About National Inspection & Consultants, LLC (NIC)
National Inspection and Consultants (NIC) offers comprehensive inspection, consulting, and quality assurance services to support critical industries like aerospace, shipbuilding, power generation and more. With our recent integration into the Element Materials Technology network, we now offer our customers an expanded range of services, enhanced capabilities, and access to Element’s global network of laboratories, all while maintaining the local expertise that has made NIC a trusted partner for forty-eight years.
Expertise to Support Your Critical Operations
NIC’s advanced services provide unmatched value to industries that rely on safety-critical materials and components. Whether you're working in aerospace, power, or shipbuilding, our comprehensive solutions help you reduce risk, optimize performance, and ensure compliance with industry standards. As part of Element, we can now offer even greater resources, faster turnaround times, and deeper insights into material performance.
Our Services
- Certified NDE & Inspection Services: NIC’s non-destructive examination (NDE) services ensure that your materials and components are thoroughly tested for defects without compromising their integrity.
- Aircraft NDT: With certifications like AS9100D, Nadcap and our FAA Repair Station, we provide top-tier NDT services for the aerospace sector to maintain the highest standards of safety and performance.
- Quality Assurance & Consulting: We provide a full range of QA/QC services and consulting, helping you navigate compliance requirements and improve operational efficiency.
Related Services
Digital Radiography Testing
Our industry-leading laboratories host the latest digital radiographic testing equipment that can quickly and efficiently identify weaknesses in your materials.
Ultrasonic Testing
Ultrasonic testing (UT) uses soundwaves to detect tiny cracks and defects in materials, offering precise, non-destructive inspection for various industries. Element provides both portable and lab-based UT services, including immersion testing, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards.
Liquid Penetrant Inspection (LPI)
Liquid penetrant inspection (LPI), or dye penetrant inspection, is a reliable and cost-effective method for detecting surface flaws of welds, castings, and other components that cannot be destroyed. Our experts can conduct comprehensive on-site penetrant inspection.
Magnetic Particle Inspection
Ensure the integrity of your ferrous materials with our expert MPI testing. Using advanced wet and dry methods, we detect surface and near-surface defects in welds, castings, and components. Available on-site or in our state-of-the-art labs, we deliver precise, reliable results.
Why Choose NIC?
By integrating NIC into the Element network, we’ve enhanced our ability to serve you with an even broader scope of testing, certification, and consulting services. Our regional expertise is now backed by Element’s extensive global resources, ensuring that no matter where you operate, you can access the cutting-edge solutions you need.
A Global Network for Aerospace and Beyond
For the aerospace industry, NIC’s capabilities, combined with Element’s global presence, give you access to a seamless experience. Whether you’re developing new aerospace components or optimizing existing ones, our enhanced services will help you reduce downtime, improve material longevity, and maintain compliance with global aerospace standards.
