Plastics lab
In Kiwa's plastics laboratory, our experts investigate whether plastic and rubber products (pipes, couplings, systems, etc.) meet the requirements. Materials can be tested for aspects such as aging, strength, water resistance, etc. Want to take a virtual tour?
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Check out all the newsISO 9001 as the basis for AQAP: What additional requirements do you need to meet for Defense and NATO contracts?
The European defense sector is evolving, increasing the importance of robust quality, compliance, and supply chain transparency for organizations involved in defense and NATO-related projects. Many organisations looking to enter this market will sooner or later encounter AQAP, NATO’s quality standard. A frequently asked question is therefore: if we are already ISO 9001 certified, how big is the step towards AQAP?
Key developments in recycling and certification
Regulations related to recycling are changing. This affects not only organizations that collect or recycle waste, but also companies involved in producing, transporting and processing plastics. As an organization, you will face stricter regulations, increased oversight and new requirements for handling waste and raw materials. What does this mean, and who does it apply to? What does it mean for your organization?
From requirements to proof: qualifying products for the defense market
For companies supplying equipment or components to military programs, proving reliability is just as important as designing the technology itself. Products must operate safely and consistently under extreme environmental and operational conditions. Nadiya Trushnikova, laboratory manager at Kiwa Primara GmbH in Kaufbeuren, Germany, explains how Kiwa helps defense suppliers navigate complex qualification standards and deliver the independent test evidence required to enter and succeed in the defense supply chain.
ISO 50001 as a foundation for future proof energy management
In this article, you will read how ISO 50001 can help organizations gain control over energy use, both at organizational level and in international contexts. We explain what the standard entails and how organizations can use it not only to comply with laws and regulations, but also to achieve continuous improvement.
