Don't rush to unload warehouse cages into storage on arrival. First carry out a site acceptance against the contract, and photograph any problem on the spot, so that later claims have evidence. Acceptance has four steps — quantity, appearance, dimensions and function — and is most effective when completed before unloading.
Step one, count quantity: check the number of cages and folding accessories against the delivery note; for folding warehouse cages, count carefully that hinges and door latches are all present. Step two, inspect appearance: check the mesh panels for obvious deformation, broken welds, widespread paint loss or white rust, and check whether the frame-to-post joints are cracked.
Step three, measure dimensions: sample 3–5 cages and measure external length, width and height and the forklift-pocket openings with a tape, comparing against the contract; record any deviation over ±5mm. Step four, test function: open and close a folded cage to check it runs smoothly, that the door latch self-locks, and stack two empty cages by hand to see whether the stacking feet line up.
Load acceptance needn't mean pressuring every cage; sample one cage for a fully loaded stacking test: load rated goods, stack to the design layers, leave it for 24 hours, and check whether the bottom cage shows obvious sag or cracked welds. If a defective batch is found, reject the whole batch and ask the maker to resupply — don't pick out a few good ones yourself.
Acceptance records must be signed by both parties, stating the accepted quantity and any abnormalities. Nanjing Tongnuo Warehouse Equipment Manufacturing Co., Ltd. ships with an inspection certificate and a warranty card, which customers can use for follow-up after-sales service.