Materials Processing Services Specifications

Materials and Chemicals Processed


	Materials / Material Products:
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	Abrasives		Synthesizing or processing of abrasives.
	Adhesives / Sealants		Synthesizing or processing of adhesives and sealants.
	Carbon / Graphite		Synthesizing or processing of carbon or graphite materials.
	Ceramics		Synthesizing or processing of ceramics.
	Coatings / Paint		Synthesizing or processing of coatings or paint.
	Elastomers / Rubber		Synthesizing or processing of elastomers or rubber.
	Foods / Beverages		Synthesizing or processing of foods and beverages such as aroma concentrates, butter, capsicum, coffee, cacao biocatalyst concentrates, diglycerides, dimeric fatty acids, fatty acids and derivatives, fish oils, fruit juices, milk products, mono-glycerides, palm oils, protein and protein substances, rice bran oils, soybean oil, seed oils, sugar derivatives, tea, and tocopherols.
	Glass / Fiberglass		Synthesizing or processing of glass.
	Metals / Elements		Synthesizing or processing of metals or high purity elements.
	Ferrous / Iron Based (Steel, Stainless)		Ferrous metals and alloys are based on iron. This category includes carbon steels, alloy steels, stainless steels, cast iron, maraging steel and other specialty iron-based alloys.
	Non-ferrous		Non-ferrous metals and alloys are not based on iron and include alloys of aluminum, copper, titanium, zinc, nickel, cobalt, magnesium, tungsten, molybdenum, precious metals, silver, gold, platinum, palladium, refractory metals as well as many other metals and alloys.
	Aluminum / Aluminum Alloy		Aluminum and aluminum alloys are light weight, non-ferrous metals with good corrosion resistance, ductility and strength. Aluminum is relatively easy to fabricate by forming, machining or welding. It is a good electrical and thermal conductor. Aluminum is also useful as an alloying element in steel and titanium alloys. Aluminum alloys are versatile metals with applications in almost every industrial and commercial segment.
	Cobalt / Cobalt Alloy		Cobalt and cobalt alloys are non-ferrous magnetic alloys with high strength and toughness, excellent corrosion and oxidation resistance, and high temperature strength. Cobalt can also be magnetized. Cobalt's properties result in the use of cobalt alloys in jet engine super-alloy components, prosthetic devices, magnets, and cutting tool binders. Cobalt is a useful alloying element in tool, maraging and other alloy steels.
	Copper / Copper Alloy		Copper and copper alloys are non-ferrous metals with excellent electrical and thermal conductivity as well as good corrosion resistance, ductility and strength. Copper alloys are relatively easy to fabricate by forming, casting or machining. Pure copper is more difficult to weld, cast or machine. Brass, tin bronze, leaded brass, beryllium copper and zirconium copper are examples of copper alloys. Copper is also useful as an alloying element in aluminum alloys and powder metal based iron alloys. Copper is a versatile metal with applications in many industrial and commercial segments. Copper's high electrical conductivity (100% IACS) make it extremely useful in electrical and electronic applications.
	Nickel / Nickel Alloy		Nickel and nickel alloys are non-ferrous metals with high strength and toughness, excellent corrosion resistance, and superior elevated temperature properties. Nickel can also be magnetized. Nickel's properties result in the use of nickel alloys in jet engine super-alloy components, corrosion resistant chemical process equipment (valves, piping, and pumps), magnets and electrical resistance alloys, and heating elements. Nickel is also a useful alloying element in stainless, tool, maraging and other alloy steels.
	Noble / Precious Metal		Noble and precious metal alloys such as silver, gold, platinum and palladium alloys are extremely resistance to corrosion and oxidation. Noble and precious metal alloys are used in electrical contacts, electronic connectors, chemical process components, catalysts, jewelry and other specialized applications.
	Refractory / Reactive (Tungsten, Zirconium)		Refractory and reactive metals include boron (B), tungsten (W), tantalum (Ta), molybdenum (Mo), niobium (Nb) / columbium (Cb), zirconium (Zr), hafnium (Hf), thorium (Th), vanadium (V), chromium (Cr), cobalt (Co), rhenium ( ), and titanium (Ti). Refractory metals and alloys are metals with melting points above ~1750 C (~ 32000 F). Refractory metals include tungsten tantalum, molybdenum, niobium, and zirconium. Refractory metals are used in high temperature, structural, electrical, and other specialty applications. Reactive metals combine readily with oxygen at elevated temperatures to form very stable oxides. Titanium, zirconium, and beryllium are considered reactive metals. Finely divided reactive metals can react explosively with oxygen and are often added to rocket fuels or combustible mixtures. A highly stable oxide film formed on the alloy surface provides protection against further oxidization or corrosion at low to moderate temperatures. Reactive metals can become embrittled if there is too much interstitial absorption into the lattice of oxygen, hydrogen, and nitrogen.
	Stainless Steel		Stainless steels are highly corrosion resistant, ferrous alloys that contain chromium and/or nickel additions. There are three basic types of products: austenitic stainless steels, ferritic and martensitic stainless steels, and specialty stainless steels and iron superalloys. Austenitic stainless steels (AISI 300 / 200 Series) are highly corrosion resistant, ferrous alloys that contain chromium and nickel or manganese additions. Generally, austenitic stainless steels are more corrosion resistant than ferritic or martensitic stainless steels. Annealed austenitic stainless steels are non-magnetic. Cold working is used to harden austenitic stainless steels because these alloys do not respond to conventional quench and temper hardening processes. Ferritic and martensitic stainless steels are highly corrosion resistant, ferrous alloys that contain chromium and/or carbon additions. Ferritic stainless steels are soft, easy to form metal alloys. Cold working is used to harden ferritic stainless steels because these alloys do not respond to conventional quench and temper hardening processes. Ferritic stainless steels are formed to fabricate mufflers and other sheet metal components that require good corrosion resistance. Martensitic stainless steels can be hardened by a conventional quench and temper operation. Martensitic stainless steels are used for knife blades, tooling or other applications that require good corrosion resistance combined with higher hardness and wear resistance. Specialty stainless steels and iron superalloys are highly corrosion resistant, ferrous alloys containing chromium, nickel or other alloying additions to provide high strength or heat resistance. Duplex and precipitation hardening stainless steels belong in this category.
	Tin / Tin Alloy		Tin is metal with a low melting point and low hardness. Tin and tin alloys are used in coatings, as alloying additives, in battery electrodes, and as solders.
	Titanium / Titanium Alloy		Titanium and titanium alloys are non-ferrous metals with excellent corrosion resistance, good fatigue properties, and a high strength-to-weight ratio. Titanium's properties result in the use of titanium and titanium alloys in aircraft or air frame parts, jet engine super-alloy components, corrosion resistant chemical process equipment (valves, piping, and pumps), prostheses or medical devices, and marine equipment.
	Specialty / Exotic Alloy		Other unlisted, specialty or proprietary metals or alloy grades. These materials are based on a unique composition or alloy system, use a novel processing technology, or have properties designed for specific applications.
	Minerals		Synthesizing or processing of minerals.
	Nuclear Materials		Synthesizing or processing of nuclear materials.
	Plastics		Synthesizing or processing of plastics such as epoxy resins, isocyanates, polyesters, and polyethers.
	Pulp and Paper		Processing of paper or paper pulp.
	Textiles		Synthesizing or processing of textile materials.
	Wafers / Semiconductor Materials		Synthesizing or processing of wafers or semiconductor materials.
	Wood Products		Processing of wood products or wood by-products.
	Specialty / Other		Other unlisted products.
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Certifications / Quality Requirements


	Certifications / Quality Requirements
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	AS 9100		AS 9001 is a set of quality guidelines and requirements published by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) in cooperation with major aerospace manufacturers. AS 9001 is based on ISO 9001 but maintains a particular focus on the aerospace industry.
	cGMP Compliant		Companies comply with current good manufacturing practices (cGMP).
	DOT		Supplier is permitted by the U.S. Department of Transportation to ship or transport specific class (solid, hazardous, medical, etc.) waste or scrap materials.
	EPA		Supplier is permitted by the EPA for specific recycling or reclamation activities or processes wasters in full compliance with standards, guidelines and methods set forth by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
	FDA Registered		Company laboratories are accredited or accepted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
	ISO		Companies comply with International Standards Organization (ISO) standards. Examples include ISO 7779, ISO 9000, ISO 9001, ISO 9002, ISO 13485, ISO 14000 and ISO 17025. ISO 7779 covers acoustics and the measurement of airborne noise emitted by information technology (IT) and telecommunications equipment. ISO 9000 establishes standards for quality management. ISO 9002, a certification that has been superseded by ISO 9001:2000, is dedicated to continuous improvement. ISO 13485 covers medical devices, quality management systems and requirements for regulatory purposes. ISO 14000 establishes standards for environmental management, a term that describes a company’s efforts to minimize its harmful effects on the environment and improve its environmental performance. ISO 17025 outlines general requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories.
	ISO 9001:2000		ISO 9001:2000 establishes requirements for company quality management systems. Standards range from manufacturing to services such as design, development, production, and installation.
	ISO 14001		ISO 14000 provides an internationally recognized framework for environmental management, measurement, evaluation and auditing. It does not prescribe environmental performance targets, but instead provides organizations with tools for assessing and controlling the impact of activities, products or services on the environment. These standards are designed to be flexible enough to be used by any organization of any size and in any field. They address the following subjects: environmental management systems, environmental auditing, environmental labels and declarations, environmental performance evaluation, and life cycle assessment.
	QS 9000		QS 9000 is a quality standard for suppliers of DaimlerChrysler Corporation, Ford Motor Company, and General Motors Corporation. QS 9000 is based on the 1994 edition of ISO 9001, but contains additional requirements that are particular to the automotive industry. Specifically, QS 9000 applies to suppliers of production materials, production and service parts, heat-treating, painting and plating, and other finishing services.
	MIL-SPEC Certified		Companies comply with military specifications (MIL-SPEC).
	RIOS (ISRI)		Supplier is registered or certified to the RIOS standard requirements. RIOS is the Recycling Industry Operating Standard established by ISRI, Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries. RIOS provides management systems guidelines specifically targeted to plants, facilities and suppliers in the recycling industry. RIOS standard addresses the quality, environmental, health & safety issues in recycling operations.
	State Certification		Supplier is certified to State standards or recognized by the State as a valid recycling facility for a specific class of waste or scrap. A recycler can be certified in multiple States.
	Other		Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary certification or standard.
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Regional Preference



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	North America		Companies are located in the United States, Canada or Mexico.
	United States Only		Companies are located in the United States.
	Northeast US Only		Companies are located in the Northeast United States, namely Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont.
	Southern US Only		Companies are located in the Southern United States, namely Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington D.C., and West Virginia.
	Southwest US Only		Companies are located in the Southwest United States, namely Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah.
	Northwest US Only		Companies are located in the Northwest United States, namely Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming.
	Midwest US Only		Companies are located in the Midwest United States, namely Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
	Canada Only		Companies are located in Canada.
	South / Central America Only		Companies have facilities in South American countries such as Argentina, Brazil, or Chile; or in Central American countries such as Costa Rica, Honduras, Panama, etc.
	Europe Only		Companies are located in Europe, namely Germany, Ireland, Italy, United Kingdom, etc.
	South Asia Only		Companies are located in South Asia, namely India, Pakistan, Nepal, etc.
	Near East Only		Companies are located in the Near East, namely Egypt, Israel, Saudi Arabia, etc.
	East Asia / Pacific Only		Companies are located in East Asia, namely China, Japan, Taiwan, etc.
	Other		Other unlisted country or region.
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