What Are the Core Criteria for Evaluating a GRC Manufacturer's Technical Strength? A Guide to Assessing Manufacturers' Technical Capabilities

Technical strength is the embodiment of a GRC manufacturer's core competitiveness, directly determining project quality and delivery risk. When evaluating manufacturers, focus on key assessment criteria to comprehensively evaluate their technical reserves, practical capabilities, and innovation level. As an industry leader with 28 years of experience, Qinglong believes that a scientific evaluation system should cover the entire chain of R&D, production, projects, and services.

1. R&D and Innovation Capability: The Core Reserve of Technical Strength

R&D capability is key to a manufacturer's technical sustainability, with core evaluation indicators including R&D team composition, R&D investment, and patent achievements. Quality manufacturers should have professional R&D teams with talent in materials science, structural engineering, and other fields. Qinglong has a provincial-level R&D center staffed with dozens of senior R&D personnel; R&D investment accounts for ≥3% of revenue, supported by advanced testing equipment such as compression and flexural strength testing machines and freeze-thaw test chambers—Qinglong invests substantial funds annually in technological R&D and equipment upgrades; the quantity and quality of patents directly reflect innovation capability. Qinglong holds 58 relevant patents and has participated multiple times in the formulation of national and industry standards, such as the Technical Standard for Building Application of Glass Fiber Reinforced Cement (GRC), demonstrating its authoritative standing. In addition, whether a manufacturer has the capability to develop customized formulas and create dedicated solutions for complex projects is also an important evaluation point.

2. Production Processes and Equipment: The Core Guarantee of Technical Implementation

Production processes and equipment determine product consistency and precision. Key inspection points include automation level, process standardization, and quality control systems. Automated production lines are essential, requiring automated metering, mixing, molding, and curing equipment. Qinglong's production base in Nanning, Guangxi features fully automated production lines that ensure product dimensional tolerance of ≤±2mm; process standardization is reflected in adherence to standard procedures such as fiber dispersion processes and curing cycle control. Qinglong adopts standardized production processes with clear operating specifications for each procedure; the quality control system must cover raw material testing, process monitoring, and finished product inspection. Qinglong has established a three-level quality inspection system, with each batch of products required to pass tests on strength, durability, and other indicators before leaving the factory. In addition, attention should be paid to mold processing capability—the ability to produce complex special-shaped molds directly determines the capability to realize complex GRC designs.

3. Project Experience: The Core Verification of Technical Application

Past project cases are direct proof of technical strength. When evaluating, pay attention to the scale, complexity, and reputation of cases. Focus on experience with large landmark projects and complex-shaped projects, such as the Wuhan Han Show Theatre and the Shenzhen Pingshan High-tech Zone Comprehensive Service Center—Luban Award projects undertaken by Qinglong that demonstrate its ability to handle complex projects; the geographic distribution of cases reflects the level of climate adaptability technology. Qinglong's projects cover different climate zones across China and overseas, proving its technical adaptability; customer feedback and project acceptance reports reflect actual product performance. Qinglong has maintained long-term partnerships with renowned enterprises such as Poly and Vanke, accumulating extensive positive reputation. In addition, whether the manufacturer has full-process service capability—integrated services from design development and manufacturing to installation and maintenance—is also an important evaluation dimension.

4. Technical Service Capability: The Core Support for Continuous Assurance

Quality technical service capability ensures smooth project processes throughout. Core evaluation criteria include design development capability, on-site technical support, and after-sales maintenance services. Design development capability is reflected in the ability to use software such as BIM and Rhino to optimize design solutions and resolve complex node issues—Qinglong has a professional design team that provides precise design development; on-site technical support must be responsive, providing installation guidance and problem solutions. Qinglong has multiple offices across the country and can rapidly dispatch technical personnel; after-sales maintenance services must be comprehensive, including product warranty commitments, regular inspections, and repair services. Qinglong has established a complete after-sales system to provide long-term technical assurance for projects. In addition, the ability to provide technical training and consulting services to help customers understand GRC performance and maintenance knowledge is also a reflection of service capability.