VERIFY BEFORE SHIPMENT
Factory Acceptance Testing and Pre-Shipment Inspection
FAT and pre-shipment inspection verify agreed equipment characteristics, available functions, accessories, documentation, packing and shipment readiness against an approved inspection scope.
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Inspector checking industrial machinery during FAT with a checklist, nameplate and test environment.
Who this service is for
- Machinery approaching completion
- Buyers paying a balance before shipment
- Configured or custom equipment
- Projects requiring documented acceptance checks
Typical deliverables
- Inspection checklist
- Photo and video record when permitted
- Observed test results
- Nonconformity list
- Corrective-action follow-up
- Shipment-readiness recommendation
Scope
What is Included
Inspection scope preparation
FAT coordination
Visible specification checks
Functional test observation where applicable
Accessory and documentation review
Nameplate and quantity checks
Packing preparation review
Nonconformity and corrective-action tracking
How it works
A Clear Working Process
Plan
Define what can be checked, tested and documented.
Inspect
Conduct or coordinate the agreed verification activities.
Report
Record findings and deviations with supporting evidence.
Close
Track corrections and support the buyer's shipment decision.
Related expertise
Guides for This Stage
Pre-Shipment Inspection for Industrial Machinery
A practical guide to inspecting industrial machinery before shipment, including machine identity, workmanship, components, functions, documents, non-conformities and export packing.
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Factory Acceptance Testing for Industrial Machinery
Learn how to plan and conduct an industrial machinery Factory Acceptance Test, including protocols, instruments, functional tests, performance tests, deviations and shipment release.
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How to Source Industrial Machinery from China: Complete Guide
A practical guide to finding, verifying, comparing, inspecting and testing Chinese industrial machinery suppliers before shipment.
Read guideFrequently Asked Questions
Is every machine testable at the factory?
Not always. Some performance tests require the buyer's materials, utilities or final site conditions. The inspection scope must state practical limitations before the visit.
Does an inspection replace the manufacturer's warranty?
No. Inspection documents observed conditions at a point in time and does not replace contractual warranty obligations.
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