Cabinet Hardware Inspection Report
Location: Guangzhou Panyu, China
Inspection Date: April 21, 2025
Product Type: Cabinet Hardware (Export to the USA)
Inspected Items: Hinges, Drawer Slides, Handles/Knobs, Cabinet Latches, Shelf Supports
1. General Information
This report summarizes the quality inspection of cabinet hardware manufactured in China for export to the U.S. market. The inspection was conducted in accordance with industry standards (ANSI/BHMA, ASTM) and client specifications. Supplier and client details are confidential and have been approved for public release.
2. Common Defects Found
A. Appearance Defects
- Surface Imperfections
- Scratches, dents, or discoloration on hinges and drawer slides.
- Inconsistent plating/coating (e.g., pitting, uneven gloss on zinc/nickel finishes).
- Deformation
- Bent or misaligned drawer slide rails.
- Warped hinge plates due to improper stamping.
- Poor Welding/Assembly
- Visible weld splatter on welded components (e.g., shelf brackets).
- Loose screws or rivets in handles/knobs.
B. Functional/Performance Defects
- Hinges
- Misalignment causing door sagging or uneven gaps.
- Insufficient tension, leading to loose door movement.
- Excessive noise during operation (lack of lubrication).
- Drawer Slides
- Rough movement due to inadequate roller alignment.
- Failure to fully extend (incomplete extension slides).
- Handles/Knobs
- Thread stripping or weak screw fastening.
- Sharp edges posing safety risks.
- Corrosion Resistance
- Salt spray test failures (48-hour test showed rust spots on low-quality coatings).
3. Testing Methods
- Visual Inspection: 100% check for surface defects.
- Dimensional Verification: Calipers for critical tolerances.
- Load Testing:
- Hinges: 50,000 open/close cycles (10% samples failed prematurely).
- Drawer slides: 100 lb dynamic load test (5% exhibited rail deformation).
- Salt Spray Test (ASTM B117): 5% of samples showed corrosion before 72 hours.
4. Conclusion
The overall quality meets basic functional requirements, but improvements are needed in:
- Surface Treatment: Enhance plating/coating consistency.
- Material Strength: Upgrade steel thickness for load-bearing parts.
- Process Control: Tighten tolerance checks during assembly.
Recommendation:
- Supplier to address defects in Batch #PY-0425-USA prior to shipment.
- Random re-inspection advised for corrective actions.
Prepared By: [Your Company Name]
Approved By: [Quality Manager]
(Note: This report is anonymized for public sharing per client authorization.)
