rejected unit
[/rɪˈdʒɛktɪd ˈjuːnɪt/]
nounpl: rejected units
unidade rejeitada
1. A product, component, or item that fails to meet quality standards or specifications and is therefore not accepted for use, sale, or further processing
The manufacturing facility had to discard 50 rejected units due to defects in the assembly process.
A fábrica teve que descartar 50 unidades rejeitadas devido a defeitos no processo de montagem.
2. In quality control, any single item removed from production because it does not conform to established acceptance criteria
Each rejected unit must be documented and analyzed to prevent similar failures.
Cada unidade rejeitada deve ser documentada e analisada para evitar falhas semelhantes.
This term is primarily used in industrial, manufacturing, and quality assurance contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is a technical term essential in Six Sigma, lean manufacturing, and ISO quality standards. In Brazil, it is commonly used in the automotive, electronics, and food processing industries. The concept is critical for companies tracking defect rates and maintaining quality metrics.
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