International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) is a set of U.S. government regulations that control the export of defense and military technologies, designed to safeguard national security by preventing data and technologies from falling into unauthorized hands. For metal fabricators serving defense, aerospace, and other sensitive industries, ITAR compliance is a regulatory requirement.
At Approved Sheet Metal, we have been an ITAR-registered sheet metal fabricator since 2021, reflecting our commitment to protecting customer data and intellectual property. Learn more about our comprehensive approach to compliance, and find out how we maintain the highest security standards in our sheet metal fabrication.
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Our commitment to cybersecurity extends to all industries in our metal fabrication shop, but within the context of ITAR, our security measures are particularly important. Our approach reflects the sensitive nature of ITAR-controlled projects.
Security Measures in Our Metal Fabrication Facility
ITAR compliance encompasses numerous requirements, from secure data handling and storage to employee screening and access controls. Some of our comprehensive ITAR compliance measures include:
Strengthened digital security: Our custom quoting system and our ERP system are hosted exclusively on secure GovCloud servers. In addition, our dedicated GovCloud Server RFQ upload form ensures protected file transmission, and our ITAR-specific project folders have strictly controlled access protocols.
Physical security infrastructure: Our sheet metal shop has extensive security measures in place, including a key fob system required to enter the building and secure document destruction services.
Our Manufacturing Capabilities for ITAR-Controlled Parts
Our ITAR-compliant sheet metal services encompass a variety of industries, including aerospace, defense and military, electronics, medical devices, and energy. We specialize in manufacturing a diverse range of parts for these fields, with each of them manufactured under ITAR-mandated protocols to ensure compliance at every step of the process.
Some of our most common ITAR-controlled parts include:
- Precision prototypes
- Enclosures
- Weldments
- Brackets
- Kiosks
- Panels
- Frames
- Assemblies
- Covers
- Card cages
- Consoles
- RF/EMI shields
- Busbars
- Chassis
- Cabinets
- 19″ racks
- Contacts
Why Our ITAR Compliance Benefits All Customers
For defense contractors and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), our ITAR registration ensures that fabricated parts can be legally integrated into systems exported globally under ITAR-controlled contracts. However, the benefits extend far beyond regulatory and legal compliance.
Quality assurance: Our ITAR-registration is a demonstration of our high standards, complementing our ISO 9001 certification and proving our commitment to maintaining rigorous quality management and high manufacturing standards.
Risk mitigation: Customers can have confidence they have partnered with a trustworthy fabrication company for sensitive, high-stakes projects. With a reliable supplier like Approved Sheet Metal, customers can focus on their core business objectives without concerns about sensitive data, intellectual property, or regulatory risks.
Operational excellence: Even for non-ITAR projects, our comprehensive security infrastructure and quality management systems provide an additional layer of protection and reliability. This approach benefits all of our customers, regardless of their field of operation or regulatory requirements.
Beyond ITAR: The Approved Sheet Metal Experience
While ITAR compliance is crucial, the benefits of partnering with Approved Sheet Metal extend beyond regulatory requirements. Our engineering team offers valuable design for manufacturing (DFM) guidance, helping optimize projects for cost-effective production while maintaining the highest quality.
We quote, fabricate and deliver your parts with speed, and our combination of technical expertise and regulatory understanding makes us an ideal partner for your next project.
Begin Your Next Project With Our Sheet Metal Shop
Whether your project requires an ITAR-registered sheet metal fabricator or simply demands the highest standards in custom metal fabrication, we are ready to deliver exceptional results. Our diverse capabilities, strict security measures, and commitment to quality allow us to serve as the perfect partner for your business.
Request a quote today to start collaborating with Approved Sheet Metal!