Surface and condition
Define finish, edge, visible defects, protection, sampling and any agreed visual acceptance reference.
Inspection & testing
Define the checks and evidence needed before stainless steel is released.
An inspection request should identify the product, governing standard, acceptance basis, timing, records and release responsibility. State what is known and make open points visible early.
01 / Inspection scope
Start with the type of evidence the order needs.
The checks should reflect the product form and acceptance basis. A generic “inspect before shipment” instruction is not enough to define coverage, method, records or release timing.
Size and tolerance
State the dimensions, measurement method, tolerance source, frequency and required record format.
Identity and testing
Set any required chemical, mechanical, hardness, PMI or other test basis against the governing requirement.
02 / Inspection evidence
Show the condition and record that support release.
These positions are for inspection photography that clarifies actual material condition, method or records. Use real images from the relevant product and process—not generic industrial imagery.
Image brief: keep the material identity, measurement context or document reference visible where it supports the stated inspection scope.
03 / RFQ fields
Put the inspection instruction into the request.
Area
State
Define
Evidence
Material
Grade, product form and condition
Governing standard, dimensions and acceptance basis
MTC, identity markings or other agreed documents
Inspection
Visual, dimensional, material or process checks
Coverage, method, frequency, hold point and release authority
Report format, witness record, photos or test results
Delivery
Packing, destination and delivery window
Protection, labeling and handover requirements
Final release pack and any discrepancy record
04 / Next checks
Continue from the inspection question you have.
Use the supporting guidance to define the document, traceability and standards context before final acceptance.
STANDARDS
Confirm the governing basis
Use the specified standard, edition and product form as the basis for acceptance.
Open standards guidance → DOCUMENTSReview mill test certificates
Connect reported results and material identity to the actual supply requirement.
Open MTC guidance → TRACEABILITYKeep identity visible
Plan how the material, marks and evidence remain connected during handover.
Open traceability guidance →