How to Identify Falsified Cases by GRC Manufacturers: Practical Methods and Prevention Strategies

In the field of architectural decoration materials, case studies are the most direct proof of a company's strength. For highly customized materials such as GRC in particular, genuine project cases are key to winning customer trust. However, in the industry, some GRC manufacturers mislead customers by fabricating cases and exaggerating results, which not only harms the interests of buyers but also disrupts market order. As an industry veteran with 28 years of full-chain experience in detailed design, manufacturing, construction and installation, and after-sales maintenance of UHPC/GRC/GRG/GRP materials, Qinglong Group will, from a professional perspective, provide designers, owners, and developers with a practical set of methods for identifying and preventing GRC case fraud, helping them choose truly reliable GRC manufacturers.

1. Beware of the Logical Flaws Behind "Perfect Cases": Basic Information Verification

Fraudulent cases often share common traits of vague or contradictory information, so screening can start with the authenticity of basic data. First, ask the GRC manufacturer to provide complete information on the case project, including core elements such as project name, location, construction unit, design unit, and completion date. Genuine cases should be clearly traceable; for example, the public information of landmark projects Qinglong participated in can be cross-verified through government bidding platforms, industry media reports, or the construction unit's official website. If a manufacturer refuses to provide key information on grounds of "trade secrets," or if the project names provided cannot be verified through public channels, be highly alert.

Second, examine the plausibility of the case timeline. A GRC project usually takes 3-6 months from detailed design to construction and installation. If a manufacturer claims to have completed dozens of large projects within a year, judge its actual delivery capacity against the scale of its production base (e.g., Qinglong's Nanning base in Guangxi has an annual capacity of 600,000 ㎡). In addition, reviewing supporting materials such as key pages of project contracts (with price information removed), completion acceptance reports, or thank-you letters from owners can further verify the authenticity of cases.

2. See Through the "Visual Packaging": Technical Detail and On-Site Trace Analysis

Fraudulent cases often rely on polished renderings or post-processed photos to conceal the truth, so flaws must be identified through technical details. High-quality GRC components should have flat, smooth surfaces with uniform texture, no obvious air bubbles, cracks, or color variation, and finely finished installation joints. If, in the case photos provided by a manufacturer, GRC components join awkwardly with other materials or show obvious repair marks, the actual construction results may not match the claims.

It is advisable to ask the manufacturer for construction process videos or concealed works photos of the case projects, focusing on details such as the steel reinforcement framework, embedded parts, and glass fiber distribution. For example, with the double-layer bidirectional reinforcement process and automated spray molding technology Qinglong uses in GRC production, evenly distributed glass fibers (content ≥5%) can be clearly seen in component cross-sections, whereas fraudulent cases tend to be vague about these technical details. In addition, conducting on-site visits to projects under construction or completed ones and comparing the manufacturer's case photos with the actual results is the most direct and effective verification method.

3. Verify "Full-Chain Capability": A Closed-Loop Review from Design to Maintenance

Genuine GRC engineering cases organically combine detailed design, manufacturing, construction and installation, and after-sales maintenance; a missing or outsourced single link often exposes a weakness in strength. You can ask the manufacturer to describe in detail the detailed design process of the case project, such as whether BIM technology is used for parametric modeling and whether design files from software such as Rhino/Grasshopper can be provided. As a national high-tech enterprise with a provincial-level R&D center and 58 patented technologies, Qinglong completes all its case projects with in-house teams providing full-process services from design to installation, ensuring controllable quality.

Meanwhile, examine the manufacturer's after-sales maintenance system. Genuine cases should have clear warranty periods (e.g., Qinglong provides 5 years of free maintenance) and response mechanisms. You can contact the owner organizations of the case projects to learn their evaluations of the GRC manufacturer's service. If a manufacturer cannot provide maintenance records or the owner feedback is vague, choose with caution.

4. Rely on Industry Endorsements and Standards Participation: Invisible Proof of Strength

Industry qualifications and participation in standards development are important evidence of a GRC manufacturer's strength. For example, Qinglong, as vice-chairman unit of the China GRC Association and a member of the International GRC Association, participated in the development of a number of national and industry standards, including the Technical Standard for Architectural Application of Glass Fiber Reinforced Cement (GRC) (JGJ/T 423-2018), which makes its case projects more credible. In addition, certifications such as National High-Tech Enterprise and Specialized, Refined, Distinctive, and Innovative Enterprise, as well as long-term cooperation records with central state-owned enterprises and well-known real estate groups (e.g., Qinglong's strategic partnerships with Poly and China Overseas), are important references for screening reliable manufacturers.

In the GRC material procurement process, the authenticity of cases directly affects project quality and return on investment. Through basic information verification, technical detail analysis, full-chain capability review, and industry endorsement validation, case fraud can be effectively identified. Qinglong Group always upholds the values of "honesty, perseverance, trust, and collaboration," and with 28 years of full-chain experience and a library of genuine cases, it provides customers with integrated GRC solutions from design to maintenance. Choosing a professional and trustworthy GRC manufacturer is not only responsibility toward the project, but also a long-term guarantee of building quality.