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Ensure that equipment ordered conforms to specifications - with our pre-shipment inspection (PSI) services
In today’s industry, success means the ability to offer the right products at the right time for a competitive price. To meet market demand, industrial manufacturers select their materials and suppliers from all over the world. With increasing globalization, the risk of products and materials not being delivered on time and/or lacking in the quality agreed upon also grows. Clients in different parts of the world have the common need for a guarantee that ordered components, materials and equipment align with given specifications.
An independent third party like CDG can help you with pre-shipment inspection in order to ensure that equipment, components and documentation conform to contractual requirements.
Ensure that equipment ordered conforms to specifications - with our pre-shipment inspection (PSI) services
In today’s industry, success means the ability to offer the right products at the right time for a competitive price. To meet market demand, industrial manufacturers select their materials and suppliers from all over the world. With increasing globalization, the risk of products and materials not being delivered on time and/or lacking in the quality agreed upon also grows. Clients in different parts of the world have the common need for a guarantee that ordered components, materials and equipment align with given specifications.
An independent third party like CDG can help you with pre-shipment inspection in order to ensure that equipment, components and documentation conform to contractual requirements.
Our extensive experience gained in global supply chain projects makes us your preferred partner. You can benefit from our know-how and tailored solutions for your business.
Learn more about how pre-shipment inspection can benefit your project. At many locations worldwide.
Assure quality prior to shipment with the help of our industrial equipment specialists
Pre-shipment inspection checklist
From quality to documents and loading, we check your orders prior to shipment
With the contribution of our CDG experts, you can be sure that the equipment ordered corresponds with quantity and quality requirements, is packed to withstand adversities of transport and that shipping documentation is complete.
Our contribution to your success in your international supply chain
Our scope for pre-shipment inspection services includes, but is not limited to:
Packing check to make sure sufficient protection during transportation is provided and confirm it is in accordance with specified requirements
Loading inspection to ensure proper fixing of goods for transportation
Verification for correct installation of movement recorder devices
Verification of completeness of shipment documentation
Verification that all equipment is in agreed contractual conditions prior to shipment
Provision of pre-shipment inspection report
Why choose pre-shipment inspection from CDG?
As a world-leader in pre-shipment inspection, we offer you a unique global presence, along with the necessary accreditations. This enables us to perform a detailed inspection prior to shipment, in the country of exportation, in every corner of the world. This helps you to:
Assure the quality, quantity, marking, packing and loading of your shipments
Be certain that your goods are handled safely and correctly
Ensure that your goods arrive at their place of destination in compliance with technical specifications, quality standards and contractual agreements
Third Party Inspection
CDG Certification Services Pvt Ltd is an independent organization, founded in the year 2008, in New Delhi, India. The organization is managed by highly dedicated & experienced professionals. We have built up credibility for our services of Management System Certification, third party inspection, and Lead Auditor Training among the customers throughout, by value-added services delivery to Customer.
For any organization interested in looking for third party inspection services, then we are being an upcoming leader providing the same, can be contacted for best professional services which include– Inspection of raw material, in-process inspection, witnessing of testing, final inspection, and testing of product, vendor audit and design review.
We are having a highly dedicated experienced and competent team of Engineers with vast industrial experience in the field of inspection & testing of products as per Indian standards and international standards (ASTM, API, DIN, JIS, JASO, EC, and ANSI etc.), Regulatory Body for the regulation of products and customer specifications.
Why Inspection is Required?
The competition in commercial arena has led to the development and improvement of various modes of the production process. Every next company is striving hard to get on to the first position in the market by hook or by crook. This heating competition and a strong desire to rule the market and enjoy monopoly have in turn led to the introduction of unfair means of selling products. Use of low-quality raw materials to lessen the price of the product is the prime practice which has activated the role of Third-Party Inspection in the corporate world. Moreover, there exist many other flaws throughout the stages of the production process from designing to construction and finally during packaging. Therefore, it is imperative that proper quality inspection is made at all or at least at critical important steps to ensure the quality of services or product.
Why Third-Party Inspection Is Necessary?
There are various types of inspection done during the entire process of quality check at different stages. These inspections are:
PRE-PRODUCTION INSPECTION: THIS KIND OF INSPECTION ADVICES THE BUYER ON THE PURCHASE OF RAW MATERIALS. ASSURANCE OF QUALITY IS MUST TO WIN THE CONFIDENCE OF CUSTOMERS.
PRODUCTION INSPECTION: OFTEN KNOWN AS DUPRO IS THE IMPORTANT INSPECTION CONDUCT TO KNOW ABOUT THE AVERAGE QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT.
RANDOM INSPECTION: ALSO KNOWN AS PRE-SHIPMENT INSPECTION IS RANDOMLY CONDUCTED ON THE COMPLETION OF 100% SHIPMENT QUANTITY INCLUDING PACKING OF 80% OF QUANTITY. IT IS THE MOST EFFECTIVE AND GENUINE QUALITY CHECK WHICH IN REAL EXAMINES THE QUALITY OF PRODUCT.
CONTAINER LOADING INSPECTION: THIS KIND OF QC IS RARELY CONDUCTED WHICH CAN BE PROFITABLE IN SOME PARTICULAR CASES.
Accurate and reliable Third-Party Inspection is always beneficial for a successful business as it helps in not only sustaining the standard of quality but also in winning the faith of customers to a great extent.
Third party inspection also comes handy when their lack of expertise in parent company to check the product relevant criteria’s.
Grain quality is important for farmers, food producers and, ultimately, consumers. What Should You Test in Grain? Key things to test for in grain include: Moisture, Protein, Specific weight, Mycotoxins, Oil content, Falling number. These various elements in grain will have an impact on its quality, its marketability and its overall value as a product. Moisture content is a major concern. It affects the sale weight of grain and determines whether it can be stored in the long term. Protein is important because food manufacturers and processors will be looking for a specific quality of grain for their products. If a farmer's grain yield fails to match these requirements, they can find their crop rejected or fetching lower prices. The specific weight is a standard, widely understood and accepted measure of grain quality. It is an indicator of the density of grain, and as with protein, producers and millers will have specific weight requirements for the grains they buy. Testing for nitrogen in some grains may be necessary as levels that are too high can lead to a lower specific weight. Testing for mycotoxins is vital, as these naturally occurring toxins can impact crop production, contaminating crops during harvesting, drying and storage. Plus, they pose a risk further up the food chain, if animals eat contaminated feed. Oil content is an essential parameter for various seed crops, including oilseed, including testing the purity of oil. The falling number (FN) test measures alpha-amylase (AA) enzyme activity and levels. Levels of AA activity can determine whether specific grains are suitable for different baked products. This is the original method for testing the suitability of wheat for bread-making. How Should You Inspect Grain for Quality Analysis? There are various inspection methods and tools for monitoring grain quality. Modern grain inspection systems use innovative magnification technology.
CDG inspection systems provide magnification up to 320 times, with multi-viewer options and high-definition live imaging. This enables close-up viewing and assessment of crops for seed or grain quality. Inspection systems can help detect contaminants and identify sprouted or damaged grains. Grain quality testing and analysis come in various forms, using different methods and technologies. These methods are ideal for testing at different parts of the production process: Growing, Harvesting, Storage, Distribution, Food production. Grain Inspections, testing and Audits, CDG is a world-leading third-party inspection company. With a wealth of experience, we ensure fast, quality and reliable testing of grain, wheat, soybean, corn and rice and much more. We use state of the art testing methods and in-house industry experts to provide an extensive range of premium services. Grain Inspection Services, our grain inspections are bespoke based on the different production status of the goods, preventing any risks and delays. This gives ample time for results of quality testing so that your goods can meet with purchase orders. Grain Supplier Audits, our onsite factory audits will assist in developing a deeper understanding of your needs. Giving valuable insight to which suppliers fit best to achieve your business objectives. We also evaluate suppliers based on the criteria which are required.
CDG tests and assesses creature fats and oils. We set up a one-stop answer to be available to you which gives solid quality and amount confirmation as well as security and recognizability of any fluid freight all through the production network and according to most recent guidelines. Lab scale recreation of paraffin statement in pipelines turns out to be increasingly more significant for inhibitor advancement and productivity testing: Our Wax Flow Loop will be ideal decision. An oil's yield point is not entirely settled by estimating the yield pressure in a rotational viscometer and extrapolating to shear rate 0. In any case, this strategy is extremely mistaken contrasted with estimating the yield point at zero stream rate, full tension, and inside a pipeline. Our Pipeline Restart Loop is intended for precisely this errand. Our Multi-Place Cold Finger instrument is for quick, equal paraffin inhibitor testing. 6 or 12 tests can be run at the same time to think about different synthetics or shifting inhibitor focuses Pre-shipment Inspection Recognizable proof of freight for shipment. Inspecting of tank ranches/storage spaces. Stacking and release management Check of cleanness of vessels and shore tanks, management of tank checking Inspecting, Visual revealing. Gauging and inspecting Check of weight estimations, Organization of reference tests, fixing, and maintenance. Research facility testing. A total proposal of physical and substance investigations According to most recent public and worldwide norms and technique. The reason is it essential to test for fats and oil is leading tests and other investigation, with respect to fats and oils guarantees the wellbeing and nature of this large number of items. Testing additionally forestalls likely decay because of rancidity as it can assist with deciding the timeframe of realistic usability of the items.
Majorly Consumed Cooking Oils Include -
Seed oils, nut oils and pulps
Rapeseed, sunflower, safflower, linseed, pumpkin seeds, sesame
Grain sprouts
Nuts (walnut, hazelnut, peanut)
Palm, coconut, soy, avocado
Olive oil (according to act (EWG) No 2568/9)
Oil from melon or guard seeds (pumpkin seed oil, watermelon seed oil)
Animal oils and fats (fish oil, beef tallow etc.)
Lecithin
Margarine, spreadable fats
CDG Provides Accredited Edible Oil & Fats Inspection Services in India. Fats and oils are coordinated wellspring of energy. A certain level of body weight of a person is fat and 20-35% of calories ought to come from fat. Fats in the eating regimen are fundamental for good wellbeing and are required for the development of the body and the handling of nutrients. They make up pieces of all cells and assist with keeping up with the internal heat level. They structure greasy tissue around sensitive organs to safeguard them from injury. Artificially fats and oils are trimesters of glycerol and higher unsaturated fats. They are of creature or plant beginning. Desi ghee is creature ghee while vanaspati ghee is vegetable ghee. Fats are solids while oils are fluids at standard temperature. Fats and oils might be soaked or unsaturated. Saturated or soaked fats hold just single bonds inside the carbon chain. Soaked fats are of creature beginning and are generally present in the strong structure. It expands the blood cholesterol level. A few models are meat fat, spread, and so forth. Coconut oil and palm oil likewise contain soaked fat. Unsaturated fats hold twofold securities inside the carbon chain.
CDG has an outstanding reputation and enjoys the trust of the main traders, growers, refiners, government organizations, through to end user retail and consumers groups within the sugar industry.
Offering services for refined, raw and crystal sugar industries, CDG plays a prominent role in the sugar testing, inspection and certification markets. Executing services for goods shipped in bags, transported break bulk or by containers, the group is present along all elements of the supply chain.
CDG’ dedicated sugar inspection teams operate within all the main exporting countries, supported by competent and professional laboratories performing analyses as per current ICUMSA analyses methods and food safety analysis. Inspections are performed per our internal control procedures and applicable rules and standards.
Our services cover each step of the sugar supply chain, from plantation, storage, and transport, through to final destination. These include: Inspection, Testing, Certification. Inspection We provide a range of inspection services during shipment and at port, including:1) Sampling and analysis (according to industry methodologies and specifications: e.g. GAFTA).2) On-site grading and weighing3) Loading and discharge supervision4) Vessel hatches and holds inspection5) Draft surveys6) Stock and fumigation monitoring Testing, We can provide a range of testing and analysis services according to international standards, including:1) On-spot and physical testing2) GMO testing3) Chemical, contaminant, and microbiological analyses Certification, We can provide trusted and reliable conformity assessment and certification services for agricultural clients, including:1) Quality and quantity certificates2) International Sustainability Carbon Certification (ISCC)3) Certificates of Conformity (CoC) for conformity assessment programmes4) Secure delivery of electronic certificates. With a strong network of in-house sugar laboratories, CIL provides customers with immediate access to reliable quality and sanitary information for all types of sugar and sugar by-products. We support our customers with a full range of services essential to risk management in the sugar trade. We do this everywhere around the world – both where sugar is produced and where it is consumed. Our laboratories in India are at our customers disposal any time to analyze sugar according to the universal ICUMSA methods as well as any other relevant national and international standards. Inspection services: CIL supports clients at source and or destination of raw and refined sugar worldwide through a full range of inspection, testing and risk management services offered along the sugar supply chain: Quantity and quality supervision services: Vessel Hose Test supervision, Vessel Holds Inspection, Vessel Draft Survey. Pre- shipment inspections: Sugar inspection - current air temperature, as well as of sugar condition and state, supervision of packing, bag markings, bags condition, uniformity, unit weight, color, markings, Indicative cargo sampling and testing Loading and discharge supervision: Quantity, condition, quality, tally of bags, Sampling and analyses as per contractual rules, by sub lots, Daily reports, time logs, quantity and quality (off)loaded, Photographic reporting Certification: Independent, trustworthy certification an quantity and quality, E-certificates as well as hard copies issued at any Intertek location worldwide Risk Management: Traceability of product from mill to destinations, Stock monitoring (SMA), Full Outturn Guarantees (FOG), Corporate Social Responsibility (SA 8000, GMP etc.).Choosing CIL as your inspection and testing services partner gives you a competitive advantage. We are committed to bringing reliability, transparency, safety and integrity to a complex and risky business world.
WHAT IS A PRE-PRODUCTION INSPECTION?
Pre-production inspections take place after you identify and evaluate a vendor or factory. Their main purpose is to highlight quality risks before the start of manufacturing. Your pre-production inspection may take place right before production starts or prior to the start of final assembly. A PPI allows you to gain:
A clear understanding of production schedules
The ability to anticipate potential problems that might impact project timing or product quality
Assurance that your requirements will be met
Assurance about raw material quality and product components
WHY ARE PRE-PRODUCTION INSPECTIONS IMPORTANT?
Pre-production inspections are one of the cornerstones of risk assessment and quality assurance management. Without a pre-production inspection, you would not have a structured way to verify that your supplier can begin production, meet your specifications, or adhere to your quality requirements.
These inspections provide many benefits for your business. When you choose to hire an individual or entity to conduct pre-production inspections for you, you:
Reduce the risk of your supply chain being disrupted
Have a chance to verify your supplier's production readiness
Can measure your manufacturer's ability to meet your needs and quality objectives.
A CHECKLIST FOR PRE-PRODUCTION INSPECTIONS
Your inspector should visit your supplier's production site and provide a checklist of what should be covered. The inspector needs to physically inspect the raw materials, the components, and the factory that will contribute to your project
During the inspection, your inspector will.
Verify the availability and condition of materials
Review the manufacturer's preparation and planning for production
Check up on in-house quality control
Help prepare for future product inspections (he or she will review your approval samples and list the tools that are available to perform product testing)
The ideal pre-production inspection includes these checks
Material status
Material condition
Production readiness
Factory facilities and machinery
Measuring and testing equipment
WHY DO YOU NEED A PRE-PRODUCTION INSPECTION?
Reduce risks of supply chain disruption
Verify your supplier is well prepared for production
Measure the manufacturer’s ability to meet your quality objectives
Get a clear view of the production schedule.
CDG inspectors visit your supplier’s production site to conduct a physical inspection of the raw materials, components, and factory in China or elsewhere in Asia. During the pre-production inspection, we identify the availability and condition of the materials, review your manufacturer’s preparation for production, and check in-house quality control processes.
In addition, the pre-production inspection checklist includes preparation for future product inspection(s) by reviewing your approval samples and listing all tools available to perform product testing.
We can arrange a Pre-Production Inspection within 48 hours and release your inspection report and certificate of inspection in less than 24 hours.
Garments Inspection
The inspection that is done for controlling the quality of garments is mainly meant to examine in bare eyes. Checking of the fabrics of garments, sewing, button, thread, zipper, measurements of garments etc. with the standard process is called the inspection. In each section of a garments industry, there are arrangements for inspection. The main purpose of inspection is to identify the faults at the earliest possible steps for production of garments and earlier the defects will be detected lesser will be the wastage of time and money.
For conducting successful and meaningful inspection, steps can be adopted as per the ‘inspection loop’ described below. First, identify defects through inspection, inform about the defects to the concerned person, identify the causes of defects, and rectify them.
Garments Inspection Steps
In garments Industry, inspection is generally conducted in three steps:
1.Raw Material Inspection
In garments industry, raw material means mainly the fabrics, but sewing thread, zipper or chain, interlining etc. also may be considered under the items of raw material.
2.In-Process Inspection
The process of inspection of the various parts of a garment before joining is called in-process inspection. In garments industry, inspection is done in each section starting from spreading to finishing. The main objective of in-process inspection is to identify the defects in the primary stages of various sections and to adopt the necessary steps to rectify the defects. Because, the defects detected as earlier, its rectification cost will be lesser. In order to control the quality of garments.
3.Final Inspection
In the final inspection, mainly the whole inspection of garments is done, because, before this stage, there is no opportunity to do inspection of a complete garment. This final inspection is very much important from the buyer's end. In this final inspection, mainly the size of the garments, form fitting, and the defects of the garments are inspected.
CDG provides During Production Inspection in India.
During Production Inspection
During Production Inspection (DPI) or otherwise known as DUPRO, is a quality control inspection conducted while production is underway, and is especially good for products that are in continuous production, that have strict requirements for on-time shipments and as a follow-up when quality issues are found prior to manufacturing during a pre-production inspection.
These quality control inspections are conducted during production when only 10-15% of units are completed. During this inspection, we will identify deviations and give feedback on corrective measures. In addition, we will re-check defects during the pre-shipment inspection to confirm they have been corrected.
At each stage of the production process, our inspectors will produce a full and detailed inspection report, together with supporting pictures to provide you with a comprehensive overview, giving you all the information and data, you need.
The Benefits of a During Production Inspection
It enables you to confirm that quality, as well as compliance to specifications, is being maintained throughout the production process. It also provides early detection of any issues requiring correction, thereby reducing delays.
During Production Inspection DPI/DUPRO checklist:
Production status
Production line evaluation and timeline verification
Random sampling of semi-finished and finished product
Package and packaging material
Overall assessment and recommendations
What you can expect:
Highly trained technical inspector monitoring the quality of your goods
Inspector can be onsite within three working days of your order
A detailed report with supporting pictures within 24 hours of inspection
A brand champion working onsite to improve your supplier’s quality.
The CDG benefits
Independent quality control performed by product experts to protect your business interests.
Global coverage across 85 countries in Asia, Africa, Europe, North and South America.
Speed and flexibility with an inspector onsite within 48 hours; modify or cancel up to the day before inspection.
Same-day inspection reports tailored for your product.
Online program management book inspections, make payments and download detailed reports.
Custom quality dashboard to identify trends and make informed decisions in real-time.
Why Should You Conduct a DUPRO Inspection?
DUPRO Inspections can serve as an important part of a well-rounded quality assurance program. These inspections are most useful for customers who:
Are producing large quantities in continuous production
Are using a vendor for the first time
Cannot afford delays
Need detailed reports on production, including statuses, processes, schedules, capacity, and materials
Need to ensure a vendor is still following their requirements
One of the key benefits of DUPRO Inspections is that they enable you to take corrective action early. You’ll be able to deal with issues while your goods are still in production.
Fire door inspection in India. We conduct fire door inspection as per IS 3614-1 (1966) standard.
SCOPE
This standard lay dawn the requirements regarding materials and details of construction of steel plate, metal covered and rolling type of fire-check doors for the protection of openings in walls or floors to restrict the spread of fire withill builtl in whether from internal fire or from exterlial fire.
TYPES
Fire-check door shall be of the following types:
Steel plate doors,
Metal covered doors, and
Rolling steel shutters.
Steel Plate Doors and Metal Covered Doors - The size of steel plate doors and metal covered doors shall suit the size of opening which shall neither exceed 5 m2 in area nor shall 1 more than 2.10 m in width 0r 2.75 m in height.
Rolling Steel Shutters - The size of rolling steel shutters shall suit , the size of doorway which shall neither exceed 5 m in area nor shall be more than 2.4 m in width or 2.10 m in height, measured between the faces of the reveals of opening or projecting , jambs and from the floor of the opening to the underside of the barrel.
Hinged Type Doors
If the opening exceeds 1.05 m in width, the door shall be in two leaves, ( neither of which shall exceed 1.05 m in width) so constructed that a rebated joint not less than 12 mm wide is formed at the meeting stiles when the door is closed. The door or leaf shall not be subdivided into parts hinged together.
The door shall he hung on substantial hinges or pivots.
There shall be on each leaf a central hinge, or a substantial iron lug or spur which will tie or grip the door to the frame when the door is closed.
The door shall have bolts at top and bottom (or if in two leaves there shall be a bolt at the top and bottom of each leaf),
and there shall also be a central bolt or latch.
The bolts and latches shall he so arranged that the door can be opened from either side. Each bolt shall fasten into or engage the frame or a socket to a depth of at least 6 mm. The latch shall engage the frame or a catch to a depth of at least 12 mm. In the case of a door in two leaves the central bolt or latch on one leaf shall fasten into or engage a socket or catch on the other leaf for at least 12 mm depth.
The bolts, clips, sockets, etc shall conform to the following requirements:
a) Bolts - Not less than 12 mm thick throughout nor of a cross-sectional area less than 250 mmz.
b) Straps or clips - Not less than 3 mm thick nor less than 25 mm wide.
c) Sockets - At least 6 mm in every part.
d) Latches -. Sot less than 10 mm thick nor of cross-sectional area less than 250 mm.
e) Catches - At least 6 mm in every part.
Metal Covered Doors
The door shall be without panels and the core shall be constructed of layers of planed, tongued and grooved, thoroughly seasoned teak or yellow pine boards not less than 22 mm in thickness. The boards forming the outer layers shall be in single lengths, but the inner layer or layers may be made of not more than two pieces in any one length, provided that every length so formed shall be adjoined by a full length board on each edge. The boards shall be crossed at right angles and fastened together with iron nails shall be clenched.
CDG provides fire door inspection services as perIS 3614-1 standard.
FIRE DOOR INSPECTIONS
Like any other life saving device, fire doors must be inspected to insure they are in full working order and not damanged. Rigorous testing by our safety experts is often the first port of call. It is important that all fire doors are inspected correctly and maintained in order to comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Our fire door inspection report will provide you with a full asset register detailing the location, performance and condition of all of your doors to ensure that they are fully operational and compliant.
The company was established in early 2008 in response to the growing demand for clients, contractors and end users seeking confidence in the safety compliance of fire doors and associated fire protection in their construction projects or existing properties. Inexperienced and unqualified decisions in the specification, procurement, installation and ongoing maintenance of fire doors have proven to be a costly experience for many in the industry who have trusted advice which has subsequently been proven to be flawed.
Based on over 15 years as specialist in the industry Fire Door Certification Ltd will ensure you have confidence in the compliance of your proposed or existing fire door installations backed by certification by our qualified CDG experts. Our range of complimentary and supplementary fire safety services extend to give added value and complete confidence in the compliance of your projects and existing property assets.
A fire door label will show the doors fire protection rating, the test standards that the door is certified to, a third-party certification mark, the manufacturers, machiners, or distributors name or logo (or a numerical code that can be used for traceability), and possibly the minimum latch throw (depending on the door design), among other information. If the door is approved for a temperature rise rating, this will also be indicated on the label. Other information that can potentially be found on a fire door label include the S mark for smoke and draft applications, and a statement pertaining to the use of fire exit hardware.
The 'S' mark on a fire door label indicates that the door and frame assembly are in compliance with smoke and draft control per UL 1784 where listed and labeled Category H smoke and draft gasketing is installed. UL 1784 is a standard for testing and recording air leakage rates through a door and frame assembly at specified temperatures and pressures; however, actual leakage limits are specified by the IBC (Chapter 7) and NFPA 105.
Compliance is based on the certification listing requirements for the door, frame, and hardware as specified by the listing agency for these products and is also based on the installation and maintenance requirements found within NFPA 80. There are also more broad requirements and allowances for different types of occupancies which can be found in NFPA 101.
We conduct security seal inspection as per ASTM F1158
This guide covers procedures for the inspection and evaluation of tampering of security seals.
A security seal is a device intended to detect tampering or entry. Evaluate only single use locking devices under this guide. The following procedures shall serve as guidelines for detecting attempts at defeat and reapplication of a security seal.
This guide is not intended to be fully comprehensive; certain types of security seals, such as labels, have not been addressed to date. Further, it is the responsibility of users of this guide to interpret their specific security needs concerning the use of seals, and to determine the grade of seal appropriate for their particular application. ASTM assumes no responsibility for losses occurring as a result of a defeated seal.
Significance And Use:
If a seal can be opened by any means and successfully reapplied without exhibiting signs indicative of prior attack, the integral quality of the seal is in serious question. This guide allows that any particular method of attempted defeat can be employed to defeat a seal, and concentrates not on the effectiveness of the seal to resist that attack, but rather on the nature of the individual seal to inhibit reapplication.
This standard presents guidelines for inspection to assist in determining whether an attempt to defeat a security seal, and to possibly reapply the seal, has been made. In all cases, the guidelines are meant to focus attention on signs of attack and reapplication.
This guide covers procedures for the inspection and evaluation of tampering of security seals.
This guide is not intended to be fully comprehensive; certain types of security seals, such as labels, have not been addressed to date. Further, it is the responsibility of users of this guide to interpret their specific security needs concerning the use of seals, and to determine the grade of seal appropriate for their particular application. ASTM assumes no responsibility for losses occurring as a result of a defeated seal.
This guide is not intended to be fully comprehensive; certain types of security seals, such as labels, have not been addressed to date. Further, it is the responsibility of users of this guide to interpret their specific security needs concerning the use of seals, and to determine the grade of seal appropriate for their particular application. CDG assumes no responsibility for losses occurring as a result of a defeated seal.
A security seal is a device intended to detect tampering or entry. Evaluate only single use locking devices under this guide. The following procedures shall serve as guidelines for detecting attempts at defeat and reapplication of a security seal.
A mechanical security seal is a single use, passive device intended to detect tampering or entry into the sealed item. Removal of the security seal requires permanent and irreversible damage to the seal. The following procedures reflect the relative performance of security seals when subject to various destructive physical attacks. These tests simulate known and likely security seal implementation and attack methods.
