NTS

★★★★★ 4.3 / 5
18 reviews

NTS is a global music discovery platform, broadcasting diverse genres from artists worldwide without on-air advertising. They support music culture through events and original content.

NTS is a globally recognized music discovery platform, established in 2011 by music enthusiasts for music lovers. Broadcasting from over 80 countries, NTS features a vast array of genres, from hip-hop to highlife and jungle to j-pop, all delivered without on-air advertising. The platform is committed to supporting music culture through special broadcasts, international events, and original video content produced by their in-house studio, SOUP.WORLD. NTS prioritizes human curation over algorithmic recommendations and champions freedom of expression for its radio hosts. They ensure fair compensation for artists and rightsholders through royalties and supporter subscriptions, operating in the best interests of music culture.

About

**Who they are**
NTS, now operating as Element U.S. Space & Defense, is a long-standing provider of advanced testing and engineering services, with roots tracing back to 1961. They are a recognized partner for industries requiring rigorous validation of products and components.

**Expertise & scope**
* Robust testing for materials, components, and systems, including ballistics, dynamics, acoustics, EMC/EMI, and environmental simulations.
* Specialized services such as vibration, shock, acceleration, impact, HALT, HASS, and pyro-shock testing.
* EMC/EMI testing to meet commercial and military regulatory compliance, including HIRF, ESD, and reverberation testing.
* Environmental simulation capabilities covering a wide range of climatic conditions including temperature, humidity, altitude, solar, wind, hail, fire, rain, ice, salt fog, sand, and dust.
* Electrical testing fields include Electromagnetic Compatibility, NEBS, and Radio/Wireless & Product Safety for various equipment types like Medical Electrical Equipment, Telecommunications Terminal Equipment, and Information Technology Equipment.
* Mechanical testing covers hydraulic, environmental simulation, fuel systems, airflow, leak testing, and more.
* Acoustics & Vibration testing includes acoustic characteristics, noise, structure-borne noise, vibration, and shock testing.
* Thermal testing encompasses high/low temperature, thermal shock, temperature/humidity, altitude, corrosion, and fire-related tests.

**Reputation / proof points**
* Accredited to ISO/IEC 17025.
* Recognized by U.S. Department of Justice – National Institute of Justice, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), and ISTA – International Safe Transit Association.
* Supports compliance with standards such as NIJ 0101.06, NIJ 0101.07, NIJ 0115.00, MIL-STD-202, and MIL-STD-1344.
* Has multiple locations including Belcamp, Camden, Fullerton, Orlando, Rustburg, and Santa Clarita.
* History includes founding of Associated Engineering Test Laboratories (AETL) in 1961, renaming to National Technical Systems (NTS), and acquisitions expanding capabilities.

Additional information

Element U.S. Space & Defense provides comprehensive testing services designed to ensure product reliability and regulatory compliance across diverse industries, including defense and space. Their extensive accreditations, such as ISO/IEC 17025, underscore their commitment to quality and accuracy. Buyers can expect detailed test reports and certifications that support market access and product validation. The company's broad scope of services means they can often serve as a single-source testing partner for complex projects, reducing the need to engage multiple vendors. Engagement typically involves project consultation to define specific testing needs, followed by execution in their specialized facilities.

Key Highlights

  • Accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 for engineering, test, inspection, and certification services. Source
    “ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation”
  • Recognized by key organizations including the U.S. Department of Justice – National Institute of Justice and Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). Source
    “U.S. Department of Justice – National Institute of Justice; Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)”
  • Offers extensive EMC/EMI testing to meet commercial and military regulatory compliance. Source
    “Meet regulatory compliance for commercial and military applications with advanced EMI, EMC, HIRF, ESD, reverberation, and related test services”
  • Capabilities include simulating a wide array of climatic conditions for environmental testing. Source
    “We can simulate any climatic condition on earth, including combinations of temperature, humidity, altitude, solar, wind, hail, fire, rain, ice, salt fog, sand, dust, and more.”

Certifications & Trust Signals

  • Founded in 1961, with decades of experience in high-tech testing services. Source
    “Aaron Cohen and Dr. Jack Lin co-found Associated Engineering Test Laboratories (AETL) on November 27, 1961”
  • Holds ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, signifying adherence to international quality standards. Source
    “ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation”

Buyer Snapshot

Best for
  • Providers needing rigorous testing for defense and space applications.
  • Companies requiring compliance with military and commercial standards.
  • Manufacturers seeking validation for electrical, mechanical, and environmental resilience.
How engagement typically works
  • Project-based consultation and execution.
  • Collaborative definition of test plans.
  • Direct engagement with technical experts.
Typical deliverables
  • Comprehensive test reports.
  • Compliance certifications.
  • Performance validation data.
  • Risk mitigation analysis.
Good to know
  • Best when specific, complex testing requirements necessitate specialized facilities and expertise.
HQ: Belcamp, United States
Languages: English
Timezones: EST
Claim status: Listed

Services & Capabilities

Electrical Safety + EMC Testing (IEC 60601)

Countries: United States, Europe, Asia
Industries: Medical Devices
Pricing model: Custom pricing
Standards Supported: ISO/IEC 17025
Test Coverage: Both
Is Accredited: Yes
Accreditation Body: Element U.S. Space & Defense
Cb Scheme Support: No
Max Eut Size: Custom
Chamber Type: Semi-anechoic
Pre Scan Debug Support: No
On Site Testing Option: No
Wireless Add On Capability: Yes
Lead Time Band: Start in 4-8 weeks
Quote SLA: 3-5 business days
Rush Available: No
Test Types Offered: Radiated emissions, ESD immunity, RF immunity
Regions Served: U.S. Government, Military, Aerospace, Commercial
Sample Return Policy: Return
Nda Support: Yes
Minimum Project Size: $50k+
Nrtl Relationships: Other

Additional medical_device_emc_testing Details

Standards Supported
IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-11, IEC 61010-1, ISO/IEC 17025, NIJ 0101.06, NIJ 0101.07, NIJ 0115.00, MIL-STD-202, MIL-STD-1344, NEBS
Test Coverage
Both
Nrtl Relationships
Other
Max Eut Size
Custom
Chamber Type
Anechoic, Semi-anechoic, Other
Lead Time Band
Start in 4-8 weeks
Quote SLA
3-5 business days
Test Types Offered
EMC/EMI Testing, Ballistic Testing, Dynamics & Acoustics Testing, Environmental Simulations, HALT, HASS, Pyro-shock, Radio/Wireless & Product Safety Tests, Thermal Testing
Sample Return Policy
Both options
Minimum Project Size
Custom
Pricing Model
Custom
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