leak detection
Locating fluid escapes
Leak detection is the process of finding where gas, liquid, or other substances escape from pipes, containers, or systems.
Methods range from simple visual inspection to sophisticated electronic sensors that identify pressure drops or chemical traces.
The term extends to cybersecurity, where leak detection identifies unauthorized data exposure: The company's leak detection software flagged suspicious file transfers.
- pressure testingEvaluating performance under strain
- natural gasSubterranean hydrocarbon fuel
- gas linePipe carrying natural fuel
- valveFluid flow controller
- listening deviceHidden surveillance microphone
honeypots · infrared imaging · firewalls · smart meter · pipeline · sniffer dog · pressure drop · ultrasonic · thermal cameras · pinhole · pipes · tracer · maintenance · pressure gauge · corrosion · water meter · moisture · water damage
- Quality Checksdamage assessment, mold inspection
- plumbing inspectionspressure test, water heater check
- sewer services
- upkeeprepair, upkeep, servicing, repairs, preventive maintenance
- utilitieselectricity, water supply, public utilities, water line, gas service
- car testsroad test, brake test, emissions test, engine test, crash test
leak detectionleak repair
Fixing an unwanted opening
leak prevention · preventive maintenance · patching · damage repair · waterproofing