In the vast land of Southeast Asia, tropical monsoon climate dominates, with high temperature, high humidity and strong wind all year round. Such unique climatic conditions have a profound impact on all aspects of the local construction industry, especially door and window products. ​

The tropical monsoon climate in Southeast Asia brings frequent rainfall and humid air.

Taking Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines and other countries as examples, the average annual precipitation can reach 1500-3000 mm, and even higher in some areas. The long-term high humidity environment makes ordinary doors and windows very prone to mold, deformation, rust and other problems. At the same time, every year during the typhoon season, the strong winds rage, which puts extremely high demands on the wind resistance of doors and windows.

There have been data showing that in coastal areas with high typhoon incidence, cases of building damage caused by insufficient wind resistance of doors and windows are common.

Therefore, moisture and wind resistance have become the performance indicators that Southeast Asian consumers pay most attention to when purchasing doors and windows.

In response to these climate challenges, we must work hard on product upgrades.

In terms of moisture resistance, the first thing is the choice of materials.

Aluminum alloy has become an ideal choice for humid climates due to its excellent corrosion resistance.

By using high-quality raw aluminum alloy and advanced surface treatment processes such as electrophoresis, powder coating, fluorocarbon paint, etc., a dense protective film can be formed on the surface of the aluminum alloy to effectively resist the erosion of rain and moisture.

At the same time, wood is also a commonly used door and window material in traditional Southeast Asian buildings, but ordinary wood is easy to decay in a humid environment. Therefore, wood that has been specially treated with antiseptics can be selected, such as antiseptic wood that has been vacuum-pressurized and impregnated with preservatives, or a new type of wood-plastic composite material can be used to combine wood fiber with plastic, combining the texture of wood and the corrosion resistance of plastic. ​

In structural design, the sealing performance of doors and windows is crucial.

The use of multiple sealing strips can effectively block the intrusion of rain and moisture.

For example, different types of sealing strips are set between the window frame and the window sash, and between the glass and the window frame to form multiple protections.

In addition, the drainage system of doors and windows can be optimized, and reasonable drainage holes and drainage grooves can be designed to ensure that rainwater entering the doors and windows can be quickly discharged to avoid moisture problems caused by water accumulation. ​

The improvement of wind resistance should not be ignored.

Strengthening the frame structure of doors and windows is the basis, and thicker wall profiles are selected to enhance the overall strength and rigidity of doors and windows.

In the selection of hardware accessories, hinges and locks with high quality and strong load-bearing capacity should be used to ensure that doors and windows can still be firmly closed under strong winds. At the same time, the use of laminated glass or hollow glass can not only improve the sound insulation and heat insulation performance of doors and windows, but also enhance its wind pressure resistance.

When laminated glass is impacted by external force, the film in the middle can stick the broken glass together to prevent glass fragments from splashing, and it can also withstand greater wind pressure; hollow glass forms a buffer through the air layer in the middle, effectively reducing the impact of wind pressure on the glass. ​

In addition to the upgrade of the product itself, attention should also be paid to product testing and certification.

Before leaving the factory, doors and windows are strictly tested for moisture and wind resistance to simulate the extreme local climate conditions in Southeast Asia to ensure that product quality meets standards.

At the same time, we actively obtain certifications from local authoritative organizations, such as SGS certification in Singapore and ST certification in Malaysia, to increase the credibility and competitiveness of products in the Southeast Asian market. ​

In short, in the special climate environment of the tropical monsoon belt in Southeast Asia, the upgrade of moisture and wind resistance of doors and windows is a must for foreign trade door and window manufacturers to open up the Southeast Asian market. Only by constantly innovating and improving products and meeting the actual needs of local consumers can we gain a firm foothold in this market full of potential and achieve vigorous development of foreign trade business.