Material Composition | Harsh marine environments, chemical exposure | - Industry Standard: Pressure-treated wood (ASTM D4442) - Our Base: HDPE (ASTM D3514 compliant) - Our Advanced: Reinforced HDPE with UV inhibitors (ASTM D4018) | ▲ Base: 50% lighter than wood (easier transport). ▲ Advanced: 30% stronger UV resistance (longer lifespan). | Initial cost 20% higher than wood (Industry Standard). |
Load Capacity | Commercial traffic, heavy machinery | - Industry Standard: 3 tons (ISO 14443) - Our Base: 5 tons (▲2 ▲ from Industry) - Our Advanced: 8 tons (▲3 ▲ from Base) | ▲ Base: Supports trucks (e.g., fire trucks). ▲ Advanced: Handles 10+ people/vehicle combinations. | Larger footprints for higher capacities require more water space. |
Environmental Resistance | Saltwater, UV exposure, corrosion-prone areas | - Industry Standard: Aluminum (ASTM B221) with 500-hour UV resistance - Our Base: HDPE with 1,000-hour UV resistance (ASTM G154) - Our Advanced: HDPE + anti-corrosion coating (ASTM B117) | ▲ Base: 100% corrosion-free (no rust). ▲ Advanced: 50% less maintenance (no painting). | Advanced version adds 15% to upfront cost. |
Assembly Complexity | Rapid deployment, DIY installation | - Industry Standard: Custom fabrication (requires welding) - Our Base: Modular snap-fit (no tools, 2-hour assembly) - Our Advanced: Pre-assembled sections (1-hour setup) | ▲ Base: Reduces labor by 70%. ▲ Advanced: Ready-to-use in 30 minutes. | Customization requires professional help for non-standard designs. |
Safety Features | Public access, high-traffic areas | - Industry Standard: Basic handrails (OSHA 1910.29) - Our Base: Non-slip surface + handrails (ASTM F1677) - Our Advanced: LED lighting + anti-corrosion handrails (IEC 60598) | ▲ Base: 40% fewer slip incidents (verified by ASTM F1677). ▲ Advanced: Night visibility + 20-year handrail lifespan. | Advanced features add 25% to total cost. |
Cost Efficiency | Long-term infrastructure projects | - Industry Standard: Lower initial cost (e.g., wood: $50/ft) - Our Base: Moderate upfront ($100/ft) but 30% lower 5-year maintenance - Our Advanced: Higher upfront ($150/ft) but 50% lower 10-year maintenance | ▲ Base: 25% ROI in 3 years (vs. wood). ▲ Advanced: 50% ROI in 5 years (vs. aluminum). | Higher upfront cost may deter short-term projects. |