Dr. Mark Shirilau has over 32 years of experience as a licensed Engineering Consultant and Electrical & General Contractor. He is a nationally known expert in Load Research, Utility Demand-Side Management, Energy Conservation Programs, and Measurement & Verification.

Dr. Shirilau regularly consults with the Contractor State License Board, helping to write the licensing examinations, and has authored Power 101: A Basic Introduction to Electric Utility Power, a book exhibiting his extensive knowledge in the Electric System and Marketplace.

Areas of Expertise:

• Comprehensive Energy Solutions
• Electrical Energy Engineering & Auditing
• Utility Research & Incentives
• Utility Rate Optimization
• Demand Side Management - Measurement & Verification
• Energy Savings Project Management
• Power Quality Enhancement
• Education & Training
• Market & Opinion Research

Dr. Eugene W. Bartel is an experienced Electrical Engineer who has been engaged in the scientific investigation of the various aspects of Fire Origin and the Evaluation of Electrical and Mechanical Accidents since 1968. In addition to the preparation of detailed expert reports, technical photographic documentation, laboratory testing and analysis and trial testimony, Dr. Bartel can also develop and assemble unique laboratory testing equipoment to meet the individual needs of any investigation.

Services Offered:

Fire scene evaluation, examination, reconstruction, and assessment relating to the determination of the origin and cause of fires

Electrical accident reconstruction and evaluation relating to case assessment, pursuit, and trial

Product evaluation and testing relative to design deficiencies and standards compliance

Forensic engineering and analysis of accidents, events, and fires relating to a wide variety of incidents

Bison is a multi-disciplined engineering firm specializing in failure analysis, forensic engineering and fire sciences with a team of P.E.'s who have performed thousands of forensic assignments including in excess of 1,000 fuel gas investigations.

Legal professionals turn to Bison to scientifically conduct investigations to determine the cause of destructive events. Forensic Engineers provide expert testimony and consultation. Investigations include explosions, fires, carbon monoxide incidents, electrical fires and failures, structural failures, mechanical failures, accident reconstruction, specialized testing, and courtroom presentations:

Fuel Gas Incidents: Fire and Explosion Causation; Propane Explosions, Natural Gas Explosion, Gas Delivery Systems; Carbon Monoxide Testing and Evaluation, Production and Migration Investigations; Plant & Pipeline, Piping Evaluation; Operational Analysis; Appliance Evaluation; Code Compliance; Soil Gas Migration; Vapor Dispersion

Fire Investigation and Explosion Analysis: Cause and Origin, Scene Documentation; Collection of Evidence; Certified Fire Investigator

Electrical Engineering: Electrically Related Fires, Electrical Service and Wiring Failures, Production Facility Service and Controls for Chemical, Petroleum, and Distribution Facilities, Electrical Contacts, Electrocutions; Lightning Strikes

Mechanical Engineering: Equipment Design and Operation; High-Pressure Oilfield Equipment; Pump Design and Operation; HVAC Systems; High and Low-Pressure Seals; Plastic Part Design and Manufacture, Industrial Equipment

Accident Reconstruction: Accident Sequence Reconstruction; Speed, Time and Distance Calculations; Crush Damage; Braking; Steering and Mechanical Analysis, including Tires; Electrical System / Electronic Failures; Mechanical and Fuel Systems; Airbag and Seatbelt Fatalities/Injuries; Staged Vehicle Impact

Failure Analysis: Industrial Equipment, Vehicle Impacts, Airbags and Seat Belts; Elevator Failures; Helmet and other Protective Equipment Failures; Infant Crib Design Inadequacies; Carbon Monoxide Investigations, Crane Failures, etc.

Metallurgical Engineering: Metal Fatigue of Gas Compressor Components; Electrical Contact Evaluations; Cracking of Structural Plastics; Chemical Analysis; Corrosion & Stress Evaluation and Analysis; SEM Analysis; Electron/Optical Microscopy; X-ray Examination

Bison's clients argue their cases with confidence, secure in the knowledge that their claims are based on unbiased, scientific data.

Brosz & Associates are Electrical Experts headed by President and C.E.O., Professor Helmut G. Brosz, B.A.Sc., D.B.A., F.A.A.F.S., P. ENG., Adjunct Professor at Ryerson University, Adjunct Assistant Professor at University of Toronto.

They provide a wide range of highly specialized Forensic Science and Engineering, Accident Reconstruction, Testing, Commissioning, and Technical and Scientific Services. Their staff of specialists and experts have completed over 5,200 assignments since 1970 ranging from electrical accidents and electrocutions to electrical power system investigation and testing of equipment failures including circuit breakers, motors, switchgear, generators, transformers and appliances.

Their engineering facilities at Brosz & Associates enables them to perform in-depth research, electrical testing, forensic laboratory testing, microscopy, macro photography and photographic documentation, X-Ray testing, infrared testing, high voltage testing, high current testing and more. Most of their testing equipment is portable and they are also capable of producing professional collages and scale models for reports, mediations, depositions and trial.

Their clients include insurance companies, legal firms, adjusters, risk managers, manufacturers, contractors, utilities, governments and individuals.

Services Include:

Cause and Origin Investigations

Failure Analysis

Loss Prevention and Mitigation

Subrogation Support for the Insurance Industry

Electrical Safety and Accident Prevention

Dr. Darrell R. Word is an Electrical Engineer registered in the State of Texas. He is proficient in math, physics and the underlying principles of science and engineering, which includes a strong background in Electromagnetics. His principal focus is on Professional Engineering and Consulting. Dr. Word works as an Expert Witness where his knowledge and expertise can be of assistance. He has also been an Adjunct Professor at the University of Texas, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department.

Areas of Expertise:

Electromagnetic (EM) Fields

Computer Driven Systems and A-D Interfacing

Sensors and Instrumentation

Micro-Processor and Micro-Controller Applications

Analog and Digital Signal Processing

Control Systems / Electromechanical Systems

Analog and Digital Circuits

Communications, Telemetry and Navigation Systems

Low-Noise Amplifiers

Imaging and Image Processing

Systems Design and Analysis

RF systems, Spread-Spectrum Systems, and Antennas

Power Systems Engineering and Analysis

EM Geophysical Systems and Applications

Software Environment UNIX, MS-Windows, MS-DOS, Fortran, LISP, C, and Various Assemblers

Dennis W. Eckstine is an expert on cranes, aerial work platforms, various types of lifting equipment, heavy duty trucks, carriers, and other similiar construction, industrial and agricultural equipment. He has held senior positions in engineering, quality, product safety and reliability for major manufacturers including representing the company at trial. Through his active involvement in current standards committees, his education, and his engineering and product safety experience at Grove Worldwide he brings a solid scientific and practical background to his clients.

He was previously Vice President, Senior Director of Product Safety & Reliability, and Director of Engineering Administration for different major manufacturers. He possesses a BSME and MBA. Mr. Eckstine started as a full time employee in the construction equipment industry in 1971 for Grove.

He is currently a member of numerous committees within the organizations of ANSI (American National Standards Institute), SAE (Society of Automotive Engineering), ISO, and National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators. Mr. Eckstine was the founding International Chairman of ISO TC 214 for Elevating Work Platforms. He is currently International Chairman of ISO TC 96 SC 6 for Mobile Cranes, and a Commissioner of CCO.

Services Offered

Expert on construction, industrial and agricultural equipment

Evaluate Product to Promote Safe Design and Safe Use of Equipment

Hazard Analysis, Design Review, Warnings Development, Safety and Operational Training

Offer Guidance on Human Factors

CIE - Certified Industrial Ergonomist

Develop Standards for Design and Safe Use of Products

Develop Training Materials and Perfrom Training for Operators of Lifting Equipment Including Cranes and Aerial Work Platforms

Conduct Presentations at Seminars and Work Shops

Siegfried Guggenmoos, B.Sc.(Agr.), P.Ag., Principal of Ecological Solutions, Inc. is a Professional Agrologist, with over 30 years of experience in the electric/gas utility corridor vegetation management business.

Mr. Guggenmoos has designed, implemented and provides assessments of utility vegetation management programs. In evaluating the prudence of vegetation management programs Mr. Guggenmoos has developed methodologies to assess their efficacy by predicting the impact of vegetation management program as practiced, on the future costs and reliability of electric systems.

Areas of Consultation:

• Storm hardening electric transmission and distribution systems to quantitatively manage tree-caused service interruptions
• Advise and develop protocols for assessments of power line tree exposure and mitigation
• Advise on least cost vegetation management by synchronizing economics and ecology
• Advise on impacts of vegetation management program alternatives, modifications
• Provide context for vegetation management, greenhouse gas mitigation measures in a competitive energy market
• Facilitate for management, staff, contractors and stake holders an actionable understanding of ecological principles and their impacts on vegetation management needs and costs
• Provide project management; expert review of programs and proposals
• Develop and advise on quantification, monitoring and verification of biotic greenhouse gas mitigation measures

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ElectroQuest is a full-service Electrotechnology Consulting Firm specializing in Lightning Protection, Electrical / Electronic Systems (including buildings, utilities and products). Electroquest solves OSHA-related electrical safety and electromagnetic radiation problems (interference and human exposure). We also provide Forensic investigation, testing and expert witness / litigation support services to the legal sector.

Services Offered:

Product Safety

Site and System Design Compliance Reviews

Electrical Safety Training and Programs

Electrical Testing

Lightning and Surge Protection

Electromagnetic Radiation Safety

Illumination and Lighting

Intellectual Property & Patent Claims

Firm Profile: Global Technology Experts is a leading engineering and scientific consulting firm providing solutions to complex technical problems. We have been in the engineering and scientific consulting business since 1996, offering our clients an array of experts that spans virtually all engineering and scientific disciplines. We provide a wide array of services, ranging from accident reconstruction and failure analysis, specifically product liability, personal injury, and slip/fall cases, metallurgical research, and investigations involving aerospace and automobile products, including bicycles, to electrical failures including battery, motor & generator.

Areas of Expertise:

Electrical Failures Motor/Generator Failures Battery Failures Accident Reconstruction Tire Defects Machinery & Equipment Failures Construction Equipment Failure

Aircraft Engine/Structural Failure Structural Engineering Mechanical Metallurgy/Materials Failure Fatigue & Corrosion Product Failure Analysis Bicycle, Ladder, Slip/trip & fall Building Construction & Defect Analysis

Education: We have highly experienced and qualified staff:

PhD, Engineering Science & Materials, Virginia Tech

PhD, Electrical Engineering, Georgia Tech

PhD, Mechanical Engineering, Auburn University

BS, Structural Engineering, Century University

BS, Civil and Construction Engineering, Kansas State University

BS, Mechanical Engineering, S.U.N.Y., Buffalo, NY

MBA, Technology Management, Florida Institute of Technology

Certifications:

PE – Registered Professional Engineers

CMfgE – Certified Manufacture Engineer

Professional Affiliations:

Southern Law Association

Atlanta Claims Association

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineer

American Society of Civil Engineers

American Society of Materials

American Society of Nondestructive testing

American Welding Society

American Society of Testing Materials

Society of Aerospace, Materials and Process Engineers

Principals:

Dr. Ash Thakker, PhD, PE, FASM,FSME, CMfgE (Structures, Materials, Fatigue, Fracture, Composites, Damage Tolerance)

Mr. George Kremer, BSME, AAS (Metallurgy, Corrosion, Coatings and Mechanical Failures)

Dr. Nicholas Propes, PhD (Electrical Machinery Failures, Maintenance Systems, Testing and Analysis)

Dr. Freeman Rufus, PhD (Battery/Motor/Generator Failure)

Dr. Seungkoo Lee, PhD (Electrical System,)

Dr. Jyoti Ajitsaria, PhD (Mechanical Failures)

Mr. Mike Healy, BS (Civil, Construction Engineering, Buildings)

Mr. Ralph Cunningham, BS (Physical Testing, Accident Reconstruction)

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IEC & Associates (IEC) specialize in Electrical and Electronic Systems, Products and Devices. Mark Keith, Founder & Principal Investigator at IEC is a Licensed Professional Electrical Engineer in the state of North Carolina and has over 30 years of experience spanning various Electronic and Electrical Industries and Products. Mr. Keith and the consultants at IEC provide Electrical and Electronic Consulting Services, Patent Infringement Analysis, Forensic and Investigative Engineering, Claim Chart Mapping, Reverse Engineering, Product Teardowns, Failure Analysis, Design Engineering, and Consulting Services for Attorneys, Insurance Companies, Industry and Government.

IEC & Associates is committed to its clients and strives to provide findings, opinions, and reports in an unbiased, prompt and cost effective manner. IEC has conducted numerous investigations throughout the US and Canada.

Principal Industries Served: Electrical / Electronics, Computer, Industrial Automation & Controls, Medical, Telecom, Data Communications, Legal & Insurance Industries.

Areas of Expertise Include:

• Electrical and Electronic Hardware Design
• Fire Investigation
• Product Testing
• Failure Analysis
• Surge Analysis
• Telecom and Data Communications
• Industrial Automation and Controls
• Embedded Processor Design
• High Speed Circuit Design in both analog and digital systems

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