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Jake Kacsik

Jake Kacsik is the founder and current President of Conrad Kacsik. He started the business back in 1977, focusing on controls and instrumentation for industrial processes. To provide the highest-caliber service possible, he partnered with industry leaders in temperature measurement, data acquisition and controls technology. Since then, he has helped grow Conrad Kacsik into leading designer and servicer of industrial furnace and thermal processing control systems, working in some of the most demanding industries.

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Why SCADA Is Crucial for Aerospace Audit Readiness Under AMS2750 & Nadcap

Jul 25, 2025 11:14:06 AM / by Jake Kacsik posted in Aerospace, SCADA

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Why SCADA Is Crucial for Aerospace Audit Readiness Under AMS2750 & Nadcap

If your facility performs heat treating in the aerospace industry, chances are you’re already familiar with AMS2750 and Nadcap. Both are designed to ensure aerospace components are heat treated consistently, safely and in compliance with exacting specifications.

Audit readiness for Nadcap is a core requirement for maintaining contracts and credibility in the aerospace sector. But compliance involves more than just following procedures; it requires extensive documentation, real-time monitoring, and traceable control over every aspect of your process.

That’s where modern SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) systems become indispensable. SCADA gives you the tools to collect, log and review data automatically, minimizing the chance of human error and ensuring your process stays within spec—every time. For aerospace suppliers aiming to meet AMS2750 and pass Nadcap audits with confidence, a robust SCADA system is essential, and we’ll cover why in this article.

 

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The Importance of Quality Management in Heat Treating

Jun 4, 2025 9:00:00 AM / by Jake Kacsik posted in thermal processing, heat treating

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The Importance of Quality Management in Heat Treating

In heat treatment, the strength, durability and performance of critical components depend on tightly controlled processes that leave no room for error. A strong quality management system (QMS) is a key part of ensuring that those processes are followed and work as intended, giving you consistent, repeatable results while boosting efficiency. On top of that, these systems are required to satisfy various industry standards, certifications, and regulations like Nadcap.  

In this article, we are going to explore why quality management is so crucial for thermal processing. We’ll also talk about some of the components of a strong QMS and how Conrad Kacsik may be able to help your organization get your quality control measures in line with the best in the industry.

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Understanding Thermocouples and Their Use in Thermal Processing

May 28, 2025 1:35:00 PM / by Jake Kacsik posted in thermal processing, Thermocouples

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Understanding Thermocouples and Their Use in Thermal Processing 

In thermal processing, precision is critical. Maintaining accurate temperature control can directly impact product quality and compliance with industry standards like AMS2750. The heart of this necessary precision lies with the thermocouple—the temperature sensors that ensure accurate measurement of temperature during the heat treatment process. 

In this article, we are going to explore thermocouples and their use in pyrometry. We’ll discuss the basics of how they work, the different types available, and the calibration requirements you need to meet for compliance. By the end, you’ll have a better understanding of how to make informed decisions for your heat-treat operations.

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