10 Checkpoints of Total Quality Management
Every sofa undergoes 10 distinct quality gates to guarantee zero-defect delivery across international ocean voyages.
| Gate | Inspection Stage | Standards & Instruments |
|---|---|---|
| Gate 1 | Incoming Timber & Plywood | Moisture meter check (<12%), knot and crack inspection |
| Gate 2 | Steel Hardware & Fasteners | Salt spray rust resistance (72 hrs), steel gauge caliper |
| Gate 3 | Fabric & Leather Rolls | Color consistency under D65 light box, tensile rub check |
| Gate 4 | CNC Wood Frame Geometry | Diagonal dimensional tolerance check (±2mm) |
| Gate 5 | High-Density Foam Bonding | Eco water-based adhesive spray coverage check |
| Gate 6 | Sewing & Seam Stitching | 6-8 stitches per inch, seam pull tension test |
| Gate 7 | Upholstery Tension & Fit | Visual inspection for wrinkles, edge alignment, piping |
| Gate 8 | Mechanism Operational Testing | 3x cycle opening and closing under manual load |
| Gate 9 | ISTA-3A Drop-Tested Packaging | 5-ply corrugated carton, corner foam, moisture wrap |
| Gate 10 | Container Loading Supervision | Weight distribution, moisture desiccant, door seal audit |