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KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) provides 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’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.
100% Employee-Owned Company
75+ Years Of Experience
170+ Certified Inspectors
50+ Engineers & Scientists
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KTA University Articles
Let’s Talk About Outgassing Prevention When Overcoating Zinc-Rich Primers
KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum Volume 5, Issue No. 1 – February 2026 William Corbett, Technical ConsultantAMPP Senior Certified Coating Inspector & Certified Protective Coating Specialist KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum is designed to provide professional development/continuing education on standards, inspection practices, new instruments, and other topics to help keep
Let’s Talk About Reviewing Daily Coating Inspection Reports
KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum Volume 4, Issue No. 4 – August 2025 William Corbett, Technical Consultant AMPP Senior Certified Coating Inspector & Certified Protective Coating Specialist KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum is designed to provide professional development/continuing education on standards, inspection practices, new instruments, and other topics to help
Let’s Talk About Measuring Coating Thickness on Concrete
KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum Volume 4, Issue No. 6 – July 2025 William Corbett, Technical Consultant and KTA Fellow AMPP Senior Certified Coating Inspector & Certified Protective Coating Specialist KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum is designed to provide professional development/continuing education on standards, inspection practices, new instruments, and other
Let’s Talk About Inspecting Duplex Coating Systems
KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum Volume 4, Issue No. 2 – April 2025 William Corbett, Technical Consultant AMPP Senior Certified Coating Inspector & Certified Protective Coating Specialist KTA’s Certified Coating Inspector Forum is designed to provide professional development/continuing education on standards, inspection practices, new instruments, and other topics to help
KTA-Tator Inc. Opens New State-of-the-Art Testing Facility in Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh, March 27, 2025 – KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) is pleased to announce the opening of our newest testing facility, located at 1506 Parkway View Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. This cutting-edge location expands our ability to deliver a comprehensive suite of Non-Destructive Testing (NDE), Mechanical Testing, and Destructive Testing services, reinforcing
KTA-Tator, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Future Labs LLC, Expanding Capabilities in Materials Inspection and Testing
KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) has acquired Future Labs LLC, a leader in highway safety and polymeric product testing. This acquisition strengthens KTA’s service offerings, integrating Future Labs’ specialized expertise with KTA’s industry-leading inspection, consulting, and testing solutions. Clients will benefit from enhanced capabilities and a seamless approach to asset integrity and compliance.