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NIST in Your State

NIST in Connecticut

NIST ensures that the U.S. economy runs on fair transactions, that our infrastructure is built with quality construction materials, that our manufacturers can innovate and compete internationally, and that we have access to reliable products at home. We provide critical measurements and standards, including nearly 600 calibration services and more than 1,100 standard reference materials, that make Americans safer and healthier and help our companies innovate.

Below you will see a small snippet of what NIST is doing in Connecticut. More information about how NIST is supporting key sectors in Connecticut will be added to this page in the future.

MEP Success Stories

Specialty Cable Manufacturer's Dedication to Quality Secures AS9100 Recertification

Reported Year
2025
As part of the company's commitment to its customers and the continuous improvement of its Quality Management System (QMS), SCC needed to conduct its annual Internal Quality Audit (IQA) in preparation for its AS9100D certification audit Maintaining AS9100D certification helps organizations improve quality, streamline processes, and build

Commitment to World-class Service Leads to Successful Recertification

Reported Year
2025
Recognizing the critical role its medical products play in patient care, Beekley Medical prioritizes rigorous standards and proactive process improvements across the organization, fostering both growth and exceptional service. Beekley has retained its ISO 13485 certification since 2003. To evaluate compliance with its Quality Management System in

Lean Training Streamlines Operations for Home Bathroom Remodeling Manufacturer

Reported Year
2024
Facing the potential of spending between $500,000 and $1 million to add onto their existing facility, Syn-Mar’s leadership sought alternative options. Understanding that continuous improvement can lead to a dramatic change in operational effectiveness, Syn-Mar’s leadership reached out to CONNSTEP, the Connecticut Manufacturing Extension Partnership

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