Material Quality | Premium gift books, professional portfolios | Industry Standard: 180 GSM art paper (ISO 536) Our Base: 200 GSM art paper Our Advanced: 250 GSM premium art paper ▲▲ | Enhanced page durability and smooth texture (ISO 536 compliant) Base: Cost-effective for standard use Advanced: Superior for high-end prints | Base: Slightly thicker paper increases cost Advanced: 25% heavier than industry standard (may affect portability) |
Printing Technology | High-volume book runs, corporate publications | Industry Standard: Digital printing (1200 dpi) Our Base: Offset printing (1500 dpi) Our Advanced: Offset + UV coating ▲ | Crisper text/images (1500 dpi vs 1200 dpi) Advanced: Water-resistant finish (ASTM D5178) | Higher setup costs for small batches (Base: +15%, Advanced: +30%) |
Durability | Libraries, frequent-use books | Industry Standard: Softcover (1.5mm spine) Our Base: Hardcover (2.5mm spine) Our Advanced: Reinforced hardcover + dust jacket ▲▲ | Base: 40% sturdier than softcover Advanced: 2x longer shelf life (ISO 287 test) | Advanced: 30% heavier than industry standard |
Aesthetic Design | Gift books, decorative displays | Industry Standard: Matte finish Our Base: Glossy finish (85% reflectance) Our Advanced: Metallic foil accents + embossing ▲▲ | Base: Vibrant colors (ΔE <3 color accuracy) Advanced: Custom foil patterns (Pantone-certified) | Advanced: Adds 2–3 days to production time |
Cost Efficiency | Small-batch prints, DIY projects | Industry Standard: Digital printing (USD 5/unit @ 100 units) Our Base: Offset printing (USD 3.5/unit @ 200 units) Our Advanced: Offset + eco-friendly inks ▲ | Base: 30% cheaper at scale Advanced: 10% premium for eco-friendly materials (FSC-certified) | Base: Minimum order of 200 units |
Customization Options | Corporate branding, niche publications | Industry Standard: 4-color process Our Base: 6-color process + spot UV Our Advanced: Pantone-matched colors + die-cut shapes ▲▲ | Advanced: 100% brand color accuracy (Pantone formula guide) Base: 50% lower cost for basic customization | Advanced: Requires 50% larger minimum order quantity |