Operation and Maintenance of Ring Inspection Unit

1) Purpose

The purpose of this SOP is to outline the procedures for operating and maintaining the ring inspection unit to ensure thorough inspection and quality control of rings.

2) Scope

This SOP applies to all personnel involved in the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of the ring inspection unit in the manufacturing facility.

3) Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of production operators, maintenance staff, and quality control personnel to follow this SOP to ensure proper operation and maintenance of the ring inspection unit.

4) Procedure

4.1 Preparation

1. Ensure the work area and equipment are clean and sanitized before starting the inspection process.
2. Verify the availability and integrity of rings ready for inspection.
3. Inspect the ring inspection unit, including inspection cameras and rejection mechanisms, to ensure they are clean and properly calibrated.

4.2 Inspection Process

1. Set up the inspection parameters such as size, shape, color, and defects according to product specifications.
2. Load the rings onto the inspection conveyor and start the inspection process.
3. Monitor the inspection process to identify and reject defective rings based on predefined criteria.

4.3 Cleaning and Maintenance

1. Stop the ring inspection unit after completing the inspection batch.
2. Clean the inspection cameras, rejection chutes, and conveyor belts thoroughly to remove any residues.
3. Perform routine maintenance tasks such as calibration of inspection cameras and replacement of conveyor belts.

5) Abbreviations, if any

N/A

6) Documents, if any

Batch production record, Cleaning log, Ring inspection specifications

7) Reference, if any

GMP guidelines, Manufacturer’s operating manual for ring inspection unit

8) SOP Version

Version 1.0