INITIAL PRODUCTION CHECK (IPC)

First-Off Verification Before Bulk Production Begins

Initial Production Check (IPC) is a “First-Off” inspection conducted at the beginning of production to verify raw materials, components, and machinery setup before the bulk run begins. This service ensures the production line is correctly prepared and aligned with approved specifications from the start.

What We Verify During IPC

Our IPC protocol focuses on preventing early-stage production mistakes that can lead to mass defects.

Raw Material Verification

Confirming raw materials match approved standards and buyer requirements.

Component & Accessory Check

Ensuring components and accessories align with the approved Bill of Materials (BOM).

Machinery Setup Review

Verifying machine settings, tooling, and calibration readiness before full production begins.

First-Off Sample Evaluation

Inspecting first produced units to confirm workmanship, measurements, and compliance with specifications.

Production Readiness Assessment

Reviewing production line preparation to ensure consistency and controlled output.

When IPC Should Be Performed

IPC is performed at the start of production, before the factory begins bulk manufacturing. This ensures corrective actions can be implemented immediately with minimal cost impact.

10+

Years of experience

Why IPC Matters

"Quality issues are most expensive when discovered too late. An Initial Production Check allows us to catch deviations at the very start of the manufacturing process. At ForQC, we inspect your materials and early samples to ensure the foundation of your production is solid, preventing costly setbacks before they even begin."

The Mission

Focusing on the transition from “Managing Quality” to “Verifying Truth.”

Deliverables

After inspection, we provide a structured report including:

Raw material and component verification findings

First-off sample results and measurement records

Photo documentation

Production setup review notes

Pass / Corrective action recommendation

We Don’t Just Inspect, We Provide The Technical Truth

Seafood Inspection

Surabaya, East Java

Scope

Quality & weight verification for premium frozen seafood exports.

Verified net weight accuracy and prevented losses from excessive glazing.

Garment Inspection

Bandung, West Java

Scope

During-Production audit for apparel manufacturing lines.

Flagged stitching defects mid-line, allowing for immediate production correction.

Furniture Inspection

Jepara, Central Java

Scope

Moisture and structural integrity checks for wood furniture.

Rejected high-moisture units to prevent mold during long-haul transit.

Fabric Inspection

Semarang, Central Java

Scope

4-point system quality audit for textile fabric rolls.

Detected weaving and shade defects, avoiding costly manufacturing errors.

Vegetable Inspection

Malang, East Java

Scope

Freshness grading and pesticide residue verification for produce.

Ensured compliance with strict international export safety standards.

Toys Inspection

Tangerang, Banten

Scope

Safety and durability testing for children’s products.

Verified physical safety standards, mitigating product recall risks.

Footwear Inspection

Mojokerto, East Java

Scope

Final Random Inspection for footwear mass production.

Isolated bonding and assembly issues before final shipment.

Electronics Inspection

Batam, Riau Islands

Scope

Electrical safety and performance testing for consumer appliances.

Identified critical failure points, preventing hazardous product distribution.

Canned Food Inspection

Surabaya, East Java

Scope

Seal integrity and sterilization audit for canned goods.

Ensured container airtightness and safety against contamination.

Container Loading Supervision

Tanjung Priok, Jakarta

Scope

Verification of shipment loading, quantity, and safety seals.

Optimized cargo safety and confirmed total quantity loaded at port.

Sample Collection

Nationwide Coverage

Scope

Professional sampling protocol for laboratory quality testing.

Guaranteed unbiased sample integrity for accurate lab results.

INITIAL PRODUCTION CHECK (IPC)

First-Off Verification Before Bulk Production Begins