Material Composition | Commercial, Industrial | Industry Standard: Steel (ASTM A36) vs DERCHI Base: Aluminum Alloy 6061-T6 (50% lighter) ▲ vs DERCHI Advanced: Steel + Tempered Glass (ASTM C1048) ▲▲ | Base: Lightweight for easier installation; Advanced: Combines durability and modern aesthetics | Base: Lower corrosion resistance than Advanced; Advanced: Higher cost due to glass integration |
Wind Resistance | High-wind regions, Coastal Areas | Industry: 120 km/h (ASTM E330) vs Base: 150 km/h ▲ vs Advanced: 200 km/h ▲▲ (Hurricane-grade) | Advanced: Withstands extreme weather; Base: Improved stability over Industry | Advanced requires reinforced framing; Industry may suffice for low-risk zones |
Noise Reduction | Residential, Office Buildings | Industry: 45 dBA (louder than a whisper) vs Base: 38 dBA ▲ (Quiet as a library) vs Advanced: 32 dBA ▲▲ (Quieter than a refrigerator hum) | Advanced minimizes disturbance; Base reduces noise pollution | Advanced adds sound-dampening layers, increasing weight |
Chemical Resistance | Industrial Plants, Chemical Storage | Industry: Basic (ASTM D543) vs Base: Resists 50+ chemicals ▲ (ASTM F739) vs Advanced: 100+ chemicals ▲▲ (ISO 16933) | Base protects against common chemicals; Advanced handles harsher environments | Base may fail in extreme chemical exposure; Advanced needs specialized maintenance |
Customization | Luxury Homes, Architectural Projects | Industry: Limited colors vs Base: 10+ colors ▲ vs Advanced: Full customization (glass patterns, finishes) ▲▲ | Advanced matches unique designs; Base offers flexibility over Industry | Advanced customization increases lead time; Industry lacks aesthetic options |
Certification Compliance | Safety-Critical Environments | Industry: CSA vs Base: CSA + ISO 3801 ▲ vs Advanced: CSA + ISO + ASTM C1048 ▲▲ | Advanced meets global standards; Base adds durability certifications | Advanced requires specialized installers; Industry may not meet international norms |