A ladder is a structure of wood, metal or fiberglass consisting of two sidepieces between which pieces of bars or rungs are set. In the foreseeable future, ladder products are expected to show an upward trend. The growth of end-user industries is one of the main factors that will drive the growth of the ladders market in the forecast period. The ladder product demand is driven by the growth of its downstream industries, which are commercial and industrial. Different sizes of ladders find their usage according to the industry they are used for, such as household industries use 3 to 6 feet of a ladder, whereas the commercial industries would require different sizes according to the demand. Global consumption of ladder products rose up from 52,854 k units in 2011 to 63,436 k units in 2015, with an average annual growth rate of 4.67%.
Ladders are used almost for all commercial and industrial establishments for a variety of applications. Painters, electricians, and plumbers use ladders of all sizes while working in construction activities. Direct impact on the ladders market will be driven by increasing demand for fire escape ladders and the development of composite platform ladders in the market.
Stable growth of ladders from food and beverage industries as ladders are used for various storage-related purposes in warehouses and other applications of the sector. The outsourcing of warehousing industries has grown in the recent years. The packing, access, and retrieval of goods from warehouse requires use of efficient apparatus such as Ladders. Thus, the growth of the end-user industries is expected to soar the demand of the ladders market in the forecasted period.
Other trends that will drive the market are increasing use of fiber glass ladders. Also increasing safety and training programs related to usage of ladders and inspection for the quality of ladders is expected to fuel the demand of ladders in the market.
Multifunctional and multipurpose ladders are increasingly becoming popular in the market as they can be position multiple spaces work, different floor levels, and different uses. The use of multifunctional ladders will further drive the demand of the ladders in the global market.
Key Market Trends
Aluminum Metal Ladders are Dominantly Used in the Market While Fiber Glass Ladder are Expected to Grow Fastest.
The aluminum ladder segment is expected to grow fastest in the market in both value and volumes term. Aluminum ladders are preferred in commercial and industrial segments due to its low cost and durability. The demand for aluminum ladders is mainly driven by industries, such as building and construction, consumer goods, hardware and accessories, solar, and transportation. Aluminum ladders are also in demand from developing countries, such as Japan, China, and India. However, fiberglass ladders will witness the highest growth in the forecast period due to the superior mechanical properties of its materials.
Asia-Pacific Market is the Largest Market for the Ladders Market
Asia-Pacific ladders market is expected to grow fastest, driven mainly by a rise in construction activity and growth of the industrial, manufacturing sectors in the region. The market will be further driven by stringent government initiatives for better manufacturing, infrastructural development, taxation norms, and technological development in emerging economies. As the population grows, they would be demanding more homes in the region, which will, in turn, lead to the demand of ladders in the construction and related activities of the economy.
Competitive Landscape
The ladders market is fragmented and highly competitive due to the presence of the large number of players operating in the market. New product innovations, partnerships, and contracts are the producers main policies in the market. Producers in the market are also focusing on the production of sustainable ladder materials. Key players in the market are Werner Co.(Werner ladder), Louisville Ladder, TB Davies (Cardiff), Alaco Ladders, and Tri-arc Manufacturing.
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Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Werner Co.( Werner ladder)
- Louisville Ladder
- TB Davies (Cardiff)
- Alaco Ladders
- Tri-arc Manufacturing
- Jumbor Industrial Co. Ltd
- Sagar Asia
- Bauer Ladder Inc.
- Little Giant Ladder
- Tubesca-comabi
- Gorilla Ladders
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