Supplier Records
Ask for the legal entity, site, issuer and validity dates on the supplier's IATF or ISO record. Keep management-system scope separate from any report for a specific bearing or wheel.
Sourcing Lab / Fitment and evidence
NSK Sourcing Lab for part and shipment evidence
Keep the proposed SKU, sample and supplier documents on the same revision. Review where the specification still needs an answer before treating two quotes as equivalent.
Evidence Before Commitment
Sample Check
Record the sample ID and lot, measure bearing bore, outside diameter and width in mm on the drawing datums, then record instrument, setup and acceptance limits. Inspect the ABS encoder ring side and pole count as specified and log the seal lip configuration against the offered revision.
Document Scope
Match the report identifier to the SKU, revision and target market. Confirm the required method and measured sample with the buyer. An unresolved report scope stays open.
Cross-reference review
Confirm axle side and vehicle application alongside the OE cross reference. An integrated hub comparison includes hub flange diameter and offset in mm, wheel speed sensor interface and bearing preload. Ask the supplier to identify the radial runout datum and whether the drawing calls for a loose-part or installed check. A serviceable bearing comparison includes the seal, retainer and installation method.
Commercial baseline
Line up kit contents, packaging, price breaks, MOQ, lead-time trigger and Incoterm place. A stock offer and a revised kit need separate rows because setup cost and sample approval can change.
Lot-to-carton trace
Compare the carton label, lot record, invoice and packing list. For a multi-supplier order, keep each source identifiable through consolidation and log quantities against the buyer's approved release.
From Brief to Shipment
Clarify
Capture vehicle, axle, OE number, kit contents, order quantity and target market.
Compare
Ask suppliers to quote the same revision and list any deviation separately.
Verify
Coordinate sample checks and record the buyer's decision on any mismatch.
Coordinate
Reconcile the packing list and shipment documents with the released order scope.