Do you have an industrial asset in need of repair or restoration and don’t really know where to start?



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You can have confidence in knowing that AMPP (Association for Materials Protection and Performance) has a globally recognized standards program for industrial contractors. AMPP was created when NACE International and SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings joined together after more than 140 combined years serving their members. Today, AMPP is active in more than 130 countries and has more than 54,000 members. AMPP has a globally recognized standards program for industrial contractors. Via their QP3 Certification program contractors must follow strict procedures and protocols beyond just surface preparation or painting. This auditable program gives asset owners peace of mind when selecting contractors to work on their projects. Benefits to owners include Pre-qualified Contractors, Risk reduction, Experienced contractors and inspection firms, and Asset longevity.

Want to know more.... Here are a couple of statics for you: 

  1. Martin Specialty Coatings is 1 of 330 - QP1 Certified Industrial Contractors Globally.
  2. MSC is 1 of 147 – QP3 Certified Shop Applied Coating Firms Globally.
  3. Combining these two certificates, we are 1 of 27 contractors that hold both the QP1 & QP3 Certified Applicators Globally.

Additionally, we are the only QP1 & QP3 Certified Contractor within 250 miles of Shreveport. We currently do work for the US Military, Corp of Engineers, Navy, Oil & Gas Operators, Large Manufacturing Plants, Large Sports Arenas, and large Steel Fabrication Companies.

Along with our QP3 certification we just had EIGHT of our industrial journeyman complete and PASS the Coating Application Specialist (CAS) Level 2 program! This was a week long training class hosted at our facility to test and train our team members on their skills. This program is part of the QP Certifications for the company. As we continue to grow MSC plans to continue to invest in our team members to improve the quality product we deliver to our customers, but to also help our team members improve their skills and advance their careers. We are so proud of all of our team members for their dedications and continued improvements. 

Martin is fully committed to Best-in-Class deliverables, the AMPP QP Program mandates the highest level of quality, performance and protection. Contact us today to discuss the future of your assets. 

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