Aerospace companies have unique quality management requirements. AS9100 is an international quality standard specific to the products and services provided to the Aviation, Space and Defense sector (AS&D). It is the AS&D-focused version of ISO9001, expanding on what ISO9001 offers and providing confidence in our ability to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.

The Aviation, Space and Defense sector wants to be sure that any partners they engage with to get their product to market will be able to support them in quality and regulatory matters. If there is a product challenge, they need to be confident that their supplier or manufacturer not only produces quality solutions but they also have the correct systems and records in place.

The Defence Industry Security Program is a requirement for engaging in a contract with the Department of Defence whether directly or as a subcontractor to the main supplier. The award of this certification is by membership application once critical security and safety criteria are met.

This certification is a pre-requisite for engaging in Defence contracts. It demonstrates our readiness to engage and that we have the systems in place to safeguard national interests in the area of Defence by ensuring security through people, equipment and I.T.

ISO13485 is an international quality standard specific to the manufacture of medical devices. It is the medically focused version of ISO9001, expanding on what ISO9001 offers and providing confidence in our ability to meet a medical device's regulatory requirements. There are plans for the FDA for a proposed rule revision of 21 CFR 820 (The FDA standard for medical devices) to harmonize with ISO13485 in the next 2-4 years.

Medical device manufacturers want to be sure that any partners they engage with to get their product to market will be able to support them in regulatory matters. If there is a problem, they need to be confident that their supplier (manufacturer) has the correct systems and records to be able to answer any questions from a regulator. It’s about having a partner you can trust.

ISO9001 is an internationally accredited Quality Management System. It first came to prominence in the late 1980s and has had several revisions since. This is the base standard that customers expect from a supplier.

ISO9001 gives our clients confidence that we are in control of our systems and procedures and are constantly looking to improve.

IQNet is the central body representing 36 national and international certification companies with a network of more than 200 subsidiaries worldwide. The IQNet certificate grants to customers the use of IQNet exclusive registered mark, which is known globally as a synonym of quality. As a certified member of this group clients can be confident that the people we use to certify our management systems (ISO9001 and ISO13485) are part of a larger international body that recognizes the certificates issued by one another.

Our membership of IQNet significantly adds to the confidence that clients have in Extel systems and procedures.

The electronics manufacturing industry uses IPC standards throughout operations. IPC-A-610, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies, is used worldwide by original equipment manufacturers and EMS companies and are trusted standards that drive the global electronics industry's success by enabling and ensuring reliable, superior-quality electronics devices.

Our IPC certification shows our commitment to being at the forefront of improving the standards in our industry. By adopting these standards we provide clarity and confidence to our clients in what they can expect when it comes to workmanship standards.

Restriction of Hazardous Substances represents a set of critical guidelines which must be met before electronic devices may be deemed safe.

These guidelines had their genesis in 2002/2003 with the European Union's drive to restrict hazardous chemicals and substances in the manufacture of products (European Directive 2002/95/EC). Commencing with 6 substances, the most notable of which was lead, these guidelines have evolved to include many others and RoHS has now been adopted across all industries (medical and others were originally exempt). In Europe, one cannot sell electronic products that are not RoHS compliant. Over the years other countries outside Europe have adopted this standard because it opens up the markets in Europe and the parts they use are moving to RoHS compliant with the older parts now not available.

Our commitment to RoHS compliance gives our clients confidence in our ability to comply with the directives by ensuring our purchasing and manufacturing processes are both robust and safe. RoHS compliance can be regarded as another high-value service that our clients gain by partnering with us.

Surface Mount and Circuit Board Association is an Australian organization that plays a crucial role in electronics innovation and industry progression. Extel's membership in this important association demonstrates our commitment to staying abreast of the latest trends and methods. Mike Ross, Co-founder and Board member of Extel, is on the Executive Committee of SMCBA and is pivotal in their innovative growth initiatives.

Our membership of the Association, in particular our contribution to the Executive Committee, demonstrates our determination to remain an industry leader for the benefit of our clients.