Material Verification
Quality control procedures conducted upon the arrival of a shipment at a warehouse or converting facility ensure that the delivered stock matches the ordered specifications. During a goods-in board inspection, personnel check the grammage, caliper, and shade of the material against the technical data sheet. This prevents the use of incorrect materials in production.
Damage Assessment
External checks for moisture damage, crushed cores, and edge tears are performed before the delivery is accepted. Identifying these issues during the goods-in board inspection allows for the immediate filing of insurance claims or the rejection of the shipment. This step protects the converter from the costs of processing damaged goods.
Compliance Documentation
Records of the inspection provide a history of supplier performance and a baseline for troubleshooting production issues. The data collected include the batch numbers and the results of any physical tests performed on samples. If a printing error occurs later, these records help to determine if the substrate was the cause.
Maintaining a rigorous inspection routine reduces the likelihood of failure on the filling line. It also ensures that certification claims like FSC or PEFC are verified. The process ends with the formal release of the material for use.
