Keystone Quality Assurance Program
Verify manufacturing quality and demonstrate compliance with ANAB-accredited ISO/IEC 17020 inspection services. Keystone Quality Assurance Program provides third-party verification for building envelope product manufacturers serving Florida Product Approval, Dade County NOA, and other product evaluation programs.
Florida DBPR Recognized — Officially recognized quality assurance entity for Florida Product Approval Rule 9N-3
Why Third-Party Quality Assurance Matters
Florida Product Approval
Required for Florida Product Approval Rule 9N-3 (formerly 9B-72). Officially recognized by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
Product Evaluation Programs
Verify qualified products for Dade County BCCO Notice of Acceptance (NOA), ATI-Code Compliance Research Reports (CCRR), and other evaluation programs.
Manufacturing Verification
Periodic inspections at each licensed facility verify qualified products are produced as specified in a documented quality management system.
ANAB Accreditation
ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredited to ISO/IEC 17020 for third-party inspection, ensuring the highest standards of quality assurance.
Building Envelope Products Covered
The Keystone Quality Assurance Program applies to the following building envelope product categories:
- Roofing Products
- Fenestration & Mullions
- Protective Shutters
- Precast & Prestressed Concrete
- Pre-engineered Air Conditioner Stands
- Sandwich Wall & Roof Panels
- Fasteners & Anchors
- Siding & Soffit Products
- Metal Joined Wood Trusses
How Quality Assurance Inspections Work
Quality System Documentation
Establish a documented quality management system that complies with program requirements.
Periodic Inspections
Keystone performs scheduled inspections at each licensed manufacturing facility to verify compliance with documented procedures.
Ongoing Verification
Continuous monitoring ensures qualified products are produced as specified and quality systems remain effective.
Florida Product Approval Requirements
Manufacturers seeking Florida State Product Approval using licensure from a Florida-recognized quality assurance entity must also contract with:
- A Florida-recognized test laboratory or evaluation entity
- A Florida-recognized validation entity
Keystone is officially recognized by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) for demonstrating compliance with third-party quality assurance requirements of Florida Product Approval Rule 9N-3.
Association Quality Assurance
For Major Suppliers: Learn how to legitimize your customer's use of your Florida Product Approvals through our Association QA program.
Why Choose Keystone Quality Assurance?
ANAB Accredited — ISO/IEC 17020 accredited third-party inspection body
Florida DBPR Recognized — Officially approved for Florida Product Approval programs
Comprehensive coverage — Wide range of building envelope product categories and evaluation programs
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Contact our quality assurance experts to discuss third-party inspection services for Florida Product Approval and other evaluation programs.
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