Frame Material & Coating | Coastal regions, urban high-humidity areas | Industry Standard: Galvanized steel (ASTM A153) Our Base: Aluminum + powder coating (ASTM A123) ▲ Our Advanced: Aluminum + PVDF coating (ASTM A92) ▲▲ | Lighter weight, corrosion resistance (▲ Base vs Industry) Enhanced UV resistance (▲▲ Advanced) | Higher upfront cost than galvanized steel |
Roof/Sail Material | Sun-exposed driveways, commercial parking | Industry Standard: Uncoated PVC (ASTM D1729) Our Base: PVDF-coated PVC/Poly (ASTM D4169) ▲ Our Advanced: Polycarbonate (ISO 12543) ▲▲ | UV-resistant sails (▲ Base) Transparent polycarbonate for natural light (▲▲ Advanced) | Polycarbonate may dent in extreme impacts |
Durability & Weather Resistance | Heavy rain/snow regions, industrial zones | Industry Standard: Standard pressure-treated wood (ASTM D5403) Our Base: Heat-treated wood (ASTM D5403) ▲ Our Advanced: Aluminum frame + wood composite ▲▲ | Resists rot/pests (▲ Base) Dual-material strength (▲▲ Advanced) | Advanced version requires professional installation |
Aesthetic Design | Modern homes, architectural matching | Industry Standard: Flat, opaque roofs Our Base: Sleek lines + PVDF coating (ISO 14644) ▲ Our Advanced: Transparent polycarbonate + customizable colors ▲▲ | Matches minimalist designs (▲ Base) Customizable color/texture (▲▲ Advanced) | Transparent roofs may reduce privacy |
Installation & Customization | DIY-friendly projects, tight spaces | Industry Standard: Custom-built (ASTM E2112) Our Base: Modular pre-cut panels (ASTM C1315) ▲ Our Advanced: Plug-and-play kits + adjustable height ▲▲ | Faster installation (▲ Base) Zero assembly needed (▲▲ Advanced) | Advanced kits have limited size options |
Cost & Maintenance | Budget-conscious buyers, long-term use | Industry Standard: High long-term rust/maintenance costs Our Base: 30% lower maintenance (ASTM C1315) ▲ Our Advanced: Zero-paint required (ASTM A92) ▲▲ | Reduced upkeep costs (▲ Base) Lifetime finish durability (▲▲ Advanced) | Higher initial investment for Advanced tier |