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4 Times To Ask For First Article Inspection Service
Ida Beck
First article inspection is a form of quality control that focuses on checking for problems during the initial production run. The idea is to little look at the first articles to come off the line to see if there are issues, and the intent is to prevent long-term production problems by catching and correcting them as early as possible.
Notably, there are more times that justify doing an FAI than just the very first time when you make a product. The following scenarios justify asking for a first article inspection service.
Materials Changes
As much as suppliers will always promise to deliver materials that meet your specifications, you have to check the results. If you're using a new supplier, an FAI is in order. Likewise, if your current suppliers are moving to new sources, such as opening new mines, it's wise to request an FAI. You want to have a clear idea of whether the change on the supply end is going to affect your process to the point you can no longer manufacture a product within your specifications.
New Factories
Whenever you move production to a new factory, a first article inspection is necessary. This is especially true if you're working with a third-party producer. You want to have a clear picture of how articles are coming off the factory line so you can assess quality and implement any necessary changes. Even if you're working with an established partner, you want an FAI if they start production at a different location. Always verify that production is operating within your parameters.
Design Changes
Any time a product design changes, some element of the process will have to change, too. Even if the changes seem minuscule, don't assume the results won't adversely affect quality. Assume the worst and ask a first article inspection service firm to verify that the process changes haven't reduced your product's quality.
After Long-Term Shutdowns
Whenever there's a long-term shutdown in any part of the process, treat the resumption of production like it is new work. It doesn't matter if you're using the same old machines and even the same workers. The calibration of systems isn't likely to stay perfectly the same as it was on the day you stopped the previous production runs. An FAI can help you to identify where there might be quality issues in a restarted process. You can then track it down to supplies, equipment, and people that might be affecting the results.
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