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Quality & Compliance

AS9100 certified aerospace supplier delivering DFARS compliant fasteners with uncompromising quality standards

Uncompromising Quality Standards

For over 90 years, Pilgrim Aerospace Fasteners has maintained the highest quality standards in the aerospace industry. Our comprehensive quality management system ensures every product meets or exceeds customer specifications and industry requirements through rigorous testing, inspection, and continuous improvement processes.

90+
Years of Quality Excellence
100%
Product Inspection
4+
Major Certifications
24/7
Quality Monitoring

Industry Certifications

Our certifications demonstrate our commitment to meeting the most stringent quality and compliance requirements.

AS9100 Rev D

Quality Management Systems - Requirements for Aviation, Space and Defence Organizations

CurrentRenewal: 2025
AS9100 Rev D certification logo
Aerospace quality management system
Risk management integration
Configuration management
Product safety requirements

ISO 13485:2016

Medical Devices Quality Management Systems

CurrentRenewal: 2025
ISO 13485:2016 certification logo
Medical device manufacturing
Risk-based approach
Regulatory compliance
Design controls

DFARS Compliant

Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement

CompliantRenewal: Ongoing
Domestic source restrictions
Supply chain security
Cybersecurity requirements
Defense contractor compliance

ITAR Registered

International Traffic in Arms Regulations

RegisteredRenewal: Annual
Defense articles compliance
Export control procedures
Security protocols
Personnel screening

Quality Management Process

Our systematic approach to quality ensures consistent results at every stage of manufacturing.

1

Incoming Material Inspection

Comprehensive verification of all raw materials and components before entering production.

Material certifications
Chemical analysis
Dimensional verification
Visual inspection
2

In-Process Quality Control

Real-time monitoring and control of manufacturing processes to ensure consistent quality.

Statistical process control
Real-time monitoring
Process validation
Operator certification
3

Final Product Inspection

Comprehensive final inspection and testing before shipment to ensure specification compliance.

Dimensional inspection
Material testing
Performance verification
Documentation package
4

Continuous Improvement

Ongoing analysis and improvement of processes, systems, and quality performance.

Data analysis
Process optimization
Training programs
Customer feedback integration

Inspection Capabilities

State-of-the-art inspection equipment ensures precise measurement and verification of all quality parameters.

Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)

Dimensional inspection to ±0.0001" accuracy

Complex geometry verification
3D measurement
Statistical analysis

Optical Comparators

High-magnification dimensional inspection

Thread inspection
Profile verification
Small part measurement

Material Testing Equipment

Tensile, hardness, and impact testing

Material property verification
Lot acceptance testing
Quality validation

Non-Destructive Testing

Magnetic particle, dye penetrant inspection

Crack detection
Surface defect identification
Internal flaw detection

Chemical Analysis

Spectroscopic material identification

Alloy verification
Chemical composition
Material traceability

Environmental Testing

Temperature, humidity, corrosion testing

Performance validation
Durability testing
Environmental compliance

Continuous Improvement

Our commitment to continuous improvement drives innovation in quality processes, manufacturing techniques, and customer satisfaction. We leverage data analytics, customer feedback, and industry best practices to continuously enhance our operations.

Statistical Process Control (SPC) implementation
Employee training and development programs
Customer feedback integration and response
Technology adoption and process innovation
Pilgrim Aerospace quality control and continuous improvement

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Discuss Your Quality Requirements

Partner with an AS9100 certified aerospace supplier committed to the highest quality standards. Our quality team is ready to discuss your specific requirements and compliance needs.