Material Quality | Libraries, long-term storage | Industry: 200 GSM standard paper Our Base: 250 GSM art paper (ISO 3801) Our Advanced: 300 GSM embossed art paper (ASTM D646) | ▲ Base: 25% thicker for durability ▲▲ Advanced: 50% thicker + embossing | Advanced: 15% heavier; Base: moderate cost increase vs industry standards |
Printing Technology | High-volume publishing, photo novels | Industry: Basic digital printing (ISO 12647-2) Our Base: 4-color offset printing (ISO 12647-2) Our Advanced: UV + offset hybrid (ASTM D5098) | ▲ Base: 30% sharper images ▲▲ Advanced: waterproof UV coating + metallic effects | Advanced: 40% higher production cost; Base requires pre-press adjustments |
Environmental Certifications | Eco-conscious buyers, EU markets | Industry: Basic EPR compliance (France) Our Base: FSC-certified sourcing (PEFC/TS-X-30-001) Our Advanced: Multi-EPR (France/Germany) + CEC (RoHS 2011/65/EU) | ▲ Base: 100% recyclable materials ▲▲ Advanced: Zero-waste production chain | Advanced: 25% higher material costs; Base excludes CEC compliance |
Surface Finish | Premium gift editions, collector’s items | Industry: Flat matte finish Our Base: Embossed texture (ISO 2846-1) Our Advanced: UV gold stamping + embossing (ASTM D523) | ▲ Base: 3D tactile design ▲▲ Advanced: Metallic accents + anti-scratch coating | Advanced: Delicate finish requires careful handling; Base: limited color options |
Weight & Durability | Frequent handling, travel guides | Industry: 280 GSM cardboard (ISO 3689) Our Base: 250 GSM lightweight art paper (ASTM D5118) Our Advanced: Corrugated board core (ISO 3689) | ▲ Base: 15% lighter ▲▲ Advanced: 50% stronger impact resistance | Advanced: Bulky size; Base: less rigid compared to industry standards |
Customization Options | Corporate gifts, personalized editions | Industry: Limited text embossing Our Base: Full-color UV printing + embossing Our Advanced: Gold/foil stamping + holographic foil (ASTM D523) | ▲ Base: 20+ color choices ▲▲ Advanced: 10 unique metallic finishes | Advanced: 3-week longer lead time; Base: no holographic options |