WHAT IS LINE QUALIFICATION CONSULTING?

Line qualification consulting is a professional service that guides the process of technically verifying and certifying that a production line can manufacture a specific product or product group with suitable, adequate, and sustainable quality. During this consulting process, aspects such as process capability, equipment suitability, operator capabilities, and quality control points are thoroughly examined.

Importance of Line Qualification Consulting

1. Quality Assurance: Guarantees that the production line produces products to specific standards and with consistency.
2. Process Validation: Documents that all production parameters are functioning as defined and under control.
3. Customer Approval: Provides proof of technical capability to prime contractors or client companies.
4. Risk Reduction: Identifies potential errors, bottlenecks, and deficiencies before production begins and implements preventive measures.

Elements Addressed in Line Qualification Consulting

1. Production process analysis and mapping
2. Evaluation of equipment and machine technical adequacy
3. Definition of quality control points and measurement methods
4. Review of operator qualifications and planning of necessary training
5. Sample production and pilot production observations
6. Preparation of qualification reports and management of validation tests

This consulting service is critical in industries that require high precision and traceability, such as defense, aviation, automotive, and medical sectors. Line qualification ensures production security, meets customer expectations, and strengthens company reputation.