Material Testing Equipment Certification

Ensuring compliance with tensile testing standards is crucial for achieving accurate, repeatable, and industry-approved results. At TensileMill CNC, we provide equipment and facilitate certification services for both our products and third-party devices, ensuring compliance with NADCAP, ISO, ASTM, and other industry standards.

We work with trusted ISO 17025-accredited partners to facilitate certification for tensile testing machines, force measurement systems, extensometers, and specimen preparation equipment, covering ASTM E4 (force verification), ASTM E83 & ISO 9513 (extensometer calibration), ASTM E1012 (alignment verification), and ASTM E8 & ISO 6892 (tensile testing procedures), among others. Through our accredited partners, we assist laboratories in meeting ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements for calibration accuracy and measurement traceability by ensuring the supply of ISO 17025-certified documentation. We also support ANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994 compliance, helping ensure precision calibration and traceable verification for tensile testing equipment, extensometers, and force measurement systems across aerospace, defense, and manufacturing industries.

NADCAP

The National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program (NADCAP) is a globally recognized accreditation program designed to ensure the highest levels of quality and compliance in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. Established in 1990 and overseen by the Performance Review Institute (PRI), NADCAP streamlines the auditing process by replacing multiple redundant customer audits with a single standardized assessment. NADCAP accreditation signifies operational excellence, helping manufacturers meet stringent industry requirements while improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing product reliability.

Why NADCAP Certification Matters

For manufacturers and suppliers in the aerospace and defense industries, NADCAP certification is more than a quality benchmark—it’s a competitive advantage. Accreditation demonstrates a commitment to:

• Uncompromising Quality Control – Meeting the most rigorous industry standards.
• Process Consistency – Implementing uniform testing and manufacturing procedures.
• Operational Efficiency – Eliminating redundant audits, reducing downtime, and saving costs.
• Industry Recognition – Establishing credibility with leading aerospace and defense contractors.
• Expanded Market Opportunities – Gaining access to exclusive supplier contracts.
• According to PRI’s supplier survey, over 90% of accredited manufacturers report increased business opportunities and higher customer trust.

The NADCAP Accreditation Process

Earning NADCAP certification requires a structured and rigorous audit process that ensures compliance with the highest industry standards.

Step 1: Registration & Scheduling

• Manufacturers register through PRI’s eAuditNet system.
• Audits are scheduled 6-9 months in advance to allow for thorough preparation.

Step 2: Pre-Audit Preparation

• Suppliers conduct an internal assessment using NADCAP’s official audit guidelines.
• Non-conformances are identified and corrective actions are implemented before the formal audit.

Step 3: On-Site Audit

• A PRI-certified auditor evaluates manufacturing processes, quality control, and operational procedures.
• Daily audit summaries provide real-time insights into potential areas of improvement.

Step 4: Compliance & Review

• Any non-compliance issues must be addressed, with corrective actions reviewed by PRI’s technical experts.
• A final audit report is submitted for evaluation by NADCAP’s governing Task Groups, composed of aerospace and defense industry leaders.

Step 5: Certification & Ongoing Compliance

• If all requirements are met, NADCAP accreditation is granted.
• Continuous reassessments ensure ongoing compliance and quality improvement.

Industries & Processes Covered by NADCAP

NADCAP certification is essential for suppliers performing critical processes in the aerospace, defense, and space sectors. It applies to a variety of specialized manufacturing and testing disciplines, including:

• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
• Heat Treatment & Thermal Processing
• Materials Testing Laboratories
• Advanced Welding & Fabrication
• Coatings & Surface Enhancement
• Chemical Processing & Metallurgy
• Additive & Precision Manufacturing
• Fluid & Electronics Distribution Systems

Why Suppliers Choose NADCAP Accreditation

NADCAP certification is a mark of excellence, distinguishing suppliers that meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. Key benefits include:

• Stronger Industry Partnerships – Many top aerospace and defense manufacturers require NADCAP certification.
• Elimination of Redundant Audits – One NADCAP audit replaces multiple separate audits, reducing costs.
• Higher Product Quality & Compliance – Certified suppliers report fewer defects and improved process control.
• Competitive Edge – NADCAP accreditation enhances brand reputation and marketability.
• New Business Opportunities – Certification opens doors to global contracts and OEM partnerships.
• 85% of accredited suppliers report increased customer satisfaction, and 91% see a measurable improvement in manufacturing quality.

How TensileMill CNC Helps You Achieve NADCAP Compliance

For laboratories and manufacturers seeking NADCAP compliance, TensileMill CNC offers a specialized alignment device that ensures accurate coaxiality of ≤ 5%, complying with ASTM E1012 and NASM 1312B standards. This fixture enhances repeatability, reliability, and audit readiness, making it an essential tool for high-precision aerospace and defense testing.

Achieving NADCAP certification requires precision material testing equipment that meets aerospace and defense industry standards. TensileMill CNC provides cutting-edge Electro-Mechanical Universal Testing Machines (50kN – 600kN) designed for tensile, compression, bending, and shear testing—all essential for NADCAP-accredited facilities.

Key Features of Our NADCAP-Ready Testing System:

• Precision Alignment: Eliminates errors, ensuring superior test accuracy.
• Versatile Testing Capabilities: Designed for tensile, compression, bending, and shear tests.
• Consistent & Reliable Performance: Delivers repeatable, audit-ready test results.

With TensileMill CNC’s Universal Testing Machine precision upgrade, your lab will be NADCAP ready, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and industry leadership.

For more information on NADCAP certification and how TensileMill CNC can support your NADCAP accreditation journey, contact us today.

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Certification

At TensileMill CNC, we collaborate with trusted ISO 17025-accredited partners to assist laboratories and manufacturers in meeting ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements for calibration and testing competence. This standard ensures that testing and calibration laboratories demonstrate technical proficiency, traceability, and reliable measurement uncertainty calculations.

We facilitate access to ISO 17025-compliant calibration and certification services for tensile testing machines, force measurement systems, extensometers, and alignment verification tools, whether purchased from us or third-party suppliers. Certification is provided through our accredited partners, ensuring full traceability and regulatory compliance.

Our facilitation process follows the industry-standard scope of ISO 17025-accredited laboratories, such as Cal-Rite, ensuring that clients receive valid ISO 17025-certified documentation through our trusted network.

ASTM E4 within the Class A working range, ISO 7500-1 within the Class 0.5 or 1 working range for Force / Measure equipment

If you test force measurement equipment and require compliance with ASTM E4 (Class A) or ISO 7500-1 (Class 0.5 or 1), we can facilitate the certification process through our trusted ISO 17025-accredited partners for both equipment purchased from us and third-party devices.

These standards establish strict accuracy requirements for force verification in materials testing systems, ensuring that your universal testing machines (UTMs), load cells, and force measurement devices meet rigorous calibration and performance criteria.

With our expertise and strong network of accredited partners, we help your facility achieve full compliance with ASTM, ISO, and other industry regulations, ensuring precise, repeatable, and accredited force measurement capabilities for metallurgical, aerospace, and industrial testing applications.

Contact us today to request a detailed quotation.

ASTM E1012 alignment calibration system ASTM E2309, ASTM E2658 for Verification of Test Frames

If you require alignment calibration, displacement measurement, or verification tools for material testing systems, we can assist in obtaining certification not only for the equipment you purchase from us but also for third-party instruments.

• ASTM E1012 ensures precise alignment calibration for testing frames, reducing measurement errors in tensile, compression, and fatigue testing.
• ASTM E2309 covers digital indicator calibration for cable extension transducers, ensuring accurate displacement measurements in test frames.
• ASTM E2658 applies to cable extension transducers with stopwatch verification, ensuring traceable measurement accuracy for displacement tracking.
• Calibrated extensometers within ASTM Class B1 range and Class A stopwatches provide high-precision strain measurement, essential for tensile and elongation testing.
• Load cells calibrated to Class A standards, combined with stopwatches, ensure accurate force measurement in compliance with ASTM and global testing standards.
• Feeler gauges and straight edges play a vital role in verifying test frame alignment, ensuring mechanical integrity and precision in material testing applications.

With our expertise, we help your laboratory achieve full compliance with ASTM accreditation requirements, ensuring precision, repeatability, and regulatory compliance for force measurement, alignment calibration, and extensometry applications. Contact us today to request a detailed quotation.