Effective Date: March 11, 2026
1. Overview
UWE/PMA Holdings, LLC (“UWE/PMA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of information shared with us through our website at uwepma.com and any related communications.
This Privacy Policy describes what personal information we collect, how we use it, the limited circumstances under which we disclose it, and the measures we take to keep it secure. By using our website or contacting us, you acknowledge the practices described herein.
As a manufacturer operating under AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, and ITAR compliance frameworks, UWE/PMA maintains heightened data-handling standards. Certain information shared in the context of controlled-technology inquiries may be subject to additional regulatory requirements beyond the scope of standard privacy law.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in two ways: information you provide to us directly, and information collected automatically when you visit our website.
Information you provide directly:
- Name, job title, and company or organization name
- Business email address and phone number
- Mailing or shipping address for quote and order purposes
- Technical specifications, drawings, or design files submitted with RFQ submissions
- Messages or questions sent via our contact form or email
- U.S. person or citizenship status when required under ITAR
Information collected automatically:
- IP address and general geographic location
- Browser type, version, and operating system
- Pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs
- Device type and screen resolution
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)
3. How We Use Information
We use the information we collect solely for legitimate business purposes, including:
- Responding to inquiries, RFQs, and requests for technical information
- Processing and fulfilling orders, including delivery and customer support
- Verifying regulatory eligibility (e.g., ITAR compliance checks)
- Sending order confirmations, shipping updates, and related transactional communications
- Improving our website, products, and services based on usage analytics
- Maintaining records required by federal quality standards (AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015)
- Complying with applicable law, regulations, and legal process
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Disclosure to Third Parties
UWE/PMA does not share your personal information except in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers: Vendors who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, or fulfilling orders, who are contractually obligated to protect your data.
- Legal obligations: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority, including U.S. export control agencies (DDTC, BIS).
- Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, subject to confidentiality obligations.
- Safety and fraud prevention: To protect the rights, property, or safety of UWE/PMA, our customers, or others.
We do not sell, lease, or share personal information with advertisers or unaffiliated third parties for their independent marketing use.
5. ITAR & Export Controls
UWE/PMA Holdings operates in compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), administered by the U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), as well as the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) administered by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS).
We may be required to collect, verify, and retain certain personal information — including nationality, citizenship, and employment status — from individuals seeking access to export-controlled technical data or products. This collection is a legal obligation, not a marketing activity.
- Technical data and specifications submitted to us may be subject to ITAR/EAR controls.
- Such data will be handled in strict accordance with applicable export control laws.
- We do not knowingly export controlled technical data to restricted parties or prohibited countries.
6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze site traffic:
- Essential cookies: Required for the website to function correctly.
- Analytics cookies: We may use tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. Data collected is aggregated and anonymized where possible.
- Preference cookies: Used to remember settings or preferences you have selected.
You may configure your browser to refuse cookies. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. We do not use cookies for targeted advertising or cross-site tracking.
7. Data Security
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information, including:
- Encrypted data transmission (TLS/HTTPS) across our website
- Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel only
- Secure file handling for RFQ submissions and technical drawings
- Periodic security assessments and internal reviews
No method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. In the event of a data breach affecting your rights, we will notify you in accordance with applicable law.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy and as required by applicable legal and regulatory obligations:
- Customer and order records are retained for a minimum of seven (7) years in accordance with AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
- ITAR-related records are retained for a minimum of five (5) years per ITAR Part 122.
- Contact and inquiry records are retained for three (3) years unless a longer period is required by law or contract.
When personal information is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it.
9. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal information, as well as the right to data portability. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 12.
California Residents: You may have additional rights under the CCPA/CPRA, including the right to know, delete, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are intended solely for business-to-business use by professionals in the aerospace, defense, medical, and electronics industries. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the Effective Date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.
12. Contact Us
UWE/PMA Holdings, LLC Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Phone: (602) 278-7800
Website: https://uwepma.com
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 10 business days.