Automatic Door and Window Market – Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Control Systems (Fully Automatic, Push & Go, Power Assist, Low Energy), By Component (Operators, Sensors & Detectors, Access Control Systems, Motors & Actuators, Control Panels, Switches, Others), By End User (Residential, Commercial, Industrial), By Region & Competition, 2021-2031F

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 19.91 Billion
CAGR (2026-2031)	6.17%
Fastest Growing Segment	Residential
Largest Market	North America
Market Size (2031)	USD 28.52 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Automatic Door and Window Market will grow from USD 19.91 Billion in 2025 to USD 28.52 Billion by 2031 at a 6.17% CAGR. Automatic doors and windows are electromechanical entry systems equipped with sensors and drive mechanisms that execute opening and closing cycles without manual intervention. The growth of this market is primarily supported by stringent government regulations mandating barrier-free accessibility for individuals with disabilities and rising energy efficiency standards in commercial infrastructure. Furthermore, the sustained emphasis on hygiene and contactless access in healthcare and public facilities acts as a critical driver for the adoption of these automated solutions across various sectors.

Despite these favorable conditions, the high initial capital investment required for installation and the complexity of retrofitting legacy buildings present significant obstacles to widespread implementation. Economic volatility within the construction sector also impacts market stability. For instance, according to the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance, in 2024, non-residential construction demand for entry doors decreased by 2 percent. This data highlights how broader economic downturns and reduced infrastructure development can directly impede the expansion of the automatic door and window market.

Key Market Drivers

The expansion of commercial and residential infrastructure projects serves as a primary driver for the global automatic door and window market. Urbanization and the development of mixed-use complexes require efficient entry systems to manage increased pedestrian traffic. This demand is reinforced by the construction of transport hubs and retail centers where automated access is essential for operational flow. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, November 2024, in the 'Monthly Construction Spending, September 2024' report, construction spending during the first nine months of the year amounted to $1,621.4 billion, a 7.3 percent increase above the same period in 2023. This capital injection secures a steady pipeline for new installations. Highlighting this market scale, according to Assa Abloy, March 2024, in the 'Annual Report 2023', the group achieved record sales of SEK 141 billion, driven by growth in their access solutions.

Integration with IoT and smart building automation ecosystems is also reshaping market dynamics. Building owners increasingly demand intelligent entry solutions that offer remote diagnostics, predictive maintenance, and seamless interoperability with security networks. This technological convergence allows for real-time data analysis regarding foot traffic and energy retention. Manufacturers are responding by embedding advanced connectivity modules into electromechanical hardware. According to Allegion, July 2024, in the 'Second-Quarter 2024 Financial Results', the company reported net revenues of $965.6 million, attributing organic growth to the robust adoption of electronic security products and software solutions in non-residential applications. This shift toward digital integration ensures that automatic doors and windows become critical nodes in the architecture of smart facilities.

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Key Market Challenges

A critical impediment to the Global Automatic Door and Window Market is the economic volatility affecting the construction sector, which exacerbates the burden of high initial capital investments. Automatic entry systems require significant upfront funding for hardware and installation, making them vulnerable to budget cuts during periods of financial uncertainty. When construction activity slows, developers and facility managers frequently defer advanced technological integrations to preserve capital, opting instead for standard manual solutions that incur lower immediate costs. Consequently, the high expense of these systems becomes a prohibitive barrier when the broader economic environment restricts infrastructure spending.

This reduction in building development directly limits the installation opportunities for automated products, as new projects are the primary channel for widespread adoption. The correlation between construction sector health and reduced market potential is evident in recent industrial data. According to the German Construction Industry Federation, in 2024, the construction sector in Germany was forecast to contract by 4 percent. This contraction in a major economy illustrates how declines in building output restrict the addressable market for automatic doors and windows, directly hampering volume growth.

Key Market Trends

The Utilization of Sustainable and Self-Repairing Materials is becoming a defining trend as the market pivots toward carbon-neutral construction components. Manufacturers are increasingly substituting traditional aluminum and PVC with low-carbon alternatives and integrating smart glass technologies that dynamically adjust to environmental conditions. This material evolution is driven by the urgent need to reduce embodied carbon in the built environment, distinct from the broader operational energy efficiency mandates. Financial performance in the sector validates this strategic shift toward high-performance green inputs. According to Saint-Gobain, July 2024, in the 'Half-year financial report 2024', the group achieved a record operating margin of 11.7 percent, explicitly attributing this profitability to the successful roll-out of their sustainable and innovative construction solutions.

The Incorporation of Biometric and Facial Recognition Security is fundamentally altering access methodologies, moving the industry beyond physical credentials like keycards or fobs. This trend focuses on frictionless entry systems where the door or window operation is triggered by unique biological identifiers, ensuring higher security protocols without impeding pedestrian flow. Unlike general IoT connectivity, this development prioritizes identity verification to mitigate unauthorized access in sensitive commercial and government facilities. The adoption rate of these specific authentication layers has accelerated significantly among facility managers seeking to modernize security infrastructure. According to HID Global, August 2024, in the '2024 State of Physical Access Control Report', the proportion of businesses actively using biometrics for physical access control systems has risen to 39 percent, reflecting a substantial move toward identity-based entry automation.

Segmental Insights

The Residential segment creates the most rapid growth trajectory within the Global Automatic Door and Window Market, driven by the increasing convergence of smart home ecosystems and the necessity for accessible living designs. Homeowners are actively adopting automated entry systems to enhance property value, convenience, and energy efficiency. Furthermore, the rising global geriatric population has necessitated barrier-free environments, encouraging manufacturers to align with strict accessibility protocols and safety standards, such as those established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This shift supports the independent living trend, known as aging in place, significantly fueling demand for residential automation solutions.

Regional Insights

North America maintains a leading position in the global automatic door and window market due to robust infrastructure development and strict regulatory compliance. The dominance of the region is significantly influenced by the enforcement of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which mandates automated access solutions in public and commercial structures to support individuals with mobility limitations. Furthermore, the rising demand for energy efficiency and integrated building automation systems accelerates product adoption. These legislative requirements and modernization trends ensure that North America remains the primary market for automated entry technologies.

Recent Developments

• In November 2025, Allegion US introduced significant enhancements to its LCN Senior Swing automatic door operator series by integrating new patent-pending AdaptivIQ technology. Unveiled at the ISC East security conference in New York, this innovation enabled automatic operators to self-adjust in real-time to environmental factors such as wind load, internal building stack pressure, and carpet drag. The updated system featured a control box with customizable settings and a digital interface, designed to ensure consistent operation in high-traffic facilities like healthcare centers and office buildings. This product launch underscored the manufacturer's commitment to developing intelligent access solutions that resolve common operational challenges.
• In July 2025, Assa Abloy acquired Automated Doors & Access, Inc., a prominent distributor and service provider of pedestrian automatic doors headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. This strategic acquisition was intended to bolster the company's direct market presence in the Midwest United States, specifically enhancing its footprint in Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Nashville. The acquired entity, which had been operating since 2007, specialized in the sales, installation, and maintenance of automatic door products. The move aligned with the parent company's objective to strengthen its distribution network and deliver comprehensive entrance automation solutions to a broader client base in the region.
• In January 2025, Dormakaba unveiled its innovative MotionIQ technology at the BAU 2025 trade fair in Munich, aiming to revolutionize energy efficiency in the automatic door sector. This advanced system was designed to analyze and control door movements in real-time, adjusting opening and closing speeds based on user approach. By minimizing the time doors remain open, the technology was reported to reduce energy loss by up to 50% compared to standard solutions. Alongside this launch, the company introduced the ST PRO Green automatic sliding door, which features thermally separated profiles designed to further lower building carbon footprints and operating costs.
• In June 2024, Nabtesco Corporation showcased a range of advanced entrance solutions at the VIETBUILD HANOI 2024 International Exhibition through its authorized distributor. The display included the NAX sliding hermetic door, designed for high airtightness in medical and industrial settings, and the GT-1175 automatic sliding door, which features a breakout function for emergency situations. The company also demonstrated the NATRUS+e W image sensor, a device engineered to detect pedestrian flow and reduce unnecessary door openings. This exhibition highlighted the manufacturer’s focus on improving indoor environments and energy conservation through specialized automatic door technologies.

Key Market Players

• Honeywell International Inc.
• KONE Corporation
• Panasonic Holdings Corporation
• Royal Boon Edam International B.V.
• NABCO Entrances Inc.
• MeridianLink, Inc.
• Giesse S.p.A.
• dormakaba International Holding AG
• Häfele SE & Co KG
• Allegion plc

By Control Systems	By Component	By End User	By Region
Fully Automatic Push & Go Power Assist Low Energy	Operators Sensors & Detectors Access Control Systems Motors & Actuators Control Panels Switches Others	Residential Commercial Industrial	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Automatic Door and Window Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

• Automatic Door and Window Market, By Control Systems:

• Fully Automatic
• Push & Go
• Power Assist
• Low Energy

• Automatic Door and Window Market, By Component:

• Operators
• Sensors & Detectors
• Access Control Systems
• Motors & Actuators
• Control Panels
• Switches
• Others

• Automatic Door and Window Market, By End User:

• Residential
• Commercial
• Industrial

• Automatic Door and Window Market, By Region:

• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• France
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Germany
• Spain
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
• South Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE