Since 1981, we’ve been a leading supplier of power solutions for the defense industry. Our customers demand that every product we sell meets the highest standard of quality control possible. We have our quality system certified to AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 and are dedicated to meeting quality and safety standards—providing long-lasting power supplies that work in demanding environments.
When it comes to power technology that plays a role in determining the safety of our troops, nothing less than high quality will suffice. To ensure we can deliver on our promise for performance and protection, we’ve invested in the best equipment, processes, and staff possible.
Our vertically-integrated manufacturing facility gives us precise control over all aspects of the manufacturing process. From design to the initial machining and sheet metal fabrication to the final testing processes, all products are produced under our comprehensive quality assurance system.
By adopting fine controls and repeatable processes at the organizational level, we ensure every power supply we sell meets the environmental, mechanical, and technical requirements of our clients. As a result, we’re one of the select few facilities that can produce power supplies to MIL-DTL-901, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461 standards.
The AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS) standard is widely adopted to promote continuous product and process improvement in the aerospace and defense industry. ACT’s quality management system is certified to AS9100 Rev D which is valid for the design and manufacture of ruggedized custom power supplies and electronic devices. Our certification is a dual certification as it meets the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 as well. Our workmanship is per the latest versions of IPC/EIA J-STD-001, MIL-HDBK-454, and IPC-A-610.
A continuous improvement cycle is the backbone of any successful quality assurance program. At ACT, we recognize ongoing staff training as an essential component to further refine our processes. To support it, we have created an in-house training capability that is second to none.
Our team includes a full-time IPC/EIA J-STD-001 certified instructor. In addition, ACT personnel regularly go through the training in the following areas:
All assembly and technical personnel are put through a formal training course. This training consists of 40 hours of concentrated instruction for new hires and is conducted by IPC certified instructors. In addition, continuous quality, workmanship, and safety training are conducted. We also have procedures in place to cover counterfeit materials and conflict materials.
All workmanship in our facility complies with MIL-HDBK-454 and J-STD-001 standards—at a minimum. If requested, we can further refine our processes so that designs comply with MIL-HDBK-5400 or other requirements. Our long history serving the defense industry coupled with our vertically-integrated processes gives us superior flexibility to fulfill special requests. Contact us for more information.
Power Input Specifications & Environmental Requirements
In the expensive, technologically-advanced machines used by today’s military, precise power control is necessary to protect sensitive electronic components and their operators. To ensure maximum reliability, our power supplies are typically designed to meet one of the primary military input power specifications:
We’re also able to adapt our processes to meet similar protocol for the aerospace and communications industries.
Military equipment is subjected to some of the most extreme conditions on earth. In addition to precise input power specifications, power supplies must be tough enough to meet typical environmental, EMI, and shock requirements such as:
We also have the capacity to test various standards in house, including MIL-STD-810.