Packaging Quality Control Standards We Use
How we structure quality control from stock inspection through final delivery.
Quality control on packaging happens at four stages: incoming stock, in-press, in-finishing, and final inspection. Each has specific checks.
Incoming stock
Paper batch tested for gsm consistency, brightness, and color. Batches that fail get returned to the mill.
In-press color check
Every 500th sheet pulled and measured against Pantone reference. Adjustments made in real-time.
In-finishing check
Foil, emboss and lamination sampled for registration, density, and adhesion.
Final inspection
Random sampling before dispatch. AQL 2.5 standard for retail; AQL 1.0 for luxury.
Archived reference
First-run sample archived for future reprint comparison. See die storage.
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