Quality

Quality Is Not a Department. It's a Standard.

Our quality management system ensures every part meets specification, every time. Multiple certifications, rigorous processes, and a culture of zero defects.

Active Certifications
ISO 9001:2015
AS9100D
ISO 13485
ITAR Registered
NADCAP
Cage Code Active
Quality Process

From Raw Material to Shipment

A four-stage inspection process ensures quality is built into every part, not inspected in after the fact.

01

Incoming Inspection

All raw materials are verified against purchase order specs, mill certifications, and material test reports before release to production.

Material certification verification (MTR)
Chemical and physical property validation
Dimensional verification of stock
Lot traceability assignment
02

In-Process Inspection

Critical dimensions are verified at defined intervals throughout the manufacturing process using calibrated gauges, CMMs, and optical systems.

First piece inspection at each operation
SPC monitoring on critical features
In-process CMM verification
Real-time process monitoring
03

Final Inspection

Every production lot undergoes comprehensive final inspection per customer requirements and internal quality standards.

Full dimensional inspection per drawing
Surface finish verification
Visual inspection per workmanship standards
Functional and fit checks where required
04

Documentation & Shipping

Complete quality documentation packages including CoC, dimensional reports, and traceability records accompany every shipment.

Certificate of Conformance (CoC)
Dimensional inspection reports
Material certifications and test reports
First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) per AS9102
Incoming Inspection
In-Process Inspection
Final Inspection
Documentation & Shipping
Measurement

Inspection & Metrology

Our climate-controlled inspection lab is equipped with the latest coordinate measuring machines, optical systems, and surface analysis instruments.

Zeiss Contura CMM (3 machines)
Keyence VR-5000 wide-area 3D scanner
Mitutoyo optical comparator
Zygo white light interferometer
Surface roughness testers (Mitutoyo SJ-410)
Hardness testers (Rockwell, Brinell)
Thread gauges, pin gauges, ring gauges
Height gauges and granite surface plates
Quality control inspection
Continuous Improvement

Always Getting Better

Quality is not a destination. Our Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement programs drive measurable gains every quarter.

Lean Manufacturing

Value stream mapping, waste elimination, and flow optimization across all production cells.

Kaizen Events

Monthly cross-functional improvement events targeting specific process bottlenecks and quality issues.

SPC & Data Analysis

Statistical process control on critical features with real-time monitoring and trend analysis.

Corrective Action

Structured 8D problem-solving methodology for root cause analysis and permanent corrective action.

ITAR Registered Facility

Apex Manufacturing is registered with the U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) and complies with all International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. Our facility, personnel, and IT systems are configured to handle ITAR-controlled technical data and defense articles.

Quality You Can Verify

Request copies of our certifications, audit results, or schedule a facility tour.