Quality assurance

Built right.
Every time.

At FormStrata Ltd, quality isn't a sign-off at the end of a job — it's built into every stage of the process. From material intake through to final inspection, every part we produce is documented, checked, and traceable.

Our commitment

Quality management
without the jargon.

We operate a documented quality management system aligned with the principles of ISO 9001:2015. Whilst we are not yet formally certified, every process we follow — from material intake to part delivery — is structured, recorded, and repeatable.

This means when you receive a part from FormStrata Ltd, it hasn't just been printed and packed. It has been produced from verified, traceable material, on calibrated equipment, to a documented process, and inspected against your specification before it leaves us.

We maintain records for every job — material batch numbers, print parameters, inspection results, and any non-conformances raised and resolved. These records are retained and available on request.

Our goal is simple: parts that meet your specification, delivered on time, with full confidence in their quality. If something isn't right, we'll tell you — and we'll fix it.

Working towards ISO 9001

Our quality management system has been designed from the ground up with ISO 9001:2015 certification in mind. The records, processes, and inspection procedures we use today align with the standard's requirements for documented information, process control, product inspection, and continual improvement.


Formal certification is part of our roadmap. In the meantime, our clients benefit from the same rigour and traceability that certification demands — without the overhead of a large quality department.


NDA available on request. All project information and client data treated as strictly confidential.

The quality process

Checked at every stage.

Quality control at FormStrata Ltd happens throughout the production process — not just at the end. Here's how we manage it.

01
Incoming material inspection
Filament batch number and supplier recorded Visual inspection for damage, moisture ingress, or contamination Drying protocol applied to hygroscopic materials (Nylon, PC, PPS-CF, PPA-CF) Spool weight and diameter verified Material certificate retained on file
02
Pre-print setup & verification
File version confirmed against customer-approved drawing or spec Slicer settings reviewed and documented per material and application Printer bed levelled and nozzle condition checked First layer adhesion and extrusion quality visually verified Print environment temperature recorded
03
In-process monitoring
Print monitored for layer delamination, warping, or stringing Any print failure logged and root cause identified Reprints documented with reason for failure Print time and material consumption recorded
04
Post-print inspection
Dimensional check against specification or drawing Visual inspection — surface quality, layer adhesion, completeness Functional check where applicable Support removal quality checked Part photographed if required for traceability
05
Non-conformance handling
Any part failing inspection logged as a non-conformance Root cause identified and documented Corrective action applied before reprint Client notified immediately of any impact to lead time Trend review to prevent recurrence
06
Dispatch & traceability
Part cross-referenced against job reference and order Material batch number included with dispatch documentation Inspection record filed and retained Client advised of any deviations from original spec Records retained for minimum 3 years
Documentation

What we record.

Every job generates a documented trail. Our quality records cover the full production lifecycle and are available to clients on request.

Filament Intake Record

Supplier, batch number, material type, date received, drying details, visual inspection result, and storage location. Retained per spool.

Print Job Record

Job reference, client, file version, material used, slicer settings, print date, print duration, operator notes, and outcome.

Component Inspection Record

Dimensional checks, visual inspection, functional test result, pass/fail status, and inspector sign-off. Issued per part or batch.

Printer Maintenance Record

Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance log, nozzle changes, bed replacements, calibration dates, and equipment condition notes.

Non-Conformance Record

Description of non-conformance, root cause, corrective action taken, disposition of affected part, and preventive measures applied.

Continual Improvement Log

Process improvements identified, actions taken, and outcomes reviewed. Reviewed regularly to drive ongoing quality enhancement.

Our principles

What quality means to us.

Transparency

If something isn't right, we'll tell you. No hiding problems, no shipping parts that don't meet spec.

Repeatability

Documented processes mean every job is run the same way — so results are consistent, not down to luck.

Traceability

Every part can be traced back to its material batch, print settings, and inspection record. Full audit trail on every job.

Improvement

We review every non-conformance and use it to improve. Quality gets better with every job we complete.

Have a quality-critical application?

Tell us about it. We'll talk you through our process and how we can document and inspect to your requirements.