SPIROL Receives Nadcap Reaccreditation for Chemical Processing

Stow, OH — SPIROL International Corporation is proud to announce the achievement of meeting the stringent requirements of Nadcap accreditation for chemical processing, now marking a full 10 years of attaining the recertification. Nadcap (formerly NADCAP, the National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program) is a global cooperative standards-setting program for aerospace engineering, defense and other related industries.

Accreditation to Nadcap AC7108 Rev G grants the SPIROL Ohio facility to perform the following:

• Surface Treatment/Passivation – ASTM A 380
• Surface Treatment/Passivation – ASTM A 967
• Surface Treatment/Passivation – MIL-S-5002
• Surface Treatment/Passivation – MIL-STD-171
• Surface Treatment/Passivation – QQ-P-35
• Surface Treatment/Passivation– AMS-2700
• Surface Treatment/Passivation– AMS-QQ-P-35

In addition to the above processing standards, SPIROL performs the following tests internally in support of chemical processing in the scope of the audit:

• B6 Water Immersion/High Humidity Testing
• Solution Analysis

Since being Nadcap accredited for chemical processing in 2005, SPIROL has been entitled to appear on the Qualified Manufacturers List (QML) (for chemical processing). To maintain accreditation, annual audits are conducted by Performance Review Institute (PRI) personnel using process specific Nadcap checklists. Manufacturing to this checklist ensures that products are made per the strictest manufacturing disciplines resulting in the highest standard of quality. Here is a link to the updated certificate of accreditation/compliance for Nadcap AC7108 Rev G for Chemical Processing and the scope of accreditation.

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About SPIROL

Beginning with the invention of the Coiled Pin in 1948, SPIROL International Corporation has continuously grown to introduce new products, as well as improve the performance of established lines, resulting in millions of dollars of savings for our customers. Headquartered in Danielson, CT, SPIROL now operates globally across four continents and is a leading manufacturer of a diverse line of engineered components for fastening, joining, and assembly including: Coiled Spring Pins, Slotted Spring Pins, Solid Pins, Alignment Dowels and Bushings, Spacers, Compression Limiters, Threaded Inserts for Plastics, Disc Springs, Precision Shims, Pin Installation Equipment, Insert Installation Equipment, Compression Limiter Installation Equipment and High Performance Feeding Systems. Partner with SPIROL early in your design stage to simplify your assembly process, improve the quality of your product, and lower the overall cost of your assembly!