At Firelands Component Sourcing Solutions, we understand that quality isn’t just a checkbox—it’s the foundation of successful manufacturing. That’s why we developed our Safe Launch program, a rigorous, independent quality verification process designed to ensure that your components meet specifications.
We only work with vetted, high-quality suppliers to ensure reliable manufacturing. However, we recognize that some of our clients produce mission-critical components where failure is not an option. For these applications, we offer an additional layer of quality protection through our Safe Launch program—a rigorous, independent quality verification process designed to ensure that your components meet specifications from the first article to ongoing production.
What is Safe Launch?
Safe Launch is our structured quality assurance program that provides an extra layer of confidence when sourcing components from global suppliers. By using independent third-party inspections, we verify that all Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) and Key Characteristics (KC) are met, ensuring your parts are manufactured correctly from day one.
How Safe Launch Works
First Article Inspection
- A third-party quality specialist inspects and validates all Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) and Key Characteristics (KC) before production approval.
- Detailed inspection reports confirm that parts meet design specifications, material requirements, and dimensional tolerances.
- Customers receive a full inspection report with data-backed validation.
Ongoing Quality Audits
- We can conduct periodic quality audits to ensure that product quality remains consistent over time.
- This proactive approach detects variations early, helping to prevent quality drift and unexpected non-conformances.
- Customers can select audit frequency based on production volume, risk factors, and performance history.
Ensure Your Quality from Day One
When sourcing globally, even with the best suppliers, there’s no room for uncertainty—especially for mission-critical components. Safe Launch provides the independent verification you need to guarantee your parts meet specifications before they ever reach your production line. Whether you need first article validation or ongoing quality monitoring, our program ensures that you can trust every component you receive.
Don’t leave quality to chance. Partner with Firelands Component Sourcing Solutions and take control of your sourcing success.