By default, we utilize a 6-point inspection for all projects, while also offering comprehensive inspection services such as Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
We can trace parts back to the machine/build and the settings they were created with. Traceability from order acceptance to shipping. Records retained for 11 years.
We adhere to standard processes but can customize workflows to meet additional customer requirements, inspections, or specific steps.
Perfection is ideal, our performance is exceptionally close with a defect rate of less than 1%.
Stratasys Direct's ISO 9001 certification signifies our commitment to an international standard for quality management systems (QMS). This framework ensures that we consistently meet customer expectations and regulatory standards. Moreover, AS9100, built upon ISO 9001, adds aerospace-specific requirements and is supported by the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG), comprising representatives from leading aerospace companies globally.
At Stratasys Direct, quality assurance is not just about following the rules; it's a commitment to meticulous attention to detail every step of the way. We prioritize delivering top-tier parts while upholding stringent process controls. With our ITAR registration and latest revisions of ISO 9001 and AS9100 certifications, we demonstrate our capability to consistently meet customer and regulatory standards. Through our robust system, we ensure superb process controls and traceability for all parts produced in our facilities, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Additionally, our manufacturing services prioritize both speed and quality, ensuring your parts are delivered within defined project parameters. Rest assured, our certified systems guarantee quality controls at every stage, from incoming materials to final production. Furthermore, we maintain compliance with industry standards such as DIBNET, ensuring secure communication channels with the Department of Defense, NIST 800-171 guidelines for protecting sensitive information, and a SPRS score of 110, signifying our high-performance level and minimal risk in meeting DoD standards and regulations.
Ensuring control and traceability across the manufacturing process is essential. From quote request to delivery, each step is closely monitored for flawless production. It starts with engineering requirements sent for a quote, followed by contract review for compliance. Upon agreement, full production traceability is maintained, including build, materials, parameters, and inspections. Projects are tracked throughout manufacturing, with finishing processes traced and final inspection conducted before packaging and shipping to meet deadlines.
With traditionally manufactured parts or additive manufacturing, it’s essential to trace a part back to its original build and material. Our entire process from request for quote to delivery is carefully monitored to ensure perfect parts.
Stratasys Direct is committed to supporting you every step of the way, including the initial stages of project discussion where confidentiality is paramount. Simply send an email to nda@stratasysdirect.com if you require an NDA before proceeding further.
Upon receiving your request and queuing it, we strive to respond within 24-48 business hours. Once your request reaches our queue, we thoroughly examine the NDA and aim to respond promptly.
Standard 6 Point Inspection process includes measuring X, Y, and Z dimensions, conducting a visual inspection to ensure surface finish and overall aesthetics meet standards, checking for flatness by assessing if the part rocks on a granite block, and conducting a FOD check to inspect for foreign objects or debris.
100% Inspection to drawing for part inspection involves examining each component against the engineering drawing or CAD model to ensure it meets precise specifications, including dimensional tolerances and surface finish requirements.
First Article Inspection (FAI) rigorously evaluates the initial part from a new manufacturing process, such as 3D printing, ensuring it meets specified requirements like dimensional accuracy and material properties. By comparing it to design specifications and conducting tests, FAIs validate the manufacturing process, identify issues early, and maintain product quality.
AS9102 Reporting sets standards for documenting first article inspections in aerospace, ensuring components meet quality standards and regulatory requirements. It includes detailed documentation of inspection results to maintain consistency, traceability, and compliance across the aerospace supply chain.
Surface Profile in GD&T, a surface profile defines the allowable variation from the ideal shape of a surface. It measures how much the surface can deviate and sets precise limits to ensure it stays within a specific tolerance zone. This ensures that the surface is uniform and matches the design specifications, allowing all parts to fit and function together correctly.
Surface Roughness Testing involves measuring the texture of the outer surface of a part. It quantifies the irregularities and deviations from the ideal surface, providing information about the part's finish quality.
Durometer Testing measures the hardness or softness of a material, typically elastomers or flexible materials used in 3D printing. It helps assess the material's suitability for specific applications and ensures consistency in material properties.
Colorimeter is a device used to quantify the color of a surface. It's employed to ensure color accuracy and consistency across batches of printed parts, especially important for applications where color matching is critical.
Electrostatic Discharge Static Testing involves measuring the resistance of static dissipative surfaces, such as those used in electronics applications. It ensures that parts designed to dissipate static electricity meet the required resistance standards to prevent damage to sensitive electronic components.
Tensile Testing evaluates the mechanical properties of a material by subjecting it to tension. For parts it assesses the strength and elasticity of parts by pulling them until they break, providing valuable data for material characterization and quality assurance.
Flexural Testing measures the resistance of a material to bending or deformation. It evaluates the stiffness and durability of parts when subjected to bending forces, helping ensure their suitability for applications requiring resilience and structural integrity.
Torque Testing assesses the strength and performance of threaded connections, fasteners, or other parts subject to torque forces, ensuring they meet the required specifications for assembly and use.
At Stratasys Direct, our commitment to quality is unwavering, and we invest in specialized inspection equipment to ensure the excellence of our manufactured parts. With measurement accuracies as precise as ±0.0010" inches for single contact measurements, ±0.0019" inches for volumetric measurements, and ±0.0010" inches for laser line scan measurements, we uphold rigorous standards, ensuring the precise evaluation of part dimensions and features. Below we highlight some of our most common inspection tools. Contact us for additional information.
