MIL and Def Standards

Smither supports defense materials qualification through independent testing, analysis, and technical assessment aligned to a wide range of military and defense standards.

Our specialists provide testing for polymer and elastomer materials and components used in demanding defense applications, helping organizations support qualification, durability, reliability, and performance assessment activities.

Whether you require testing to an established military standard or a bespoke qualification program developed around your application, our experts can help.

Explore our Defense Materials and Qualification capabilities to learn more about our broader expertise in defense materials testing, environmental durability, failure investigation, and qualification support.

Standard Testing

Smither provides testing and assessment to a range of military and defense standards covering material durability, fluid compatibility, environmental exposure, and performance evaluation.

Standards we commonly support include:

Bespoke Qualification Programs

Where published standards do not fully represent your operating environment or qualification requirements, Smither can develop application-specific testing programs designed to reflect representative service conditions and customer-defined performance criteria.

Talk to a Defense Materials Specialist

If you require testing to a specific MIL, DEF STAN, ASTM, ISO, or customer-defined specification, speak with our specialists about your qualification requirements.

Please note that the standards listed above are representative examples of our capabilities and are not exhaustive. If you do not see the standard you require, please contact us to discuss your project.

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Jeff
Marek

Supervisor and Test Engineer - Physical Testing, Materials Science and Engineering

United States

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Helen
Amos

Project Manager - Materials Testing, Materials Science and Engineering

United Kingdom

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