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Initial Production Inspection

An Initial Production Check, also called Pre-Production Inspection (PPI), will ensure your specifications are understood by the factory and to prevent any potential flaws in the production resources, materials, schedules, management and more.

Initial Production Check (IPC)

What is an Initial Production Chck (IPC)?

An Initial Production Check is an on-site Product Inspection performed before your production begins, up until 20% has been completed. A preliminary inspection of all machinery and materials to be used in your production, an IPC is the first step in ensuring the quality of your product will be consistent throughout production. An IPC is an early-warning system that safeguards your product against costly import risks.

For all inspections, Veriquality uses the standard internationally recognized ANSI/ASQC Z1.4 (ISO 2859-1) statistical sampling procedure. These comprehensive criteria cover: functionality, performance, durability, overall appearance, and dimension.

What Does a Initial Production Check Consist Of?

To begin the inspection process, Veriquality inspector(s) will randomly select samples according to the ANSI/ASQ Standard Z.1.4-2008 sampling standard.

The subsequent checks are customized to align with the client’s specifications and the nature of the product being inspected. Veriquality offers a wide array of pre-made inspection checklists tailored for specific products, which clients can readily utilize. In cases where clients require specific additional checks, they have the option to supplement the existing checklists or create a unique one of their own.

A typical IPC includes the following checks: 

•  Raw material, production machinery and process
    – Raw material quantities
    – General conditions of storage
    – Manufacturing processes to be followed
    – Production organization and status
•  Product specifications
   – Quantities of semi-finished, finished and packed products
   – Color consistency
   – Product style and construction
   – Artwork including spelling, fonts, dimensions, positioning and general design
   – Labels including main labels, care labels, size labels and product tags
•  Product dimensions check
•  Other product-specific checks and tests to verify quality and workmanship
•  Packing and packaging checks
    – Unit packing
    – Inner packing
    – Outer packing
    – Export carton dimensions and weights
    – Shipping marks

Related Inspection Services

Softlines

   • Garments
   • Shoes & Footwear
   • Bags & Luggage
   • Home Textiles
   • Fabric & Yarn
   • Fashion Accessories

Hardlines

   • Furniture & Home Decors
   • Housewares
   • Hardware & Hand Tools
   • Sports, Fitness & Outdoor
   • Toys & Children Products
   • Cosmetics & Personal care
   • Promotional & Gifts
   • Building Materials
   • Office & Stationery
   • Pet Supplies

Electric & Electronics

   • Mobile Phones & Pads
   • Home Appliances
   • Lighting Fixtures
   • E-bike & E-scooters
   • Peripheral Accessories
   • Power Tools
   • Wearable Devices
   • Audio & Video
   • Camera
   • Office Equipment

Industrial

   • Store Fixtures & Supplies
   • Industrial Valves
   • Machinery & Equipment
   • Steel/Alumi Coil & Sheet
   • Technical Parts
   • Moulds & Precision Tooling

Asia

   • China
   • Bangladesh
   • Cambodia
   • India
   • Indonesia
   • Malaysia
   • Myanmar
   • Pakistan
   • Phillipines
   • Thailand
   • Taiwan, China
   • Vietnam

Europe

   • Turkey
   • Poland
   • Italy

Pricing

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Why Do You Need Initial Production Inspection?

Initial production quality control can greatly help you in avoiding bottlenecks, delays, and defects during the production phase that later on result in either returns or dissatisfaction of your customers.

For instance, a few of the benefits of IPC are being listed below:

       •  Verify the quality of raw materials and machinery readiness
       •  Ensure your supplier is well setup and prepared for production
       •  Identify any potential issues at the outset of production
       •  Implement quality standards early on to avoid bulk issues.
       •  Get a clear view of the production schedule

OUR ADVANTAGES

Cost-effectiveness: We are confident that only few companies can offer the same level of quality control solutions at our rates. Costs for inspections in China start at US$180 per man-day.

Solid Experience & Focused Expertise: With 15+ years of experience, we have always focused our business on non-food consumer products. We don’t do food, chemicals or heavy machinery, we do what we are good at.

Fast Response & Service: Questions and inquiries responded by our experts within 24 hours. Reports delivered the next day, draft within the same day upon request!

Flexibility: We try every possible way to meet your special needs, including services requested without advance notice, cancellation up to 5pm the day before with no costs, special report format, overnight work, customized programs and anything possible.

National Coverage: Dedicated inspectors present in 30 cities of China and South Asia to serve you efficiently

Traceability and Credibility: long proven records and 800+ happy customers

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OTHER SOLUTIONS

Offering comprehensive solutions for quality and compliance to enhance confidence and transparency in your supply chain.

> Garment & Textiles Testing
> Toys & Juvenile Products Testing
> Footwear & Leather Testing
> Food Packaging & Container Testing
> Jewelry & Accessories Testing
> Food Testing
> Cosmetics Testing

> PP Sample Evaluation
> Production Sample Collection
> Specification Development
> Factory Visit Companion
> Quality Assurance Consulting & Training
> Technical Documents Translation

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