SUPPLIER EVALUATION & QUALITY CONTROL

China Supplier Evaluation & Quality Audit Framework

We never simply recommend "the lowest-priced factory." Based on decades of hands-on engineering experience, we select and supervise vetted Chinese manufacturers using a multi-dimensional evaluation model tailored to part complexity, quality requirements (air-tightness, surface finish, tight tolerances), and production scale.

7-Pillar Supplier Evaluation Model

Beyond facility size and tonnage, we quantitatively assess actual shop-floor management, past corrective action capability, and engineering fit for your specific project.

25%
01. Process & Technical Fit
Casting methods (HPDC/LPDC/Gravity), mold flow simulation capability, vacuum casting, local squeeze pin readiness, and tooling design expertise.
20%
02. Quality Management System
Active implementation of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001, availability and calibration status of CMMs and industrial X-ray inspection equipment.
15%
03. Equipment & Capacity
Die casting machine tonnage range (180T to 5000T), holding furnace temperature control precision, and number of multi-axis CNC machining centers.
15%
04. Cost Reasonableness
Focusing on material yield, scrap reduction proposals, and cost transparency in tooling and unit prices rather than naive bottom-bidding.
10%
05. Overseas & OEM Track Record
Proven supply history to Japanese/Western OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, plus strong understanding of export packaging and VCI anti-rust protection.
10%
06. Lead Time & Reliability
Speed from tooling kickoff to T1 sample trials, accuracy of production status reporting, and historical on-time delivery rate.
5%
07. Technical Responsiveness
Turnaround speed of engineering responses to ECNs/drawings, and the logical quality of DFM feedback from factory engineers.

Quality Verification Backed by Data

We don't rely on verbal assurances. Shipments are approved only when accompanied by objective test data and verified inspection reports.

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CMM Dimensional Report

Full-dimension inspection data and First Article Inspection (FAI) reports covering critical geometric tolerances using Coordinate Measuring Machines.

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X-ray / CT Porosity Inspection

Radiographic inspection and density verification for high-risk zones subject to internal porosity, shrinkage, or pressure leakage.

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Material Mill Certificates & Spectrometry

Chemical composition analysis reports (ADC12, A356, etc.) via optical emission spectrometry and heat treatment (T6) process logs.

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Air Leakage & Pressure Testing

100% or sampled pneumatic leak testing at specified pressures (e.g., 0.2 MPa) for water pumps, housings, and sealed enclosures.

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Casting Parameter Records

Standardization and recording of key parameters (injection velocity, intensification pressure, melt temp, die temp) established during successful trials.

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Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI)

Final visual check for flash, burrs, and surface defects prior to export, along with verification of VCI anti-rust wrapping and sea-freight packaging.

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