Automation Supplier Vetting Checklist

Designs the machine in-house (not reselling a catalog unit) Builds in its own factory (can name the floor area) Owns patents / IP on its equipment Holds ISO 9001 and can produce the certificate on request Can name the governing standard for your sector Has a verifiable export record (shipments / named clients) Runs a factory acceptance test (FAT) before shipment Provides direct after-sales (not forwarding to a third party)