Material Composition | Lightweight structures, cost-sensitive projects | Industry: Steel (ASTM A36) Our Base: Plastic (ISO 9001 compliant) Our Advanced: Reinforced Plastic (ASTM D638) | Base: 40% lighter than steel (easier handling) Advanced: 30% stronger than Base | Base: Lower load capacity vs steel (not for heavy-duty) Advanced: 20% higher cost |
Finish Type | Outdoor installations, corrosive environments | Industry: Zinc Coated (ASTM A153) Our Base: Bright Uncoated Our Advanced: Epoxy Coated (ASTM D3292) | Base: 30% cheaper than coated options Advanced: 1000+ hours salt spray resistance (▲400% vs Base) | Base: Corrodes in 200 hours (ASTM B117) Advanced: Adds 15% to cost |
Diameter Standard | Metric system projects, precast construction | Industry: 12.7mm (ISO 9001) Our Base: 12.7mm (ISO 9001) Our Advanced: 15mm (▲10% larger) | Base: Fully compliant with global standards Advanced: 25% higher load capacity | Advanced: Requires custom tooling for larger diameters |
Corrosion Resistance | Marine environments, chemical plants | Industry: 500 hours salt spray (ASTM B117) Our Base: 200 hours (uncoated plastic) Our Advanced: 1000 hours (▲400%) | Advanced: Outperforms industry standard by 100% Base: Cost-effective for non-corrosive use | Base: Not suitable for harsh environments |
Load Capacity | Heavy-duty structures, bridges | Industry: 10kN Our Base: 12kN (▲20%) Our Advanced: 15kN (▲50%) | Base: 20% stronger than industry standard Advanced: 50% higher capacity | Advanced: Requires thicker materials (adds weight) |
Installation Compatibility | Standardized construction projects | Industry: Metric system Our Base: Fully metric-compliant Our Advanced: Dual metric/Imperial (▲ added flexibility) | Base: Seamless integration with global projects Advanced: 50% wider compatibility | Advanced: Requires dual inventory management |