Structural Steel Framework | Heavy machinery storage, industrial warehouses | Industry Standard: ASTM A500 Grade B (250 MPa yield strength) Our Base: ASTM A500 Grade B Our Advanced: ASTM A500 Grade C (▲1, 345 MPa) | Base meets global standards; Advanced offers 38% stronger load-bearing capacity | Advanced version increases material costs by ~15% due to higher-grade steel |
Corrosion Protection | Coastal or chemical-exposed environments | Industry Standard: Painted coating (ASTM D3924) Our Base: Painted (matches standard) Our Advanced: Hot-Dip Galvanized (▲1, ASTM A123) | Advanced resists corrosion 5x longer in saltwater exposure (▲1) | Galvanizing adds ~$10/ft² to production costs |
Safety Certifications | Global industrial markets | Industry Standard: CE Certification Our Base: CE Our Advanced: CE + CWB (▲1, Canadian compliance) | Advanced qualifies for Canadian projects requiring CWB certification | Dual certification requires additional testing, delaying delivery by 2 weeks |
Modular Design | Scalable warehouses, temporary facilities | Industry Standard: Prefabricated modules Our Base: Modular (ISO 12236) Our Advanced: Plug-and-play modules (▲1, 50% faster assembly) | Advanced reduces setup time by 3 days for 10,000 sq ft warehouses | Custom modules may limit compatibility with third-party systems |
Fire Resistance | High-risk storage areas | Industry Standard: 1-hour fire rating (ASTM E119) Our Base: 1-hour (matches) Our Advanced: 2-hour rating (▲1, 1400°C resistance) | Advanced meets stricter fire codes for flammable material storage | Fireproof coating adds 20% to roof panel weight, requiring reinforced beams |
Floor Load Capacity | Heavy equipment storage | Industry Standard: 2000 kg/m² Our Base: 2500 kg/m² (▲1) Our Advanced: 3000 kg/m² (▲2) | Base exceeds standard by 25%; Advanced supports 50% heavier machinery | Higher capacities require thicker steel beams, increasing material costs |