Material Composition | Industrial/High-Stress Environments | Industry: Aluminum + Plastic (ASTM D638) Our Base: Steel (ASTM A36) + EPDM Rubber (ASTM D2000) ▲ Our Advanced: Stainless Steel (ASTM A240) + EPDM Rubber ▲▲ | Enhanced durability and corrosion resistance in Base/Advanced versions. Steel provides structural integrity. | Base version may be heavier than plastic alternatives; Advanced requires premium materials. |
Sound Reduction Performance | Offices/Theaters/Recording Studios | Industry: 25 dB (ISO 140-3) Our Base: 30 dB ▲ Our Advanced: 35 dB ▲▲ (quieter than a whisper) | Advanced model meets stringent acoustic regulations (e.g., STC 45+). | Base may not suffice for high-noise environments like factories. |
Fire Resistance | Hospitals/Schools/Commercial Buildings | Industry: ASTM E84 Class B (26-75 Flame Spread) Our Base: Class A (0-25) ▲ Our Advanced: 0 Flame Spread ▲▲ (UL 263) | Base meets most safety codes; Advanced exceeds for high-risk zones. | Advanced requires specialized installation to maintain fireproofing integrity. |
Load Capacity | Warehouses/Auditoriums (Heavy-Duty) | Industry: 500 lbs (ASTM D638) Our Base: 700 lbs ▲ Our Advanced: 1000 lbs ▲▲ | Supports heavy structures without sagging (e.g., suspended ceilings). | Base may fail under extreme loads (e.g., earthquake zones). |
Chemical Resistance | Industrial Zones/Chemical Labs | Industry: Withstands 20 chemicals (ASTM D543) Our Base: 50+ chemicals ▲ Our Advanced: 100+ chemicals ▲▲ (e.g., sulfuric acid) | Advanced ensures longevity in harsh chemical environments. | Advanced requires careful handling to avoid compromising rubber seals. |
Resilience & Vibration Damping | Machinery/Heavy-Foot-Traffic Areas | Industry: 10% deflection (ASTM D695) Our Base: 15% ▲ Our Advanced: 20% ▲▲ (reduces vibration by 40%) | Advanced minimizes noise from vibrations (e.g., HVAC systems). | Higher resilience adds cost and may require thicker materials. |