VERIFY CAPABILITY
Supplier Qualification and Factory Verification
Supplier qualification combines document review, capability screening, technical communication and factory verification to determine whether a Chinese manufacturer is suitable for a specific industrial equipment project.
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Factory entrance, production floor and a professional capability verification checklist.
Who this service is for
- Buyers evaluating unfamiliar suppliers
- Projects with several potential manufacturers
- Companies that need evidence beyond a trading profile
- Teams preparing for final supplier selection
Typical deliverables
- Supplier qualification summary
- Capability comparison
- Factory verification observations
- Photo and video evidence when permitted
- Open-risk and clarification list
Scope
What is Included
Manufacturer identity and document review
Production capability screening
Relevant product and application review
Technical meeting coordination
Factory visit planning
Manufacturing process observation
Quality process review
Shortlist recommendation support
How it works
A Clear Working Process
Screen
Review supplier information against the project requirement.
Clarify
Resolve technical, production and commercial questions.
Verify
Check the shortlisted factory and document relevant observations.
Report
Present findings, limitations and remaining decisions clearly.
Related expertise
Guides for This Stage
Factory Visits and Trade Fairs
Plan effective machinery factory visits and trade-fair meetings in China using supplier pre-qualification, technical agendas, factory checklists and structured follow-up.
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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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How to Compare Industrial Machinery Suppliers
Compare industrial machinery suppliers using technical compliance, components, scope, testing, commercial terms, life-cycle cost and after-sales support,not price alone.
Read guideFrequently Asked Questions
Is factory verification the same as a quality inspection?
No. Factory verification evaluates the supplier and its capability. Product inspection evaluates specific equipment or goods.
Can you verify a supplier I already found?
Yes. You can provide the supplier details and the project requirements for a focused verification scope.
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