Reliable Support for Long-Term Impact.

NIX® Industrial supports municipalities, government agencies, and the infrastructure industry with dependable fabrication, machining, and repair services for public works, utilities, and defense-related projects. We fabricate structural steel, safety platforms, custom enclosures, and utility components, and provide machining for water treatment facilities, transit systems, and energy infrastructure. Our industrial coatings protect pipelines and public assets from corrosion and wear, while our field services team delivers on-site repairs and installations to minimize disruption. Backed by ISO and AISC certifications, we are a trusted partner for projects requiring quality, compliance, and long-term reliability.

We help keep America's industries

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DEFENSE

COMMON PROJECTS

Nothing is more rewarding than supporting the U.S. defense industry and we are honored and fortunate to have the capabilities to do so. Working with defense contractors, we not only understand the importance of, but have the systems and capabilities for superior quality, confidentiality, and on time delivery. From small fabrication and coatings projects to large volume parts runs, to complete engineering and design to build projects, we have what it takes to support your businesses.

Municipalities

COMMON PROJECTS

Fabrication of custom utility components, including valve boxes, manholes, and pipe supports | Repair and maintenance of water treatment facility components, including tanks and pumps | Custom fabrication of pedestrian bridges, guardrails, and safety barriers | Structural steel fabrication for public buildings, parks, and transportation infrastructure | On-site welding and repairs for municipal vehicles and heavy equipment | Industrial coatings for water towers, pipelines, and outdoor infrastructure to resist corrosion | Fabrication and installation of stormwater management systems and culverts | Machining of pump parts, shafts, and components for water and sewage systems | Custom fencing and gates for secure municipal areas | Field services for on-site repairs of water treatment equipment and machinery Coatings and linings for underground storage tanks and sewer systems

Infrastructure

COMMON PROJECTS

Nix Industrial has the capabilities to support a variety of your project's needs. From complete engineering and design to build to coatings and finishings, we are one company with many solutions. Our fabrication facilities are able to assist with projects of all sizes, plus we have a field service and coatings team ready at any time.

CASE STUDY

Unilateral Tank Refurbishment

Here’s a look at a comprehensive refurbishment of a tank facing metal loss due to prolonged exposure and corrosion of the underlying steel. Beyond the aesthetic concerns, the potential for severe corrosion and metal deterioration posed significant risks, including failures that could result in safety and environmental challenges.

To safeguard our customer’s assets and avert future issues, we implemented a three-step process:

Approach and Solution

Step 1: Abrasive Blasting per SSPC-SP 6 

Our initial phase involved abrasive blasting in accordance with SSPC-SP 6 standards to eliminate pre-existing coatings. This crucial step ensured a clean slate for the subsequent protective measures.

Step 2: Applying 1 Coat of Epoxy 

Following the abrasive blasting, we applied a specialized epoxy

government & infrastructure Industry

Project Highlights

In this project, we pressure washed and cleaned over 40,000 square feet of a facility’s roof, soffits, gutters, and downspouts. To ensure long-lasting protection, we

LST 325

LST 325 Evansville is home to the LST 325, the last remaining fully functioning LST in the country. Our Structural Fabrication team fabricated structural steel,

Our Field Coatings division restored two local historical landmarks: the Old Red Covered Bridge and the Wheeling Covered Bridge in Gibson County.  We were tasked

Custom Davit Crane Project

The team at Nix Metals designed and fabricated this Davit Crane for a customer on the West Coast.  The crane was fabricated in Poseyville and