FG Foss Global

Custom production managed through one clear supplier contact.

Foss Global helps European customers source and manage production in Asia without needing to deal directly with every factory detail. Support can cover a single task or the full sourcing and production setup, built around clear responsibility, factory coordination and risk-based quality control.

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Quality control & inspections

Inspection can be carried out at the Dongguan office, at the factory to verify the supplier's own checks, or directly at the factory as running-production or final release inspection.

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Product development, design & CAD

Concept development from a brief or sketch, CAD modelling and technical drawings, and sample iteration until the design is ready for production.
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Full-service sourcing

Foss Global acts as your supplier and manages the factory side of the project: sourcing, quotation follow-up, supplier communication, DFM discussions, samples, production status and practical coordination.

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Supplier audits

Audits are based on practical manufacturing and quality experience, and can be carried out against ISO 9001, ISO 13485 or any other relevant standard. The audit scope is tailored to what matters most for you, your product and supplier risk.

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Existing supplier support

Foss Global can visit and support your existing supplier for added production control, preventive follow-up, or hands-on help when quality, delivery or communication problems are already developing.

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Product relocation

Support transfer of existing products to Asian suppliers while protecting function, finish, documentation and the original product intent.
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CE marking & compliance testing

Coordination of CE marking and other compliance or safety testing requirements with factories and accredited test labs in China, run alongside your regular inspection and quality control work.

One point of contact. Factory details managed for you.

You work with Foss Global as your supplier contact. Behind the scenes, Foss Global manages factory communication, sourcing, DFM clarification, samples, inspections, production follow-up and practical problem-solving.

  • Clear requirements before factories quote or produce.
  • Supplier capability checked before production is released.
  • Inspection model matched to product risk and project stage.
  • Existing suppliers can be supported before or after problems appear.

Quality control & inspections

Inspection work can be matched to the project stage, product risk and budget. It can be performed at the Dongguan office or directly at the factory.

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Model A

Sample inspection at Dongguan office

The factory sends samples or small batches to the Foss Global office in Dongguan. Parts are checked with available tools, documented, and shipped onward from Dongguan when agreed.

  • Good for samples, first articles and small batches
  • Useful when a factory visit is not necessary
  • Inspection report with photos, measurements and findings
  • Can include repacking and shipment from Dongguan
Model B

Factory inspection verification

Foss Global visits the factory and verifies the factory's own inspection results, tools, measurement method and production records.

  • Good when the factory already has inspection routines
  • Checks whether reported data is reliable
  • Reviews measurement method, tools and sample selection
  • Can be combined with process review or release check
Model C

Factory full inspection

Foss Global goes to the factory and performs the inspection directly. This can be done during running production or as a final release inspection before shipment.

  • Good for higher-risk products or new factories
  • Can check running production and finished goods
  • Can include dimensional, visual, packaging and documentation checks
  • Supports release decision before goods are shipped

Inspection planning

  • Define sample size and acceptance criteria
  • Identify critical dimensions and appearance requirements
  • Confirm required tools, gauges, references and drawings
  • Agree whether the result is advisory or a release gate

Inspection report

  • Photos of inspected parts and defects
  • Measurement results where relevant
  • Clear pass/fail/conditional release recommendation
  • List of open issues and required factory actions
1
Define inspection scope

Agree what must be checked and what drawing, sample or requirement applies.

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Prepare tools and references

Confirm drawings, samples, gauges, measuring tools, packaging specs and acceptance limits.

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Inspect and document

Check parts, record findings and photograph important details or defects.

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Review findings

Separate critical defects from minor issues and identify whether factory action is needed.

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Release or follow up

Recommend release, conditional release, rework, sorting, replacement or further investigation.

Product development, design & CAD

Product development from a written brief, hand sketch or photo through CAD modelling, technical drawings and prototype rounds: useful when a product exists only as an idea, sketch, sample or rough requirement list.

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What Foss Global provides

  • Concept development from a written brief, requirement list, hand sketch or photo
  • 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings from a sketch, sample or reference product
  • Tolerancing, materials and finish specified for manufacturability
  • Prototypes and samples made in Asia or Europe depending on the part
  • Sample assessment, with measurement and inspection at the Dongguan office
  • Several sample rounds run until the design is signed off
  • Design adjustments to fit factory process capability
  • Drawing packages ready for quotation and production

Good for

  • Products that only exist as an idea, brief, sketch or physical sample
  • New products that need developing before any factory can quote
  • Custom parts, assemblies and fixtures, including LED lighting products
  • Cleaning up or completing incomplete supplier drawings
  • Design changes needed to resolve a manufacturability issue
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Define the design

Clarify function, dimensions, materials and finish from your input, sketch or sample.

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Model and draw

Build the CAD model and technical drawings, including tolerances and manufacturing notes.

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Prototype and iterate

Have prototypes or samples made, assess them in Dongguan, and feed the changes back into the CAD until sign-off.

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Review for manufacturability

Check the design against realistic factory process capability before it is quoted.

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Hand off to sourcing

Use the finished drawing package directly for factory sourcing, quotation and production.

Full-service sourcing

Foss Global acts as your supplier and manages the factory side of the project. You get one point of contact, while sourcing, factory communication, quotation follow-up, DFM clarification, samples and production coordination are handled for you.

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What you provide

  • Drawings, photos, samples or product description
  • Material, finish, function and quality requirements
  • Target volumes, price level and delivery expectations
  • Known risks, current supplier problems or required process type

What Foss Global manages

  • Factory search, communication and quotation follow-up
  • DFM discussions around drawings, materials, tolerances, finish and manufacturability
  • Sample coordination, technical clarification and approval follow-up
  • Production setup, quality checks and shipment readiness
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Product review

Clarify what must be produced, controlled and documented before contacting factories.

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Factory sourcing

Find factories with the right process capability, experience and practical fit for the project.

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DFM clarification

Discuss manufacturability, tolerances, finish, materials, packaging and open technical questions with the factory.

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Quotation management

Collect, compare and clarify factory quotations, assumptions, tooling costs, lead times and risks.

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Sample coordination

Manage sample production, feedback, corrections and approval steps with the factory.

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Production setup

Coordinate production release, quality checks, packing requirements and shipment readiness.

Supplier audits

Supplier audits can be tailored to what matters most for you, your product and supplier risk. Foss Global has experience with ISO 9001, ISO 13485 and other relevant standards, but the audit does not need to be a generic certificate-style checklist.

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Audit focus can include

  • Product quality and process control
  • Incoming, in-process and final inspection
  • Calibration and handling of measuring equipment
  • Drawing control, change control and sample approval
  • Non-conformance handling and corrective actions
  • ISO 9001, ISO 13485 or other relevant standard requirements

What you receive

  • Audit report with photos and findings
  • Risk evaluation based on your product and priorities
  • Practical corrective action list for major gaps
  • Supplier approval or improvement recommendation
1
Define audit purpose

Confirm if the audit is for new supplier approval, problem solving, medical/regulated expectations or routine supplier control.

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Tailor checklist

Build the audit around your risks, product requirements and the supplier's actual production process.

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Visit supplier

Review the factory, production flow, records, tools and actual implementation of controls.

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Classify findings

Separate critical risks from improvement points and clarify required corrective actions.

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Follow up

Verify whether the supplier's corrective actions are practical and actually implemented.

Existing supplier support & production follow-up

Foss Global can help at your existing supplier, either as added control to prevent problems from arising or as hands-on support when quality, delivery, communication or production issues are already going wrong.

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Preventive support

  • Visit the supplier before or during production
  • Check whether production and inspection plans are being followed
  • Review critical dimensions, process controls and packaging expectations
  • Flag weak points before they become shipment problems

Problem-solving support

  • Go to the supplier when something is already going wrong
  • Review defects, delays, communication gaps or documentation issues on site
  • Help separate root causes from symptoms
  • Follow up corrective actions and practical containment steps
1
Understand the situation

Clarify whether the goal is preventive control, urgent troubleshooting or ongoing supplier follow-up.

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Visit or contact supplier

Review the real situation with the supplier, including production status, quality records, samples or open issues.

3
Check critical points

Focus on the areas most likely to affect product quality, delivery or your approval.

4
Agree actions

Define practical containment, correction or follow-up steps with clear responsibility and timing.

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Report and follow up

Provide findings, photos where relevant, action status and recommendation for the next decision.

Product relocation

Product relocation helps move an existing product to a new Asian factory without losing function, finish, quality level or production knowledge.

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Relocation focus

  • Understand the existing product and production history
  • Identify critical features, known problems and hidden know-how
  • Compare old samples, drawings and factory assumptions
  • Validate new samples against the original product intent

What you receive

  • Transfer risk review
  • Factory shortlist and sample validation plan
  • Release recommendation for the new production setup
1
Collect product history

Review old drawings, samples, supplier issues, quality claims and your requirements.

2
Define critical requirements

Identify what must not change when the product moves to a new supplier.

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Find suitable factories

Search for factories with matching process capability and willingness to support controlled transfer.

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Compare samples

Inspect new samples against drawings, reference samples, function and appearance.

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Release controlled production

Approve only when technical, quality and documentation risks are understood and controlled.

CE marking & compliance testing

Compliance and safety testing can be coordinated directly with factories and accredited test labs in China, whether the goal is CE marking or another region-specific requirement, run alongside your regular inspection and quality control work.

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Compliance support can include

  • Identifying which directives, standards or certificates apply to the product
  • Coordinating testing with accredited labs and factories in China
  • Reviewing test reports, technical files and required documentation
  • Following up on corrective actions if a test does not pass

What you receive

  • Overview of the requirements that apply to your product
  • Test coordination and follow-up through to a pass result
  • Documentation package to support your compliance declaration
  • Practical recommendations if requirements are not met
1
Clarify requirements

Identify which regulations, directives or standards apply to the product and target market.

2
Select test scope

Agree which tests, certificates or technical documentation are needed.

3
Coordinate testing

Arrange testing with the factory and accredited test labs in China.

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Review results

Assess test reports and flag any gaps or failures.

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Finalise documentation

Compile the technical file and documentation needed to support compliance.