Seizing April Opportunities to Advance Green Manufacturing – Guangdong Yonglong Aluminium Co., Ltd.’s Aluminium Profile & Door & Window Business Gains Momentum
As spring takes hold, the aluminium profile and door & window industry in April has embraced multiple positive drivers, including policy implementation, market recovery, and the shift toward green transformation. With the nationwide enforcement of the General Code for Building Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Utilization, the thermal transmittance coefficient (K-value) for doors and windows in new public and residential buildings has generally been reduced to below 1.5 W/(m²·K). As a result, thermally broken aluminium profiles, multi-cavity structures, and Low-E insulating glass integrated systems have become mainstream in the market. According to statistics from the National Building Energy Efficiency Quality Supervision and Inspection Center, in the first quarter of this year, the penetration rate of energy-efficient doors and windows compliant with the new national standards reached 76.2% in new construction projects – an increase of nearly 20 percentage points compared to three years ago. The demand for high-end aluminium profiles is steadily rising, marking a shift in industry focus from “scale expansion” to “quality enhancement”.
Market Volatility amid High Prices; Enterprises Respond Rationally
Aluminium prices remained elevated in April. Affected by the Middle East situation and global supply tightness, international aluminium futures prices surged sharply, with the LME aluminium price briefly topping USD 4,000 per ton – a recent multi-year high. Meanwhile, the domestic spot aluminium ingot average price held steady above RMB 29,600 per ton. The strong upward pressure on raw material costs has made downstream door & window manufacturers and traders more cautious. They are generally adopting strategies such as “purchasing by order” and “strictly controlling inventory”, reducing stock cycles to 15–20 days to avoid speculative stockpiling. At the same time, prices of auxiliary materials such as glass and sealants continue to face upward pressure. While ensuring on-time delivery, enterprises must carefully manage overall costs to safeguard profit margins.
Industry Events Pointing the Way Toward Upgrades
From April 8 to 10, the SMM AICE 21st Aluminium Conference and Aluminium Industry Expo was held in Suzhou, focusing on the theme of “Green Low-Carbon and High-End Upgrades”. Industry experts pointed out that aluminium profile enterprises in the building door & window sector must make simultaneous efforts in energy saving, carbon reduction, and intelligent manufacturing. By optimising profile structures, introducing digital production, and implementing comprehensive energy efficiency management, they can achieve value chain advancement. Several leading companies showcased their latest achievements in green aluminium, recycled aluminium, and aluminium for new energy vehicles, signaling that high-end customised and system-based door & window solutions will become a key competitive focus.
Regional Highlights and Enterprise Endeavours
At the regional level, the pace of industrial upgrading has notably accelerated. During a visit by the Dongcheng Subdistrict Chamber of Commerce, multiple aluminium profile and energy-saving door & window enterprises were commended for “upholding quality and innovation”, winning market recognition for their energy-saving and consumption-reducing performance. For example, one key enterprise’s 6,000-ton large-scale extrusion press entered trial production in April, enabling the manufacture of large-section, long-size, and high-specification industrial materials. This marks a successful transition from architectural to industrial materials, with the proportion of industrial materials now reaching 30%. In addition, several companies have obtained international authoritative certifications – such as “porcelain electrocoating” surface treatment receiving AAMA certification, being honoured as one of the “Top Ten Preferred Building Profile Brands”, and being selected as vice-chair units of industry associations – further enhancing their influence and voice within the sector.
Guangdong Yonglong Aluminium Advances Green Manufacturing and Market Expansion
Amid the opportunities in April, the aluminium profile and door & window division of Guangdong Yonglong Aluminium Co., Ltd. has closely followed policy directions and customer needs, continuously advancing product structure upgrades and the implementation of smart manufacturing. On one hand, we have accelerated the R&D and application of thermally broken profiles and multi-cavity structures, ensuring that new products fully meet the energy-saving requirements of the new national standards and have earned positive feedback from customers in key project supplies. On the other hand, we have introduced digital extrusion and precision oxidation spraying production lines, improving profile precision and surface consistency, shortening delivery cycles, and reducing process losses. In response to fluctuations in aluminium prices and auxiliary material costs, we have optimised procurement timing and established long-term agreement mechanisms with core suppliers to lock in costs of key raw materials, thereby safeguarding stable profits for projects.
In terms of internationalisation, we are actively expanding overseas markets. Drawing on the experience of industry peers exploring markets in Russia and beyond, we are steadily advancing cooperation discussions with customers along the Belt and Road, delivering system door & window solutions that combine energy efficiency with aesthetic appeal, and enhancing brand recognition globally. At the same time, we are strengthening joint R&D with universities and research institutions, focusing on performance metrics such as low energy consumption, high sound insulation, and long service life, aiming to set benchmark cases in high-end residential buildings, commercial complexes, and green building demonstration projects.
Outlook and Commitment
April is a traditional peak season for construction and home renovation, and also a crucial period for evaluating the overall strength of enterprises. We are fully aware that in the context of green, low-carbon development and high-quality growth, only through continuous innovation, stringent quality control, and optimised services can we earn the lasting trust of our customers. Going forward, Guangdong Yonglong Aluminium Co., Ltd. will continue to take energy-saving doors & windows as a core focus, deepen green manufacturing and digital upgrades, actively participate in the formulation of industry standards and the development of demonstration projects, and contribute to urban low-carbon transformation and the creation of better living environments. We firmly believe that with solid technical expertise and keen market insight, we will steadily advance in the race of April and throughout the year, creating greater value for our customers and making solid contributions to the development of the industry.