Lean Shop

Lean shop is the business development blog of K-Form. Follow us as we use a spirit of continual improvement to grow with lean manufacturing tools. We will discuss lean techniques, books, and the general business of manufacturing.

New Site Launch

After considerable thought and effort, K-form is launching a new WordPress based site. The site features a new design and layout to coincide with other branding and marketing efforts. More importantly, the site focuses on communicating with existing and potential customers our capabilities and process.If you have a moment, browse the portfolio page to see .. read more
24
Feb
posted in: General by | tags :

ITAR Manufacturing

Recently, K-Form developed a program to implement ITAR compliance. As a result, K-Form is now registered with the Department of State DDTC as a manufacturer of defense articles under ITAR. The registration compliments several other initiatives to align business strategy and offerings with the unique manufacturing requirements of the defense industry.
24
Sep

Shielded Enclosure Training

Our goal is to provide the best EMI/RFI shielding products and services in the world. K-form invests in this goal through product development, education, customer interaction, and a high standard of quality. As standard operating procedure, K-Form tests every shielded enclosure and cabinet manufactured for shielding effectiveness. Several K-Form employees recently completed a course on .. read more

30 Years of Manufacturing

2010 marks a special milestone for K-Form, Inc. In 2010, K-Form celebrates 30 years of manufacturing excellence in Sterling, Virginia. As we grow and evolve, we stand committed to reaffirm the key value which has sustained us. Quality is our core value. We will continue to exceed requirements and expectations in design and manufacturing. K-Form .. read more
13
Apr
posted in: General by

Digital Manufacturing

Modern manufacturing equipment is driven by Computer Numerical Control (CNC) interpreting complex code generated by Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software. The CAM software develops tool paths for cutting operations directly from the 3D model geometry. Previous to 3D CAM systems, a manufacturer could spend considerable time performing calculations to convert paper blueprints or even 2D .. read more
27
May

Understand, Meet MIL-STD-461

You have an innovative product concept. Demand exists in the market. You make the proposal to the potential government customer or prime contractor only to discover a myriad of requirements in response. Common electronics packaging requirements include MIL-STD-461 (Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics of Subsystems and Equipment) and MIL-STD-810 (Shock). How do .. read more

ISO 9001:2000 Registered

After more than a year of research, documentation, and implementation, K-Form achieved ISO 9001:2000 registration. Quality and customer satisfaction have always been core principles in the K-Form business strategy. Compliance and registration prove the commitment of K-Form to quality design and manufacturing services. View the K-Form certificate of registration.
17
Mar
posted in: Process Improvement by | tags :,

Highest Levels of Shielding

The newest K-Form radio frequency (RF) shielded rack enclosure meets the most stringent attenuation requirements of the intelligence community. After almost 18 years of developing custom shielding solutions, K-Form developed a server rack capable of holding 100db of attenuation up to 10 GHz while maintaining the light-weight, low maintenance advantages indicative of K-Form shielded enclosures. .. read more

ISO 9001:2000 Recommendation

Customer satisfaction through quality work is a primary goal of K-Form. We are driven by innovative business practices and a personal commitment to our customers. ISO 9001:2000 allows K-Form the opportunity to extend an assurance of quality recognized by a third party. K-Form is proud to announce obtaining recommendation for ISO 9001:2000 registration. The project .. read more
18
Feb
posted in: Process Improvement by | tags :,