What is the QC Inspection process?
A quick-reference guide to our QC workflow, inspection standards, and future quality initiatives.
Stages of the QC & Inspection Process
1. Product Development
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Master sample is finalized and approved with the vendor
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Product Development (PD) and QC teams must approve before production begins
2. Ongoing QC Checks
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Inspectors verify production matches the approved master sample
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Variances are flagged for correction before full production continues
3. International Inspections
Inspections take place across multiple regions to ensure consistency at the source:
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Locations: China, India, Turkey, Egypt
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Performed by: In-house inspectors
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Inventory is reviewed 100% against key criteria:
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Color
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Construction
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Serging
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Labeling
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4. Final Inspection Process
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Conducted according to the defined sampling plan
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Completed by both in-house teams and approved 3rd-party inspectors
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Includes required photo documentation and inspection reports
Rug Inspection Criteria
Each rug is evaluated using the following standards:
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Measurements
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Moisture – must be ≤ 15%
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Pile Height
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Weight
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Skew
Measurement Tolerance:
Multiply listed inches by 0.97 and 1.03 to determine acceptable ranges.
Packaging Checks
Before shipping, inspectors confirm:
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Label scans
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All required markings
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Needle detection
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Final packaging quality and completeness