Noise Reduction | Hospitals, offices, residential buildings | Industry Standard: 5 dBA ▲ Our Base: 8 dBA ▲ Our Advanced: 12 dBA (quieter than a refrigerator hum) | Reduces environmental noise pollution; improves acoustic comfort | Advanced version adds 4 lbs weight (may require structural reinforcement) |
Material Durability | Industrial plants, coastal regions | Industry Standard: Carbon steel (ASTM A36) ▲ Our Base: Galvanized steel (500+ hours salt spray test) ▲ Our Advanced: 304 Stainless Steel (ASTM A240) | Resists corrosion 3x longer in harsh environments; compatible with chemicals | Advanced version costs 25% more upfront |
Thermal Efficiency | Data centers, server rooms | Industry Standard: 12 W/m·K ▲ Our Base: 16 W/m·K ▲ Our Advanced: 20 W/m·K (exceeds ASHRAE 90.1) | Cuts HVAC energy use by 18% (reduces operational costs) | Advanced material requires specialized installation tools |
Installation Flexibility | Retrofit projects, modular buildings | Industry Standard: Straight-only design ▲ Our Base: 90° bends ▲ Our Advanced: 45° angled connectors (ISO 12000 compliant) | Enables complex duct layouts without cutting materials | Advanced connectors add 15% to labor time |
Maintenance Requirements | Schools, commercial kitchens | Industry Standard: Quarterly cleaning ▲ Our Base: Semi-annual cleaning ▲ Our Advanced: Annual cleaning (non-porous surface) | Reduces downtime by 50%; lowers labor costs | Advanced coating requires pH-neutral cleaners only |
Cost-Effectiveness | Budget-sensitive projects | Industry Standard: $25/ft ▲ Our Base: $32/ft ▲ Our Advanced: $45/ft (includes 10-year warranty) | Base version cuts 12% vs competitors; Advanced offers 30% longer lifespan | Advanced version may exceed initial project budgets |