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Non Destructive Testing and ExaminationKTA offers independent quality assurance and verification of welds and metallic substrates utilizing a variety of methods including Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), and Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT).View Services
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Concrete InspectionKTA Steel and Concrete Group inspectors are trained to perform Precast/Prestressed Structural Concrete inspections in accordance with PCI MNL-116, KTA assists clients by verifying that precast/prestressed structural units comply with project specifications.View Services
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Steel InspectionThird-party quality assurance observation of steel fabrication centers on welding inspection, as well as inspection of bolting and coating of structural steel. Inspectors conduct visual inspections of material for conformance with the approved specifications, plans and codes, as well as verification of Material Test Reports (MTR) for materials used.View Services
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Coatings InspectionKTA has the largest pool of independent SSPC-QP 5 and NACE certified field staff in the industry. KTA technicians and specialists have extensive experience in both fabrication shops and the field. Most importantly, they have access to KTA’s industry-leading coatings laboratory and consulting professionals.View Services
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Pipeline ServicesKTA's team of multi-disciplined field professionals are strategically located to minimize ancillary expenditures and downtime. Providing cost effective corrosion inspection and management services to reduce life cycle costs.View Services
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Laboratory Testing ServicesAccredited by the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 (Testing Cert. #2455.01), KTA’s Coating Laboratory is the premier provider of forensic evaluations, a veritable ‘CSI’ of coating system failure investigations.View Services
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Coating Condition AssessmentsBy identifying and mitigating areas of accelerated corrosion. KTA’s engineers work in any industry employing high-performance protective coatings and linings as a component to their corrosion prevention and aesthetic improvement processes.View Services
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KTA’s specialties include coatings and corrosion engineering and inspection; steel and concrete fabrication inspection; field and laboratory coatings failure analysis; environmental, health and safety consulting; and contract administration for maintenance and construction activities. KTA also distributes a complete line of the field inspection instrumentation needed to support corrosion protection projects, and provides a number of specialized Quality Assurance/Quality Control, and workplace safety training courses.About KTA-Tator, Inc.
Protecting The World's Infrastructure Since 1949. We provide facility owners, architects/engineers, contractors, fabricators, and manufacturers peace of mind that the integrity of steel and concrete structures and other assets are properly assessed and protected. KTA provides professional consultation and support during any phase of a project – design, construction, post-construction, or maintenance.Looking For 3rd Party Inspection?
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KTA values customer satisfaction above all else and we have aligned our organization and processes in a manner that best meets our customers’ needs. While our organization has proven to be responsive to market changes, we continually re-evaluate our service delivery structure to ensure that it is of greatest value to our clients.OUR CLIENTS
Most important is the communication, the inspector was in constant communication. I received daily reports on the project and he called if there were any issues.
Allegiant Construction
KTA Tator did exactly what I needed. An unbiased report and field study as to the reasons of the coating failure. Timely and professional report that details exactly what testing was complete and why.
KTA's staff is always professional. They perform the fieldwork within the limited slots we have for traffic control. Reports are thorough and well written.
I have enjoyed working with KTA and your wonderful team.
KTA provided well worded professional opinions.
Courtesy and Speed both appreciated.
KTA is always incredibly responsive to our needs and is very competitively priced for their services.
Prompt reliable service.
The best in the business.
Value provided to a relatively 'new-to-the-industry' individual. Great Hands-On training class.
KTA was very helpful and took the time answer all of our questions and to go over all of the forms.
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