Damage Analyses and Investigations

Investigate the root cause of the damage systematically and based on facts

Damage Analyses and Investigations

Investigate the root cause of the damage systematically and based on facts

Damage Analyses and Investigations

Investigate the root cause of the damage systematically and based on facts

Damage Analyses and Investigations

Investigate the root cause of the damage systematically and based on facts

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Failure Investigations and Analyses

Materials Research That Goes Beyond the Surface

Damage often occurs without warning. A faulty device or pipe section can be replaced, but does this guarantee that the same problem won’t happen again or that the work environment is safe?

If damage occurs repeatedly, repairs and process shutdowns can have significant financial implications for your company. A systematic and thorough damage analysis is the most important aspect of damage prevention. An understanding of materials and processes is essential when seeking facts regarding the origin of the damage. DEKRA’s impartial and fact-based investigation is indispensable, for example, in cases of dispute and liability.

Detailed Analyses of Damage Investigations

We conduct detailed analyses of materials, product properties, and structure. We perform damage analyses to determine the causes of damage and, if necessary, verify the properties of your products and materials at every stage of the product lifecycle—from material selection and product development to damage incidents.

Thanks to DEKRA’s modern testing equipment, extensive expertise, and broad network, you can obtain reliable damage assessments, elemental analyses, and other tests quickly and at competitive prices.

Benefits of Damage Investigation and Analysis

Error analysis and root cause analysis help prevent recurring faults and maintain the integrity of resources.
Improve the reliability and safety of facilities and products.
An independent analysis clarifies issues of liability.
Get fast and reliable results with accurate, modern testing technologies.

Who Is Damage Analysis Suitable For?

Regardless of the industry or type of material, we are happy to assist with damage assessments. We have served our customers in a wide range of industries, including the following applications:

Boilers, tanks, and piping
Welded structures
Motors and rotating equipment, bearings, power transmission components
Heat exchangers
Lifting equipment, conveyors, vehicles, and machinery
Sulfur scrubbers, flue gas treatment systems

Services For Failure Investigations and Analyses

Metallurgical Studies

Metallurgical Studies

We investigated the fracture mechanism and crack propagation mode, and identified the point of origin of the damage using optical and scanning electron microscopes (SEM). We also examined the phases, grain structure, and grain size of the material.

Elemental Analyses