“Not Enough Time” for Product Inspection?

by Crystal Ge on 22 Sep 2015 | 2 Comments
What does it mean when a supplier says that they "don't have time" for product inspection, and what should you do about it? Here we’ll tell you why your supplier might say this and what you can do to make sure you have adequate time for verifying your order before it ships.

Topics: Product Inspection

The Buyer’s Guide to the Product Inspection Process

by John Niggl on 26 Feb 2015 | 0 Comments
As an experienced buyer, you know how hard it can be to get the product you ordered manufactured to your specifications. You may have even considered product inspections to catch quality issues and make sure your orders are on track. But have you stopped to consider the inspection process and how it should be done properly? This step-by-step guide will tell you how product inspections are performed so that the buyer gets an accurate look at the order and is able to help the supplier improve.

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When Should You Use AQL for Inspection?

by Megan Young on 9 Feb 2015 | 0 Comments
If you've ever bought products made overseas you may have wondered how inspectors decide how many units to inspect. You may even have heard the term “AQL” thrown around regarding quality control and wondered if you should be using AQL for inspection.

Topics: Product Inspection, Acceptable Quality Level (AQL), aql for inspections

How to Set You and Your QC Team Up For Success

by AQF Team on 9 Jun 2014 | 0 Comments

ctIf you’re planning on having your next order of made-in-China goods inspected by a 3rd party QC company – and we strongly recommend that you do – you’ll want to make sure you’re getting the most out of the inspection. The key to guaranteeing that your inspections are as effective as possible is to make sure that all parties involved – you, your supplier, and your QC team – understand your quality requirements.

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5 Crucial Questions When Hiring QC Personnel in China

by AQF Team on 9 Jun 2014 | 0 Comments

We interview hundreds of potential quality inspectors each year, only accepting the finest candidates to join our team. So how do we determine who makes the cut? That depends on a recruitment screening process which starts from the very first interaction we have with the potential candidate. But even if a candidate does actually make it to the interview round (not an easy feat based on our super strict pre-screening criteria), you can bet that they are asked a set of interview questions which have been designed to quickly and effectively identify the All-Star candidates. Here are the five most important questions we ask:

Topics: Product Inspection

Bath Towel Inspection and Quality Control Standards

by AQF Team on 24 Apr 2014 | 1 Comment

Did you know you should replace your bath towels every two years? Bath towels used daily can lose their absorbency over time and are extremely susceptible to bacteria growth.

Topics: Product Inspection, Textile Products

Leather Product Inspection and Quality Control

by AQF Team on 24 Apr 2014 | 0 Comments

Over the last two decades, Mainland China has emerged as the largest leather producer of leather goods, the largest exporter and importer of leather in terms of volume, and the largest supplier of leather raw materials. Hong Kong acts as an outward port for leather and leather products from Mainland China and as a gateway to enter Mainland China market. Leather product inspections are crucial to ensure that your leather product meets International Standards.

Topics: Product Inspection, Textile Products, softlines quality control

Industrial Tank Quality Control Inspection Procedures

by AQF Team on 24 Apr 2014 | 0 Comments

Industrial tanks are widely used for a variety of reasons like water and petroleum for gasoline stations. When we talk about industrial tanks altogether, it is very important that these tanks pass several quality control standards to ensure that these tanks are safe for use in public areas, and can prevent dangerous accidental leaks.

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Cabinet Inspection Protocols

by AQF Team on 15 Apr 2014 | 0 Comments

Cabinets provides a certain point of convenience. While some cabinets have the standard 2-door capacity, there are special cabinets that have different compartments (distance and sizes may vary) can make segregation easier for all individuals. The different cabinet types are listed below:

Topics: Building Materials, Product Inspection

4 Critical Quality Controls For Cosmetics Packaging