At Approved Sheet Metal, quality is a system, a mindset, and a promise to every customer we serve. Our ISO 9001:2015 certification is a key part of that promise. This globally recognized standard defines the framework for a quality management system (QMS) that prioritizes consistent performance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. Our QMS is woven into how we deliver precision sheet metal parts every day.
In an industry that depends on accuracy, speed, and repeatability, ISO 9001:2015 certification signals that you’re working with a shop that values structure, accountability, and responsiveness. From the first RFQ to the final inspection, every process at Approved Sheet Metal follows a documented and repeatable path designed to deliver the right parts, at the right time, every time.
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What ISO 9001:2015 Certification Really Means
The ISO 9001:2015 standard reflects modern quality management principles, including risk-based thinking, process consistency, and customer focus. Every department at
Approved Sheet Metal operates under documented procedures that are reviewed, audited, and refined regularly. Our leadership team actively uses data and feedback to identify areas for improvement and ensure that performance remains high.
Risk-based thinking plays a huge role in our QMS. We evaluate every step in our process not just for repeatability, but for what could go wrong and how we’ll prevent it. This mindset helps us minimize downtime and avoid rework. The certification also supports a strong focus on custom sheet metal fabrication, where part complexity, tight tolerances, and specialized finishes are the norm.
Why ISO 9001:2015 Matters in Custom Fabrication
Engineers and buyers need fabrication partners who are as focused on quality as they are. ISO 9001:2015 certification demonstrates that Approved Sheet Metal has the structure in place to build and deliver consistent results. It’s also increasingly required in sectors like aerospace, defense, medical, and electronics.
Whether you’re ordering a single prototype or managing a high-volume production run, you can expect consistent outcomes with excellent documentation. If a problem does occur, our system includes nonconformance reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective action to prevent recurrence. This structure allows us to continually improve and deliver a better experience with every order.
How Certification Shapes Our Daily Operations
Our QMS guides every stage of the fabrication process. At the quoting phase, standardized procedures help ensure consistent lead times and accurate pricing. Each job undergoes a contract review that verifies specs, finishes, and tolerances, and flags any ambiguous requirements before fabrication begins.
Once a job is launched, it’s routed through laser cutting, punching, and forming operations using standardized work instructions and version-controlled setup sheets. Operators follow SOPs tailored to each machine, and in-process inspections catch issues early. Hardware installation, welding, and finishing are all documented and monitored for consistency, while first article inspections and final checks help ensure parts meet requirements before they’re packed and shipped.
And the system doesn’t end when a part leaves our shop. Feedback is logged, trends are monitored, and improvement opportunities are reviewed by leadership on a regular basis. This ongoing commitment to quality is why our customers continue to trust us with their most demanding sheet metal projects.
How ISO 9001:2015 Improves the Customer Experience
When you work with Approved Sheet Metal, requirements never fall through the cracks. Every job begins with a formal review of drawings and models, and we capture special requirements such as coatings, certifications, or tight tolerances up front. If there’s missing information, we ask before production starts.
Customer feedback is treated as a valuable resource. Whether it’s a formal issue or a quick email about a small change, we log it, track it, and use it to drive improvements. Our culture is built on the idea that getting it right the first time is the goal, and getting better each time is the expectation. By maintaining ISO 9001:2015 certification, we give them peace of mind.
A Certified Partner You Can Count On
ISO 9001:2015 certification is a reflection of our commitment to excellence in precision sheet metal fabrication. And in addition to ISO 9001:2015, Approved Sheet Metal is proud to be ITAR registered, allowing us to serve customers in the defense and aerospace sectors with compliant, secure manufacturing processes. We’re also actively pursuing other industry certifications to better serve our customers in regulated industries like medical and telecommunications.
Whether you’re a buyer, engineer, or product manager, partnering with an ISO-certified shop is a smarter path to production. If you’re looking for a trusted metal fabrication shop for custom sheet metal parts, contact us today.