PennEngineering operations in Danboro, PA, and Kunshan, China, have received Aerospace Standard AS9100 approval. The two sites are in addition to the company’s operations at 3V Fasteners Company, Inc., in Corona, CA, and QRP, Inc., in Leland, NC, which already had been approved. The widely adopted industry standard, based on the current version of International Quality System Standard ISO 9000, adds specific requirements unique to the aerospace industry to further ensure safety, reliability, and quality of aerospace products.
“This certification demonstrates that each of these manufacturing facilities are clearly well-positioned to support the needs of the evolving aerospace industry within their respective regions,” said Mark Petty, President of PennEngineering. “It further reinforces our ongoing commitment to providing the highest quality of products, services, and support for all customers around the world, regardless of their location.”
The scope of the certification covers the design and manufacture of self-clinching fasteners, threaded inserts, and other threaded and unthreaded fasteners. Certification follows a rigorous and independent audit of quality procedures and practices at each facility. Every aspect of the company’s Quality Management System is assessed, including organizational structure, procedures and processes, resources, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.
PennEngineering operates fastener manufacturing facilities and key sales offices in North America, Europe, and Asia and is supported by a worldwide network of authorized engineering representatives and distributors.