IMS is the first dedicated minerals CRM producer in Australia to achieve ISO 17034 accreditation through both the National Association of Testing (NATA) and the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB).
IMS is also an SAI Global Assurance ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer of high-quality, competitively priced and customised CRMs for mining and exploration industry needs.
”Achieving ISO 17034 accreditation demonstrates that IMS has the systems, controls, tracking, handling, and rigorous statistical processes in place. Every batch is manufactured using robust standardised processes – from raw materials to data analysis and formal certification.
NATA
Independent Mineral Standards (IMS) is the first dedicated minerals CRM producer in Australia to achieve ISO 17034 accreditation. The accreditation covers both crushed and pulverised certified reference materials across a range of commodities, including gold, iron ore, and bauxite.
The ISO 17034 accreditation was awarded by NATA (the National Association of Testing Authorities), Australia’s leading accreditation authority for over 70 years.
NATA supports national and international trade through the acceptance of test and calibration data. ISO 17034 (General Requirement for Competence of Reference Material Producers) accreditation assures our clients that the quality and reliability of reference materials developed and produced by IMS conforms to strict technical, procedural, and managerial system requirements.
IMS General Manager, Dr. John Carter: “Being the first dedicated CRM producer in Australia to receive ISO 17034 accreditation is a major milestone for IMS. This accreditation plays a vital role in demonstrating the consistency and reliability of IMS’ products. IMS products are thoroughly assessed for homogeneity, stability and extensively characterised by internationally recognised ISO 17025 accredited laboratories.
ANAB
Independent Mineral Standards (IMS) has been awarded ISO 17034 (Reference Material Producer) accreditation by the ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board (ANAB), the largest multi-disciplinary accreditation body in the western hemisphere with international recognition.
The accreditation ANAB provides allows organisations to demonstrate integrity, reliability, technical competence and compliance with internationally recognised good practices. It assures the quality of reference materials produced according to specific technical and management system requirements.
The ISO 17034 accreditation achieved by IMS through ANAB expands on the accreditation previously provided by the National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia (NATA). This now allows IMS to offer accredited Certified Reference Materials (CRMs) across all commodities, ore types and testing methodologies, and with accreditation coverage that is globally recognised and established throughout all of IMS’ markets.
IMS’ ANAB-accredited products are certified using a network of highly qualified ISO 17025 laboratories worldwide. IMS is currently building its presence to reach more customers in Canada, the USA and Mexico.
ANAB has over 2,500 organisations accredited in approximately 80 countries and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). It currently leads the charge in the North American region for Reference Material Producer (RMP) accreditation.
SAI
Independent Mineral Standards (IMS) is an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer of high-quality, competitively priced and customised CRMs for mining and exploration industry needs. This certification is an internationally benchmarked quality management system used to improve business processes, increase the quality of a company’s products and services, meet stakeholder needs and exceed customer expectations.
The certification was awarded by SAI Global Assurance, a recognised leading provider of integrated risk management solutions, assurance and property services.
The ISO 9001:2015 is known as a “game-changer” for its robust yet flexible management system. Used by organisations of all sizes and industries worldwide, it offers a process approach that enhances customer satisfaction and loyalty, better quality products and services, product improvement, training and competency and operational efficiency.
