Accreditations

Our robust Quality Management System is certified to a range of esteemed accreditations that demonstrate our commitment and dedication towards the highest level of quality and internationally recognised standards.

Contraves is accredited by SQS (Swiss Association for Quality and Management Systems) and IQNET for Quality Management Systems in Aviation, Space and Defense Organisations. The certification includes adherence to the following standards: AS/EN/JSIQ 9100D, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.

Key principles of these standards include:

  • Customer Focus
  • Leadership
  • Involvement of People
  • Process Approach
  • Continual Improvement
  • Evidence-based Decision
  • Relationship Management
  • Risk-based Thinking
  • Legal Compliance
  • Systematic Management

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  • Det Norske Veritas (DNV) Certified
  • Nadcap® AC7121 certified
  • Institute for Printed Circuit
  • Additional Certification: Commitment to Safety and Health
Det Norske Veritas (DNV) Certified

Certification of maritime simulator system – advanced maritime simulator.

Contraves’ bridge operation simulators comply with Class A-Standard for Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) 78 as amended and DNV-ST-0033 Maritime Simulator Systems standard to ensure that the simulation provided by the simulator achieves an appropriate level of physical and behavioural realism, necessary to meet recognised training and assessment objectives.

Nadcap® AC7121 certified

Electronics – Cable and Harness Assemblies

Contraves maintains a merit status for AC7121 (Aerospace) Electronics for Cable and Harness Assemblies

Nadcap® recognises Contraves for its quality focussed performance and commitment to continual improvement in aerospace quality.

Institute for Printed Circuit

The Institute of Printed Circuit (IPC) recognises selected Contraves employees as Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) and Certified IPC Trainer (CIT).

Setting the Gold Standard with J-STD-001
The J-STD-001, developed through collaborative industry efforts, stands as the definitive specification for electronics and electrical assemblies. It plays a pivotal role in establishing best practices for soldering within the industry.

Elevating Quality with IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620.
The IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards, crafted jointly by the IPC and the Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA), represent the pinnacle of industry excellence. These standards provide comprehensive guidelines for materials, methods, testing and acceptance criteria, ensuring the production of top-tier interconnections and assembly activities.

“The IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards set clear expectations for acceptable quality workmanship in cable and harnesses, fostering excellence in our industry.” – WHMA.

Contraves specialises in Class 3 production work for our customers and products.

Additional Certification: Commitment to Safety and Health

Contraves is proud to hold the Certified Emergency Response Training certificate issued by CERT Academy as our commitment to the safety and health of our personnel through the establishment of a proficient first aid team.