
SEA, Ltd.
Revealing the Cause. Mitigating the Risk.
About the firm
S-E-A offers a multi-disciplined suite of forensic engineering, fire investigation, and visualization services specializing in failure analysis. Founded in 1970, the practice provides a comprehensive range of investigative expertise including marine, mechanical, biomechanical, electrical, civil, and materials engineering, alongside industrial hygiene, toxicology, and chemical laboratory analysis. S-E-A also delivers pre-market product testing and ongoing quality research to help clients identify potential defects or weaknesses.
- Established
- 1970
- Team
- Midsize
- Firm type
- Civil Engineering · Structural Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Geotechnical Engineering · Fire Protection Engineering · Forensic Engineering · Chemical Engineering · Marine Engineering · Materials Engineering
People
Chet PatelManager, Atlanta Operations
Capabilities
Forensic Engineering & Investigation
Service websiteProvides comprehensive failure analysis, forensic investigations, and engineering evaluations across diverse structural, electrical, and mechanical disciplines.
- Accident Reconstruction
Reconstructs transportation, industrial, and consumer accidents to determine precise sequencing and cause.
- Fire and Explosion Investigation
Investigates fire origin and cause, electrical system failures, and hazard propagation.
- Digital Forensics
Extracts and analyzes data from digital devices, vehicles, and security systems.
- Civil and Structural Engineering
Evaluates building envelopes, structural collapses, and construction defects.
- Material and Metallurgical Failure Analysis
Performs laboratory-based failure analysis on metals, polymers, and construction materials.
- Geotechnical Engineering
Evaluates soil-structure interaction, foundation failures, and earth retention systems.
Vehicle & Product Solutions
Service websiteDelivers pre-market testing, vehicle safety evaluations, and customized engineering research.
- Vehicle Testing and Dynamics
Evaluates vehicle handling, suspension parameters, and steering systems using physical testing tools.
- Autonomous Vehicle Testing (ADAS & AV Evaluation)
Evaluates advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous vehicle performance in simulated and test environments.
- Center of Gravity and Inertia Testing
Utilizes specialized test rigs to measure spatial and mass properties of vehicles and components.
- Consumer Product Evaluation & Safety Testing
Analyzes consumer goods for design defects, structural hazards, and compliance standards.
- Candle and Fragrance Analysis
Tests consumer candles and fragrances for fire safety, emission, and combustion qualities.
Health Sciences
Service websiteCombines toxicology, industrial hygiene, and biomechanics to evaluate safety, human factors, and exposure hazards.
- Biomechanics, Human Use & Mobility Studies
Analyzes how forces act on the human body during accidents, falls, and athletic activities.
- Toxicology and Forensic Pharmacology
Assesses toxic exposure, chemical reactions, and pharmacological influences in legal and industrial cases.
- Environmental & Occupational Health & Safety
Evaluates workplaces and environments for exposure risks, hazardous materials, and regulatory compliance.
- Industrial Hygiene & Chemical Laboratory Services
Utilizes a fully equipped chemical laboratory to test and analyze indoor air quality, mold, and industrial contaminants.
Imaging Sciences
Service websiteUses advanced scanning and visualization techniques to present complex scientific findings clearly for litigation.
- 3D Laser Scanning
Captures high-accuracy spatial data of accident scenes, buildings, and products.
- Animation & Visualizations
Creates accurate, computer-generated visual reconstructions based on engineering data.
- Medical Visualization
Produces medical-legal illustrations and animations depicting bodily injury and internal trauma.
Industries
Consumer Products · Power Generation · Utilities · Marine · Government · Retail · Hospitality · Sports & Recreation · Transportation · Automotive · Insurance · Legal
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