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Slabs inspection ensures quality control at different stages of the logistics chain, minimizing trade risks associated with specification deviations, discrepancies in quantity, or incomplete documentation for export and import operations.

CISS GROUP provides slabs inspection services for major metallurgical holdings, processing plants, slabs steel suppliers, and international metal trading companies. These services cover procurement, storage, loading, and unloading at intermediate warehouses and global ports.

Slabs inspection requires strict monitoring throughout the loading process. When loading onto ships, slabs in each tier must be stacked on wooden dunnage of a specified thickness. The first-tier dunnage must be placed transversely to the loaded cargo, while inter-tier transverse dunnage must be evenly spaced horizontally and aligned vertically. Proper slab stacking and secure lashing ensure cargo stability during transportation and contribute to safe navigation.

Accredited inspectors and laboratory technicians from CISS GROUP conduct inspections at every stage of the supply chain.

The main stages of slabs inspection:

Incoming and outgoing slabs inspection

This stage includes procurement, delivery to warehouses or ports, and removal from metallurgical enterprises. CISS GROUP inspectors assess storage conditions, verify the presence of accompanying documentation, inspect slab surfaces for damages and defects, check defect depth, measure width, thickness, geometric dimensions, and slab shape, and take samples.

Container and vessel hold cleanliness inspection

A visual inspection ensures the cleanliness and suitability of containers and vessel holds for slabs transportation. Inspectors examine internal surfaces, assess the integrity of locks, hinges, and fasteners, and check rubber seals on container doors and hold covers.

Loading process monitoring and sampling

During loading, inspectors oversee operations, confirm gross and net weight, and conduct weight checks using the draft survey method. They monitor the fumigation process, visually assess cargo quality, and collect samples according to international sampling standards. At the end of loading, inspectors seal containers or holds and document findings in real-time reports. CISS GROUP provides 24/7 inspection and sampling services.

Laboratory analysis of slabs quality

Quality testing is conducted exclusively in accredited laboratories following international contractual standards.

• Chemical composition analysis is performed on one slab per batch in accordance with regulatory documents to ensure analytical accuracy.
• Defect depth analysis is determined through lightening or trial cleaning.
• Width measurements are taken at least 200 mm from the ends, while thickness is measured 200 mm from the ends and 40 mm from the side edges. When stacked, thickness may be measured 100 mm from the side edges.
• Geometric dimensions and slab shape are evaluated using precision measuring tools with a maximum error of 1.0 mm.
• Sample weight determination is based on dimensional calculations multiplied by metal density, as supplied by the producer or verified in laboratory testing.

Photo and video reporting

Each inspection stage is documented through photographs and videos, timestamped for accuracy. Upon completion, CISS GROUP provides a detailed photo report covering all inspection and control stages.

Certification

Following the inspection, final certificates or reports are issued. Clients can verify document authenticity via a unique QR code, granting access to digital certificates on the CISS GROUP website. Digital cryptographic signatures ensure security and reliability.

Digitally signed certificates are often required by banks for trade financing verification, particularly in letter-of-credit transactions.

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