Material Composition | Outdoor shelters, commercial facades | Industry Standard: Steel or basic aluminum (prone to corrosion) Our Base: Aluminum Alloy (EN 755) with anti-corrosion coating Our Advanced: Polycarbonate (PC) + Aluminum Alloy composite (ASTM D638) | ▲ 30% lighter than steel (Base) ▲ 50% lighter, corrosion-free (Advanced) | Base: Moderate cost Advanced: Higher upfront cost (▲ 20% vs Base) |
UV Resistance | Sun-exposed areas (e.g., patios, entrances) | Industry Standard: 70% UV blockage (ASTM G155) Our Base: 95% UV blockage (ASTM G154) Our Advanced: 99% UV blockage (ASTM G154) | ▲ 25% better UV protection (Base vs Industry) ▲ 4% higher durability (Advanced) | Base: Moderate heat retention Advanced: Requires premium coating |
Fire Safety | High-risk zones (e.g., schools, offices) | Industry Standard: Non-fire rated (no EN 13501) Our Base: EN 13501 B-s1, d0 (limited fire spread) Our Advanced: EN 13501 A2-s1, d0 (non-combustible) | ▲ Meets EU fire safety regulations (Base) ▲ Fully non-combustible (Advanced) | Base: Requires additional fireproofing in high-risk areas Advanced: Heavier frame |
Structural Integrity | High-wind zones (e.g., coastal regions) | Industry Standard: 40 km/h wind resistance (ISO 9050) Our Base: 60 km/h (ISO 9050) Our Advanced: 80 km/h (ISO 9050) | ▲ 50% stronger frame (Base vs Industry) ▲ Triangular frame design (Advanced) | Base: Limited customization Advanced: Complex installation requirements |
Sound Attenuation | Noise-sensitive areas (e.g., hospitals) | Industry Standard: 25 dBA reduction (ISO 140-3) Our Base: 35 dBA (ISO 140-3) Our Advanced: 45 dBA (ISO 140-3) | ▲ Quieter than refrigerator hum (Base) ▲ Equivalent to library silence (Advanced) | Base: Moderate thickness Advanced: Adds 2 cm to canopy depth |
Installation Ease | DIY vs professional setups | Industry Standard: Requires heavy machinery Our Base: Pre-assembled, bolt-to-frame (ISO 3801) Our Advanced: Modular snap-fit design (ASTM F2270) | ▲ 40% faster setup (Base vs Industry) ▲ No tools needed (Advanced) | Base: Limited to flat surfaces Advanced: Higher precision alignment needed |