As essential facilities in the funeral industry, columbarium units directly impact the interests of bereaved families. The base, serving as the foundation of the structure, bears the entire weight and ensures stability. Thus, rigorous inspection is crucial. This guide, presented by Mr. Luo, Sales Manager at HuaHeng Columbarium Factory, Jiangxi, China, outlines the key inspection points for columbarium bases to ensure they meet relevant standards and requirements.

1. Inspection Basis
   This inspection is conducted in accordance with national regulations, standards, and industry guidelines, including but not limited to the Architectural Design Code for Funeral Homes and the Quality Inspection Standards for Funeral Equipment. It also draws on advanced production techniques and experience from both domestic and international funeral equipment manufacturers to ensure scientific rigor and authority.

2. Inspection Content

• Material Inspection
  (1) Main Material: Bases are typically made of steel, stainless steel, or other metals. Inspections should verify that materials meet design specifications, offer sufficient strength, and are corrosion-resistant. Special inspections are required for materials with additional properties, such as fire or moisture resistance.
  (2) Connection Method: Connections between the base and the structure, whether welded or bolted, must be secure. Weld quality should comply with standards, and bolted connections should be tight and free from looseness.

  
  

• Dimensional Inspection
  (1) Basic Dimensions: Key dimensions—length, width, height—must match design drawings. Flatness and verticality should also meet requirements.
  (2) Installation Dimensions: The base must align with the structure’s installation points to ensure stable and secure assembly. Pre-drilled holes should be accurately positioned and sized.

• Load-Bearing Capacity Inspection
  (1) Static Load Test: Apply the designed static load to check for deformation, cracking, or other abnormalities. This test evaluates the base’s load-bearing capacity and stability.
  (2) Dynamic Load Test: Simulate real-world dynamic loads to assess the base’s performance under conditions such as vibration and displacement.

• Anti-Corrosion and Rust Prevention Inspection
  (1) Coating Quality: Inspect the thickness, uniformity, and adhesion of surface coatings. Coatings should provide effective protection against environmental erosion.
  (2) Anti-Corrosion Treatment: For bases requiring special treatments (e.g., hot-dip galvanizing, spray coating), verify compliance with standards and check the post-treatment surface quality.

• Safety Inspection
  (1) Fire Resistance: If fire resistance is required, conduct specialized tests to evaluate performance in fire scenarios.
  (2) Electrical Safety: For bases with electrical components (e.g., lighting, monitoring systems), inspect insulation, grounding, and other safety features.
  (3) Other Safety Risks: Check for potential hazards such as sharp edges or protrusions. Ensure the load-bearing structure is robust and reliable.

3. Inspection Methods

• Visual Inspection: Examine appearance and surface coating quality.

• Measuring Tools: Use rulers, levels, etc., to verify dimensions and flatness.

• Load Testing: Conduct static and dynamic load tests with appropriate equipment.

• Specialized Tests: Perform fire resistance, corrosion resistance, or other specific tests as needed.

4. Conclusion and Recommendations
   Based on the inspection results, evaluate the quality and safety of the columbarium base. Provide improvement suggestions for any identified issues.

If you have any inquiries, please feel free to contact Mr. Luo, Sales Manager at HuaHeng Columbarium Factory Jiangxi, China. He is committed to offering prompt assistance and ensuring a satisfactory experience.