Goods receipt
Sampling bulk material at goods receipt is an important step in many industries. It is used to ensure the quality, safety and compliance with regulations of the incoming materials. Here are some specific reasons why this sampling is so important:
- Quality assurance: Sampling allows companies to verify that the quality of the incoming bulk material meets the expected standards. This can help identify low-quality or non-compliant materials before they enter the production process.
- Compliance: Many industries are subject to strict regulations regarding the safety and quality of their products. Bulk sampling can help verify compliance with these regulations and ensure that no harmful or prohibited substances enter production.
- Supplier evaluation: Sampling can also help evaluate supplier performance. If a supplier regularly supplies material that does not meet the standards, this could be an occasion for the company to reconsider its relationship with that supplier.
- Traceability: In the event of a quality issue or recall, sampling can help identify the source of the problem. By keeping records of the samples taken from each lot of incoming material, companies can determine which material may have caused the problem.
It is important to note that bulk sampling must be carried out correctly in order to provide accurate and reliable results. This means that it must be representative of the entire lot and that it is carried out in a way that does not contaminate or otherwise alter the sample.