Quality Control Inspection Report for FJ Pine Wood Mouldings in Cambodia
Date of Inspection: March 16, 2025
Introduction:
Our professional QC team was commissioned by a U.S.-based mouldings importer to conduct a comprehensive quality inspection of Finger Joint (FJ) Pine Wood Mouldings at a manufacturing facility in Cambodia. The purpose of this inspection was to ensure that the products met the client’s stringent quality standards before shipment.
1. QC Team’s Expertise and Professionalism
Our QC inspectors demonstrated exceptional technical proficiency and attention to detail throughout the inspection process. Key strengths included:
- Material Knowledge: Deep understanding of pine wood properties and industry standards.
- Precision Measurement: Accurate use of calipers, moisture meters, and other testing tools.
- Defect Identification: Systematic detection of visual and structural flaws.
- Laboratory Testing: Conducted physical performance tests in the factory lab to validate compliance.
2. Common Defects Identified in FJ Pine Wood Mouldings
A. Visual Defects:
- Finger Joint Gaps: Visible misalignments or excessive gaps in finger joints, compromising aesthetics and strength.
- Surface Roughness: Sanding imperfections, including uneven finishes and splinters.
- Stain/Color Inconsistency: Irregular staining or discoloration across batches.
- Glue Residue: Excess adhesive on joint surfaces, affecting appearance.
- Warping/Twisting: Deviations from straightness, making installation difficult.
B. Structural/Internal Defects:
- Weak Finger Joints: Poor bonding strength at joints, risking breakage during handling.
- Low Bending Strength: Lab tests confirmed failure to meet required load-bearing capacity.
- End-Joint Strength Failure: Joints separating under stress, indicating subpar glue quality or clamping pressure.
- High Moisture Content: Exceeded specified limits, leading to potential warping post-shipment.
- Internal Cracks: Hidden fractures detected during stress tests.
3. Laboratory Test Findings
Physical performance tests revealed critical non-conformities:
- Bending Strength: Below the client’s minimum threshold.
- End-Joint Strength: Multiple samples failed under tension.
- Moisture Content: Higher than the permitted range (client specification: ≤12%; tested: 14–16%).
4. Client Decision & Corrective Actions
Due to the severity of the defects, the client has:
- Rejected the current batch and requested a new production run.
- Required a re-inspection by our team post-production to verify compliance.
5. Conclusion
Our QC team’s rigorous inspection and testing prevented the shipment of non-compliant products, safeguarding the client’s quality expectations. The factory must address the identified issues—particularly joint integrity and moisture control—to meet contractual requirements.
Note: Client and supplier details have been omitted per confidentiality agreements. This report is published with the client’s explicit consent.
(Professional, neutral tone; highlights team competence while objectively documenting defects.)
