Material Composition | Harsh underwater environments | Industry: Aluminum (ASTM B209) ▲ Base: Steel (ASTM A36) ▲ Advanced: Steel + Corrosion Coating (ISO 12944) | Base: Durable for marine use; Advanced: Enhanced corrosion resistance (ISO 12944) | Advanced: Higher weight may reduce mobility; Base: Slightly less corrosion-resistant than Advanced |
Power Source | Remote/urban sites requiring flexibility | Industry: Diesel Only ▲ Base: Diesel ▲ Advanced: Diesel/Electric Hybrid (ISO 8528) | Advanced: Quiet electric mode for urban use; Base: Cost-effective for standard jobs | Advanced: Dual systems require more maintenance; Base lacks hybrid efficiency |
Noise Level | Residential or noise-sensitive areas | Industry: 85 dBA ▲ Base: 75 dBA ▲ Advanced: 70 dBA (quieter than typical excavators) | Advanced: Reduced noise pollution (70 dBA ≈ whispering); Base: Moderate noise reduction | Advanced: Higher cost due to sound-dampening tech; Industry standard exceeds legal limits in many regions |
Warranty Period | Long-term project investments | Industry: 6 months ▲ Base: 1 year ▲ Advanced: 2 years (ISO 19696) | Advanced: Extended coverage for critical operations; Base: Meets basic durability expectations | Base: Shorter coverage may require frequent repairs; Advanced: Higher upfront cost |
Lifting Capacity | Heavy-duty dredging tasks | Industry: 500 kg ▲ Base: 800 kg ▲ Advanced: 1,200 kg (ISO 4309) | Advanced: Handles large-scale projects (e.g., pipeline laying); Base: Sufficient for medium tasks | Advanced: Slower operation speed; Base: Limited to lighter loads |
Modular Design | Customized or evolving projects | Industry: Fixed components ▲ Base: Partial modularity ▲ Advanced: Full modularity (ISO 724) | Advanced: Easy upgrades (e.g., adding winches); Base: Limited flexibility | Base: Requires partial disassembly for changes; Advanced: Higher initial setup cost |