"Nadcap® recognizes "Metalex Thermal Specialties" for its commitment to continual improvement in aerospace quality

BERTHOUD, COLORADO – June 2026 – Metalex Thermal Specialties announces that it has received Nadcap® accreditation for Heat Treating, demonstrating the company's commitment to meeting the stringent quality requirements of the aerospace industry.

"Achieving Nadcap accreditation is a tremendous milestone for Metalex and a reflection of our team's dedication to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement," said Debra James, President and CEO of Metalex Thermal Specialties. "When our family acquired Metalex in 2020, we saw an opportunity to build upon its strong foundation and create a world-class thermal processing company. Earning Nadcap accreditation validates the investments we've made in our people, equipment, and quality systems, and positions us to better serve the aerospace and defense industries for years to come."

Chris James, General Manager of Metalex Thermal Specialties, added, "This accreditation represents thousands of hours of work by our team. From enhancing our quality management systems and process controls to investing in training and equipment, every employee played a role in achieving this milestone. Nadcap accreditation demonstrates to our customers that Metalex has the systems, discipline, and technical expertise necessary to process some of the most demanding aerospace components in the industry."

Metalex Thermal Specialties received Nadcap® accreditation for demonstrating its ongoing commitment to quality by satisfying customer requirements and industry specifications. Nadcap accreditation is recognized throughout the aerospace industry as a critical benchmark for special process providers and demonstrates compliance with rigorous technical and quality requirements.

The achievement represents years of investment and commitment by the company. Since acquiring Metalex in 2020, the James family has focused on modernizing operations, expanding technical capabilities, strengthening quality systems, and building a culture centered on continuous improvement. Achieving Nadcap accreditation marks a significant milestone in that journey and reinforces Metalex's position as a trusted thermal processing partner for aerospace manufacturers and other industries requiring the highest levels of quality and process control.

As a family-owned company, Metalex is proud to demonstrate how two generations working together can successfully build a culture of quality and long-term investment. The Nadcap accreditation reflects not only compliance with industry requirements, but also the company's commitment to continual improvement and operational excellence for years to come.

Jay Solomond, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at the Performance Review Institute, said: "Nadcap accreditation is globally recognized as a hallmark of quality and is a major accomplishment. For many years, the aerospace industry has incorporated Nadcap into its approach for handling risk, as it demonstrates compliance with industry standards and customer requirements. I am delighted, therefore, that Metalex Thermal Specialties has achieved Nadcap accreditation for Heat Treating, and that all their hard work has paid off."

About Metalex Thermal Specialties; Metalex Thermal Specialties is a family-owned commercial heat treating company located in Berthoud, Colorado. The company specializes in vacuum heat treating, precipitation hardening, stress relieving, annealing, solution treating, and related thermal processing services for aerospace, defense, medical, energy, automotive, and industrial manufacturers. Combining advanced thermal processing capabilities with responsive customer service, Metalex delivers consistent, high-quality results for critical applications throughout the United States.

About Nadcap®; Created in 1990 by SAE International, Nadcap® is administered by the not-for-profit Performance Review Institute® (PRI). PRI is a global provider of customer-focused solutions designed to improve process and product quality by adding value, reducing total cost, and promoting collaboration among stakeholders in industries where safety and quality are shared goals. PRI works closely with industry to understand emerging needs and offers customized solutions in response."