What we check
For electrical and instrumentation equipment, the inspection is mostly about tests and certification: routine tests on each unit, a FAT for systems and panels, and a review of type test and hazardous-area certificates. We follow the test procedure you approve and record every deviation.
Where this equipment is made in China
Manufacturers of transformers, switchgear and instruments are concentrated in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanghai, Guangdong, Tianjin and Shandong.
Non-conformances we find most often
- Ex certificate does not cover the gas group or temperature class required.
- Nameplate data different from the datasheet.
- Cable glands or entries not matching the certified configuration.
- FAT procedure steps skipped or not recorded.
Questions buyers ask
Do you check ATEX and IECEx certificates?
Yes. We confirm that the certificate is valid, that it covers the equipment model, gas group and temperature class on your datasheet, and that the marking on the equipment matches the certificate.
What is a factory acceptance test?
A factory acceptance test (FAT) is a run of the equipment at the manufacturer against an agreed procedure, before shipment, to prove that it works as specified. We witness each step and sign the FAT record or raise punch items.