Fabric Inspection

Fabric inspection, also known as fabric checking, is a systematic fabric evaluation in which defects are identified. Fabric inspection helps understand quality in terms of color, density, weight, printing, measurement, and other quality criteria prior to garment production.

It avoids the risk of rejection during production, which costs valuable time & money. This inspection keeps our clients relaxed and confident on the Quality & timely delivery.

     -   Four-Point System, a standard established under ASTM D5430 – 07(2011), is a standardized Test Methods for fabric Visually Inspecting and Grading. The final purpose is to find out the defects of the fabric in per 100 square yards.
     -   Standards for the Finished Fabrics - 4 Points System Penalty points are assigned for each defect according to the length

Size of defect	Penalty Points
3 Inches or less	1 Point
Over 3, under 6 Inches	2 Point
Over 6, under 9 Inches	3 Point
Over 9 Inches	4 Point
Hole > 1"	2 Point
Hole > 1"	4 Point

Pre-Production Inspection (PPI)

Executed at the initial stages of production where 20 to 50 pieces are ready and verified against almost all-contractual specifications like measurement, accessories, workmanship, style, color, appearance and quality of the fabric.

During Production Inspection (DPI)

Conducted when between 30% and 50% of your goods have been produced, and performed on-site, DPI inspection service assesses samples against customers’ requirements. highlighting actual or potential defects so that you can address them immediately rather than deal with costly tests and changes to your products later in the production process. Our consultants are available to explain how your company can benefit from the services that have already helped clients bring thousands of products to market safely and efficiently.

Final Random Inspections (FRI)

Final Random Inspection (FRI) is performed to assure all units shipped conform to the approved PP or TOP sample, are first quality merchandise, and are packaged, packed and shipped in full compliance to Customer requirements. The on-site inspection is conducted when 100% of goods are produced and 80% packed. Samples are selected at random, according to AQL sampling standards and procedures. The main areas of inspection are:

     -   Quantity check (order quantity versus shipment quantity). Purchase Order numbers against the total bulk
         quantity for shipment/order accuracy.
     -   Conformity of the presented product to the approved sample for style, fabric, and color
     -   Workmanship (basic function and appearance assessment)
     -   Product measurements
     -   Packing/Packaging check: product tags and stickers, barcodes, shipping marks, carton labels, packing method,
         polybags, carton quality & quantity, etc.
     -   Pass /fail findings for the total bulk shipment.
     -    Ensure accuracy of planned production quantity versus the shipment quantity.

FRI Procedure: All final random inspections are conducted using a 2.5 AQL – Level II Normal Inspection along with a Compliance (Packaging & Label) Inspection per Customer requirements.
Sampling Plans: A sampling plan is based on each individual purchase order. The lot size is based on the number of units presented for inspection. The lot can include all colors and sizes from one style received from the vendor in the purchase order.

Product Measurement Audit

Inspection Sampling Plan: Special Level 3 (S-3) Acceptable Quality Level (AQL): Cannot exceed 10%, however, if more than 5 measured pieces (same size or in different sizes) are found out of tolerance on the same primary point (key point of the garment), the results will fail.