Material Composition | Lightweight signage, portable displays | Industry: HDPE/Acrylic (heavy, rigid); Base: PVC foam (1.5 lb/ft³); Advanced: Reinforced PVC foam (2.0 lb/ft³ ▲) | Base reduces weight for easy handling; Advanced adds durability without bulk | Base may dent under pressure; Advanced costs 20% more than industry standard |
Fire Resistance | Public buildings, offices | Industry: Passes ASTM E84 (Class B); Base: ▲ Class B (25 flame spread); Advanced: ▲▲ Class A (5 flame spread) | Advanced meets stricter fire codes (e.g., hospitals); Base sufficient for low-risk areas | Base may not qualify for high-safety zones; Industry standard lacks clarity on toxicity |
Water Resistance | Outdoor signage, marine environments | Industry: ASTM D570 (24hr exposure); Base: ▲ 24hr exposure; Advanced: ▲▲ 72hr exposure (▲) | Advanced withstands prolonged rain or humidity; Base suitable for indoor use | Base degrades in long-term wet conditions; Advanced requires protective coatings |
Eco-Friendliness | Sustainable projects, eco-certified sites | Industry: Non-RoHS compliant; Base: RoHS certified (▲); Advanced: RoHS + 100% recyclable (▲▲) | Base meets basic eco-standards; Advanced reduces environmental impact | Industry standard may contain toxic materials; Advanced has limited recyclers globally |
Processing Versatility | Custom signage, detailed engraving | Industry: Cutting/printing only; Base: ▲ Engraving + cutting; Advanced: ▲▲ All services (printing/engraving/cutting) | Advanced enables full customization (e.g., logos, textures); Base supports basic designs | Base lacks advanced services like embossing; Industry standard offers minimal flexibility |
Certifications | Government projects, international trade | Industry: Basic certs (e.g., ISO 9001); Base: RoHS (▲); Advanced: RoHS + ISO 14001 (▲▲) | Advanced qualifies for global tenders; Base meets EU safety norms | Base may fail in regions requiring ISO 14001; Industry lacks eco-compliance tracking |