Answering “Why” to Prevent Recurrence
When a critical material, component, or structure fails, immediate repairs are only a short-term solution. The key to long-term reliability lies in understanding why it failed. Failure Analysis investigates the physical cause—such as fatigue, corrosion, or overload—while Root Cause Investigation uncovers the deeper systemic or procedural issues that led to the failure.
BQCIS provides multidisciplinary failure investigations led by materials scientists, welding engineers, and process specialists. We apply advanced analytical and field techniques to reconstruct failure events and identify the true root cause.
Our reports deliver clear, evidence-based conclusions along with corrective and preventive recommendations—ensuring the issue is not only resolved but eliminated from future operations.
Key Investigation Activities
Key Benefits of Our Advisory Support
Accurate Cause Identification
Our forensic investigations pinpoint the true failure mechanism and prevent unnecessary or misguided corrective actions.
Enhanced Operational Reliability
Root cause findings guide corrective measures that strengthen processes and extend component service life.
Reduced Risk of Recurrence
Our structured RCA process prevents repeat failures through systemic and design-level corrective actions.
Evidence-Based Decision Making
Comprehensive laboratory documentation and root cause reports provide defensible evidence for technical, insurance, or legal proceedings.
Success Story
Failure Analysis of Welded Joint Prevents Structural Collapse
A structural steel truss in a logistics facility failed at a weld joint during commissioning. The client required immediate root cause analysis to assess safety implications and liability exposure.
BQCIS collected the failed section and performed detailed metallographic and SEM fracture analysis. Findings revealed hydrogen-induced cracking due to moisture-contaminated consumables and inadequate preheating.
The investigation enabled rapid procedural correction and inspection of identical joints across the site, preventing further failure. The client also implemented a new consumable control system and revised WPS to ensure permanent corrective action.