Product Quality Inspection Services

From Factory Inspections to Field Labeling of installed systems, QAI has you covered

QAI provides a variety of ISO 17020 accredited global inspection services to verify quality almost anywhere in the world, we conduct inspection of finished good versus specifications, we inspect manufacturing process, final products and quality documentation for compliance for either our own certification programs or other program owners. Our team of qualified service reps will help you evaluate your manufacturing plant or product to assure quality and conformity. Our Product Quality Inspection Services include:

• Fire Doors Field Labeling (NFPA 80, NFPA 252) Inspection
• Third-Party Quality Control Factory Audits (ISO 17020, ICC-ES AC10)
• Field-installed Roofing and Building Envelope Inspection
• Factory-built Structures Inspection
• Recreational Vehicles Inspection
• Electrical Special Inspection
• Building Products Inspection
• Windows & Doors Inspection
• Roofing Products Inspection
• Medical Special Inspection

Fire Door Field Labeling Quality Inspection Services

For large-scale building and property management companies, Fire Door Field Inspection and Labeling is a perpetual need, and we have your solution. QAI field engineers work seamlessly with your team to assure compliance in many high-rises and large hotel / resort metro markets, including New York, Las Vegas and Los Angeles to name a few. By adhering to the local building codes and fire regulations, you ensure a smooth running property and can avoid the heavy non-compliance fees, fines and even possible closure.

Electrical Special Quality Inspection Services(Field Evaluation of Electrical Products for Canada only)

The special inspection program is a unique program offering manufacturers/importers/distributors of electrical equipment the opportunity to have their products accepted by the Authorities having Jurisdiction (i.e., BC Safety Authority, Electrical Safety Authority [Ontario], etc.) without the hassle of certification. This program is aimed at those manufacturers/ importers/ distributors producing a limited quantity of products or limited production type manufacturing. A special inspection includes the on-site evaluation of an electrical product to determine its compliance with the applicable codes. At the conclusion of a successful inspection, the product is labeled with the SI label, informing regulators that the product is safe.

Third-Party Quality Control Factory Audits

QAI’s factory production inspection programs of certified products are offered in factories around the world. Our follow-up surveillance programs are efficient and add value to manufacturers in achieving optimum quality of their production along with maintaining compliance with their listings.

Support Services

Our team can help navigate through all the hurdles of meeting the Codes.  Support service options we offer include:

• Identifying code requirements or test standards for your product
• Test Plan/Criteria development
• Quality Documentation preparation
• Professional Engineer sealed evaluation reports
• Code Agency submittal packages
• Communication with Engineers, Architects, and Code Authorities

Roof Quality Inspection Services

• QAI provides third party roof inspection services of the following roof types:

• Asphalt Shingle
• Wood Shingles and Shakes
• Metal
• Concrete Tile
• Spanish Tile
• Flat Roof – Torch on, SBS Modified Bitumen, Tar and Gravel etc.
• Decks above living spaces (vinyl decking)

Inspections will determine if the roof meets current building code requirements (i.e. BC Building Code or National Building Code). If there are any deficiencies found during the inspection, QAI will detail how to resolve the deficiency to ensure the longevity of the roof.   Upon completion of the inspection, a full report will be provided with pictures indicating the findings of the inspection. If no issues are found, a compliant report will be issued which can be provided to a building official as proof of compliance. Inspections can also be conducted throughout the project at your request. For larger projects such as multi-family dwellings, QAI can also provide the following services:

• Prepare detailed specifications for the project
• Prepare contract documentation
• Tender the project out to competent roofing contractors
• Provide on-going inspections throughout the project (Frequency depends on the speed and size of the project) ensuring the project runs smoothly along with maintaining quality throughout the project

The following is a summary of QAI’s qualifications as a Third Party Roofing Inspection Agency:

• Accepted inspection company with the Roofing Contractors Association of British Columbia (RCABC – http://www.rcabc.org/technical/inspectors/ )
• Accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) to Certify Roofing Materials
• Accredited by the International Accreditation Service (IAS) to certify Roofing Materials

Building Envelope Quality Inspection Services

QAI offers Building Envelope Inspection services to ensure that the installation methods of exterior cladding systems are in accordance with the current Building Code and Municipal By-Laws at the time the building permit was obtained. QAI will also provide basic wall penetrations details (window, vents, exterior electrical outlets, membrane wall junction terminations, sloped roof to wall intersection, general cavity details etc) if applicable, and/or required. Site visits will be conducted at appropriate intervals throughout the project to evaluate the critical stages of construction. After each inspection, a full report will be issued based on the findings of the report. QAI can also provide Schedules by a registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) where required.   Please contact info@qai.org for more details regarding how QAI can be of assistance for Building Envelope inspection services.