On-Line Leak Repair

Industrial leaks present serious risks to personnel safety, environmental compliance, asset integrity, and overall operational efficiency. Traditional repair methods often require shutdowns, isolation, depressurization, and hot work — all of which can lead to lost production, increased costs, and added safety exposure.

RAK Industrial Services specializes in on-line leak repair that allows facilities to stabilize and permanently repair active leaks while systems remain in full operation. This approach helps minimize disruption and avoid costly shutdowns or unnecessary equipment replacement.

With more than 50 years of experience working in active plant environments, RAK delivers field-driven leak repair solutions for piping, tanks, ductwork, valves, and other critical process equipment across heavy industrial facilities throughout the Midwest.

Before on-line leak repair showing active leak prior to clamp installation
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After on-line leak repair showing clamp installed and leak contained
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24/7 Emergency Leak Response

Leaks can occur without warning and quickly escalate into serious safety and operational risks. RAK provides 24/7 emergency on-line leak repair services for facilities dealing with active leaks in piping, tanks, and process systems.

Safety is the first priority. Our teams are trained to assess hazards, control the leak environment, and implement stabilization measures before performing repairs.

Our rapid response helps:

  • Secure and contain active leaks
  • Reduce risk to personnel and surrounding equipment
  • Limit environmental exposure
  • Maintain operations
  • Avoid costly emergency shutdowns

We respond to leaks involving:

  • High-pressure and superheated steam
  • Gas transmission and process lines
  • High-concentration acid and caustic systems
  • Hydrocarbon and process fluid releases
  • Pressurized water and cooling systems

When an active leak threatens operations, speed alone is not enough — experience, safety, and control matter. RAK’s emergency response teams assess risk, evaluate pressure and service conditions, and implement in-service repair strategies that fit the situation. In many cases, this allows for same-day, off-the-truck repairs that eliminate the need for temporary fixes.

Active industrial leak before repair BEFORE
Pipeline after leak repair completed AFTER

Live Repairs — No Shutdown, No Production Loss

Unplanned shutdowns are among the most expensive events an industrial facility can face. RAK specializes in repairing active leaks without isolating systems, depressurizing lines, or stopping production.

Every leak is evaluated in the field to determine the safest and most effective repair strategy for the service conditions, asset condition, and operating environment.

Our team selects and implements a repair method tailored to the specific failure mechanism rather than applying a generic solution. This evaluation-based approach supports durability, reliability, and long-term performance instead of temporary, short-term remediation.

Every leak is evaluated based on:

  • Leak type and severity
  • Operating pressure and temperature
  • Chemical exposure
  • Substrate condition
  • Safety and environmental risk
  • Accessibility and geometry

Common Leak Applications We Resolve

RAK provides live, in-service leak repair across a broad range of industrial assets and failure types. Our experience spans many substrates, operating conditions, and service environments — allowing facilities to address leaks quickly without interrupting production.

Flange leak on industrial piping system
High-pressure steam leak in industrial facility
Tank leak on industrial storage vessel
Weld leaks
Flange leaks
Valve packing leaks
Active steam leaks
Expansion joint failures
Elbow and fitting leaks
Concentrated acids and caustic
Corrosion-related leaks
Tanks and vessel leaks (shell, roof, nozzles)
Piping systems of nearly any material
Ductwork and process equipment
Most actively leaking industrial assets

If your facility is considering a shutdown, system isolation, or equipment replacement because of a leak, RAK can often provide a safer, faster, and more cost-effective alternative — performed while your operation remains online.

Industries We Serve

RAK provides in-field composite repair solutions across a broad range of heavy industrial sectors, including:

Energy Production & Transmission Pipelines, Gas Lines, Storage Systems, Process Equipment
Chemical Processing Corrosive Fluid Systems, Tanks, Scrubbers, High-Temperature Piping
Pulp & Paper Digesters, Tanks, Piping Networks, Chemical and Thermal Exposure
Steel Manufacturing Cooling Lines, Vessels, Stacks, BFG, COG, Black Liquor Piping
General Manufacturing Pressurized Systems, Aging Assets, High-Wear Areas
Utilities & Power Generation Boilers, Condensers, Cooling Systems, FGD, Slurry Piping
Water & Wastewater Process Lines, Tanks, Basins, Trench Systems
Mining & Mineral Processing Slurry Piping, Handling Systems, Tanks, Abrasion Service
Refining & Petrochemical Process Piping, Pressure Systems, Tanks, High-Temp Service
Bulk Material Handling Conveyance Piping, Chutes, Hoppers, Transfer Systems
Transportation & Infrastructure Bridge Pilings, Supports, Structural Elements

Trained Technicians & Industry-Aligned Safety Practices

RAK’s on-line leak repair technicians are trained to work in complex, high-risk industrial environments where safety, compliance, and operational continuity are critical. Field teams are experienced in controlled in-service repair settings and are held to plant-specific safety and permitting requirements aligned with OSHA and facility standards.

RAK technician installing clamp for on-line leak repair
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On-Line Leak Repair Requires Experience You Can Trust

Whether your facility is dealing with an active leak, recurring corrosion failures, or high-risk pressure systems, RAK delivers proven industrial expertise and repair solutions that keep you operating safely and profitably.

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Recent On-Line Leak Repair Projects

Explore recent leak repair case studies and see how RAK helps industrial facilities resolve active leaks while systems remain in service.