NACE Certification is valued and necessary for many industrial projects. Several of The Merrick Group’s employees are Level 1 NACE Certified Coating Inspector Certified.
NACE Inspection by an AMPP/NACE Certified Coating Inspector
NACE Inspection vs. AMPP Inspection
NACE International and AMPP (Association for Materials Protection and Performance) are not the same thing, but they are related. While NACE inspections are focused on corrosion control technologies and practices, AMPP inspections will be a broader that cover materials protection and performance, including corrosion control, coatings, and other materials-related issues.
NACE International
NACE International is a global professional association that focuses on corrosion control technologies and practices. It was originally known as the National Association of Corrosion Engineers and later changed its name to NACE International. NACE International provides education, certification, and standards development related to corrosion prevention and control.
Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP)
AMPP is a new organization formed by the merger of NACE International and the Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC). AMPP aims to bring together the expertise of both organizations to provide a more comprehensive approach to asset protection and performance. The new organization will focus on corrosion control and protective coatings, as well as other materials-related issues.
The Merrick Group staff is composed of certified coating inspectors for AMPP and NACE. When you need a AMPP coating inspector, call us to discuss your needs.
AMPP Coating Inspectors
Our NACE Certified Coating inspector ensures that coating systems are applied according to the coating specification, and they accurately and objectively report the results of all inspection observations. If environmental, time, or any other constraints make compliance with the coating specification impossible, The Merrick Group Certified NACE coating inspector will use their experience with a coating material to determine when acceptable conditions exist.
Merrick’s skilled NACE certified coating applicators completed the coating repairs correctly the first time — all under the direct scrutiny of a PaDEP-certified Tank Inspector.
– Jerrold McCormick
Sr. Environmental Scientist-Nuclear
Susquehanna Steam Electric Station
AMPP Coating Inspector Certification Levels
AMPP CIP Level 1 (NACE Certification Level 1)
This enables our employees to be qualified to undertake coating inspection of structural steel substrates using non-destructive techniques and instrumentation. Our employees have the knowledge and experience of coating materials and techniques for surface preparation and application on steel and concrete substrates.
AMPP CIP Level 2 (NACE Certification Level 2)
This enables our employees to be qualified to perform advanced coating inspections using both nondestructive and destructive techniques. Our employees have the knowledge of specialized coating material and techniques for a variety of substrates including concrete, copper, aluminum, lead, galvanized, thermal spray metals, wood, and polymeric materials. We also understand the various types of coatings including powder, fireproof, anti-fouling, high-heat, and temporary protective coatings as well as concrete, pipeline, mainline, and field joint coatings.
NACE Coatings Inspector Program (NACE/AMPP CIP)
Industrial coatings for steel and concrete are vital to the integrity and operation of the structures, machines, and systems in which they are found. Regardless of initial build, retrofitting or repair/inspection, a NACE coating inspector (with AMPP Certification) plays a vital role. In many cases, the coating inspector is an unaffiliated third party.
The benefits of NACE CIP (Coating inspector program) and AMPP CIP by The Merrick Group include:
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NACE Experience
The Merrick Group’s overall knowledge and experience of diverse NACE jobs allow us to be able to better define timetables for each stage so that all specialties can be coordinated over the project’s lifecycle. This ensures that the job is kept on a strict timeline to prevent delays.
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Defined Roles
Our AMPP and NACE specialists can lead a team, which allows multiple projects to run simultaneously. The Merrick Group’s NACE & AMPP certified inspectors are involved in all aspects of the project to complete the coating application. Our NACE and AMPP experts understand their team’s role and how to balance the coating inspection process to ensure quality isn’t sacrificed.
NACE/AMPP Certification Verification
| Name | NACE Certification Level 1 | NACE Certification Level 2 | NACE Cert Number |
| David Merrick | √ | 16387 | |
| Daniel Merrick | √ | 22070 | |
| Robert Ackerman | √ | 47350 | |
| Robert Zecker | √ | 47349 | |
| Michael Romanelli | √ | 75923 | |
| James Fisher | √ | 16381 | |
| Ryan Rondosh | √ | 17148 | |
| Scott Shamany | √ | 43381 | |
| Jeffrey Hart | √ | 43456 |
Schedule AMPP Coatings Service
The Merrick Group has built a reputation as a global leader in NACE inspections. With decades of experience, we place great emphasis on proper NACE training for our certified AMPP coating inspectors (Level 1 and Level 2).
Ready to schedule NACE or AMPP coatings services with a qualified coating inspector? Contact our team to schedule your next NACE or AMPP service.