EPS led an investigation for a major Consumer Products company determining the origin and cause of benzene contamination in its supply chain and manufacturing of its product brands. Within 1 week from the start of the engagement, identified and within 2 weeks confirmed the source of the benzene contaminant in the supply chain and manufacturing process. Performed unique chemical analysis and testing determining the source of benzene contamination months prior to subsequent recalls in dozens of consumer products in an industry-wide recognition of the benzene contamination.

Oil Refinery failure, explosion, fire, and hazardous chemical releases resulting in community evacuation and endangerment including Hydrofluoric Acid (HF) and partially combusted hydrocarbons and PAHs. Class action lawsuit prevailed for the chemical release and endangerment of the community.

Investigation and determination of potentially fatal chemical release of chlorine gas and byproducts into food processing facility.

Failure analysis investigation, root cause determination, historical maintenance analysis, and valuation of damages for large machinery and equipment in a fully integrated steelmaking facility. Machinery failure impacted facility-wide logistics and costs associated with major equipment failure.