decks, doors and windows, wood flooring, railroad ties, and other applications. The global wood preservatives market size is expected to grow from $1.61 billion in 2021 to $1.75 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The global wood preservatives market size is expected to grow to $2.12 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 4.9%. Increasing demand for wood in various applications is expected to drive the market growth of wood preservatives during the forecast period. Due to the increase in population and industrialization, the demand for wood products is growing across the globe. Wood is a rich source of energy, housing, firewood, timber, and fodder, therefore the demand for wood is improving from various applications such as construction, pulp and paper, furniture, and others. According to Karl-Henrik Sundström, CEO of Stora Enso, timber is becoming the building material of the future, and hence to meet the surging demand from construction industries, the company built its third production unit of manufacturing CLT in Sweden in 2019. Thus, the growing demand for wood in various applications increases the demand for wood preservatives, thereby driving the market. Major players operating in the wood preservatives market are continuously investing in research and development (R&D) activities to manufacture eco-friendly wood preservatives which is a key trend in the wood preservatives market. Considering the environmental rules and regulations, the wood preservatives manufacturers are developing natural or eco-friendly wood preservatives so that they will be less harmful to the environment. For instance, UltraPole NXT, developed by Viance, was awarded the R&D 100 2020 Award for its sustainable solution. The active ingredient DCOI (4,5-Dichloro-2-n-octyl-4-isothiazolinone-3-one) does its job as a highly effective wood preservative. DCOI that enters the environment degrades rapidly. Further, in March 2019, LANXESS launched Levanyl X ranges, aqueous, solvent-free, and organic pigment that can be used in wood preservatives. Similarly, the companies such as Troy, Janssen Pharmaceutica, Koppers are developing wood preservatives that can be eco-friendly for the environment. In February 2020, LANXESS, a Germany-based specialty chemicals company, acquired Itibanyl Produtos Especiais Ltda. (IPEL) for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition will strengthen LANXESS's position in antimicrobial active ingredients and formulations. The product portfolio of IPEL also includes preservatives and fungicides for process control in water treatment as well as active ingredients for disinfection and cleaning agents. Itibanyl Produtos Especiais Ltda. (IPEL) is a Brazil-based manufacturer and producer of agriculture chemicals. Major players in the wood preservatives market are BASF Wolman, Lanxess, Lonza, Kurt Obermeier GmbH & Co. KG, Jubilant, Troy Corporation, Remmers Gruppe AG, KMG Chemicals Inc., and Koppers Inc and Borax Inc. North America was the largest region in the wood preservatives market in 2021. This region is expected to continue to be the fastest-growing region in the global wood preservatives market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the global wood preservatives market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the wood preservatives market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, the UK, and the USA. The global wood preservatives market is segmented - 1) By Formulation: Water Based, Solvent Based, Oil Based 2) By Application: Cabinets and Decks, Doors & Windows, Wood Flooring, Railroad Ties, Other Applications 3) By End User: Residential, Commercial, Industrial