Before your merchandise leaves the factory for the port, there is a stage that can save you significant losses: quality inspection under the AQL methodology.
AQL stands for Acceptable Quality Limit, a statistical sampling methodology that allows for the evaluation of a production batch without inspecting each unit individually. Instead, a representative sample is taken, and statistical criteria are applied to determine if the batch meets agreed-upon standards.
The process begins when the client provides the technical specifications to be evaluated during inspection, differentiating between what constitutes a critical defect and what is considered a minor defect. From there, the quality control team applies the corresponding statistical procedures according to the AQL methodology.
Quality control at Juma Trading and Logistics covers several stages: initial production inspection, continuous monitoring during manufacturing, pre-shipment quality control, and container loading supervision. Our team is comprised of European and Latin American professionals, which facilitates comprehensive understanding when generating reports and communicating with you as a client.
Frequently Asked Questions
AQL is a statistical sampling standard used internationally for quality inspection. The specific levels and criteria are agreed upon between the client and the inspection team based on the type of product and its tolerance for defects.
It's recommended to do it in several stages: an initial inspection when production begins, follow-up during the process, and a final pre-shipment inspection before the merchandise leaves the factory.
If critical defects are found based on criteria previously defined with the client, they are documented in the inspection report so the client can decide whether the batch is released, corrected, or rejected before shipment.
