NADCAP CERTIFIED HEAT TREATMENT
If you’re working in aerospace manufacturing — whether you’re an engineer, buyer, or project lead — you’ve probably seen the word NADCAP floating around your documentation, supplier requirements, or QA reports. But what is NADCAP really, and why does it matter?
Spoiler: it’s more than just a fancy accreditation. It’s the difference between passing a test and flying a plane.
NADCAP Certified Heat Treatment in a Nutshell
NADCAP stands for National Aerospace and Defence Contractors Accreditation Program. It’s an industry-managed accreditation that ensures special processes (like heat treatment, welding, or NDT) meet the highest standards set by major aerospace manufacturers (the “primes”).
In simple terms: if a supplier isn’t NADCAP accredited, they’re not touching aerospace parts for companies like Rolls Royce, BAe, or Airbus. It’s that critical.
Why NADCAP Matters (To You)
Even if you’re not directly involved in quality assurance or process control, NADCAP accreditation affects:
* Component Reliability: If a part fails, the entire system could be compromised — and in aerospace, that’s not an option.
* Project Certainty: Working with NADCAP-compliant partners reduces risk, delays, and rework.
* Approval Chains: Your parts flow through a web of supplier approvals. NADCAP streamlines that, keeping your project moving.
In short: NADCAP means peace of mind.
What Makes Alloy Heat Treatment NADCAP-Worthy?
At Alloy Heat Treatment, we don’t just tick the NADCAP certified heat treatment box — we’ve been living it for over 40 years.
We’re trusted by aerospace and military manufacturers across the UK for high-integrity NADCAP certified heat treatment. Here’s what makes us stand out:
🛠️ Decades of Experience
Over 40 years delivering heat treatment for aluminium alloys used in everything from military aircraft to civil aviation giants.
📋 Primes Trust Us
We’ve worked to the stringent criteria of Rolls Royce, BAe, and Airbus, delivering consistently to spec — every time.
📏 Tight Tolerances? No Problem
Our processes like solution treatment, polymer quenching, and precipitation hardening allow components to meet exact dimensional and mechanical requirements.
🧪 More Than Just Heat Treatment
We offer degreasing, dye-pen NDT, mechanical setting, shotblasting, and in-house metallurgical testing to support every step of your QA chain.
💬 Design Advice That Saves You Trouble Later
We help you get it right from the start. Our team works with clients at the design stage to avoid surprises in production.
But Can’t Anyone Just Get NADCAP?
Nope.
NADCAP isn’t a rubber stamp — it’s an ongoing commitment. Suppliers are subject to tough, recurring audits. Failure to meet spec? You’re out.
At AHT, we don’t just *pass* these audits. We maintain ongoing compliance while adapting to client-specific criteria and new project requirements — because that’s what aerospace demands.
Why NADCAP Should Matter to You (Even If You’re Not in Aerospace)
Even if you’re not building aircraft, NADCAP-level quality has knock-on benefits:
* Higher reliability in critical parts
* Reduced risk of failures or rework
* Confidence your components are treated to aerospace-grade standards
It’s the ultimate stamp of confidence. And in a supply chain where one weak link can ground an entire fleet, confidence is everything.
Ready to Work With a NADCAP Certified Supplier That Gets It?
If you need aluminium heat treatment you can trust — for aerospace, defence, motorsport or any high-spec project — we’re ready when you are.
