Quality Control & Traceability: Keep It Clean, Clear, and Compliant
Quality Control:
Start with the basics—count your steel plates, check the packaging, and inspect for scratches or damage. Make sure all labels are visible and intact. Measure thickness, width, and length with calipers, and use a spectrometer to verify the material’s chemical makeup. Don’t forget the paperwork—MTCs and compliance docs must match the batch.
Pro Tip:
Neat, organized inspection records = fewer headaches later.
Traceability:
Give every steel plate a unique code when it arrives. Track its journey with barcodes or RFID tags—recording the material type, grade, supplier, and production steps. Link all this data to work orders, batch codes, and finally, serial numbers.
Why it matters:
Good tracking prevents errors, simplifies audits, and boosts customer trust. You’ll be able to trace back every plate’s origin, production details, and inspection history—even years later.
✅ Use barcodes/RFID to cut errors
✅ Mill Test Reports link to heat numbers
✅ Real-time tracking = no lost papers
✅ AS9100 certification = extra credibility
Bottom line:
Tight quality control and solid traceability systems keep your operation efficient, compliant, and ready for anything.