Icom-Scottech applies structured inspection activities throughout manufacture to verify workmanship, confirm conformity to build documentation and reduce the risk of defect escape. Inspection is planned in accordance with the product requirements and the stage of build, from first-article verification through to final release checks. This staged approach supports stable processes, predictable yields and consistent compliance with customer specifications.

Inspection begins at goods-in, where received materials and components may be checked against purchase requirements and build documentation to confirm correct part identification, quantities, revision status and, where applicable, supporting certification. Incoming acceptance can include verification of packaging condition, labelling and traceability information, and visual checks to identify damage or nonconformance prior to release into controlled stock. This early verification supports build readiness and reduces the risk of assembly delays caused by incorrect or unsuitable materials.

For new products, engineering changes or process introductions, first article inspection (FAI) may be performed to validate that the manufacturing process produces outputs that meet the released drawings, bills of materials and acceptance criteria. FAI activities typically include verification of component fit and orientation, workmanship standards, key dimensions and interfaces, and any customer-defined critical-to-quality characteristics. Findings are recorded and, where necessary, actions are agreed to update documentation, tooling or process settings prior to further production.

During production, in-process inspections are applied at defined points between manufacturing stages to confirm that the build remains within specification and to prevent issues propagating to later steps. Prior to assembly, kit preparation activities may be verified to ensure that the correct materials, quantities, revisions and work instructions are present and issued to the job. In-process checks may then include confirmation of correct component placement and orientation, verification of conformance to the released build documentation, and inspection of workmanship features such as solder joint acceptability, wiring and pin-out accuracy, torque/fastener integrity, and the correct implementation of specified build notes. Where appropriate, inspection responsibilities and frequencies are defined to provide an effective combination of operator self-check, independent verification and documented sign-off.

Where applicable, automated optical inspection (AOI) is used to support verification of surface-mount and through hole assemblies, including checks for component presence, polarity, orientation, placement accuracy and solder joint quality. AOI programmes are set in accordance with the assembly specification and are used alongside visual inspection to provide additional coverage and consistency. Inspection results are reviewed, with any anomalies managed through controlled rework and re-inspection in line with documented processes.

Following assembly and test, units undergo final inspection to confirm overall build integrity, correct configuration and labelling, and compliance with customer-defined release criteria. Prior to dispatch, final shipping inspection (pack-out) checks may be performed to verify that the correct product and accessories are supplied, that documentation and certificates are complete where required, and that packaging (including point-of-sale packaging where specified) provides appropriate protection and presentation. This final verification supports accurate deliveries, reduces transit-related risk and provides customers with confidence that each shipment is complete, correctly identified and fit for purpose.