Material Quality | Daily wear, formal events | Industry: Plastic (low cost) ▲ Base: Metal (EPR France/Germany certified) ▲ Advanced: Gold-plated metal (ASTM B488 compliant) | Enhanced durability, environmental compliance (EPR), premium look | Higher cost compared to plastic, requires careful handling for gold-plated versions |
Printing Technology | Custom gifts, promotional items | Industry: Inkjet (fades in 6 months) ▲ Base: Thermal transfer (50+ washes, ISO 105-F08) ▲ Advanced: UV-cured ink (100+ washes, ASTM D689) | Smudge-proof prints, long-lasting imagery (up to 3 years) | Requires specialized printers, higher production time for UV-cured variants |
Design Complexity | Weddings, memorials | Industry: Flat 2D ▲ Base: 3D single side (enhanced depth) ▲ Advanced: Full 3D (ISO 80365 certified) | Unique visual appeal, customizable storytelling via layered photos | Higher cost for advanced 3D designs, limited mass production scalability |
Certifications | EU market sales, corporate gifting | Industry: No packing certs ▲ Base: EPR France/Germany (complies with EU waste laws) ▲ Advanced: RoHS + EPR (reduced toxicity) | Meets strict EU regulations, eco-friendly packaging (EPR) | Higher certification costs, longer compliance processes |
Versatility in Use | Corporate branding, niche events | Industry: Generic gifts ▲ Base: 12+ occasions (weddings, birthdays, holidays) ▲ Advanced: Customizable for corporate logos/events | Wide applicability (e.g., promotional gifts, memorials) | Requires design customization for niche uses, may limit mass-market appeal |
Durability | Daily wear, heirloom pieces | Industry: 6 months (ASTM D583) ▲ Base: 18 months (ASTM B117 salt spray test) ▲ Advanced: 36 months (ASTM B117) | Long lifespan (up to 3 years), withstands harsh environments | Advanced versions may require occasional polishing to maintain finish |