The Aerospace, Defence and Security industries are high-priority sectors. The UK defence industry supported 427,500 jobs and the government spent £54.5 billion in 2023 in the sector. At ASD we understand the specific needs and requirements for a trustworthy supply chain partner for whom safety and quality are of utmost importance. The ability to be able to source and supply a wide range of metal products tailormade to suit the specifications of such high integrity industries is essential. We are here to support your business by ensuring that your metal procurement needs are fulfilled.
What makes us an ideal strategic partner?
We understand that for high-integrity sectors such as Defence, Aerospace and Security, there are stringent requirements to be met. Here is what makes ASD a great strategic partner for these sectors:
Crafted with Safety in Mind
Throughout the years ASD has built a reputation as a trusted supplier to high-stake industries such as Defence, Marine and Nuclear. Safety is our number one priority and we understand the importance of safety in these environments. At ASD we have principles, values and behaviours in place that are aligned to a culture of safety, and nothing is more important than protecting employees, public and environment.
Quality Focus
Our team believes in providing the highest quality of products for all our clients. ASD is an ISO 9001:2015 company, including NHSS3B. We are UKCA and CE accredited (BS EN 1090-1 and EN 1090-2) to execution class 4 and hold Fit For Nuclear certification. Additionally, we have been awarded the Cyber Essentials Plus certificate and are certified under ISO 22301 for Business Continuity Management Systems. All our products are sourced from reputable Western European (CE) mill supply chains, providing full material traceability including red stamped 3.1 and 3.2 certifications of conformity.
Total Metals Management
We understand that specialist sectors such as the Defence, Aerospace and Security require a unique value proposition and demand first-class service. To meet this specific need, we have the Total Metal Management proposition to assist with the needs of companies operating in the high-technology sectors on a project-to-project basis. Our dedicated team of project managers is on hand to manage each project and ensure that deadlines are met on time.
Flexibility Beyond Standard Product Offerings
Whilst we are renowned for our comprehensive standard stock offering, we now also have the capability to source and supply customised metal products tailored to our customers’ specific requirements. This flexibility is made possible by leveraging our Hierros Añon group resources, and collaborating closely with our mills across Western Europe, which are capable of producing a wide variety of carbon and stainless steel products. With this robust production capacity and extensive customisation options, we can cater to diverse defence industry requirements, ensuring efficiency, high quality standards, and reliability across all our metal products.
Responsible Supply Chain Partners
ASD is BSI BES 6001 certified for responsible sourcing of construction which ensures that all the materials supplied are responsibly and sustainably sourced. This indicates that our supply chain respects human rights, anti-corruption standards and the environment.
We understand that having a responsible and sustainable supply chain is paramount to the Defence, Aerospace and Security industries and our supply chain fits the bill. Our Sustainability commitment
Kevin Stark, Business Development Manager for the Defence Sector at ASD added: “We have earned a reputation for excellence in the Defence sector. Our aligned values and standards with our armed forces have ensured we meet all project requirements and commitments on time, every time.
We are extremely proud to be a part of the MOD supply chain and honoured to play a role in the Defence supply chain, providing our military personnel with the best equipment to continue allowing them to protect and serve the nation. Additionally, we already support worldwide manufacturing requirements, demonstrating our capacity to handle global demands effectively.”
Defence and Aerospace Grade Products
Our product range includes various metal products fit for the Aerospace and Defence sector, for both newly built and refit projects. Our products include:
- Structural Hollow Sections Hot & Cold
- Reversing Mill Plate
- ERW Tube
- Fluid Power Tube
- Stainless Steel Sheet/Plate
- Chrome Plated Bar
- Copper Tube
- Hot Rolled Sheet & Plate
- Nickel Alloys Bar & Plate
- Cold Reduced Sheet
- Duplex Stainless Steel
- Aluzinc
- Stainless Steel Tube/Bar
- Abrasion Resistant Plate
- Aluminium Sheet/Extrusions
- Laser Plate
- Heavy Section
- Cot-ten and Weathering Steel
- Bimetallic Plate
- Merchant Bar
- Magnelis
- Organically Coated Steels
- Engineering Bar
- Mesh/Open Steel Flooring
- Westok Cellular Beam
- USFB (Ultra Shallow Floor Beam)
- Durbar Floor Plate
Processing Capabilities
At ASD we have extensive expertise in providing a range of processing solutions to suit the needs of our clients. Our processing portfolio includes 3D laser cutting, water jet profiling, shot blasting, laser profiling, ring rolling, oxy-fuel profiling, forming, drilling, bending, chamfering, flow drill service and many others. Check out the full list of services here or ask our experts for more details.
How Does ASD Deliver Excellence to the Defence, Aerospace and Security Sectors?
- By promising safety and quality
- Through a dedicated team of specialists that understands the needs of your sector
- By working across our nationwide operational sites.
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