SEA, Ltd.

Revealing the Cause. Mitigating the Risk.

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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

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Provides 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

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Delivers 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

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Combines 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

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Uses 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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