Why Testing Matters: PBSC’s Approach to FQT and FAT

At PBSC Ltd, we know that when you specify cleanroom, high containment, or material decontamination solutions, you want equipment that works reliably from day one. That’s why every piece of equipment undergoes Factory Quality Testing (FQT), our internal process to ensure it meets PBSC’s engineering and safety standards.

For projects where reliability, compliance, and smooth operations are essential, we also offer Factory Assurance Tests (FATs), which check performance against client specifications before your equipment even leaves our facility. Together, FQT and FAT provide a comprehensive approach that gives you confidence your equipment will perform exactly as needed from day one.

Internal FQT: Our Baseline for Quality

Before any Factory Assurance Test is carried out, every piece of equipment manufactured by PBSC undergoes rigorous Factory Quality Testing (FQT). Unlike FATs, which are tailored to client specifications and project needs, FQT is mandatory for all equipment leaving our facility.

Our FQT process ensures:

• Standardised quality checks– Every unit is tested against PBSC’s internal benchmarks to guarantee it meets our engineering and safety standards.
• Functional verification - Core functions and control systems are thoroughly verified before client-specific testing begins.

Reliability and safety- Issues are detected and resolved internally, ensuring equipment is safe, stable, and ready for FAT or dispatch.

• Consistency across products - Whether a standard pass-through hatch or a bespoke high-containment system, every product receives the same internal scrutiny.

By combining FQT as a baseline with optional FATs tailored to your project, PBSC delivers equipment that is not only built to specification but also proven reliable, safe, and consistent before it reaches your site.

Why FATs Matter

In industries like pharmaceuticals, high containment labs, and medical research, FATs are often part of contracts or recommended by industry standards. Even when they’re not required, we encourage clients and specifiers to consider them. FATs give reassurance that the equipment will perform as expected, helping to avoid costly delays or unexpected issues when it arrives on site.

Choosing a FAT offers tangible benefits:

• Confidence in performance: Equipment is fully tested and verified before delivery
• Reduced risk of downtime:Potential problems are spotted and solved early.
• Support for compliance: You get documented proof for regulated environments
• Focus for your team: Your staff can concentrate on design, installation, and day-to-day operations.
• Building Stronger Partnerships: For us, FATs aren’t just about checking equipment; they show our commitment to quality, safety, and supporting our clients. Every test helps us improve our processes, refine our products, and strengthen the trust clients and specifiers place in PBSC.

Making FATs Work for You

We know testing can feel like an extra step. That’s why we focus on making FATs straightforward and hassle-free

• Planning early so testing fits your project schedule
• Clear communication at every stage
• Realistic simulations to ensure equipment performs in real conditions
• Quick resolution if adjustments are needed
• Full support so decisions are easy and informed.

At PBSC, FATs aren’t just a procedure, they’re part of our promise. Whether you choose to include them or not, our products are designed, built, and delivered to meet your expectations. Opting for a FAT adds an extra layer of assurance, giving you confidence that your equipment will perform exactly as needed from day one.

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