The Gund Co. achieves NADCAP accreditation for composites
Engineered material solutions company strengthens aerospace and defense industry credibility and compliance.
Source | The Gund Co.
(St. Louis, Mo., U.S.), a manufacturer and fabricator of engineered material solutions like composites, thermoplastics and elastomers, announces its recent NADCAP accreditation for composites. This recognition underscores the company’s commitment to quality, innovation and excellence in aerospace and defense industries.
NADCAP — the National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program) administered by the Performance Review Institute (PRI) — is a globally recognized standard for ensuring compliance with rigorous aerospace industry requirements. “Achieving accreditation is a significant milestone for our team,” says a spokesperson for The Gund Co.
The NADCAP audit process involves comprehensive evaluations of standardized processes, enhancing quality assurance, improving process control and reducing production costs. By meeting these standards, The Gund Co. strengthens its credibility and contributes to the broader goal of industry-wide quality and safety.
With a global footprint and a consultative approach to material engineering, The Gund Co. serves a wide range of industries including aerospace, defense and space exploration. Its expertise spans thermoset and thermoplastic materials, elastomers and advanced manufacturing techniques such as CNC fabrication, resin infusion, filament winding and structural adhesive bonding.
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