Fabric Weight and GSM Verification Inspection

Quality control inspection for verifying fabric grams per square meter (GSM) against target specifications before cut-and-sew release.

Inspection Setup and Lot Identification

• Fabric lot or roll identification recorded
  Record the lot number, roll number, supplier, style, color, and purchase order or work order reference.
• Target GSM specification available for this lot
  Enter the target GSM or specification reference used for acceptance.
• Sampling location and method documented
  Identify where the specimen was taken from to support traceability and lot representativeness.
• Test environment and balance status verified
  Confirm the measurement setup is suitable for accurate GSM testing.

Specimen Preparation

• Specimen cut to known area
  Confirm the sample was cut using a GSM cutter or other method with a verified area.
• Specimen free of wrinkles, folds, and tension
  The sample must be flat and relaxed before weighing to avoid distorted GSM results.
• Specimen free of visible contamination or moisture
  Reject samples with oil, lint buildup, water, or other contamination that could affect mass.
• Specimen count prepared for repeat testing
  Enter the number of cut specimens tested for this lot or roll.

GSM Measurement Results

• Measured specimen weight
  Record the mass of the cut specimen using the calibrated balance.
• Specimen area used for GSM calculation
  Enter the known sample area used to calculate GSM.
• Calculated GSM
  Enter the calculated grams per square meter for the specimen.
• GSM within target tolerance
  Confirm the measured GSM meets the approved target and tolerance for this fabric lot.

Lot Acceptance and Non-Conformance

• Lot accepted for cut-and-sew release
  Approve the lot only when GSM results meet specification and no critical deficiencies are present.
• Deviation from target GSM recorded
  Enter the measured variance from target GSM, if applicable.
• Non-conformance or hold action documented
  Select all actions taken when the fabric does not meet GSM requirements.
• Corrective action reference entered
  Record the NCR, CAPA, or deviation reference number for follow-up.

Inspector Sign-Off

• Inspection notes complete
  Summarize any unusual findings, repeat tests, or measurement concerns.
• Photo evidence attached
  Attach a photo of the specimen, scale reading, or GSM cutter setup when required by site procedure.
• Inspector signature
  Inspector signs to confirm the GSM verification was completed accurately.