Ivey Engineering's electrical expert witnesses provide forensic consulting services. We have experience with the design and maintenance of all types of electrical systems, including:
Power distribution
Emergency power (e.g., generators, ups/systems, inverters and transfer devices)
Lighting
Low voltage
Building automation and controls
Solar voltaic
Utility interface
Transformers
Motor Control Centers (MCC)
Panels
Load centers
Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations
As an electrical consultant, IEI has experience in the analysis and resolution of insurance claims and litigation regarding electrical equipment failure, arc flash incidents, electrocution, electrical fires, electrical safety system failures, construction defects, design errors and industrial control system failures.
Our electrical forensic consulting services include: power-system study, electrical safety evaluation, design review and electrical-system modification, repair design and cost of repair.
IEI's electrical expert witnesses investigate accidental electrocution, explosions, electrical shock, faults and electrical fires. They investigate and report on cause and origin of fires.
We are knowledgeable in analyzing the performance and failure of electrical equipment and materials. For example, IEI will analyze power system components, such as switch gear, motor control centers, transformers, control devices, conduit and wire.
Our experts evaluate construction claims that result in delays, disruption and additional cost. We analyze projects for::
Incomplete designs
Changed work
Acceleration
Differing site conditions
Cost overruns
Inefficiencies
The firm has experience in the application of all major-model building codes and national standards, including:
IEEE, ANSI, NFPA and CSA standards
National Electrical Code (NEC)
International Electrical Code (IEC)
International Residential Code (IRC)
Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
Uniform Building Code (UBC)
Uniform Fire Code (UFC)
State of California Energy Code (CEC), including Title 24
American Disabilities Act (ADA)
For more information about our electrical expert witness services, call or e-mail us today!
Phone: (858) 587-2874
E-mail: moreinfo@iveyengineering.com
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