HQTS Quality Control

Keeping Track of Your Automotive Quality Control

If you think buying a car can be expensive, imagine how costly a product recall of a vehicle can be to a business. That’s one of the main reasons why it’s important to ensure the right quality and safety checks are conducted on what you’re producing and bringing to market.

But there are plenty of other reasons why you should make sure your automotive spare parts are in the best possible condition for use. One thing’s for sure, it certainly helps to have an effective quality plan in place for your products and here are a few things to keep in mind with your approach.

Automotive Industry and Quality

Staying in the driver’s seat can be a big challenge when it comes to keeping automotive products up to standard on the production line. But there are some essential things you need to know to improve your standards and save time, hassle, and money in the process.

What’s more is that the right testing and usage of one of the 4 types of quality inspections on your products will keep your company in a good place in the minds of customers. After all, you it’s about the journey you’re offering, not just the destination that should be kept in mind. It’s best to make the ride as smooth as possible.

The importance of quality control in the automotive industry

If cars don’t work, there are many important things at stake. Not only do faulty and unsafe parts put the driver and their passengers at risk, pedestrians and other motorists are also put in danger. It’s extremely important that the right quality checks, inspections and testing are carried out to ensure everyone’s safety on the roads.

For manufacturers of automotive parts it is vital to ensure that each and every product leaving the factory is of the very highest quality. But car companies are becoming even more aware of the environment in 2020 and the more efficient the materials and less waste used, the better.

Types of Automotive Parts

Some of the automotive parts we can service include engine parts, automotive interiors, automotive exteriors, powertrain accessories, brake fittings, steering accessories, wheel systems, undercarriage systems, body accessories, steering systems, travel accessories, electrical instrumentation accessories, car modification, security systems, comprehensive accessories, audio and video appliances, chemical care, maintenance equipment, power tools and so on.

The Benefits of Quality Checks for Automotive Parts

The quality of automotive parts is directly proportional to the safety and performance of a car. It is critical to devote more attention to the quality of automotive parts to improve safety and usability, thereby increasing your brand value. The purchasing process for automotive parts can be complex due to the varied specifications, supplier capabilities and diverse locations.

HQTS has conducted quality assurance services for the automotive industry for several years, through its global service locations. As a third-party inspection company, it is ready to meet your requirements for the quality, reliability, and safety of all your automotive products, thereby improving your market competitiveness. Experienced inspectors execute according to PPAP procedures and can help you control quality during each phase of the production process.

What Automotive Quality Tests Exist?

The short answer is there are many. Chemical composition analysis, metallographic analysis, hardness testing, tensile strength, yield strength, extensibility, roughness of surface, coating thickness, magnetic powder inspection, ultrasonic flaw detection, X-ray pressure resistance inspection, air tight test, vehicle flame retardant material test, vehicle interior hazardous substance test, material aging test, conditioning test, temperature and humidity test, waterproof and aging test, impact test, bending test, overpressure test, ignition pulse test, insulation resistance test, short circuit test, drop test, rigidity test, crash test, mechanical shock test, gas corrosion resistance test, chemical reagent resistance test, high acceleration test, working voltage test, electrical current test. That obviously a big list to process. Contact HQTS now to see how we can meet your personal business requirements.

About HQTS

HQTS has the solution for your quality needs. We bring long experience and a broad range of services to ensure the quality of equipment, materials and products in your automotive supply chain. Our extensive inspection, testing, audit, certification and consulting experience is ready-made to support this competitive market. With over 25 years of quality assurance experience across Asia, HQTS is ready to help your business build strong and meaningful supplier relationships. To learn more about the different types of inspections and testing HQTS provides, click here.

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