In most product standards, the inspection is unified for the type test (routine inspection) and factory inspection (acceptance inspection) two categories. What is the difference between them? Generally speaking, the type test is a comprehensive inspection of the product quality indicators to assess whether the product quality is fully in line with the standard and whether it achieves the full design quality requirements. Factory quality inspection is the formal production of products in the delivery of the final inspection that must be carried out to check the quality of the prod......

3D scanning is an effective method to measure and inspect manufactured parts and products, how is 3D laser scanning used in quality control and how accurate is it? What is 3D Laser Scanning? 3D laser scanning is a non-contact, non-destructive technology used to capture the shape, size, and position of objects in a three-dimensional digital format. It uses a laser scanner that emits a beam of light that scans the surface of an object, and the reflected laser light is then captured by a sensor to create a point cloud. The point cloud is a collection of millions of individual poin......

The pre-shipment inspection is important in the quality management of exporting goods. What are the different ways of PSI inspection and who performs that? Different Methods of Pre-Shipment Inspection Pre-shipment inspection (PSI) is a quality control process that helps importers ensure that the goods they are importing meet their quality standards and specifications. There are five methods of pre-shipment inspection, including:1) Full inspection: In this method, the entire shipment is inspected to ensure that it meets the importer’s quality requirements. This involves ch......

In this article, we’ll go over some details about factory audits, including the process, types, and checklist. What is the Process of a Factory Audit? A factory audit is an assessment of a manufacturing facility’s quality management system, processes, and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices. The process of a factory audit typically includes the following steps:1) Planning: The auditor and factory management agree on the audit scope, timeline, and objectives. The auditor may request documents and information prior ......

A second-party audit is a type of external audit, how is a second-party audit defined and what are the advantages? Let’s see some examples of the second party. What Is Second Party Audit A second-party audit is an independent evaluation of a company’s quality management system, conducted by a party that has a vested interest in the company’s operations, such as a customer or a supplier. In a second-party audit, the auditor assesses the company’s ability to meet contractual obligations or regulatory requirements. For example, if a company contracts wit......

Total Quality Management (TQM) and ISO 9000 are the products of the continuous development and improvement of the methods and tools people use in solving quality problems. As two stages in the development of quality management doctrine, they are both intrinsically related and substantially different. And it is important to clarify this difference and connection to guide our quality management. The Connection Between TQM And ISO9000　　 1. Theoretical basis is the same. Quality management has gone through three practical stages: inspection quality management, statistical qualit......

An factory audit is to understand what processes are used in the factory to manufacture and control what is manufactured. Sometimes it is done by the company itself, sometimes by a business partner or a third-party organization. In particular, food factories need thorough quality control and strict hygiene management to provide safe food products. This article will help you understand the importance and effectiveness of audits. If you work in a food factory or are about to undergo an audit, please read this article for reference. 1. Contents And Necessity Of Food Factor......

In order to safely and smoothly conduct business with a new company, it is necessary to visit the factory and inspect the site. Factory audits are conducted to understand the state of management and manufacturing processes. The purpose of factory audits is not only for new suppliers but also for existing suppliers to provide guidance on factory technology and quality improvement. Even if a factory is manufacturing products smoothly, a factory audit may uncover deficiencies. It is not uncommon for products not to be manufactured as requested and for problems to occur after product......