What is TÜRKAK ISO 17020 Accreditation and Why is it Important?

As CIS Karkont Inspection Services, we prioritize reliability and quality. To ensure that our services comply with international standards, we obtained our ISO 17020 accreditation from TÜRKAK on May 25, 2023. But what is ISO 17020 accreditation, and why is it so important?

What is the TÜRKAK Accreditation Certificate?

The ISO 17020 accreditation, issued by TÜRKAK (Turkish Accreditation Agency), verifies that organizations operating in fields such as inspection, certification, testing, and calibration meet both national and international standards. This certification demonstrates the competence and reliability of an organization.

What is the Purpose of Accreditation?

ISO 17020 accreditation, provided by TÜRKAK, enhances the credibility of independent conformity assessment bodies. It confirms that services are carried out objectively and scientifically, ensuring consistent and reliable results for businesses and consumers.

Accreditation Builds Trust

Accredited inspection activities comply with legal requirements and international standards, ensuring that businesses and consumers feel confident and secure. CIS Karkont Inspection Services maintains this trust by prioritizing customer satisfaction.

Quality and Continuous Improvement

The ISO 17020 accreditation granted by TÜRKAK ensures that inspection bodies undergo regular audits. These audits aim to continuously improve the quality and safety of products and services. CIS Karkont upholds and enhances its quality standards throughout this process.

Supporting International Trade

TÜRKAK accreditation ensures that inspection and conformity assessment activities are internationally recognized. This facilitates easier and more reliable market access for exporters. Accredited inspection services eliminate technical barriers in trade, strengthening the competitiveness of the Turkish economy. CIS Karkont adheres to international inspection standards, providing reliable and impartial services.

With TÜRKAK accreditation, CIS Karkont Inspection Services demonstrates the compliance and reliability of its services in accordance with international standards. Thanks to ISO 17020 Accreditation, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality and most reliable services.

For trustworthy and impartial inspection services, always rely on CIS Karkont.

Our scope of accreditation is as follows:

INSPECTION AREA INSPECTION TYPE
Solid (Bulk/Packaged) Products
Agricultural Products (Oilseeds, Plant-Based Products, Cereals, Pulses, Oilcakes, Food Products, etc.)
Mineral Ore and Concentrates
Weight and Quantity Control
Weighbridge Supervision
Quantity Counting/Tally
Solid (Bulk/Packaged) Products
Agricultural Products (Oilseeds, Plant-Based Products, Cereals, Pulses, Oilcakes, Food Products, etc.)
Sampling
Sampling and Supervision of Sampling
Sample Preparation and Supervision of Preparation
Solid (Bulk/Packaged) Products
Agricultural Products (Oilseeds, Plant-Based Products, Cereals, Pulses, Oilcakes, Food Products, etc.)
Mineral Ore and Concentrates
Supervision
Pre-loading, Loading, Transfer, and Unloading Supervision
Solid (Bulk/Packaged) Products
Agricultural Products (Oilseeds, Plant-Based Products, Cereals, Pulses, Oilcakes, Food Products, etc.)
Mineral Ore and Concentrates
Inspection
Visual Damage Inspection (Product, Packaging, etc.)
Transport and Storage Units
Maritime Transport Units (Tankers, Containers, Dry Cargo)
Road Transport Units (Tankers, Trailers)
Rail Transport Units (Freight, Tankers, etc.)
Containers, Tank Containers, ISO-TANK, Transport Packages
Supervision
Pre-loading, Loading, Transfer, and Unloading Supervision
Sealing and Unsealing Supervision
Transport and Storage Units
Maritime Transport Units (Tankers, Containers, Dry Cargo)
Weight and Quantity Control
Quantity Determination by Draft Survey
Transport and Storage Units
Maritime Transport Units (Tankers, Containers, Dry Cargo)
Inspection
Hold/Tank/Container Cleanliness Inspection
Transport and Storage Units
Road Transport Units (Tankers, Trailers)
Rail Transport Units (Freight, Tankers, etc.)
Containers, Tank Containers, ISO-TANK, Transport Packages
Inspection
Visual Damage Inspection (Product, Packaging, etc.)
Lashing Inspection
Container Condition Inspection
Hold/Tank/Container Cleanliness Inspection
Container CSC Inspection
CTU Inspection