Case Studies

The product inspections are carried out at various stages of the manufacturing process to safeguard the product quality and secure the production. Thus, it is protecting the brand image and is resulting in an ultimate quality product. Most industries and manufacturing plants have their own set of inspection methods and norms to develop the ultimate final product to be sent into the market for consumers. It allows the verification of product quality on-site at different stages of the production process. Inspect the product as it leaves the manufacturer’s premises in an effective way of preventing quality problems.

Here are the reasons to implicate the production inspection process –

• It ensures the product quality at different production stage
• It verifies the quality at the source and do not pay for any of the defective goods
• Must avoid any recalls and damages reputation
• Optimize the quality control budget
• Anticipate production and shipment delays
• It is strengthening and protecting the brand image along with reputation
• Improves the performance of supplies and product quality to minimize the product loss, rejects, & charge backs
• Drives continuous improvement of quality systems and performance
• Protect sales revenue by helping to prevent late shipments, poor quality, and wasted materials

Inspection at Different Stages of Production

Raw Material Incoming

This is an inspection of raw materials prior to production to verify that the quality specifications for materials are being met. It helps minimize the wasted time, material cost and delayed shipment if the specifications are not met.

Initial Production Check

Much of the production setup is incorporated at the front end which allows the review of product quality requirements before the start of mass production. It is important to verify the first run quality requirements that help product consistency and also minimizes the wasted time & shipping delays.

During Production Check

This inspection validates the initial production process has been maintained and that goods being produced continue to meet quality requirements. It assesses whether the service requirements are met or not in case of raw materials, new operators, and production lines.

Final Random Inspection

It is the inspection that takes place just prior to the shipment. It is done such that the final product meets the quality requirements and can be shipped without any delay. It helps the identification of defects that will prevent poor product quality.

Everything about the Pre-Shipment Inspection

It is the quality control procedure carried out at supplier premises either by the QC department or an independent quality control agency. It guarantees the quality of product to importers, traders, wholesalers, and retailers. It prevents any type of hiccups or surprises with the damaged product quality.

There are certain standards followed for the pre-shipment inspection and given below are standards for sampling procedures –

• Acceptance Quality Limit (AQL)
• Sampling plans
• Defect Classification

Product inspection is a very important step or process for getting out the best product into the market. Also, the inspection process helps to solve the major quality product troubles during the development or processing of the goods.