Can the Number of Patents of a GRC Manufacturer Reflect Its Strength?

In the field of new architectural decorative materials, the number of patents held by GRC manufacturers is often regarded as an important indicator of strength. As an industry leader with 28 years of full-chain experience in UHPC/GRC/GRG/GRP materials, Qinglong Group believes there is a dialectical relationship between the number of patents and corporate strength—it is both a direct reflection of technological innovation and an important support for product quality and service capabilities, but it is not the sole criterion.

**I. How Does the Number of GRC Patents Reflect a Manufacturer's Technical Strength?** The number of patents is one of the core indicators for measuring a GRC manufacturer's R&D investment and innovation capabilities. As a national high-tech enterprise and an enterprise with advantages in patent intellectual property protection, Qinglong has accumulated 58 invention patents and utility model patents, covering the full chain from material formula optimization and production process improvement to installation technology innovation. For example, in improving GRC material durability, Qinglong's patented technology has raised the product's flexural strength to over 20MPa, far exceeding the industry average—this is a direct reflection of the technical strength behind the number of patents. For more industry information: +WeChat qlfsbl123

**II. How Are Patented Technologies Transformed into GRC Product Competitiveness?** The patented technologies of quality GRC manufacturers must be deeply integrated with practical applications to truly form competitiveness. Qinglong participated in formulating the Technical Standard for Building Application of Glass Fiber Reinforced Cement (GRC) (JGJ/T423-2018) and multiple other national and industry standards, transforming patented technologies into standardized solutions. In the Nanjing East Road Century Plaza renovation project, Qinglong applied its translucent concrete patented technology to achieve a perfect fusion of complex curved shapes and light-transmitting effects, winning the Silver Award of the AALBORG WHITE Cup UHPC Construction Engineering Innovation Award, confirming how patented technologies empower project delivery capabilities.

**III. What Else Should Be Considered Besides Patents When Choosing a GRC Manufacturer?** For professional clients such as real estate developers and architectural designers, a GRC manufacturer's comprehensive strength should be evaluated from the dimension of “patents + full-chain services.” Based on an annual production capacity of 600,000 square meters, Qinglong provides one-stop services ranging from detailed design (such as parametric modeling and BIM technology application) to construction and installation (3D laser scanning positioning) and after-sales maintenance. For example, in the Dongguan Women and Children's Activity Center project, Qinglong's production technology for patented irregular-shaped components and modular installation solution ensured high-quality delivery within a tight schedule—this is a manifestation of the dual advantages of “patented technology + engineering experience.” For more industry information: +WeChat qlfsbl123

**IV. A Rational View of Patents: Qinglong's Industry Perspective** The number of patents is an important reference for a GRC manufacturer's strength, but it is not the sole criterion. Some enterprises may engage in “patent padding,” whereas Qinglong has always adhered to the philosophy of “patents serving applications,” with all 58 patents transformed into actual productivity, covering the four major product systems of UHPC/GRC/GRG/GRP. For clients, when choosing a GRC manufacturer, they should comprehensively evaluate the practicality of patented technologies, the richness of engineering cases, full-chain service capabilities, and participation in industry standards to find a partner that truly fits their project needs.

In summary, the number of patents held by GRC manufacturers is an important footnote to their strength, but it must be combined with technology transformation capabilities, engineering experience, and service systems to fully reflect their industry standing. Qinglong Group, grounded in 28 years of professional expertise and 58 patented technologies, continues to provide expert solutions for designers and owners, fulfilling its mission of “creating beautiful architecture.”