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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

Internal Quality Audit Puts Aerospace Manufacturer Back on Track

Reported Year
2024
As a defense industry supplier, Pursuit Aerospace needed to remain in compliance with its AS9100D/ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) certification requirements for 2023. In 2022, Pursuit failed to conduct a crucial component of evaluating QMS compliance, the internal auditing process. This non-compliance posed a significant risk to

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

Manufacturer Future Growth Bolstered by Updated HR Policies

Reported Year
2024
Wilde Manufacturing faced challenges related to employment practices at their shop, including performance reviews, paid time off (PTO), and understanding the complexities of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The company wanted to ensure that all employment-related matters were handled professionally, legally, and respectfully, while adhering

News & Updates

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