Material Composition | Coastal homes, high-traffic offices | Industry Standard: Steel (ASTM A36) Our Base: Carbon Steel (ASTM A36) Our Advanced: Aluminum 6061-T6 (35% lighter▲) | Advanced: Corrosion-resistant and lighter (▲: lighter than Base). Base: Cost-effective strength. | Advanced: Higher cost. Base: Heavier than Advanced. |
Ladder Style | Small apartments, limited storage | Industry Standard: Folding ladder (ANSI A14.3) Our Base: Folding with manual lock (ASTM F1907) Our Advanced: Telescopic with auto-retract (▲) | Advanced: Auto-retract saves space (▲: easier storage). Base: Simpler, cheaper. | Advanced: Requires maintenance. Base: Bulky when folded. |
Weight Capacity | Tool storage vs family use | Industry Standard: 300 lbs (ASTM F1907) Our Base: 400 lbs▲ (▲: 33% increase) Our Advanced: 500 lbs▲▲ (▲▲: 67% over industry) | Advanced: Supports heavy loads (▲▲). Base: Sufficient for most homes. | Advanced: Heavier. Base: Lower capacity. |
Safety Features | Commercial settings, warehouses | Industry Standard: Non-slip rungs (ASTM F1907) Our Base: Non-slip + side rails▲ (▲: added stability) Our Advanced: LED lighting + emergency lock▲▲ | Advanced: Dark-area safety (▲▲). Base: Meets basic safety. | Advanced: Higher cost. Base: Lacks advanced features. |
Installation Complexity | DIY vs professional setups | Industry Standard: Professional required (ANSI A14.3) Our Base: DIY-friendly (▲) Our Advanced: Professional recommended▲ | Base: Saves labor costs (▲). Advanced: Expert installation ensures precision. | Advanced: Requires professionals. Base: Limited customization. |
Customization Options | Custom home designs, unique spaces | Industry Standard: Fixed sizes only Our Base: Adjustable height (±6")▲ Our Advanced: Full customization (size, material, color)▲▲ | Advanced: Tailored to unique needs (▲▲). Base: Basic adjustments. | Advanced: Higher cost. Base: Limited flexibility. |