Material & Durability | Educational Labs, Heavy-Use Environments | Industry Standard: MDF (18mm thickness, ISO 3801) Our Base: Stainless Steel (Grade 304, 2mm thickness) Our Advanced: Reinforced Aluminum (5mm, ASTM A367) | ▲ Base: 40% lighter than MDF ▲ Advanced: 2x corrosion resistance vs Base | Base: Higher upfront cost vs plastic alternatives ▲ Advanced: 30% cost premium |
Noise Level | Open-Plan Classrooms | Industry Standard: 45 dBA (typical keyboard/mouse clatter) Our Base: 40 dBA (ISO 140-9) Our Advanced: 35 dBA (with rubberized feet, IEC 61130) | ▲ Base: Quieter than whisper (30 dBA) ▲ Advanced: Meets hospital-grade noise standards | Advanced: Requires specialized installation for full noise reduction |
Certifications | EU/Germany Schools | Industry Standard: Basic CE certification Our Base: EPR Germany Packing + TÜV Rheinland Our Advanced: EPR + RoHS + BIFMA Level 2 | ▲ Advanced: 3 certifications vs Base’s 2 ▲ Base: Meets EU waste regulations | Base: Limited to regions recognizing TÜV ▲ Advanced: Higher compliance costs |
Adjustable Height | Multi-Purpose Classrooms | Industry Standard: Fixed height (72cm) Our Base: 2-position (68–74cm, gas lift) Our Advanced: 5-position (60–80cm, electric adjust) | ▲ Base: Ergonomic for 90% student heights ▲ Advanced: ADA-compliant, ±1mm precision | Base: Manual adjustment requires tools ▲ Advanced: Adds $150 to cost |
Cable Management | IT Labs with Complex Wiring | Industry Standard: No system Our Base: Under-desk channels (IEC 60332) Our Advanced: Full concealment + EMI shielding (ISO 11801) | ▲ Base: Reduces tripping hazards by 70% ▲ Advanced: Blocks 98% electromagnetic interference | Advanced: Requires professional installation for shielding |
Weight Capacity | Robotics/Engineering Labs | Industry Standard: 50kg (ISO 17361) Our Base: 75kg (tested to 112.5kg) Our Advanced: 100kg (certified via ISO 17361:2023) | ▲ Base: Supports dual monitors + peripherals ▲ Advanced: Handles industrial equipment safely | Base: Not rated for heavy machinery ▲ Advanced: Adds 20% material cost |