Steel Inspection, Welding Inspection & Non-Destructive Testing Services
Certified Steel Inspection Services for Fabricators, Contractors, and Industrial Facilities
Patriot provides comprehensive steel inspection, welding inspection, and non-destructive testing (NDT) services for structural steel fabricators, industrial facilities, contractors, manufacturers, and project owners throughout the Midwest.
Our experienced Certified Welding Inspectors (CWIs) and NDT technicians help clients verify quality, maintain compliance, and minimize costly rework throughout fabrication, construction, and facility operations. Whether inspections are performed in a fabrication shop, manufacturing facility, or in the field, Patriot delivers timely, accurate, and defensible inspection services that keep projects moving.
Our Steel Inspection Services
Structural Steel Inspection
Patriot performs structural steel inspections to verify that fabrication and installation activities comply with applicable project specifications, industry standards, and code requirements.
Our structural steel inspection services include:
- Structural weld inspections
- Bridge weld inspections
- Decking and joist inspections
- High-strength bolt inspections
- Bolt load testing
- Bolt pattern verification
- Bolt pre-tension verification
- Material verification
- Shop and field inspections
Our inspectors support projects ranging from commercial and industrial facilities to transportation infrastructure and complex structural steel installations.
Piping Inspection Services
Patriot provides specialized piping inspection services for industrial and manufacturing clients requiring quality assurance and verification of critical systems.
Services include:
- High-purity piping inspections
- Chemical piping inspections
- Mechanical connection verification
- Support inspections
- Hydrotest verification
- Remote Digital Visual Inspection (RDVI)
Our team works with clients to verify that piping systems are installed in accordance with project specifications, applicable codes, and quality requirements.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
Patriot utilizes non-destructive testing methods to evaluate weld quality and material integrity without damaging the component being inspected.
Certified Welding Inspection (CWI)
Our AWS Certified Welding Inspectors perform:
- Visual weld inspections
- Welder qualification verification
- Welding procedure review
- Material verification
- Fabrication document review
- Quality assurance and quality control oversight
Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
Magnetic particle testing is used to identify surface and near-surface discontinuities in ferromagnetic materials.
Dye Penetrant Testing (PT)
Dye penetrant testing identifies surface-breaking defects that may not be visible during routine visual inspection.
Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
Ultrasonic testing uses high-frequency sound waves to detect internal discontinuities and evaluate material condition.
Patriot performs:
- Ultrasonic thickness testing for corrosion assessment and remaining wall thickness evaluation
- Straight beam ultrasonic testing for lamination detection and internal discontinuities
- Shear wave ultrasonic testing for weld inspection and structural connection evaluation
Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Support
Patriot provides QA/QC support throughout the entire lifecycle of a project, from pre-fabrication planning through final documentation closeout.
Pre-Operations Support
Establishing quality procedures early helps minimize rework and maintain production efficiency.
Services include:
- Writing weld procedures
- Weld procedure qualification support
- Welder and operator qualification testing
- Weld tracking documentation development
- Compliance and non-compliance tracking systems
- Material and consumable tracking documentation
Operations Phase Support
During fabrication and construction, Patriot provides independent oversight to help ensure quality requirements are consistently met.
Services include:
- Onsite QA/QC oversight
- Contractor quality oversight
- Vendor and supplier audits
- Third-party inspections
- Production quality monitoring
- Compliance verification
Post-Operations Support
Patriot assists clients with final quality documentation and closeout activities to ensure project requirements have been satisfied.
Services include:
- QA documentation review
- Closeout procedure oversight
- Final documentation audits
- Compliance verification
Industries We Serve
Patriot provides steel inspection and NDT services for a wide range of industries, including:
- Structural steel fabrication
- Commercial construction
- Industrial manufacturing
- Power generation facilities
- Refineries
- Transportation infrastructure
- Bridges and transportation agencies
- State agencies
- Contractors and erectors
Certifications, Standards, and Industry Involvement
Patriot’s inspectors are trained and certified in accordance with recognized industry standards, including:
- ANSI/ASNT CP-189
- ASNT-TC-1A
- AWS D1.1
- VT Level II
- MT Level I and II
- UT Level II
- ICC Fireproofing
- AWS D1.1 Structural Steel
Our team performs inspections in accordance with applicable standards and project requirements, including:
- American Welding Society (AWS)
- American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)
- American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT)
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- International Building Code (IBC)
Helping Shape Industry Standards
Patriot is proud to have representation on the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Technical Committee responsible for developing quality control and quality assurance requirements for structural steel buildings. This involvement provides our clients with direct insight into evolving industry standards and reinforces our commitment to delivering technically sound inspection services.
Why Choose Patriot for Steel Inspection Services?
- Experienced AWS Certified Welding Inspectors (CWIs)
- Certified NDT technicians
- Responsive scheduling and rapid mobilization
- Shop and field inspection capabilities
- Independent third-party inspections
- Comprehensive QA/QC support
- Clear, timely, and defensible reporting
- Deep understanding of fabrication and construction processes
Let’s Talk
Whether you need in-shop inspection support, certified welder testing, or full QA/QC program management, Patriot is ready to support your team.
Contact us today to discuss your project or facility needs.