Material Composition | Labs requiring durability & customization | Industry: Basic steel (ASTM A36) Base: Full steel + iron (EN 10149) ▲ Advanced: Wood panels + fabric (ASTM D4236) ▲▲ | Base: Enhanced strength; Advanced: Aesthetic flexibility (e.g., wood grain) | Base: Heavier than industry; Advanced: Requires periodic fabric care |
Structural Stability | High-traffic labs | Industry: 20mm MDF top Base: 20mm ceramic lab worktop (EN 12409) ▲ Advanced: 25mm reinforced steel (ISO 3801) ▲▲ | Base: Resists chemical spills; Advanced: 25% thicker for heavy loads | Base: Similar to industry in thickness; Advanced: Higher cost |
Mobility | Flexible lab layouts | Industry: Basic casters Base: 50mm casters (EN 12408) ▲ Advanced: Lockable heavy-duty casters (ISO 7016) ▲▲ | Base: Smooth movement; Advanced: Secure positioning in dynamic settings | Base: Casters may wear faster; Advanced: Adds weight |
Chemical Resistance | Chemical labs | Industry: ASTM D543 (30min exposure) Base: ASTM D543 (60min) ▲ Advanced: ASTM F739 (120min) ▲▲ | Base: Double industry standard; Advanced: Withstands prolonged exposure | Base: Limited to non-corrosive chemicals; Advanced: Requires specialized coatings |
Noise Level | Quiet environments (e.g., labs with audio equipment) | Industry: 45 dBA Base: 43 dBA (ISO 7779) ▲ Advanced: 40 dBA (quieter than a refrigerator hum) ▲▲ | Base: Reduces ambient noise; Advanced: Ideal for sound-sensitive tasks | Base: Marginal improvement; Advanced: Higher cost for sound-dampening materials |
Customization | Tailored lab setups | Industry: Limited color/size options Base: Color options ▲ Advanced: Modular design + logo branding ▲▲ | Base: Matches existing decor; Advanced: Fully configurable for unique needs | Base: No structural modifications; Advanced: Assembly complexity increases |