Once the production of custom medals is complete, the inspection and acceptance phase is crucial for ensuring product quality. By carefully examining aspects such as appearance, dimensions, craftsmanship, materials, and accessories, any issues can be identified promptly, guaranteeing that the final delivered medals meet design specifications and usage standards.
The visual appearance of the medals must be inspected. Check the surface for smoothness and look for defects such as scratches, dents, air bubbles, or burrs. Additionally, verify the clarity and accuracy of patterns, text, and logos to prevent errors like typos, missing characters, or misaligned designs.
Verify the dimensions and specifications. During inspection, check whether the diameter, thickness, weight, and overall shape match the approved design plan. If the order includes specific size requirements, measure the actual products to ensure they comply with standards and align with the design specifications.
Material and craftsmanship quality are also key areas of focus. Confirm that the materials used-such as zinc alloy, copper, or stainless steel-meet order requirements. Simultaneously, inspect surface finishes: check for uniform plating color, durable enamel coating, distinct relief details, and complete, legible engraved text to ensure the craftsmanship meets expectations.
The quality of accessories must also be checked. Ensure that items such as lanyards, clasps, and packaging boxes are complete and securely attached. Lanyards should have adequate load-bearing capacity, clasps must be secure, and packaging should effectively protect the medals to prevent damage during transit.
For bulk orders, product consistency is essential. Conduct random spot checks on multiple medals to ensure uniformity in color, dimensions, patterns, and craftsmanship. Maintaining consistent quality across every single medal is vital for large-volume orders.
Finally, verify the accuracy of packaging and quantities. Cross-check the actual quantity received, award categories, and packaging labels against the order details to ensure there are no omissions or incorrect shipments.
