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Kodiak Assembly Solutions Now ITAR Compliant
September 14, 2021 | Kodiak Assembly SolutionsEstimated reading time: 1 minute

Kodiak Assembly Solutions LLLP, a leading contract electronic manufacturer, announces that it has successfully completed its ITAR registration.
“At Kodiak we are constantly striving to be ahead of the pack in the EMS field,” commented Mike Harlow, Vice President of Kodiak. “An ITAR registration is a mark of a high-quality manufacturing facility. Having an up-to-date ITAR registration means that we can ensure the quality and consistency of our facility and processes. It also allows us to produce sensitive products for the DoD and other government agencies where restricted information can be stored in a safe and secure environment.”
Over the last 16 years, Kodiak Assembly has established a reputation for its high quality, first pass yields and on-time deliveries. The company offers PCB assembly, test and system integration capabilities out of its world-class facility in Austin.
Kodiak Assembly’s expertise and flexibility allow the company to facilitate the effective production of a great variety of products. The company is built around the idea of being able to quickly begin production of high-quality electronic products while also sticking to the most demanding schedule.
Kodiak has extensive experience in a number of key electronic markets, including: IoT- Internet of Things, Network Servers, LED Lighting, Energy Management & Storage, Oil and Gas, Industrial controls, Radio Frequency (RF) Solutions, Security /Access Controls and Microprocessor Embedded Computer Assemblies.
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