Material & Compliance | Regulatory-compliant storage | - Industry: Basic glass (non-certified) - Base: Glass with RoHS/CE (2011/65/EU & EN 12489) - Advanced: Same + FDA food-grade (21 CFR 175.300)▲ | Ensures safety and market access. Base: Meets EU standards. Advanced: Expanded compliance for global markets. | Higher costs for certifications. Advanced requires specialized testing. |
Sealing Type | Airtight vs. easy-access storage | - Industry: Cork only - Base: Cork seal - Advanced: Cork + screw cap▲ (ISO 22076) | Base: Traditional airtight seal for wine. Advanced: Versatility for spirits (cork) or oils (screw cap). | Advanced requires managing multiple cap types. |
Surface Handling | Customization for branding/gifting | - Industry: Plain glass - Base: Frost finish (ASTM C150) - Advanced: Frost + screen printing▲ (ISO 12647-7) | Base: Sleek aesthetic for premium products. Advanced: Custom logos/text for branding. | Screen printing adds production time/cost. |
Capacity Range | Flexible volume needs | - Industry: Limited (e.g., 750ml) - Base: 500ml, 750ml - Advanced: All sizes (500ml, 700ml, 750ml, 1L)▲ | Advanced caters to bulk storage (1L) and smaller pours (500ml). | Storage/logistics complexity for multiple sizes. |
Application Versatility | Multi-use in hospitality/retail | - Industry: Single-use (e.g., wine) - Base: Spirits, wine - Advanced: 10+ beverages▲ (brandy, tequila, beer, etc.) | Advanced suits bars, gourmet kitchens, and event decor. | Requires thorough cleaning between uses. |
Durability & Safety | High-traffic commercial settings | - Industry: Standard glass - Base: Tempered glass (ASTM C1048) - Advanced: Tempered + UV-resistant coating▲ | Base: 5x stronger than standard glass. Advanced: Resists fading in sunlight. | Advanced adds weight and cost. |