Building Trust Through Certification: How Mainstream Ensures Quality, Compliance, and Long-Term Success

28 Aug Building Trust Through Certification: How Mainstream Ensures Quality, Compliance, and Long-Term Success

In high-precision manufacturing, trust is everything. When customers choose a machining partner, they’re not just buying parts—they’re investing in reliability, compliance, and a relationship that supports their long-term success. That’s why at Mainstream, certifications like AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, ITAR, and JCP are more than just logos on our website—they’re proof of our commitment to quality, compliance, and lasting partnerships.

We don’t chase one-off jobs. Instead, we focus on building long-term relationships with our customers. These partnerships create better communication, shorter lead times, and smoother supply chains—ensuring projects stay on track from prototype through production.

Our Certifications at a Glance

AS9100D Certification

• What it is: The aerospace industry’s gold standard for quality management, built on the ISO 9001:2015 framework but with added requirements for risk management, product safety, and traceability.
• Why it matters: Many aerospace and defense primes require AS9100D certification to even qualify as a supplier.
• Value to customers: Customers can trust that Mainstream has the processes, documentation, and oversight in place to deliver consistent, defect-free parts for even the most demanding applications.

ISO 9001:2015 Certification

• What it is: The world’s most recognized quality management system standard, applicable across industries.
• Why it matters: It proves we follow structured processes for continuous improvement, customer focus, and risk management.
• Value to customers: Whether for aerospace, automotive, or industrial applications, our ISO 9001:2015 certification ensures consistent quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery.

ITAR Registration (International Traffic in Arms Regulations)

• What it is: A U.S. government regulation controlling the handling of defense-related articles and technical data.
• Why it matters: Any company working with defense-related parts must be ITAR compliant to legally manage sensitive technical data.
• Value to customers: Defense customers can confidently share ITAR-controlled designs with Mainstream, knowing they will be handled securely, ethically, and in compliance with U.S. law.
• Why it’s big now: With rising global tensions and increased defense production needs, ITAR compliance is a non-negotiable requirement in today’s supply chain.

JCP Certification (Joint Certification Program)

• What it is: A certification established by the U.S. and Canada to allow contractors access to unclassified, export-controlled military technical data.
• Why it matters: Only companies with JCP certification can legally access certain technical data necessary for defense-related manufacturing.
• Value to customers: Mainstream’s JCP certification makes us a trusted, approved partner for defense work on both sides of the border.
• Why it’s big now: As cross-border defense partnerships increase, JCP certification ensures Mainstream is positioned to support North American defense contracts.

How These Certifications Work Together

Individually, each certification represents an important piece of compliance or quality assurance. Together, they create a complete foundation of trust:

• AS9100D + ISO 9001:2015 = world-class quality systems and continuous improvement.
• ITAR + JCP = the ability to securely handle sensitive defense data and support cross-border projects.

For customers, this means fewer risks, fewer delays, and a partnership built on reliability and compliance from day one.

Certifications Are the Start of a Partnership

At Mainstream, our certifications are not just paperwork—they’re a promise. A promise that we will deliver with precision, protect sensitive information, and continuously improve to support your success.

That’s why we don’t just focus on single jobs, we build long-term partnerships that result in stronger relationships, faster turnaround times, and the confidence that your projects are in expert hands.

Looking for a certified machining partner who understands the value of long-term collaboration? Contact Mainstream today to discuss your next project.