Request the current document
A logo or an old scan is not enough. Ask for a clear copy of the live certificate and the name of the certification body.
PairGears public materials refer to an IATF 16949 quality-management system and an earlier ISO/TS 16949 milestone. Treat that as background, not proof that a certificate is current. Before supplier approval, request the certificate number, issuing body, expiry date, production site and scope that apply to the gear work you are buying.

A logo or an old scan is not enough. Ask for a clear copy of the live certificate and the name of the certification body.
Make sure the listed site is the one making your part, and that the scope covers the work you are buying.
Certification does not replace a drawing review, inspection plan or traceability requirement. Those still need to be agreed for your part.

Read PairGears’ quality-control information, then use Send Inquiry to request the documents that apply to your part.
Can a gear supplier provide current quality-system documents? What inspection records should accompany a custom gear order?
For a new or repeat gear, the most useful request identifies the drawing revision, application, quantity, required records and the responsible production location. That creates a checkable basis for quotation, production and release.
