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2024-08-23 Testing + Certification

Supply Chain Services

VDE Global Services - a subsidiary of the VDE Testing and Certification Institute - offers services in China, southeast Asia, eastern Europe and north Africa. We help importers and retailers to control the quality of their products during manufacturing and prior to shipment.

We offer a range of services to ensure product quality and supplier compliance. Pre-Shipment Inspections and Factory Audits in particular are key solutions of your quality assurance.

Our services

Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI)

It is also called Final Random Inspection (FRI) and is the most important step in your Quality Assurance. A typical inspection covers the testing of function, performance, workmanship, artwork/labeling, appearance, accessories and other product specific tests.

During Production Inspection (DUPRO/DPI)

Process control during the production of your goods is essential to avoid surprises and ensure quality issues are detected early in the manufacturing of your order. DUPRO/DPI may also include an AQL (Acceptance Quality Limit) check on goods taken from the end-of-the-line, generally around 20% of the production. For large batches of goods, a DUPRO/DPI is recommended to avoid conflicts with manufacturers related to quality problems and necessary reworks.

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Container Loading Supervision (CLS)

Logistics information (container number, product quantities, barcoding) is as important as performing a proper loading process. Through the whole time, a VDE inspector will review the loading of the goods into the container.

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Sample Picking (SPK)

Selecting samples for laboratory or customer is required for spot-check and quick compliance verification. A Sample Picking can take place individually or be part of a Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI) or During Production Inspection (DUPRO/DPI).

Factory Audit

Quality Audit or Social Audit are essential parts of a proper benchmark and compliance review of your Supply Chain mapping. Deviations are reported into an Open Item List for preventive and corrective actions. The audit will highlight the necessary improvements before production and emphasizes on the weak points. Factory Audits are performed following VDE questionnaires or tailored-made client requirements. Factory Audits should be performed prior to placing an order or during manufacturing of the products in question.

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Technical Support

Technical Advisors can support you to create a comprehensive Quality Assurance system in your Supply Chain. Technical Advisors are also closely following new products and difficult quality situations that you may encounter. Support with communication issues and different quality concepts that delay a smooth purchase of components or appliances.