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Nadcap is a body of major aerospace companies (prime subscribers) that work together managing a cost effective special process accreditation programme. A Nadcap accreditation is recognised and accepted by all member companies - so one audit is good for all.
Nadcap is a brand name for a global programme that is focused upon compliance to standards and continual improvement of special processes.
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The benefits of holding Nadcap Accreditation (169.3 KB) |
List of current Nadcap programmes is detailed below:
Special Processes
- Nondestructive Testing (NDT)
- Materials Testing (MTL)
- Heat Treating (HT)
- Coatings (CT)
- Chemical Processing (CP)
- Welding (WLD)
- Nonconventional Machining & Surface Enhancement (NMSE)
Systems & Products
- Sealants (SLT)
- Distributors (DIST)
- Aerospace Quality Systems (AQS) - AC7004
- Fluid Distribution Standards (FLU)
- Elastomer Seals (SEALS)
- Composites (COMP)
- Electronics (ETG)
Under Development
- Fasteners (FAST)
Nadcap process flow
Performance Review Institute (PRI) contacts list
A list of contacts can be found on the PRI website. Click here
Nadcap Customer Support Initiative (NCSI)
NCSI is a free, web-based training program designed to walk suppliers through the Nadcap process. The training discusses everything from audit preparation to non-conformance responses, as well as the additional training tools provided by PRI. To be taken to the website click here.