Mechanical Locks Market Analysis

Grade 2 is the second fastest-growing segment, which accounts for a considerable share of the market. In comparison to residential building standards, Grade 2 satisfies minor commercial needs. These locks work well on lighter-duty doors where security is not as important. Unauthorized personnel will be prevented from entering the building by them.

Figure 2:  Mechanical Locks Market, by Grade, 2021 & 2030 (USD Million)Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Mechanical Locks Raw Material Insights

The mechanical locks market segmentation based on raw material, includes stainless steel, copper, iron, aluminum, and others.  The copper segment held the majority share in 2021, contributing to the mechanical locks market revenue. Due to its superior mechanical qualities, ability to be processed easily, resistance to corrosion and rust, and great mechanical properties, copper is one of the most commonly used metals for the production of locks. In addition to its usefulness, copper has an amazing aesthetic that makes it a desirable material for locks' beautiful handles. It has no pores or holes, a good density, and a smooth surface.

Stainless steel is the second fastest-growing segment, which accounts for a considerable share of the mechanical locks market. Stainless steel is the material of choice for making locks in the majority of applications due to its outstanding durability and resistance to corrosion. In order to accommodate the many different types of locks, stainless steel is available in a wide range of grades with a dazzling sheen that never fades. Stainless steel in austenitic grades is non-magnetic but never rusts.

Mechanical Locks Regional Insights

By Region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. Asia Pacific mechanical locks market accounted for USD 3345.4765 million in 2021 and is expected to exhibit a 42.10% CAGR growth during the study period. Due to the growing applications across numerous sectors, the APAC market for mechanical locks is expected to experience the quickest CAGR during the study period. Additionally, their market trends indicate that new, creative mechanical locks that are both practical and highly secure have been continuously introduced. In the region of the world, these variables have caused a huge increase in product demand. Additionally, customers' preferences for mechanical digital door locks have increased, which may help the APAC market expand.

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are: The U.S, Canada, Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure 3:  MECHANICAL LOCKSMARKET SHARE BY REGION 2021 (%)Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

North America mechanical locks market held the second-largest share during the projected period, it is expected to grow sustainably. Modernizations in the field of smart locks are causing the area to expand. This is mostly because technology has been widely adopted, and smart homes have been rapidly growing in number in the US. A favorable regulatory climate for their adoption has been produced by customers' strong spending power combined with growing safety concerns, particularly in major infrastructure and domestic applications. It is anticipated that sales of mechanical locks will increase as tubular and two-way locks become more widely used in the residential sector in the United States. Further, the US mechanical locks market held the largest market share, and the China mechanical locks market was the fastest growing market in the region.

Furthermore, the Europe mechanical locks market is predicted to benefit from the tourist sector's strong expansion and growing demands for security. The need for mechanical locks is increasing as a result of growing security concerns in shared living spaces, hospitals, university housing, senior living communities, and recreation centres. Additionally, the market has a big retail industry that includes a lot of warehouses and storage facilities. Heavy-duty locking mechanisms, most frequently deadlocks for simpler access, are required for these areas. Further, the Germany mechanical locks market held the largest market share, and the UK mechanical locks market was the fastest growing market in the European region.

Mechanical Locks Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Major market players are spending a lot of capitals on R&D to enhance their grade lines, which will aid the Mechanical Locks market expand. Market players are also taking a range of strategic measures to expand their worldwide footprint, with prime market developments such as new grade innovations & launches, contracts & agreements, mergers and acquisitions, better investments, and collaboration & strategic partnerships with other organizations in the Mechanical Locks market. Competitors in the Mechanical Locks industry must offer cost-effective items to extend and survive in an increasingly highly competitive and expanding market environment.

One of the primary business strategies adopted by manufacturers in the Mechanical Locks industry to benefit clients and expand the market sector is to manufacture locally to reduce operating costs. In recent years, Mechanical Locks industry has provided medicine with some of the most significant benefits. The Mechanical Locks market major player such as Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc. (US), Allegion PLC (Ireland), Dormakaba International Holding GmbH (Germany), EVVA Sicherheitstechnologie GmbH (Austria), Draper Tools Ltd (UK), and others are working to drive the market growth via investing heavily in research and development activities.

Allegion PLC (Ireland) specializes in security around the doorway and surrounding area and has more than 25 brands that are sold ly. This includes everything from residential locks and portable security to commercial locks, exit devices, openers and closers, electronic access control, and solutions for increasing worker productivity. In April 2022, Allegion has announced its intention to acquire a division of Stanley Black & Decker, situated in New Britain, Connecticut, Stanley Access Technologies operates a manufacturing facility in Mount Comfort.

Also, Dormakaba International Holding GmbH (Germany) provides access control and security solutions. Security cylinders and locks, mechatronic lock cylinders, digital locking systems, and pushbutton locks with pin codes are among the company's product offerings. In addition, Dormakaba offers physical access systems, lodging goods, safe locks, key cutting devices, key cutting and coding equipment, and key duplication devices. In January 2020, the newest version of Dormakaba's SVP self-locking emergency escape locks was introduced. The range is appropriate for usage on emergency exits and escape routes where doors needing access control can be balanced with safety in an emergency.

Key Companies in the Mechanical Locks market includes

• Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc. (US)


• Allegion PLC (Ireland)


• Dormakaba International Holding GmbH (Germany)


• EVVA Sicherheitstechnologie GmbH (Austria)


• Draper Tools Ltd (UK)


• DOM Security (France)


• Codelocks Inc. (US)


• Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Company Limited (India)


• The Eastern Company (US)


• ECO Schulte GMBH & Co. KG (Germany), among others

Mechanical Locks Industry Developments

July 2021: SICK entered the market and unveiled its most recent lock system, which combines its MB1 mechanical safety bolt for hazardous settings with its TR110 non-contact safety lock. High performance is provided along with a sizable machine availability. Together, these two factors produce a cutting-edge electro-mechanical door locking system that promises the greatest level of protection for machinery and can be included into a number of safety systems.

May 2023- Godrej Locks & Architectural Fittings and Systems (GLAFS) has announced the launch of the innovative variety of Catus interconnected hospitality locks and Catus connected residential locks, using advanced technologies for developed safety. With the development of the user segment and enhancing trends toward the adoption of digital home safety solutions, Godrej Locks focuses on privacy and safety by offering technologically advanced and modern design solutions.

Mechanical Locks Market Segmentation

Mechanical Locks Material Outlook

• Steel


• Aluminum


• Others

Mechanical Locks Grade Outlook

• Walls


• Columns & Beams


• Roof & Floors


• Others

Mechanical Locks Application Outlook

• Residential


• Commercial


• Industrial

Mechanical Locks Regional Outlook

• North America


• US


• Canada


• Europe


• Germany


• France


• UK


• Italy


• Spain


• Rest of Europe


• Asia-Pacific


• China


• Japan


• India


• Australia


• South Korea


• Australia


• Rest of Asia-Pacific


• Rest of the World


• Middle East


• Africa


• Latin America