Outokumpu Calvert Achieves ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation for Testing
Outokumpu Stainless USA, LLC in Calvert, Alabama, has received ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation for its material testing capabilities. The accreditation is valid through June 15, 2021.
Outokumpu Stainless USA, LLC's facility in Calvert, Alabama, has been awarded accreditation to the international standard ISO/IEC 17025:2017 for its laboratory operations.
The certification, issued by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) on May 28, 2019, recognizes the technical competence of the facility in performing tests on stainless steel. The accreditation confirms the operation of a laboratory quality management system in compliance with the recognized international standard.
The scope of accreditation covers both mechanical and chemical testing. This includes assessments of susceptibility to intergranular corrosion, grain size, ductility, hardness, tensile strength, and chemical composition analysis. The tests adhere to specifications such as ASTM A262, ASTM E112, ASTM E8/E8M, and ASTM A751, utilizing equipment including light microscopes, tensile testers, and X-ray fluorescence spectrometers.
Outokumpu is a global leader in stainless steel production. This ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation for its Calvert operations signifies a commitment to rigorous quality control and reliable testing procedures, crucial for meeting industry standards and customer requirements in the demanding stainless steel market.