What Terms Should Be Clarified When Signing a Contract with a UHPC Manufacturer?

When signing a contract with a UHPC manufacturer, six core clauses must be clarified: product specifications, quality standards, delivery schedule, acceptance method, after-sales service, and liability for breach of contract, so as to avoid later disputes. Qinglong's contract terms are standardized and transparent. Backed by 28 years of project experience, they fully safeguard the rights and interests of both parties, and long-term strategic partnerships have been established with enterprises such as Poly and China Overseas.

1. Product and Quality Clauses: Clarifying Core Requirements

Product and quality are the core of the contract. Product specifications: clarify the thickness of UHPC panels (tolerance ≤ ±1mm), dimensions (tolerance ≤ ±2mm), shapes (including drawing confirmation), and surface treatment (acid washing, stone-effect finishes, etc.). Qinglong's contract includes detailed technical drawings with clearly defined specification tolerances. Quality standards: stipulate the industry standards to be applied (such as "Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC) Exterior Wall Panels") and clarify performance indicators such as compressive strength (≥120MPa) and flexural strength (≥15MPa). Qinglong's contract specifies that products must pass both manufacturer self-inspection and third-party testing. Material requirements: clarify the brands/specifications of raw materials such as cement, fibers, and aggregates. Qinglong's contract stipulates the use of low-alkali cement and alkali-resistant glass fiber to ensure material quality.

2. Delivery and Acceptance Clauses: Ensuring Delivery and Quality

Delivery and acceptance clauses prevent delivery disputes. Delivery schedule: specify the exact delivery time (accurate to the week), delivery location (construction site/warehouse), and transportation responsibility (manufacturer/Party A). Qinglong's contract stipulates that the manufacturer is responsible for product damage during transportation. Acceptance method: sampling ratio (≥3%), test items (appearance, dimensions, strength), and acceptance criteria (e.g., defect-free surfaces and dimensional tolerances within limits). Qinglong supports third-party testing, with testing fees clearly agreed upon. Objection handling: clarify the time limit for raising acceptance objections (≤7 days) and resolution methods (rework/replacement). Qinglong's response time to objections is ≤24 hours, resolving issues quickly.

3. Service, Payment and Breach-of-Contract Clauses: Clarifying Rights and Responsibilities

These clauses ensure smooth cooperation. After-sales service: agree on the warranty period (≥5 years), warranty coverage (cracking, deformation, etc. not caused by human factors), and after-sales response time (≤48 hours). Qinglong offers a warranty period of up to 10 years with free repair services. Payment method: clarify the proportion and payment timing of the advance payment (≤30%), progress payments (based on production/installation progress), and final payment (≤30 days after passing acceptance). Qinglong's payment terms are flexible and support payment by project milestones. Liability for breach of contract: stipulate liabilities for delayed delivery (liquidated damages paid daily, ≤0.1% of the total contract value per day) and substandard products (rework/replacement plus compensation for losses). Qinglong's contract breach liabilities are reciprocal, protecting the interests of both parties. Project case: the contract Qinglong signed for the Shanghai New World Plaza project clearly specified all of the above clauses, and the project was delivered smoothly without any disputes.