Material Composition | Marine environments with chemical exposure/UV radiation | Industry Standard: Wood (ASTM D1990, 5-year lifespan) Our Base: HDPE (ASTM D790, 2700 MPa flexural modulus) ▲ (30% stronger than wood) Our Advanced: HDPE with UV inhibitors (ASTM D4329, 20-year warranty) ▲▲ (50% longer lifespan than Base) | HDPE resists rot, corrosion, and chemical exposure better than wood. UV-protected version maintains color/strength longer. | Higher upfront cost than wood; requires proper handling for installation. |
Buoyancy & Stability | Floating docks in varying water levels | Industry Standard: Aluminum (buoyancy 240 kg/m³) Our Base: HDPE (buoyancy 300 kg/m³) ▲ (25% higher buoyancy) Our Advanced: Reinforced HDPE (buoyancy 350 kg/m³) ▲▲ (16.7% increase over Base) | Higher buoyancy provides better stability in rough waters. | Aluminum may corrode over time; advanced version adds weight but improves stability. |
Deck Surface Safety | High-traffic areas with wet conditions | Industry Standard: Smooth plastic (coefficient of friction 0.4) Our Base: Textured HDPE (coefficient 0.6) ▲ (50% improvement) Our Advanced: Diamond-plate HDPE (coefficient 0.8) ▲▲ (33% better than Base) | Higher friction reduces slipping risks in wet environments. | More textured surfaces may be less aesthetically pleasing. |
Environmental Impact | Eco-sensitive water bodies | Industry Standard: Wood treated with chemicals Our Base: Recycled HDPE (ISO 14021 certified) ▲ (reduces chemical use by 40%) Our Advanced: 100% recycled HDPE with marine-safe additives (ISO 14024) ▲▲ (100% recyclable, zero leaching) | Reduced chemical leaching; recyclable materials. | Limited availability of recycled materials may increase cost. |
Customization Flexibility | Varying dock configurations | Industry Standard: Fixed designs Our Base: Modular (ISO 9001 certified assembly) ▲ (easy to expand) Our Advanced: Smart modular with quick-connect (ASTM F1541) ▲▲ (50% faster assembly) | Modular design allows easy adjustments and expansions. | Customization may require professional installation. |
Load Capacity | Heavy equipment/vehicles | Industry Standard: 1000 kg/m² Our Base: 1500 kg/m² ▲ (50% increase) Our Advanced: 2000 kg/m² ▲▲ (33% higher than Base) | Higher load capacity supports heavier uses like aquaculture equipment. | Increased load capacity may require stronger anchoring systems. |