Material Composition | Outdoor settings, high-traffic areas | Industry Standard: Steel (ASTM A36) Our Base: Aluminum (EN AW-6063) ▲ (Lightweight, 1.5x lighter than steel) Our Advanced: Stainless Steel (ASTM A240) ▲▲ (Corrosion resistance, 50-year lifespan) | Lighter materials reduce installation costs; Advanced offers superior corrosion resistance | Base may dent more easily; Advanced is costlier |
Durability | Coastal areas, high humidity | Industry Standard: 10-year warranty (ASTM G85) Our Base: 15-year warranty ▲ (Salt spray test: 500 hours) Our Advanced: 25-year warranty ▲▲ (Salt spray test: 1000 hours) | Extended warranties reduce replacement needs | Advanced requires more maintenance |
Security Features | High-theft areas, commercial use | Industry Standard: Basic lock (ASTM F2332) Our Base: Reinforced lock ▲ (Pick-resistant, 10mm steel shackle) Our Advanced: Smart lock ▲▲ (Biometric access, tamper alarm) | Enhanced security prevents unauthorized access | Advanced features may require tech support |
Design & Aesthetic | Residential gardens, historic districts | Industry Standard: Basic cylindrical design Our Base: Vintage lion-head motif ▲ (EN 13120 compliant) Our Advanced: Custom engravings ▲▲ (Available in 5 colors) | Enhances property aesthetics | Custom designs may increase lead time |
Capacity | Apartment complexes, offices | Industry Standard: 0.5 cubic feet (ANSI/BHMA A156.13) Our Base: 0.75 cubic feet ▲ (Handles 100+ letters) Our Advanced: 1.2 cubic feet ▲▲ (Handles 200+ letters) | Larger capacity reduces overflow | Larger size may require more space |
Customization | Corporate branding, personalization | Industry Standard: Limited color choices (3 options) Our Base: 5 colors ▲ (Includes standard engravings) Our Advanced: Full customization ▲▲ (Any color, logos, sizes) | Better brand alignment | Advanced customization adds cost and time |