Inspect. Document. Decide.

Quality you can review before shipment.

Agree the scope before inspection and review photographs, measurements and observations before making your dispatch decision.

[Replace with real photo: inspector measuring slab]

Inspection types

Block inspection

Review visible fractures, dimensions and agreed material characteristics before processing.

Slab inspection

Check sampled slabs for shade, dimensions, thickness, repairs and surface finish.

Tile inspection

Review sampled tiles for size, thickness, finish, edges and sorting.

Packing inspection

Review crates, separators, protection, labelling and packing-list correspondence.

Container loading supervision

Observe container condition, loading sequence, restraint and identification under the agreed scope.

Standards we test against

Reference examples for agreeing an external laboratory test scope:

ASTM C97: absorption and bulk specific gravity; C99: modulus of rupture; C170: compressive strength; C241: abrasion resistance.
ASTM C615: granite dimension stone specification.
EN 1936: density and porosity; EN 12372: flexural strength under concentrated load.
EN 14617 series: agglomerated stone test methods, where that material is relevant.

Applicable tests are agreed per order and application.

The appropriate method and current edition are agreed with the appointed laboratory. Listing standards does not imply accreditation or completed testing.

ASTM reference list ↗BSI natural stone standards ↗