AS9100 & ITAR Certified Aerospace Machining Company
Meeting precision requirements isn't the only criteria when it comes to aerospace components. Aerospace manufacturers must also ensure they have the proper quality management systems, certifications, regulations, and required documentation in place. By partnering with an AS9100 and ITAR compliant aerospace machining company, customers can rest easy knowing that their parts are produced by controlled processes that have met industry standards.
Precision matters when it comes to aerospace components and defense hardware. That's why certifications and compliance are top priorities here at W Machine Works.
What is AS9100 Certification?
AS9100 is a quality management standard used within the Aerospace Industry. Created by SAE International, this standard outlines additional controls that supplement ISO 9001 requirements.
An AS9100 certified aerospace machining company has verified processes in place to control:
- Consistent Product Quality
- Risk Management / Mitigation
- Traceability of Materials
- Process Validation / Documentation
- Improvement & Monitoring
When you purchase or order your CNC parts from an AS9100 certified company, you can expect the manufacturer to have processes in place to help ensure your product performs as expected.
AS9100 and Aerospace Manufacturing
Imagine the different environments your aerospace components will be subjected to: high temperatures, vibration, pressure, stress. Minor deviations or variances can cause major performance issues or even failures, which ultimately represent a safety risk.
An AS9100 aerospace part manufacturer will have the processes in place to ensure your components are produced as specified. This includes:
- Tight tolerance machining capabilities
- Controlled manufacturing environments
- Inspection documentation
- Material traceability
- Consistent production processes
Whether it's for commercial aviation or a defense project, AS9100 applies to any company that needs to meet strict requirements.
What is ITAR Compliance?
If you're supplying to the defense industry, there's another regulation you should be aware of. ITAR, or International Traffic in Arms Regulations, is a regulation administered by the U.S. Department of State. ITAR regulates the manufacturing, handling, and dissemination of defense-related technical data and components.
Being ITAR compliant means ensuring that defense technical information and components are protected from unauthorized persons.
An ITAR compliant defense industry part manufacturer will have processes in place to protect:
- Technical Data
- Facilities & Systems
- Employee Training
- Documents and Records
If you will be working with the government, chances are you will need to work with an ITAR compliant company. This is a non-negotiable.
Certifications Matter
When procurement teams and engineers research aerospace machining companies, they often look for certifications first. Not only do certifications validate that a company has the right processes in place to support your program, they also demonstrate investment in the proper resources to ensure success.
Certifications can:
- Decrease supplier risk
- Shorten qualification cycles
- Increase supply chain reliability
- Help meet contract requirements
- Give peace of mind concerning product quality
All of these benefits can help your program avoid delays and succeed throughout its lifecycle.
AS9100 and ITAR Compliance at W Machine Works
Like many machining companies, we understand the importance of certifications. However, possessing a certification doesn't mean much without the people and equipment to back it up. Aerospace machining requires skilled labor operating the latest technology. It must combine:
- 5-Axis CNC Machining
- Cutting-Edge Inspection Equipment
- High-Performance Material Expertise
- Automated Process Monitoring
- Expert Machinists / Engineers
Here at W Machine Works, we take pride in providing our customers with the highest quality aerospace parts. By combining our 40+ years of machining experience with AS9100 and ITAR compliance, we ensure you receive parts that meet your requirements and program needs.