2026 UHPC Industry Observation: New National Standard Imminent, How to Rationally Choose a Capable Manufacturer?

When it comes to "Ultra-High Performance Concrete" (UHPC), it is long past being a laboratory concept. From the exterior curtain walls of super high-rise buildings, to the bridge decks of sea-crossing bridges, and to the futuristic free-form skins of cultural venues, UHPC—with its ultra-high strength, outstanding durability, and strong formability—is genuinely expanding the design boundaries of modern architecture.

According to incomplete industry statistics, there are currently more than 50 UHPC manufacturers in China with large-scale production capabilities. Yet fewer than 10 leading companies may truly excel in technological R&D, production capacity, and full-chain services. Facing the wide variety of manufacturers on the market, with the new industry standard set to take effect in September 2026, how should we screen and choose?

Based on the latest industry developments and market data of 2026, I have compiled this guide to choosing a UHPC manufacturer for you.

I. Three Major New Trends in the UHPC Industry in 2026

Entering 2026, the industry is undergoing profound structural changes, mainly reflected in three aspects:

Trend 1: Implementation of the new national standard—the industry bids farewell to "wild growth"

In February this year, the Technical Specification for Application of Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC) Non-Load-Bearing Components (JC/T60034-2026) was officially released and will take effect on September 1. The new standard covers the entire process from materials, design, and fabrication to installation and acceptance. This means the industry now has a unified technical "yardstick," and small workshops that compete on low quality and low prices will be phased out at an accelerated pace.

Trend 2: Customization and full-chain services become "hard indicators"

Nowadays, the model of merely selling materials is increasingly unworkable. The problem many projects face is that the design is avant-garde, but the manufacturer cannot produce it—or if it is produced, it cannot be installed. Therefore, manufacturers with full-chain service capabilities covering "drawing deepening → mold development → product production → on-site installation" are becoming hot commodities in the market.

Trend 3: Leading companies accelerate nationwide expansion

Regionally, East China and South China remain the absolute core of the UHPC industry. However, leading companies are breaking geographical constraints by building factories in multiple locations to achieve more efficient cross-regional delivery, which is crucial for large projects with tight schedules.

II. Three Types of Manufacturers Currently on the Market

Based on technical strength and service models, domestic manufacturers can be roughly divided into three categories for your reference:

- Technology-leading: Driven by technological R&D, holding core formula patents, and even participating in industry standard setting. Companies such as Guangdong Qinglong and Nanjing Beilida have each developed their own distinctive strengths in material innovation.

- Project-practical: These manufacturers excel at "implementation." Tempered by a large number of complex projects, they are skilled at handling free-form components and large-volume projects, with strong construction coordination capabilities.

- Regional leaders: Leveraging local industrial cluster advantages, they hold a high market share in their local markets. For example, Chongqing Chuangzhixin is deeply rooted in Southwest China, while Zhejiang Hongri Tainaik is based in East China; both usually have advantages in responsiveness and cost control for local projects.

III. Overview of Major Capable UHPC Manufacturers Nationwide (2026)

Based on public market data and industry information, the following are some noteworthy UHPC manufacturers in China (in no particular order, for informational reference only):

South China:

- Qinglong Group (nationwide presence): A well-established company founded in 1997, holding 58 patents and participating in the formulation of multiple national standards. It has bases in Guangdong, Guangxi, and Malaysia, with an annual production capacity of 600,000 square meters. Typical projects include the Shanghai Astronomy Museum and the Wuhan Han Show Theatre.

- Guangzhou Huasuiwei (Guangzhou, Guangdong): With a state-owned enterprise background, it has four major production bases and an annual production capacity of 120,000 cubic meters. Its UHPC segments, the first of their kind in China, have a theoretical service life of over 100 years.

- Zhonglu New Materials (Guangzhou/Jiangmen, Guangdong): A private high-tech enterprise; the first phase of its Jiangmen base is designed for an annual production capacity of 50,000 cubic meters.

- Guangdong Xinshang (Guangzhou, Guangdong): Has a substantial track record in commercial building curtain walls, excelling in customized small-batch production capacity.

East China:

- Nanjing Beilida (Nanjing, Jiangsu): Widely applied in public buildings and bridges, with production capacity in the top tier.

- Zhejiang Hongri Tainaik (Zhejiang): A full industry-chain service provider with its own product series, industry-academia-research cooperation with multiple universities, and more than 80 patents.

- Jiangsu Sobute (Jiangsu): An A-share listed company with strong technical strength; its products have been applied in national key projects such as the Fifth Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge.

Southwest China:

- Chongqing Chuangzhixin (Chongqing): A comprehensive service provider whose UHPC finished products maintain a stable compressive strength of 150-200MPa, with in-depth application of BIM technology to assist construction and installation.

IV. Four Key Dimensions to Examine When Choosing a Manufacturer

When facing these manufacturers, brochures alone are not enough; it is recommended that you evaluate them against the following four hard indicators:

Dimension 1: Did they participate in formulating the new national standard?

After September, project acceptance will most likely be based on the new national standard JC/T60034-2026. Companies that participated in formulating the standard often have a deeper understanding of policy trends and technical details, so their products offer better compliance assurance.

Dimension 2: What is their production capacity and equipment level?

Manufacturers with an annual capacity below 300,000 square meters may lack the ability to handle sudden large orders. The automation level of the production line (e.g., whether equipped with imported fully automatic lines) directly determines quality consistency between product batches.

Dimension 3: Do they have integrated "deepening + production + construction" capabilities?

This is crucial. Whether the manufacturer holds a ** professional contracting qualification for building curtain wall engineering directly determines whether design and construction can be seamlessly connected. If the manufacturer only handles production while installation is done by another team, disputes are likely to arise when problems occur.

Dimension 4: Do they have completed projects operating for more than 1-3 years?

Don't just look at showrooms. It is recommended that you ask the manufacturer to provide projects in use for at least 1 year for an on-site inspection, focusing on whether the component surfaces have cracks or fading, and whether the joints remain neat.

In general, the UHPC market in 2026 is shifting from "competing on price" to "competing on technology and service." For owners and designers, choosing a UHPC manufacturer is essentially choosing a long-term partner who can help you smoothly turn imaginative design blueprints into reality.

Have you used UHPC materials in your projects? What pitfalls have you encountered? Feel free to share in the comments!