Filling technology selection
Factory Acceptance Test for a Beverage Filling Machine
A FAT is useful when the acceptance basis is written before the test. Define the test materials, duration, output, quality checks, demonstrations, records and open-item closure process.
Prepare My FAT InputsSelection working asset
FAT protocol inputs
- Approved machine scope and drawings
- Bottle, cap and test-product basis
- Utilities and supply conditions
- Test duration and output definition
- Fill level or volume sampling plan
- Closure checks and reject handling
- Alarm, interlock and recovery checks
- Changeover and cleaning demonstration
- Documents, photos, videos and open-item register
Selection working asset
Evidence schedule
| Test area | Evidence | Acceptance basis |
|---|---|---|
| Output | Timestamped count and stop log | Written reference package and duration |
| Fill | Sample measurements and method | Agreed tolerance and sample size |
| Closure | Application checks and defect record | Agreed cap and inspection basis |
| Open items | Owner, due date and closure evidence | Shipment release rule |
Buyer questions
Frequently asked questions
What makes a filling-machine FAT result pass or fail?
The approved protocol must define the test materials, duration, output, sampling, fill and closure criteria, demonstrations, records and open-item closure rule.
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Write the acceptance basis before the test.
Share the reference product, package, duration, output and quality checks that the FAT must demonstrate.