AUGUST 2024AEROSPACEDEFENSEREVIEW.COM19The aerospace sector's inherent demand for precision and quality sets a high bar, compelling clients to seek solutions that surpass the expectations of impeccable manufacturing and traceable quality assurance--all within the confines of strict delivery timelines. HSF meets this industry challenge head-on, guaranteeing the highest quality standards for each fastener it produces. This steadfast dedication enhances product reliability and ensures comprehensive compliance with the specifics of purchase orders, engineering drawings and product descriptions. Through this, HSF solidifies its status as a key ally in the quest for aerospace innovation and dependability."We adhere to a 100 per cent acceptable quality limit (AQL) for our products, meticulously testing and approving each product," says Hasan Demir, general manager of HSF Savunma Havacilik. The firm's quality control laboratory sets the industry standard with its ability to execute over 30 destructive and non-destructive testing methods, ensuring the integrity of materials and products remains uncompromised. HSF adheres to stringent internal and external approval processes based on the acceptable quality limits (AQL) standards, which define the threshold for permissible defect levels within a given sample size. The firm's commitment to excellence is evident in its adoption of AQL standards that far surpass industry norms--major defects are capped at an AQL of 0.65 per cent, which is significantly lower than the industry's typical 2.5 per cent, and minor defects at 2.5 per cent, as compared to the more lenient 4 per cent accepted by others in the sector.This nuanced approach to quality assurance enables HSF to customise its validation processes, assuring the highest quality standards across all components. In addition to its rigorous testing regime, HSF's risk management strategies are grounded in the ISO 31000 standard, which includes principles and guidelines for effective risk management. These proactive and innovative protocols not only mitigate potential risks but also transform them into avenues for continuous improvement and development. Using such standards, HSF has adeptly navigated
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