Material | Commercial HVAC systems (malls, offices) | Industry Standard: Plastic (5J impact resistance) Our Base: Aluminum (6061-T6, 5000 psi tensile strength) Our Advanced: Stainless Steel (316, 5700 psi, ASTM A240) | ▲ Lighter weight (aluminum) ▲ 31% higher strength (stainless) Corrosion resistance in humid environments | ▲ Base: 15% costlier than plastic Advanced: 40% costlier than aluminum |
Installation | Retrofitting HVAC units | Industry: Requires tools (screwdrivers) Our Base: Tool-free (snap-fit, ISO 9001) Our Advanced: Magnetic alignment + tool-free | ▲ 50% faster installation ▲ No specialized tools Reduces labor costs | ▲ Advanced: Slightly bulkier design Base: Limited adjustability in tight spaces |
Durability | Industrial HVAC systems | Industry: 5,000 cycles (ASTM D5035) Our Base: 10,000 cycles Our Advanced: 15,000 cycles | ▲ 100% longer lifespan ▲ Withstands heavy daily use Minimizes replacement frequency | ▲ Advanced: Heavier than plastic alternatives |
Temperature Resistance | Extreme-temperature HVAC units | Industry: -20°C to 60°C Our Base: -30°C to 80°C (UL 94 V-0) Our Advanced: -40°C to 100°C | ▲ Operates in industrial freezers ▲ Tolerates furnace exhaust heat Ideal for extreme climates | ▲ Advanced: Requires thermal coating (adds cost) |
Load Capacity | Heavy-duty HVAC access doors | Industry: 50 kg Our Base: 75 kg (EN 13120) Our Advanced: 100 kg | ▲ Supports 50% heavier doors ▲ Prevents door sagging Suitable for industrial systems | ▲ Advanced: 20% thicker profile (may require custom frames) |
Corrosion Resistance | Coastal or chemical-heavy facilities | Industry: 100 hours neutral salt spray Our Base: 200 hours (ASTM B117) Our Advanced: 500 hours | ▲ 2x longer lifespan in corrosive environments ▲ Resists saltwater exposure Perfect for marine HVAC | ▲ Advanced: Requires premium coating (adds 25% cost) |