Technical Consulting & Failure Analysis

At Sakowitz, we understand that when a mechanical seal fails, the impact goes far beyond the cost of the part itself—it can lead to unplanned downtime, production losses, and safety risks. That’s why we provide a structured Technical Consulting & Failure Analysis service designed to help you identify the root cause, implement corrective solutions, and prevent recurrence.

Our consulting services include:

• Failure Diagnosis – Detect common failure modes such as thermal cracking, dry running, corrosion, chemical attack, abrasive wear, vibration, shaft misalignment, or improper installation.
• Operating Condition Review – Assess actual running data (speed, pressure, temperature, lubrication, media composition) against design specifications.
• Seal Performance Audit – Benchmark performance against API 682 and industry standards; highlight deviations between OEM design and field performance.
• Root Cause Reporting – Deliver a detailed written analysis (with photos/graphs where applicable) explaining why the failure occurred.
• Corrective Action Plan – Recommend design upgrades, material improvements, or operational changes to enhance service life.
• Preventive Guidance – Provide training and best practices to maintenance teams, ensuring long-term reliability and reduced recurrence.

With this service, you gain true insights into seal failures, not just a replacement. The result is reduced downtime, optimized maintenance costs, and extended equipment reliability.