The Quick Guide to Flammability Testing
In today’s global marketplace, ensuring product safety and compliance with regulatory standards is important, especially in industries like furniture, textiles, and children’s toys. One major concern in consumer products is how materials react to fire and the potential risks this poses to consumers and the environment. To keep hazardous products off the market, regulatory bodies […]
Stainless Steel Plate Inspection: Everything You Need to Know
Sourcing stainless steel plates comes with risks. Elements such as dimensional accuracy, surface quality, and compliance with standards are all factors that can influence the performance and longevity of the stainless steel plates, making steel quality control important. One effective method to minimise these risks involves conducting quality inspections on the stainless steel plates right […]
EcoVadis and Assessment Process Explained
In today’s rapidly changing business world, companies are increasingly expected to contribute positively to the planet and society. Sustainability is no longer just a trend—it’s a necessity. With regulatory mandates intensifying, embracing sustainable practices has become an important aspect of modern business operations. EcoVadis is a tool that helps companies understand and improve their sustainability […]
Understanding Amazon’s Product Compliance in 2024
Product compliance is a critical consideration for all sellers, irrespective of their chosen platform. Amazon, in particular, has some of the industry’s most stringent compliance policies, which in certain cases, surpass even the official standards. Failing to adhere to Amazon product compliance requirements and policies can have serious repercussions, potentially leading to account suspension or […]
Navigating the FDA Medical Device Registration
Are you planning to export medical devices into the U.S? Then you’ve got to understand the regulatory landscape. The regulatory landscape is governed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). At the heart of FDA lies the registration process, which is a mandatory step for compliance. In this guide, we’ll look into the key aspects […]
Understanding Persistent Organic Pollutants/POPs Regulations in 2024
Persistent Organic Pollutants, or POPs, pose an environmental and health concern. Not only can they endure in the environment, but they can also accumulate within living organisms. Consequently, it’s important for you to be aware that these chemicals are governed by international agreements and the EU persistent organic pollutants regulation. Complying with these regulations is […]
Laser Cutting Machine: A Guide to Third Party Inspections
In modern manufacturing, laser cutting machinery is increasingly popular due to its precision, efficiency, and versatility in cutting various materials. Given its complexity, with advanced technologies and high-powered lasers, even small deviations can have a big negative impact. To protect their investments, businesses often hire third-party inspectors to assess laser cutting machinery at manufacturing sites […]
A Guide to Export Materials and Equipment to Uganda’s Oil and Gas Projects
Uganda’s oil and gas sector are booming, with numerous ongoing projects. Consequently, the country is experiencing a surge in demand for related materials and equipment. For those looking to supply materials and equipment to the market, it’s important to be aware of the nation’s conformity assessment program. In this article, we’ll provide you with an […]
Understanding Non Conformance Reports (NCR Reports): Key Insights
During third-party inspections, you may come across a document called the non-conformance report which, as the name suggests, details any non-conformances discovered during the inspection. This article will provide you with the basics you need to know about non-conformance reports What Is a Non-Conformance Report (NCR Report)? A Non-Conformance Report, or NCR Report, is […]
A Guide to Dye Penetrant Inspection: NDT Method for Defect Detection
In the world of quality control, safeguarding the safety and reliability of critical materials, components, or structures without causing any damage to them is not just a matter of choice, but a requirement. Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI) stands as a method to achieve this very goal. DPI is a non-destructive testing (NDT) technique used to […]
