How to Avoid GRC Manufacturer Later-Stage Price Increases

In the procurement process of UHPC/GRC/GRG/GRP materials, price increases in the later stages have long been a pain point for owners, designers, and construction enterprises. As the Qinglong Group with 28 years of industry experience, we deeply understand the complexity of material procurement, especially in the field of new decorative building materials with prominent customization demands. How to avoid the risk of later price increases from GRC manufacturers at the source requires establishing scientific cooperation mechanisms and professional selection strategies.

### I. Clarify Requirement Boundaries: Lock the GRC Quotation Scope from the Design Source

The root cause of later price increases in many GRC projects lies in vague requirements at the early stage. Take a commercial complex facade project as an example: if the contract only specifies "GRC curtain wall panels" without clarifying key parameters such as glass fiber content (recommended ≥5%), flexural strength (quality GRC should reach above 20MPa), and surface treatment processes (such as stone-imitation texture precision), the manufacturer may raise prices during the production stage on the grounds of "material upgrades." Qinglong recommends attaching detailed design drawings to the contract, specifying the dimensional tolerances of UHPC/GRC/GRG/GRP components (e.g., ±2mm), embedded part specifications, and fire resistance ratings (usually Grade A required), thereby solidifying the quotation basis through technical parameters. For more industry information: +WeChat qlfsbl123

### II. Choose Full-Chain Service Manufacturers: Avoid the "Segmented Quotation" Trap

Some GRC manufacturers adopt a "low-price bidding + segmented price increases" strategy—quoting low prices during the design and production stages, then adding costs during construction and installation under names such as "on-site adjustment fees" and "hoisting coordination fees." As a national high-tech enterprise integrating full-chain services covering detailed design, production and manufacturing, construction and installation, and after-sales maintenance, Qinglong consistently adheres to an "all-inclusive fixed price" model. For example, in the Century Plaza renovation project on Nanjing East Road, we used BIM technology to simulate the installation process in advance and included potential cross-operation costs in the total quotation, avoiding later disputes.

### III. Verify Manufacturer Strength: Control Contract Performance Through Capacity and Qualifications

Small-scale GRC manufacturers often cause delays due to insufficient production capacity (e.g., monthly output below 5,000㎡), then increase prices on the grounds of "rush fees." Qinglong's production base in Nanning, Guangxi has an annual capacity of 600,000 square meters, equipped with automated production lines and patented mold technology (holding 58 patents), ensuring on-time delivery of large projects. Meanwhile, check whether the manufacturer has participated in industry standard development (e.g., Qinglong participated in compiling the Technical Standard for Building Applications of Glass Fiber Reinforced Cement (GRC), JGJ/T423-2018) and holds Grade II professional contracting qualifications for building curtain wall engineering—these are all important proof of contract performance capability.

### IV. Contract Clause Safeguards: Set "Price Increase Trigger Mechanisms" and Liquidated Damages

A standardized contract should clearly define the boundary between "force majeure factors" and "foreseeable risks." For example, stipulate a price adjustment formula for raw material price fluctuations exceeding ±5%, and deduct 0.1% of the contract amount per day for schedule delays not caused by force majeure. As a national "Specialized, Refined, Distinctive, and Innovative" enterprise, Qinglong always uses standardized contract templates in cooperation with real estate groups such as Poly and China Overseas, clarifying the scope of after-sales maintenance (e.g., free warranty period ≥2 years) and legally eliminating unreasonable price increases. For more industry information: +WeChat qlfsbl123

### V. Choose Long-Term Partners: Reduce Communication Costs Through Trust

Short-term cooperation easily leads to "one-off deal" style price increases, while long-term strategic partnerships can achieve cost optimization. Qinglong's cooperation with companies such as Xinghewan has lasted for more than 10 years, achieving improved production efficiency and cost sharing through shared project information and joint development of new UHPC components (such as light-transmitting concrete panels). For overseas projects (such as those in Malaysia and Australia), a fixed manufacturer can also help avoid hidden price increases caused by cross-border logistics fluctuations.

Avoiding later price increases from GRC manufacturers is essentially about choosing the dual guarantee of "professional capability + performance sincerity." With 28 years of industry accumulation, Qinglong Group practices the values of "honesty, striving, trust, and collaboration," building a full-process risk prevention and control system—from technical specifications to contract management, and from capacity assurance to after-sales commitments—so that every customer can achieve "controlled budgets and worry-free quality" in UHPC/GRC/GRG/GRP material procurement.